Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2026: Dates, Registration & Seat Allotment
The State CET Cell, Maharashtra, manages the Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2026, which is the centralized online process for allocating over 6,000 MD/MS/PG Diploma seats across the state. This counselling determines admissions for eligible candidates, including those with Maharashtra domicile who completed MBBS via 15% AIQ, AIIMS, or Central Institutes outside Maharashtra. The Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2026 registration, fee payment, and document upload are expected between late October and early November 2026, outlining the initial schedule.
Online Registration for Maharashtra NEET PG 2026
The State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell), Maharashtra, under DMER Maharashtra, conducts the NEET PG counselling for the state entirely online through a Centralised Admission Process (CAP). You can expect online registration, fee payment, and document upload to occur between late October and
| Step | Process | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | NEET PG Qualification | Qualify NEET PG with the required cutoff percentile. |
| Step 2 | Online Registration | Register on the Maharashtra CET Cell counselling portal. |
| Step 3 | Fee Payment | Pay the prescribed counselling registration fee online. |
| Step 4 | Document Upload | Upload required documents such as MBBS degree, internship certificate, NEET PG scorecard, domicile certificate, and category certificates. |
| Step 5 | Merit List Publication | CET Cell publishes the provisional and final state merit lists. |
| Step 6 | Seat Matrix Release | Available MD, MS, PG Diploma, and DNB seats are published before each round. |
| Step 7 | Choice Filling | Select preferred colleges and specialties in order of preference. |
| Step 8 | Choice Locking | Review and lock choices before the deadline. |
| Step 9 | Seat Allotment | Seats are allotted based on NEET PG rank, merit rank, category, preferences, and seat. |
This detailed admission process outlines the nine essential steps candidates must follow, from qualifying the NEET PG exam to the final seat allotment. You must carefully complete each stage, including online registration, document upload, and choice filling, to secure your postgraduate medical seat.
Eligibility Criteria for MD/MS Admissions
To be eligible for MD/MS admissions through the Maharashtra NEET PG 2026 process, you must meet specific criteria. This section outlines the essential requirements, including NEET PG qualification, nationality, and academic prerequisites, ensuring you understand what is needed for a successful appli
- NEET PG Qualification: You must qualify NEET PG 2026 with the prescribed cutoff percentile and hold a valid score.
- Nationality: Applicants must be Indian citizens.
- MBBS Degree: Possess an NMC-recognized MBBS degree. Candidates awaiting results are ineligible.
- Internship Completion: Complete your 12-month compulsory rotating internship by July 31, 2026. Ongoing internships are not accepted.
- Medical Registration: Hold a valid registration from NMC/State Medical Council. Provisional registration may be accepted.
- Maharashtra Domicile: A valid Maharashtra domicile certificate is mandatory for State Quota Government seats.
These are the fundamental requirements for admission. Additionally, specific criteria apply based on your MBBS completion location and reservation status, ensuring a comprehensive eligibility assessment.
| Criterion | Details |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra MBBS Candidates | Candidates who completed MBBS from a recognized medical college in Maharashtra are eligible. |
| AIQ MBBS Candidates | Maharashtra domicile candidates who completed MBBS through 15% AIQ, AIIMS, or Central Institutes outside Maharashtra are also eligible. |
| Medical Fitness | You must be medically fit for admission. |
| Caste Certificate | Reserved category candidates require valid caste certificates issued by the Maharashtra government. |
Documents and Application Fees for Maharashtra NEET PG 2026
Preparing for the Maharashtra NEET PG 2026 counselling requires careful attention to document submission and fee payment. This section outlines the essential documents you must upload and details the online process for paying your application fees, ensuring you meet all requirements for the upcoming adm
- MBBS degree: Your completed medical degree certificate.
- Internship certificate: Proof of your completed internship.
- NEET PG scorecard: Your official score report for the exam.
- Domicile certificate: Verification of your Maharashtra residency.
- Category certificates: Relevant documents for reserved categories.
- Application Fees: Online payment of the counselling registration fee is required.
You must prepare these documents for upload and ensure your fee payment is completed online. Adhering to these requirements is crucial for your participation in the admission process.
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Expected Document Upload Window | Late October – early November 2026 |
| CAP Round 3 Document Upload Window (2025 Reference) | 4–6 January 2026 |
This table provides key dates for document uploads, including the expected window for the current cycle and a reference from the previous year’s CAP Round 3.
