Maharashtra's Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, the state body that runs NEET UG counselling for MBBS and BDS seats in Maharashtra, put out a revised provisional merit list for CAP (Centralised Admission Process) Round 1 on August 23, 2026. This list ranks candidates within the state quota based on their NEET UG score and category, and it decides who gets to participate in the crucial choice-filling stage. Along with the merit list, the CET Cell also released an updated list of registered candidates and a list of candidates whose applications were rejected. If you or someone in your family has applied for Maharashtra state quota MBBS/BDS seats, this list — and the short grievance window that follows it — is worth checking carefully right now.
Check the revised Maharashtra CAP Round 1 merit list for your name, rank and category immediately, because the grievance deadline is August 24 by 5 pm and the final list locks in on August 25 with no further corrections before choice filling begins.
Why a 'revised' list, and what changed
The Maharashtra CET Cell had already pushed back its counselling timeline once this season. The revision was made because the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), which conducts All India Quota counselling for 15% of MBBS/BDS seats across the country, extended its own schedule. Since many candidates apply for both AIQ and state quota seats, state authorities generally align their timelines so documents, verification status and eligibility checks stay consistent across processes.
As a result, Maharashtra's online document verification window was pushed to close on August 23, the same day the revised merit list came out. If your provisional rank or category differs from what you expected, this timeline shift is the likely reason — it is not necessarily an error, but you should still verify every detail.
What to check on the merit list right now
The merit list PDF is available on the official counselling portal, fe2026.mahacet.org, under the 'Provisional merit list (Group A)' link. Once downloaded, do not just look for your name — check every field carefully, since even small mismatches can affect your seat allotment later.
- Your name exactly as per NEET UG application and Class 12 documents
- Application number and NEET UG roll number
- NEET UG score and the rank assigned within the Maharashtra merit list
- Category and sub-category (General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PwD, etc.) shown against your name
- Domicile or state-quota eligibility status, if applicable to your case
The counselling timeline from here
With the revised merit list out, the process now moves fast. There is very little time between each stage, so aspirants need to track dates closely rather than waiting for reminders.
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Revised provisional merit list & registered candidate list | August 23, 2026 |
| Grievance submission window | August 24, 2026 (up to 5 pm) |
| Final merit list and seat matrix | August 25, 2026 |
| Choice filling (colleges and courses) | August 26 to August 29, 2026 (till 5:30 pm) |
| CAP Round 1 seat allotment result | August 30, 2026 |
| Physical reporting/joining at allotted college | August 30 to September 4, 2026 |
If you spot an error, act by August 24, 5 pm
The CET Cell has provided a narrow one-day window for candidates to flag discrepancies in the provisional list — such as wrong category, missing rank, or an incorrect application status. This grievance window closes at 5 pm on August 24, after which the final merit list is prepared and published on August 25. Once the final list is out, changes are far harder to secure, so any correction request should be filed well within the deadline, with supporting documents attached where the portal allows it.
Do not assume a minor mismatch will get automatically fixed later. Counselling bodies process corrections only through the formal grievance mechanism, and unaddressed errors can carry through to seat allotment.
Getting ready for choice filling
Once the final merit list and seat matrix (the list of available seats per college and course) are published on August 25, candidates get a four-day window, August 26 to 29, to fill and arrange their college and course preferences online. This is the single most consequential step in the process — a well-thought-out preference list, ordered by realistic rank expectations, budget, location and course (MBBS or BDS), gives you the best shot at a seat you actually want.
Use the days between the final merit list and the start of choice filling to shortlist colleges based on your rank range, note fee structures, and decide your priority order in advance rather than filling choices in a rush on the last day.
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Where can I download the Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 revised merit list?
It is available on the official Maharashtra CAP counselling portal, fe2026.mahacet.org, under the 'Provisional merit list (Group A)' section.
What should I do if my name, rank or category is wrong on the list?
Submit a grievance through the CET Cell's official process by August 24, 5 pm — this is the only window for corrections before the final list is published on August 25.
Why did the counselling schedule get revised?
It was adjusted to stay in sync with an extension announced by the Medical Counselling Committee, which runs All India Quota counselling, since many candidates apply through both processes simultaneously.
When does choice filling for Maharashtra CAP Round 1 open?
Choice filling runs from August 26 to August 29, 2026 (till 5:30 pm), after the final merit list and seat matrix are released on August 25.
When will Round 1 seat allotment results be announced?
The CAP Round 1 seat allotment result is scheduled for August 30, 2026, followed by physical reporting to the allotted college between August 30 and September 4.
Is this merit list only for state quota seats?
Yes, this list applies to Maharashtra's state CAP counselling, which is separate from the All India Quota counselling conducted by the MCC; candidates eligible for both need to track both timelines.
If you have applied for Maharashtra's NEET UG counselling, download the revised merit list today, verify every detail against your original documents, and file a grievance before the August 24 deadline if anything looks off. With choice filling opening right after the final list on August 25, use the next couple of days to finalise your college and course preferences so you are ready to submit them without last-minute pressure.
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