Maharashtra NEET UG Counseling Dates for 2026 to Be Announced Soon; Learn How to Register and Fill in Your Choices

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell is anticipated to announce the schedule for the NEET UG Counselling 2026 in the near future. This counselling process is crucial for candidates seeking admission to MBBS, BDS, and other undergraduate medical programs offered by various government, government-aided, private, and minority medical colleges throughout the state. Eligible candidates who have successfully qualified in the NEET UG 2026 examination will be required to complete an online registration process, which includes document verification and the selection of preferred colleges and courses.

As of now, the official notification detailing the counselling calendar has yet to be released. Once available, it will outline significant dates related to online registration, document verification, the publication of the state merit list, choice filling, seat allotment, and reporting to the allotted colleges. The counselling process is expected to commence following the release of the detailed state merit list and seat matrix, which will guide candidates in their admission journey.

To participate in the Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling, candidates must follow a series of steps once the counselling portal is activated. This includes registering with their NEET UG 2026 details, filling in academic and personal information, uploading necessary documents, paying the counselling registration fee, and submitting the application form. After the state merit list is published, eligible candidates will be able to fill and lock their college and course preferences, which is a critical step in the admission process.

During the choice filling phase, candidates are advised to carefully select their preferred colleges in order of priority, ensuring they include a sufficient number of options to enhance their chances of admission. It is essential to arrange preferences based on previous cut-off trends, location, fee structures, and category considerations. Candidates must also review their selections thoroughly before locking them, as any unlocked choices may be automatically locked by the system after the deadline.

Following the closure of the choice filling window, the CET Cell will initiate the seat allotment process based on candidates' NEET merit, reservation categories, seat availability, and the preferences submitted. Those who are allotted seats will need to download their Maharashtra NEET allotment letter and report to the designated institute within the specified timeline to complete the admission formalities, including the submission of original documents and payment of fees. Candidates who are not satisfied with their allotted seats will have the opportunity to participate in subsequent counselling rounds, adhering to the rules set forth by the Maharashtra counselling authority.