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Seat Matrix and Cutoff Data
The Maharashtra NEET PG 2026 counselling offers around 6,000+ MD/MS/PG Diploma seats across various medical colleges. This section details the seat matrix and provides crucial cutoff data from previous years, helping you understand the competitive landscape for admission.
- Seth GS Medical College, Mumbai: 200+ seats
- Grant Medical College, Mumbai: 150+ seats
- BJ Government Medical College, Pune: 200+ seats
- Government Medical College, Nagpur: 150+ seats
The expected cutoff trend for 2026 shows a marginal rise due to added seats and applicants. To secure a top government clinical branch, candidates should aim for a target rank under 5000 in the exam.
| Course | CR 2025 | CR 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| ANAESTHESIOLOGY | 37990 | 26156 |
| DERMATOLOGY | 4363 | 3377 |
| EMERGENCY MEDICINE | 6707 | 18448 |
| ENT | 40768 | 21197 |
| GENERAL MEDICINE | 4707 | 5070 |
| GENERAL SURGERY | 17398 | 14582 |
| NUCLEAR MEDICINE | 3105 | — |
| OBG | 11769 | 11455 |
| OPHTHALMOLOGY | 26800 | 20404 |
| ORTHOPAEDICS | 16091 | 13062 |
| PAEDIATRICS | 12744 | 9610 |
| PALLIATIVE MEDICINE | — | 22812 |
| PATHOLOGY | 75737 | 40246 |
| PSYCHIATRY | 24326 | 18400 |
| RADIATION ONCOLOGY | 7723 | 11667 |
| RADIO DIAGNOSIS | 3661 | 2890 |
| SPM | 91888 | 76888 |
| TBRD | 20689 | 13205 |
This table illustrates the competitive cutoff ranks for various MD/MS courses in Maharashtra Government Medical Colleges for the OPEN category, showing significant fluctuations between 2024 and 2025.
| Course | CR 2025 | CR 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| ANAESTHESIOLOGY | 49445 | 34051 |
| DERMATOLOGY | 9519 | 4069 |
| EMERGENCY MEDICINE | 44709 | — |
| ENT | 44873 | 28441 |
| GENERAL MEDICINE | 7659 | 6855 |
| GENERAL SURGERY | 23875 | 19106 |
| NUCLEAR MEDICINE | 2869 | 7368 |
| OBG | 15032 | 15720 |
| OPHTHALMOLOGY | 39321 | 23593 |
| ORTHOPAEDICS | 21041 | 19701 |
| PAEDIATRICS | 20336 | 13311 |
| PALLIATIVE MEDICINE | — | 34268 |
| PATHOLOGY | 151016 | 47117 |
| PSYCHIATRY | 24415 | 38367 |
| RADIATION ONCOLOGY | 27108 | 13489 |
| RADIO DIAGNOSIS | 5907 | 3103 |
| SPM | 108094 | 82876 |
| TBRD | 16902 | 16898 |
For EWS candidates, the cutoff ranks for MD/MS courses in government medical colleges also varied, with some branches like Dermatology showing a higher rank in 2025 compared to 2024.
| Course | CR 2025 | CR 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| ANAESTHESIOLOGY | 39560 | 28230 |
| DERMATOLOGY | 5751 | 4142 |
| EMERGENCY MEDICINE | 19875 | 20046 |
| ENT | 34731 | 24400 |
| GENERAL MEDICINE | 4854 | 7629 |
| GENERAL SURGERY | 21939 | 15587 |
| NUCLEAR MEDICINE | 3624 | 4861 |
| OBG | 15549 | 12805 |
| OPHTHALMOLOGY | 32395 | 17828 |
| ORTHOPAEDICS | 22947 | 15504 |
| PAEDIATRICS | 12816 | 11759 |
| PALLIATIVE MEDICINE | — | 27241 |
| PATHOLOGY | 84426 | 49906 |
| PSYCHIATRY | 27939 | 26223 |
| RADIATION ONCOLOGY | 32996 | 10207 |
| RADIO DIAGNOSIS | 4897 | 6140 |
| SPM | 115475 | 93538 |
| TBRD | 24901 | 14997 |
The OBC category cutoff data reveals diverse trends, with courses like General Medicine seeing a lower rank in 2025, while others like General Surgery had a higher rank.
