Maharashtra NEET PG 2026: Registration Extended to 27 Oct

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has extended the registration deadline for NEET PG 2026 postgraduate medical admission. The extension applies to online registration, fee payment, and document upload — all three must now be completed by 27 October 2026. This is a critical extension: candidates who have not yet registered for MD/MS programmes must act immediately, as the new deadline is just one day away. The CET Cell issued this extension in response to requests from many candidates who had not completed their registration by the original deadline.

What Has Changed: The Extended Deadlines

The Maharashtra CET Cell has extended three critical deadlines for NEET PG 2026 registration. These are not separate activities — all three must be completed for your registration to be valid. The original schedule, published in Notice No. 01 dated 16 October 2026, has been pushed forward by one day.

This extension applies only to the registration, payment, and document upload phases. All other instructions and schedules from the original notice remain unchanged. Once the document upload deadline passes on 27 October at 10:30 pm, the registration window closes permanently for this session.

The Three Extended Deadlines: Exact Times

Each of the three registration steps has its own deadline and time. All times are in server time — the time shown on the CET Cell's official portal. You must complete all three steps; if you miss any one, your registration will be incomplete and you will not be considered for admission.

The deadlines are staggered to allow time for payment processing and document upload. However, do not wait until the last moment — the portal may experience heavy traffic, and delays in uploading documents could cause you to miss the final deadline.

Who Must Register: Eligibility and Mandatory Session Selection

This registration is for candidates seeking admission to MD (Doctor of Medicine) or MS (Master of Surgery) postgraduate medical programmes in Maharashtra through NEET PG 2026. You must hold an MBBS degree to be eligible for postgraduate medical admission.

When you register, you must also apply for a session — this is mandatory. A session refers to the academic year or intake period for which you are applying. Failure to select a session will result in an incomplete registration, and you will not be considered for admission.

• You must have completed your MBBS degree
• You must have a valid NEET PG 2026 score
• You must select a session when registering (mandatory)
• Registration is for MD/MS programmes only

Registration Fee and Security Deposit: What You Must Pay

The registration fee is ₹3,000 and is non-refundable. This means once you pay it, you cannot get the money back even if you withdraw from the admission process later. In addition to this fee, you may be required to pay a security deposit if it is applicable to your category or state quota.

Payment must be made through the online payment gateway on the CET Cell portal. Your registration is not complete until payment is successful. The system will only consider you for admission after both the registration fee and any applicable security deposit have been paid in full. Keep your payment receipt as proof.

• Registration fee: ₹3,000 (non-refundable)
• Security deposit: as applicable (amount varies by category/quota)
• Payment method: online payment gateway only
• Payment deadline: 27 October 2026 up to 7:30 pm (server time)
• Registration is invalid without successful payment

Documents Required: What to Upload and Why It Matters

You must upload coloured scanned copies of all original requisite documents on the portal. The notice does not list the specific documents required — you must refer to Notice No. 01 dated 16 October 2026 or the CET Cell website (www.mahacet.org) for the complete list of documents. However, common documents for NEET PG registration typically include your MBBS degree certificate, NEET PG admit card, NEET PG score card, identity proof, category certificate (if applicable), and domicile certificate.

This is a critical trap: if you fail to upload the required documents, you will not be considered for admission from the category you have claimed. For example, if you claim OBC status but do not upload a valid OBC certificate, you will be rejected from the OBC category. Similarly, if you claim a state quota but do not upload proof of domicile, you may lose your eligibility for that quota. Upload all documents before the deadline — do not assume you can upload them later.

• Upload coloured scanned copies only (not black and white)
• Upload original documents (not photocopies or certified copies unless specified)
• All documents must be uploaded before 27 October 2026 at 10:30 pm (server time)
• Failure to upload required documents = rejection from your claimed category
• You must click the Submit button after uploading — incomplete uploads will be rejected
• Refer to Notice No. 01 (16 October 2026) for the exact list of required documents

Step-by-Step Registration Process

Registration happens in three sequential steps on the CET Cell portal. You must complete all three steps by their respective deadlines. Here is what you need to do:

First, log in to the portal (www.mahacet.org) and complete your online registration. Fill in all required fields accurately — your name, contact details, NEET PG roll number, and other information. You must select a session (academic year/intake) — this is mandatory. Complete this step by 27 October 2026 at 5:30 pm.

