Maharashtra's State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has released the provisional seat matrix for postgraduate diploma courses at Lokmanya Tilak Medical College, Mumbai, for the NEET PG 2026 admission cycle. The matrix shows 14 total diploma seats distributed across 29 specialities, with allocations for state quota, reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, SEBC), in-service candidates, and open seats. This is a critical document for diploma aspirants planning their choices during counselling, as it defines exactly how many seats are available in each speciality and which quotas apply. The seat positions are provisional and subject to change based on university affiliation, availability of postgraduate faculty, and government orders. Candidates must use this matrix to understand their eligibility and plan their choice list for the CAP (Centralised Admission Process) round.
Lokmanya Tilak Medical College, Mumbai offers 14 PG Diploma seats across 29 specialities for NEET PG 2026, with seats reserved for SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, in-service, and open categories—but the final count may change before allotment.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is this seat matrix and why does it matter?
A seat matrix is an official table that shows exactly how many postgraduate diploma seats are available at a college, broken down by speciality and by category (general, SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, in-service, and open). This matrix from Maharashtra CET Cell is the blueprint for counselling—it tells you which specialities have seats, how many, and which quotas apply to each.
For NEET PG 2026 diploma aspirants, this matrix is essential because it determines your chances of getting a seat in your chosen speciality. If a speciality shows zero seats, you cannot be allotted there. If it shows seats only in the in-service quota and you are not in-service, you cannot apply for that seat. The matrix is your first step in deciding which specialities to include in your choice list during CAP counselling.
Lokmanya Tilak Medical College: Total seats and specialities offered
Lokmanya Tilak Medical College, Mumbai (a government college) is offering a total of 14 postgraduate diploma seats for NEET PG 2026. These seats are spread across 29 different specialities, ranging from Anesthesiology to Tropical Medicine & Hygiene. However, not all specialities have seats—many show zero allocation, meaning no diploma seats are available in those fields at this college.
The specialities with seats are: Dip. Anesthesiology (5 seats), Dip. Child Health (2 seats), Dip. Community Medicine/Public Health (1 seat), Dip. Medical Radio-diagnosis (2 seats), Dip. Obstetrics & Gynecology (2 seats), Dip. Otorhinolaryngology (1 seat), and Dip. Psychological Medicine (1 seat). All other specialities listed have zero seats at this college.
- Total diploma seats: 14
- Total specialities listed: 29
- Specialities with seats: 7
- Specialities with zero seats: 22
Understanding the quota system: State, SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, in-service, and open
The seat matrix divides seats into multiple quotas (categories). Each quota has its own eligibility rules, and a seat in one quota cannot be used by a candidate from another quota. Understanding these quotas is critical because your caste certificate, domicile status, and employment status determine which quota seats you can apply for.
**State Quota**: These are seats reserved for candidates who are domiciled in Maharashtra (or meet the state's domicile criteria). Most seats fall under state quota. **SC (Scheduled Caste), ST (Scheduled Tribe), OBC (Other Backward Class), SEBC (Socially and Educationally Backward Class)**: These are reserved seats for candidates belonging to these categories, with valid caste certificates issued by the competent authority. **In-Service (INS)**: These seats are reserved for doctors already employed in government or semi-government medical institutions in Maharashtra. **Open**: These are unreserved seats available to any eligible candidate, regardless of caste or in-service status.
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- State Quota: General seats for Maharashtra domiciled candidates
- SC: Reserved for Scheduled Caste candidates with valid SC certificate
- ST: Reserved for Scheduled Tribe candidates with valid ST certificate
- OBC: Reserved for Other Backward Class candidates with valid OBC certificate
- SEBC: Reserved for Socially and Educationally Backward Class candidates (Maharashtra-specific category)
- In-Service (INS): Reserved for government/semi-government employed doctors
- Open: Unreserved seats for any eligible candidate
Seat breakdown by speciality and quota
The matrix shows the exact number of seats in each quota for each speciality. For example, Dip. Anesthesiology has 5 state quota seats, 1 SC seat, 1 ST seat, and 1 open seat (total 5 seats shown in the state quota column, with additional reserved seats). Dip. Child Health has 2 state quota seats and 1 open seat. Dip. Medical Radio-diagnosis has 2 state quota seats, 1 OBC seat, and 1 SEBC seat. This breakdown is crucial because it shows you exactly which quotas have seats in your chosen speciality.