| Course | CR 2025 | CR 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| ANAESTHESIOLOGY | 56456 | 63359 |
| DERMATOLOGY | 15316 | 8738 |
| EMERGENCY MEDICINE | 57200 | — |
| ENT | 49505 | 56135 |
| GENERAL MEDICINE | 21473 | 21459 |
| GENERAL SURGERY | 39703 | 40856 |
| NUCLEAR MEDICINE | — | 4599 |
| OBG | 36794 | 30818 |
| OPHTHALMOLOGY | 49504 | 47127 |
| ORTHOPAEDICS | 36662 | 40828 |
| PAEDIATRICS | 35611 | 33265 |
| PALLIATIVE MEDICINE | 47063 | — |
| PATHOLOGY | 85560 | 85996 |
| PSYCHIATRY | 49465 | 43769 |
| RADIATION ONCOLOGY | 35644 | — |
| RADIO DIAGNOSIS | 14645 | 6482 |
| SPM | 155264 | 115666 |
| TBRD | 48962 | 35227 |
SC category applicants experienced varied cutoff ranks, with some courses like Anaesthesiology showing a higher rank in 2025, indicating shifting competition.
| Course | CR 2025 | CR 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| ANAESTHESIOLOGY | 47369 | 27974 |
| DERMATOLOGY | 7963 | 7208 |
| ENT | 32655 | 31050 |
| GENERAL MEDICINE | 4085 | 5818 |
| GENERAL SURGERY | 21153 | 13333 |
| NUCLEAR MEDICINE | — | 5238 |
| OBG | 13936 | 12687 |
| OPHTHALMOLOGY | 30447 | 22068 |
| ORTHOPAEDICS | 18489 | 17164 |
| PAEDIATRICS | 16089 | 10246 |
| PALLIATIVE MEDICINE | 68319 | — |
| PATHOLOGY | 71122 | 53188 |
| PSYCHIATRY | 29389 | 33010 |
| RADIATION ONCOLOGY | 12092 | 25561 |
| RADIO DIAGNOSIS | 6211 | 3352 |
| SPM | 101806 | 88695 |
| TBRD | 21363 | 10922 |
SEBC category cutoffs demonstrate distinct patterns, with branches such as General Medicine showing a lower rank in 2025, while others like Orthopaedics had higher ranks.
| Course | CR 2025 | CR 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| ANAESTHESIOLOGY | 89627 | 83349 |
| DERMATOLOGY | 38801 | 27171 |
| EMERGENCY MEDICINE | 59581 | 65934 |
| ENT | 87783 | 78790 |
| GENERAL MEDICINE | 41566 | 30852 |
| GENERAL SURGERY | 61959 | 66037 |
| NUCLEAR MEDICINE | 18470 | — |
| OBG | 56116 | 54932 |
| OPHTHALMOLOGY | 75536 | 53754 |
| ORTHOPAEDICS | 73926 | 63781 |
| PAEDIATRICS | 49872 | 48897 |
| PATHOLOGY | 130660 | 124413 |
| PSYCHIATRY | 62451 | 125716 |
| RADIATION ONCOLOGY | 43882 | 98624 |
| RADIO DIAGNOSIS | 23134 | 25608 |
| SPM | 181109 | 136242 |
| TBRD | 48826 | 65868 |
ST category cutoff ranks for MD/MS courses in government medical colleges also presented varied outcomes, with some specializations like Dermatology showing higher ranks in 2025.
| Branch/College Type | 2025 (Approx) | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Government (Radiology/Medicine) | Top 1000-3000 | Similar | Lower |
| Government Clinical Branches | 5000-15000 | 6000+ | 5000+ |
| Government Non-Clinical | 20000+ | 25000+ | 20000+ |
| Private Colleges | 50000+ | 60000+ | 50000+ |
This table summarizes the general cutoff trends for NEET PG in Maharashtra, indicating that top government clinical branches consistently require ranks within 5000-15000, with 2025 ranks being broadly similar to 2024.
Guidelines for In-Service Candidates
For in-service candidates participating in the Maharashtra NEET PG 2026 counselling, specific guidelines apply. The State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell) plays a crucial role in managing your participation, from seat distribution to publishing essential documents for your reference.
- Requirement: In-service doctors must practice according to the in-service quota where necessary.
- Seat Distribution: The CET Cell considers the ‘in-service’ category when publishing available seat lists.
- Published Information: The CET Cell publishes specific documents for in-service candidates, including merit lists and DHS annexures.
