Maharashtra NEET UG 2026: Round 1 Seat Allotment Results Declared

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has officially published the Round 1 seat allotment results for the NEET UG 2026 counselling process. Students who participated in this phase can now access their allotment status through the official state counselling portals to determine their assigned medical or dental college.

This announcement marks a significant step for thousands of aspirants seeking admission into MBBS and BDS programmes across the state. Candidates are advised to verify their allotment details thoroughly, ensuring that their personal information, NEET UG rank, application number, and category are accurately reflected in the released documentation.

Accessing Allotment Results and Next Steps

To view the results, candidates should visit the official website at cetcell.maharashtra.org. Once on the portal, users need to navigate to the UG Medical section and select the link designated for the MBBS and BDS course seat allotment. The results are provided in a downloadable PDF format, which serves as the primary record for the first round of the Centralised Admission Process (CAP).

Following the publication of the results, the CET Cell has outlined a strict timeline for the next phase of the admission process. Candidates who have been successfully allotted a seat are required to complete the physical reporting process at their respective institutions. This mandatory physical joining period commences on August 31, 2026, and concludes on September 4, 2026, at 5:30 pm. Failure to report to the allotted college within this specified window may impact the candidate's admission status.

Counselling Overview and Seat Capacity

The Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 counselling process is being conducted primarily through an online mode to streamline seat distribution. This year, the state is managing the allocation of 9,000 MBBS seats and 3,526 BDS seats. While the majority of the counselling stages are handled digitally, the final round typically involves direct institute-level reporting and document verification.

Candidates are encouraged to keep their allotment letters and necessary documentation ready for the physical reporting phase. For any updates regarding subsequent rounds or further instructions from the CET Cell, students should monitor the official websites at cetcell.maharashtra.org and medical2026.mahacet.org regularly.