COEP Pune is expected to set MHT CET 2026 closing percentiles above 99.90 for CSE (Open category), around 99.85 to 99.90 for ENTC, and 99.70 to 99.75 for Mechanical Engineering, based on 2025 CAP trends.
College of Engineering Pune (COEP Technological University) consistently ranks among the most competitive government engineering colleges in Maharashtra. Undergraduate admissions are filled through CET Cell’s CAP rounds, and cutoffs are expressed as percentile scores out of 100 — not raw marks. CSE leads all branches at COEP, with Open category closing percentiles above 99.90 in recent cycles. ENTC and Mechanical follow close behind, and even the lower-demand branches require well above 99 percentile in the Open category.
- CSE Open expected cutoff: 99.93 to 99.95 percentile (based on 2025 CAP closing)
- ENTC Open expected cutoff: 99.85 to 99.90 percentile
- Mechanical Open expected cutoff: 99.70 to 99.75 percentile
- CAP Round 1 seat allotment at COEP Pune is expected in July 2026
- Reserved categories — SC, ST, OBC and EWS — have separate, lower closing percentiles for each branch
- Home University (Savitribai Phule Pune University) and Other University quotas carry different cutoffs
| Direct Link to MHT CET 2026 CAP Counselling Portal (Active) |
COEP Pune MHT CET 2026 Cutoff — Overview
COEP Technological University, Pune, admits students to B.Tech programs through the MHT CET CAP process. CET Cell, Maharashtra, conducts seat allotment across CAP Round 1, Round 2 and a final round. The closing percentile at the end of all rounds is the official cutoff. The table below summarises key details for the 2026 admission cycle.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| College | COEP Technological University, Pune |
| Admission Basis | MHT CET 2026 Percentile via CAP |
| Admission Authority | CET Cell, Maharashtra |
| Highest Cutoff Branch (Expected) | CSE — Open category above 99.90 percentile |
| Cutoff Format | Closing Percentile per Category, Round and Quota |
| CAP Round 1 (Expected) | July 2026 |
| Official Portal | cetcell.mahacet.org |
COEP Pune 2025 Closing Percentile — All Branches and Categories
The table below lists 2025 CAP closing percentiles for all major branches at COEP Pune across categories. These 2025 figures are the primary reference for predicting 2026 cutoffs. Minor shifts may occur based on MHT CET 2026 paper difficulty, total applicant count and any seat intake revisions approved for the 2026-27 cycle.
| Branch | Open | OBC | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSE | 99.93 | 99.88 | 99.55 | 98.80 | 99.90 |
| ENTC | 99.88 | 99.78 | 99.15 | 97.80 | 99.82 |
| Mechanical | 99.72 | 99.50 | 98.20 | 96.50 | 99.65 |
| Electrical | 99.60 | 99.30 | 97.80 | 95.80 | 99.52 |
| Civil | 99.45 | 99.10 | 97.50 | 95.00 | 99.38 |
| Production | 99.35 | 98.90 | 97.10 | 94.50 | 99.28 |
| Metallurgy and Materials Science | 99.10 | 98.60 | 96.80 | 93.80 | 99.00 |
COEP Pune CSE Expected Cutoff 2026
Computer Science and Engineering at COEP Pune carries the highest closing percentile of any branch. Demand for CSE seats at COEP has grown steadily, and the Open category cutoff has remained above 99.90 for several consecutive years. Students aiming for CSE at COEP need to be in the very top percentile band of MHT CET scorers. The table below gives the 2025 closing percentile alongside the 2026 expected range for each category.
| Category | 2025 Closing Percentile | 2026 Expected Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Open | 99.93 | 99.93 – 99.95 |
| OBC | 99.88 | 99.87 – 99.90 |
| SC | 99.55 | 99.55 – 99.65 |
| ST | 98.80 | 98.80 – 99.00 |
| EWS | 99.90 | 99.90 – 99.93 |
| PWD (Open) | 97.50 | 97.50 – 98.00 |
COEP Pune ENTC Expected Cutoff 2026
Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering (ENTC) is the second most competitive branch at COEP Pune. The Open category expected cutoff for ENTC in 2026 is between 99.85 and 99.90 percentile. ENTC draws a large pool of students who narrowly miss the CSE cutoff, which keeps demand and closing percentiles very high across all rounds.
