Candidates who have participated in this special counselling round should carefully check the selection list, allotted college, course and admission instructions. Those who secure a seat must complete the prescribed physical reporting and admission formalities within the stipulated deadline.

The special stray vacancy process is particularly important for eligible NEET UG 2026 candidates who are still seeking admission to MBBS and BDS programmes after the completion of the earlier counselling rounds.

Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round 2: Important Dates

According to the schedule announced by the Maharashtra CET Cell through Notice No. 33 dated November 3, 2026, the Special Stray Vacancy Round 2 process will follow the schedule below.

The Round 2 selection list is scheduled for November 11. Candidates should check the official portal for the published result and any subsequent updates.

Maharashtra NEET 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round 2 Selection List: Where to Download?

Candidates will be able to access the Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round 2 selection list through the official Maharashtra State CET Cell counselling portal.

Official website: Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 Portal

The selection list is expected to provide details of candidates who have been allotted MBBS or BDS seats during this round. Candidates should check their NEET UG roll number, application details and allotted college carefully.

The allotment is subject to the availability of vacant seats after the completion of the preceding counselling rounds and the preferences submitted by eligible candidates.

How to Download Maharashtra NEET UG Special Stray Vacancy Round 2 Allotment Result 2026?

Candidates can follow these steps to check their Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round 2 seat allotment status:

1.    Visit the official Maharashtra State CET Cell website at medical2026.mahacet.org.

2.    Open the NEET UG 2026 counselling section.

3.    Navigate to the latest notifications or selection list section.

4.    Look for the notification titled Provisional Selection List for MBBS/BDS Courses – Online Special Stray Vacancy Round 2.

5.    Click on the relevant link to open the selection list PDF.

6.    Search for your NEET UG roll number or application details in the PDF.

7.    Check the allotted college and admission status carefully.

8.    Download and save the selection list for future reference.

Candidates should also log in to their respective candidate dashboards to check their allotment details and download the required allotment letter, wherever made available.

Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round 2: Eligibility Criteria

The Maharashtra CET Cell has specified eligibility conditions for candidates participating in the Special Stray Vacancy Rounds for MBBS and BDS admissions.

As per Notice No. 33, the following candidates are eligible:

• Candidates who qualified for NEET UG 2026 and registered for Maharashtra state counselling.

• Candidates who have not been allotted a seat in any CAP round under Group A (MBBS/BDS).

• Candidates who fulfil the eligibility requirements mentioned in the Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 information brochure.

However, certain candidates are not permitted to participate in these special stray vacancy rounds.

Who Is Not Eligible for Special Stray Vacancy Round 2?

The following candidates are excluded from the special stray vacancy admission process:

1.    Candidates who had already joined an MBBS or BDS seat by October 26, 2026.

2.    Candidates who joined an All India Quota seat or were allotted a seat through the AIQ stray vacancy rounds, including the special stray round.

3.    Candidates who were allotted a seat in Round 3 or any subsequent stray vacancy round but failed to join the allotted college.

Candidates should carefully verify their eligibility before participating in the counselling process.

Fresh Choice Filling Mandatory for Special Stray Vacancy Round 2

One of the most important instructions issued by the Maharashtra CET Cell concerns the choice-filling process.

Candidates participating in Special Stray Vacancy Round 2 were required to submit fresh college preferences during the designated choice-filling window from November 10 to November 11, 2026, up to 11:00 AM.

The preferences submitted during Special Stray Vacancy Round 1 have been declared null and void for Round 2.

Therefore, candidates were required to:

• Check the newly published Round 2 vacant seat matrix.

• Review the availability of MBBS and BDS seats across participating colleges.

• Submit fresh college and course preferences.

• Arrange their choices according to their admission priorities.

• Complete the online choice-filling process within the prescribed deadline.

Candidates should understand that the allotment will depend on their merit position, eligibility, category, seat availability and submitted preferences.

Maharashtra NEET UG Special Stray Vacancy Round 2: Physical Reporting and Admission Process

Candidates who secure an MBBS or BDS seat in Special Stray Vacancy Round 2 must complete the physical admission process at their allotted colleges.

According to the official schedule, physical reporting will take place from November 12 to November 13, 2026, up to 5:30 PM.

