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📋 Maharashtra 2025–26 Data

Engineering & Pharmacy Colleges in Maharashtra

Maharashtra has 856 DTE-approved colleges — 354 Engineering and 508 Pharmacy — across 15 universities for MHT-CET 2026 admissions.

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Government
State-funded. Lowest fees. Highest demand. Best value for reserved categories.
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Autonomous
Design own syllabus. Flexible, industry-aligned curriculum.
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Private (Un-Aided)
Largest group. Wide range of quality and fees. Most seats.
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Deemed Universities
Conduct own process or accept MHT-CET. Higher fees, strong placements.
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Minority Institutions
Linguistic & religious minority. Reserved % for community, rest open.
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Women's Universities
SNDT Women University colleges — ladies-only admissions.

Universities Covered

UniversityCodeRegion
Savitribai Phule Pune UniversitySPPUPune region
Mumbai UniversityMUMumbai, Thane, Raigad
DBATUDBATULonere, Raigad
BAMUBAMUAurangabad, Marathwada
RTMNU NagpurRTMNUNagpur, Vidarbha
SGBAU AmravatiSGBAUAmravati, Vidarbha
Shivaji UniversitySUKKolhapur, Sangli, Satara
North Maharashtra UniversityNMUJalgaon, Dhule, Nandurbar
Solapur UniversitySUSolapur
SRTMNU NandedSRTMUNanded, Latur
Gondwana UniversityGUGadchiroli, Chandrapur
SNDT Women UniversitySNDTMumbai (women only)
COEP Technological UniversityCOEPPune (autonomous)
📊 MHT-CET Cutoff 2026

MHT-CET Cutoff 2026 — All Categories Explained

The cutoff is the minimum percentile/rank to secure a seat in a college-branch-category combination. Cutoffs come from 19,882 raw records across all 3 CAP rounds.

How Cutoffs Are Set

  • DTE Maharashtra releases cutoffs after each CAP round
  • Cutoffs drop progressively: Round I → II → III as seats fill
  • Each category (SC, ST, OBC etc.) has its own separate cutoff
  • Home University (H) and Outside University (O) variants also exist
  • This tool averages all 3 rounds for a balanced estimate

Category Codes Reference

CodeCategoryNotes
GOPENSOPEN – State seatsHighest cutoff. Main general category.
GOPENH/OOPEN – Home / Outside UnivRegional sub-variants for OPEN.
GOBCSOBC / OBC-NC~5–10% lower than OPEN typically.
GSCSSC (Scheduled Caste)Significantly lower than OPEN.
GSTSST (Scheduled Tribe)Lowest cutoffs among main categories.
GSEBCSSEBC / EBCSocially & Educationally Backward Class.
GVJSVJ / DT (NT-A)Vimukta Jati / Denotified Tribes.
GNT1–3NT1, NT2, NT3 (NT-B/C/D)Nomadic Tribes sub-groups.
EWSEconomically Weaker Section10% horizontal reservation.
LOPENSOPEN – Ladies seatsFemale-only seats. Separate cutoff.
TFWSTuition Fee Waiver SchemeMerit-based. Lower than OPEN cutoff.
PWDOPENSPersons With DisabilityHorizontal reservation 5%.
DEFOPENSDefence Personnel WardsWards of serving/ex-defence.
🌿 Branch Guide 2025–26

MHT-CET Branch Cutoff & Career Guide

103 engineering branches + 5 pharmacy programs across Maharashtra colleges. Here's a data-backed guide to demand, cutoffs and career outcomes.

🔥 High Demand Branches 2026

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Computer Engineering
Highest cutoff. 95–99.9 %ile. Best placement record across all colleges.
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AI & Data Science
Fastest growing. 88–99 %ile. Industry-ready curriculum.
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Cyber Security
Rapidly gaining demand. Govt + private sector growth.
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Information Technology
Second only to CE. Strong in Mumbai. Excellent software careers.
Electronics & Telecom
Core branch with VLSI, embedded. Strong PSU prospects.
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Mechanical Engineering
Core branch. Lower cutoff. Great for GATE/PSU/manufacturing.

