Introduction
The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, operating under the Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER), released the Provisional State Merit List for NEET UG 2026 counselling on August 18, 2026. This list includes candidates registered for admission to first-year MBBS and BDS courses under the state quota. It is available on the official CET Cell website, cetcell.mahacet.org.
You can directly access the registered candidate list and the provisional merit list on the CET Cell portal.
Maharashtra NEET UG Merit List 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Released by | State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Maharashtra, under DMER |
| List type | Provisional State Merit List (Rank List) for NEET UG 2026 |
| Courses covered | MBBS and BDS (Group A) under the 85% state quota |
| Release date | August 18, 2026 |
| Official website | cetcell.mahacet.org |
Maharashtra NEET UG Merit List 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration window | August 6 - August 15, 2026 (till 8:00 PM) |
| Provisional State Merit List released | August 18, 2026 |
| Objection/grievance submission window | August 19 - August 20, 2026 |
| Final Merit List release | August 21, 2026 |
| Seat matrix (MBBS/BDS) release | August 21, 2026 |
| Online choice filling and locking | August 22 - August 24, 2026 |
| CAP Round 1 provisional seat allotment result | August 25, 2026 |
What the Merit List Covers
The Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Provisional Merit List is prepared for candidates who have registered for admission to MBBS and BDS (Group A) courses under the state quota. It does not include Group B and Group C courses, such as BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BNYS, BPTh, BOT, BASLP, and B(P&O). The counselling schedule for these other groups will be announced separately by the CET Cell.
The exact number of MBBS and BDS seats available, along with the list of participating colleges, will be published with the seat matrix on August 21, 2026.
Application / Registration Fee
| Category | 2025 Fee (for reference only - confirm current fee on portal) |
|---|---|
| State quota seats only | ₹1,000 (non-refundable) |
| Institutional quota seats only | ₹5,000 |
| Both state and institutional quota | ₹6,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: When was the Maharashtra NEET UG Merit List 2026 released?
A: The Provisional State Merit List was released on August 18, 2026, on the official CET Cell website, cetcell.mahacet.org. - Q: How do I check my name in the Maharashtra NEET UG Merit List 2026?
A: You can download the merit list PDF from cetcell.mahacet.org and use the search function (Ctrl+F) to find your NEET roll number, CET Cell application number, or name. - Q: Is the provisional merit list the final list for admission?
A: No, the provisional list may have corrections. The Final Merit List, which will be released on August 21, 2026, is the official list used for choice filling and seat allotment. - Q: When will the Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 seat matrix be available?
A: The seat matrix for MBBS and BDS courses will be published along with the Final Merit List on August 21, 2026. - Q: When does choice filling start after the merit list release?
A: Online choice filling and locking for CAP Round 1 will take place from August 22 to August 24, 2026.
