The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell is scheduled to publish the revised registered candidate list and revised provisional merit list for NEET UG 2026 CAP Round 1 on August 23, 2026. The update applies to candidates seeking admission to MBBS and BDS courses under Group A for the academic year 2026-27.

Students should note an important portal clarification: fe2026.mahacet.org is the engineering and technology admissions portal, not the Maharashtra NEET UG medical counselling portal. Candidates must use the medical admission links and notices issued through the State CET Cell and Directorate of Medical Education and Research, Maharashtra. The revised list will determine which candidates can proceed to the final merit list, seat matrix and CAP Round 1 choice-filling stage.

Key Highlights

• The revised provisional merit list for Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 CAP Round 1 is scheduled for August 23, 2026.
• The update covers MBBS and BDS admissions under Group A.
• A revised registered candidate list and online document verification status will also be published.
• Newly registered candidates and candidates who submitted documents during the reopened window can raise grievances until August 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
• The final merit list and CAP Round 1 seat matrix are scheduled for August 25, 2026.
• Choice and preference filling will be conducted from August 26 to August 29, 2026, until 5:30 PM.
• CAP Round 1 seat allotment is scheduled for August 30, 2026.
• Candidates allotted seats must physically join their respective colleges between August 31 and September 4, 2026, by 5:30 PM.

What Has Been Announced?

The Maharashtra CET Cell revised the CAP Round 1 schedule for NEET UG 2026 after changes to the Medical Counselling Committee’s All India Quota counselling timeline. The revised schedule provides an additional opportunity for eligible candidates to complete registration, fee payment and document submission.

The revised process includes verification of documents submitted by candidates, publication of an updated registered candidate list and release of a revised provisional merit list. The merit list is provisional, which means candidates can raise grievances if their name, NEET details, category, reservation claim or other application information is incorrect.

The merit list does not itself guarantee admission. It indicates a candidate’s relative position for the Maharashtra state counselling process. Admission depends on eligibility, the final merit list, available seats, category, preferences and the seat-allotment result.

Important Dates for Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 CAP Round 1

Who Can Check the Revised Merit List?

The revised list is relevant to candidates who:

• registered for Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 state counselling;
• applied for MBBS or BDS admission under Group A;
• were included in the earlier provisional merit list;
• registered during the reopened registration window; or
• uploaded and submitted the required documents during the revised schedule.

Candidates who registered during the reopened window or completed the required document submission may receive a separate opportunity to submit grievances on August 24. Candidates who already received the earlier grievance opportunity between August 19 and August 20 should not assume that they can submit the same grievance again.

How to Check the Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Revised Merit List

1. Open the official Maharashtra medical admission section or the State CET Cell’s NEET UG counselling page.
2. Look for the notice or document titled revised provisional merit list, revised registered candidate list or CAP Round 1 merit list for NEET UG 2026.
3. Download the relevant Group A document if the list is provided in PDF format.
4. Search the document using the application number, NEET roll number or candidate name.
5. Check the Maharashtra merit number, NEET details, category and reservation information carefully.
6. Save the PDF and retain a screenshot or copy of the candidate entry for future reference.

If the authority provides a login-based merit-status facility, candidates should also check their individual dashboard. The login may require the application ID, date of birth or other credentials used during registration.

Important Portal Clarification

The address fe2026.mahacet.org is associated with First Year Engineering and Technology admissions for the 2026-27 academic year. Its pages contain engineering merit lists, engineering seat matrices and MHT-CET-related CAP information. It should not be treated as the official NEET UG MBBS or BDS counselling portal.

NEET UG medical candidates should verify all updates through the official medical admission notices of the Maharashtra State CET Cell and the Directorate of Medical Education and Research. Students should avoid entering application credentials on unofficial pages or relying solely on a direct link shared through social media or messaging platforms.

What Candidates Should Check in the Revised List

After downloading the list, candidates should verify the following details:

• candidate name and application number;
• NEET UG 2026 roll number and All India Rank, wherever displayed;
• Maharashtra state merit number;
• category and sub-category;
• gender and reservation claims;
• eligibility status;
• document verification status; and
• any rejection or deficiency remark.

A difference in category, reservation status or merit position can affect participation in choice filling and seat allotment. Candidates should report a genuine error through the prescribed grievance mechanism before the deadline rather than waiting for the final merit list.

How to Submit a Grievance

1. Log in to the candidate account used for Maharashtra NEET UG counselling.
2. Open the grievance or correction facility linked to the provisional merit list.
3. Select the field that requires correction.
4. Upload supporting documents wherever required.
5. Submit the grievance before the applicable deadline.
6. Download or save the acknowledgement and monitor the decision in the candidate login.

Candidates should submit only document-supported corrections. A grievance without valid proof may not be accepted. If the issue concerns a physical document-verification requirement, the candidate should follow the instructions issued by the concerned scrutiny or verification centre.

