MHT CET PCM 1st Attempt Result 2026 (OUT) Live Updates: Direct Link Activated at cetcell.mahacet.org

10 00 AM IST - 13 Jun'26

Minority Colleges to Follow Approved Admission Procedure

Minority institutions participating in admissions will publish:

• Seat availability
• Eligibility criteria
• Admission schedule
• Vacancy details

Candidates seeking minority quota admissions should verify eligibility before applying.

09 00 AM IST - 13 Jun'26

Non-Creamy Layer Certificate Required for Eligible Categories

Candidates belonging to applicable reserved categories must submit a valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate as per government norms.

08 00 AM IST - 13 Jun'26

Category Certificates Must Be Valid

Candidates claiming reservation benefits must possess valid certificates issued by competent authorities.

Invalid or expired certificates may lead to category conversion.

07 00 AM IST - 13 Jun'26

Reporting to Allotted Institute Remains Mandatory

Candidates allotted seats must report to the institute within the prescribed schedule.

Failure to report may result in cancellation of the allotted seat.

06 00 AM IST - 13 Jun'26

Freeze and Betterment Options Continue

Candidates should select the appropriate option within the stipulated period.

05 00 AM IST - 13 Jun'26

CAP Allotment Based on Merit and Preferences

Seat allotment will depend on:

1. Candidate merit rank
2. Reservation category
3. Availability of seats
4. Order of preferences submitted

Higher-ranked candidates receive priority during allotment.

04 00 AM IST - 13 Jun'26

Option Form Submission Required Before CAP Round

Candidates must submit and lock their college-branch preferences before the option form deadline.

03 00 AM IST - 13 Jun'26

Provisional Merit List Followed by Grievance Window

The admission schedule includes:

Candidates should carefully review their details during the grievance period.

02 00 AM IST - 13 Jun'26

Candidate Confirmation Mandatory After Verification

After document verification, candidates must confirm their application details through the admission portal. Unconfirmed applications may not be considered for merit list preparation.

01 00 AM IST - 13 Jun'26

E-Scrutiny and Physical Scrutiny Options Available

This year's admission process allows candidates to verify documents through:

Candidates must ensure successful verification before the merit list publication.

12 00 AM IST - 13 Jun'26

CAP Registration to Be Completed Within the Official Schedule

Candidates seeking admission through MHT CET CAP 2026 must complete online registration, application submission, and document upload within the timeline notified by the State CET Cell. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered for CAP allotment.

11 00 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

VIIT Pune Branch-Wise Admission Trends

10 00 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

Private College CSE Thresholds Rising

Data from previous CAP rounds indicates that several private colleges which once admitted students at 80–85 percentile now require 90–95+ percentile for Computer Engineering admissions.

09 30 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

Pune Region Software Branch Competition

Pune's leading institutions continue to witness:

• CSE: 98–99.6 percentile
• AI & ML: 96–98 percentile
• IT: 95–98 percentile

making Pune the second-most competitive engineering region after Mumbai.

09 00 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

Percentile Requirement for Mumbai Tech Colleges

Most leading Mumbai technology institutions currently require:

• 99+ percentile for CSE
• 98.5+ percentile for IT
• 98+ percentile for EXTC

08 30 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

Top Institutes for 95–98 Percentile Candidates

Candidates in the 95–98 percentile bracket can realistically target:

• VIT Pune
• VIIT Pune
• MITAOE Alandi
• GCOE Aurangabad
• K.K. Wagh Nashik
• CRCE Mumbai

08 00 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

Top Institutes for 98+ Percentile Candidates

Candidates securing 98+ percentile remain competitive for:

• PCCOE Pune
• PICT Pune
• SPIT Mumbai
• RCOEM Nagpur
• Walchand Sangli
• DJSCE Mumbai

07 30 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

Government College Jalgaon Snapshot

Previous counselling statistics indicate that Computer Science admissions at GCOE Jalgaon closed near Rank 11,200 in the Open category.