Second, proceed to the payment gateway and pay the registration fee (₹3,000) and any applicable security deposit. Use a valid debit card, credit card, or net banking. Keep your payment confirmation number. Complete this step by 27 October 2026 at 7:30 pm.

Third, upload coloured scanned copies of all required documents. After uploading each document, ensure it is clearly visible and readable. Once all documents are uploaded, click the Submit button — this is essential. If you do not click Submit, your documents will not be recorded. Complete this step by 27 October 2026 at 10:30 pm.

• Step 1: Online registration & session selection (by 5:30 pm on 27 Oct)
• Step 2: Payment of fees (by 7:30 pm on 27 Oct)
• Step 3: Document upload & Submit (by 10:30 pm on 27 Oct)
• All times are in server time (portal time)
• Do not wait until the last moment — portal traffic may cause delays

Critical Trap: Document Upload and Category Rejection

The notice explicitly states: 'Candidates who fail to upload requisite documents will not be considered for the admission process from the claimed category.' This is a hard rule. If you claim to belong to a particular category (such as OBC, SC, ST, or a state quota) but do not upload the required proof, you will be rejected from that category.

For example, if you claim OBC status, you must upload a valid OBC certificate issued by the competent authority. If you claim domicile in Maharashtra, you must upload proof of domicile. If you claim a minority quota or any other special category, you must upload the corresponding certificate. The system does not give second chances — once the deadline passes, you cannot upload documents later.

Additionally, the notice emphasizes that you must click the Submit button after uploading documents. Simply uploading files is not enough — you must explicitly submit them. If you do not submit, your documents will not be recorded, and your registration will be incomplete.

• ⚠️ No documents uploaded = rejection from your claimed category
• ⚠️ Category certificate missing = you lose eligibility for that category
• ⚠️ Domicile proof missing = you may lose state quota eligibility
• ⚠️ You must click Submit after uploading — uploading alone is not enough
• ⚠️ No extensions after 27 October 10:30 pm — deadline is final

What Remains Unchanged: Other Instructions and Schedule

The notice states clearly: 'There is no change in remaining schedule and instruction published by Notice No. 01, dated 16/10/2026.' This means all other rules, instructions, and deadlines from the original notice remain in effect. Only the three deadlines listed in this extension notice have been changed.

For the complete registration instructions, eligibility criteria, list of required documents, and the full schedule for counselling rounds and allotment, you must refer to Notice No. 01 dated 16 October 2026. This extension notice covers only the registration, payment, and document upload deadlines.

• Only registration, payment, and document upload deadlines are extended
• All other instructions from Notice No. 01 (16 October 2026) remain unchanged
• Counselling schedule, allotment dates, and joining deadlines are not affected
• Refer to Notice No. 01 for complete eligibility and document requirements

Where to Find Help and Updates

All official information about NEET PG 2026 registration and counselling is published on the Maharashtra CET Cell website: www.mahacet.org. This is the only official source — do not rely on unofficial websites, social media, or rumours.

If you have questions or encounter technical issues during registration, contact the CET Cell directly. Their contact details are: Telephone: 022-22016157/53/59, Email: cetcell@mahacet.org. The CET Cell office is located at 8th Floor, New Excelsior Building, A.K. Nayak Road, Fort, Mumbai 400 001.

• Official website: www.mahacet.org
• Telephone: 022-22016157/53/59
• Email: cetcell@mahacet.org
• Office address: 8th Floor, New Excelsior Building, A.K. Nayak Road, Fort, Mumbai 400 001
• Check the website regularly for updates and further notices

Frequently asked questions

You have until 27 October 2026 to complete your NEET PG 2026 registration in Maharashtra. Register online, pay the ₹3,000 fee, and upload all required documents before the deadlines: registration by 5:30 pm, payment by 7:30 pm, and documents by 10:30 pm (all server time). Do not delay — visit www.mahacet.org now, log in, and complete all three steps. If you encounter any issues, contact the CET Cell at 022-22016157/53/59 or cetcell@mahacet.org immediately.