Maharashtra BTech Admissions 2024 - Dates, Application Form, Merit List, Counselling, Seat Allotment

Maharashtra BTech Admission 2024 -  Candidates participating in the Maharashtra BTech admission are required to report to the allotted institute and pay the requisite fees from September 6 to 9, 2024. Apart from first-year engineering admission 2024 Maharashtra in BTech, DTE conducts the admission process for second-year BTech courses via the lateral entry method. The detailed Maharashtra BTech counselling dates for 2024 can be found on this page. Engineering is one of the popular education disciplines in Maharashtra, and lakhs of students compete for BTech admissions every year. All the details pertaining to Maharashtra BTech admission 2024 such as admission/ counselling dates, eligibility criteria, selection process, and application procedure are here.

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Maharashtra BTech Admission 2024: Important Dates

State Common Entrance Test of Maharashtra has released the official B.Tech admissions information brochure. Given below are the dates for Maharashtra B.Tech admissions 2024:

Maharashtra B. Tech Counselling Dates 2024

Maharashtra B. Tech Admission Eligibility Criteria 2024

DTE Maharashtra grants B.Tech admission to candidates with Maharashtra candidature, All India Candidature, NRI/ OC/ PIO candidates. The detailed MHT CET eligibility criteria 2024 for all candidates can be checked below.

Maharashtra BTech Admission 2024: Reservation Policy

As per the reservation policy of MHT CET 2024, 50% of engineering seats in Maharashtra are reserved for Backward or Reserved Categories. The distribution of B Tech seats for reserved categories in Maharashtra is given below:

Documents Required for the Maharashtra BTech Admissions 2024

To fill out the application form for engineering admission in Maharashtra 2024, certain documents are required . At the time of verification, the documents need to be provided in the following size and format as prescribed by the authorities:

Note: All the documents required for engineering admission in Maharashtra 2024 should be uploaded as per the specified format and dimensions only.

Maharashtra BTech Admission 2024: Application Form

The registration process for the MHT CET is done via online mode. The application portal for the Maharashtra BTech admissions 2024 can be expected to open from the First Week to the Third Week of March 2024. Candidates can follow the steps given below to fill out the MHT CET application form 2024 .

Step 1: Candidates must register for the MHT CET by providing personal, academic, educational, bank, and other information.  After completing the registration process, a password will be generated for future logins. Candidates may register using Aadhaar, in which case their information would be auto-fetched, or non-Aadhaar, in which case they would have to fill in their information.

Step 2: Candidates had to log in via log-in ID and password generated and fill out the MHT CET application form 2024

Step 3: Candidates must upload a recent photograph and signature as per the specification

Step 4: After submitting the required documents, candidates can use the Online Payment option to pay the application fee for their category.

Step 5: Take a printout of the confirmation page after submitting the MHT CET application form 2024

Application Fee

The MHT CET 2024 application fee can be paid via online mode through net banking, credit card, debit card, mobile wallets, etc. Candidates should pay the application fee as per the category. The online registration fees vary as per the candidate's category and are as follows-

Maharashtra BTech Admissions 2024 Exam Pattern

Information such as the duration of the MHT CET exam, mode, type of questions asked, marking scheme amongst others are included in the exam pattern of MHT CET 2024. The candidates must be aware of the MHT CET exam pattern 2024 to prepare well for the exam. The detailed MHT CET exam pattern 2024 has been provided below.

MHT CET 2024 Exam Pattern

Maharashtra BTech Admissions 2024 Syllabus

It is of utmost importance for the candidates to be aware of what the MHT CET syllabus comprises before beginning the preparations as they will come to know the topics and units to be covered and studied for the MHT CET entrance examination. MHT CET 2024 syllabus comprises the topics from the subjects of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as prescribed by the State Common Entrance Test Cell of Maharashtra.

The questions asked in the MHT CET entrance exam are as per the prescribed MHT CET syllabus for Physics, Maths and Chemistry matching the Class 12 syllabus for these subjects.

MHT CET Syllabus 2024

MHT CET Mock Test 2024

MHT CET mock tests are released by the conducting authority via the official website. Candidates will be able to access the MHT CET mock test without requiring any login credentials. The MHT CET mock test is a replica of the MHT CET entrance exam and the candidates will be able to practice accordingly. A countdown timer is employed and once the time is over, the mock test will automatically come to an end. Using the MHT CET mock test , the candidates can get familiar with the MHT CET exam pattern 2024.

