K.J.Somaiya Institute of Engineering And Information Tech | Cut-Off Details | Vidyavision

K. J. Somaiya Institute of Engineering and Information Technology (KJSIEIT), located in Sion, Mumbai, is an autonomous premier engineering institution. Admissions to its undergraduate B.E. programs are highly competitive and are primarily governed by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, through the Centralized Admission Process (CAP). The cut-offs at KJSIEIT are determined by several factors, including the number of applicants, the difficulty level of entrance exams, and the availability of seats in specific high-demand branches like Computer Engineering and AI-DS.

Admission Criteria

Admissions to KJSIEIT are strictly merit-based and follow the guidelines set by the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Maharashtra.

• Undergraduate (B.E.): * Maharashtra State (MS) Seats: Admission is based on the MHT-CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test) percentile. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology/Technical Vocational subjects with a minimum of 45–50% marks.

  • All India (AI) Quota: Seats are allocated based on JEE Main ranks. While MHT-CET is valid, preference is often given to JEE Main scorers for AI quota seats.

  • Minority Quota: As a Gujarati Linguistic Minority institution, 51% of seats are reserved for students belonging to the Gujarati community, who are admitted through a dedicated merit list based on MHT-CET scores.

• Postgraduate (M.E.): Admission is based on a valid GATE score or marks obtained in the PERA CET / CUET examinations.

• Direct Second Year (DSE): Admission for diploma holders is based on the aggregate percentage obtained in their final year of the Engineering Diploma.

Previous Year Cut-Off Trends

The cut-off ranks and percentiles at KJSIEIT have shown an upward trend, particularly for the Computer Engineering and Information Technology branches, reflecting the institute's growing reputation and placement success.

MHT-CET Cut-Off Percentile (GOPENS - Round 1)

JEE Main All India Closing Ranks (General Category)

*Note: 2023 ranks often reflect different state-level ranking systems or earlier round closures; 2024-25 data follows the updated AI quota rank trends.

Exam-Wise and Category-Wise Trends

KJSIEIT’s cut-offs vary significantly across different admission categories and rounds:

• Minority Advantage: For the Gujarati Linguistic Minority (MI) category, the cut-offs are relatively lower than the General category. In 2024, the closing percentile for Computer Engineering in the minority quota was approximately 89.06, compared to 97.88 for the Open category.

• TFWS (Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme): These seats are the most competitive, often requiring a percentile above 98.5 for Computer Engineering, as they provide a complete waiver of tuition fees for high-merit students.

• Branch Popularity: There is a clear "tech-heavy" preference among applicants. Computer Engineering and IT seats are usually filled by the end of CAP Round 1, whereas EXTC seats may see some movement until Round 3.

• Rise of AI-DS: Since its introduction, the AI & Data Science branch has seen a meteoric rise in cut-offs, now nearly rivaling the Information Technology branch in terms of student preference.

Additional Admission Information

• CAP Rounds: The admission process typically involves three rounds of centralized counseling. Candidates are advised to fill their option forms strategically, placing KJSIEIT (Choice Code: 3207) at the top of their list if they meet the previous year's range.

• Institutional Quota: A small percentage of seats are filled at the institutional level. Candidates seeking admission under this quota should contact the college office directly post the CAP Round registrations.

• Documents for Verification: Required documents include the MHT-CET/JEE Main Scorecard, 10th & 12th Marksheets, Leaving Certificate, Nationality/Domicile Certificate, and Minority Proforma (if applicable).

For the most recent and detailed rank lists for the 2026-27 session, prospective students should regularly check the fe2026.mahacet.org portal or the official KJSIEIT website at kjsit.somaiya.edu.in.