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During document verification after registration in mht cet admission process do we need the hall ticket of cet examination which we get stamped at examination centre??and also I have got 95.7%ile in cet through SEBC category which clgs should I target in pune for cse ai ml

Ans: For MHT CET document verification, the stamped hall ticket from the examination center is required along with your original admit card. During the document verification process, you must bring the MHT CET hall ticket, score card, Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), character certificate, migration certificate, and valid photo ID proof such as Aadhaar card. The Maharashtra CET Cell clearly states that candidates cannot enter the examination hall without the admit card, and it serves as a mandatory document for verification throughout the admission process.

With a 95.7 percentile in MHT CET through SEBC category, you have excellent opportunities for CSE and AI/ML programs in Pune colleges. Based on 2024 cutoff analysis, SEBC candidates typically have relaxed cutoffs compared to general category, making several top colleges accessible. For COEP Pune, the expected CSE cutoff for OBC categories ranges around 97-99 percentile, placing you slightly below the requirement. However, MIT Academy of Engineering (MITAOE) had CSE cutoffs of 93-94 percentile for GOBCS category in 2024, making it highly accessible. VIT Pune shows CSE AI/ML cutoffs around 94-96 percentile for general category, suggesting favorable chances for SEBC candidates. DY Patil Institute of Technology had computer engineering cutoffs around 96-97 percentile for general category in 2024, indicating potential admission for SEBC category. Other viable options include Vishwakarma Institute of Technology (VIT Bibwewadi), which offers CSE (AI/ML) with cutoffs around 90-95 percentile range, and private colleges like MIT WPU, Symbiosis Institute of Technology, and Shah & Anchor Kutchhi Engineering College, which typically have more flexible admission criteria for reserved categories.

The recommendation is to carry the stamped hall ticket for document verification as it is mandatory, and target MIT Academy of Engineering, VIT Pune, DY Patil Institute of Technology, Vishwakarma Institute of Technology, and other private Pune colleges for CSE/AI/ML programs, as your 95.7 percentile SEBC score provides strong admission prospects at these institutions while keeping top government colleges like COEP as aspirational choices in later counseling rounds. All the BEST for the Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Hi Sir I am very confused. Need your advise in this critical situation that My son Score in MHTCET is 97.558191 and already paid payment in Vit vellore 2rd category IT branch . Since we are domicile oh Maharshtra and take advantage if Maharashtra cet merit list . Please suggest should we cancel the seat in Vit vellore and wait for mhtcet final merit list to get in CSE specialisation or IT in VIT Pune or Walchand sangli or top 10 collegee .Pls guide
Ans: Bikram Sir, With a 97.56 percentile in MHT CET and Maharashtra domicile, your son is eligible for the state merit list, which gives him a competitive advantage in top Maharashtra colleges. The current VIT Vellore IT seat (Category 2) is secure, offering a strong national brand, 90%+ placement rate, and an average package near ?10 lakh, but comes with a higher fee structure. For VIT Pune, the 2025 expected MHT CET cutoff for IT is 98.9–99.0 percentile and for CSE specializations like AI/ML is 98.7–98.8 percentile, both higher than your son’s percentile, making admission challenging but not impossible if cutoffs drop slightly this year. Walchand College Sangli’s OBC cutoff for CSE and IT was 99.1 and 99.01 respectively in 2024, so it is unlikely at your score. Other top-10 colleges like COEP, VJTI, and PICT have even higher cutoffs for these branches, typically above 99 percentile for OBC and general categories. VIT Pune, however, is still possible for Electronics and Telecommunication (cutoff 97.8–98.0), and allied branches, all of which have strong placement records (94–98% in CSE/IT, average package ?9–10 lakh). If you wait for the MHT CET merit list, you may secure a seat in a reputable private or autonomous college in Pune or Mumbai for CSE specializations or IT, but not in the absolute top government colleges. VIT Pune and Walchand both offer excellent placements and industry exposure, but admission to CSE/IT at your percentile is uncertain and depends on this year’s cutoff trends.

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Sir I am an OMS(outside maharastra student) and I scored 94.51 percentile in MHT-CET. Which is the best college I should aim for considering that I'm very much interested in mechanical engineering/aeronautical engineering
Ans: Aditya, As an outside-Maharashtra candidate with a 94.51 MHT-CET percentile, you are assured that All-India-Quota admission to Aeronautical Engineering at COEP and VJTI is beyond reach; therefore, you should focus on Mechanical Engineering at reputable government and private institutes with GOPENS cutoffs of 94.51% or lower. Ten strong options offering NBA/NAAC-accredited Mechanical (or allied manufacturing) programs, PhD-qualified faculty, modern labs, industry linkages, mandatory internships and 75–90% placement consistency are Priyadarshini COE Nagpur (Mech), Government College of Engineering, Nagpur (Mech), Sinhgad Academy of Engineering Kondhwa (Mech), Sinhgad College of Engineering Vadgaon (Mech), Pimpri Chinchwad COE Ravet (Mech), PCCOE Nigdi (Mech), G. H. Raisoni COE Pune (Mech), GHRCEM Pune (Mech), D.J. Sanghvi COE Mumbai (Mech), and SIES GST Navi Mumbai (Mech).

