Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell (State CET Cell) has published the Virtual Vacancy list for Round 3 of NEET UG 2026 counselling under the State Quota. This list shows which MBBS and BDS seats remain available across colleges in Maharashtra after previous rounds of allotment. Candidates who have registered for counselling must check this list to understand which seats they may be eligible to apply for in Round 3. The virtual vacancy reflects the actual seats that colleges have reported as unfilled and available for allocation.
The Virtual Vacancy list for Round 3 (State Quota) is now live — check it on the official portal to see which MBBS and BDS seats are available before you apply.
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The Virtual Vacancy list is a detailed seat matrix published by Maharashtra State CET Cell showing all MBBS and BDS seats that remain unfilled after the previous rounds of counselling and allotment. It is specific to Round 3 and covers only State Quota seats — the seats that Maharashtra fills through its own counselling process.
This list is essential because it tells you exactly which colleges have seats available, in which courses (MBBS or BDS), and in which categories (General, OBC, SC, ST, etc.). Without checking this list, you will not know which seats you can realistically apply for in Round 3.
Who Must Check This List?
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Any candidate who has registered for Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 counselling and is eligible to participate in Round 3 must check the Virtual Vacancy list. This includes candidates who did not receive an allotment in earlier rounds, as well as those who received an allotment but wish to participate in Round 3 for a possible upgrade or change of college/course.
If you are applying under State Quota (not All India Quota or Competent Authority Quota), this list directly affects your choices. Seats shown as zero or unavailable in a particular college and category mean you cannot be allotted that seat in Round 3.
How to Access the Virtual Vacancy List
The Virtual Vacancy list for Round 3 (State Quota) is published on the official Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 counselling portal at medical2026.mahacet.org. You can download the list as a PDF document directly from the portal.
The list is organized by college, course (MBBS/BDS), and category. You will need to search for your preferred colleges and categories to identify which seats are available for you to apply for in Round 3.
What Information Does the List Contain?
The Virtual Vacancy list shows the number of available seats at each college for each course (MBBS or BDS) and each category (General, OBC, SC, ST, and any other applicable categories). It reflects the actual vacancies reported by colleges after Round 2 allotment and any candidates who did not join or withdrew.
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The list is the official source of truth for seat availability in Round 3. If a seat is not shown in this list, it is not available for allocation in Round 3, even if it appeared in earlier rounds.
Why This Matters for Your Round 3 Application
Before you fill your choice form for Round 3, you must study this Virtual Vacancy list carefully. Your choices should be based on seats that are actually available — applying for a college-course-category combination that shows zero vacancy is a wasted choice and reduces your chances of getting allotted to a seat that is available.
The list also helps you prioritize: if your preferred college has only 1 or 2 seats in your category, you know the competition will be high. If another college has more seats, you may have a better chance there. Use this information to make strategic, informed choices.
Important: Check the List Before the Choice Form Opens
Do not wait until the last moment to check the Virtual Vacancy list. Download and review it as soon as it is published so you have time to plan your choices carefully. Rushing through the choice form without studying the vacancy list is a common mistake that leads to poor outcomes.
Keep a copy of the list handy when you fill your choice form. Cross-check each choice you make against the list to ensure that seat is actually available in your category.
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Where can I download the Virtual Vacancy list for Round 3?
The Virtual Vacancy list is available on the official Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 counselling portal at medical2026.mahacet.org. You can download it as a PDF document directly from the portal.
What does 'Virtual Vacancy' mean?
Virtual Vacancy refers to the seats that remain unfilled and available for allocation in Round 3 after the previous rounds of counselling and allotment. It shows the actual number of MBBS and BDS seats available at each college in each category.
Does the Virtual Vacancy list show seats for all quotas?
No. This Virtual Vacancy list is specific to State Quota seats only — the seats that Maharashtra fills through its own counselling. Seats under All India Quota and Competent Authority Quota are managed separately.
Can I apply for a seat that is not shown in the Virtual Vacancy list?
No. If a seat is not listed in the Virtual Vacancy list for Round 3, it is not available for allocation in that round. You can only apply for seats that are shown as available in this list.
Why do some colleges show zero seats in my category?
A college may show zero seats in your category because all seats in that category have been filled in earlier rounds, or no seats were allocated to that category at that college. You cannot apply for seats that are not available.
Should I base my Round 3 choices on the Virtual Vacancy list?
Yes, absolutely. Your Round 3 choices should be based entirely on the seats shown as available in the Virtual Vacancy list. Applying for seats that are not available is a waste of your choice and reduces your chances of getting allotted.
When should I check the Virtual Vacancy list?
Check the list as soon as it is published, well before the Round 3 choice form opens. This gives you time to plan your choices carefully and avoid last-minute mistakes.
Is the Virtual Vacancy list the same as the merit list?
No. The Virtual Vacancy list shows available seats; it is not a merit list or allotment result. It is a seat matrix that helps you understand which seats you can apply for in Round 3.
Download the Virtual Vacancy list for Round 3 from medical2026.mahacet.org immediately. Study it carefully, identify the colleges and categories where seats are available, and use this information to make your Round 3 choices strategically. Do not apply for seats that are not shown in this list.
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