MAH NEET PG 2026 Round 1 Allotment Live: Report by Nov 10 Deadline

The Maharashtra CET Cell has released the Round 1 seat allotment results for NEET PG 2026, making it live on the official portal. Doctors who have been allotted MD, MS, or DNB seats across Maharashtra colleges must now complete a critical next step: physical reporting at their assigned institution. The reporting window is tight—candidates have until 5:30 PM on November 10, 2026, to confirm their admission by appearing in person with required documents. Missing this deadline will result in automatic forfeiture of the allotted seat, with no exceptions. This is a high-stakes moment in the counselling process, and understanding the exact requirements and timeline is essential to secure your postgraduate seat.

Round 1 Allotment Now Live: How to Check Your Seat

The Maharashtra CET Cell has officially declared the Round 1 seat allotment results, and they are now accessible on the state's medical counselling portal. Every candidate who participated in the choice-filling process can log in using their application number and password to view their allotted college, course (MD, MS, or DNB), and category details.

The allotment letter is not just a confirmation document—it is a mandatory requirement for reporting at your college. You must download and print it from the portal before heading to your assigned institution. The portal will display all essential information, including the exact college name, the speciality you have been allotted, and any category-specific notes relevant to your admission.

• Visit medical2026.mahacet.org and log in with your application number and password
• View your allotted college, course, and category on the screen
• Download the allotment letter and print multiple copies for college submission and your records
• Verify that all details (name, registration number, course) match your application

Critical Reporting Deadline: November 10, 5:30 PM

The reporting window runs from November 6 to November 10, 2026, but the absolute final deadline is 5:30 PM on November 10. This is not a guideline—it is a hard cutoff enforced by the CET Cell. Any candidate who arrives after this time, regardless of reason, will not be permitted to report, and their seat will be cancelled immediately.

The CET Cell has made it clear that late reporting will not be accepted under any circumstances. This means you must plan your travel, arrange your documents, and prepare your course fee well in advance. If you are allotted a college in a distant city, begin your journey early enough to reach before the deadline. Delays due to travel, traffic, or personal reasons are not grounds for extension.

• Reporting window: November 6 to November 10, 2026
• Final deadline: 5:30 PM on November 10, 2026 (no extensions)
• Reporting is mandatory and must be done in person at the allotted college
• Failure to report by the deadline results in automatic seat cancellation

What You Must Carry to Report at Your College

Reporting is a physical verification process. The college will check your eligibility, verify your documents, and confirm your admission only after all checks are complete. You cannot report on behalf of someone else, and no proxy reporting is permitted. You must be present in person with all required documentation.

Prepare both original documents and self-attested photocopies. The college will retain copies for their records and may return originals after verification. Additionally, you must have arranged the course fee as per the college's prescribed norms. Some colleges may accept fee payment on the day of reporting, while others may require advance payment—check with your allotted college beforehand.

• Allotment letter (downloaded and printed from the portal)
• Original MBBS degree certificate and mark sheet
• NEET PG admit card and score card
• Medical registration certificate (from your state medical council)
• Identity proof (Aadhaar, passport, or PAN card)
• Address proof (utility bill or rental agreement)
• Self-attested photocopies of all above documents
• Course fee as per college norms (check exact amount in advance)

Understanding the Round 1 Timeline and Process

The Round 1 allotment did not happen overnight. The CET Cell followed a structured timeline that began with the publication of the registered candidate list and provisional merit list on October 30, 2026. Candidates were given a window to submit grievances against the merit list until November 1 at noon. The final provisional merit list was then published on November 2, along with the seat matrix for Round 1.

Choice filling took place from November 2 to November 4, 2026, at 11:59 PM. During this period, every candidate ranked their preferred colleges and specialities in order of preference. The allotment algorithm then processed these choices based on merit rank and seat availability, and the first selection list was declared on November 5, 2026. Now, in the reporting phase (November 6–10), candidates are confirming their seats by physically joining their allotted colleges.

• October 30: Registered candidate list and provisional merit list published
• October 30 to November 1 (noon): Grievance submission window
• November 2: Final merit list and seat matrix released
• November 2 to November 4 (11:59 PM): Online choice filling
• November 5: First selection list (Round 1 allotment) declared
• November 6 to November 10 (5:30 PM): Physical reporting and seat confirmation

What Happens After You Report: Status Retention and Round 2

Once you report and your documents are verified, the college will issue a status retention form. This form confirms that you have accepted your allotted seat in Round 1. Signing this form is important because it locks your admission to that college and speciality for the time being.

However, reporting in Round 1 does not mean you are permanently bound to that seat. After Round 1 reporting closes, the CET Cell will conduct Round 2 counselling. If you wish to attempt an upgrade—that is, move to a better-ranked college or a more preferred speciality—you can participate in Round 2 while retaining your Round 1 seat as a safety net. This flexibility is one reason why reporting on time is crucial: it keeps your options open for future rounds.

