Schedule for Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 Announced; Dates for Registration, Choice Selection, and Results Provided

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has officially released the schedule for the Maharashtra NEET Counselling 2026, providing crucial dates for candidates who have successfully qualified the NEET UG 2026 examination. Announced on August 6, the schedule outlines the timeline for registration, choice filling, document verification, and the release of merit lists and seat allotment results. Candidates are encouraged to visit the official CET Cell website at cetcell.mahacet.org to access the complete schedule and ensure they are prepared for the upcoming counselling process.

The first round of Maharashtra NEET Counselling will include several key events. The online registration period for MBBS and BDS programs will run from August 6 to August 12, 2026, with registration fees payable until August 13, 2026. Additionally, candidates must upload scanned copies of their original documents during this timeframe. The merit list for the counselling process will be generated following the verification of these documents, which is scheduled to take place from August 7 to August 14, 2026.

On August 15, 2026, the CET Cell will publish the list of registered candidates for Group A, along with the provisional merit list. Candidates will have the opportunity to submit any grievances regarding the merit list from August 16 to August 17, 2026. The final merit list for Group A is set to be released on August 18, 2026, marking a significant step in the counselling process.

Following the publication of the final merit list, the seat allotment process will commence. The seat matrix for Group A will be made available on August 18, 2026, and candidates can begin filling their online choices from August 19 to August 22, 2026. The declaration of the first round of seat allotment is scheduled for August 23, 2026, with physical joining at the allotted colleges taking place from August 24 to August 28, 2026.

As the counselling process unfolds, candidates are advised to stay informed and adhere to the timelines set forth by the CET Cell. This structured approach aims to facilitate a smooth admission process for aspiring medical students in Maharashtra, ensuring that all necessary steps are completed in a timely manner.