MHT CET Low Percentile Colleges: Admission Ranks, Counselling & Expected Cutoffs 2026
MHT CET Low Percentile Colleges: Mechanical Engineering at 43.96 percentile, Civil Engineering at 46.28 percentile, and Plastic & Polymer Engineering as low as 8.41 percentile in 2025 — with 2026 figures awaited. MHT CET Low Percentile Colleges are institutions that offer admission to candidates with scores typically ranging from 30 to 75 percentile, providing opportunities in various engineering branches across Maharashtra. The 2026 cutoff will be updated post-release, making 2025 data the latest available for analysis.
MHT CET 2026 Examination Schedule
The MHT CET 2026 examination was conducted across two phases for both PCM and PCB groups, with results expected in early June.
| Event | Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| MHT CET Session 1 (PCM Group) | April 11 – April 20 (excluding April 12) |
| MHT CET Session 1 (PCB Group) | April 21 – April 26 |
| MHT CET Session 2 (PCB Group) | May 10 – May 11 |
| MHT CET Session 2 (PCM Group) | May 12 – May 21 (excluding May 16, 17) |
| MHT CET Result Announcement (Expected) | June 1 – June 2 |
| MHT CET Counselling (Expected) | Mid-June onwards |
MHT CET Low Percentile Colleges: 2025 Branch-wise Cutoffs (Latest — 2026 awaited)
Several colleges in Maharashtra offered admission to various engineering branches at lower MHT CET percentiles in 2025, providing options for candidates with moderate scores.
| College Name | Branch | 2025 Percentile (General) |
|---|---|---|
| GS Mandal’s Marathwada Institute of Technology (MIT), Aurangabad | B.Tech Plastic and Polymer Engg. | 8.41 |
| KDK College of Engineering, Nagpur | B.Tech Electrical Engineering | 23.99 |
| Sharad Institute of Technology, College of Engineering, Kolhapur | B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 43.96 |
| KDK College of Engineering, Nagpur | B.Tech Computer Science Engineering | 44.48 |
| Matoshri College of Engineering and Research (MCOERC), Nashik | BE Civil Engineering | 46.28 |
| JD College of Engineering and Management, Nagpur | B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 47.42 |
| St. John College of Engineering and Management (SJCEM), Palghar | BE Civil Engineering | 48.61 |
| Suryodaya College of Engineering and Technology (SCET), Nagpur | BE Civil Engineering | 49.62 |
| GS Mandal’s Marathwada Institute of Technology (MIT), Aurangabad | B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 49.62 |
MHT CET 2025 Category-wise Percentiles for Low-Rank Admissions (Latest — 2026 awaited)
The MHT CET 2025 cutoffs varied significantly across different reservation categories, offering diverse admission opportunities even at lower percentiles.
| Category | 2025 Round 1 Closing Percentile (Lower Range) |
|---|---|
| GOPENH (General Open Home University) | 16.09 |
| GOBCH (General OBC Home University) | 2.18 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 1.86 |
| GSCH (General SC Home University) | 0.04 |
| GSTH (General ST Home University) | 6.3 |
| LSTO (Ladies ST Other than Home University) | 0.23 |
MHT CET Cutoff Trends: 2024 vs 2025 at P. R. Pote Patil College of Engineering & Management
Analyzing the MHT CET cutoffs for P. R. Pote Patil College of Engineering & Management, Amravati, reveals consistent trends across branches between the 2024-2025 academic years.
| Branch | Category | 2024 Percentile (Round 1) | 2025 Percentile (Round 1) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering | General | 89.23 | 88.76 |
| Mechanical Engineering | General | 75.12 | 74.88 |
| Civil Engineering | General | 68.50 | 68.10 |
FAQs
Q: What MHT CET percentile is considered low for engineering admissions?
A: A percentile ranging from 30 to 75 is generally considered low for MHT CET engineering admissions, though opportunities exist within this range depending on the college, branch, and candidate’s category.
Q: Which engineering branches are more accessible with a low MHT CET percentile?
A: Core engineering branches such as Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and specialized fields like Plastic & Polymer Engineering often have lower cutoffs compared to Computer Science or Information Technology, making them more accessible with a lower MHT CET percentile.
Q: Can I get into a government college with a low MHT CET percentile?
A: While top government colleges like COEP and VJTI typically require very high percentiles, some government or semi-government colleges in regional areas might offer admission to specific branches, especially for reserved categories, even with a relatively lower MHT CET percentile.
Q: How do “Spot Rounds” help candidates with low MHT CET scores?
A: Spot Rounds, conducted after the centralized CAP rounds, are institutional-level admissions where vacant seats in private colleges are filled. Cutoff requirements often decrease significantly during these rounds, providing a chance for candidates with lower MHT CET percentiles.
Q: What factors influence MHT CET cutoffs for low percentile colleges?
A: Factors influencing cutoffs include the total number of applicants, the difficulty level of the exam, the number of seats available in a particular branch and college, reservation policies, and previous year admission trends.
