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Indian Express
2 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Engineering aspirants can now apply through state CET cell for admission under institutional quota
Engineering aspirants seeking admission under the 20% institutional quota in Maharashtra can now apply through the Common Admission Process (CAP) conducted by the state CET Cell. While colleges will retain the right to issue their own merit lists, this new option aims to give students an alternative to apply if direct applications to colleges is not possible due to any reason. With MHT-CET results out, engineering admissions in Maharashtra are expected to start soon. The Higher and Technical Education Department announced revised rules on Friday. The government has already declared clear eligibility criteria for NRI candidates—who will occupy 5% of institutional quota seats. Additionally, colleges are already informed about fee-related guidelines for these seats. They charge up to three times the regular fees for management quota seats and five times more for NRI quota seats. All this streamlining is expected to bring greater transparency to engineering admissions, including those under institutional quota. The notification declaring amendment to the Maharashtra Unaided Private Professional Educational Institutions (Regulation of Admission to the Full Time Professional Undergraduate, Post Graduate, Integrated or Dual Degree Technical Courses) states, 'in case candidate is unable to submit the application directly to the institution concerned for any reason, the candidate shall have the opportunity to apply through the website of the Competent Authority till the date of allotment of final CAP Round. These applications will be forwarded to the respective institutions after the allotment process of CAP Round-IV. The concerned institution shall consider such applications while preparing the Inter-Se-Merit.' Traditionally, 80% of engineering seats are filled through CAP, with the remaining 20% filled by colleges under the institutional quota. As per information shared by the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), while this process remains unchanged, students now have the CAP portal as an optional route for institutional quota applications. Director of DTE, Vinod Mohitkar, said, 'There is absolutely no intrusion on admissions done at the institutional level. We are only providing an optional platform for students to apply for those seats. This is only because we would receive random complaints from students that certain institutes are not taking their application of admission under institutional quota. In such cases they will have another option to apply. These applications will be sent to colleges to consider while declaring merit list.' Another significant change is the introduction of a fourth CAP round, as opposed to established practice of three CAP rounds. This is expected to allow students one additional chance to secure admission through CAP before the institutional round begins. Furthermore, there will be stricter rules for admission confirmation. Previously, confirmation was only mandatory if candidates were allotted their first-choice college. Now, in Round 2, confirmation is required if the allotted college is among the top three choices, and in Round 3, if it is among the top six.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Science
- Hindustan Times
MHT-CET sees record attendance in 2025 as more students opt for engineering
The number of students appearing for the Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (MHT-CET) has touched a new high this year, with over 7 lakh candidates taking the exam—marking a clear rise in the popularity of engineering and related professional courses due to higher employment opportunities. This is the first time in four years that student participation in the entrance test has not only crossed the 7-lakh mark in terms of registration but also in attendance, pointing to a renewed enthusiasm for engineering, pharmacy, and agriculture courses across the state. The State CET Cell, which conducts the exam, recorded 765,335 registrations in 2025, of which 705,600 students appeared—a significant jump from 675,445 appearances last year and 591,135 in 2023. Experts attribute the surge to multiple factors: the steady rise in demand for courses in computer science, artificial intelligence, and data science, the widening scope of core engineering branches, and improved accessibility for students in smaller towns. 'The engineering field is expanding—not just in new-age streams like AI and data analytics, but even in traditional areas like mechanical and civil, where industry applications are evolving. The growing number of seats in modern courses and rising student interest are closely linked,' said professor DN Sonawane, registrar, COEP Technological University. The physics-chemistry-mathematics (PCM) group alone saw 464,263 registrations and 422,863 students appearing for the exam. The physics-chemistry-biology (PCB) group followed with 301,072 registrations and 282,737 students appearing. 'The MHT-CET still holds relevance despite fluctuations in job markets and some engineering seats going vacant each year. Students are hopeful, especially as the scope of engineering is shifting and integrating with interdisciplinary fields,' said professor Vidyadhar Soman, a senior educationist. For many students, CET remains the gateway to a future shaped by technology and innovation. 'I chose CET because I want to study computer engineering with a focus on AI. This year's competition was intense, but it was also motivating. Engineering today is no longer just about traditional jobs—there's opportunity in startups, research, and emerging tech fields,' said Sneha Shetty, a Class 12 student from Pune. The trend is also driven by changing parental outlooks. Meenakshi Kalantri, whose son appeared for the exam, said, 'We encouraged him to go for CET because fields like computer science and AI are shaping the future. It's heartening to see more students from smaller towns aiming for professional courses that were once beyond reach. Education still holds power to change lives.' The MHT-CET's popularity—especially for engineering—comes despite concerns over vacant seats in recent years. Experts believe the shift reflects growing awareness among students and parents about the changing nature of engineering careers, and how professional degrees, especially in tech-related streams, remain relevant in a fast-evolving job market.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Science