Documents Required for Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling

Candidates should keep the original documents and clear scanned copies ready for the next stages. The exact requirement may vary according to the candidate’s category and claim, but commonly required documents include:

• NEET UG 2026 result or scorecard;
• NEET UG 2026 admit card, where required;
• Class 10 certificate or birth-date proof;
• Class 12 marksheet and passing certificate;
• Maharashtra domicile or other state eligibility proof, wherever applicable;
• valid caste certificate and caste validity certificate, if applicable;
• Non-Creamy Layer certificate for eligible categories, where applicable;
• Economically Weaker Section certificate, if claimed;
• disability certificate for D candidates, if applicable;
• valid identity proof;
• medical fitness certificate, wherever required; and
• other certificates specified in the official information brochure.

Candidates must ensure that certificates are valid for the relevant academic year and issued by the competent authority. A document uploaded without completing the final submission step may not be treated as successfully submitted.

What Happens After the Revised Merit List?

The revised provisional merit list will be followed by a short grievance window for eligible newly registered candidates. After grievances are considered, the State CET Cell is scheduled to publish the final merit list and CAP Round 1 seat matrix on August 25, 2026.

The seat matrix will show the seats available for the relevant courses, colleges and categories before choice filling. Candidates should study the seat matrix carefully because the availability of seats can differ by college, course, quota and category.

Eligible candidates will then submit their college and course preferences from August 26 to August 29, until 5:30 PM. The order of preferences is important because allotment is based on merit, eligibility, seat availability and the preferences submitted by the candidate.

CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment and College Reporting

The CAP Round 1 seat allotment result is scheduled for August 30, 2026. Candidates should check their individual allotment status and read the instructions attached to the allotment result.

Candidates who receive a seat must complete the prescribed acceptance and reporting formalities. Physical joining at the allotted college is scheduled from August 31 to September 4, 2026, up to 5:30 PM. Candidates should carry original documents, photocopies and the required admission fee or payment instrument specified by the authority.

Failure to complete reporting, document verification or fee payment within the notified period may lead to cancellation of the allotment. Candidates should not wait until the final day, particularly if travel, document correction or payment-related issues may arise.

What Candidates Should Do Today

1. Use the official medical counselling source rather than the engineering portal shown in the supplied direct link.
2. Download the revised registered candidate list and provisional merit list once published.
3. Check the application number, merit number, category and document status.
4. Note any discrepancy or rejection remark immediately.
5. Keep supporting certificates ready for the grievance window on August 24, if applicable.
6. Prepare a realistic list of MBBS and BDS college preferences before choice filling begins on August 26.
7. Monitor the final merit list and seat matrix scheduled for August 25.

What If a Candidate’s Name Is Missing?

A missing name may be linked to incomplete registration, unpaid fees, failure to submit documents, unsuccessful document verification or an eligibility issue. Candidates should first check their login status and the registered or rejected candidate list.

If the authority provides a grievance option for the candidate’s category or registration status, the candidate should submit the correction with supporting documents before the deadline. If no grievance option is available, the candidate should use the official contact details provided in the counselling notice.

Is the Revised Merit List the Final Admission List?

No. The revised merit list is a provisional list used to update candidate data before the final merit list. It does not allot a college or confirm admission. College allocation will take place only after the final merit list, seat matrix and choice-filling process.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 revised merit list be released?

The revised provisional merit list and revised registered candidate list are scheduled for August 23, 2026.

Which courses are covered in CAP Round 1?

The revised schedule specifically covers MBBS and BDS admissions under Group A for the academic year 2026-27.

Is fe2026.mahacet.org the Maharashtra NEET UG counselling portal?

No. That portal is for engineering and technology admissions. NEET UG candidates should use the official medical admission counselling pages issued by the Maharashtra authorities.

Who can raise a grievance on August 24?

Eligible candidates who registered during the reopened window or newly completed the required document submission can raise grievances until August 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM, subject to the official instructions.

When will the final merit list be released?

The final merit list and CAP Round 1 seat matrix are scheduled for August 25, 2026.

When will choice filling begin?

Online choice and preference filling is scheduled from August 26 to August 29, 2026, until 5:30 PM.

When will Maharashtra NEET UG CAP Round 1 allotment be announced?

CAP Round 1 seat allotment is scheduled for August 30, 2026.

When do allotted candidates have to join the college?

Physical joining is scheduled from August 31 to September 4, 2026, up to 5:30 PM.

Does appearing in the merit list guarantee an MBBS or BDS seat?

No. The merit list shows a candidate’s relative position. Admission depends on the final merit list, eligibility, seat availability, category, preferences and the allotment process.

Useful Links

Directorate of Medical Education and Research, Maharashtra — Medical Admission: https://dmer.maharashtra.gov.in/english/admission/medical-admission/

Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell: https://www.mahacet.org/

Engineering and Technology CAP Portal Clarification: https://fe2026.mahacet.org/