Maharashtra's State CET Cell has released the third and final round of allotments for NEET UG 2026 MBBS and BDS seats. If you have been allotted a college in this round, you face a hard deadline: you must physically report to your assigned institute by October 14, 2026, at 5:30 PM. Missing this window will cancel your seat permanently, and you will not be eligible for any further counselling rounds in Maharashtra. This is a critical moment for thousands of aspirants across the state.
Allotted candidates in Maharashtra Round 3 must join their college by October 14, 2026, 5:30 PM, or lose their seat permanently with no further counselling rounds available.
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Unlock My College ListWhat Happened: Round 3 Allotment Released
On October 11, 2026, the Maharashtra CET Cell published the provisional allotment list for Round 3 of the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) for NEET UG 2026. The list covers both MBBS and BDS courses and is available on the official portal medical2026.mahacet.org. This round was based on fresh preference choices that candidates submitted between October 7 and October 9, 2026.
The Round 3 seat matrix, released on October 6, 2026, offered a total of 1,931 vacant MBBS and BDS seats across government, corporation, and private unaided colleges in Maharashtra. These seats became available after withdrawals and resignations in earlier rounds. The combined final merit list for Round 3 was issued on October 5, 2026, determining the order in which candidates would be considered for allocation.
The Critical Joining Deadline: October 14, 2026
Any candidate who has received an allotment in Round 3 must physically report to their assigned college by October 14, 2026, at 5:30 PM. This is not a soft deadline or a guideline—it is a hard cutoff. Reporting after this time will result in automatic cancellation of your seat, and you will have no opportunity to appeal or join in a later round.
This finality is crucial to understand: if you are allotted in Round 3 and do not join by the deadline, your NEET UG counselling journey in Maharashtra ends. There will be no stray vacancy round or institutional round for you. The state will move forward with candidates who have confirmed their seats, and your position will be forfeited.
How to Check Your Allotment Status
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To find out if you have been allotted a seat, visit medical2026.mahacet.org and locate the CAP Round 3 selection list link on the homepage. Download the PDF document for your category (MBBS or BDS). The allotment list is searchable; use the search function to find your name and application number.
Once you locate your entry, note three key details: the name of your allotted college, the course (MBBS or BDS), and your assigned category. Verify that all information matches your application. If you spot any discrepancy, contact the CET Cell immediately—do not assume the error will be corrected later.
- Visit medical2026.mahacet.org
- Click the CAP Round 3 selection list link
- Download the MBBS or BDS allotment PDF for your category
- Search for your name and application number
- Note the college name, course, and category assigned to you
Documents You Must Carry to the College
Reporting to your allotted college is not a formality. You must bring original documents and self-attested copies for verification. The college will cross-check your credentials against the allotment list and your NEET application. Incomplete documentation can delay your admission or, in some cases, result in rejection.
The admission fee must be paid as per the college's instructions—this is typically done at the reporting centre. You will also need to submit a duly filled Status Retention Form if you wish to confirm your allotment. Failure to complete any of these steps within the deadline will cancel your seat.
- Original NEET UG 2026 scorecard and admit card
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and passing certificates
- Nationality certificate or valid passport
- Maharashtra domicile certificate
- Caste, non-creamy layer, or EWS certificate (if applicable)
- Status Retention Form (if retaining allotment)
- Medical fitness certificate from a registered practitioner
- Aadhaar card and recent passport-size photographs
- Proof of admission fee payment
Why Round 3 Is Your Final Chance in Maharashtra
The Maharashtra counselling process operates on a strict rule: once you are allotted a seat in Round 3, you are considered 'settled' by the state, regardless of whether you actually join. This means that if you reject the allotment or fail to join by the deadline, you will not be reconsidered for any subsequent round—not even a stray vacancy round or an institutional round.
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This rule exists to ensure that seats are filled efficiently and that the counselling process concludes on time. From the state's perspective, if you have been allotted and do not join, your seat is lost to the system. There is no mechanism to 'undo' an allotment in Round 3. Therefore, if you are allotted in this round, you must make a firm decision: either join the college or accept that your NEET UG admission in Maharashtra is over.