A key point: if a speciality shows seats only in the state quota and you belong to SC/ST/OBC/SEBC, you may still be eligible if your category is included in the state quota allocation. However, if a speciality shows zero seats in your category, you cannot be allotted a seat in that speciality under your category. Always cross-check your category against the matrix before finalizing your choice list.
| Speciality | State Quota | SC | ST | OBC | SEBC | In-Service | Open | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dip. Anesthesiology | 5 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | 5 |
| Dip. Child Health | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 |
| Dip. Community Medicine/Public Health | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| Dip. Medical Radio-diagnosis | 2 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | 2 |
| Dip. Obstetrics & Gynecology | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 2 |
| Dip. Otorhinolaryngology | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 |
| Dip. Psychological Medicine | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 |
Important: This is a PROVISIONAL matrix—seats may change
The document clearly states that this seat matrix is **provisional**. This means the final number of seats may differ from what is shown here. The notice lists four reasons why seats may change: (1) information received from the institute or MUHS Nashik (the affiliating university), (2) orders from MCI (Medical Council of India) or the Hon'ble Court, (3) state or central government orders, and (4) availability of postgraduate faculty in each speciality.
Additionally, the notice states that the Government/CET Cell Commissioner may change the seat position before allotment of seats in the CAP round. This means that even after you see this matrix, the final seat count could be different when counselling actually begins. However, this matrix is the best information available now and should be used for planning your choice list. Keep checking the CET Cell website for any updates or revised matrices closer to the counselling date.
- Seats may change based on university affiliation approval
- Seats may change based on availability of postgraduate faculty
- Seats may change based on court orders or government directives
- CET Cell Commissioner may revise seats before CAP allotment
- Check the official website regularly for updates
Who is eligible for PG Diploma courses?
To be eligible for a postgraduate diploma course under NEET PG 2026, you must hold a valid MBBS degree from a recognized medical college in India or abroad. You must have also qualified the NEET PG 2026 exam and obtained a valid score. Your MBBS degree must be recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI) or the National Medical Commission (NMC).
Additionally, your eligibility for a specific quota (state, SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, or in-service) depends on your domicile, caste certificate, and employment status. For example, if you are applying under the SC quota, you must have a valid SC certificate issued by the competent authority. If you are applying under the in-service quota, you must be employed in a government or semi-government medical institution in Maharashtra. Domicile eligibility is determined by Maharashtra's domicile rules, which typically require you to have resided in Maharashtra for a specified period or to have completed your MBBS from a Maharashtra college.
- Valid MBBS degree from a recognized medical college
- Qualified NEET PG 2026 with a valid score
- For state quota: Maharashtra domicile (as per state rules)
- For SC/ST/OBC/SEBC quota: Valid caste certificate from competent authority
- For in-service quota: Employment in government/semi-government medical institution in Maharashtra
- For open quota: No caste or domicile restriction (but MBBS and NEET PG qualification required)
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How to use this matrix during CAP counselling
During the CAP (Centralised Admission Process) counselling round, you will be asked to prepare a choice list—a ranked list of seats you are willing to accept, in order of preference. This seat matrix is your guide for building that list. First, identify which specialities have seats available in your eligible quota. For example, if you are a general (open) candidate, you can choose from specialities that have open seats: Anesthesiology, Child Health, Medical Radio-diagnosis, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Otorhinolaryngology, and Psychological Medicine.
Next, rank these specialities in order of your preference. The counselling algorithm will try to allot you the highest-ranked speciality for which you are eligible based on your NEET PG rank and the cutoff. If you are not allotted your first choice, the system will move to your second choice, and so on. Therefore, it is important to include all specialities you are willing to accept in your choice list, ranked by preference. Do not leave out a speciality just because it has few seats—your rank might be high enough to secure it.
