Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026
Authority: CET Cell Maharashtra | MBBS & BDS State Counselling
Conducted by: State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell), Maharashtra | Portal: cetcell.mahacet.org
Maharashtra · 73+ Medical Colleges
About Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 – Complete MBBS Admission Overview 2026
Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 is the official state-level admission process for allocating MBBS, BDS, AYUSH and B.Sc. Nursing seats across NMC-approved medical and dental colleges in Maharashtra. The counselling is conducted by State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell), Maharashtra through the official portal cetcell.mahacet.org. Every candidate seeking admission to a medical course in Maharashtra through the state route must qualify NEET UG 2026 (conducted by NTA on 3 May 2026) and register on this state portal during the prescribed window. The page you are reading is a verified, fact-checked guide cross-referenced with the National Medical Commission (NMC) UG seat matrix dated 03 December 2025 and the official CET Cell Maharashtra brochure.
As per the NMC final undergraduate seat matrix for academic year 2025-26, Maharashtra offers approximately 12,824 MBBS seats spread across 73+ NMC-recognised medical colleges. Of these, 85% of seats in government medical colleges are filled through CET Cell Maharashtra state-level counselling, while the remaining 15% (All India Quota) are allotted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC, mcc.nic.in) under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. Private medical colleges located in Maharashtra reserve management and NRI quotas as per the state Fee Regulatory Committee directives, while deemed universities — wherever physically located — admit students exclusively through MCC counselling.
🎯 NEET 2026 Key Fact: Maharashtra govt-college MBBS baseline tuition is ~₹1.14–₹1.30L/yr (Open) — significantly higher than the older '₹50K' figure. Free guidance: +91-7303848310.
CET Cell Maharashtra – Counselling Authority & Significance
The Maharashtra state counselling process for NEET UG 2026 is online and merit-based. After the NEET UG result is declared (expected mid-June 2026), CET Cell Maharashtra will release the state merit list, followed by online registration, document verification, choice filling and seat allotment in multiple rounds. Most counselling authorities run Round 1, Round 2, a Mop-Up Round and a Stray Vacancy Round in line with the Supreme Court timeline and central NMC guidelines. Candidates can register simultaneously for both MCC AIQ and CET Cell Maharashtra state counselling — they are two different processes — but they cannot hold seats in both quotas at the same time. Upon final allotment, the candidate must report physically to the allotted college within the deadline (usually 5–7 days).
Reservation & Domicile in Maharashtra State Quota
Reservation in Maharashtra state quota: SC ~13%, ST ~7%, OBC ~19%, VJ-A ~3%, NT-B ~2.5%, NT-C ~3.5%, NT-D ~2%, SBC ~2%, EWS ~10%, PwD 5% horizontal This reservation matrix applies strictly to the state-quota seats — the 15% AIQ pool follows the central reservation policy (SC 15%, ST 7.5%, OBC-NCL 27%, EWS 10%, PwD 5% horizontal). Candidates from non-Maharashtra states are not eligible for state-category benefits and must apply under the open category, except for AIQ where central reservations apply uniformly across India. Domicile / category certificates must be issued by the competent authority of Maharashtra for state-quota benefits.
Fees, Bond & Financial Planning
Fees in Maharashtra: Government college tuition in Maharashtra is in the range of ₹1,14,300 – ₹1,30,000/year (Open category, govt colleges like GSMC/Grant/BJMC) — concessions for reserved categories for state-quota seats, while private and deemed colleges charge ₹8,00,000 – ₹25,00,000/year (private + deemed range) annually. Hostel, mess and one-time admission charges are separate. Set by Maharashtra Fee Regulating Authority (FRA). Service bond: Yes — service bond per Maharashtra DMER norms (varies by college) All bond amounts and durations are best confirmed against the latest CET Cell Maharashtra prospectus because state governments revise these periodically.
Post-MBBS Pathways – PG, NExT & Alternatives
After completing MBBS in Maharashtra, graduates can pursue postgraduate (MD/MS) seats through NEET PG 2026, super-speciality (DM/MCh) through NEET-SS, or super-speciality fellowships under NBE. Many also opt for FMGE/NExT preparation if they target practising abroad, while others move into clinical research, public health or healthcare administration. Aspirants who do not secure a state-quota seat in Maharashtra can also explore deemed universities via MCC, private medical colleges, or MBBS abroad in countries such as Russia, Georgia and Nepal. Allied alternatives include BAMS, BHMS, and B.Sc. Nursing under state and INC norms.