- Hindustan Times
MHT CET 2025 Toppers: 14 candidates secure 100 percentile in the PCB group
MHT CET Result 2025: Fourteen students have secured perfect 100 percentile marks in the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test or MHT CET 2025 in the Physics, Chemistry and Biology or PCB group, the result of which was declared yesterday, June 17. Also Read: 3 city girls score 100 percentile in MHT-CET for sciences Overall, 3,01,072 students registered for the entrance test in the PCB group, of whom 2,82,734 appeared. The attendance was registered at 93.91 per cent. The exam for the PCB group was held from April 9 to April 17. The examination was conducted at 172 centres within Maharashtra and nine examination centres outside the state. HARI SHRINIVAS AMBARKAR SHREYA PRASAD YADAV ANSHIKA BHAVESH SHAH ATHARV SHIRISH HAWAL BADHE SIDDHI MANJABAPU VINIT VIJAYKUMAR BOTULE OM ARUN AHER VAISHNAVI SIDDHESHWAR LENGARE APURVA PRASHANT KAPADE KHANDERAJ BALIRAM WARKAD BHAKTI MANISH MEN KURUDE AADINATH MADHAVRAO YADAV ARYA GIRISH TRISHA RATNESH SAWANT MHT CET result for the PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) group was announced on June 16. A total of 22 students got 100 percentile marks in that group. Also read: MHT CET Results 2025: 22 students from Maharashtra score 100 percentile, number lower than last year Candidates who have yet to check their results can visit the official website, and check their scores. 4,64,263 candidates registered for the PCM group and 4,22,863 appeared for the examination. CET cell conducted the exam from April19 to May 5 in 28 different sessions. What's next for candidates? Next, the qualified candidates need to apply for the counselling process. The detailed schedule, rules and other details are expected to be shared soon. They are advised to visit the official website of the CET Cell for updates.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
3 city girls score 100 percentile in MHT-CET for sciences
Pune: Fourteen students from the state have scored a perfect 100 percentile in the Maharashtra Technical Common Entrance Test (MHT-CET) for pharmacy and agriculture undergraduate courses, whose results were declared on Tuesday. According to the list released by the CET cell, city girls have secured top ranks. Shreya Yadav, Siddhi Manjabapu Badhe and Snehal Nivrutti Diwate are among the 14 students who have scored 100 percentile. The next step for successful students is the counselling process likely to start in late June. There will be three rounds of counselling, where students will get seats based on their choices, category, and marks they obtained. Many CET toppers also performed exceptionally well in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and wish to pursue medicine. Anshika Shah of Mumbai has decided to pursue medical education despite securing 100 percentile in CET. Her interest in pursuing medicine stems from her aunt and uncle who are in the medical field. The MHT-CET exam for the physics, chemistry, and biology (PCB) group examination was held from April 22 to 30. Of the 301,072 registered students, 282,734 took the test. This year, the number of meritorious students scoring between 90 to 100 percentile has decreased by 1,390 compared to last year. The 100 percentile, which was achieved by 17 students last year, has been reduced to 14 this year. The number of students scoring 80 to 89.99 has also decreased by 1,451 students. In addition to the CET results, the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) has also released the schedule for its recruitment exams for 2023, which is expected to attract thousands of government job aspirants across the state.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
14 students from state score 100 percentile in MHT-CET for Sciences
Mumbai: Fourteen students from the state have scored a perfect 100 percentile in the Maharashtra Technical Common Entrance Test (MHT-CET) for pharmacy and agriculture undergraduate courses, whose results were declared on Tuesday. Many CET toppers also performed exceptionally well in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and wish to pursue medicine. Anshika Shah, a Charni Road resident, has decided to pursue medical education despite securing 100 percentile in CET. Her interest in pursuing medicine stems from her aunt and uncle who are in the medical field. Trisha Sawant from Mulund, who scored 100 percentile in CET and All India Rank (AIR) 3309, wants to pursue a medical degree. She is the daughter of an engineer working in a private firm and her interest in Biology inspires her to become a doctor. 'I studied for the NEET examination, which helped me crack CET easily. I used to study as per the instructions of my teachers, which helped me to achieve this success,' she added. Apurva Kapade, a Nerul resident, who succeeded in NEET as well as JEE Advanced, said 100 percentile has boosted her confidence. He was a student of Ryan International school till class 10 and further studied in a private coaching centre for both national-level examinations. 'I like biology so I am choosing medical education as my career,' said Kapade. Another student from Mumbai, Arya Yadav, has also scored 100 percentile. The MHT-CET exam for the Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) group examination was held from April 22 to 30. Of the 3,01,072 registered students, 2,82,734 took the test. This year, the number of meritorious students scoring between 90 to 100 percentile has decreased by 1,390 compared to last year. The 100 percentile, which was achieved by 17 students last year, has been reduced to 14 this year. The number of students scoring 80 to 89.99 has also decreased by 1,451 students.
