Maharashtra NEET UG Round 2 Choice Filling for CAP Round 2 (MBBS and BDS courses) has officially commenced under the aegis of the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, on the state medical counselling portal at medical2026.mahacet.org and cetcell.mahacet.org. Following the release of the vacant seat matrix on September 7, 2026, registered state medical aspirants can now fill, modify, and lock their college preference choices for 85% state quota seats and institutional quota seats across Maharashtra for the 2026-27 academic session.
CAP Round 2 is the most crucial phase in the Maharashtra medical admission cycle. Candidates who secured admission in CAP Round 1 and wish to upgrade to a higher-preference government or private medical college, as well as un-allotted merit candidates, must submit fresh online preferences. To analyze college cutoff movements and statewide quota seat matrices across streams, candidates can explore our Medical Admissions Category and calculate college-wise admission chances using the All India College Predictor Hub.
Maharashtra NEET UG Round 2 Choice Filling: Official State CET Cell Schedule
The State CET Cell Maharashtra has released the authoritative timetable for CAP Round 2 (Group A – MBBS/BDS). Candidates must submit their preference forms strictly before the September 10 midnight cut-off.
| Activity / Event | Official Date and Timing | Portal / Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Publication of Vacant Seat Matrix for CAP Round 2 (MBBS/BDS) | September 7, 2026 | Official PDF on medical2026.mahacet.org |
| Online Preference / Choice Form Filling for CAP Round 2 | September 8, 2026 (After 3:30 PM) to September 10, 2026 (Up to 11:59 PM) | Candidate Login (medical2026.mahacet.org) |
| Processing of Seat Allotment Data | September 11, 2026 | State CET Cell Central Server |
| Declaration of CAP Round 2 Selection List (Provisional Allotment) | September 12, 2026 | PDF Download on cetcell.mahacet.org |
| Physical Joining and Document Verification at Allotted College (with Original Documents and DD) | September 13, 2026 to September 18, 2026 (Excluding September 14, 2026) | Respective Allotted Medical / Dental College |
| Last Date to Submit Status Retention Form for Round 2 Allotted Candidates | September 18, 2026 (Up to 5:30 PM) | At Allotted College During Reporting |
| Display of Vacancy Matrix for CAP Round 3 (Mop-Up) | To be announced separately | Official CET Cell Notice |
Eligibility Rules for Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 CAP Round 2
State CET Cell Maharashtra enforces strict regulations regarding candidate participation in CAP-2:
- Candidates Admitted in CAP Round 1 (Seeking Upgrade): Candidates who joined their Round 1 allotted college, paid requisite tuition fees via Demand Draft (DD), deposited original certificates, and did not fill the Status Retention Form are fully eligible to fill fresh choices for higher preference colleges in CAP Round 2.
- Un-Allotted Registered Candidates: Candidates on the Maharashtra state merit list who were not allotted any seat in CAP Round 1 can fill fresh choices across government and private medical/dental colleges.
- Candidates who Did Not Join Round 1 Seat (Free Exit): In Maharashtra NEET UG counselling, candidates allotted a seat in Round 1 who did not report or pay fees can participate in Round 2 with fresh choice filling.
- Ineligible Candidates:
- Candidates who submitted the Status Retention Form during CAP Round 1 reporting. (Their admission is finalized, and their names are excluded from subsequent rounds).
- Candidates who have taken admission and joined seats under Round 2 of All India Quota (MCC).