Compulsory Service Bond – Maharashtra
Service Bond: Yes — service bond per Maharashtra DMER norms (varies by college) Confirm the latest terms with CET Cell Maharashtra before accepting an allotment. Pre-admission guidance: +91-7303848310.
Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 – Key Highlights at a Glance
| Counselling Authority | State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell), Maharashtra |
|---|---|
| Official Website | cetcell.mahacet.org |
| Courses Covered | MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, B.Sc. Nursing, Paramedical (course mix varies by college) |
| MBBS Seats in State Counselling | 9,499 MBBS seats across 65 NMC-approved colleges that participate in CET Cell Maharashtra state counselling. (Excludes 3 MCC-AIQ-only and 17 Deemed-University colleges in Maharashtra.) Source: NMC Final Seat Matrix dated 03-12-2025. |
| Government Colleges (state counselling) | 42 (5,950 seats — 85% state quota + 15% AIQ via MCC) |
| Private Colleges (state counselling) | 23 (3,549 seats — admitted via CET Cell Maharashtra state counselling) |
| MCC AIQ-Only Institutes in Maharashtra | 3 (325 seats) — see Section C below for AIIMS / Central / ESIC institutes that do NOT appear in state counselling |
| Deemed Universities in Maharashtra | 17 (3,000 seats) — see Section D below for Deemed Universities filled via MCC Deemed counselling |
| State Quota | 85% of seats (in state govt colleges) — CET Cell Maharashtra |
| All India Quota (AIQ) | 15% of state govt seats — via MCC at mcc.nic.in |
| Entrance Exam | NEET UG 2026 (NTA) — 3 May 2026 |
| Counselling Window | Expected July–November 2026 |
| Registration Fee | ₹1,000 – ₹1,500 (per CET Cell notification) |
| Domicile Required | Yes — 15-year Maharashtra domicile (or as per DMER) for State Quota |
| Reservation Policy | SC ~13%, ST ~7%, OBC ~19%, VJ-A ~3%, NT-B ~2.5%, NT-C ~3.5%, NT-D ~2%, SBC ~2%, EWS ~10%, PwD 5% horizontal |
| Govt College Fees | ₹1,14,300 – ₹1,30,000/year (Open category, govt colleges like GSMC/Grant/BJMC) — concessions for reserved categories |
| Private College Fees | ₹8,00,000 – ₹25,00,000/year (private + deemed range) |
| Service Bond | Yes — service bond per Maharashtra DMER norms (varies by college) |
| Helpline (Future Education) | +91-7303848310 | info@futeducation.com |
All Medical Colleges in Maharashtra – Classified by Counselling Path (NEET UG 2026)
Below is the complete official list of every NMC-approved MBBS college in Maharashtra as per the NMC Final Seat Matrix dated 03-12-2025 (Public Notice No. N-15029/09/2025-UGMEB), classified by which counselling body actually fills its seats. This matters because applying through the wrong counselling body means missing the seat entirely.
A. State Government Medical Colleges in Maharashtra 42 colleges · 5,950 seats
These are state-government and government-society medical colleges in Maharashtra. 85% of MBBS seats are filled through CET Cell Maharashtra state counselling at cetcell.mahacet.org using a valid Maharashtra domicile certificate. The remaining 15% are All-India Quota (AIQ) seats filled by MCC at mcc.nic.in.
