Maharashtra's State Common Entrance Test Cell has released the provisional seat matrix for NEET UG 2026 MBBS and BDS admissions. This document lists all available seats across government colleges, private colleges, and private university colleges in Maharashtra, broken down by category, gender, and special quotas. The seat matrix is subject to change based on affiliation approvals and court orders, but it gives you the first official picture of where and how many seats are available for counselling. This is a critical reference document for understanding your options before the CAP (Centralised Admission Process) rounds begin.
Maharashtra has 6,050 MBBS seats and 2,676 BDS seats across all colleges; the matrix shows category-wise and gender-wise breakdown for each institution, but numbers are provisional and may change before allotment.
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The seat matrix is an official table that shows exactly how many seats each medical and dental college in Maharashtra will offer in NEET UG 2026. It is not a merit list or allotment result — it is a blueprint of supply. Every seat is categorized by type: general (GEN), women (WOM), persons with disability (PWD), orphan (ORP), and reserved categories (SC, ST, VJA, NTB, NTC, NTD, OBC).
This matrix is 'provisional' because colleges are still awaiting final affiliation from MUHS Nashik, NMC (National Medical Commission), or DCI (Dental Council of India). The CET Cell Commissioner can also change seat numbers before the CAP allotment rounds. However, this is your best current guide to understand which colleges have how many seats and in which categories.
Total Seats Available: MBBS and BDS
Maharashtra is offering a total of 6,050 MBBS seats across all colleges (government, private, and private university). Of these, 965 are AIQ (All India Quota) seats — meaning they are filled by the national counselling process, not Maharashtra's state counselling. The remaining 5,065 seats are state quota seats, filled through Maharashtra's CAP rounds.
For BDS, the total is 2,676 seats: 376 in government colleges, 2,200 in private colleges, and 100 in private university colleges. The breakdown ensures that both urban and rural areas, and both government and private institutions, have representation.
- MBBS: 6,050 total seats (965 AIQ + 5,065 state quota)
- BDS: 2,676 total seats (376 govt + 2,200 private + 100 private university)
Government Colleges: MBBS and BDS Seats
Maharashtra has 43 government MBBS colleges listed in this matrix. The largest are Grant Medical College Mumbai (250 seats), G.S. Medical College Mumbai (250 seats), B.J. Medical College Pune (250 seats), and Govt. Medical College Nagpur (250 seats). Smaller government colleges in tier-2 and tier-3 cities like Baramati, Nandurbar, Alibaug, Sindhudurg, Satara, and Ratnagiri have 100 seats each.
For BDS, there are 5 government dental colleges: Government Dental College Mumbai (125 seats), Nair Hospital Dental College Mumbai (75 seats), Government Dental College Jalgaon (50 seats), Govt. Dental College Nagpur (63 seats), and Govt. Dental College Ch. Sambhajinagar (63 seats). Government colleges are typically more affordable and highly competitive.
- 43 government MBBS colleges across Maharashtra
- 5 government BDS colleges
- Largest colleges: 250 seats (Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur)
- Smallest colleges: 50–100 seats (rural and tier-2 cities)
Private Colleges: MBBS and BDS Seats
Private MBBS colleges in Maharashtra offer 3,299 seats across 25 institutions. Notable colleges include Vedanta Medical College Palghar (150 seats), Prakash Institute of Medical Sciences Islampur (150 seats), and several 150-seat colleges in Nasik, Dhule, Solapur, and Jalgaon. Private colleges typically charge higher fees but may have more flexible admission timelines and infrastructure.
Private BDS colleges are more numerous — 23 colleges offering 2,200 seats total. These range from 40-seat colleges (Shri Vasantdada Patil Dental College Sangli) to 100-seat colleges spread across Mumbai, Pune, Nasik, Dhule, Solapur, and other regions. Private colleges often have modern facilities but require careful verification of recognition and accreditation.