The admission process requires candidates to report personally to their allotted institutions with original documents and the prescribed admission fees.

Candidates should complete the following formalities:

1.    Download the seat allotment letter from the official counselling portal.

2.    Visit the allotted medical or dental college within the prescribed reporting period.

3.    Submit all original documents for verification.

4.    Complete the college admission and registration formalities.

5.    Pay the applicable tuition and other prescribed fees.

6.    Obtain confirmation of admission from the allotted institution.

Candidates must ensure that their admission is completed before the reporting deadline.

Important: The CET Cell has made joining a seat allotted through the Online Special Stray Vacancy Round mandatory. Candidates who fail to join an allotted seat may face penalties and disqualification under the applicable provisions of the Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 information brochure.

Therefore, candidates should fill in preferences only for those colleges where they are genuinely willing to take admission.

Documents Required for Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 College Reporting

Candidates allotted seats through Special Stray Vacancy Round 2 should keep all necessary original documents ready before visiting their respective colleges.

The important documents generally required for MBBS and BDS admission include:

• NEET UG 2026 admit card.

• NEET UG 2026 scorecard and result.

• Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 counselling registration details.

• Seat allotment letter.

• Class 10 marksheet and certificate.

• Class 12 marksheet and passing certificate.

• Transfer certificate or school leaving certificate.

• Nationality certificate, wherever applicable.

• Domicile certificate, wherever applicable.

• Caste certificate, if applicable.

• Caste validity certificate, if applicable.

• Non-Creamy Layer certificate, wherever applicable.

• Economically Weaker Section (EWS) certificate, if applicable.

• Aadhaar card or other valid identity proof.

• Passport-size photographs.

• Other certificates required under the applicable admission brochure.

Candidates belonging to reserved categories should ensure that their category-related documents are valid and comply with the prescribed requirements.

The allotted colleges may require additional documents depending on the candidate's category and admission status. Students should therefore verify the document requirements with their respective institutions before reporting.

Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round 3: What Happens Next?

The Maharashtra State CET Cell has also scheduled another round of special stray vacancy counselling to fill any MBBS and BDS seats that remain vacant after Round 2.

As per Notice No. 33, the Round 3 seat matrix and fresh online choice-filling process will take place between November 13 and November 14, 2026, up to 11:00 AM.

The Special Stray Vacancy Round 3 selection list is scheduled for November 14, 2026.

Candidates allotted seats in this round will have to report physically to their respective colleges between November 15 and November 16, 2026.

The final date for joining as prescribed by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) is November 16, 2026.

Candidates should note that the preferences submitted during Special Stray Vacancy Rounds 1 and 2 will also become invalid for Round 3. Fresh preferences will be mandatory for candidates eligible to participate in the next round.

The continuation of the special stray vacancy process will depend on the availability of vacant seats.

Important Instructions for Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Candidates

Candidates participating in the Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round 2 should keep the following instructions in mind:

• Regularly check the official Maharashtra CET Cell website for the latest counselling notifications.

• Verify the allotted college and course before proceeding with admission.

• Download and retain a copy of the selection list and allotment letter.

• Carry all original certificates and necessary supporting documents.

• Complete physical reporting within the prescribed dates.

• Pay the required admission fees through the permitted payment methods.

• Remember that fresh choice filling is compulsory for every special stray vacancy round.

• Do not select colleges unless you are prepared to accept the allotted seat.

• Avoid missing the reporting deadline, as failure to join may result in penalties and disqualification.

The Maharashtra CET Cell has specified that admission fees can be paid through Demand Draft (DD), NEFT or RTGS, as permitted under the counselling instructions.

Conclusion

The Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round 2 is an important additional opportunity for eligible candidates seeking admission to MBBS and BDS programmes in the state. With the selection list scheduled for November 11, 2026, candidates should immediately check their allotment status and prepare for the physical admission process.

Those allotted seats must report to their respective colleges between November 12 and November 13, 2026, by 5:30 PM, with all original documents and the prescribed fees.

Candidates who are still awaiting admission opportunities should also keep track of the Special Stray Vacancy Round 3 schedule, subject to their eligibility and the availability of vacant seats.

For the latest updates regarding Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 counselling, seat allotment, selection lists and admission procedures, candidates should regularly visit the official Maharashtra State CET Cell website.