MHT CET 2026 OBC category cutoff is expected to range between 85 and 99.83 percentile based on 2025 closing data, with top colleges like COEP and VJTI requiring 99.60 percentile or above for Computer Engineering.
CETCELL Maharashtra manages centralized admissions through the CAP process for engineering colleges across the state. OBC (Other Backward Class) Non-Creamy Layer students are allotted seats from a 19% reservation pool in government and government-aided engineering colleges. The closing percentile at which the last OBC seat is filled in each round is the OBC cutoff. This article covers expected MHT CET 2026 OBC cutoffs based on 2024 and 2025 trend data.
- MHT CET 2026 engineering stream carries a total of 200 marks (100 for Mathematics, 100 for Physics and Chemistry combined).
- OBC students in Maharashtra get 19% reservation in government and aided engineering colleges through the CAP process.
- CSE and IT branches attract the highest OBC cutoffs, often above 99 percentile in premier colleges like COEP and VJTI.
- CETCELL releases separate OBC cutoffs after each CAP Round 1, Round 2, and Round 3.
- Mid-tier government colleges typically admit OBC students with 88 to 96 percentile in most engineering branches.
| Direct Link to MHT CET 2026 CAP Admission Portal (ACTIVE) | cetcell.mahacet.org |
What is MHT CET OBC Category Cutoff?
The MHT CET OBC cutoff is the minimum closing percentile at which the last seat in the OBC reservation pool is allotted at a specific college and branch in each CAP round. OBC Non-Creamy Layer students have access to 19% of seats in government and government-aided engineering colleges in Maharashtra through the CETCELL CAP process.
MHT CET produces a percentile score, not a rank based on raw marks out of 200. Your percentile determines your position in the OBC merit list, and seat allotment happens in descending order of percentile within each category pool. OBC students may also qualify for Open category seats on merit if their percentile meets the Open cutoff during any CAP round.
MHT CET 2025 OBC Cutoff Data
The table below shows approximate MHT CET 2025 OBC closing percentiles for top government and government-aided engineering colleges in Maharashtra, based on CAP Round 3 final allotment trends.
| College Name | Branch | OBC Closing Percentile (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| College of Engineering Pune (COEP) | Computer Engineering | 99.78 |
| College of Engineering Pune (COEP) | Electronics and Telecom | 99.64 |
| VJTI Mumbai | Computer Engineering | 99.71 |
| VJTI Mumbai | Electronics Engineering | 99.46 |
| ICT Mumbai | Chemical Engineering | 98.74 |
| Walchand College of Engineering, Sangli | Computer Engineering | 98.28 |
| Govt. College of Engineering Aurangabad | Computer Science and Engineering | 97.48 |
| SGGSIE Nanded | Computer Science and Engineering | 96.42 |
| Govt. College of Engineering Nagpur | Computer Science and Engineering | 95.74 |
| Govt. College of Engineering Amravati | Computer Science and Engineering | 94.88 |
These figures are based on 2025 CAP Round 3 OBC closing percentile trends and are not official 2026 data.
Expected MHT CET 2026 OBC Cutoff
Based on 2024 and 2025 CAP Round data, the expected MHT CET 2026 OBC closing percentile for major government engineering colleges is listed below. These are predictions and will be updated once CETCELL releases official CAP 2026 allotment data after each round.
| College Name | Branch | Expected OBC Closing Percentile (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| College of Engineering Pune (COEP) | Computer Engineering | 99.75 – 99.83 |
| VJTI Mumbai | Computer Engineering | 99.68 – 99.76 |
| ICT Mumbai | Chemical Engineering | 98.50 – 99.00 |
| Walchand College of Engineering, Sangli | Computer Engineering | 97.80 – 98.50 |
| Govt. College of Engineering Aurangabad | Computer Science and Engineering | 96.50 – 97.80 |
| SGGSIE Nanded | Computer Science and Engineering | 95.00 – 96.50 |
| Govt. College of Engineering Nagpur | Computer Science and Engineering | 94.50 – 96.00 |
| Govt. College of Engineering Amravati | Computer Science and Engineering | 93.50 – 95.50 |
All figures above are expected and based on 2025 CAP trend data. CETCELL will publish official 2026 OBC cutoffs after each CAP round allotment.