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- 25 private MBBS colleges: 3,299 seats
- 23 private BDS colleges: 2,200 seats
- Seat sizes: 50–200 for MBBS, 40–100 for BDS
- Spread across Mumbai, Pune, Nasik, Dhule, Solapur, and other cities
Private University Colleges: MBBS and BDS
Two private university MBBS colleges are listed: Dr. V.V.P.F.'s Medical College Ahilyanagar (200 seats) and N.K.P. Salve Medical College Nagpur (250 seats). These colleges are affiliated to private universities rather than state universities, and they follow their own fee structures and admission rules alongside the state counselling process.
For BDS, there is one private university college: Ranjeet Deshmukh Dental College and Research Centre Hingana Nagpur (100 seats). Private university colleges often have higher fees and may have different eligibility or merit criteria, so verify details directly with the college.
- 2 private university MBBS colleges: 450 seats total
- 1 private university BDS college: 100 seats
- Affiliated to private universities, not state universities
Understanding the Category Columns: Reserved and General Seats
The matrix shows seats broken down by category. SC (Scheduled Caste), ST (Scheduled Tribe), VJA (VJ(A) — a specific OBC sub-group in Maharashtra), NTB (NT(B)/NT1), NTC (NT(C)/NT2), NTD (NT(D)/NT3) — these are all reserved categories. OBC is the Other Backward Classes category. SEB (Socially and Educationally Backward) and EWS (Economically Weaker Section) are newer categories. GEN (General) seats are open to all candidates who meet the eligibility criteria.
Each college's row shows how many seats it has in each category. For example, if a college shows SC=2, ST=1, OBC=3, and GEN=10, it means 2 seats are reserved for SC candidates, 1 for ST, 3 for OBC, and 10 are open to any eligible candidate. The total of all categories equals the college's total intake. ⚠️ Important: You can only apply for a seat in a category you are eligible for — if you are not SC/ST/OBC/EWS, you can only compete for GEN seats.
- SC, ST, VJA, NTB, NTC, NTD, OBC: reserved categories
- SEB, EWS: newer reserved categories
- GEN: open to all eligible candidates
- Each candidate competes only within their eligible category
Gender-Wise Breakdown: General and Women Seats
The matrix lists seats under two gender rows for each college: GEN (general, open to all genders) and WOM (women-only seats). Some colleges have dedicated women seats; others do not. For example, Grant Medical College Mumbai shows 0 women seats in most categories, meaning all seats are gender-neutral. Other colleges may have 1–2 women-only seats in specific categories.
Women candidates can apply for both general seats and women-only seats. If a college has 10 general seats and 5 women seats, a woman candidate can compete for any of the 15 seats. Men can only compete for general seats. This is an important distinction when calculating your actual competition pool.
- GEN row: seats open to all genders
- WOM row: seats reserved for women candidates only
- Women can compete for both; men can only compete for general seats
- Check each college's women seat allocation carefully
Special Quotas: PWD, Orphan, and Other Reservations
Beyond category and gender, the matrix includes rows for PWD (Persons with Disability), ORP (Orphan — institutional), and ORPC (Orphan — outside institution). These are separate quotas. For example, if a college has 1 PWD seat, that seat is reserved for a candidate with a recognized disability, regardless of their category. Orphan seats are for children in institutional care or those who have lost both parents.
⚠️ Trap: PWD, orphan, and other special quota seats are typically very few (often 0 or 1 per college). Do not assume these seats will be available at your preferred college. Check the specific college's row in the matrix. If it shows 0 PWD seats, there are no PWD seats at that college for this year.
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- PWD: seats for persons with recognized disabilities
- ORP: seats for orphans in institutional care
- ORPC: seats for orphans outside institutional care
- These are separate from category and gender quotas
- Most colleges have 0 or 1 such seat
AIQ vs. State Quota: Which Seats You Can Apply For
The matrix shows two columns: AIQ (All India Quota) and State quota. AIQ seats are filled through national-level counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) or DGHS. State quota seats are filled through Maharashtra's own CAP (Centralised Admission Process) counselling. As a Maharashtra domicile candidate, you will primarily compete for state quota seats in Maharashtra's counselling. AIQ seats are for candidates from across India and are counselled separately.