07 00 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

Government College Karad Performance

Government College of Engineering Karad witnessed Computer Science admissions close around Rank 6,500, making it a preferred government option outside Pune and Mumbai.

06 30 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

MIT-WPU Pune CAP Seat Competition

MIT-WPU's Computer Engineering branch maintained CAP cutoffs around 97.20 percentile, while AI & ML settled close to 96 percentile.

06 00 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

CRCE Bandra Mumbai Cutoffs

Fr. Conceicao Rodrigues College's Computer Engineering branch closed at 97.85 percentile, while Information Technology remained available around 96.50 percentile.

05 30 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

VIT Pune Core Branch Distribution

05 00 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

DJSCE Mumbai, Information Technology Expected Cutoff Percentile

SPIT continues to remain among Maharashtra's most competitive institutions.

04 30 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

DJ Sanghvi Alternative Branch Analysis

At DJSCE Mumbai, Information Technology closed around 99.30 percentile, while Electronics & Telecommunication remained available near 98.80 percentile in Open-category admissions.

04 00 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

Sinhgad College of Engineering Pune

The Computer Engineering program at Sinhgad College closed at approximately 93–95 percentile, while Electronics & Telecommunication accepted candidates around 90–92 percentile.

03 30 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

JSPM Rajarshi Shahu College Cutoffs

JSPM Tathawade's Computer Engineering branch closed around 94–95 percentile, while AI & ML programs settled in the 92–94 percentile range.

03 00 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

PVG's COET Pune Branch Trends

PVG College of Engineering and Technology witnessed Computer Engineering cutoffs near 96.50 percentile, while Mechanical Engineering remained accessible around 89–91 percentile.

02 30 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

K.K. Wagh Institute of Engineering, Nashik

Previous CAP allotments indicate that Computer Engineering at K.K. Wagh closed at approximately 95–96 percentile, while Information Technology remained available around the 94 percentile mark.

02 00 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

MIT Academy of Engineering (MITAOE) Computer Engineering

MITAOE Alandi recorded Open-category Computer Engineering cutoffs in the 96–97 percentile range, positioning it as a viable option for candidates narrowly missing admission to Pune's top autonomous institutes.

01 30 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

Cyber Security Emerging as a Standalone Preference

Candidates are increasingly listing Cyber Security separately during choice filling rather than treating it as a backup option, reflecting growing awareness of industry demand.

01 00 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

IT Branches Closing Gap with Computer Science

Recent CAP trends indicate that Information Technology programs at leading colleges are increasingly matching Computer Science cutoffs due to similar placement opportunities and recruiter participation.

12 30 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

Mumbai Colleges Continue to Attract Statewide Competition

Engineering institutes located in Mumbai remain among the most competitive in Maharashtra due to strong placements, corporate exposure, and proximity to major technology and finance hubs.

12 00 PM IST - 12 Jun'26

Pune Home University Candidates Enjoy Wider Opportunities

Candidates belonging to the Pune Home University region often benefit from a larger seat pool at institutions such as COEP, PICT, PCCOE, and VIT Pune compared to OHU applicants.

11 30 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

Final Strategy Advice for Scorecard Release Eve

As the release of the first attempt PCM results nears, candidates are strongly urged to cross-reference their expected percentiles with last year's official CAP PDFs. Building an expanded preference list that accounts for rising cutoffs is the best way to secure a preferred branch.

11 00 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

P.R. Pote Patil College Amravati Regional Trends

Regional private institutes like P.R. Pote Patil College of Engineering provide accessible pathways for students in western Vidarbha. Its computer science program closed Round 1 at 91.54 percentile before easing to 90.21 percentile by Round 3, reflecting typical mid-tier counseling behavior.

10 30 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

M.G.M. College of Engineering Navi Mumbai

MGM College in Kamothe, Navi Mumbai, serves as a solid option for students in the suburban metropolitan area. Its open-category computer engineering cutoff settled at 93.60 percentile during the final phases of last year's centralized allocations, offering a reliable choice for mid-tier scorers.

