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Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025

Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025, will be organised by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Mumbai, for MD, MS, and Diploma courses at medical colleges in the state of Maharashtra. It will be for admission into State Government, Corporation, State and Central Government aided, Unaided Private, and Minority Medical Institutions providing Postgraduate medical seats in a state quota (50%) for the academic year 2025-26.

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Maharashtra has roughly 63 Postgraduate medical institutions with around 5,796 PG seats in different specialties.

All candidates, who are eligible in the NEET PG 2025 for Post Graduate Medical education, seeking Post Graduate Medical education in Maharashtra must register online on the official website (www.mahacet.org) from October 31, 2025, to November 7, 2025, till 11:59 PM.

The counselling procedure will be held in 4 or more rounds depending on the available seats in the Centralized Admissions Process (CAP). After the completion of each round of counselling, candidates are allocated seats based on their NEET PG rank, merit, and based on choice filled by the candidates. In each round, including Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and the Online Stray Vacancy Round, candidates must submit new preferences. 

The Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling will ensure deserving and eligible candidates are competing fairly, transparently, objectively, and solely on merit for a postgraduate medical seat in the government and private medical colleges of Maharashtra.

Latest News & Notifications – Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025

This section will be your one-stop hub for all fresh and important updates related to Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling from counselling schedules and seat matrix releases to fee structure changes, debarment lists, and more.

Notification / UpdateDetails / What to Look ForDate / Source (when available)
Official Brochure ReleaseThe detailed brochure (including rules, seat matrix, schedule) is published.Click Here
Counselling ScheduleDates for registration, choice filling, allotment, reporting, stray vacancy rounds, etc.Click Here
Seat Matrix PublicationNumber of seats in each college under different categoriesClick Here
Fee Structure NotificationGovernment/Private college tuition fee rules, security money changesClick Here
Debarment / Withdrawal ListNames of candidates debarred for violating rules (e.g. not reporting after allotment)Click Here
Extension / Revised DeadlinesExtensions in registration, choice filling or reporting deadlinesClick Here

Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 Highlights

Here’s a quick overview of the key details and important information for Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025. This table helps aspirants understand the process, eligibility, and seat details:

ParameterDetails
Counselling NameMaharashtra NEET PG Counselling
Counselling TypeNEET PG Counselling
Conducting AuthorityState Common Entrance Test Cell, Mumbai
Courses OfferedMD, MS, PG Diploma
Total PG CollegesApprox. 63 (Government + Private)
Total PG SeatsApprox. 5796
NEET PG Exam Date3rd Aug, 2025
NEET PG Exam Result Date19th Aug, 2025
State Counselling Start Date31st Oct, 2025
EligibilityNEET PG 2025 qualified candidates fulfilling state-specific criteria
Official Websitewww.mahacet.org

Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 Schedule

Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 schedule has been officially released by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Mumbai. Candidates must carefully follow the dates for registration, document upload, choice filling, and seat allotment to secure admission to MD, MS, and Diploma courses under the state quota. Below is the detailed schedule for the counselling process:

Sr. No.ActivityDates
1Publication of Information Brochure for NEET PG 202531/10/2025
2Online Registration & Application for NEET PG 2025 (MD/MS/Diploma)31/10/2025 to 11/11/2025 (up to 11:59 PM)
3Payment of Registration Fees (Non-refundable Rs. 3000/-) and Security Deposit through online payment gateway. Only candidates who complete payment will be considered for counselling.31/10/2025 to 11/11/2025 (up to 11:59 PM)
4Uploading of all required scanned original documents (in color PDF format) after successful payment. Uploading within the given period is mandatory.31/10/2025 to 11/11/2025 (up to 11:59 PM)
5Publication of Seat Matrix for CAP Round 110/11/2025
6Publication of General List of Registered Candidates (including In-service, NRI, PWD, Orphan)10/11/2025
7Publication of Common Provisional State Merit List & In-service State Merit List10/11/2025
8Online Preference/Choice Form Filling Process for CAP Round 111/11/2025 to 13/11/2025 (up to 11:59 PM)
9Declaration of First Selection List (CAP Round 1)15/11/2025
10Physical Reporting and Submission of Status Retention Form with All Original Documents and Payment of Fees (DD/Cheque/Online) at the allotted college16/11/2025 to 20/11/2025 (up to 05:30 PM)

Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 Eligibility Criteria

State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra has defined a detailed set of eligibility criteria for candidates applying for MD, MS, and Diploma courses under the State Quota and Institutional Quota through NEET PG 2025. Candidates must meet all the required academic, domicile, and category conditions to be considered for admission. Below is a detailed summary of the eligibility criteria for Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025:

CriteriaDetails
NationalityCandidate must be an Indian National. Proof can be established through a Nationality Certificate, valid Indian Passport, or School Leaving Certificate of HSC/12th standard mentioning nationality as “Indian.”
NRI EligibilityOnly Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) are eligible for maximum 15% NRI quota seats in unaided private or private minority medical colleges, subject to fulfillment of NRI status and other conditions (Annexure–O).
OCI EligibilityOverseas Citizens of India (OCI) are eligible for State Quota seats in Government, Corporation, Aided, and Private unaided colleges, and also for 15% NRI quota seats, provided they obtained OCI status before 04/03/2021 and completed MBBS from a medical college in Maharashtra.
Educational QualificationMust have passed final MBBS degree from a medical college situated in Maharashtra, affiliated with MUHS or a Deemed University recognized under UGC Act, 1956, and completed one-year internship by 31st July 2025.
Registration RequirementCandidate must hold provisional or permanent registration from NMC (National Medical Commission), erstwhile MCI, MMC (Maharashtra Medical Council), or other State Medical Councils.
Domicile CriteriaCandidates domiciled in Maharashtra but who completed MBBS under 15% All India Quota in Government Medical Colleges/AIIMS/Central Institutes outside Maharashtra are eligible if they produce a domicile certificate and a certificate from the college dean confirming admission under the 15% AIQ.
Medical FitnessThe candidate must be medically fit as per prescribed standards.
NEET PG QualificationCandidates must have appeared and been declared eligible in NEET PG 2025 conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE).
Minimum Qualifying PercentileGeneral & EWS Category: 50th percentile SC/ST/OBC/Constitutional Reservation Category (including PWD): 40th percentile General & EWS with PWD: 45th percentile
Ineligible CandidatesCandidates who fail to obtain the minimum qualifying percentile or have MBBS degrees from foreign universities are not eligible for Maharashtra NEET PG 2025 counselling.
Category CertificatesReserved category candidates must produce valid Caste Certificate, Caste Validity Certificate, and Non-Creamy Layer Certificate/EWS Certificate in the State Government format. Failure to do so will result in consideration under the Open Category.
Bond Completion RequirementCandidates who have completed MBBS from Government or Corporation Medical Colleges must complete mandatory bond service as per State Government norms. Candidates can appear for NEET PG for two years without bond completion; after that, they must produce a bond release certificate or pay the penalty.
In-Service CandidatesMust have No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their establishment and fulfill criteria laid down by the Public Health Department, Government of Maharashtra. Eligible in-service candidates may receive up to 30% additional marks as an incentive for service in remote or difficult areas.
Selection BasisAdmission is strictly based on NEET PG 2025 merit and preferences entered by candidates during the counselling rounds.

Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 Online Registration Process

The process of Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 for  State  Quota and Institutional Quota seats shall be coordinated by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra through the online registration method at www.mahacet.org. Any candidate who obtained the required score in NEET PG 2025, and desires to get admission for MD, MS, and Diploma courses in Government, Corporation,  Government Aided, Private, and Minority medical colleges, statewide, is eligible.  Here is the complete registration process along with the application fees, refundable deposit, and important notes.

Access the Official Website

  • Go to the website www.mahacet.org, and click on the link titled “Apply Online for NEET-PG-2025.” 

Input Basic Information 

  • Provide personal details including name, dob, mobile phone number, and email id. 
  • The OTP will be sent to the registered mobile phone number and email to verify the user.

Complete the Application Form 

  • Carefully and accurately fill in all required information. 
  • The system will check the required fields before submitting.

Accept the Declaration 

  • The candidates will have to accept the “Declaration by Candidate” by acknowledging that all information is accurate and has read and accepts all rules of NEET PG 2025. After accepting, click “I Agree.” 

Create Password and Submit Form

  • Candidates will be prompted to set a password before submitting the form.
  • Verify all entries, as no corrections are allowed after final submission.

Pay the Application Fee and Deposit

  • Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 3,000 through the online payment gateway.
  • Additionally, candidates must pay a refundable security deposit as per the table below.