Timeline of Round 3 Events
Understanding the sequence of events helps you plan your next steps. The registration window for Round 3 opened on September 22 and closed on September 26, 2026. After that, the CET Cell compiled the merit list and released the seat matrix, giving candidates visibility into available seats before they submitted their preferences.
- September 22–26, 2026: Round 3 registration window
- October 5, 2026: Combined final merit list released
- October 6, 2026: Round 3 seat matrix published (1,931 seats available)
- October 7–9, 2026: Online preference form submission window
- October 11, 2026: Provisional allotment list released
- October 14, 2026, 5:30 PM: Physical joining deadline
What Happens After October 14: Stray Vacancy and Institutional Rounds
After the October 14 deadline, the CET Cell will assess how many seats remain unfilled. If any seats are vacant due to candidates not joining, the state may announce a stray vacancy round. However, this round will only be open to candidates who were not allotted in Round 3 or who rejected their allotment before the deadline.
Additionally, individual colleges may conduct institutional-level rounds to fill any remaining seats. Watch the official CET Cell portal for announcements after October 14, 2026. If you were allotted in Round 3 and did not join, you will not be eligible for these rounds. If you were not allotted in Round 3, keep monitoring the portal for stray vacancy notifications.
Practical Action Plan for Allotted Candidates
If you have been allotted a seat, follow this step-by-step plan to ensure you do not miss the deadline or forget any requirement. Start immediately—do not delay, as arranging documents and travel can take time.
- Download and verify your allotment from medical2026.mahacet.org today
- Confirm the college location and contact details
- Gather all original documents and make self-attested photocopies
- Arrange the admission fee as per the college's fee structure
- Fill and sign the Status Retention Form
- Plan your travel to the college if it is in a different city
- Report physically at the college before October 14, 2026, 5:30 PM
- Keep a copy of your allotment letter and all submitted documents for your records
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What is the last date to join my allotted college in Maharashtra Round 3?
The deadline is October 14, 2026, at 5:30 PM. You must physically report to your allotted college by this time. Reporting after 5:30 PM will result in automatic cancellation of your seat.
Can I join my college after October 14 if I have a valid reason?
No. The Maharashtra CET Cell does not grant extensions or exceptions for late joining in Round 3. The deadline is absolute. If you do not join by 5:30 PM on October 14, your seat will be cancelled permanently.
What happens if I am allotted in Round 3 but do not join?
If you do not join by the deadline, your seat is cancelled, and you will not be eligible for any further counselling rounds in Maharashtra—not even stray vacancy or institutional rounds. Your NEET UG admission process in the state ends.
How do I check if I have been allotted a seat in Round 3?
Visit medical2026.mahacet.org, click on the CAP Round 3 selection list link, download the PDF for your category (MBBS or BDS), and search for your name and application number. The allotment list is searchable.
What documents must I carry when I report to my allotted college?
You must carry your original NEET scorecard and admit card, Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, nationality certificate or passport, Maharashtra domicile certificate, caste/EWS certificate (if applicable), medical fitness certificate, Aadhaar card, passport-size photographs, and proof of admission fee payment. Self-attested copies of all documents are also required.
How many seats were available in Round 3?
A total of 1,931 vacant MBBS and BDS seats were available in Round 3 across government, corporation, and private unaided colleges in Maharashtra. These seats were carried forward from earlier rounds due to withdrawals and resignations.
Will there be another round after Round 3?
The state may announce a stray vacancy round if seats remain unfilled after October 14. However, candidates who were allotted in Round 3 and did not join will not be eligible for this round. Only candidates who were not allotted in Round 3 can participate in stray vacancy or institutional rounds.
Can I change my allotted college or course after being allotted in Round 3?
No. Once you are allotted in Round 3, your college and course are fixed. You cannot request a change. Your only options are to join the allotted college or reject the allotment (which ends your counselling in Maharashtra).
If you have been allotted a seat in Maharashtra Round 3, treat October 14, 2026, 5:30 PM as a non-negotiable deadline. Gather your documents now, arrange your travel, and confirm the college's fee structure and reporting location. Missing this deadline will permanently end your NEET UG admission process in Maharashtra. For any clarifications, contact the CET Cell or your allotted college directly—do not rely on unofficial sources.
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