Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling: The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has released the online stray vacancy round schedule for MBBS and BDS (Group A) admissions. The first seat matrix will be published on 14 October 2026. Eligible candidates can fill fresh college choices from 15 to 16 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
Direct Link to Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling Schedule
Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Counselling Authority | Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell |
| Examination | NEET UG 2026 |
| Admission Courses | MBBS and BDS (Group A) |
| Academic Year | 2026-27 |
| Notice Number | Notice No. 23 |
| Notice Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Counselling Round | Online Stray Vacancy Rounds 1, 2 and 3 |
| Final Joining Date | 26 October 2026 |
| Official Website | Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Portal |
Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Stray Vacancy Round Schedule
| Counselling Activity | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Round 1 Seat Matrix Publication | 14 October 2026 |
| Round 1 Online Choice Filling | 15 to 16 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Round 1 Selection List | 17 October 2026 |
| Round 1 College Reporting and Joining | 18 to 20 October 2026, up to 5:30 PM |
| Last Date to Resign Without Penalty | 20 October 2026, up to 5:30 PM |
| Round 2 Seat Matrix and Choice Filling | 20 to 21 October 2026, up to 10:00 AM |
| Round 2 Selection List | 21 October 2026 |
| Round 2 College Reporting and Joining | 22 to 23 October 2026, up to 5:30 PM |
| Round 3 Seat Matrix and Choice Filling | 23 to 24 October 2026, up to 10:00 AM |
| Round 3 Selection List | 24 October 2026 |
| Round 3 College Reporting and Joining | 25 to 26 October 2026, up to 5:30 PM |
| Final Joining Deadline as per MCC | 26 October 2026 |
How to Fill Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Stray Vacancy Round Choices
Eligible, previously registered candidates must submit fresh choices for the stray vacancy round. Choices filled during CAP Round 3 will not be considered for Stray Vacancy Round 1.
- Visit the official Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 counselling portal.
- Read Notice No. 23 and the relevant counselling instructions.
- Check the published seat matrix for the applicable stray vacancy round.
- Access the online preference or choice-filling facility during the scheduled dates.
- Fill fresh preferences for colleges where you intend to take admission.
- Complete the choice-filling process within the applicable deadline.
- Check the selection list on the scheduled date.
Important Instructions for Maharashtra NEET UG Stray Vacancy Round 2026
- New registration is not allowed for the online stray vacancy rounds.
- Fresh choice filling is compulsory for each applicable stray vacancy round.
- Choices entered during CAP Round 3 will not be considered for Stray Vacancy Round 1.
- Candidates allotted a seat in Stray Vacancy Round 1 cannot participate in further stray vacancy rounds.
- Joining an allotted seat during the stray vacancy rounds is mandatory.
- Candidates must carry all original documents and pay the required admission fees when reporting.
- 20 October 2026, up to 5:30 PM, is the prescribed deadline for resignation without penalty. Cancellation after this deadline attracts a penalty under the information brochure.
- Participating colleges have been directed to treat Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted holidays as working days during the counselling schedule.