- Identify specialities with seats in your eligible quota
- Rank them in order of your preference
- Include all specialities you are willing to accept
- Higher-ranked specialities are allotted first if you are eligible
- If not allotted your first choice, the system moves to your next choice
- Do not exclude a speciality just because it has few seats
Key dates and next steps
This seat matrix was released on 2 November 2026. The document does not specify the exact dates for CAP registration, choice filling, or allotment, as these are typically announced separately by the CET Cell. However, you should expect counselling to begin soon after the NEET PG 2026 result is declared and merit lists are published.
Your immediate action should be to (1) verify your NEET PG 2026 score and rank, (2) check your eligibility for each quota (state, SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, in-service, or open), (3) review this seat matrix and identify specialities with seats in your eligible quota, and (4) monitor the CET Cell website (medical2026.mahacet.org) for announcements about CAP registration dates, choice-filling window, and allotment schedule. Keep your MBBS degree, NEET PG scorecard, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and employment letter (if in-service) ready for verification.
- Seat matrix released: 2 November 2026
- Verify your NEET PG 2026 score and rank
- Confirm your quota eligibility (state, SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, in-service, open)
- Review this matrix and shortlist specialities with seats in your quota
- Monitor CET Cell website for CAP registration and choice-filling dates
- Prepare all required documents: MBBS degree, NEET PG scorecard, caste/domicile/employment certificates
Common mistakes to avoid
**Mistake 1: Assuming all 29 specialities have seats.** Many candidates look at the list of 29 specialities and assume they can apply for any of them. In reality, 22 of these specialities have zero seats at Lokmanya Tilak Medical College. Always check the seat count in the matrix before adding a speciality to your choice list.
**Mistake 2: Ignoring quota restrictions.** If a speciality shows seats only in the state quota and you are not domiciled in Maharashtra, you cannot apply for that seat. Similarly, if a speciality shows seats only in the in-service quota and you are not employed in a government medical institution, you cannot apply. Always match your category to the available seats.
**Mistake 3: Not preparing for seat changes.** This matrix is provisional. If you plan your entire strategy based on these exact numbers and the seats change before counselling, you may miss out. Keep flexibility in your choice list and monitor the CET Cell website for any revised matrices.
**Mistake 4: Forgetting to verify your caste/domicile certificate.** If you are applying under SC, ST, OBC, or SEBC quota, your certificate must be issued by the competent authority and must be valid. An invalid or expired certificate will disqualify you from reserved seats. Similarly, if you are claiming state domicile, ensure your domicile certificate is current and meets Maharashtra's criteria.
- Do not assume all 29 specialities have seats—check the matrix
- Match your quota eligibility to available seats
- Do not rely solely on this provisional matrix—expect changes
- Verify your caste/domicile/employment certificates before counselling
- Do not skip specialities with few seats if you are interested—your rank might secure them
- Do not leave your choice list incomplete—include all specialities you are willing to accept
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How many PG Diploma seats does Lokmanya Tilak Medical College have for NEET PG 2026?
Lokmanya Tilak Medical College, Mumbai has a total of 14 postgraduate diploma seats for NEET PG 2026. These seats are distributed across 7 specialities: Anesthesiology (5 seats), Child Health (2 seats), Community Medicine/Public Health (1 seat), Medical Radio-diagnosis (2 seats), Obstetrics & Gynecology (2 seats), Otorhinolaryngology (1 seat), and Psychological Medicine (1 seat). The remaining 22 specialities listed have zero seats at this college.
What does 'provisional' mean in the context of this seat matrix?
Provisional means the seat numbers shown are not final and may change before counselling begins. Seats may be revised based on university affiliation approval, availability of postgraduate faculty, court orders, or government directives. The CET Cell Commissioner may also change the seat position before the CAP allotment round. Candidates should monitor the official website for any updated matrices.
I am an SC candidate. Which specialities have SC seats at Lokmanya Tilak Medical College?
According to the seat matrix, SC seats are available in two specialities: Dip. Anesthesiology (1 SC seat) and Dip. Obstetrics & Gynecology (1 SC seat). All other specialities either have zero seats or no SC-reserved seats. You must have a valid SC certificate issued by the competent authority to apply for these seats.
I am an in-service doctor. Which specialities have in-service seats?
In-service seats are available in two specialities: Dip. Community Medicine/Public Health (1 in-service seat) and Dip. Psychological Medicine (1 in-service seat). To be eligible for in-service seats, you must be employed in a government or semi-government medical institution in Maharashtra. You will need to provide an employment letter or proof of employment during counselling.
