Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 stray vacancy seat matrix has been released by the Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell for MBBS and BDS admissions. The provisional Round 1 seat matrix, dated 16 October 2026, is available on the official counselling portal at medical2026.mahacet.org. Eligible candidates can fill fresh college and course preferences from 17 to 18 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM.
Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Admission Name | Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell |
| Entrance Examination | NEET UG 2026 |
| Academic Session | 2026-27 |
| Courses Covered | MBBS and BDS |
| Course Group | Group A |
| Counselling Stage | Online Stray Vacancy Round 1 |
| Seat Matrix Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Choice Filling Start Date | 17 October 2026 |
| Choice Filling Mode | Online |
| Official Counselling Portal | Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Portal |
Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Stray Vacancy Seat Matrix PDF Download
| Document | Official Download Link |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra NEET UG Stray Vacancy Round 1 Seat Matrix PDF | Download Official Seat Matrix |
| Revised Stray Vacancy Counselling Schedule - Notice No. 27 | Download Revised Schedule |
Maharashtra NEET UG 2026
| Event | Revised Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Round 1 Seat Matrix Publication | 16 October 2026 |
| Round 1 Fresh Choice Filling | 17 to 18 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Round 1 Selection List | 19 October 2026 |
| Round 1 Physical Joining | 20 to 21 October 2026, up to 5:30 PM |
| Last Date to Resign Without Penalty | 21 October 2026, up to 5:30 PM |
| Round 2 Seat Matrix and Fresh Choice Filling | 21 to 22 October 2026, up to 11:00 AM |
| Round 2 Selection List | 22 October 2026 |
| Round 2 Physical Joining | 23 to 24 October 2026, up to 5:30 PM |
| Round 3 Seat Matrix and Fresh Choice Filling | 24 to 25 October 2026, up to 11:00 AM |
| Round 3 Selection List | 25 October 2026 |
| Round 3 Physical Joining | 26 October 2026 |
| Final Joining Date | 26 October 2026 |
How to Download Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Stray Vacancy Seat Matrix?
Candidates can download the provisional MBBS/BDS vacancy PDF from the official Maharashtra NEET UG admission portal.
- Visit medical2026.mahacet.org/NEET-UG-2026/login.
- Find the notification titled "Provisional Seat Matrix for MBBS/BDS Courses".
- Open the provisional seat matrix for Online Stray Vacancy Round 1.
- Check the college codes, seat categories and vacancy figures.
- Download the PDF for reference during choice filling.
How to Fill Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Stray Vacancy Preferences?
The online preference-filling facility is available to candidates eligible for the stray vacancy round. Applicants must submit their college and course choices in the order of preference.
- Open the official Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 counselling portal.
- Access the candidate login facility using the required credentials.
- Open the online preference or choice-filling facility for the stray vacancy round.
- Review the provisional MBBS/BDS seat matrix and applicable categories.
- Select eligible courses and colleges in the preferred order.
- Check the college fees and other admission conditions before finalising the preferences.
- Review the submitted choices carefully and complete the online submission.
- Make any permitted changes before 18 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Important Maharashtra NEET UG Stray Vacancy Rules 2026
The CET Cell has prescribed important instructions for candidates participating in the online stray vacancy process.
- Fresh choice filling is mandatory for each stray vacancy round.
- Allotment is based on merit and submitted preferences.
- Previously submitted choices do not automatically carry forward.
- No new registration is available during the stray vacancy rounds.
- Candidates can modify preferences within the prescribed choice-filling window.
- Joining an allotted stray vacancy seat is mandatory.
- Colleges and candidates must follow the revised reporting deadlines.
- Admission fees may be paid through Demand Draft or NEFT/RTGS according to the official instructions.