10 00 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

Detailed Target Profiles for Tier-3 Private Insts

09 30 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

Yeshwantrao Chavan College (YCCE) Nagpur

YCCE Nagpur, a prominent autonomous institution in central India, draws a large volume of applicants from across the region. Its core computer science branch closed at 94.80 percentile last year, while its electronics and telecommunication track accepted candidates down to 89.50 percentile.

09 00 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

Walchand Institute of Technology (WIT) Solapur

WIT Solapur remains a dependable choice for students with mid-range percentiles in the southern Maharashtra region. Previous CAP records show its computer science program closing at 91.40 percentile, making it accessible for students with moderate scores who want a reputable software branch.

08 30 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

Severe Competitive Rises in Chemical Engineering at ICT

The Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT) Mumbai maintains unique, highly competitive cutoffs for its specialized branches. Its flagship Chemical Engineering program requires a minimum score of 99.30 percentile, while specialized polymer and food technology options accept general candidates down to 97.50 percentile.

08 00 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

Fr. Conceicao Rodrigues College (CRCE) Bandra

CRCE Bandra, popularly known as Fr. Agnel, is a prominent choice in Mumbai for computer and electronics streams. Its open-category computer engineering branch closed its intake at 97.85 percentile last year, reflecting strong placement outcomes and its desirable coastal location.

07 30 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

Severe Compressions in Reserved Category Ranks

Data from previous seat allocation cycles indicates that cutoffs for OBC and EWS categories are closely tracking general open requirements in top-tier programs. The score gap between these categories has narrowed to less than 0.15 percentile points at elite institutions like COEP and VJTI.

07 00 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

Electrical Engineering Benchmarks at VJTI Mumbai

The electrical engineering program at VJTI Mumbai remains a prime choice for students interested in power systems and core sectors. Previous counseling cycles show the branch closing its general open intake at around 99.15 percentile, confirming its status as a highly selective option.

06 00 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

MIT-WPU Pune Autonomous Track Standings

MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU), operating under its own private university status, manages a portion of its admissions outside the standard CAP portal. For its CAP-integrated seats, its flagship computer engineering program maintains a steady closing cutoff around 97.20 percentile.

05 00 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

Evaluating Regional Cutoff Variances

Mumbai Region Hubs: Demand a higher percentile premium for IT/Software branches due to strong local corporate and financial tech connections.

Pune Region Hubs: See intense competition for both software and automotive engineering branches, driven by the city's robust IT parks and manufacturing corridors.

Rest of Maharashtra (ROAM): Offers lower entry thresholds at government-run institutions, providing an excellent return on investment for budget-conscious students.

04 00 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

Government College of Engineering Aurangabad Metrics

GCOE Aurangabad, a key technical institution in the Marathwada region, maintains highly competitive benchmarks. Its computer science program regularly closes around 97.60 percentile, while its Electronics and Telecommunication stream accepts general candidates down to 95.30 percentile.

03 00 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

Sardar Patel College of Engineering (SPCE) Mumbai

SPCE Mumbai, which shares a campus with SPIT, focuses strictly on core engineering disciplines like Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical. Its general-category electrical engineering program closed at an impressive 98.10 percentile, reflecting its strong reputation for core placements.

02 00 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

Minority Status Institution Score Trends

Institutions with religious or linguistic minority designations, such as KJ Somaiya Mumbai or Guru Nanak Dev Engineering, reserve up to 51% of their seats for their respective communities. Eligible minority applicants often benefit from a score concession of 3 to 7 percentile points compared to open-market requirements.

01 00 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

Manufacturing and Production Engineering Entry Points

For candidates determined to study at COEP Pune regardless of the branch, Manufacturing Science & Engineering and Metallurgy offer accessible pathways. The prior cycle recorded an All India closing rank of 2,897 for Manufacturing Science, requiring a lower percentile than software-focused alternatives.