| College Name | Management | MBBS Seats (2025-26) |
|---|---|---|
| B J Govt Medical College, Pune | Govt | 250 |
| Dr Vaishampayan Memorial Medical College, Solapur | Govt | 200 |
| Dr Shankarrao Chavan Govt Medical College, Nanded | Govt | 150 |
| Government Medical College and Hospital, Amravati | Govt | 100 |
| Government Medical College and Hospital, Baramati | Govt | 100 |
| Government Medical College, Ambernath | Govt | 100 |
| Government Medical College and District General Hospital, Ratnagiri | Govt | 100 |
| Government Medical College and Hospital, Osmanabad | Govt | 100 |
| Government Medical College and Hospital, Satara | Govt | 100 |
| Government Medical College and Hospitals, Mumbai | Govt | 50 |
| Government Medical College, Buldhana | Govt | 100 |
| Government Medical College, Jalna | Govt | 100 |
| Government Medical College, Washim | Govt | 100 |
| Government Medical College, Akola | Govt | 200 |
| Government Medical College, Alibag | Govt | 100 |
| Government Medical College, Aurangabad | Govt | 200 |
| Government Medical College, Bhandara | Govt | 100 |
| Government Medical College, Chandrapur | Govt | 150 |
| Government Medical College, Gadchiroli | Govt | 100 |
| Government Medical College, Gondia | Govt | 150 |
| Government Medical College, Hingoli | Govt | 100 |
| Government Medical College, Jalgaon | Govt | 150 |
| Government Medical College, Latur | Govt | 150 |
| Government Medical College, Miraj | Govt | 200 |
| Government Medical College, Nagpur | Govt | 250 |
| Government Medical College, Nandurbar | Govt | 100 |
| Government Medical College, Nashik | Govt | 50 |
| Government Medical College, Parbhani | Govt | 100 |
| Government Medical College, Sindhudurg | Govt | 100 |
| Grant Medical College, Mumbai | Govt | 250 |
| H B T Medical College and Dr R N Cooper Municipal General Hospital, Juhu, Mumbai | Govt | 200 |
| Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital, Nagpur | Govt | 200 |
| Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College, Sion, Mumbai | Govt | 200 |
| Malati Multispeciality Hospital and Medical College | Society | 50 |
| Parbhani Medical College, Parbhani | Society | 150 |
| Rajashree Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj Government Medical College, Kolhapur | Govt | 150 |
| Rajiv Gandhi Medical College and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Hospital, Thane | Govt | 100 |
| Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai | Govt | 250 |
| Shri Vasant Rao Naik Govt Medical College, Yavatmal | Govt | 200 |
| Sri Bhausaheb Hire Government Medical College, Dhule | Govt | 150 |
| SRTR Medical College, Ambajogai | Govt | 150 |
| Topiwala National Medical College, Mumbai | Govt | 150 |
| State Government Total | 42 colleges | 5,950 seats |
B. Private Medical Colleges in Maharashtra (State Counselling) 23 colleges · 3,549 seats
These are NMC-approved private medical colleges in Maharashtra affiliated to the state health university. Their MBBS seats are filled through CET Cell Maharashtra state counselling — including state-government quota, management quota and NRI quota seats. Tap any college name below to view its dedicated admission page (fees, cutoff, hostel, contact). For broader fee comparison see the Private MBBS Fees Guide 2026.
C. Explore MCC AIQ Institutes in Maharashtra 3 colleges · 325 seats
⚠️ Important — These institutes are NOT filled by CET Cell Maharashtra state counselling. AIIMS, JIPMER, AFMC Pune, IMS BHU, JNMC AMU, ESIC and other Central/Defence institutes in Maharashtra are filled 100% via Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) All-India Quota counselling at mcc.nic.in. They have no state-quota seats. Apply via MCC AIQ Counselling 2026 — no domicile required, open to all India.
| Institute | Management | MBBS Seats |
|---|---|---|
| All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Nagpur | Govt | 125 |
| Armed Forces Medical College, Pune | Govt | 150 |
| ESIC Medical College and Hospital, Andheri | Govt | 50 |
| MCC AIQ-Only Total | 3 institutes | 325 seats |
D. Explore Deemed Universities in Maharashtra 17 colleges · 3,000 seats
⚠️ Important — Deemed Universities are NOT in state counselling. These are private deemed-to-be-universities in Maharashtra whose MBBS seats are filled 100% via MCC Deemed Counselling at mcc.nic.in. There is no state quota and no domicile restriction — they are open to all India. See our Deemed University Admission Guide 2026 for fees, cutoffs and the ₹2-lakh refundable security deposit.