Maharashtra B.Tech Admission Exam Admit Card 2024

Candidates who successfully apply for the MHT CET entrance exam will be able to access the MHT CET 2024 admit card via online mode by making use of their MHT CET 2024 application number and password. The Maharashtra B.Tech Admission admit card comprises information such as exam centre details, name of the candidate, hall ticket number, exam timing etc. After downloading the admit card of MHT CET, it is necessary for the candidates to ensure that all the details furnished on it are accurate.

The MHT CET 2024 admit card is a crucial identity document and must be carried to the MHT CET exam hall. Candidates who fail to carry the MHT CET admit card to the MHT CET exam centre will not be permitted to appear for the MHT CET entrance exam.

Entrance Exams Accepted by Maharashtra Engineering Colleges

Engineering colleges in Maharashtra accept different entrance exam scores for B.Tech admissions. The list of entrance exams accepted by Maharashtra Engineering Admission 2024 can be checked below-

• MHT CET

• JEE Main

• SET (Symbiosis Entrance Test)*

* Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) is conducted at Symbiosis International Deemed University for admission in different courses including B.Tech. Students aspiring to secure admission to Symbiosis can appear for SET.

Students with a valid MHT CET score are eligible to register for Maharashtra Engineering admission 2024 under the state quota.

Maharashtra Engineering (BE/ B Tech) Admission Procedure 2024

The Maharashtra B.E/ B.Tech admission procedure begins with the preparation of the merit list for different categories. Some of the important stages involved in the B.Tech admission procedure of Maharashtra are elaborated below.

Preparation of Merit List: The preparation of the Maharashtra Engineering admission 2024 merit list involves:

Assignment of Merit Number: All the eligible candidates who registered for the Common Admission Process (CAP) will be assigned a merit number by the admission authority. The merit number is issued based on the candidate’s performance in entrance exams such as MHT CET. In case of a tie, the merit issue of the candidate will be resolved as per the methodology specified below. The preference is given for

• Higher marks in Mathematics in MHT CET

• Higher marks in Physics in MHT CET

• A higher percentage of marks in qualifying or board exams

• A higher percentage of marks secured in Mathematics in Class 12 exams

• A higher percentage of marks secured in Physics in Class 12 exams

• Overall marks scored in HSC (higher marks will be given preference)

Change of Marks due to Verification: If the marks scored by candidates in the qualifying exam are changed after the re-verification or re-evaluation process, the admission authority will make changes in the merit number before the publication of the final merit list. However, it is the responsibility of the applicants to inform the competent authority if there are changes in marks of qualifying exams.

All the candidates who feature in the Maharashtra B.E/ B.Tech admission merit list are eligible for the Centralised Counselling Process (CAP), which is the next stage of the admission process. Let us look at Maharashtra CAP for B.Tech courses in brief.

Maharashtra BTech Admissions 2024 Counselling Process

All the government and private engineering colleges across Maharashtra take part in the Centralized Admission Process for B Tech admissions. The B.Tech counselling process begins with the display of the merit list, and all the candidates who feature in the merit list can proceed with the counselling and seat allotment process.

The B Tech counselling process of Maharashtra involves different stages, and all those details can be checked below –

Submission of Online Application Form for Maharashtra CAP - B Tech:

All aspiring candidates with a valid MHT CET score can fill out the online application form for B Tech admission in Maharashtra through the official website of DTE Maharashtra. If the candidates have a valid MHT CET, it is not necessary to register on the official website for counselling. The candidates can log in with the MHT CET login credentials to register for CAP.

Applicants with a valid JEE Main score must register on the official website and generate login credentials to submit the online application form for CAP.

Payment of CAP Fee or Counselling Fee: After the successful submission of the online application form, the candidates must pay the CAP fee or counselling fee. The counselling fee details for all categories can be checked below.

Candidates can also visit the Facilitation Centres to submit the online application form, upload relevant documents, and pay a counselling fee. It is mandatory to take the printout of the application form after counselling fee payment.

