Maharashtra NEET UG Medical Admission Process
Maharashtra NEET UG counselling is conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell), Mumbai for admission to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, and other health science courses through a Centralised Admission Process (CAP).
Counselling Authority
CET Cell Maharashtra
State Quota
85%
MBBS Seats / Colleges
13,099 / 86
Overview
Maharashtra NEET UG counselling is conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell), Mumbai for admission to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, and other health science courses through a Centralised Admission Process (CAP).
Counselling Authority & Official Portal
Authority Name
Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell)
Official Website
https://cetcell.mahacet.orgCounselling Portal
https://cetcell.mahacet.orgEligibility Criteria
Summary
Candidate must be NEET UG qualified and satisfy Maharashtra domicile requirements. Maharashtra state domicile is required for 85% state quota seats.
Domicile Rule
Domicile determined by 11th/12th schooling in Maharashtra or parental residence. Separate eligibility for minority institution quotas.
Reservation & Category Quota
| Category | Reservation | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Open (General) | Variable | General category (varies after all reservations) |
| SC | 13% | Scheduled Caste |
| ST | 7% | Scheduled Tribe |
| VJ/DT (NT-A) | 3% | Vimukta Jati / Denotified Tribe - A |
| NT-B (NT-1) | 2.5% | Nomadic Tribe - B |
| NT-C (NT-2) | 3.5% | Nomadic Tribe - C |
| NT-D (NT-3) | 2% | Nomadic Tribe - D |
| OBC | 19% | Other Backward Class |
| SEBC | 12% | Socially & Educationally Backward Class (Maratha) |
| EWS | 10% | Economically Weaker Sections |
Step-by-Step Counselling Process
Online Registration
Register on cetcell.mahacet.org with NEET UG details. Provide personal, academic, and category information.
Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of all original documents including mark sheets, certificates, and photographs in colour.
Payment of Fees
Pay registration fee (non-refundable) and security deposit (refundable) via online payment gateway.
Publication of Merit List
Provisional and final merit lists published based on NEET UG scores and category.
Preference (Choice) Filling
Fill choices of colleges and courses in order of preference through the CAP portal.
Seat Allotment
CAP round-wise seat allotment based on merit, choices filled, category, and seat availability.
Joining & Status Retention
Report to allotted college, submit status retention form, and complete admission formalities.
Important Dates
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Document Upload | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Merit List Publication | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Choice Filling (Round 1) | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Round 1 Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Joining (Round 1) | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Round 2 Allotment | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Mop-Up & Stray Rounds | October-November 2026 (Tentative) |
Key Points to Remember
- Counselling through Centralised Admission Process (CAP) for all health science courses
- 10% EWS reservation implemented, reducing open category seats in private colleges
- 85% state quota seats in government/aided colleges
- BAMS, BHMS, BUMS counselling conducted separately by CET Cell
- NRI and management quota seats available in private unaided colleges
- Security deposit of ₹50,000 for AIQ AYUSH courses
- Top colleges: GSMC Mumbai, GMC Mumbai, BJMC Pune, Nair Hospital, KEM Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the official website for Maharashtra NEET counselling?
The official website is cetcell.mahacet.org for all CAP rounds.
Is Maharashtra domicile mandatory for state quota seats?
Yes, Maharashtra domicile is required for 85% state quota seats. Domicile is based on 11th/12th schooling in Maharashtra.
What courses are covered under CAP?
MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BPTh, BOTh, BASLP, and BSc Nursing.
How many rounds of counselling are conducted?
Multiple CAP rounds including Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round.
Explore Maharashtra Medical Colleges
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Official Source
Authority
CET Cell Maharashtra
Website
https://cetcell.mahacet.orgQuick Stats
- State Quota
- 85%
- MBBS Seats
- 13,099
- Medical Colleges
- 86
- Courses
- 9