Branch vs Cutoff Table (OPEN, 2024–25)

BranchDemandCutoff RangeCareer
Computer Engineering🔥 Very High92–99.9 %ileSoftware, Startups, FAANG
AI & Data Science🔥 Very High88–99 %ileML, Analytics, Research
Information Technology🔥 High85–98 %ileIT Services, Full-Stack
Cyber Security🔥 High80–96 %ileSecurity, Ethical Hacking
Electronics & Telecom⬆ Mod-High75–94 %ileVLSI, Embedded, Telecom
Electrical Engineering⬆ Moderate70–92 %ilePower, Energy, PSU
Mechanical Engineering➡ Moderate65–90 %ileManufacturing, Automotive
Civil Engineering⬇ Lower55–84 %ileInfrastructure, Govt jobs
B Pharmacy⬆ Steady30–85 %ileHospitals, R&D, Retail
D Pharmacy➡ Steady20–70 %ileRetail pharmacy, Hospital
Pharm D⬆ Growing40–90 %ileClinical pharmacy, Hospitals
✍ Study Guides & Strategy

MHT-CET Blog 2026 — Rank, Percentile & Strategy

Guides to help you understand MHT-CET 2026 cutoffs, rank vs percentile conversion, marks to percentile, and how to shortlist colleges.

70% 80% 85% 90% 95% 99% RANK ↔ PERCENTILE GUIDE
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MHT-CET Rank vs Percentile 2026 — Complete Conversion Guide
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80 %ile COLLEGES FOR 80 PERCENTILE — 2026
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Best Colleges You Can Get at 80 Percentile in MHT-CET 2026
Scored around 80 percentile? Here are the best engineering and pharmacy colleges in Maharashtra where you have a strong chance of admission.
6 min readCollege Guide
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MHT CET CAP Round Strategy
CAP Round I, II, III — How to Fill Options & Maximize Admission Chances
How many options to fill? Should you lock your seat in Round 1 or wait? Complete strategy guide for all 3 CAP rounds in MHT-CET 2026–27.
10 min readAdmission Strategy
OPEN OBC SC ST SEBC EWS VJ NT1 NT2 NT3 LADIES TFWS OPEN 99% OBC 95% SC 78% ST 55%
MHT CET Cutoff 2026
OBC, SC, ST, SEBC, EWS — Category-wise Cutoffs for MHT-CET 2026
Detailed analysis of how much lower category cutoffs are compared to OPEN. Which reserved categories get the biggest advantage in Maharashtra?
7 min readCutoff Analysis
YOUR CHOICE 🏛 TOP COLLEGE Average branch Brand + Network 💻 CS/IT BRANCH Mid-tier college Skills = Jobs VS MHT-CET 2026 DECISION GUIDE
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College vs Branch: What Should You Prioritize in MHT-CET Admission?
Should you pick a top college with an average branch or a good branch in a lower-ranked college? Data-backed analysis for 2026 admissions.
9 min readDecision Guide
★★★★★ TOP GOVT COLLEGES 2026
Best Engineering Colleges Maharashtra 2026
Top Government Engineering Colleges in Maharashtra — Cutoffs 2026
VJTI, COEP, Govt College Pune, Nagpur, Aurangabad — best government colleges and their 2026 cutoffs with reserved category breakdown.
8 min readCollege Ranking
Percentile: 87.45 Category: OBC Stream: Engg PREDICT COLLEGES → ✅ 124 COLLEGES ✅ Safe — VJTI Mech +6.2 ⚡ Mod — COEP Civil +1.1 🎯 Reach — ICT CS -2.3 ✅ Safe — GCE Pune +8.5 MHT-CET COLLEGE PREDICTOR 2026
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Best MHT-CET College Predictor 2026 — Free, Accurate & All Categories
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70% 80% 90% 95% 99% 0 1L 2L 4L 90%ile → ~55,000 RANK PREDICTOR 2026 — PERCENTILE → CRL RANK
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MHT-CET Rank Predictor 2026 — Predict Your Rank from Percentile
How to predict your MHT-CET 2026 rank from percentile. Rank vs percentile conversion table, PCM vs PCB ranks, and what rank you need for top colleges.
6 min readStrategy
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MHT CET Marks vs Percentile 2026
MHT-CET Marks vs Percentile 2026 — How Are Scores Calculated?
How MHT-CET converts raw marks to percentile using normalization. Why same marks give different percentiles in different shifts. Full marks-to-percentile table.
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Best Colleges at 70 Percentile MHT CET
Colleges for 70 Percentile MHT CET
Best Engineering Colleges at 70 Percentile MHT CET (2026 Guide)
Scored around 70 percentile? Don't worry — you still have solid options. Here's a complete guide to the best colleges, branches, and smart strategy for CAP rounds.
8 min readCollege Guide
MHT CET Exam Day Tips 2026
MHT CET Exam Day Tips
MHT CET Exam Day Tips 2026 — 12 Strategies to Score Maximum
Exam day is where months of preparation either pays off or falls apart. These 12 practical strategies will help you manage time, avoid silly mistakes, and score 20+ extra marks.