Can I apply for a speciality that shows zero seats in the matrix?
No. If a speciality shows zero seats in the matrix, no seats are available for that speciality at Lokmanya Tilak Medical College for NEET PG 2026. You cannot be allotted a seat in that speciality. You should only include specialities with available seats in your choice list.
What is the difference between state quota and open seats?
State quota seats are reserved for candidates who are domiciled in Maharashtra (as per the state's domicile rules). Open seats are unreserved and available to any eligible candidate, regardless of domicile or caste. If you are not domiciled in Maharashtra, you can only apply for open seats or seats in your reserved category (SC, ST, OBC, SEBC) if you have a valid certificate. Open seats are typically more competitive because they are available to all candidates.
When will the CAP counselling begin, and how do I register?
The seat matrix does not specify the exact dates for CAP registration or counselling. These dates are typically announced separately by the Maharashtra CET Cell. You should monitor the official website (medical2026.mahacet.org) for announcements about registration dates, choice-filling window, and allotment schedule. Once dates are announced, you will need to register on the CET Cell portal and fill your choice list during the specified window.
What documents do I need to have ready for counselling?
You should have the following documents ready: (1) MBBS degree certificate, (2) NEET PG 2026 scorecard and rank letter, (3) valid caste certificate (if applying under SC, ST, OBC, or SEBC quota), (4) domicile certificate (if applying under state quota), (5) employment letter or proof of employment (if applying under in-service quota), and (6) any other documents specified by the CET Cell. Ensure all certificates are current and issued by the competent authority.
Can the seat matrix change after I submit my choice list?
Yes, the notice states that the seat matrix is provisional and may change before allotment. However, once you have submitted your choice list during the CAP round, your choices are locked. If seats change after you submit your choices, the allotment algorithm will work based on the final seat matrix at the time of allotment. This is why it is important to include all specialities you are willing to accept in your choice list, even if they have few seats.
I am a general candidate with no caste or domicile restrictions. Which specialities can I apply for?
As a general candidate, you can apply for any speciality that has open seats or state quota seats (if you are domiciled in Maharashtra). At Lokmanya Tilak Medical College, open seats are available in: Dip. Anesthesiology (1 open seat), Dip. Child Health (1 open seat), Dip. Medical Radio-diagnosis (0 open seats), Dip. Obstetrics & Gynecology (1 open seat), Dip. Otorhinolaryngology (1 open seat), and Dip. Psychological Medicine (0 open seats). You can also apply for state quota seats if you are domiciled in Maharashtra.
What happens if I do not get allotted a seat in my first choice speciality?
The CAP counselling algorithm works on a merit-based system. If you are not allotted your first choice speciality (because your rank is not high enough or all seats are filled), the system will automatically move to your second choice, then your third choice, and so on, based on your ranking and eligibility. This is why it is important to include multiple specialities in your choice list, ranked by preference. You will be allotted the highest-ranked speciality for which you are eligible based on your rank and the cutoff.
Is this seat matrix applicable to all government colleges in Maharashtra, or only Lokmanya Tilak Medical College?
This seat matrix is specific to Lokmanya Tilak Medical College, Mumbai only. Other government and corporation colleges in Maharashtra will have their own separate seat matrices. The CET Cell will release seat matrices for all participating colleges. You should review the seat matrices for all colleges you are interested in and include them in your choice list during counselling.
This provisional seat matrix for PG Diploma courses at Lokmanya Tilak Medical College, Mumbai is now available for your review and planning. Use it to identify which specialities have seats in your eligible quota, and prepare your choice list accordingly. Verify your NEET PG 2026 score, confirm your quota eligibility (state, SC, ST, OBC, SEBC, in-service, or open), and gather all required documents (MBBS degree, NEET PG scorecard, caste/domicile/employment certificates). Monitor the Maharashtra CET Cell website (medical2026.mahacet.org) closely for announcements about CAP registration dates, choice-filling window, and allotment schedule. Remember that this matrix is provisional and seats may change before counselling—stay flexible and include all specialities you are willing to accept in your choice list.
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