Counselling-path classification is based on NMC's published management category and MCC's deemed-college list 2024-25. Tap any private or deemed college name to view its dedicated admission page; if a college's page is not yet available you will land on our enquiry form — call +91-7303848310 for one-on-one help. For BDS, AYUSH, B.Sc. Nursing and paramedical seat matrices see the BDS guide, AYUSH guide and paramedical guide.
All Medical Courses Under Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 – UG, PG, AYUSH, Nursing & Paramedical
CET Cell Maharashtra state counselling covers MBBS, BDS, AYUSH (BAMS/BHMS/BUMS), B.Sc. Nursing and paramedical programmes. Each card below provides verified course details, admission route and links to our full guides.
Top MBBS Colleges by Seat Count (NMC 2025-26)
B J Govt Medical College, Pune
MBBS – Govt
- Duration: 5.5 Years (4.5 + 1 yr internship)
- NMC approved · Source: 03-12-2025 seat matrix
- Route: NEET-UG → CET Cell Maharashtra (state) / MCC (AIQ)
- Eligibility: NEET UG 2026 qualified + domicile (state quota)
Government Medical College, Nagpur
MBBS – Govt
- Duration: 5.5 Years (4.5 + 1 yr internship)
- NMC approved · Source: 03-12-2025 seat matrix
- Route: NEET-UG → CET Cell Maharashtra (state) / MCC (AIQ)
- Eligibility: NEET UG 2026 qualified + domicile (state quota)
Grant Medical College, Mumbai
MBBS – Govt
- Duration: 5.5 Years (4.5 + 1 yr internship)
- NMC approved · Source: 03-12-2025 seat matrix
- Route: NEET-UG → CET Cell Maharashtra (state) / MCC (AIQ)
- Eligibility: NEET UG 2026 qualified + domicile (state quota)
Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai
MBBS – Govt
- Duration: 5.5 Years (4.5 + 1 yr internship)
- NMC approved · Source: 03-12-2025 seat matrix
- Route: NEET-UG → CET Cell Maharashtra (state) / MCC (AIQ)
- Eligibility: NEET UG 2026 qualified + domicile (state quota)
Mahatma Gandhi Missions Medical College, Aurangabad
MBBS – Trust
- Duration: 5.5 Years (4.5 + 1 yr internship)
- NMC approved · Source: 03-12-2025 seat matrix
- Route: NEET-UG → CET Cell Maharashtra (state) / MCC (AIQ)
- Eligibility: NEET UG 2026 qualified + domicile (state quota)
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PG Courses (MD / MS / DM / MCh)
MD / MS
Postgraduate Medical Courses
- Duration: 3 Years each
- Available at Maharashtra govt & private colleges
- Route: NEET-PG → 50% AIQ (MCC) + 50% State (state authority)
- Specialties: Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, OB-Gyn, Anaesthesia, Radiology, Dermatology and more
DM / MCh
Super-Speciality
- Duration: 3 Years each
- Available at premier Maharashtra institutions
- Route: NEET-SS → NBE Counselling
- Areas: Cardiology, Neurology, Nephrology, Oncology & more
M.Sc. Nursing & M.Pharm
Allied PG Courses
- Duration: 2 Years each
- Route: INC entrance / GPAT
- Specialisations: Med-Surg, OBG, Paeds (Nursing); Pharmaceutics, Clinical Pharmacy
AYUSH Courses (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS) & BDS
BAMS / BHMS / BUMS
Ayurveda · Homoeopathy · Unani
- Duration: 5.5 Years each (4.5 + 1 yr internship)
- NEET UG 2026 mandatory
- AACCC conducts AIQ AYUSH counselling; state quota by CET Cell Maharashtra
- Effective cutoffs typically lower than MBBS — strong fall-back
BDS
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
- Duration: 5 Years (4 + 1 yr internship)
- Route: NEET-UG → CET Cell Maharashtra for state quota
- Lower NEET cutoff than MBBS; pathway to MDS & clinical practice
Nursing & Paramedical Courses
B.Sc. Nursing / GNM / ANM
Nursing Programmes
- B.Sc. Nursing: 4 Years | GNM: 3.5 Years | ANM: 2 Years
- NEET score is used for B.Sc. Nursing (post-2024 INC norms)
- INC-approved programmes; state & private institutes participate
BPT / BMLT / B.Pharm
Paramedical & Pharmacy
- BPT: 4.5 Yrs | BMLT: 3 + 1 Yrs internship | B.Pharm: 4 Yrs
- Merit / entrance based; CET or institutional admission
- High demand in Maharashtra healthcare sector
Diploma & Certificate
Healthcare Skills
- OT Tech, Dialysis Tech, ECG, X-Ray Tech
- Duration: 1–3 Years
- Open to non-NEET students; merit / direct admission
Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 – Step-by-Step Admission Process
The Maharashtra state counselling is conducted online by CET Cell Maharashtra. Candidates may participate in both MCC AIQ counselling and state counselling simultaneously, but cannot retain seats in both. Below is the verified 6-step workflow for Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 admissions.
