MHT CET 2025: What’s a Good Score? Marks vs Percentile Explained
Mumbai, May 2025 – As the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) 2025 concludes for PCM and PCB groups, thousands of aspirants are now asking: What is a good score in MHT CET 2025? Understanding the marks vs percentile relationship is key for candidates aiming for admission to top engineering and pharmacy colleges across Maharashtra.
What Is Considered a Good Score in MHT CET 2025?
In MHT CET, a “good score” depends on factors like competition, seat availability, branch preferences, and the type of institute. However, general benchmarks are:
| Score Range (Out of 200) | Expected Percentile | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 160 – 200 | 99.5 – 100 | Excellent (Top colleges, CS/IT) |
| 140 – 160 | 98 – 99.5 | Very Good (Core branches, Tier 1) |
| 120 – 140 | 95 – 98 | Good (Tier 2/3 branches) |
| 100 – 120 | 90 – 95 | Above Average |
| 80 – 100 | 85 – 90 | Moderate |
| Below 80 | Below 85 | Needs Improvement/Low Rank |
⚠️ These estimates vary each year depending on the exam’s difficulty and the number of candidates.
Marks vs Percentile in MHT CET 2025 (PCM Group – Expected)
Here’s a tentative marks-to-percentile conversion for the PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) group:
| Marks | Expected Percentile |
|---|---|
| 190+ | 99.9+ |
| 180–189 | 99.7 – 99.89 |
| 160–179 | 99.3 – 99.6 |
| 140–159 | 98.5 – 99.2 |
| 120–139 | 96 – 98.4 |
| 100–119 | 92 – 95.9 |
| 80–99 | 85 – 91.9 |
Top Colleges Through MHT CET and Their Cut-Off Percentiles (General Category – Open)
| College | Branch | Cut-off Percentile (Est.) |
| COEP Technological University, Pune | Computer Engineering | 99.8+ |
| VJTI, Mumbai | Computer Engineering | 99.6+ |
| ICT, Mumbai | Chemical Engineering | 99.3+ |
| PICT, Pune | Information Technology | 98.5+ |
| Sardar Patel Institute of Technology, Mumbai | Electronics & Telecom | 97+ |
What Is a Percentile in MHT CET?
The percentile score in MHT CET is not equal to percentage marks. It reflects relative performance, calculated using the formula:
This ensures fairness even if exams are conducted in multiple shifts with varying difficulty levels.
Key Tips for Students
A score of 150+ usually ensures admission into top government colleges for high-demand branches like Computer Science.
Focus on accuracy and speed during the exam to maximize scores.
Prepare thoroughly for JoSAA-equivalent state counselling (CAP rounds).
What’s Next?
Result Announcement: Expected in June 2025
Percentile Scores: Released with the result
Centralized Admission Process (CAP): Registration begins shortly after results
Conclusion
To summarize, a score above 150 in MHT CET 2025 is generally considered excellent, especially for the General (Open) category aiming for top engineering colleges in Maharashtra. However, final admission depends on your rank, preferences, and reservation category. Candidates should track the official website cetcell.mahacet.org for updates.
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