Based on your JEE Main 2025 percentile of 67.62% (CRL Rank: 490,687 , OBC Rank: 178,667 ) and your domicile in Haryana , securing admission to top-tier engineering colleges in Pune or Mumbai through the All India Quota (AIQ) may be challenging. However, there are several reputable private and semi-government institutions in these regions where you can apply for B.Tech programs, especially in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science .

Recommended Engineering Colleges in Pune and Mumbai:

1. Lokmanya Tilak College of Engineering (LTCE), Navi Mumbai

• Programs Offered : B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, IoT and Cyber Security including Blockchain Technology.

• Affiliation : University of Mumbai

• Admission Process : Through MHT-CET scores via the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra.

• Accreditation : NAAC Grade A

2. Vishwakarma Institute of Technology (VIT), Pune

• Programs Offered : B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence & Data Science, Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence), and related specializations.

• Affiliation : Savitribai Phule Pune University

• Admission Process : Accepts both JEE Main and MHT-CET scores.

• Accreditation : NAAC A++

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• 3. MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU), Pune

• Programs Offered : B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, among others.

• Admission Process : Accepts JEE Main and MHT-CET scores; also conducts its own entrance exam. (https://mitwpu.edu.in/)

4. DY Patil College of Engineering, Pune

• Programs Offered : B.Tech in various engineering disciplines, including AI and Data Science.

• Admission Process : Through MHT-CET and JEE Main scores.

5. Pimpri Chinchwad College of Engineering (PCCOE), Pune

• Programs Offered : B.Tech in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, and related fields.

• Admission Process : Accepts MHT-CET and JEE Main scores.

Application and Admission Tips:

• MHT-CET Counseling : Since you've appeared for MHT-CET, participate actively in the CAP rounds. Keep an eye on the official website for updates. (https://cetcell.mahacet.org/)

• All India Quota Seats : Some private colleges reserve a percentage of seats for candidates from outside Maharashtra. Ensure you apply under the AIQ category where applicable.

• Direct Admissions : Certain private institutions offer direct admissions based on JEE Main scores or through management quotas. Reach out to the admissions offices of the colleges you're interested in for detailed information.

• Stay Updated : Regularly check the official websites of the colleges and the MHT-CET portal for application deadlines and counseling schedules.