Factors Affecting MHT CET 2026 OBC Cutoff
Several variables determine how OBC cutoffs shift from year to year. Understanding these helps you plan your college choices more effectively:
- Number of OBC applicants: More OBC test-takers means tighter competition and higher closing percentiles in every round.
- MHT CET 2026 paper difficulty: An easier paper drives up scores and raises cutoffs; a tougher paper lowers them across all categories.
- Seat intake changes: New college approvals or intake revisions affect how many OBC seats are available in each CAP round.
- Branch preference trends: CSE, IT, and AI-ML branches consistently attract the highest demand, keeping OBC cutoffs in these branches high.
- CAP round number: CAP Round 1 cutoffs are always highest; Rounds 2 and 3 see progressively lower closing percentiles as vacant seats increase.
- Percentile normalization: MHT CET runs in multiple shifts; score normalization across sessions can slightly shift rank distribution each year.
Branch-wise OBC Cutoff for Major Colleges
The table below shows the expected OBC closing percentile range by engineering branch for 2026, comparing top-tier colleges (COEP, VJTI, Walchand) with mid-tier government colleges, based on 2025 CAP Round 3 OBC data.
| Branch | Top College OBC Percentile (Expected 2026) | Mid-tier College OBC Percentile (Expected 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Engineering / CSE | 99.60 – 99.83 | 90.00 – 96.50 |
| Information Technology | 99.40 – 99.72 | 87.00 – 94.00 |
| Electronics and Telecom | 99.30 – 99.65 | 83.00 – 91.00 |
| Electrical Engineering | 97.00 – 98.50 | 78.00 – 87.00 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 94.00 – 97.00 | 68.00 – 80.00 |
| Civil Engineering | 87.00 – 93.00 | 55.00 – 72.00 |
| Chemical Engineering | 88.00 – 95.00 | 62.00 – 76.00 |
Expected percentile ranges are based on 2025 OBC CAP Round 3 data. Actual 2026 cutoffs will be published by CETCELL after each round.
MHT CET 2026 OBC Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected OBC cutoff for COEP Computer Engineering in MHT CET 2026?
Ans. Based on 2025 CAP trends, the expected OBC closing percentile for COEP Computer Engineering in MHT CET 2026 is between 99.75 and 99.83. This is among the highest OBC cutoffs across Maharashtra government engineering colleges.
Ques. How does the MHT CET OBC cutoff differ from the Open category cutoff?
Ans. The OBC cutoff is generally 0.5 to 2 percentile points lower than the Open category cutoff for the same college and branch. OBC students are ranked in a separate merit list and compete within the 19% OBC reservation pool in government and aided colleges.
Ques. When will MHT CET 2026 official OBC cutoffs be released?
Ans. CETCELL releases official OBC cutoffs after each CAP round allotment. CAP Round 1 allotment and cutoff data for 2026 is expected around July 2026. Check cetcell.mahacet.org for updates after each round.
Ques. What percentile do I need in MHT CET 2026 to get into a government college under OBC?
Ans. For most branches in mid-tier government engineering colleges, an OBC percentile above 85 is typically sufficient. For CSE in top colleges like COEP and VJTI, you should target 96 percentile or higher based on 2025 OBC closing data.
Ques. Does the MHT CET OBC cutoff change between CAP rounds?
Ans. Yes. OBC cutoffs typically decrease from Round 1 to Round 3. CAP Round 1 sees the highest closing percentile while Rounds 2 and 3 have progressively lower cutoffs as vacant seats are filled. Students who miss Round 1 may still get admission in later rounds.
Ques. Can OBC students participate in the Open category merit list during MHT CET CAP?
Ans. Yes. OBC students can compete for Open category seats on merit in addition to OBC reserved seats. If their percentile meets the Open category cutoff during any CAP round, they may be allotted a seat in the Open pool.
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