ST category students who scored 70 percentile and above in MAH MBA CET 2026 are expected to secure seats in government and aided MBA colleges in Maharashtra, based on 2025 CAP Round merit list trends.
The Maharashtra CET Cell releases a separate ST category merit list after each CAP round. ST students compete among themselves for the 7.5% seats reserved under the Scheduled Tribe quota across participating MBA and MMS colleges. With CAP 2026 rounds expected to begin in late June 2026, you can use the 2025 closing percentiles below to estimate your college options.
- ST category reservation in Maharashtra MBA/MMS: 7.5% of total intake at each participating institute.
- Expected ST closing percentile at JBIMS Mumbai (CAP Round 1): 95–97 percentile, based on 2025 data.
- Students with 80–90 percentile (ST) can target top Pune and Mumbai management institutes such as SIMSREE and PUMBA.
- ST students with 50–70 percentile remain eligible for state government and unaided MBA colleges across Maharashtra.
- The ST merit list is separate from the open category list; ST students compete only within the ST quota seats.
| Direct Link – MAH MBA CET 2026 CAP Round Merit List and Cutoff (UPCOMING) – cetcell.mahacet.org |
MAH MBA CET 2026 ST Category Cutoff: Overview
The MAH MBA CET cutoff for ST category is the minimum percentile a Scheduled Tribe student must score to receive a seat in a specific college through the CAP process. The CET Cell publishes the ST merit list at the end of each CAP round — Round 1, Round 2, and Round 3 — with the closing percentile generally declining slightly between rounds as unfilled seats are re-allotted.
The 2026 ST cutoff has not been officially declared; CAP rounds are expected from late June 2026. All expected cutoffs in this article are based on 2025 CAP Round trends and are labelled accordingly.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam | MAH MBA CET 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Maharashtra State CET Cell |
| Cutoff Type | Percentile (CAP category merit list) |
| ST Reservation | 7.5% of total seats at each CAP institute |
| CAP Rounds | Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 (ARC) |
| Expected CAP Round 1 | Late June 2026 |
| Official Portal | cetcell.mahacet.org |
MAH MBA CET 2025 ST Category Cutoff: CAP Round-wise Trends
The table below captures the 2025 CAP Round closing percentile ranges for ST category students across top and mid-tier colleges. These figures are the most reliable guide for ST students planning their 2026 college preferences.
| CAP Round | ST Closing Percentile – Top Colleges | ST Closing Percentile – Mid-tier Colleges |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | 90–97 percentile | 65–80 percentile |
| Round 2 | 88–95 percentile | 55–75 percentile |
| Round 3 / ARC | 84–93 percentile | 40–65 percentile |
Students who miss out on a preferred college in Round 1 can still secure a seat in Round 2 or the ARC round. ST students should participate in every round and update their college preferences as needed.
MAH MBA CET 2026 Expected ST Category Cutoff: College-wise
The expected ST category closing percentile for MAH MBA CET 2026 at key Maharashtra MBA colleges is listed below, based on 2025 CAP Round 1 data. All figures are expected; official cutoffs will be available on the CET Cell portal after each CAP round.
| College | City | Expected ST Cutoff – CAP Round 1 (Percentile) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS) | Mumbai | 95–97 |
| Sydenham Institute of Management Studies, Research and Entrepreneurship Education (SIMSREE) | Mumbai | 90–93 |
| Department of Management Sciences, SPPU (PUMBA) | Pune | 87–91 |
| K.J. Somaiya Institute of Management | Mumbai | 82–87 |
| Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research | Mumbai | 80–85 |
| MET Institute of Management | Mumbai | 75–80 |
| Indira Institute of Management (IIMP) | Pune | 68–74 |
| Chetana’s Institute of Management and Research | Mumbai | 65–72 |
| Bharati Vidyapeeth IMED | Pune | 58–66 |
| Vishwakarma Institute of Management (VIM) | Pune | 50–60 |
| Government and Aided MBA Colleges (other Maharashtra cities) | Various | 35–52 |
Fill as many college preferences as possible during the CAP choice-filling window. ST students who limit their preferences risk losing seats even with a competitive percentile.
Factors Affecting MAH MBA CET ST Category Cutoff
The ST category cutoff in MAH MBA CET CAP shifts from year to year. The following factors determine how high or low it falls in 2026.
- Number of ST applicants: More ST students sitting the exam means higher competition and higher closing percentiles in top colleges.
- Exam difficulty: A tougher paper lowers raw scores across the board, which can moderate percentile cutoffs for all categories including ST.
- Total ST quota seats: Any increase in seat intake at participating institutes expands the ST quota pool, which can bring the closing percentile down.
- Small ST intake at premium colleges: Colleges like JBIMS have very few ST seats. Even one additional ST applicant at that score range can shift the closing percentile noticeably.
- Round-by-round cascade: Unfilled ST seats from Round 1 move to Round 2 and Round 3, lowering the effective cutoff for those rounds.
- Choice-filling strategy: ST students who fill fewer preferences miss out on seats that could have been theirs. Always fill all available preferences from the most preferred to the least preferred college.
MAH MBA CET 2026 ST Category Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected MAH MBA CET 2026 cutoff percentile for ST category at JBIMS?
Ans. Based on 2025 CAP Round 1 data, the expected ST category closing percentile at JBIMS Mumbai is 95–97 percentile. This is an expected figure; the official cutoff will be confirmed on the CET Cell portal after CAP Round 1 results are published.
Ques. Is the ST category cutoff in MAH MBA CET lower than the open category cutoff?
Ans. Yes. ST students are placed on a separate merit list and compete only for the 7.5% seats reserved under the ST quota at each college. The closing percentile for ST is generally lower than the open (general) category at the same college.
Ques. What percentile is good for ST category in MAH MBA CET 2026?
Ans. A percentile of 85 and above is considered good for ST category students and gives access to top colleges like SIMSREE, PUMBA, and K.J. Somaiya. A percentile of 70–84 opens mid-tier Pune and Mumbai institutes, while 50–70 percentile remains competitive for smaller government MBA colleges.
Ques. Will the ST category cutoff change across CAP rounds?
Ans. Yes. The closing percentile typically falls from CAP Round 1 to Round 3 as unfilled ST quota seats are carried forward and allotted to students with lower percentiles. ST students who do not get a seat in Round 1 should participate in all subsequent rounds.
Ques. Where can I check the official MAH MBA CET 2026 ST category merit list?
Ans. The official ST category merit list for MAH MBA CET 2026 will be published on the Maharashtra CET Cell portal at cetcell.mahacet.org after each CAP round. Log in with your CET 2026 application number and date of birth to check your rank and allotment.
Ques. Can an ST student in MAH MBA CET also get a seat from the open category?
Ans. Yes. ST students are eligible for both the ST category quota and the open category. If your percentile meets the open category closing cutoff for a college you have listed, the CET Cell may allot you a seat from the open pool — whichever is more beneficial based on your preference order.
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