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Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 stray vacancy seat matrix has been released by the Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell for MBBS and BDS admissions. The provisional Round 1 seat matrix, dated 16 October 2026, is available on the official counselling portal at medical2026.mahacet.org. Eligible candidates can fill fresh college and course preferences from 17 to 18 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM.

Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 – Overview

Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Stray Vacancy Seat Matrix PDF Download

Maharashtra NEET UG 2026

How to Download Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Stray Vacancy Seat Matrix?

Candidates can download the provisional MBBS/BDS vacancy PDF from the official Maharashtra NEET UG admission portal.

1. Visit medical2026.mahacet.org/NEET-UG-2026/login.
2. Find the notification titled “Provisional Seat Matrix for MBBS/BDS Courses”.
3. Open the provisional seat matrix for Online Stray Vacancy Round 1.
4. Check the college codes, seat categories and vacancy figures.
5. Download the PDF for reference during choice filling.

How to Fill Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Stray Vacancy Preferences?

The online preference-filling facility is available to candidates eligible for the stray vacancy round. Applicants must submit their college and course choices in the order of preference.

1. Open the official Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 counselling portal.
2. Access the candidate login facility using the required credentials.
3. Open the online preference or choice-filling facility for the stray vacancy round.
4. Review the provisional MBBS/BDS seat matrix and applicable categories.
5. Select eligible courses and colleges in the preferred order.
6. Check the college fees and other admission conditions before finalising the preferences.
7. Review the submitted choices carefully and complete the online submission.
8. Make any permitted changes before 18 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Important Maharashtra NEET UG Stray Vacancy Rules 2026

The CET Cell has prescribed important instructions for candidates participating in the online stray vacancy process.

• Fresh choice filling is mandatory for each stray vacancy round.
• Allotment is based on merit and submitted preferences.
• Previously submitted choices do not automatically carry forward.
• No new registration is available during the stray vacancy rounds.
• Candidates can modify preferences within the prescribed choice-filling window.
• Joining an allotted stray vacancy seat is mandatory.
• Colleges and candidates must follow the revised reporting deadlines.
• Admission fees may be paid through Demand Draft or NEFT/RTGS according to the official instructions.

Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 – Important Links

• Direct Link to Maharashtra NEET UG Online Stray Vacancy Seat Matrix 2026
• Direct Link to Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 Revised Schedule 2026