Maharashtra CET NRI Quota Admissions
Maharashtra CET Cell reports a 92% fall in NRI quota admissions after stricter eligibility rules. Learn about the new rules and their impact on admissions.
The Maharashtra CET Cell has reported a significant drop in NRI Quota admissions for the 2025-26 academic year. The total number of admissions under this quota has fallen from 454 to just 34.
Maharashtra CET Cell Recruitment: Overview
| Authority / Board | Maharashtra CET Cell |
|---|---|
| Vacancy/Post Name | NRI Quota Admissions |
| Advt No. / Cycle | 2025-26 |
| Selection Process | Common Entrance Test (CET) |
| Official Website | mahacet.org |
The drastic decline in admissions is attributed to the revised eligibility criteria for NRI Quota admissions. The Maharashtra government has tightened the rules to curb misuse of the system.
Important Dates & Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Introduction of new eligibility rules | 2025 |
| Admission process for 2025-26 | Ongoing |
The new rules aim to ensure that only genuine NRIs, their children, or candidates with legally appointed NRI guardians are eligible for admission under this category.
Eligibility
Criteria & Vacancy Details
- The candidate must be a genuine NRI, their child, or have a legally appointed NRI guardian.
- The candidate must meet the eligibility criteria for the respective course.
- The candidate must have a valid CET score.
The sharpest decline in admissions was reported in Bachelor of Engineering and BTech programmes. Admissions in this category fell dramatically from 424 students in 2024 to just 27 in 2025-26.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the new eligibility criteria for NRI Quota admissions?
A: The new rules state that only genuine NRIs, their children, or candidates with legally appointed NRI guardians are eligible for admission under this category.
Q: Why has the Maharashtra government introduced new eligibility rules for NRI Quota admissions?
A: The government has introduced new rules to curb misuse of the system and ensure that reserved NRI seats are allotted to only deserving candidates.
Q: How many admissions were made under the NRI Quota in 2025-26?
A: The total number of admissions under the NRI Quota fell from 454 to just 34 in 2025-26.
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