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Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 is being conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, for admission to undergraduate health science courses in participating colleges across the state. For MBBS and BDS CAP Round 1, registration has closed on August 15, 2026 under the revised schedule. The next major updates are the registered candidate list and provisional merit list on August 18, followed by the final merit list and seat matrix on August 21. Eligible candidates can fill their college preferences from August 22 to 24, while the CAP Round 1 selection list will be released on August 25, 2026.
The counselling process includes registration, document upload and verification, merit list publication, choice filling, seat allotment and physical reporting. The revised Round 1 schedule currently applies to the MBBS and BDS admission process, while schedules for subsequent rounds and other course groups are announced separately by the CET Cell.
Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 Latest Updates
- CAP Round 1 registration for MBBS/BDS is closed
- Online document verification is scheduled up to August 17, 2026
- The registered candidate list and provisional merit list will be published on August 18, 2026
- Candidates can submit merit-list grievances from August 19 to August 20, 2026, up to 5 PM
- The final Maharashtra NEET UG Merit List 2026 will be released on August 21, 2026
- The Group A seat matrix for MBBS/BDS will also be published on August 21, 2026
- Maharashtra NEET UG Choice Filling 2026 is scheduled from August 22 to August 24, up to 5:30 PM
- The CAP Round 1 selection list/seat allotment result will be declared on August 25, 2026
- Physical joining at the allotted college is scheduled from August 26 to August 30, 2026, up to 5:30 PM
The NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam was held on June 21, 2026, and the result was declared on July 16, 2026. Maharashtra NEET Counselling is being conducted on the basis of NEET UG 2026 eligibility and merit.
Table of Contents
- Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling Highlights
- Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling Important Dates
- Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling Process
- Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling Eligibility 2026
- Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 State Quota and Institutional Quota
- Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling Registration Fee 2026
- Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling Reservation Policy
- Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling Documents Required
- Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling Seat Matrix
- Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling FAQs
Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling Highlights
Maharashtra NEET UG counselling is conducted through the official State CET Cell admission process. Candidates should check the official counselling notices for course-wise schedules, eligibility, merit lists, seat matrices and CAP round instructions.
| Particulars | Details |
| Counselling Name | Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra |
| Admission Process | Centralised Admission Process (CAP) |
| Admission Basis | NEET UG 2026 Merit |
| Group A Courses | MBBS and BDS |
| Group B Courses | BAMS, BHMS and BUMS |
| Group C Courses | BNYS, BPTh, BOTh, BP&O and BASLP |
| State Quota in Private/Minority Colleges | 85% seats |
| Institutional Quota in Private/Minority Colleges | 15% seats |
| Current Update | CAP Round 1 revised schedule |
| CAP Round 1 Allotment | August 25, 2026 |
| Official Counselling Authority | State CET Cell, Maharashtra |
Note: The official information brochure divides the online selection process into Groups A, B and C. MBBS and BDS counselling is conducted under Group A, while separate schedules are notified for other course groups.
The NEET College Predictor helps candidates estimate possible medical colleges based on their NEET scores, category ranks and previous admission cutoff trends.
Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling Important Dates
The registration process for CAP Round 1 is now closed. Candidates who successfully registered should check their verification and merit-list status before participating in choice filling. The following are the latest revised dates for Maharashtra MBBS and BDS CAP Round 1:
| Maharashtra NEET Counselling 2026 Event | Date |
| Online Registration and Session Apply | Closed on August 15, 2026, up to 8 PM |
| Registration Fee Payment | Closed on August 15, 2026, up to 10 PM |
| Uploading Required Documents | Closed on August 15, 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Online Document Verification | Up to August 17, 2026 |
| Registered Candidate List | August 18, 2026 |
| Provisional Merit List | August 18, 2026 |
| Grievance Submission | August 19-20, 2026, up to 5 PM |
| Final Merit List | August 21, 2026 |
| MBBS/BDS Seat Matrix | August 21, 2026 |
| Choice Filling | August 22-24, 2026, up to 5:30 PM |
| CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment | August 25, 2026 |
| Physical Joining | August 26-30, 2026, up to 5:30 PM |
Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling Process
Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 for MBBS and BDS is conducted through the Centralised Admission Process (CAP). Candidates must complete registration and document verification before participating in the merit list, choice filling and seat allotment stages.
Step 1: NEET UG 2026 QualificationCandidates must qualify NEET UG 2026 and meet the eligibility requirements for the applicable Maharashtra quota.
Step 2: Online Registration and Document UploadCandidates must register on the Maharashtra State CET Cell portal, complete the application and upload the required documents within the prescribed deadline.
Step 3: Document Verification and Merit ListThe CET Cell verifies the submitted documents and releases the provisional merit list. After the grievance process, the final Maharashtra NEET UG merit list is published.