If you are a Maharashtra resident and have a valid domicile certificate, you are eligible for state quota seats. If you are from another state, you may be eligible for AIQ seats only, depending on your domicile status. Check the counselling notification for domicile eligibility rules.
- AIQ seats: filled through national counselling (MCC/DGHS)
- State quota seats: filled through Maharashtra CAP counselling
- Maharashtra residents: eligible for state quota seats
- Non-residents: typically eligible for AIQ seats only
- Verify your domicile eligibility before applying
Important Caveats: This Matrix Is Provisional
The document clearly states: 'Seat position is subject to change as per information from Institute / MUHS, Nashik / NMC / DCI / Order of Hon'ble Courts / State / Central Government.' This means the numbers you see here are not final. Colleges are still awaiting affiliation approvals. If a college does not receive affiliation by the time counselling begins, its seats may be withdrawn or reduced. Similarly, if a court order or government directive changes seat allocations, the matrix will be updated.
Additionally, 'Government / CET Cell Commissioner may change this seat position before allotment of seats in CAP round(s).' This gives the CET Cell authority to adjust seats even after this matrix is published, up until the actual allotment. Always check the official CET Cell website for the latest updates before counselling begins.
- Seats are provisional and subject to affiliation approval
- Court orders or government directives may change seat numbers
- CET Cell Commissioner can adjust seats before CAP allotment
- Check the official website regularly for updates
- Do not assume these numbers are final
How to Use This Matrix for Your Counselling Strategy
Step 1: Identify your category (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, General, etc.) and your gender. Step 2: Look at colleges you are interested in and find their rows in the matrix. Step 3: Check how many seats are available in your category and gender. For example, if you are an OBC woman, look at the WOM row and find the OBC column. Step 4: Note the total number of seats in your category across all colleges to understand the competition pool.
Step 5: Cross-reference with your NEET rank. If your rank is higher (better) than the expected cutoff for a college's category, you have a reasonable chance. Step 6: Prepare a priority list of colleges based on seat availability, location, and your rank. Step 7: During counselling, use this matrix to make informed choices about which colleges to list in your preference order. Remember: the matrix shows supply; your rank determines demand.
- Identify your category and gender
- Find colleges with seats in your category
- Count total seats available in your category across colleges
- Compare your rank to expected cutoffs
- Prepare a priority list of colleges
- Use the matrix during counselling to make informed choices
Key Colleges and Seat Counts at a Glance
For MBBS, the largest government colleges are in Mumbai (Grant, L.T., G.S., T.N. Medical Colleges) and Pune (B.J. Medical College), each with 150–250 seats. Nagpur's Govt. Medical College also has 250 seats. Smaller government colleges in Solapur, Miraj, Dhule, Kolhapur, and Jalgaon have 150–200 seats. The newest government colleges in Baramati, Nandurbar, Alibaug, Sindhudurg, Satara, and Ratnagiri have 100 seats each.
For private MBBS, Vedanta Medical College Palghar stands out with 150 seats and significant reserved category allocations. For BDS, private colleges dominate the supply, with 23 colleges offering 2,200 seats — far more than the 376 government BDS seats. This means BDS candidates have more options in private colleges.
- Largest MBBS colleges: 250 seats (Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur)
- Mid-size MBBS colleges: 150–200 seats (Solapur, Miraj, Dhule, Jalgaon)
- Smallest MBBS colleges: 50–100 seats (rural areas)
- BDS: 23 private colleges vs. 5 government colleges
- Private BDS colleges offer more seats overall
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What is the total number of MBBS and BDS seats in Maharashtra for NEET UG 2026?