Refundable Security Deposit for NEET PG 2025

Type of CandidateDeposit for Government/Corporation/Government-Aided Institutes (Rs.)Deposit for Government + Private/Minority Institutes (Rs.)
Candidate without constitutional reservation25,0001,00,000
Candidate with constitutional reservation12,5001,00,000

Scheme of Refundable Security Deposit

RoundCandidate StatusRefundable Deposit Status
End of Round 2Candidate joined in Round 1 or 2Kept as deposit for remaining rounds
Allotted in Round 2 but did not joinForfeited
Not allotted in Round 2Kept as deposit for remaining rounds
Round 3Allotted & JoinedRefunded after completion of process
Allotted & Not JoinedForfeited
Not allottedKept as deposit for remaining rounds
Online Stray Vacancy RoundAllotted & JoinedRefunded after completion of process
Allotted & Not JoinedForfeited
Not allottedRefunded after the final round

NEET PG Cut Off 2025

To participate in the counselling, candidates must qualify in NEET PG 2025 with the required percentile as set by NBE/MoHFW/NMC: 

CategoryQualifying PercentileCutoff Score
General/EWS/WESM50th Percentile276
SC/ST (including PwD/WESM of SC/ST)40th Percentile235
UR PwD45th Percentile255

Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 Online Document Uploading Process

After registering and paying fees online, candidates taking part in the Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 are required to upload their documents online through the official site www.mahacet.org. The uploading of documents will ensure the verification of candidates’ eligibility prior to assigning candidates postgraduate medical courses to a given seat. 

Log in to the official portal

  • The candidates will be able to log into the State CET Cell website using their registered username and password created throughout the online registration.

Find the document upload section 

  • Once logged in, the candidates will find the document upload section. 
  • Then upload all documents under the respective categories presented in the portal.

Upload scanned copies self-attested 

  • The candidates would have to upload their scanned copies of the documents to PDF. 
  • Each document has to be self-attended before uploading. 
  • The candidates should ensure the documents are clear, readable, and within the limits presented on the portal.

Confirm before submitting 

  • The candidates should check everything before submitting that all documents are uploaded correctly. 
  • Once submitted they will not be able to change or re-upload any documents. 

Mandatory Step for Counselling Participation

  • Uploading of documents within the given timeline is mandatory for inclusion in the State Merit List and for further seat allotment. Candidates who fail to upload documents will not be considered for counselling rounds.

List of Documents to be Uploaded

  1. Online downloaded Application Form of State NEET PG 2025 (Mandatory)
  2. NEET PG 2025 Admit Card (Downloaded from NBE website)
  3. Photo ID Proof – Any one of Driving License / PAN Card / Passport
  4. NEET PG 2025 Result / Mark Sheet (Downloaded from NBE website)
  5. Nationality Certificate / Valid Passport / School Leaving Certificate indicating nationality as “Indian”
  6. MBBS Degree / Passing Certificate (Issued by University or Institute)
  7. Internship Completion Certificate (From University or Head of Institution as per Annexure J)
  8. Permanent / Provisional Registration Certificate (Issued by MMC or other State Medical Council / NMC)
  9. College Recognition Certificate (From Head of Institute confirming NMC/MCI recognition)
  10. Medical Fitness Certificate (As per prescribed format – Annexure M)
  11. Receipt of Online Fee Payment (Proof of payment of Rs. 3000 and refundable deposit)

Additional Documents (If Applicable)

  1. Caste Certificate (For reserved category candidates)
  2. Caste Validity Certificate (For candidates claiming category benefit)
  3. Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (For VJ, NT, OBC, SEBC & SBC categories; valid till 31/03/2026 or later)
  4. EWS Certificate (For candidates claiming EWS reservation for AY 2025–26)
  5. All India Quota / AIIMS / Central Govt. Institute Selection Letter (For candidates admitted under 15% AIQ / AIIMS / Central Institutes)
  6. Medical Disability Certificate (For Persons with Disability candidates)
  7. Bond Release Certificate (From DMER, Mumbai as per Rule 8.13)
  8. NOC from Directorate of Health Services (For in-service candidates)
  9. Orphan Certificate (From competent authority, if applicable)
  10. NRI Documents (For candidates applying under NRI quota)

Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 – Online Preference Filling Process

Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 admission process will be held online only through the Preference Form available on www.mahacet.org. There will be no offline preference form.

Eligible candidates can fill their preferences separately for Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and the Online Stray Vacancy Round.

  • Candidates can choose from Government, Corporation, Government-Aided, and Private/Minority Colleges, depending on the deposit paid during registration.
  • Seat allotment will be based on the State Merit Rank and the preferences submitted.
  • Candidates can edit their preferences multiple times before submission. Once submitted, changes are not allowed.
  • Preferences filled for a round apply only to that round, except for stray vacancy preferences, which may carry forward.
  • Those responsible for seat lapse in the last two years cannot apply.
  • There will be four or more online CAP rounds, depending on seat availability.