Step 4: Seat Matrix and Choice FillingEligible candidates check the official seat matrix and submit their preferred MBBS/BDS colleges and courses in order of preference.
Step 5: CAP Seat AllotmentSeats are allotted based on NEET UG merit, eligibility, category/quota, available seats and preferences submitted by the candidate.
Step 6: Reporting to the Allotted CollegeCandidates allotted a seat must report to the college within the notified period and complete document verification and admission formalities.
Step 7: Further CAP RoundsCandidates who remain eligible can participate in subsequent CAP rounds according to the rules and schedules issued by the State CET Cell.
Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling Eligibility 2026
Candidates must meet the mentioned NEET UG qualification, age, Class 12 and Maharashtra candidature requirements to participate in Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026. Eligibility differs for State Quota and Institutional Quota seats, particularly regarding Maharashtra domicile and candidature conditions.
| Eligibility Criteria | Requirement |
| Nationality | Indian National, subject to specified provisions for OCI and other eligible categories |
| NEET UG | Must meet the prescribed NEET UG 2026 eligibility requirement |
| Age | Candidate must be born on or before December 31, 2009 |
| Medical Fitness | Must be medically fit and submit the prescribed certificate where required |
| Class 12 Subjects | English, Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Biotechnology |
| Maharashtra Domicile | Required for state quota, subject to the exceptions provided in the brochure |
| Registration | Registration with the State CET Cell is required |
Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 State Quota and Institutional Quota
One of the most important parts of the Maharashtra NEET Counselling process is understanding the difference between the two quotas.
| Quota | Eligibility/Seat Position |
| State Quota | Available according to Maharashtra eligibility and domicile rules |
| Private/Minority College State Quota | 85% seats |
| Institutional Quota | 15% seats in eligible private/minority colleges |
| Institutional Quota Eligibility | Open on an All India basis to eligible NEET-qualified candidates, including eligible NRI, OCI and Outside Maharashtra candidates |
| MBBS/BDS Institutional Quota | Filled through CAP by the Competent Authority |
Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling Registration Fee 2026
The official brochure specifies the following non-refundable admission processing fees:
| Application Type | Processing Fee |
| State Quota – MBBS/BDS | INR 1,000 |
| Institutional Quota – MBBS/BDS | INR 5,000 |
| Both State and Institutional Quota – MBBS/BDS | INR 6,000 |
Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling Reservation Policy
Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 allocates seats under the Open/General category, constitutional reservation categories, EWS and other applicable reservations. The exact category-wise seats available in each college and CAP round are published in the official seat matrix.
| Category | Seat Reservation/Share |
| Open/General Category | 30% |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 13% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 7% |
| Vimukta Jati/Denotified Tribes – VJ/DT-A | 3% |
| Nomadic Tribes – NT-B | 2.5% |
| Nomadic Tribes – NT-C | 3.5% |
| Nomadic Tribes – NT-D | 2% |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 19% |
| Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC) | 10% |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% |
Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling Documents Required
Candidates must upload and produce documents based on their candidature type, quota and reservation claim. The core documents required for Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 are listed below.
| Document Category | Documents Required |
| NEET UG Documents | NEET UG 2026 Admit Card and Scorecard |
| Academic Documents | Class 10 Certificate, Class 12 Marksheet and Passing Certificate |
| Identity & Eligibility | Nationality proof and Maharashtra domicile/candidature documents, wherever applicable |
| Reserved Category Documents | Caste/Tribe Certificate, Validity Certificate and Non-Creamy Layer Certificate, wherever applicable |
| EWS/PwD Documents | Valid EWS Certificate or PwD Certificate, if applicable |
| Special Reservation Documents | Supporting certificates for Defence, Hilly Area, Orphan or other applicable claims |
| NRI/Institutional Quota Documents | Quota-specific documents prescribed under the Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 admission rules |
| At College Reporting | CAP allotment letter, original certificates and other documents required by the allotted college |
Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling Seat Matrix
The Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 seat matrix will help candidates identify the MBBS and BDS seats available across government and private medical colleges before submitting their CAP Round 1 preferences. The official Group A seat matrix will be released on August 21, 2026, followed by choice filling from August 22 to 24, 2026.
Below is the college-wise MBBS seat intake for major government and private medical colleges in Maharashtra. These figures represent approved college intake; candidates should check the official CAP Round 1 matrix for the final quota-wise and category-wise seats available for allotment.