• Reporting confirms your Round 1 seat and you will receive a status retention form
• Your Round 1 seat remains secure even if you participate in Round 2
• Round 2 allows you to attempt an upgrade to a higher-ranked college or preferred speciality
• If you do not get a better option in Round 2, your Round 1 seat is still yours
• Skipping Round 1 reporting forfeits your seat entirely and removes you from future rounds

Common Mistakes to Avoid During Reporting

Many candidates make preventable errors during the reporting phase that jeopardize their admission. The most common mistake is arriving late or not arriving at all, assuming they can report later or that the deadline is flexible. This is false. The CET Cell enforces the deadline strictly, and no exceptions are made.

Another frequent error is arriving without complete documents or without the allotment letter. Some candidates assume they can report with just their NEET PG score card or MBBS degree, but colleges require the allotment letter specifically. Additionally, candidates sometimes fail to arrange the course fee in advance, leading to complications on the reporting day. Finally, some candidates do not verify the exact college address or reporting location beforehand, wasting time searching for the college on the day itself.

• Do not assume the deadline is flexible or that you can report after 5:30 PM
• Do not arrive without the allotment letter—it is mandatory
• Do not forget to bring original documents and self-attested copies
• Do not arrive without arranging the course fee in advance
• Do not skip verifying the exact college address and reporting location beforehand
• Do not send someone else to report on your behalf—it must be done in person

What to Expect During the Reporting Process at College

When you arrive at your allotted college on the reporting day, you will be directed to the admission office or a designated reporting counter. The college staff will verify your allotment letter against their records and cross-check your details. They will then examine your original documents—MBBS degree, NEET PG score card, medical registration certificate, and identity proof—and compare them with the information in your application.

After document verification, the college will confirm that you meet all eligibility criteria for the course you have been allotted. You will then be asked to sign the status retention form, which officially confirms your admission. The college may also collect the course fee at this stage or provide instructions for fee payment if it is to be done online or later. Once all formalities are complete, you will receive an admission confirmation slip or receipt. Keep this document safely, as it serves as proof of your reporting and admission.

• Report to the admission office or designated reporting counter at your college
• Present your allotment letter and all original documents for verification
• College staff will cross-check your details against your application
• Sign the status retention form to confirm your admission
• Arrange course fee payment as per college instructions
• Receive an admission confirmation slip or receipt

Preparing Your Documents: A Checklist

Document preparation is not something to leave to the last minute. Start gathering and organizing your documents at least a week before your reporting date. Create a checklist and tick off each item as you collect it. Make photocopies of all documents and get them self-attested (signed and stamped by a notary or gazetted officer) if required by your college. Some colleges specify the format or number of copies needed, so check the college's website or call their admission office in advance.

Store all documents in a folder or envelope, organized in the order they are likely to be requested. Keep the allotment letter on top, followed by your MBBS degree and mark sheet, NEET PG admit card and score card, medical registration certificate, and identity proof. Having everything organized will speed up the verification process and reduce the risk of misplacing a critical document.

• MBBS degree certificate (original and self-attested copy)
• MBBS mark sheet (original and self-attested copy)
• NEET PG admit card (original and copy)
• NEET PG score card (original and copy)
• Medical registration certificate from your state medical council (original and copy)
• Identity proof such as Aadhaar, passport, or PAN card (original and copy)
• Address proof such as utility bill or rental agreement (copy)
• Allotment letter (printed from portal)
• Proof of course fee payment (if paid in advance)

What Happens If You Miss the Reporting Deadline

If you do not report by 5:30 PM on November 10, 2026, your allotted seat will be cancelled automatically. The CET Cell will not send you a reminder or a second chance. Your seat will be released back into the pool and offered to the next candidate on the merit list. You will lose your Round 1 seat entirely and will not be able to participate in Round 2 counselling as a candidate with a confirmed seat.

However, you may still be eligible to participate in Round 2 as a fresh candidate if you have not reported in Round 1. But this is a risky position because Round 2 typically has fewer seats available (only those vacated by candidates who did not report or who upgraded to other colleges). Your chances of getting a seat in Round 2 will be lower than they were in Round 1. The safest course of action is to report on time, secure your Round 1 seat, and then decide whether to participate in Round 2 for an upgrade.

• Missing the deadline results in automatic seat cancellation with no exceptions
• Your seat will be offered to the next candidate on the merit list
• You will lose eligibility to participate in Round 2 as a confirmed candidate
• You may be able to participate in Round 2 as a fresh candidate, but with lower chances of getting a seat
• Round 2 typically has fewer available seats than Round 1

Frequently asked questions

Download your allotment letter immediately and verify all details. Plan your travel and document arrangement now to ensure you report at your allotted college well before 5:30 PM on November 10, 2026. Missing this deadline will forfeit your seat permanently, so treat it as non-negotiable. After reporting, monitor the CET Cell portal for Round 2 announcements if you wish to attempt an upgrade.