Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling Round 2 2026: Seat Allotment, Reporting & Seat Matrix

Latest Updates:

• Maharashtra NEET Counselling 2026 Round 2 Reporting has started whose last date is 18 September 2026. Check here.
• Maharashtra NEET Seat Matrix 2026 has been released for Round 2 Counselling. Check here.
• Maharashtra NEET Counselling Round 2 Seat Allotment has been released.

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, has published the CAP Round 2 Selection List for Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026. Candidates can check their seat allotment on the official portal and proceed with physical reporting at the allotted colleges whose last date is 18 September 2026. Students have to carry their original documents for verification and complete the admission formalities.

Maharashtra has enhanced its MBBS seat intake by 400 seats, bringing the total to 13099 MBBS seats in Maharashtra for 2026. The Maharashtra NEET counselling round 2 is a crucial phase in the counselling process, offering a second chance to those students looking for the allocation of seats in top medical colleges in Maharashtra. Round 2 is conducted for those students who did not get a seat in the first round of counselling, or if they want to upgrade their allotted seat for better choices.

In this blog, we will explain everything about Maharashtra NEET Counselling Round 2 and how to prepare for the counselling correctly. Understanding the latest process and preparing according to that can enhance your chances of securing a seat.

Also Read: How to Apply for MBBS Admission in Maharashtra 2026

Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling Round 2: Important Dates

Here are the Important dates of Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 counselling round 2.

Maharashtra NEET UG counselling 2026 Key Highlights

The Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 is conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra. Here is the table below about the counselling process and other details about the Maharashtra NEET 2026 counselling:

What is Maharashtra NEET UG counselling round 2 2026?

The Maharashtra NEET counselling round 2 is the second step in the process of counselling for students who want to take admission in MBBS or BDS courses in Maharashtra. 

After round 1 of counselling, students who did not get a seat or maybe not happy with the allotted college moves to round 2 of counselling. In this round, they get a chance to secure a seat and upgrade to higher preferences. This counselling process is conducted by the State CET Cell of Maharashtra.  Here are the key features of round 2.

• Fresh registration is not guaranteed each year. It is allowed only if Maharashtra State CET Cell opens a fresh registration window with the help of an official notification.
• A candidate who has already registered can fill out their fresh choice of college.
• The candidate will get the allotted seats based on their NEET rank, category, and preferences.
• If a candidate has an allotted seat in Round 1, he/she can participate in Round 2 for upgradation.
• If a candidate has an allotted seat in Round 2 and accepts it, his/her previous seat will be automatically cancelled.
• If a candidate has got his/her desired college. They can confirm their admission by reporting to the college with all the required documents and fees.

Maharashtra NEET Counselling Round 2 2026: Seat Matrix

Refer to the table below to know Maharashtra NEET Counselling Round 2 2026 seat matrix.

How to prepare for Maharashtra NEET counselling round 2 2026?

In round 2 of  Maharashtra counselling, the students get their preferred college based on their rank based on NEET rank and the availability of the seats. Here is the detailed breakdown of the step-by-step process of round 2 counseling of Maharashtra NEET UG:

Ensure eligibility

• A candidate must qualify for the minimum NEET score.
• A candidate must be a permanent resident of Maharashtra or have completed their 10th and 12th in Maharashtra.
• A candidate’s age must be at least 17 years old on December 31 of the admission year.

Fresh choice submission

• A candidate needs to submit new preferences for colleges and courses in round 2.
• A candidate must fill their choice according to the NEET rank and availability of the seat.

Merit-based allotment

• A candidate gets the allotted seat based on NTA NEET UG 2026 rank and the preferences they submit.
• A candidate who gets the highest gets the first preference as per the merit, seat availability, reservation and preferences.

Seat availability

The seats available in round 2 depend on:

• If there are vacant seats left after round 1.
• If the allotted seat was not joined by the candidate in Round 1.
• If a candidate wants the upgrade for a higher preference, his/her seat will remain vacant.

Allotment of higher preference

• If a candidate chooses the upgradation in Round 1, he/she will be eligible for a higher preference seat in round 2.
• If a better seat is available in the candidate’s preference list, he/she will be allotted that.
• If a better seat is not available, he/she will retain their previous allotment (round 1).