Comprehensive Institutional Breakdown: Government Medical Colleges in Maharashtra
Maharashtra operates a massive network of municipal corporation and state government medical colleges across Mumbai, Pune, Vidarbha, Marathwada, and North Maharashtra regions:
| Government / Municipal Medical College | Region / City | College Code | Total Intake | 85% State Quota Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seth GS Medical College (KEM Hospital) | Mumbai (MCGM) | 1101 | 250 | 212 |
| Grant Government Medical College (JJ Hospital) | Mumbai | 1102 | 250 | 212 |
| Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College (Sion) | Mumbai (MCGM) | 1103 | 200 | 170 |
| Topiwala National Medical College (Nair Hospital) | Mumbai (MCGM) | 1104 | 150 | 127 |
| HBT Medical College and Dr. R.N. Cooper Hospital | Mumbai (MCGM) | 1105 | 200 | 170 |
| B.J. Government Medical College | Pune | 1201 | 250 | 212 |
| Government Medical College (GMC) | Nagpur | 1301 | 250 | 212 |
| Indira Gandhi Government Medical College (IGGMC) | Nagpur | 1302 | 200 | 170 |
| Government Medical College (GMC) | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar | 1401 | 200 | 170 |
| Dr. Shankarrao Chavan GMC | Nanded | 1402 | 150 | 127 |
| Dr. V.M. Government Medical College | Solapur | 1202 | 200 | 170 |
| Government Medical College | Miraj, Sangli | 1203 | 200 | 170 |
| RCSM Government Medical College | Kolhapur | 1204 | 150 | 127 |
| Government Medical College | Dhule | 1501 | 150 | 127 |
| Government Medical College | Jalgaon | 1502 | 150 | 127 |
| Government Medical College | Akola | 1303 | 200 | 170 |
| Shri Vasantrao Naik GMC | Yavatmal | 1304 | 200 | 170 |
| Government Medical College | Gondia | 1305 | 150 | 127 |
| Government Medical College | Chandrapur | 1306 | 150 | 127 |
| Government Medical College | Baramati, Pune | 1205 | 100 | 85 |
| Government Medical College | Satara | 1206 | 100 | 85 |
| Government Medical College | Alibag, Raigad | 1106 | 100 | 85 |
| Government Medical College | Sindhudurg | 1207 | 100 | 85 |
| Government Medical College | Ratnagiri | 1208 | 100 | 85 |
| Government Medical College | Parbhani | 1403 | 100 | 85 |
| Government Medical College | Dharashiv (Osmanabad) | 1404 | 100 | 85 |
Comprehensive Institutional Breakdown: Top Private Medical Colleges in Maharashtra
Private medical colleges in Maharashtra are regulated by the Fee Regulating Authority (FRA) and provide quality healthcare training:
| Private Medical College | Location | College Code | Total Intake | State Quota (85%) Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K.J. Somaiya Medical College and Research Centre | Mumbai | 2101 | 100 | 85 |
| Terna Medical College | Navi Mumbai | 2102 | 150 | 127 |
| Dr. Vasantrao Pawar Medical College | Nashik | 2501 | 120 | 102 |
| N.K.P. Salve Institute of Medical Sciences | Nagpur | 2301 | 200 | 170 |
| MIMER Medical College | Talegaon Dabhade, Pune | 2201 | 150 | 127 |
| Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Foundation Medical College | Ahmednagar | 2202 | 200 | 170 |
| Prakash Institute of Medical Sciences | Islampur, Sangli | 2203 | 150 | 127 |
| B.K.L. Walawalkar Rural Medical College | Sawarde, Ratnagiri | 2204 | 150 | 127 |
| ACPM Medical College | Dhule | 2502 | 100 | 85 |
| Dr. Ulhas Patil Medical College | Jalgaon | 2503 | 200 | 170 |
| Vedantaa Institute of Medical Sciences | Dhundalwadi, Palghar | 2103 | 150 | 127 |
| Government Dental College and Hospital | Mumbai | 3101 | 125 | 106 |
| Nair Hospital Dental College | Mumbai | 3102 | 75 | 64 |
To examine hospital patient footfall, clinical rotations, and departmental faculty profiles, visit our Explore Colleges Directory or connect with an experienced counsellor through Book a Free Admission Counselling Session.
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Fill Maharashtra NEET CAP Round 2 Preference Form
Preference filling for CAP Round 2 requires precision. Follow these steps to complete the online form on the State CET Cell portal:
Step 1: Log in to Medical Admissions Portal
Visit medical2026.mahacet.org. Click on “Candidate Login” and authenticate using your registered Mobile Number / Email ID and Password.
