Maharashtra's State CET Cell has announced the final allotment results for NEET UG 2026 Stray Vacancy Round 3, covering remaining MBBS and BDS seats across government, aided, private, and minority colleges in the state. This is the last allotment round of the 2026-27 admission cycle. Candidates who have received a seat must physically report to their allotted college by October 26, 2026, with all required original documents and admission fees. Missing this deadline means losing your seat, as no further rounds will be held under state counselling this year.
If you are allotted a seat in Maharashtra NEET UG Stray Round 3, you must report to your college by October 26, 2026—this is the final joining deadline and no extensions will be granted.
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The allotment list is now live on the official Maharashtra medical counselling portal at medical2026.mahacet.org. To view your result, you will need your application number and date of birth. The process is straightforward and takes only a few minutes.
Once you log in with your credentials, your allotment status will appear on screen. If you have been allotted a seat, download and print your allotment letter immediately—you will need this document when you report to the college. Keep multiple printed copies and also save a digital copy on your phone for reference.
- Visit medical2026.mahacet.org
- Click on the Stray Vacancy Round 3 allotment link
- Enter your application number and date of birth
- Submit to view your allotment result
- Download and print your allotment letter
Critical Reporting Deadline: October 26, 2026
This is the single most important date for all allotted candidates. You must physically present yourself at your allotted college on or before October 26, 2026. After this date, your seat will be cancelled and reallocated or left vacant. There are no exceptions, extensions, or online reporting options for this round.
Plan your travel and arrange all documents well in advance. If you are allotted a college far from your home, begin your journey early on October 26 to avoid delays. Bring a parent or guardian with you, as some colleges require a guardian's signature on admission forms.
- Final reporting deadline: October 26, 2026
- Physical presence at college is mandatory
- No online reporting or remote admission is allowed
- No extensions will be granted under any circumstances
- Seats not claimed by this date will be cancelled
Complete List of Documents You Must Carry
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Colleges will verify every document you bring. Carry both original documents and self-attested photocopies of each. The verification desk will check originals against copies before confirming your admission. Missing even one required document may delay or prevent your admission on the day.
Prepare a checklist and tick off each item before you leave home. If you are a reserved category candidate or have a non-creamy layer claim, ensure your certificates are valid and not expired. Some colleges may ask for additional documents based on their specific requirements, so contact your allotted college a day before reporting to confirm.
- Stray Round 3 allotment letter (downloaded from portal)
- NEET UG 2026 scorecard and admit card
- Class 10 marksheet and passing certificate
- Class 12 marksheet and passing certificate
- Valid photo identity proof (Aadhaar, passport, or driving licence)
- Maharashtra domicile certificate (if applicable)
- Caste certificate and caste validity certificate (for reserved candidates)
- Non-creamy layer certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photographs (4–6 copies)
Admission Fee Payment: What You Need to Know
You will pay your admission fee on the day you report to the college. Payment is made via demand draft only—no cash, cheque, or online transfer is accepted. The demand draft must be drawn from any nationalised or scheduled bank and made payable to the Dean or Principal of your allotted college.
The fee amount varies significantly depending on whether your college is government, government-aided, private unaided, or a minority institution. Before you visit the college, contact the admission office by phone or email to confirm the exact fee amount and the name in which the demand draft should be drawn. This prevents delays and ensures you bring the correct amount.
- Payment method: Demand draft only
- Drawn from a nationalised or scheduled bank
- Payable to the Dean or Principal of the college
- Fee varies by college type (government, aided, private, minority)
- Confirm exact fee amount with college office before reporting
- Payment made on the day of physical reporting
Who Was Eligible for Stray Round 3?
Only candidates who qualified NEET UG 2026 and registered under Maharashtra state counselling were eligible to participate in this round. If you were already admitted and joined a college in an earlier round (Round 1, Round 2, or Stray Rounds 1 and 2), you could not apply for Stray Round 3.
All eligible candidates had to fill fresh preferences for this round. The allotment was processed strictly on merit (NEET score), category (general, OBC, SC, ST, etc.), and your preference order. No candidate could be allotted a seat outside their preferred colleges or courses.
- Must have qualified NEET UG 2026
- Must be registered under Maharashtra state counselling
- Cannot have already joined another college
- Fresh preference filling was mandatory
- Allotment based on merit, category, and preference order
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Why This Is the Final Round—What Happens After October 26
Stray Round 3 is the last allotment under Maharashtra state counselling for the 2026-27 MBBS and BDS admission cycle. Any seats that remain unfilled after October 26, 2026, will not be reopened for further rounds. This means if you do not secure a seat now, you will not get another chance through state counselling.
