The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra has published the provisional selection list for the stray vacancy round of NEET PG 2026. This list shows which candidates have been provisionally allotted seats in the stray vacancy round — the final counselling round that fills remaining seats across government and private medical colleges in Maharashtra. If your name appears on this list, you have been offered a seat subject to document verification and acceptance. Check the official PDF immediately to confirm your allotment and follow the next steps for seat acceptance and joining.
Maharashtra's provisional selection list for the NEET PG 2026 stray vacancy round is now live — check the official link to see if you have been allotted a seat.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is the Stray Vacancy Round?
The stray vacancy round is the final counselling round in the NEET PG admission process. It fills seats that remain vacant after all previous counselling rounds (merit-based rounds and state-quota rounds) are complete. These vacancies can occur in any specialty, college, or category.
In this round, candidates who were not allotted a seat in earlier rounds, or who did not accept their earlier allotment, get a final chance to secure a postgraduate medical seat. The stray vacancy round typically has the lowest cutoff scores because it is the last opportunity to fill remaining positions.
What Does 'Provisional Selection' Mean?
A provisional selection means you have been tentatively allotted a seat, but the allotment is not yet final. Your name on this list indicates that you meet the eligibility and merit criteria for the seat shown against your name.
However, the allotment becomes confirmed only after you complete document verification, pay the seat acceptance fee, and formally accept the seat. Until then, the college or the counselling authority can cancel your allotment if you fail to meet any eligibility requirement or if required documents are found to be invalid.
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How to Check Your Name on the List
The provisional selection list has been published as a PDF document by the Maharashtra CET Cell. You can download and search the list using the official link provided by the authority.
Open the PDF and use the search function (Ctrl+F on Windows, Cmd+F on Mac) to find your name, registration number, or roll number. The list will show your name, your allotted college, specialty, category, and seat type (if applicable).
- Visit the official Maharashtra CET Cell website or the link provided in this notice
- Download the provisional selection list PDF for the stray vacancy round
- Search for your name or registration number in the document
- Note down your allotted college name, specialty, and any other details shown
What to Do If Your Name Appears on the List
If you find your name on the provisional selection list, you must act quickly. The counselling authority will announce a deadline by which you must accept your seat and complete document verification. Missing this deadline will result in automatic cancellation of your allotment.
Prepare all required documents (degree certificate, mark sheets, category certificate if applicable, identity proof, and any other documents specified by the college) and report to your allotted college on the date and time announced. You will need to pay the seat acceptance fee and undergo document verification before your allotment is confirmed.
- Gather all original documents and photocopies as per the college's requirement list
- Note the date, time, and venue for document verification and seat acceptance
- Pay the seat acceptance fee as instructed by the college
- Report in person for document verification and formal seat acceptance
- Obtain a confirmation receipt after acceptance
What to Do If Your Name Does NOT Appear on the List
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If your name is not on the provisional selection list, it means you were not allotted a seat in the stray vacancy round. This could happen if your merit score was below the cutoff for all available seats, or if no seat matching your choices remained vacant.
In this case, you have no further action to take in this round. However, check the official counselling website for any announcements about additional rounds, waitlists, or spot counselling that may be conducted later.
Important: Verify Your Eligibility Before Accepting
Before you accept your allotted seat, carefully verify that you meet all eligibility criteria for that specialty and college. Check that your MBBS degree is recognized, your score qualifies for the specialty, and you do not have any legal or regulatory bar to admission.
If you accept a seat and later fail document verification due to ineligibility, your allotment will be cancelled and you will lose the seat. In some cases, you may also face legal consequences if you are found to have submitted false documents.
- Confirm your MBBS degree is from a recognized university
- Verify your NEET PG score meets the specialty's cutoff
- Check that your category certificate (if applicable) is valid and correctly issued
- Ensure you have no criminal conviction or professional misconduct record
- Review the college's specific eligibility requirements
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Many candidates lose their seats because they miss the acceptance deadline, fail to bring required documents, or submit invalid certificates. Read the college's instructions carefully and act immediately after your name appears on the list.
Do not assume your allotment is confirmed until you have completed document verification and received a formal confirmation from the college. Do not delay — counselling deadlines are strict and no extensions are typically granted.
- Do not miss the seat acceptance deadline — allotments are cancelled automatically if not accepted on time
- Do not submit photocopies alone; bring original documents for verification
- Do not use an expired or invalid category certificate
- Do not assume the allotment is final until you receive a written confirmation from the college
- Do not ignore any communication from the college or counselling authority
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What is the difference between provisional selection and final allotment?
Provisional selection means your name appears on the merit list and you are eligible for the seat based on your score and choices. Final allotment happens only after you complete document verification, pay the acceptance fee, and formally accept the seat at the college. Until then, the allotment can be cancelled if your documents are found to be invalid or if you fail to meet eligibility criteria.
How long do I have to accept my seat after the provisional list is published?
The notice does not specify the acceptance deadline. The Maharashtra CET Cell will announce the deadline separately, usually within a few days of publishing the provisional list. Check the official website regularly for this announcement and act immediately — missing the deadline will result in automatic cancellation of your allotment.
What documents do I need to bring for document verification?
The notice does not list the specific documents required. Each college will publish its own document checklist. Typically, you will need your MBBS degree certificate, mark sheets, NEET PG admit card and score card, category certificate (if applicable), identity proof, and passport-sized photographs. Contact your allotted college immediately to obtain the exact list.
Can I reject my allotted seat and wait for another round?
Yes, you can reject your allotted seat, but the stray vacancy round is typically the final round of counselling. If you reject this seat, you will not be eligible for any further counselling rounds in the same academic year. Reject only if you have a strong reason, as you may not get another opportunity.
What happens if I do not report for document verification on the scheduled date?
If you do not report on the scheduled date, your allotment will be automatically cancelled and the seat will be offered to the next candidate on the waitlist. No extensions or rescheduling are typically allowed. Mark the date and time clearly and plan to be present.
Can my allotment be cancelled after I have accepted the seat?
Yes, your allotment can be cancelled if your documents are found to be invalid, if you are found to be ineligible, or if you have submitted false information. This is why document verification is critical — ensure all your certificates are genuine and correctly issued before you accept the seat.
Where can I download the provisional selection list?
The provisional selection list is available as a PDF on the Maharashtra CET Cell's official website and S3 link. Use the official link provided in this notice or visit the CET Cell website directly. Search for your name using the PDF search function.
What if my name appears on the list but I do not want to join?
You can choose not to accept the seat. However, the stray vacancy round is the final round, so if you reject this seat, you will not be eligible for any further counselling in this academic year. Consider carefully before rejecting — you may not get another opportunity.
Is the stray vacancy round the last chance to get a seat?
Yes, the stray vacancy round is typically the final counselling round for NEET PG in Maharashtra. If you do not secure a seat in this round, you will not be eligible for any further counselling in the same academic year. Some colleges may conduct spot counselling after this, but it is not guaranteed.
Can I change my allotted specialty or college after accepting the seat?
No, once you have accepted a seat, you cannot change the specialty or college. The allotment is final and binding. If you wish to change, you will have to forfeit the seat and wait for the next academic year's counselling.
Check the official provisional selection list immediately at the link provided by the Maharashtra CET Cell. If your name appears, note your allotted college and specialty, gather all required documents, and wait for the acceptance deadline announcement. Act quickly — counselling deadlines are strict and allotments are cancelled if not accepted on time.
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