Candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026 and wish to secure admission under the 85% State Quota in Maharashtra can now complete the online registration process through the official counselling portal within the prescribed timeline. The counselling process will be conducted through the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) and will include registration, document verification, publication of merit lists, choice filling, seat allotment, and reporting to allotted colleges.

Registration for Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Begins

The Maharashtra CET Cell has activated the online registration portal for eligible NEET UG candidates. Applicants must complete registration, upload all required documents, and pay the prescribed counselling fee before the last date.

Only candidates satisfying the eligibility criteria prescribed by the State CET Cell will be considered for inclusion in the Maharashtra State Merit List.

According to the official notification, the last date for registration is August 12, 2026.

Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 CAP Round 1 Important Schedule

Candidates should regularly check the official counselling portal for any changes or updates.

Who Can Apply?

Candidates can participate in Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 if they:

• Qualified NEET UG 2026.

• Fulfil Maharashtra domicile and eligibility conditions wherever applicable.

• Meet the educational qualification prescribed by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and Dental Council of India (DCI).

• Register online within the stipulated deadline.

• Successfully complete document verification.

Admission will be granted strictly on the basis of:

• NEET UG 2026 Rank

• Maharashtra State Merit List

• Reservation Policy

• Candidate's Choices Filled

• Seat Availability

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before registration:

• NEET UG 2026 Score Card

• NEET UG Admit Card

• Class 10 Certificate

• Class 12 Mark Sheet

• Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

• Nationality Certificate

• Valid Photo Identity Proof

• Caste Certificate (if applicable)

• Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (where applicable)

• EWS Certificate (if applicable)

• PwD Certificate (if applicable)

• Passport-size Photograph

• Signature

Additional documents may be required depending upon the reservation category claimed.

How to Register

Candidates can complete the counselling process by following these steps:

1.    Visit the official Maharashtra Medical Admission portal.

2.    Complete new candidate registration.

3.    Fill the online application form carefully.

4.    Upload all required documents.

5.    Pay the counselling registration fee.

6.    Submit the application.

7.    Complete document verification.

8.    Download the acknowledgement receipt.

9.    Participate in choice filling after publication of the merit list.

Merit List Preparation

After verification of documents, the CET Cell will publish:

• Provisional State Merit List

• Grievance Redressal Window

• Final State Merit List

Only candidates included in the final merit list will be eligible for CAP Round 1 seat allotment.

Choice Filling and Seat Allotment

Eligible candidates will have to submit their preferred colleges and courses during the option entry process.

Seat allotment will be based on:

• NEET UG Merit

• Reservation Category

• Availability of Seats

• Order of Preferences Filled

Candidates allotted seats must report to the respective institutions within the prescribed reporting period to confirm admission.

Courses Covered Under Counselling

The counselling process covers admissions to:

• MBBS

• BDS

Seats are available in:

• Government Medical Colleges

• Government Dental Colleges

• Municipal Medical Colleges

• Government Aided Institutions

• Private Medical Colleges

• Private Dental Colleges

• Minority Institutions

• Other participating colleges notified by the CET Cell.

Important Instructions for Candidates

Candidates should remember the following:

• Register well before the deadline.

• Upload only valid and legible documents.

• Keep all original certificates ready for verification.

• Fill college preferences carefully since seat allotment depends on the submitted choices.

• Track the official website regularly for updates regarding merit lists, choice filling, allotment results, and reporting dates.

• Missing any counselling deadline may lead to cancellation of candidature for the respective round.

What Happens After CAP Round 1?

Candidates who are not allotted seats in Round 1 or who wish to participate in subsequent counselling rounds can take part in the later CAP rounds, subject to the counselling rules issued by the Maharashtra State CET Cell. Fresh seat vacancies, resignations, and upgraded admissions will determine seat availability in subsequent rounds.

Conclusion

The commencement of Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 marks the beginning of the admission process for thousands of medical aspirants seeking MBBS and BDS seats across the state. Candidates are advised to complete their registration before the closing date, carefully verify all uploaded documents, and stay updated with every counselling announcement released by the Maharashtra State CET Cell. Timely participation in each stage of the CAP process will be crucial for securing admission to a preferred medical or dental college.