Online Document Verification

After submitting the online application form for Maharashtra CAP, the online document verification will be carried out. The candidates are not required to visit the Helpline Centre.

Display of Provisional & Final Merit List

DTE Maharashtra will display the provisional merit list of the candidates on its official website. The merit list just gives information on the relative position of the candidate. Candidates on the merit list may or may not get admission, as the seat allocation process is completely based on the order of merit. The admission authority gives a merit number to the candidates. Candidates can raise objections on the provisional merit list (If any).

After sorting out issues, objections, and discrepancies in the provisional merit list, DTE Maharashtra will release the final merit list for B.Tech admissions. The seat allotment process follows next.

Documents Required For Engineering Admission in Maharashtra 2024

The applicants are required to carry the following documents required for engineering admission in Maharashtra 2024 (original and xerox) to Facilitation Centres-

• Transfer Certificate (TC)or School Leaving Certificate

• HSC or Class 12 Mark Sheet or Pass Certificate

• SSC or Class 12 Mark Sheet or Pass Certificate

• MHT CET Score Card or JEE Main Score Card/ Rank Card

• Domicile Certificate (If Necessary)

• Category Certificate (Only for Reserved Categories)

• Physical Disability Certificate (Only for PH Category)

• Income Certificate (Only for Students Applying under the Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme)

Maharashtra BTech Admissions 2024: Seat Allotment

For Maharashtra Engineering admission 2024, the seat allotment is done after the completion of the MHT CET Counselling 2024, and it takes place in three rounds. Given below is the detailed seat allotment process:

Filling and Confirmation of Online Option: After the release of the final merit list, all the eligible candidates will be allowed to fill online option form on the official website. DTE will release the list of colleges, B.Tech courses, and seats on the website, and the candidates are allowed to choose a maximum number of options to improve their chances of admission. The candidates can fill in a maximum of 300 choices. After choice filling, the candidates must confirm the option entry form. Once confirmed, the candidates cannot edit the same.

Display of Provisional Allotment and Final Allotment: Based on the preferences filled by the candidates, MHT CET merit/ Order, or Merit/ Previous Academic Record, the admission authority will release a provisional allotment list to give candidates an idea of their allotment. Within a couple of days, the admission authority will issue the final MHT CET seat allotment 2024 , and the candidates who secure admission must report to the Reporting Centre to confirm the admission.

CAP Round I, Round II, and Round III: DTE Maharashtra conducts three rounds of CAP, and the process for all the rounds is the same as mentioned above.

Accepting or Rejecting the Allotment: If the candidates are allotted a seat in a college as per their first preference in the option entry form, they will have to report to the Reporting Centre and confirm the admission. These candidates are not allowed to take part in subsequent rounds of CAP.

On the other hand, if the candidates are not allotted seats as per their first preference, they will have a chance to accept or reject the allotment. If they wish to reject the allotment, they can choose to take part in subsequent rounds of the admission process.

Reporting to Institute: After confirming the admission through RC, the candidates must report to the respective engineering college with all the required documents. The college will upload the admission details of the candidates on the server. The admission process is completed with the fee payment.

Maharashtra BTech Admissions 2024: Top BTech Colleges in Maharashtra

Around 374 engineering colleges participate in Maharashtra CAP for B.Tech courses. There are close to 1,30,356 engineering seats available in all the engineering colleges across the state that take part in CAP. These colleges accept MHT CET scores or JEE Mains scores for B. Tech admissions. Here is the list of some of the top engineering colleges in Maharashtra along with intake capacity.

Similar to MHT CET, UPSEE exam is conducted in Uttar Pradesh for some government engineering colleges. Candidates having a good grasp of the UP Board Class 12 Syllabus can crack this exam. For the list of other engineering colleges in Maharashtra, click on the link below -

B Tech Colleges in Maharashtra, Location and Fee Structure

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Maharashtra BTech Admissions 2024 Contact Details:

Candidates having any query related to the Maharashtra 2024 BTech admissions can contact the conducting authority through the below-mentioned details

Address: State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra

8th Floor, New Excelsior Building,

A. K. Nayak Marg, Fort

Mumbai- 400 001.

Contact no.: 022 – 22016153/57/ 59

E-Mail address: maharashtra.cetcell@gmail.com

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