Qualify NEET-UG 2026
NTA exam on 3 May 2026. Qualifying percentile: 50th (Gen/EWS), 40th (Reserved), 45th (PwD). Use our Marks vs Rank tool to estimate AIR.
Register on CET Cell Maharashtra Portal
Visit cetcell.mahacet.org during the announced window (Expected July–November 2026). Pay registration fee (₹1,000 – ₹1,500 (per CET Cell notification)) and upload required documents.
Merit List & Document Verification
CET Cell Maharashtra publishes the state merit list. Verify name, NEET score, category, domicile and rank — report errors in the grievance window. Non-Maharashtra candidates appear under AIQ only.
Choice Filling & Locking
Fill college and course preferences carefully. Lock choices before deadline. Optimise order with the NEET College Predictor.
Seat Allotment & Reporting
Download allotment letter. Report to college within 5–7 days with originals. Download document checklist. Service bond signed at this stage where applicable.
Subsequent Rounds & Stray Vacancy
Round 2, Mop-Up Round, Stray Vacancy Round in sequence. Cutoffs typically ease in later rounds. Track latest counselling news daily.
⚡ Important: A candidate cannot hold an MCC AIQ seat and a state-quota seat at the same time. If you accept an AIQ seat in a later round, your state-quota seat is forfeited automatically per central rules. Call +91-7303848310 for personalised strategy.
Eligibility – Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026
Academic
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology + English from a recognised board
- General/EWS: minimum 50% aggregate in PCB
- SC/ST/OBC: minimum 40% aggregate in PCB
- PwD: minimum 45% aggregate in PCB
- Compartment-cleared candidates may apply if NMC norms are met
NEET & Age
- NEET-UG 2026: Mandatory for ALL — state, AIQ, deemed, NRI
- Qualifying percentile: 50th (Gen/EWS), 40th (Reserved), 45th (PwD)
- Minimum age: 17 years on 31 December 2026
- No upper age limit (Supreme Court ruling)
- Indian citizens, OCI/NRI may apply per NMC rules
Domicile & State Quota
- 85% State Quota: Yes — 15-year Maharashtra domicile (or as per DMER) for State Quota
- 15% AIQ: No domicile restriction — open to all India
- Category certificates must be from Maharashtra authority for state-quota benefits
- Out-of-state SC/ST/OBC certificates are NOT valid for Maharashtra state quota
- EWS certificate must be issued for the current FY; OBC requires Non-Creamy-Layer (NCL)
MBBS Fee Structure in Maharashtra 2026 – College-Wise
Government colleges in Maharashtra: ₹1,14,300 – ₹1,30,000/year (Open category, govt colleges like GSMC/Grant/BJMC) — concessions for reserved categories.
Private & Deemed colleges in Maharashtra: ₹8,00,000 – ₹25,00,000/year (private + deemed range).