Maharashtra is offering 6,050 MBBS seats (965 AIQ + 5,065 state quota) and 2,676 BDS seats (376 govt + 2,200 private + 100 private university). These numbers are provisional and subject to change based on affiliation approvals and court orders.
Can I apply for seats in any category, or only my own?
You can only apply for seats in the category you are eligible for. If you are SC/ST/OBC/EWS, you can apply for seats reserved for your category or for general seats. If you are general category, you can only apply for general seats. Your category is determined by your caste certificate or EWS certificate, as applicable.
What is the difference between AIQ and state quota seats?
AIQ (All India Quota) seats are filled through national counselling by MCC/DGHS and are open to candidates from across India. State quota seats are filled through Maharashtra's CAP counselling and are primarily for Maharashtra residents. As a Maharashtra domicile, you will compete for state quota seats in Maharashtra's counselling.
Are the seat numbers in this matrix final, or can they change?
The seat numbers are provisional. They can change based on affiliation approvals from MUHS Nashik, NMC, or DCI; court orders; government directives; or decisions by the CET Cell Commissioner. Always check the official CET Cell website for the latest updates before counselling begins.
How many women-only seats are available in MBBS colleges?
The number of women-only seats varies by college. Some colleges have 0 women seats (all seats are gender-neutral), while others have 1–2 women seats in specific categories. Check the WOM row for each college in the matrix. Women candidates can compete for both general and women-only seats.
Which colleges have the most seats in my category?
To find this, identify your category (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, or General) and scan the matrix for colleges with the highest numbers in that column. For example, if you are OBC, look at the OBC column across all colleges and note which have the most seats. Larger government colleges typically have more reserved seats.
What are PWD and orphan seats, and how do I apply for them?
PWD seats are reserved for persons with recognized disabilities. Orphan seats (ORP/ORPC) are for children in institutional care or those who have lost both parents. These are separate quotas and are very limited (often 0 or 1 per college). If you are eligible, you can apply for these seats during counselling, but do not assume they will be available at your preferred college.
Can I see which colleges have the most seats in my category and gender?
Yes. Find your category row (GEN or WOM) and your category column (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, or General). Colleges with higher numbers in that cell have more seats for you. For example, if you are a general category woman, look at the WOM row and GEN column for each college.
What should I do if my preferred college shows 0 seats in my category?
If a college shows 0 seats in your category, you cannot apply for that college in that category during state quota counselling. You will need to choose other colleges that have seats available in your category. Use the matrix to identify alternative colleges with available seats.
How do I know if a college's seats are final or if they might be withdrawn?
The matrix states that seats are subject to change based on affiliation approvals and court orders. Colleges that are still awaiting affiliation may have their seats withdrawn or reduced. Check the official CET Cell website regularly for updates, and verify a college's affiliation status before finalizing your preference list.
Are private colleges' seats included in this matrix, and can I apply for them?
Yes, private colleges' seats are included in this matrix. You can apply for private college seats during Maharashtra's CAP counselling if you meet the eligibility criteria. Private colleges typically charge higher fees than government colleges, so verify fees and accreditation before applying.
What does 'Req. Of' mean at the bottom of each section?
'Req. Of' (Requirement Of) shows the total number of seats that need to be filled in each category across all colleges in that section. For example, 'Req. Of: 5065' for government MBBS means 5,065 state quota seats need to be filled across all 43 government MBBS colleges. This helps you understand the total competition pool in your category.
This provisional seat matrix is your roadmap for Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 counselling. Use it to identify colleges with available seats in your category and gender, estimate your competition, and prepare your preference list. However, remember that these numbers are provisional and may change before counselling begins — check the official Maharashtra CET Cell website (medical2026.mahacet.org) regularly for updates. Do not finalize your strategy based solely on this matrix; cross-reference with your NEET rank, expected cutoffs, and college accreditation status. Counselling dates and detailed instructions will be announced separately by the CET Cell.
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