| Category | 2025 Closing Percentile | 2026 Expected Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Open | 99.88 | 99.85 – 99.90 |
| OBC | 99.78 | 99.75 – 99.80 |
| SC | 99.15 | 99.10 – 99.25 |
| ST | 97.80 | 97.80 – 98.00 |
| EWS | 99.82 | 99.80 – 99.85 |
| PWD (Open) | 96.80 | 96.50 – 97.00 |
COEP Pune Mechanical Engineering Expected Cutoff 2026
Mechanical Engineering at COEP Pune attracts students targeting core engineering and public sector roles. The expected Open category cutoff for Mechanical at COEP Pune in 2026 is 99.70 to 99.75 percentile. While this is lower than CSE and ENTC, it still reflects intense competition — only the top 0.25 to 0.30 percent of test-takers qualify in the Open category.
| Category | 2025 Closing Percentile | 2026 Expected Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Open | 99.72 | 99.70 – 99.75 |
| OBC | 99.50 | 99.45 – 99.55 |
| SC | 98.20 | 98.00 – 98.30 |
| ST | 96.50 | 96.30 – 96.70 |
| EWS | 99.65 | 99.60 – 99.68 |
| PWD (Open) | 95.50 | 95.00 – 95.80 |
Factors Affecting COEP Pune MHT CET 2026 Cutoff
COEP Pune cutoff percentiles shift slightly from year to year based on several variables. Knowing these factors helps you set realistic targets before CAP Round 1 opens.
- MHT CET 2026 paper difficulty — A harder paper compresses scores at the top end of the distribution, which can slightly lower or hold steady the closing percentile at COEP.
- Total applicants — Higher participation in MHT CET 2026 creates more competition for the same seats, pushing cutoffs upward across branches.
- Seat intake changes — Any AICTE-approved increase in CSE or ENTC seats at COEP directly lowers the closing percentile for that branch.
- CAP round upgrades — Students who accept a seat in Round 1 but upgrade in Round 2 vacate and re-fill seats, shifting final closing percentiles.
- Home University vs. Other University quota — COEP allocates a share of seats to Savitribai Phule Pune University (home) students; these quotas carry different cutoffs from the state-level pool.
- Category-wise applicant distribution — A larger pool of SC or OBC applicants competing for fixed reserved seats raises cutoffs in those categories independently of the Open category trend.
COEP Pune MHT CET 2026 Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected MHT CET 2026 cutoff for CSE at COEP Pune?
Ans. Based on 2025 CAP closing data, the expected MHT CET 2026 cutoff for CSE at COEP Pune is 99.93 to 99.95 percentile for the Open category. SC students can expect a cutoff around 99.55 to 99.65 and ST students around 98.80 to 99.00 percentile. These are predictions based on previous-year trends.
Ques. What percentile is required for ENTC at COEP Pune in 2026?
Ans. You need an estimated 99.85 to 99.90 percentile in MHT CET 2026 for ENTC at COEP Pune under the Open category. OBC students are expected to need around 99.75 to 99.80 percentile, based on 2025 closing data from CET Cell Maharashtra.
Ques. Is 99.70 percentile enough for Mechanical Engineering at COEP Pune?
Ans. A percentile of 99.70 to 99.75 is expected to be competitive for Mechanical Engineering at COEP Pune in the Open category in 2026. SC and ST students require lower percentiles — around 98.00 to 98.30 and 96.30 to 96.70 respectively. Actual cutoffs will be confirmed after CAP Round 1 allotment.
Ques. When will COEP Pune MHT CET 2026 official cutoffs be released?
Ans. Official COEP Pune cutoff percentiles for 2026 will be published by CET Cell Maharashtra after each CAP round, expected between July and August 2026. You can check round-wise closing percentile data on cetcell.mahacet.org after seat allotment for each round.
Ques. Which branch at COEP Pune has the lowest cutoff percentile?
Ans. Among the main branches at COEP Pune, Metallurgy and Materials Science typically has the lowest closing percentile. Based on 2025 data, the Open category closing percentile for Metallurgy was around 99.10, compared to 99.93 for CSE. Even so, this is still a very high threshold relative to most other Maharashtra colleges.
Ques. How does the Home University quota affect COEP Pune cutoffs?
Ans. COEP Pune reserves a portion of seats for students from Savitribai Phule Pune University (Home University quota). Cutoffs in this sub-quota can differ from the state-level Other University pool. If you studied under a different home university, you compete in the Other University quota and should expect comparable or slightly different closing percentiles depending on applicant numbers in each pool.
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