12 00 AM IST - 12 Jun'26

Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology (VIIT) Pune

VIIT Pune, the sister institution to VIT, offers an excellent alternative path into the Pune tech ecosystem. Previous cutoff data shows its Information Technology branch closing at approximately 96.80 percentile, providing a solid option for students with scores just below the absolute top-tier thresholds.

11 00 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Dwarkadas J. Sanghvi (DJSCE) Mumbai Status

DJSCE Mumbai remains a top choice for students in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Its highly competitive Computer Science and Engineering program routinely requires an entry score above 99.45 percentile in the centralized allocation phases, making it as selective as top government options.

10 30 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Lady Applicants (LOPEN) Quota Benefits

The centralized counseling system reserves a dedicated 30% horizontal quota for female candidates across category layers. This structural reservation often allows female applicants to secure coveted tech branches with a relaxation of 0.5 to 1.2 percentile points compared to general open requirements.

10 00 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Institutional Void and Spot Round Dynamics

When seats remain vacant after CAP Round 3, colleges conduct independent institutional spot rounds. During these spot rounds, cutoff restrictions often drop significantly, allowing alert candidates with lower percentiles to claim left-over seats at highly rated private colleges.

09 30 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Thadomal Shahani (TSEC) Mumbai Thresholds

Thadomal Shahani Engineering College, a premier institute in Bandra, Mumbai, sees high demand for its software streams. Previous CAP round reports show its core Information Technology branch closing at an open threshold of 98.70 percentile, reflecting its popularity among Mumbai-based tech aspirants.

09 00 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Understanding Home University (HU) vs OHU Quotas

For non-autonomous regional engineering institutions, the seat matrix is split into Home University (HU) and Other than Home University (OHU) categories. Data shows that OHU applicants typically face significantly tighter cutoffs, requiring a 1.5 to 3 percentile advantage over local HU applicants to secure the same branch on the same campus.

08 30 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Strategic Allotments in Regional Government Institutes

08 00 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Shree Ramdeobaba College (RCOEM) Nagpur Trends

RCOEM Nagpur stands out as a top-tier choice in the Vidarbha region, particularly for its computer science and electronics programs. Previous counseling data shows its open-category computer engineering program closing at around 98.20 percentile, drawing high-scoring candidates from across eastern Maharashtra.

07 30 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Instrumentation & Control Engineering Options

Candidates interested in automation should look at the Instrumentation and Control engineering streams at autonomous campuses. Last year, COEP Pune recorded an All India closing rank of 1,945 for this branch, making it an excellent alternative for students with scores just below the electronics thresholds.

07 00 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

EWS Quota Percentile Relaxations Reviewed

The Economically Weaker Section (EWS) reservation provides a separate allocation pathway across all state-aided and government institutions. Historical tracking shows that EWS cutoffs generally offer a modest relief of 0.2 to 0.5 percentile points compared to the standard General Open category for premium branches.

06 30 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

D.Y. Patil Pimpri Dramatic Selection Shifts

The general open state-level cutoffs at mid-tier private institutes highlight a competitive shift. Driven by rising applicant numbers, certain engineering programs at D.Y. Patil campuses that previously accepted scores around the 50–60 percentile now show closing cutoffs crossing the 91.00 percentile mark.

06 00 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Core Branch Realities for General-Open Categories

While computer science cutoffs remain exceptionally high, candidates with an aggregate percentile between 96 and 98 can secure entry into premier institutions by opting for core branches. Civil, Metallurgy, and Production engineering tracks serve as strategic pathways to access elite campus ecosystems and active placement networks.

05 30 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Mechanical Engineering Closing Metrics at Top Hubs

Data from previous CAP Round 1 allotments shows that Mechanical Engineering at COEP Pune closed at a 99.20 percentile (approximate rank 3,000–5,000). Meanwhile, VJTI Mumbai filled its mechanical branch capacity at an alternative baseline of 98.90 percentile for general-category applicants.

