
| Updated On - Oct 22, 2026
The Maharashtra CET Cell has extended the Stray Vacancy Round 1 reporting deadline for MAH NEET UG 2026 MBBS and BDS admissions. Candidates can now join allotted colleges by October 22, 2026 at 5:30 PM.

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell (MAH CET Cell) has extended the physical reporting deadline for Stray Vacancy Round 1 of MAH NEET UG 2026 counselling. Candidates holding allotments for MBBS and BDS seats under Group A can now join their allotted colleges by October 22, 2026. The directive appears in Notice No. 28 on the official portal medical2026.mahacet.org.
The notice also revises the schedule for Online Stray Vacancy Rounds 2 and 3. The extension gives candidates an added day to complete joining formalities at allotted government, corporation, aided, private unaided, and minority colleges across Maharashtra.
MAH NEET UG 2026 Stray Vacancy Round 1 Revised Dates
The original reporting window for Round 1 closed on October 21 at 5:30 PM. Under the revised schedule, candidates get an additional day to report at the allotted college.
| Activity | Revised Date |
|---|---|
| Selection List Declaration | October 19, 2026 |
| Physical Reporting at College | Up to October 22, 2026 by 5:30 PM |
| Final Resignation of Seat | October 22, 2026 by 5:30 PM |
Revised Schedule for Stray Vacancy Rounds 2 and 3
The CET Cell has pushed Round 2 and Round 3 activities by one day each. The updated timeline affects seat matrix release, choice filling, and reporting for the final two rounds.
| Activity | Round 2 | Round 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Matrix and Choice Filling | October 22 to 23, 2026 | October 25 to 26, 2026 |
| Selection List Declaration | October 23, 2026 | October 26, 2026 |
| Physical Reporting Window | October 24 to 25, 2026 | October 27, 2026 |
Candidates must complete choice filling and submit preferences within the stated window. Missed logins or delays will forfeit the allotment chance.
How to Report at the Allotted College?
Allotted candidates must carry original documents and the required fee to join. The college verifies credentials before admission is confirmed.
- Carry the allotment letter printed from the official portal.
- Bring the NEET UG 2026 scorecard, Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets.
- Submit the domicile certificate, caste certificate if applicable, and ID proof.
- Pay the institute fee as fixed by the fee regulatory authority.
- Collect the admission confirmation receipt from the college office.
This is the final admission window for MBBS and BDS seats in Maharashtra for 2026-27. The Medical Counselling Committee has fixed a national joining deadline. Missing the stray rounds ends admission hopes for this cycle.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit medical2026.mahacet.org and download Notice No. 28.
- Confirm the allotted seat and print the allotment letter.
- Keep all original documents and fee payment proof ready in advance.
- Report at the allotted college by October 22, 2026 at 5:30 PM.
- Participate in Round 2 or Round 3 choice filling if the seat is not confirmed.
The Stray Vacancy Round 2 selection list is expected on October 23, 2026. Candidates should also watch for the Round 3 seat matrix release on October 25 at medical2026.mahacet.org.

















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