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MHT CET 2026 EWS Cutoff – Percentile Trends & Requirements

Maharashtra's 10% EWS reservation explained — percentile cutoff trends, eligibility criteria, and certificate requirements for MHT CET 2026.

Understanding EWS Reservation in MHT CET

MHT CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test) counselling, conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, follows the state's reservation framework which includes a 10% reservation for Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates — introduced in line with the central government's EWS reservation policy. This is separate from other reservation categories like SC, ST, OBC, VJ, NT, and SBC that are based on social/caste classification rather than economic criteria.

MHT CET Reservation Snapshot

CategoryBasis
Open / GeneralNo reservation; highest competition tier
EWS (Economically Weaker Section)10% reservation, based on income & asset criteria for open category candidates
OBC / VJ / NT / SBCSocial and educational backward class reservation, per Maharashtra rules
SC / STScheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe reservation

EWS Eligibility: Income and Asset Criteria

To be eligible for EWS reservation, a candidate's family must not be covered under any existing reservation scheme (SC/ST/OBC etc.) and must meet income and asset limits notified by the government — commonly cited as a gross annual family income below approximately ₹8 lakh, along with limits on agricultural land, residential property area, and other specified assets. These thresholds are set by government notification and can be revised, so candidates should always confirm the current criteria in the official MHT CET 2026 information brochure.

How EWS Percentile Cutoffs Typically Compare

Because EWS candidates draw from a large pool of open-category applicants who additionally meet income/asset criteria, EWS percentile cutoffs for a given college and branch are usually only modestly lower than the open category cutoff — the gap is generally much smaller than what's seen between open category and categories like SC/ST/OBC. For highly sought-after branches (Computer Science, IT) at top-tier colleges in Pune, Mumbai, and other major cities, EWS cutoffs can remain quite close to open category cutoffs due to high demand. For less competitive branches or colleges outside major cities, the relaxation tends to be somewhat more noticeable.

EWS Certificate Requirement

Candidates claiming EWS reservation must upload/produce a valid EWS certificate issued by a competent Maharashtra revenue authority (typically the Tahsildar), confirming they meet the specified income and asset criteria for the applicable financial year. This certificate is checked during document verification; an expired, incorrectly issued, or missing certificate can result in the candidate being considered only under the open/general category instead.

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Frequently Asked Questions – MHT CET 2026 EWS Cutoff

Common queries about MHT CET 2026 EWS category cutoffs

1
What is the EWS reservation percentage in MHT CET 2026?
As per Maharashtra state government rules (aligned with the central EWS reservation framework), Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates are entitled to a 10% reservation in MHT CET counselling seats, applicable to candidates from the open/general category who meet the specified income and asset criteria and do not fall under any other reservation category (SC/ST/OBC/VJ/NT/SBC, etc.).
2
How do MHT CET EWS percentile cutoffs compare to general category cutoffs?
EWS cutoffs are typically slightly lower (more accessible) than the open/general category cutoff for the same college and branch, since EWS candidates compete within their own reserved pool of seats rather than the full open category pool. However, because EWS eligibility itself requires meeting income and asset limits, the applicant pool tends to be large, so cutoffs for popular branches at top colleges under EWS can still be fairly competitive — generally closer to the general category cutoff than reserved categories like SC/ST, but with some relaxation.
3
What income and asset limits apply for MHT CET EWS reservation?
EWS eligibility criteria generally require the candidate's family gross annual income to be below the threshold specified by the government (commonly cited as around ₹8 lakh per annum, in line with the central EWS framework), along with specified limits on land holdings, residential property size, and other assets. These limits are subject to government notification, so candidates should verify the exact current criteria in the official MHT CET information brochure before applying under EWS.
4
What certificate is required to claim EWS reservation in MHT CET 2026?
Candidates must submit a valid EWS certificate issued by a competent authority in Maharashtra (typically Tahsildar or equivalent revenue officer), confirming that their family meets the income and asset criteria for the EWS category. This certificate typically needs to be current — issued within the specified financial year — and is verified during document verification as part of MHT CET counselling.
5
Can OBC or other reserved category candidates also claim EWS status in MHT CET?
No. EWS reservation is specifically meant for economically weaker candidates from categories not already covered under any other reservation (SC, ST, OBC, VJ, NT, SBC, etc.). A candidate already availing another category's reservation benefit cannot additionally claim EWS status — EWS is exclusively for the open/general category population that meets the income and asset criteria.
6
Where can I check the official MHT CET 2026 EWS cutoff list?
Official college-wise and branch-wise percentile cutoffs for each category, including EWS, are published by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra after each CAP (Centralized Admission Process) round on the official cetcell.mahacet.org portal. Always refer to this source for authentic, current-year cutoff figures rather than relying on general estimates.

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EWS income/asset limits and cutoff trends described here are general and indicative. Always verify current eligibility criteria and official cutoffs on cetcell.mahacet.org.