Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Seat Matrix Released Ahead of CAP Round 1

The State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Maharashtra, has officially released the seat matrix for the NEET UG 2026 counselling process. This crucial document provides a comprehensive breakdown of available MBBS and BDS seats across various medical and dental colleges throughout the state, offering transparency for students preparing for the upcoming admission rounds.

The publication of the seat matrix on August 25 serves as a vital resource for candidates who have successfully registered for the counselling process and appear on the eligible merit list. By reviewing this data, students can make informed decisions regarding their college and course preferences, ensuring their choices align with the actual availability of seats under different categories and institutional quotas.

Accessing the Seat Matrix and Upcoming Deadlines

To access the detailed seat matrix, candidates should visit the official Maharashtra CET Cell NEET UG counselling portal. Once on the website, students can navigate to the NEET UG 2026 counselling section to locate the link under the latest notifications or the CAP Round 1 area. The document is available in PDF format, allowing candidates to download and review specific details, including the name of the institution, the course offered, total seat counts, and the distribution of seats based on reservation and institutional quotas.

The release of the seat matrix is timed to assist students ahead of the CAP Round 1 choice-filling process. According to the official schedule, the window for submitting college and course preferences is set to open on August 26, 2026. Candidates are advised to carefully evaluate the seat availability before finalizing their selections. The deadline for completing the choice-filling process is August 29, 2026. It is essential for all eligible participants to submit their preferences within this designated timeframe to be considered for the first round of seat allotment.