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MHT CET vs JEE Main Comparison
MHT CET vs JEE Main
MHT CET vs JEE Main 2026 — Which Exam is Easier? Honest Comparison
Confused between MHT CET and JEE Main? We break down difficulty level, syllabus overlap, marking scheme, and which exam suits your preparation style.
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Best Pharmacy Colleges MHT CET 2026
Pharmacy Colleges
Top Pharmacy Colleges Through MHT CET 2026 — Cutoffs, Fees & Placements
Planning to pursue B.Pharm or Pharm.D through MHT CET? Here are the best pharmacy colleges in Maharashtra with actual cutoffs, fee structure, and placement data.
8 min readPharmacy Guide
How to Fill MHT CET CAP Preference Form
CAP Round Guide
How to Fill MHT CET CAP Preference Form 2026 — Step by Step Guide
The preference form decides your college. Most students fill it wrong and regret later. Follow this step-by-step guide to maximize your chances of getting your dream college.
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Placement Records Maharashtra Engineering
Placement Trends
Maharashtra Engineering Colleges That Broke Placement Records in 2025-26
Which colleges offered the highest packages this year? We analyze the placement data of top Maharashtra colleges.
9 min readPlacement
What is TFWS in MHT CET
Scholarships & Fees
Saving 100% Tuition Fees: How to Apply for the TFWS in Maharashtra
Everything you need to know about the Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS) and how it impacts cutoffs.
7 min readFee Guide
MHT CET CAP Round Document Checklist
CAP Round
The Ultimate CAP Round Checklist: 10 Essential Documents
Don't let a missing document ruin your admission chances. Complete list of certificates you must keep ready.
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Emerging Engineering Branches in Maharashtra
Career Guidance
Beyond CS: 5 Emerging Engineering Branches with 100% Placements
Discover high-demand alternatives like AI & Data Science, Robotics, and EV Engineering that top companies are hiring for right now.
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Autonomous vs Non Autonomous Engineering Colleges
College Guide
Does Autonomy Matter? Why prioritize Autonomous Colleges
We explain the difference in syllabus, grading systems, and why companies prefer graduates from autonomous colleges.
8 min readCollege Selection
90 Marks in MHT CET Percentile 2026
Marks & Percentile
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Scored 90 out of 200? Find out your expected percentile, realistic college options, and the smartest admission strategy.
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100 Marks in MHT CET Percentile 2026
Marks & Percentile
100 Marks in MHT CET 2026 — Percentile, Colleges & Strategy
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85 Percentile Colleges MHT CET 2026
College List
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90 Percentile Colleges MHT CET 2026
College List
Best Colleges at 90 Percentile in MHT CET 2026
90 percentile puts you in the top 10%. See which Tier 1.5 and Tier 2 colleges you can target with detailed branch analysis.
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65 Percentile Colleges MHT CET 2026
College List
Best Colleges at 65 Percentile in MHT CET 2026
65 percentile is not the end. Discover real college options, government college strategies, and practical career advice.
9 min readScore Guide
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Enter your MHT-CET marks (Physics & Chemistry: 50 marks each @ 1 mark/question · Maths or Biology: 100 marks @ 2 marks/question · Total: 200 marks).

📋 Marking Scheme:  Physics 50 marks (1×50 Q)  +  Chemistry 50 marks (1×50 Q)  +  Maths 100 marks (2×50 Q)  =  Total 200
Total Marks — / 200
📊 Reference Table — PCM Marks vs Percentile (Total: 200)
Marks Range Percentile Approx Rank Colleges Accessible
160+99.50+Top ~2,750VJTI CS, COEP CS
140–16099+~2,750–5,500VJTI non-CS, COEP non-CS
130–14098–99~5,500–11,000ICT Mumbai, GCE Pune CS
110–13096–98~11,000–22,000GCE Aurangabad, GCE Nagpur CS
100–11095–96~22,000–27,500Top private colleges CS
95–10092–95~27,500–44,000Good Govt colleges non-CS
80–9085–92~44,000–82,500Good private colleges
60–8065–85~82,500–1,92,500Most private colleges
55–6560–70~1,92,500–2,20,000Lower-tier private colleges
Below 55Below 702,20,000+Minority / Management quota
⚠ Based on /200 marking scheme (Phy 50 + Chem 50 + Maths/Bio 100). Approximate — actual percentile depends on shift difficulty and normalization.