05 00 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Government College of Engineering Amravati Status

The official documentation for Government College of Engineering, Amravati, highlights a clear branch-wise score distribution. Its B.Tech Computer Science program closed at State Rank 9,196 (96.24 percentile), while its Information Technology track settled at State Rank 12,891 (96.21 percentile) for general category applicants.

04 30 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Marks vs Percentile Core Correlations Explained

170+ Scores: Yield an elite 99.9+ percentile, securing a clear path into top government hubs like VJTI, COEP, and ICT Mumbai.

130–149 Scores: Match roughly to a 98–99 percentile range, opening doors to premier private institutions like PCCOE and top branches at secondary government colleges.

90–109 Scores: Translate to a 90–95 percentile range, offering decent choices but limited availability for high-demand CS/IT branches.

04 00 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Walchand College of Engineering Sangli Cutoffs

Walchand College of Engineering, a premier government-aided institution, remains highly competitive for regional applicants. Previous CAP round statistics show that its Open Category Computer Science placement required at least a 99.20 percentile, while its core Electrical and Mechanical programs accepted ranks down to the 96.50 percentile.

03 30 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Severe Percentile Compression Realities

Experts emphasize that competitive dynamics have intensified, causing noticeable percentile compression above the 90th percentile. This means that in the 2026 admission cycle, a significantly higher raw score out of 200 is required to yield the same state rank compared to performance distributions from three years ago.

03 00 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

All-India Seat Allocation Rank Tracking

For the All-India (AI) pool handled within the CAP framework, allocations rely on national competitive indices rather than state percentiles. In the prior academic cycle, the final institutional closing rank for Computer Science at COEP Pune stood at Merit Rank 858, while its internal AI-ML program wrapped up shortly after at Merit Rank 925.

02 30 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Electronics & Telecommunication (EXTC) Demand Shifts

The EXTC stream has seen renewed demand as a flexible alternative for students aiming for hardware-software integration roles. Previous metrics show that premier autonomous hubs like Sardar Patel Institute of Technology (SPIT) Mumbai require an EXTC entry barrier above the 99.00 percentile mark for open-category allocations.

02 00 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Tier-2 Regional Private Institute Benchmarks

Candidates falling within the 98 to 99 percentile bracket can reliably target high-demand branches at prestigious private institutions. Key options include Pimpri Chinchwad College of Engineering (PCCOE) Pune, MIT Pune, and D.Y. Patil College, which regularly absorb top-tier rankers missing out on core VJTI or COEP seats.

01 30 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Unexpected Upward Trajectory in Civil Engineering

A multi-year review of state allocations reveals an accelerating upward cutoff trend for traditional core branches. For instance, Civil Engineering at COEP surged to 98.62 percentile, while VJTI Mumbai reached 98.47 percentile, driven by students prioritizing elite institutional tags and robust placement infrastructure over specific IT branches.

01 00 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Emerging Specializations vs Traditional IT

Data trends retrieved from the centralized tracking system show that emerging specializations like Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AI-ML) at institutions such as VIT Pune closed at 97.80 percentile. Traditional Information Technology (IT) programs at the same campus settled nearby at 95.10 percentile, offering strategic backup combinations for high-scoring candidates.

12 30 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

PICT Pune Core Tech Stream Trends

Pune Institute of Computer Technology (PICT), a highly preferred option for software aspirants, registered a closing threshold of 99.61 percentiles for its open-category Computer Engineering stream during the previous year's initial counseling rounds. This high benchmark places it directly alongside top-tier state government autonomous universities for technology branches.

12 00 PM IST - 11 Jun'26

Computer Science Closing Benchmarks at Elite Institutes

Analysis of last year's official fe2025.mahacet.org database indicates that candidates targeting Computer Science Engineering (CSE) at VJTI Mumbai needed a minimum closing score of 99.95 percentile in the General Open category. Similarly, COEP Pune closed its elite CSE program at 99.67 percentile, proving that top-tier institutions will demand exceptional metrics in the 2026 centralized allotment cycles.