The State CET Cell will soon publish a final vacancy status and closure notice on medical2026.mahacet.org. After that, the admission cycle for this year will be officially closed. If you have not been allotted a seat or have not reported by the deadline, your only remaining option would be to explore private college direct admissions (if available) or prepare for NEET UG 2027.
- This is the final allotment round of the 2026-27 cycle
- No further rounds will be held under state counselling
- Unfilled seats will not reopen
- Closure notice will be published shortly after October 26
- Candidates not allotted must explore private admissions or reappear next year
Colleges Covered in This Round
Stray Round 3 allotment includes vacant MBBS and BDS seats across all types of medical and dental colleges in Maharashtra. This includes government colleges, government-aided colleges, private unaided colleges, and minority institutions. The round was designed to fill any remaining vacancies after the main counselling rounds.
The seats available in this round are typically fewer than in earlier rounds, as most seats are filled by then. However, if you have been allotted a seat, it is a confirmed admission to a recognised medical or dental college in Maharashtra.
- Government medical and dental colleges
- Government-aided colleges
- Private unaided colleges
- Minority medical and dental colleges
- MBBS and BDS programmes under Group A
Timeline of All Three Stray Rounds in 2026
The Maharashtra CET Cell released a revised schedule (Notice No. 28) for all three stray vacancy rounds. Understanding this timeline helps you plan your next steps if you were allotted in an earlier round or are waiting for Round 3 results.
All three rounds were completed within a week, with the final reporting deadline on October 26. This compressed schedule means candidates had very little time between allotment and reporting, so it is crucial to act immediately once you receive your allotment letter.
- Stray Round 1 Allotment: October 19, 2026
- Stray Round 2 Allotment: October 22, 2026
- Stray Round 3 Allotment: October 25, 2026
- Final Joining and Reporting Deadline: October 26, 2026
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
Where do I check my Stray Round 3 allotment result?
Visit the official portal at medical2026.mahacet.org. Click on the Stray Vacancy Round 3 allotment link, enter your application number and date of birth, and submit. Your allotment status will appear on screen. Download and print your allotment letter immediately.
What is the deadline to report to my allotted college?
The final reporting deadline is October 26, 2026. You must physically present yourself at your allotted college on or before this date with all original documents and admission fees. No extensions or online reporting is allowed. Missing this deadline means losing your seat.
What documents must I carry when I report to the college?
Carry your allotment letter, NEET scorecard and admit card, Class 10 and 12 marksheets and passing certificates, valid photo ID (Aadhaar or passport), Maharashtra domicile certificate (if applicable), caste and non-creamy layer certificates (if applicable), and 4–6 passport-size photographs. Bring both originals and self-attested photocopies.
How do I pay the admission fee?
Payment is made via demand draft only, drawn from a nationalised or scheduled bank and made payable to the Dean or Principal of your college. Contact your allotted college in advance to confirm the exact fee amount and the name for the demand draft. Payment is made on the day you report to the college.
Is this the last round of Maharashtra NEET UG counselling for 2026-27?
Yes, Stray Round 3 is the final allotment round. Any seats remaining unfilled after October 26, 2026, will not be reopened. The State CET Cell will publish a closure notice shortly after. If you are not allotted now, your only options are private college direct admissions or reappearing for NEET UG 2027.
Can I report to the college on a date after October 26 if I have an emergency?
No. The deadline is absolute and no extensions are granted under any circumstances. If you cannot report by October 26, your seat will be cancelled and reallocated. Plan your travel well in advance and ensure you can reach the college on time.
What types of colleges are included in Stray Round 3?
Stray Round 3 covers vacant MBBS and BDS seats in government colleges, government-aided colleges, private unaided colleges, and minority medical and dental colleges across Maharashtra. All seats are under Group A for the 2026-27 academic session.
Can I participate in Stray Round 3 if I was already admitted in an earlier round?
No. Only candidates who have not yet been admitted and joined a college are eligible. If you were allotted and joined in Round 1, Round 2, or Stray Rounds 1 and 2, you cannot participate in Stray Round 3.
If you have been allotted a seat in Stray Round 3, download your allotment letter immediately and begin arranging your documents and admission fee. Report to your college by October 26, 2026—this is your final opportunity to secure a seat under Maharashtra state counselling for 2026-27. If you have not been allotted, monitor the CET Cell portal for the final closure notice and explore alternative admission pathways.
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