Preference Code Structure

Each subject–college combination has a four-digit code followed by a suffix showing the quota type:

  1. S – State Quota
  2. I – Institutional Quota
  3. N – NRI Quota

NRI Quota Guidelines

  • NRI candidates or wards must claim NRI status and choose preferences with the ‘N’ suffix.
  • Non-NRI candidates can also select NRI seats. If left vacant, these may be allotted based on merit, but the NRI fee will apply.

Filling the Preference Form

  • Enter the most preferred college and subject code first, followed by others.
  • Enter the four-digit code with suffix (S/I/N) correctly.
  • Candidates can fill at least one preference.
  • If no preferences are submitted for a round, the candidate will be excluded from that round.
  • Preferences will not carry forward to later rounds, except for the Online Stray Vacancy Round.

Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 – Selection Process

Those who successfully have qualified for NEET PG 2025 will be eligible to take part in the Maharashtra State Counselling organized by the State CET Cell for admission to MD, MS, and PG Diploma courses under the State Quota.

  • Registration: Candidates will have to register online on the portal before Round 1 or Round 3. The registration is valid for all rounds. 
  • Rounds of Counselling: There will be four or more Online CAP Rounds or a Stray Vacancy Round, depending on seat availability.
  • Seat Allotment: Seats would be allotted depending on the NEET PG rank, merit and the preferences filled in by the candidates. Fresh preferences will have to be filled for each round. 
  • Joining & Reporting- After seat allotment identities, candidates must report to the allotted college within the scheduled time with original documents and fees. Seats not reported by the candidate will be cancelled.
  • Status Retention- If satisfied with their allotted seat, candidates must fill a Status Retention Form that informs they do not wish to take part in the next round(s). Once submitted, the decision is not reversible.
  • Upgradation- Candidates who choose not to fill in a Status Retention form will be eligible for upgradation in the next round, based on rank and preferences.
  • Upgradation: Candidates who do not submit the Status Retention Form are eligible for upgradation in the next round based on their rank and preferences.
  • Vacant Seats: Seats left vacant after each round are carried forward to the next. No institutional stray vacancy round will be conducted; all admissions will be done through online CAP rounds only as per NMC guidelines.

Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 – Cancellation and Refund Policy

Candidates who have confirmed their admission can cancel their seat within the period specified by the Competent Authority. To do so, they must submit a written application to the Dean or Head of the Institution using the format provided in Annexure-K.

Refund Rules:

  • Prior to the due date: A processing fee of Rs.1,500 will be deducted and the balance refunded to the candidate by the college. 
  • After the due date: No refunds will be issued for cancellation requests made after the deadline. 

Special Provision:

  • If a candidate dies or is medically declared unfit to continue conducting the PG course (as per NMC norms) within three months of admission, the candidate will be granted a full refund of the fee, upon the acceptance of a duly notified Medical Board.

Government and Municipal Corporation Medical Colleges Fees

The fee structure for Government and Municipal Corporation Medical Colleges in Maharashtra for the academic year 2025-26 is determined by the Director, Medical Education & Research:

  1. Government and Municipal Corporation Medical Colleges Fees
ParticularsAmount (Rs.)
Tuition Fee (per year)1,52,100
Development Fee5,000
Admission Fee1,500
Gymkhana Fee500
Hostel Fee (per year)4,000
  1. Central Government Institutions (Participating in State PG Admission Process)
Sr. No.Name of the College/InstitutionFees for Academic Year 2025-26Remarks
1All India Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Haji Ali Park, K. Khadye Marg, Mahalaxmi, MumbaiUniversity fees as per MUHS + Rs.10,000 refundable depositPenalty for non-completion or lapse of PG seat: Rs.20,00,000
2Tata Memorial Centre, ParelRs.1,05,500Penalty for lapse of seat: Rs.10,00,000; Bond: 1 year / Rs.25,00,000
3Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Anushakti NagarRs.75,500
4Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sevagram, WardhaRs.4,26,560Penalty for non-completion or lapse of PG seat: Rs.20,00,000; Bond: 1 year or Rs.50,00,000

Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 – Participating Colleges and Seat Intake

Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 includes a wide range of Government, Corporation, Private, and Deemed Medical Colleges participating in the admission process. Below is a compiled list of participating colleges along with their total seat intake:

Sr. No.Name of the College / InstitutionTotal Seat Intake
1ACPM Medical College, Dhule39
2All India Institute of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Mumbai4
3Armed Forces Medical College, Pune195
4Ashwini Rural Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, Solapur48
5B. J. Government Medical College, Pune209
6B.K.L. Walawalkar Rural Medical College, Ratnagiri41
7Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai6
8Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University Medical College, Pune153
9Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences, Mumbai17
10Dr. Vaishampayan Memorial Medical College, Solapur86
11Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, Pimpri243
12Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Kolhapur89
13Dr. Panjabrao Alias Bhausaheb Deshmukh Memorial Medical College, Amravati53
14Dr. Shankarrao Chavan Government Medical College, Nanded107
15Dr. Ulhas Patil Medical College & Hospital, Jalgaon55
16Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation’s Medical College & Hospital, Ahmednagar86
17Dr. Vasantrao Pawar Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, Nashik74
18ESI-PGIMSR, ESIS Hospital, Parel, Mumbai6
19Government Medical College & Hospital, Baramati10
20Government Medical College, Akola73
21Government Medical College, Aurangabad195
22Government Medical College, Chandrapur65
23Government Medical College, Gondia54
24Government Medical College, Jalgaon51
25Government Medical College, Latur71
26Government Medical College, Miraj94
27Government Medical College, Nagpur275
28Grant Medical College, Mumbai307
29HBT Medical College & Dr. R.N. Cooper Municipal General Hospital, Mumbai60
30Indian Institute of Medical Science & Research, Jalna31
31Indira Gandhi Government Medical College, Nagpur167
32Institute of Naval Medicine, INHS Asvini44
33Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Sawangi (Meghe), Wardha208
34K.J. Somaiya Medical College & Research Centre, Mumbai22
35Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Karad145
36Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College, Sion, Mumbai222
37Maharashtra Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Latur44
38Maharashtra Institute of Medical Education & Research, Talegaon, Pune45
39Maharashtra Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Pune72
40Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sevagram, Wardha82
41Mahatma Gandhi Mission’s Medical College, Aurangabad109
42Mahatma Gandhi Mission’s Medical College, Navi Mumbai136
43N.K.P. Salve Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Nagpur141
44Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Navi Mumbai200
45Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation PG Institute, Pimpri49
46Post Graduate Institute of Medical Science, Navi Mumbai17
47Postgraduate Institute of Swasthiyog Pratisthan, Miraj4
48Rajarshee Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Government Medical College, Kolhapur74
49Rajiv Gandhi Medical College & Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Hospital, Thane29
50Rural Medical College, Loni103
51Sancheti Institute for Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation, Pune20
52Sanjeevan Medical Foundation ENT Post Graduate Training Institute, Miraj3
53Seth G.S. Medical College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai279
54Shri Vasantrao Naik Government Medical College, Yavatmal55
55SMBT Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Nandihills, Nashik43
56Smt. Kashibai Navale Medical College & General Hospital, Pune91
57Shri Bhausaheb Hire Government Medical College, Dhule51
58SRTR Government Medical College, Ambajogai93
59Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai93
60Terna Medical College, Navi Mumbai3
61Topiwala National Medical College, Mumbai161
62Vedantaa Institute of Medical Sciences, Palghar96
63Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University Medical College & Hospital,Sangli98

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Did the Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 commence?

A. The registration for Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 was initiated on October 31, 2025, and was valid until November 7, 2025 (11:59 PM).

Q. Who is the authority for the Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025?

A. The counselling for admission to MD, MS, and Diploma seats in Government, Corporation, Aided, Private and Minority Medical Colleges in Maharashtra are conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Mumbai.

Q. What is the Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025 website?

A. The official website for all registration, uploading documents, preference filling and all counselling activities, etc. of the Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling is www.mahacet.org . 

Q. What is the counselling and registration schedule for Maharashtra NEET PG 2025?

A. The counselling schedule details began with the publication of the brochure and registration on October 31, 2025, followed by online registration for sessions from  Oct 31, 2025 to Nov 7, 2025, The first selection list (Round 1)will be published on November 15, 2025.

Q. How do I apply for Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025?

A. You must apply online through www.mahacet.org, complete the registration form, upload documents required, pay the counselling charges, After registration, you will be able to participate in all CAP events.

Q. What is the registration fee for Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2025?

A. The registration fee of Rs.3000 is a non-refundable online payment through the payment gateway will be made at the time of registration.

Q. Is there any refundable security deposit?

A. Candidates must also pay a refundable security deposit depending on the type of institutions they apply for. Rs.25,000 for Government/Corporation/Government-Aided Institutes and Rs.1,00,000 for Government + Private/Minority Institutes

Q. How many PG seats are available in Maharashtra through NEET PG Counselling 2025?

A. There are approximately 5,796 postgraduate medical seats across 63 medical institutions in Maharashtra, including Government and Private colleges.