11 30 AM IST - 11 Jun'26

Engineering Technical Support Helplines Assigned

The entrance exam authority operates a specialized advisory network to resolve immediate option entry and profile validation blockages. Aspirants can contact official coordinators via the helpline lines (+91-9175108612 or 18002660160) from 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM, or submit electronic queries to cetcell.technicaledu@gmail.com.

11 00 AM IST - 11 Jun'26

Integrated 5-Year Master Degree Track Separation

The centralized engineering gateway simultaneously coordinates seat distribution for Integrated 5-Year Master of Engineering and Technology options. Despite sharing a portal, option-entry tracking streams are split to prevent code confusion with standard 4-Year B.E./B.Tech registrations.

09 30 AM IST - 11 Jun'26

Multi-Year CAP Archival Cut-Off Databases Accessible

To assist candidates with strategic planning during the option-filling rounds, the system maintains fully accessible, structured seat matrix logs from previous years. These records break down closing performance trends into localized Maharashtra State (MH) quotas and All-India (AI) pools:

09 00 AM IST - 11 Jun'26

Multi-Channel Communication Systems Active

To ensure important procedural milestones are never missed by applicants, the portal configures automatic, multi-channel system notifications. Throughout the entire Centralised Admission Process (CAP), crucial updates are pushed directly via daily SMS texts, WhatsApp reminders, and registered email chains.

08 30 AM IST - 11 Jun'26

Mandatory Candidate Entry Sweeps

Before accepting profile uploads for e-verification evaluation, the technical cell strictly mandates that candidates review every single individual entry in their dashboard. This critical checklist includes verifying complete names, assigned reservation categories, gender indicators, uploaded photographs, digital signatures, entrance exam marks, and precise academic transcripts.

08 00 AM IST - 11 Jun'26

Segregation of Direct Second-Year (DSE) Registrations

First-year engineering seat allocations operate independently from the Direct Second-Year (DSE) enrollment track. Diploma holders looking for lateral entries will follow a separate registration calendar, which kicks off later in the season.

07 30 AM IST - 11 Jun'26

Online Seat Acceptance Fee Tracking

To retain an assigned seat and remain eligible for potential college upgrades, candidates must submit a non-refundable seat confirmation processing fee through the integrated payment gateway.

07 00 AM IST - 11 Jun'26

Operational Mechanics of 'Freeze' and 'Float' Options

• Freeze Selection: Formally locks in an allotted seat, confirming your intent to enroll and removing you from subsequent upgrade consideration.

• Float Selection: Secures your current seat assignment while keeping your profile active to consider better options in future allocation rounds.

06 00 AM IST - 11 Jun'26

Validation Rules for Minority-Status Placements

Linguistic and religious minority applicants can access dedicated seat quotas at specialized institutions. These admissions require presenting valid community declarations and heritage certificates during the formal registration window.

05 00 AM IST - 11 Jun'26

Implementation of Social and Regional Reservation Policies

The finalized seat matrix incorporates updated state allocation rules for the 2026 cycle. This framework tracks seat availability across specific quotas for SEBC, OBC, SC, ST, and physically challenged candidates.

04 00 AM IST - 11 Jun'26

Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS) Benefits

Aspirants with verified annual family income certificates falling below the ₹8 Lakh threshold can select the specialized TFWS option. This merit-based designation waives 100% of the tuition fees at participating regional colleges.

03 00 AM IST - 11 Jun'26

Strategic Structuring of Preference Fill Records

Admissions advisors encourage students to build broad, strategic list combinations during option entry. Including several alternative backup institutions helps guard against missing out during competitive early selection rounds.

