MHT CET Physics Marks Vs Percentile: Understanding Scores, Percentiles & Admission Prospects
For General category candidates, achieving a 99+ percentile in MHT CET Physics typically requires a score of 149 marks or higher. The MHT CET Physics Marks vs Percentile is a crucial metric that translates raw scores into a relative performance indicator, with 22 students achieving a perfect 100 percentile in PCM in 2025. While 2026 cutoffs are awaited, the 2025 data provides key insights into expected performance benchmarks. 2026 cutoff will be updated post-release.
MHT CET 2026 Important Dates at a Glance
Key dates for the MHT CET 2026 examination and subsequent processes are outlined below, with results expected in early June.
| Event | Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| MHT CET PCM Provisional Answer Key Release | May 20 |
| MHT CET PCB Final Answer Key Release | May 30 |
| Objection Window for Final Answer Key Closed | May 30 |
| MHT CET Result Declaration | Expected 1st/2nd week of June |
| MHT CET Counselling Registration Starts | Expected Mid-June |
| MHT CET Cutoff Release (during CAP rounds) | Expected July-August |
MHT CET Physics Marks vs Percentile 2025 (Latest — 2026 awaited)
The table below illustrates the correlation between marks obtained and the corresponding percentile in MHT CET Physics for 2025, offering a guide for 2026 aspirants.
| Marks Range (Out of 200) | Expected Percentile (2025) |
|---|---|
| 190 – 200 | 99.90 – 100.00 |
| 170 – 180 | 99.50 – 99.89 |
| 150 – 169 | 98.00 – 99.49 |
| 130 – 149 | 95.00 – 97.99 |
| 110 – 129 | 90.00 – 94.99 |
| 90 – 109 | 80.00 – 89.99 |
| 70 – 89 | 65.00 – 79.99 |
| Below 70 | Below 65.00 |
MHT CET Category-wise Qualifying Marks 2025 (Latest — 2026 awaited)
Minimum qualifying marks for MHT CET 2025 varied by category, setting the baseline for admission eligibility.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks (2025) | Expected Admission Percentile (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| General | 90 marks (45%) | 98+ percentile |
| OBC/EWS | 80 marks (40%) | 95-97 percentile |
| SC/ST/PWD | 80 marks (40%) | 85-90 percentile |
MHT CET 2026 Counselling Timeline
The Centralized Admission Process (CAP) for MHT CET 2026 is expected to commence post-result declaration, involving multiple rounds for seat allotment.
| Event | Tentative Dates (2026) |
|---|---|
| Online Registration for Counselling | Mid-June (Expected) |
| Document Verification | To be announced (Post-registration) |
| Release of Provisional Merit List | To be announced |
| CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment & Cutoff | July (Expected) |
| Subsequent CAP Rounds | July – August (Expected) |
FAQs
Q. What is considered a good score in MHT CET Physics?
A score of 150+ marks in MHT CET Physics is generally considered a good score, often translating to a percentile above 98.00. Achieving 180+ marks is considered excellent, potentially leading to a 99.9 percentile.
Q. How is MHT CET percentile calculated?
The MHT CET percentile score is calculated using the formula: 100 * (Number of candidates in the exam with normalized marks ≤ the candidate) ÷ Total number of candidates. This normalization process accounts for varying difficulty levels across different exam shifts.
Q. What marks are needed for 99 percentile in MHT CET?
To achieve a 99 percentile in MHT CET Physics, candidates should generally aim for a score of 149 marks or higher. In 2025, scores between 150-169 typically corresponded to a percentile range of 98.00 – 99.49.
Q. What are the passing marks for MHT CET for different categories?
For the General category, the minimum passing marks in MHT CET are 90 out of 200 (45%). For reserved categories such as OBC, SC, ST, and PWD, the minimum passing marks are 80 out of 200 (40%).
Q. When will the MHT CET 2026 cutoff be released?
The MHT CET 2026 cutoffs are typically released by the State CET Cell, Maharashtra, after each round of the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) counselling. This is generally expected to start from July-August 2026, following the declaration of results.
Q. Does MHT CET use normalization?
Yes, MHT CET uses a normalization process to calculate percentile scores. Since the exam is conducted in multiple shifts with varying difficulty levels, raw marks are normalized to ensure fairness and produce percentile scores.
Q. What was the highest score achieved in MHT CET 2025?
In the MHT CET 2025 PCM result, the highest score achieved was 165 out of 200 marks. A total of 22 students achieved a perfect 100 percentile in the PCM group.
