The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell has officially commenced the registration process for NEET UG Counselling 2026 under the Centralised Admission Process for admission to MBBS and BDS programmes across the state. Eligible candidates seeking admission to undergraduate medical and dental courses for the academic year 2026–27 can submit their applications until August 12, 2026.
The counselling process is being conducted for candidates who have qualified in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate and wish to secure admission to participating government, government aided, municipal and eligible private medical and dental colleges in Maharashtra.
The Centralised Admission Process has been introduced to ensure that admissions are conducted in a transparent, merit based and systematic manner. Candidates will be considered for seat allocation based on their NEET UG scores, eligibility criteria, reservation policies and preferences submitted during the counselling process.
Applicants are required to complete the online registration within the specified deadline and provide accurate personal, academic and examination details. They must also upload the necessary documents as prescribed by the Maharashtra CET Cell for verification. Any incorrect or incomplete information may affect the admission process.
Following the completion of registration, the authorities will verify the submitted documents and prepare a merit list based on NEET UG performance and applicable eligibility conditions. Candidates included in the merit list will be eligible to participate in the seat allocation rounds conducted under the Centralised Admission Process.
During the counselling process, candidates will have the opportunity to select their preferred medical or dental colleges and courses. Seat allotment will depend on several factors, including NEET rank, category, reservation criteria, seat availability and the choices submitted by each applicant.
Candidates who receive a seat allotment must complete the admission formalities within the stipulated timeline. This generally includes document verification, payment of the prescribed admission fee and reporting to the allotted institution. Failure to complete these requirements within the specified period may result in cancellation of the allotted seat.
Medical admissions remain among the most competitive admission processes in India, with thousands of candidates competing for a limited number of MBBS and BDS seats each year. The Centralised Admission Process is designed to provide equal opportunities to eligible candidates while maintaining transparency and fairness throughout the admission cycle.
The Maharashtra CET Cell advises candidates to carefully read all eligibility requirements, counselling instructions and admission guidelines before submitting their applications. Applicants should also regularly monitor official notifications regarding merit lists, counselling schedules, seat allotment results and reporting deadlines.
Students are encouraged to keep all required documents ready, including educational certificates, NEET scorecard, identity proof, category certificates where applicable and other supporting documents specified by the admission authority. Proper documentation helps ensure a smooth verification process during counselling.
Education experts recommend that candidates carefully prioritise their college preferences after considering factors such as academic reputation, infrastructure, clinical training facilities, location, faculty and previous admission trends. Thoughtful choice filling can improve the chances of securing admission to a preferred institution.
The commencement of Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 marks an important step for aspiring medical and dental students seeking admission for the upcoming academic year. With the application window remaining open until August 12, eligible candidates are advised to complete the registration process well before the deadline to avoid last minute technical issues.
The counselling process will continue through multiple rounds based on seat availability and admission requirements, ensuring that eligible candidates receive opportunities to secure seats in medical and dental colleges across Maharashtra for the 2026–27 academic session.