Result declaration

• The result of round 2 allotted seats will be published on the official Maharashtra State CET Cell portal.
• A candidate can log in by using their credentials to check the allotment status.

Reporting to the allotted college

• If a candidate has been allotted the seat, download the provisional letter from the official portal.
• A candidate must report to the colleges within the stipulated time.
• If a candidate fails to report to the college, his/her seat will be automatically cancelled or forfeited.

Document verification and admission

• A candidate must carry all the required original documents and photocopies to the allotted college.
• A candidate needs to verify the documents, pay the admission fees, and confirm their seat

Upgradation after round 2

Eligibility for the Mop-Up Round is based on the Maharashtra State CET Cell notification for that counselling cycle.

Documents required for Maharashtra NEET UG counselling round 2 2026

Here are the details of the documents required for admission in round 2 of NEET counselling in Maharashtra. Keep the documents ready to avoid last-minute panic. Always verify the official website to know the documents needed for Maharashtra NEET Counselling 2026.

• S.S.C. (or equivalent) passing certificate
• H.S.C. (or equivalent) examination mark sheet
• NEET UG 2026 Admit Card
• NEET UG 2026 Score Card
• Nationality certificate
• Domicile Certificate
• Medical fitness certificate according to information Brochure Annexure
• Caste Validity Certificate (SEBC, OBC, SBC, SC, ST, VJ/DT-NT(A), NT(B), NT(C), NT(D))
• Leaving certificate or Transfer certificate
• Caste Certificate (SC, ST, VJ/DT-NT(A), NT(B), NT(C), NT(D), SEBC, OBC, SBC)
• Non-Creamy layer Certificate (VJ/DT-NT(A), NT(B), NT(C), NT(D), SEBC, OBC, SBC)
• Economically Weaker Section
• Certificate as per Maharashtra State Format only
• Central Govt. Format not accepted.
• Orphan Certificate
• Certificate from Women and Child Welfare Department
• Person with Benchmark Disability
• Certificate issued by Authorized Medical Board declared by MCC
• Aadhaar Card, PAN Card or Passport
• Domicile certificate
• Domicile of Maharashtra certificate of Defence person (if applicable), etc.

Important tips for round 2 counselling success 2026

Here are the important tips for the candidate for their success in round 2 counselling:

• A candidate must check the counselling guidelines carefully on the Maharashtra State CET Cell website.
• A candidate must check the latest seat availability in round 2.
• A candidate must arrange their documents in advance to avoid last-minute panic.
• A candidate must research colleges according to the cutoffs, infrastructure, faculty, etc.
• A candidate must analyse previous year cutoffs for realistic choices.
• A candidate must seek expert guidance or consult counselors or professionals.

Maharashtra Counselling Round 2 2026: FAQs

Ques: What happens to my Round 1 seat if I upgrade?

Ans: The Round 1 seat of candidates remains secured until the candidate gets a better seat and has joined in Round 2. After it gets upgraded and accepted, the earlier allotted seat gets automatically cancelled by the counselling authority.

Ques: What is the lowest NEET cutoff for MBBS in Maharashtra?

Ans: The lowest NEET score to secure a MBBS seat in Maharashtra reached 114 marks in the private institutional quotas as well as 115 marks under specialized government categories such as orphans during late stray vacancy rounds. For regular general merit quotas, the government college cutoffs stay much more, normally around 504-550 marks.

Ques: Do I need to register again for round 2 of Maharashtra NEET UG counselling?

Ans: No, you do not need to register again if you have already registered in round 1. Fresh registration is allowed only if the Maharashtra State CET Cell officially opens a new registration window.

Ques: Do the round 1 choices carry forward to Round 2?

Ans: Applicants must follow the Maharashtra State CET Cell notification. If a fresh option-entry window is opened, they might change or submit new college as well as course preferences for the second round.

Ques: Can I participate in Round 2 if I did not secure my seat in Round 1?

Ans: Yes, you can participate in Round 2 if you have been allotted a seat in Round 1 and this must be done by following the rules of Maharashtra State CET Cell schedule as well as counselling for 2026.