These guidelines ensure that the counselling process accurately accounts for in-service candidates, providing clarity on seat allocation and necessary documentation.
| Document Type | Date Published |
|---|---|
| NEET PG 2025 Inservice Annexure A from DHS | 11 February 2026 |
| Revised Provisional State Merit List of In-Service Candidates of NEET-PG | 11 February 2026 |
CAP Rounds and Provisional Merit Lists
The Maharashtra NEET PG 2026 admissions will be conducted online via the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) to fill 50% of PG seats. This section details the counselling mode, CAP rounds, merit list process, and important dates for your admission journey.
- Counselling Mode: Online via Centralised Admission Process (CAP)
- CAP Rounds: CAP Round 1, CAP Round 2, CAP Round 3/Mop-Up. Stray vacancies filled at institute level.
- Merit List Authority: State Merit List prepared by CET Cell Maharashtra.
- Seat Filling: CAP fills 50% of PG seats (state quota in government, state share of private/minority).
- Reporting: Selected candidates report physically as per NEET(PG) 2025 Information Brochure of State CET Cell.
- Document Verification: Admitting Institute verifies documents and ascertains eligibility as per NEET(PG) brochure before admission.
The Centralised Admission Process (CAP) is crucial for securing your PG medical seat, involving multiple rounds and strict reporting requirements. Ensure you understand the specific criteria for seat allotment and eligibility.
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Stray Vacancy Rounds | If seats remain, institutes conduct these rounds. |
| Status Retention Form | Candidates must fill this form in person by the specified deadline. |
| Physical Reporting | Deposit original documents and pay fees during physical reporting. |
| Seat Allotment Basis | Allotment is for seats approved/permitted by MCI/NMC and affiliated to MUHS, Nashik/respective university. |
| In-service Quota | Candidates without incentive marks are considered after those with incentive marks (per GR dated 19/07/2023). |
| Disqualification | You are disqualified if joined/allotted through AI/DNB/Deemed Quota up to Third Round of AIQ Counseling. |
These additional details highlight specific conditions and requirements you must meet during the counselling process, including reporting, document submission, and eligibility criteria.
| Event | Expected Window |
|---|---|
| Information brochure release | October 2026 (Expected) |
| Online registration, fee payment & document upload | Late October – early November 2026 (Expected) |
| Publication of CAP Round 1 seat matrix | November 2026 (Expected) |
| Online preference/choice filling | November 2026 (Expected) |
| Provisional merit list & CAP Round 1 selection list | Mid – late November 2026 (Expected) |
| Physical reporting & status retention at allotted college (Round 1) | Late November – early December 2026 (Expected) |
| CAP Round 2 seat matrix, choice filling & allotment | Mid December 2026 – early January 2027 (Expected) |
| CAP Round 3 / Mop-Up Round | January 2027 (Expected) |
| Stray Vacancy Round (if seats remain) | February 2027 (Expected, conducted at institute level) |
This tentative schedule outlines key dates for the upcoming counselling process, from information brochure release to the stray vacancy round. You should monitor official notifications for confirmed dates.
| Event (2025 cycle reference) | Actual Dates |
|---|---|
| CAP Round 1 concluded | 4 December 2025 |
| CAP Round 2 allotment list | 23 December 2025 |
| CAP Round 3 registration, fee payment & document upload | 4–6 January 2026 |
| CAP Round 3 choice filling | 8–10 January 2026 |
| CAP Round 3 selection list | 12 January 2026 |
| CAP Round 3 physical reporting & joining | 13–17 January 2026 |
| Stray Vacancy Round (institute-level) | February 2026 |
The 2025 cycle reference schedule provides insight into the typical timeline for the counselling process. It shows that CAP Round 1 concluded on 4 December 2025, with subsequent rounds extending into February 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the registration period for Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2026?
The online registration, fee payment, and document upload for Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2026 are expected between late October and early November 2026.
What is the total number of seats available through Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2026?
The Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2026 is for allocating over 6,000 MD/MS/PG Diploma seats across the state.
Who conducts the Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2026?
The State CET Cell, Maharashtra, under DMER Maharashtra, manages the Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2026.
What is the deadline for completing the compulsory rotating internship for Maharashtra NEET PG 2026 admissions?
Candidates must complete their 12-month compulsory rotating internship by July 31, 2026, to be eligible for Maharashtra NEET PG 2026 admissions.
Which candidates are eligible for Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2026 even if they completed MBBS outside Maharashtra?
Maharashtra domicile candidates who completed MBBS through 15% AIQ, AIIMS, or Central Institutes outside Maharashtra are eligible for the counselling.
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