Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling is conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell (Maharashtra CET Cell) for admission to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BPTH, BOT, and other undergraduate medical courses offered in government, private, aided, and minority institutions across the state.
If you have qualified NEET UG 2026 and wish to participate in Maharashtra medical admissions, this guide will walk you through the complete counselling process—from registration to final admission.
✅ Eligibility Criteria (Before You Start Filling)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
| NEET Qualification | Must have qualified NEET UG with the required percentile |
| Age Limit | Minimum 17 years as on 31st December of the admission year |
| Educational Qualification | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology & English |
| Domicile | Required for Maharashtra State Quota seats |
| Category Certificate | Required for reserved category candidates |
⚠️ Candidates who do not fulfill the eligibility criteria may not be considered for admission.
📂 Documents Required Before You Begin Form Filling
Keep these scanned copies ready (JPEG/PDF format):
NEET UG Admit Card
NEET UG Scorecard
Class 10 Marksheet & Certificate
Class 12 Marksheet & Passing Certificate
Nationality Certificate
Domicile Certificate
School Leaving Certificate
Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) – if applicable
Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (if applicable)
EWS Certificate (if applicable)
PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Aadhaar Card
Passport Size Photograph
Candidate Signature
⚠️ Ensure all documents are clear and uploaded in the prescribed format.
🖥️ Step-by-Step Form Filling Process
Step 1 – Registration
Visit the official Maharashtra CET Cell counselling portal.
Click on "NEET UG Counselling Registration 2026".
Select "New Candidate Registration".
Enter:
NEET Roll Number
NEET Application Number
Date of Birth
Mobile Number
Email ID
After successful registration, login credentials will be generated.
Step 2 – Fill Personal Details
Enter the following details carefully:
Candidate Name
Father's Name
Mother's Name
Gender
Category
Date of Birth
Nationality
Correspondence Address
Permanent Address
Domicile Information
⚠️ Ensure all details match your official documents.
Step 3 – Fill Academic & NEET Details
Provide:
NEET Score
NEET Rank
NEET Percentile
Qualifying Status
Class 12 Board
Year of Passing
PCB Marks
Double-check all information before proceeding.
Step 4 – Upload Documents
Upload all required documents in the prescribed format.
✔ Recent passport-size photograph
✔ Clear candidate signature
✔ Valid domicile and category certificates
✔ Readable educational documents
⚠️ Incorrect or blurry uploads may lead to rejection during verification.
Step 5 – Payment of Registration Fee
Pay the prescribed registration fee through online mode.
Accepted Payment Methods
Debit Card
Credit Card
Net Banking
UPI
⚠️ Registration will be considered complete only after successful fee payment.
Step 6 – Document Verification
Candidates must complete document verification as per the CET Cell schedule.
Verify:
Name
Category
Domicile Status
Academic Details
NEET Information
Any discrepancy should be corrected within the specified timeline.
Step 7 – Choice Filling & Preference Submission
Select colleges and courses according to your preference.
Important Instructions
Arrange colleges in priority order.
Fill maximum possible choices.
Save preferences regularly.
Review all selections before final submission.
⚠️ Seat allotment depends on the order of preferences filled by the candidate.
📅 Tentative Counselling Schedule
| Event | Expected Timeline |
|---|---|
| Registration Starts | After NEET UG Result Declaration |
| Last Date of Registration | As per official notification |
| Document Verification | After registration |
| State Merit List Release | Following verification |
| Choice Filling & Preference Submission | After merit list publication |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | As per counselling schedule |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | Following Round 1 |
| Round 3 / Mop-Up Round | For vacant seats |
| Stray Vacancy Round | If seats remain vacant |
| Reporting to College | After seat allotment |
🔔 Candidates should regularly visit the official counselling portal for updates.
🧠 Expert Tips to Avoid Rejection
| Common Mistake | How to Avoid |
|---|---|
| Incorrect NEET Details | Verify NEET Roll Number and Rank carefully |
| Name Mismatch | Use the same name as on official certificates |
| Invalid Domicile Certificate | Upload valid and updated documents |
| Missing Documents | Verify checklist before submission |
| Blurry Uploads | Use clear scanned copies |
| Wrong College Preferences | Carefully arrange colleges in priority order |
📍 After Form Filling – What Next?
State Merit List Release
The Maharashtra CET Cell will publish the state merit list based on:
NEET Rank
Category
Reservation Rules
Eligibility Criteria
Seat Allotment
Seats are allotted based on:
NEET Rank
Candidate Category
Reservation Policy
College Preferences
Seat Availability
Reporting to College
If allotted a seat:
✔ Download Allotment Letter
✔ Complete document verification
✔ Pay admission fees
✔ Report to the allotted institute
If not allotted a seat, participate in the next counselling round.
🔗 Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Maharashtra CET Cell Website | cetcell.mahacet.org |
| Maharashtra NEET Counselling Portal | medical2026.mahacet.org (when activated) |
| NEET UG Official Website | neet.nta.nic.in |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Is NEET mandatory for MBBS admission in Maharashtra?
✅ Yes. NEET UG qualification is compulsory for MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and other medical courses.
Q2. Who conducts Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling?
✅ The State Common Entrance Test Cell (Maharashtra CET Cell) conducts the counselling process.
Q3. Is domicile mandatory for State Quota seats?
✅ Yes. Candidates applying under the Maharashtra State Quota must satisfy domicile requirements prescribed by the state government.
Q4. Can I edit my choices after submission?
📌 Candidates can modify preferences within the choice-filling period announced by the counselling authority.
Q5. Can I participate in multiple counselling rounds?
✅ Yes. Eligible candidates can participate in Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round.
📢 Final Words
Filling the Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling form correctly is one of the most important steps toward securing a medical seat. Even a small mistake in registration, document verification, or preference filling can affect your admission chances.
Review every detail carefully before submission, keep all required documents ready, and stay updated with official notifications released by the Maharashtra CET Cell.
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