02 00 AM IST - 11 Jun'26

Security Activation Slips Required for Choice Filling

Following successful verification, candidates receive an official Receipt-cum-Acknowledgement slip. This printout contains a unique encryption code that unlocks the choice-filling features on the state enrollment portal.

01 00 AM IST - 11 Jun'26

Physical Verification Channels at Facilitation Centers

Applicants facing digital signature mismatches or online e-scrutiny failures can schedule in-person verification. Document checks can be completed manually by presenting paperwork to coordinators at designated regional Facilitation Centers (FC).

12 00 AM IST - 11 Jun'26

Simultaneous Release of Engineering Leaderboards

The declaration of the official engineering scores will be accompanied by the publication of the 100-percentile leaderboard. This comprehensive list highlights top-performing students across the state alongside regional category distributions.

11 00 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Most In-Demand Engineering Branches Expected to Dominate CAP 2026

• Computer Science Engineering (CSE)
• Information Technology (IT)
• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AI & ML)
• Data Science
• Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering (ENTC)
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering

10 30 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Elite State Engineering Institutions Remain the Ultimate Admission Targets

1. COEP Technological University, Pune
2. Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI), Mumbai
3. Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai
4. Sardar Patel Institute of Technology (SPIT), Mumbai
5. Pune Institute of Computer Technology (PICT), Pune
6. Walchand College of Engineering, Sangli
7. Sardar Patel College of Engineering (SPCE), Mumbai
8. Government College of Engineering, Aurangabad (GECA)
9. Government College of Engineering, Amravati (GCOEA)
10. Shri Guru Gobind Singhji Institute of Engineering and Technology (SGGSIE&T), Nanded

10 00 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Dual Entry Quota Integration Outlined

The centralized entry platform coordinates both MHT CET local percentiles and All-India national pools driven by JEE Main parameters. This dual framework allows candidates to secure private institutional allotments using multiple competitive channels.

09 30 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Three Traditional Counseling Waves Planned

The overarching architecture for the state-wide technical counseling network incorporates three primary distribution stages. Any engineering vacancies remaining open at the conclusion of these rounds are reassigned to institutional spot allocation counters.

09 00 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Option Entry Mechanics Described

The automated allotment engine processes choice preferences through an optimized top-down matching format. The algorithm pairs available institutional vacancies with the applicant's declared top priorities, moving down the list until it finds an open seat match.

08 30 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Lock-In Status for Identity Categories

The State Entrance Cell clarifies that profile corrections to core socio-economic parameters cannot be modified post-result publication. Categories declared during the registration sequence are officially locked for seat calculation purposes across every centralized counseling round.

08 00 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Structural Breakdown of Engineering Tied Percentiles

When two or more technical aspirants achieve identical total percentiles, predefined mathematical tie-breakers execute automatically. Ranks are determined based on higher performance percentages in Mathematics first, followed by Physics scores, Chemistry scores, and applicant age seniority order.

07 30 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

AI & Machine Learning Emerges as the Biggest Challenger to CSE

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning programmes continue to gain momentum, with several colleges witnessing cutoff trends increasingly comparable to traditional Computer Science branches.

07 00 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

CSE Expected to Dominate CAP 2026 Preference Lists Again

Computer Science Engineering is expected to remain the most sought-after branch during CAP counselling due to strong placement records, industry demand, and career growth opportunities.

06 30 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Final Merit List to Decide Engineering Admission Prospects

The final merit list will determine each candidate's position in the admission process. Seat allotments across Maharashtra's engineering colleges will be based on this finalized ranking.

06 00 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Correction Window Alert: Candidates May Get a Chance to Fix Merit Errors

As seen in previous years, candidates may be provided a grievance window after the provisional merit list release to rectify discrepancies related to personal information or academic records.

05 30 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Merit List Countdown Begins After Result Declaration

Following the release of percentile scores, the State CET Cell will shift its focus toward preparing the provisional and final merit lists that form the foundation of the engineering admission process.