Set by Maharashtra Fee Regulating Authority (FRA).
| College (sample) | Type | Annual Tuition (state quota) | MBBS Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| B J Govt Medical College, Pune | Govt | ₹1,14,300 – ₹1,30,000/year (Open category, govt colleges like GSMC/Grant/BJMC) — concessions for reserved categories | 250 seats |
| Government Medical College, Nagpur | Govt | ₹1,14,300 – ₹1,30,000/year (Open category, govt colleges like GSMC/Grant/BJMC) — concessions for reserved categories | 250 seats |
| Grant Medical College, Mumbai | Govt | ₹1,14,300 – ₹1,30,000/year (Open category, govt colleges like GSMC/Grant/BJMC) — concessions for reserved categories | 250 seats |
| Mahatma Gandhi Missions Medical College, Aurangabad | Trust | ₹8,00,000 – ₹25,00,000/year (private + deemed range) | 250 seats |
| N K P Salve Instt of Medical Sciences and Research Centre and Lata Mangeshkar Hospital | Trust | ₹8,00,000 – ₹25,00,000/year (private + deemed range) | 250 seats |
*Subject to Maharashtra state Fee Regulatory Committee revision for 2026-27. Hostel, mess, exam & one-time admission charges are usually additional. Always verify the latest fee notification on the official college website or CET Cell Maharashtra brochure before reporting. See the full college list above for all 65 NMC-approved colleges in Maharashtra.
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Compare All MBBS FeesMaharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 – MBBS Seat Matrix (NMC 2025-26)
Maharashtra has 9,499 MBBS seats across 65 colleges that participate in state counselling (excluding 3 MCC AIQ-only institutes and 17 Deemed Universities). Source: NMC Final UG Seat Matrix dated 03-12-2025. The standard quota split for state government medical colleges is 85% state quota + 15% AIQ — exceptions exist for AIIMS / central / regional institutions which are filled fully through MCC AIQ counselling. Below is the seat-matrix view for the top 8 colleges by intake (approximate splits shown).
| College | Management | Total MBBS | AIQ Share | State Quota Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B J Govt Medical College, Pune | Govt | 250 | ~38 | ~212 |
| Government Medical College, Nagpur | Govt | 250 | ~38 | ~212 |
| Grant Medical College, Mumbai | Govt | 250 | ~38 | ~212 |
| Seth GS Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai | Govt | 250 | ~38 | ~212 |
| Mahatma Gandhi Missions Medical College, Aurangabad | Trust | 250 | — | 250 (state + mgmt + NRI) |
| N K P Salve Instt of Medical Sciences and Research Centre and Lata Mangeshkar Hospital | Trust | 250 | — | 250 (state + mgmt + NRI) |
| Dr Vaishampayan Memorial Medical College, Solapur | Govt | 200 | ~30 | ~170 |
| Government Medical College, Akola | Govt | 200 | ~30 | ~170 |
Exact category-wise (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) seat breakdown is published by CET Cell Maharashtra before each counselling round. AIIMS / central institutes follow their own institutional reservation. Use our NEET College Predictor for personalised estimates and check the central reservation policy for AIQ. The full college list with all seat counts is shown in §4 above.
Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 – NEET Cutoff Trends & Closing Ranks
Top Govt College – AIQ Gen R1
~AIR 1,000–10,000Highest competition. Target a high score for B J Govt Medical College, Pune.
State Quota (General)
Top govt: 580–660 marks | Lower-tier: 480–560 marksCET Cell Maharashtra state-merit cutoffs vary by zone & college type.
Private / Management / NRI
350–520 marks | NRI: lower effective cutoffManagement/NRI seats become more accessible from Round 2 onwards.
Indicative Year-Wise NEET Cutoff – Maharashtra (Govt Quota, General)
| Year | Top Govt — Score (Gen, R1) | Top Govt — AIR (Gen, R1) | Lower-tier Govt Closing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | ~640–680 | ~AIR 1,000–4,000 | ~480–560 marks |
| 2024 | ~620–675 | ~AIR 1,500–5,000 | ~470–540 marks |
| 2023 | ~615–675 | ~AIR 1,800–6,000 | ~460–530 marks |
*Indicative ranges based on past trends. Final cutoffs are released after each counselling round. NEET 2024 used a revised total because of grace marks; NEET 2025 used the standard 720 total. Verify your closing rank against the official CET Cell Maharashtra cutoff sheet.
⚡ Cutoff Insight 2026: Maharashtra govt-college MBBS baseline tuition is ~₹1.14–₹1.30L/yr (Open) — significantly higher than the older '₹50K' figure. Use our College Predictor or call +91-7303848310 for personalised cutoff analysis.
