MHT CET Counselling Cutoff 2024: Round-Wise Ranks, Top Branches & Counselling Schedule
MHT CET Counselling Cutoff 2024: CSE General at Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI), Mumbai, closed at a rank of 103, while Information Technology at Shri Sant Gajanan Maharaj College of Engineering, Shegaon, settled at 17,068 for All India candidates in Round 1 of 2025 — with 2026 figures awaited. The MHT CET Counselling Cutoff 2024 is the closing rank or percentile required for admission to various engineering and technology programs across Maharashtra’s participating institutes. These cutoffs, which vary by college, course, and category, reflect the competitive landscape; the 2026 cutoff will be updated post-release.
MHT CET 2026 Counselling Schedule (Expected)
The MHT CET counselling process for 2026 is anticipated to follow a similar timeline to the 2025 schedule, with key dates for registration, merit list publication, and seat allotment rounds.
| Event | Dates (Expected for 2026, based on 2025) |
|---|---|
| CAP Counselling Registration Begins | June 2026 |
| Last Date to Register for Counselling | July 2026 |
| Provisional Merit List Display | July 2026 |
| Final Merit List Display | July 2026 |
| CAP Round I – Option Filling | July 2026 |
| CAP Round I – Provisional Allotment Result | July/August 2026 |
| CAP Round I – Seat Acceptance & Reporting | August 2026 |
| CAP Round II – Provisional Allotment Result | August 2026 |
| CAP Round II – Seat Acceptance & Reporting | August 2026 |
| CAP Round III – Provisional Allotment Result | August 2026 |
| CAP Round IV – Provisional Allotment Result | September 2026 |
MHT CET 2025 Round-wise Cutoffs for Top Branches (All India Quota)
The following table presents a snapshot of MHT CET 2025 closing ranks for various engineering branches under the All India Quota, illustrating the competition across different counselling rounds.
| Institute Name | Branch | Round 1 Closing Rank (2025) | Round 2 Closing Rank (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI), Mumbai | Computer Science and Engineering | 103 | — |
| COEP Technological University, Pune | Computer Science and Engineering | 243 | — |
| Sardar Patel Institute of Technology, Andheri, Mumbai | Computer Engineering | 684 | — |
| Pune Institute of Computer Technology, Pune | Computer Engineering | 791 | — |
| Shri Sant Gajanan Maharaj College of Engineering, Shegaon | Computer Science and Engineering | 15312 (86.68%) | — |
| Shri Sant Gajanan Maharaj College of Engineering, Shegaon | Information Technology | 17068 (85.18%) | — |
| Prof. Ram Meghe Institute of Technology & Research, Amravati | Computer Science and Engineering | 24544 (79.02%) | — |
| KKWIEER Nashik | Information Technology | — | 4157 |
| KKWIEER Nashik | Artificial Intelligence and Data Science | — | 18995 |
| Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai | Chemical Engineering | 1185 | — |
MHT CET 2025 Category-wise Cutoffs for Key Branches (Maharashtra State Quota)
Cutoffs for MHT CET 2025 varied significantly across different reservation categories under the Maharashtra State Quota for popular engineering disciplines.
| Branch | Category | Round 2 Closing Rank (2025) | Round 2 Closing Percentile (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Information Technology (Government Autonomous Institute) | GOPENS | 11402 | 96.21% |
| GSCS | 22571 | 92.52% | |
| GSTS | 68813 | 75.52% | |
| GOBCS | 11969 | 96.03% | |
| EWS | 15584 | 94.82% | |
| Electrical Engineering (Government Autonomous Institute) | GOPENS | 24894 | 91.65% |
| GSCS | 42773 | 85.34% | |
| GSTS | 130114 | 44.50% | |
| GOBCS | 30280 | 89.80% | |
| EWS | 51441 | 82.18% |
MHT CET Cutoff Trends: 2024 vs 2025 for Top Branches
Analyzing the MHT CET cutoffs from 2024 to 2025 reveals shifts in admission requirements for highly sought-after engineering branches at leading institutions.
| Institute Name | Branch | Round 1 Closing Rank (2025) | Round 1 Closing Rank (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI), Mumbai | Computer Science and Engineering (Open) | 103 | 101 |
| Sardar Patel Institute of Technology, Andheri, Mumbai | Computer Science and Engineering (Open) | 504 | 574 |
| Pune Institute of Computer Technology, Dhankavdi, Pune | Computer Science and Engineering (Open) | 791 | 577 |
| VJTI Mumbai | Electronics and Communication Engineering | 99% | 99% |
| COEP Technological University, Pune | Electronics and Communication Engineering | 99% | 99% |
| Walchand College of Engineering, Sangli | Electronics and Communication Engineering | 98% | 98% |
| Sardar Patel College of Engineering, Mumbai | Electronics and Communication Engineering | 98% | 97% |
| PICT Pune | Electronics and Communication Engineering | 97% | 97% |
FAQs
Q: What is a good MHT CET rank for admission to top engineering colleges?
A: For admission to top engineering colleges in Maharashtra, a MHT CET rank within the top 1,000 is generally considered very good, especially for highly competitive branches like Computer Science and Information Technology. For these branches at institutes like COEP and VJTI, students typically need to score above 160 marks.
Q: How many counselling rounds are conducted for MHT CET admissions?
A: The Maharashtra Common Entrance Test Cell typically conducts MHT CET counselling in three or four CAP (Centralized Admission Process) rounds. The number of rounds can vary depending on the availability of seats and the number of participating candidates.
Q: Does MHT CET cutoff vary by category?
A: Yes, MHT CET cutoffs vary significantly across different categories, including General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, Ladies, PWD, and Defense. Separate cutoffs are released for the All India (AI) and Maharashtra State (MH) quotas, reflecting reservation policies.
Q: What factors influence the MHT CET cutoff each year?
A: Several factors influence the MHT CET cutoff, including the total number of candidates who appeared for the exam, the difficulty level of the MHT CET paper, the number of available seats in various courses and colleges, and the overall performance of candidates. Demand for specific branches and colleges also plays a crucial role.
Q: Are MHT CET cutoffs released in percentile or marks?
A: MHT CET cutoffs are primarily released in the form of closing ranks, often accompanied by the corresponding percentile scores. Admissions are driven by percentile scores, which reflect a candidate’s relative performance compared to all other test-takers.