Step 2: Review Vacancy Matrix for CAP Round 2
Download the official CAP-2 Vacancy Matrix PDF. Note down the four-digit College Preference Codes for target institutions and courses (e.g., Code format: 1101 for GSMC MBBS, 1102 for Grant GMC MBBS, etc.).
Step 3: Access Preference Form Module
Click on the “Fill Preference Form” tab. The system allows you to enter fresh choices from Preference 1 onwards. Unlike Round 1, you can re-structure your complete choice sequence.
Step 4: Enter College Preference Codes
Enter your choices in strict descending order of personal priority. If you are already admitted to a college from Round 1, only enter colleges that you prefer ABOVE your current college. Do not enter lower-ranked institutions, as getting allotted a lower choice will automatically cancel your superior Round 1 seat.
Step 5: Verify and Lock Preferences
Double-check each college code, course name, and institute category. Click on “Lock Preference Form”. An OTP will be dispatched to your registered mobile number. Enter the OTP to lock the choices before September 10, 2026 (11:59 PM).
Step 6: Download Preference Confirmation Slip
Print multiple copies of the locked preference summary for future document verification and admission records.
Expected Cutoff Trends for Maharashtra NEET UG CAP Round 2
In Maharashtra, state quota cutoffs in Round 2 generally soften by 5 to 15 marks for government colleges and 15 to 30 marks for private trust colleges as AIQ Round 2 withdrawals take effect:
| College Name | Category | CAP-1 Closing Rank (Approx) | CAP-2 Projected Closing Rank | Expected Score Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seth GS Medical College (KEM), Mumbai | Open / General | 1,800 – 2,200 | 2,100 – 2,500 | 682 – 688 |
| Grant Government Medical College, Mumbai | Open / General | 4,800 – 5,600 | 5,400 – 6,300 | 660 – 667 |
| BJ Government Medical College, Pune | Open / General | 3,900 – 4,700 | 4,500 – 5,300 | 665 – 672 |
| LTMMC (Sion Hospital), Mumbai | Open / General | 6,200 – 7,100 | 6,800 – 7,800 | 652 – 659 |
| Topiwala National Medical College (Nair), Mumbai | Open / General | 7,500 – 8,400 | 8,200 – 9,300 | 647 – 654 |
| HBT Medical College (Cooper Hospital), Mumbai | Open / General | 9,500 – 10,800 | 10,400 – 11,800 | 640 – 648 |
| GMC Nagpur | Open / General | 11,200 – 12,800 | 12,400 – 14,200 | 635 – 642 |
| GMC Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar | Open / General | 14,500 – 16,200 | 15,800 – 17,900 | 626 – 634 |
| Dr. VM GMC Solapur | Open / General | 22,000 – 24,500 | 24,000 – 27,200 | 608 – 616 |
| GMC Miraj | Open / General | 20,500 – 23,000 | 22,800 – 25,500 | 612 – 620 |
| RCSM GMC Kolhapur | Open / General | 21,500 – 24,000 | 23,500 – 26,500 | 610 – 618 |
| KJ Somaiya Medical College, Mumbai (Private) | Open / General | 28,000 – 32,500 | 31,000 – 36,500 | 590 – 602 |
| Terna Medical College, Navi Mumbai (Private) | Open / General | 38,000 – 43,000 | 42,000 – 49,000 | 565 – 578 |
| Dr. Vasantrao Pawar Medical College, Nashik (Private) | Open / General | 44,000 – 50,000 | 48,000 – 56,000 | 552 – 566 |
| Government Dental College, Mumbai | Open / General | 32,000 – 37,000 | 36,000 – 43,000 | 575 – 586 |
Official 2026-27 Fee Structure for Maharashtra Medical Colleges (FRA Approved)
Tuition fees for Private Un-aided Medical Colleges in Maharashtra are determined and approved by the Fee Regulating Authority (FRA) for the 2026-27 academic session, while Government and Municipal Medical Colleges follow the Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER) approved fee matrix:
| College / Institution Name | Institute Type | Official 2026-27 Tuition Fee | Development Fee | Total Annual CAP Fee (Open) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Government & Corporation Medical Colleges (GSMC, Grant, BJMC, GMCs) | Government / Municipal | Rs. 1,14,300 | Rs. 5,000 – Rs. 10,000 | Rs. 1,35,000 – Rs. 1,45,000 |
| Government Dental Colleges (GDC Mumbai, Nair Dental) | Government / Municipal Dental | Rs. 74,400 | Rs. 5,000 | Rs. 85,000 – Rs. 95,000 |
| K.J. Somaiya Medical College, Mumbai | Private Unaided | Rs. 11,50,000 | Rs. 1,15,000 | Rs. 12,65,000 |
| Terna Medical College, Navi Mumbai | Private Unaided | Rs. 7,50,000 | Rs. 75,000 | Rs. 8,25,000 |
| Dr. Vasantrao Pawar Medical College, Nashik | Private Unaided | Rs. 8,75,000 | Rs. 87,500 | Rs. 9,62,500 |
| N.K.P. Salve Institute of Medical Sciences, Nagpur | Private Unaided | Rs. 10,50,000 | Rs. 1,05,000 | Rs. 11,55,000 |
| MIMER Medical College, Talegaon, Pune | Private Unaided | Rs. 9,50,000 | Rs. 95,000 | Rs. 10,45,000 |
| Dr. Vithalrao Vikhe Patil Medical College, Ahmednagar | Private Unaided | Rs. 9,20,000 | Rs. 92,000 | Rs. 10,12,000 |
| Prakash Institute of Medical Sciences, Sangli | Private Unaided | Rs. 7,80,000 | Rs. 78,000 | Rs. 8,58,000 |
| B.K.L. Walawalkar Rural Medical College, Ratnagiri | Private Unaided | Rs. 10,00,000 | Rs. 1,00,000 | Rs. 11,00,000 |
| ACPM Medical College, Dhule | Private Unaided | Rs. 6,80,000 | Rs. 68,000 | Rs. 7,48,000 |
| Vedantaa Institute of Medical Sciences, Palghar | Private Unaided | Rs. 15,50,000 | Rs. 1,55,000 | Rs. 17,05,000 |
*Note: Reserved category candidates (OBC, EWS, VJNT, SC, ST) admitted through CAP rounds are eligible for state social welfare fee concessions (EBC / Freeship) according to Government of Maharashtra resolutions, reducing the effective fee by 50% to 100% of the tuition component.
Maharashtra Medical Mandatory Social Service Bond Policy
Candidates admitted to Government and Municipal Corporation Medical Colleges in Maharashtra are bound by the compulsory social service bond regulations:
- Mandatory Service Duration: MBBS graduates must complete 1 year of rural / public health service in government hospitals across Maharashtra post-internship.
- Bond Penalty Amount: In the event of non-compliance or breach of bond conditions, candidates must pay a penalty of Rs. 10,00,000 (Ten Lakhs Rupees) to the Government of Maharashtra.
- Lapse Penalty for Dropping Seats: If a candidate leaves the course after the prescribed cut-off date resulting in seat wastage, a penalty of Rs. 10,00,000 to Rs. 20,00,000 plus the entire refund of government stipends is legally recoverable.
Comprehensive Document Checklist for Physical Verification and Reporting in Maharashtra
Upon declaration of the CAP Round 2 Selection List on September 12, 2026, candidates must report to their allotted medical or dental college between September 13 and September 18, 2026. You must present the original documents along with three sets of self-attested photocopies:
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card and Scorecard / Rank Card.
- Maharashtra State CET Cell Online Application Form and Merit Card.
- CAP Round 2 Provisional Allotment Letter.
- Locked Preference Summary Sheet for CAP-2.
- Class 10th (SSC) Passing Certificate and Statement of Marks (for Date of Birth verification).
- Class 12th (HSC) Passing Certificate and Statement of Marks.
- Maharashtra State Domicile Certificate / Residence Certificate.
- Caste Certificate (for SC, ST, VJ, NT-A, NT-B, NT-C, NT-D, OBC, and SBC categories).