Teaching Hospitals in Maharashtra – Clinical Exposure for MBBS Students
| Flagship Teaching Hospital | B J Govt Medical College, Pune |
|---|---|
| Bed Capacity | 500 – 3,000+ beds at flagship hospitals across Maharashtra |
| Accreditation | NMC approved; many top centres also NABH / NABL accredited |
| Super-Speciality Depts | Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Neurosurgery, Nephrology, Urology, Oncology, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (varies by hospital) |
| Diagnostics | CT, MRI 1.5T/3T, PET-CT (select centres), Cath Lab, 24×7 Emergency Lab |
| Operation Theatres | Modular OTs across major teaching hospitals in Maharashtra |
| OPD per Day | 1,000–5,000+ patients at flagship hospitals — exceptional clinical exposure |
| Emergency & Trauma | 24×7 Emergency & Trauma centres at govt & major private teaching hospitals |
Why Clinical Exposure in Maharashtra Stands Out
- Patient Diversity: Mix of urban, semi-urban & rural cases — strong differential-diagnosis skills
- Disease Profile: Tropical infections, NCDs, tertiary referrals — broad MBBS preparation
- Internship Stipend: Govt colleges typically pay ₹15,000–₹30,000/month (per state norms)
- NEET-PG Preparation: Robust hands-on clinical training boosts NEET-PG performance
- Research: ICMR / DST grants available at premier Maharashtra teaching hospitals
Infrastructure & Facilities at Maharashtra Medical Colleges – 2026
Lecture Halls & Labs
Air-conditioned digital lecture halls, anatomy & physiology labs, clinical-skills simulation centres at most Maharashtra medical colleges.
Central Library & e-Resources
Subscriptions to UpToDate, Clinical Key, MedLine, e-textbooks; quiet reading rooms; group-study pods.
Hostel Facilities
Separate boys' & girls' hostels; mess with multiple cuisine options; first-year hostel typically compulsory at govt colleges.
Sports & Recreation
Cricket, football, basketball, badminton, athletics, gymnasium; college-level annual sports meets.
Digital Campus & Wi-Fi
Campus-wide Wi-Fi, smart classrooms, online assessment portals, digital pathology & radiology.
Safety, Counselling & Wellness
24×7 security, anti-ragging committees, mental-health counselling cells, first-year orientation programmes.
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Maharashtra vs Top NEET Counselling States 2026
| State | Region | MBBS Seats | Govt Fee/yr | Pvt/NRI | Authority | Colleges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra ⭐ | Maharashtra | 12,824 | ₹1,14,300 – ₹1,30,000 | Yes (Pvt/NRI) | CET Cell Maharashtra | 73+ |
| Karnataka | Karnataka | 13,944 | ₹15K–₹40K | Yes | KEA Karnataka | 73+ |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu | 13,050 | ₹13.5K–₹40K | Yes | DME TN | 74 |
| UP | UP | 13,425 | ₹54K | Yes | DGME UP | 85+ |
| Telangana | Telangana | 9,540 | ₹15K–₹40K | Yes | KNRUHS | 65+ |
Detailed State-Counselling Comparisons
Maharashtra vs Karnataka
Karnataka leads India with 13,944 MBBS seats and a recently revised SC (17%) and ST (7%) reservation. Compare its KEA-led system with Maharashtra's CET Cell Maharashtra workflow, fee bands and bond policy.
View KarnatakaMaharashtra vs Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu has 74 colleges and a unique 69% reservation matrix (no EWS in state quota). Its UG service bond is 5 years with ₹5L penalty — useful as a benchmark for Maharashtra.
View Tamil NaduMaharashtra vs Maharashtra
Maharashtra (CET Cell) has 12,824 seats and a govt-college tuition of ₹1.14–₹1.30 Lakh/yr. A useful comparison if you are choosing between metros and Maharashtra colleges.
View MaharashtraMaharashtra vs Uttar Pradesh
UP has 85+ medical colleges and 13,425 MBBS seats. Its UG bond is 2 yrs / ₹10L (PG ₹40L). Compare its UPNEET system, fee structure and reservation with Maharashtra.
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