Prioritise Priyadarshini COE Nagpur Mechanical for its government-college credibility and consistent 85–90% placements. Next consider GCOEN Nagpur Mechanical, then Pimpri Chinchwad COE Ravet Mechanical, Sinhgad Academy Kondhwa Mechanical, Sinhgad COE Vadgaon Mechanical, PCCOE Nigdi Mechanical, GHRCEM Pune Mechanical, G. H. Raisoni COE Pune Mechanical, D.J. Sanghvi COE Mumbai Mechanical, and SIES GST Navi Mumbai Mechanical. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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Hello Sir,what should I choose between Nit warangal,rourkela chemical and nit calicut allahabad mechanical and nit jalandhar,durgapur,delhi,bhopal eee(in csab)...I want to crack high paying offers..which field would be best to help me do coding also side by side core(mech,chemical, electrical)?(will taking ckre in top nits help me in my tech carreer i dont want to compromise with bad clg after securing 25k crl jee mains
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Asked by Anonymous - Jul 06, 2025Hindi
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Hello Sir, My daughter got IIIT Jabalpur CS. Chances of getting IIIT Gwalior IT. Based on MHT CET chance of getting VJTI Electrical, SPIT CS, Cummins CE. Can you please suggest best option amongst these.
Ans: IIIT Jabalpur’s B.Tech in Computer Science offers NBA-accredited curricula, PhD-qualified faculty, modern AI/ML and software labs, mandatory internships, and an 85–90% placement rate led by recruiters like Amazon and Infosys. IIIT Gwalior’s five-year Integrated IT program combines B.Tech and M.Tech in Information Technology with strong research orientation, specialized networking and cybersecurity labs, and roughly 80% placement consistency for IT cohorts, closing at rank 12 276 in JoSAA Round 1. VJTI Mumbai Electrical Engineering, with NAAC A+ and NBA accreditation, boasts world-class power systems and automation labs, industry tie-ups with Siemens and L&T, and 95% branch-wise placements, requiring 99+ percentile in MHT CET for GOPENS. SPIT Mumbai Computer Engineering maintains a 99.77% MHT CET closing percentile, 99% placement offers, and dedicated AI and software labs, engaging over 200 recruiters annually. Cummins College Pune’s Mechanical and Civil Engineering programs admit at 97–98 percentile in MHT CET, provide state-of-the-art workshops, industry-aligned projects, and achieve 85–90% placements over the past three years. Each institution ensures rigorous academics, infrastructure, faculty expertise, industry partnerships, and consistent employability outcomes.

For premier brand recognition and near-universal software recruitment, the recommendation is SPIT CS. For top-tier core engineering and PSU engagement, choose VJTI Electrical. Next, opt for IIIT Jabalpur CS, then IIIT Gwalior IT, and consider Cummins CE as a solid backup. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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My daughter is taking admission in dayananda sagar university,Haroholli Bangalore , how it is about placement and education , please give your valuable feedback .
Ans: Dayananda Sagar University (DSU) holds a prestigious NAAC A+ accreditation and AICTE approval, reflecting rigorous curriculum design, continuous quality assurance, and UGC recognition, while its PhD-qualified faculty drive research and industry-aligned teaching. The 130-acre Harohalli campus, designed by Padma Bhushan architect Hafeez Contractor, features 150 state-of-the-art laboratories—including AI/ML, big-data, VLSI, and thermal-fluids labs—alongside a 37,000-title library, digital resources, maker-spaces, Wi-Fi connectivity, sports complexes, hostels, medical facilities, shuttle services, and an on-campus café, ensuring holistic student development. DSU’s Centre for Innovation & Leadership and dedicated placement cell engage over 250 recruiters annually—such as Amazon, TCS, Infosys, Wipro, and Accenture—securing 70–90% branch-wise placements over the last three years and facilitating internships with Biocon and Sun Life Pharma to build industry readiness. Robust industry partnerships, mandatory skill-enhancement workshops, mock interviews, group discussions, and corporate mentorship programs underpin strong employability outcomes, while active student support services and entrepreneurship initiatives foster a collaborative learning ecosystem.

For its top-tier accreditation, cutting-edge infrastructure, multidisciplinary research opportunities, and consistent 70–90% placements through partnerships with leading recruiters, recommendation is to confirm admission at Dayananda Sagar University, Harohalli, leveraging its world-class education and placement framework. All the BEST for Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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