Pune Institute of Computer Technology (PICT), Pune, offers B.Tech, B.Tech (Lateral), and M.Tech programs across 13 programs in the Engineering discipline. Admission to B.Tech is based on MHT-CET or JEE Main scores, followed by CAP (Centralised Admission Process) counselling. Admission to M.Tech is based on GATE scores, followed by CAP counselling. PICT admission is expected to start in June – July 2026.

Of the total seats, 80% are filled through CAP counselling and 20% through institute-level admissions. The B.Tech total fees are INR 4.82 Lakhs with a seat intake of 780. The MHT-CET 2025 closing percentile for the General Open category ranged from 99.13 to 99.71, and the Maharashtra JEE Main 2025 closing rank for the General category ranged from 693 to 2,224.

PICT Admission Dates 2026

The tables below list all key dates for MHT-CET, JEE Main, MAH CAP Counselling, and GATE for the 2026 admission cycle.

MAH CAP Counselling Dates 2026 (B.Tech)

Event Date
Maharashtra CAP Counselling Registration Begins Jun 28, 2026 (Tentative)
Provisional Merit List Release Jul 19, 2026 (Tentative)
Round 1 Seat Allotment Jul 31, 2026 (Tentative)
Round 2 Seat Allotment Aug 11, 2026 (Tentative)
Round 3 Seat Allotment Aug 22, 2026 (Tentative)

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm.

PICT B.Tech Admission 2026

PICT offers a 4-year B.Tech program in 5 specializations with a total seat intake of 780. Admission is based on MHT-CET or JEE Main scores followed by CAP counselling. The minimum eligibility is 50% marks in 10+2 with PCM. Total fees are INR 4.82 Lakhs.

Particulars Details
Duration 4 Years
Seat Intake 780
Total Fees INR 4.82 Lakhs
Eligibility 10+2 with minimum 50% marks in PCM
Selection Process MHT-CET / JEE Main + CAP Counselling
CAP Seat Distribution 80% through CAP counselling; 20% through institute-level admissions

PICT Maharashtra JEE Main Cutoff 2025 (General Category)

The table below shows the Maharashtra JEE Main 2025 closing ranks for PICT Pune for the General category. The overall cutoff rank ranges from 693 to 2,224.

Course Round 1 Closing Rank Round 3 Closing Rank
BE Computer Engineering 693 910
BE Artificial Intelligence and Data Science 783 1,014
BE Information Technology 932 1,237
B.Tech Electronics and Computer Engineering 1,070 1,366
B.Tech Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering 1,721 2,224

PICT MHT-CET Cutoff 2025 (GOPENS Category)

The table below shows the MHT-CET 2025 closing percentiles for PICT Pune for the General Open (GOPENS) category. The overall cutoff percentile ranges from 99.13 to 99.71.

Course Round 1 Closing Percentile Round 4 Closing Percentile
BE Computer Engineering 99.71 99.61
BE Artificial Intelligence and Data Science 99.62 99.53
BE Information Technology 99.60 99.45
B.Tech Electronics and Computer Engineering 99.58 99.42
B.Tech Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering 99.30 99.13

PICT B.Tech Lateral Admission 2026

PICT offers a 3-year B.Tech Lateral Entry program in 5 specializations for diploma holders. Admission is through CAP counselling. Total fees are INR 3.62 Lakhs.

Particulars Details
Duration 3 Years
Total Fees INR 3.62 Lakhs
Eligibility Diploma in Engineering from a recognized board
Selection Process CAP Counselling

PICT M.Tech Admission 2026

PICT offers a 2-year M.Tech program in 3 specializations with a seat intake of 30. Admission is based on GATE scores followed by CAP counselling. The minimum eligibility is graduation with 50% marks. Total fees are INR 1.85 Lakhs.

Particulars Details
Duration 2 Years
Seat Intake 30
Total Fees INR 1.85 Lakhs
Eligibility Graduation with minimum 50% marks
Selection Process GATE + CAP Counselling

PICT Pune Application Process 2026

PICT follows the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) for all programs. The steps below apply to B.Tech, B.Tech Lateral, and M.Tech admissions.

  • Step 1: Appear for the relevant entrance exam: MHT-CET or JEE Main for B.Tech, and GATE for M.Tech. Diploma holders applying for B.Tech Lateral Entry do not need an entrance exam.
  • Step 2: Register for MAH CAP counselling on the official Maharashtra CET Cell portal after results are declared.
  • Step 3: Fill in college and branch preferences and lock choices during the choice filling window.
  • Step 4: Seat allotment is done based on merit rank and preferences. Check the allotment result on the portal.
  • Step 5: Report to PICT Pune with original documents for verification within the stipulated deadline.
  • Step 6: Pay the program fees to confirm admission.

PICT Pune Admission FAQs 2026

Ques. What is the MHT-CET cutoff percentile required for admission to PICT Pune?

Ans. The MHT-CET 2025 closing percentile for PICT Pune for the General Open (GOPENS) category ranged from 99.13 to 99.71 across all branches. BE Computer Engineering had the highest cutoff at 99.71 (Round 1) and 99.61 (Round 4). B.Tech Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering had the lowest cutoff at 99.30 (Round 1) and 99.13 (Round 4). Reserved categories have lower cutoff requirements, with percentile ranges between 68 and 99 depending on the category.

Ques. What is the seat intake and fee structure at PICT Pune for B.Tech?

Ans. PICT Pune offers B.Tech in 5 specializations with a total seat intake of 780. The total fees for the 4-year B.Tech program are INR 4.82 Lakhs. Of the total seats, 80% are filled through CAP counselling and 20% through institute-level admissions. For B.Tech Lateral Entry (3 years), the total fees are INR 3.62 Lakhs. For M.Tech (2 years, 30 seats), the total fees are INR 1.85 Lakhs.

Ques. Can diploma holders apply for direct second-year admission at PICT Pune?

Ans. Yes, diploma holders in Engineering can apply for lateral entry into the second year of the B.Tech program at PICT Pune. Admission is through CAP counselling conducted by the Maharashtra CET Cell. No separate entrance exam is required for lateral entry. The MHT-CET board exam cutoff for diploma students is typically between 93 and 94 percentile. The total fees for the 3-year B.Tech Lateral program are INR 3.62 Lakhs.

Ques. What documents are required for admission at PICT Pune?

Ans. The following documents are required at the time of reporting to PICT Pune for admission:

  • Class 10 mark sheet and passing certificate
  • Class 12 mark sheet and passing certificate
  • MHT-CET or JEE Main scorecard (for B.Tech); GATE scorecard (for M.Tech)
  • CAP seat allotment letter
  • Domicile or nationality certificate
  • Caste certificate and Non-Creamy Layer certificate (if applicable)
  • Transfer certificate and migration certificate
  • Passport-size photographs
  • Gap certificate (if applicable)