Maharashtra Government Medical Colleges MBBS Seats
| Government Medical College | Location | MBBS Seats |
| Grant Medical College | Mumbai | 250 |
| B.J. Government Medical College | Pune | 250 |
| Government Medical College and Hospital | Nagpur | 250 |
| Topiwala National Medical College | Mumbai | 200 |
| Government Medical College | Aurangabad | 200 |
| Government Medical College | Miraj | 200 |
| Indira Gandhi Government Medical College | Nagpur | 200 |
| Government Medical College | Akola | 200 |
| Government Medical College | Latur | 150 |
| Government Medical College | Jalgaon | 150 |
Maharashtra Private Medical Colleges MBBS Seats
| Private Medical College | Location | MBBS Seats |
| Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College | Navi Mumbai | 250 |
| Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences | Karad | 250 |
| Rural Medical College | Ahmednagar | 200 |
| Bharati Vidyapeeth Medical College | Pune | 150 |
| Terna Medical College | Navi Mumbai | 150 |
| K.J. Somaiya Medical College | Mumbai | 100 |
| NKP Salve Institute of Medical Sciences | Nagpur | 200 |
| SMBT Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre | Nashik | 150 |
| Dr. Ulhas Patil Medical College and Hospital | Jalgaon | 200 |
| MIMER Medical College | Pune | 150 |
Important: The colleges listed above account for 3,850 MBBS seats, including 2,050 seats across 10 government medical colleges and 1,800 seats across 10 private medical colleges. The final Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 CAP Round 1 seat matrix, scheduled for August 21, 2026, will confirm the actual college-wise, quota-wise and category-wise seats available for counselling.
Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling FAQs
When will Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 choice filling start?
Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 choice filling for MBBS/BDS CAP Round 1 is scheduled from August 22 to August 24, 2026, up to 5:30 PM.
When will the Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 merit list be released?
The provisional merit list is scheduled for August 18, 2026, while the final Maharashtra NEET UG Merit List 2026 will be released on August 21, 2026.
When will Maharashtra NEET UG Seat Allotment 2026 be released?
The Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 CAP Round 1 seat allotment result for MBBS and BDS is scheduled to be released on August 25, 2026.
When will the Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 seat matrix be released?
The CAP Round 1 seat matrix for MBBS and BDS is scheduled to be released on August 21, 2026. Candidates should check the college-wise, quota-wise and category-wise seats before filling preferences.
Is Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration still open?
No. The CAP Round 1 registration for MBBS/BDS has closed. The deadline for registration was August 15, 2026. Candidates who successfully registered should check their document verification and merit-list status before choice filling.
What is the Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration fee?
The official processing fee is ₹1,000 for State Quota MBBS/BDS, ₹5,000 for Institutional Quota, and ₹6,000 for candidates applying for both State and Institutional Quotas. The processing fee is non-refundable.
How many MBBS seats are available in Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026?
The exact number of seats available for CAP Round 1 will be confirmed in the official Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 seat matrix. Candidates should rely on the Round 1 matrix for current college-wise and quota-wise availability rather than older total intake figures.
What is the Maharashtra NEET Cutoff 2026 for MBBS admission?
The Maharashtra NEET MBBS cutoff varies by college, category, quota and CAP round. The actual 2026 college-wise closing ranks will be available after the CAP seat allotment results are released. Candidates should not confuse the NEET qualifying cutoff with the Maharashtra MBBS college cutoff.
Is Maharashtra domicile required for NEET UG Counselling 2026?
Maharashtra domicile and candidature requirements apply mainly to State Quota seats, subject to the exceptions mentioned in the official admission brochure. Institutional Quota seats have separate eligibility rules and are open to eligible candidates on an All India basis.
Can other state candidates apply for Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026?
Yes, eligible candidates from outside Maharashtra can apply for Institutional Quota seats in participating private and minority MBBS/BDS colleges, subject to NEET UG qualification and the eligibility conditions prescribed by the State CET Cell.
What is the difference between State Quota and Institutional Quota in Maharashtra NEET Counselling?
In eligible private and minority MBBS/BDS colleges, 85% of seats are available under the State Quota framework and 15% under the Institutional Quota. State Quota admission is subject to Maharashtra eligibility rules, while eligible candidates can apply for Institutional Quota seats on an All India basis.
What is the last date for Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 choice filling?
The last date to submit CAP Round 1 MBBS/BDS preferences is August 24, 2026, up to 5:30 PM.
Do I need to fill fresh choices for Maharashtra NEET UG Round 2?
Yes. Candidates participating in CAP Round 2 must submit fresh preferences. The choices filled for Round 1 become null and void for the Round 2 selection process.
What happens after Maharashtra NEET UG seat allotment?
Candidates allotted a seat must download the relevant allotment documents and complete physical joining and admission formalities at the allotted college within the notified deadline. For CAP Round 1, physical joining is scheduled from August 26 to August 30, 2026.
Can I change my college preferences after submitting Maharashtra NEET UG choice filling?
Candidates can modify preferences before final submission. However, once the preference form is finally submitted, the choices cannot be changed for that CAP round.