- Caste Validity Certificate (CVC) issued by the Divisional Social Welfare Authority (Mandatory).
- Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (NCLC) valid up to March 31, 2027 (for VJ, NT, OBC, and SBC candidates).
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS) Eligibility Certificate in the prescribed Maharashtra Government format.
- College Leaving Certificate (Transfer Certificate) and Character Certificate.
- Migration Certificate (for CBSE, ICSE, or other state board candidates).
- Registered Medical Practitioner’s Fitness Certificate (as per Annexure in the Information Brochure).
- Aadhar Card and 5 recent passport-size photographs matching the NEET application.
- Demand Draft (DD) for Tuition, Development, and Hostel Fees drawn in favor of the Dean/Principal of the allotted college.
- Prescribed Social Service Bond and Undertaking on appropriate non-judicial stamp paper.
Demand Draft (DD) Payment and Fee Submission Protocols in Maharashtra
State CET Cell strictly mandates fee payment via single or split Demand Drafts (DD) drawn from nationalized or scheduled commercial banks. Cash or personal cheques are not accepted at medical college admission counters. If a candidate is upgrading from a Round 1 college, the previous institution issues a fee transfer demand draft and returns all original documents within 24 to 48 hours to enable smooth reporting at the newly allotted CAP Round 2 institution.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Maharashtra NEET CAP Round 2 Choice Filling
Q1: What is the official website for Maharashtra NEET Round 2 Choice Filling?
Answer: The official portal for Maharashtra medical admissions is medical2026.mahacet.org and cetcell.mahacet.org.
Q2: What are the exact dates for filling online preference forms in CAP Round 2?
Answer: Online preference form filling begins on September 8, 2026 (after 3:30 PM) and concludes on September 10, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM).
Q3: When will the Maharashtra NEET CAP Round 2 Selection List be published?
Answer: The CAP Round 2 Selection List (Provisional Allotment) will be declared on September 12, 2026.
Q4: Do candidates who joined their CAP Round 1 college need to fill fresh choices for Round 2?
Answer: Yes, candidates seeking an upgrade must fill fresh choices during the CAP Round 2 window. Previous choices from Round 1 are not carried forward.
Q5: What happens to my Round 1 seat if I do not get an upgrade in CAP Round 2?
Answer: If no higher preference college is allotted in Round 2, your Round 1 allotted and joined seat remains completely safe and retained.
Q6: What is the Status Retention Form in Maharashtra NEET counselling?
Answer: The Status Retention Form is submitted by a candidate during physical reporting if they are satisfied with their allotted seat and do not wish to participate in subsequent counselling rounds.
Q7: What are the physical joining dates for CAP Round 2 in Maharashtra?
Answer: Candidates must report to their allotted medical/dental colleges with original documents and Demand Drafts between September 13 and September 18, 2026 (excluding September 14).
Q8: What is the official 2026-27 annual tuition fee for government medical colleges in Maharashtra?
Answer: For the 2026-27 academic session, the annual tuition fee for Government and Municipal Medical Colleges is Rs. 1,14,300 per year, with total first-year CAP fees around Rs. 1,35,000 to Rs. 1,45,000.
Q9: What is the 2026-27 FRA approved fee range for private medical colleges in Maharashtra?
Answer: The FRA-approved 2026-27 annual tuition and development fee for private unaided medical colleges in Maharashtra ranges between Rs. 7,48,000 (ACPM Dhule) and Rs. 17,05,000 (Vedantaa Palghar) for open merit state quota seats.
Q10: Can out-of-state candidates participate in Maharashtra CAP Round 2 for government seats?
Answer: No, government and municipal medical college seats under the 85% state quota are strictly reserved for Maharashtra state domicile candidates.
Q11: Where can candidates check college preference codes for choice filling?
Answer: College preference codes are available in the official Seat Matrix PDF published on medical2026.mahacet.org.
Q12: How can students check their upgrade probabilities for CAP Round 2?
Answer: Students can evaluate their state merit rank against the vacant seat matrix using the All India College Predictor Hub.