05 00 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Top Engineering Colleges Expected to Witness Highest Competition

Based on previous counselling trends, the following institutions are expected to attract the strongest demand during CAP 2026:

• COEP Technological University
• Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute
• Sardar Patel Institute of Technology
• Walchand College of Engineering
• Pune Institute of Computer Technology

Computer Science Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, and Data Science branches are expected to remain the most competitive options.

04 30 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Official Counselling Portal Already Active for Reference

Candidates can review last year's counselling framework, notices, merit lists, and CAP information through the Maharashtra engineering admission portal, which hosted the 2025 counselling process.

04 00 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Multiple CAP Rounds Increase Admission Opportunities

The Maharashtra engineering admission process traditionally includes several CAP rounds, allowing students to upgrade colleges and branches as vacancies arise throughout the counselling cycle.

03 30 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Choice Filling Expected After Final Merit List

Based on the 2025 counselling pattern, candidates will likely receive an option-entry window after the final merit list publication to prioritize colleges and engineering branches for allotment.

03 00 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Merit List Publication Will Be the Next Major Step

Following CAP registration, Maharashtra CET Cell is expected to release provisional and final merit lists. These lists will determine eligibility and priority for seat allotment across participating engineering colleges.

02 40 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Important Documents to Keep Ready:

• MHT CET 2026 Scorecard
• Class 10 Marksheet
• Class 12 Marksheet
• Domicile Certificate
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Income Certificate (if applicable)
• Valid Photo ID Proof
• Passport-size Photographs

Candidates are advised to keep both digital and physical copies ready to avoid last-minute issues during counselling registration.

02 20 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

CAP Registration Process Stages Re-Verified

Candidates can expect the following major stages during the MHT CET 2026 Centralised Admission Process (CAP):

• Online CAP registration begins.
• Upload required academic and personal documents.
• Complete e-scrutiny or physical document verification.
• Provisional merit list is released.
• Candidates can submit grievances or correction requests.
• Final merit list is published.
• Web option entry for colleges and branches opens.
• CAP Round 1 seat allotment result is announced.
• Candidates accept allotted seats and complete reporting.
• Additional CAP rounds are conducted for seat upgrades and vacant seats.

02 00 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

CAP Portal Integration Nears Final Step

The Centralised Admission Process registration portal interface is currently undergoing system tests. It will begin accepting student profiles shortly after the PCM results are declared.

01 40 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Estimated Benchmark Percentiles for Popular Engineering Branches

01 20 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

No Physical Memo Dispatch Policy

All engineering percentiles are distributed exclusively online. The exam cell does not provide hard-copy rank lists or result notifications through postal services.

01 00 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

CAP Registration Likely to Follow Result Declaration

Last year, CAP registration commenced shortly after the MHT CET results were announced. Candidates should be prepared with documents and personal details as the 2026 registration window may open soon after PCM results.

12 40 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Subject-Wise Percentiles to Be Available on Scorecard

The MHT CET PCM 2026 scorecard is expected to display separate normalized percentile scores for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, along with the overall percentile. Candidates should carefully review these subject-wise performances, as they provide valuable insights into individual strengths and may help in assessing competitiveness for various engineering branches during the upcoming CAP counselling process.

12 20 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

Login Credentials Required for Scorecard Access

Students will need their registered email ID and password to access the result portal. Authorities advise candidates to verify login details beforehand to avoid delays.

12 00 PM IST - 10 Jun'26

PCM Result Expected Anytime Soon

The State CET Cell is expected to release the MHT CET PCM 2026 1st Attempt Result either today, June 11, or by June 12. Candidates are advised to keep their login credentials ready for quick access once the result link goes live.

11 45 AM IST - 10 Jun'26

Welcome to MHT CET PCM 2026 Result Live Coverage

Welcome to our live coverage of the MHT CET PCM 2026 1st Attempt Result. Following the release of the PCB group results, engineering aspirants across Maharashtra are now eagerly awaiting the activation of the PCM scorecard download link.