Maharashtra has a large number of private and deemed medical and dental colleges, especially around Pune, Mumbai and the Navi Mumbai belt. Seats in these colleges are reached through two separate counselling systems.
Who allots what
- State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra — conducts the state's NEET-UG counselling for government seats and for seats in private unaided colleges affiliated to the state health sciences university, including institutional and NRI categories as provided in the information brochure.
- MCC — conducts counselling for all seats in Maharashtra's deemed universities, including management and NRI seats.
Read MCC vs state counselling.
Eligibility
- A qualifying NEET-UG score for every seat.
- For state quota seats, Maharashtra's domicile and related conditions apply as defined in the brochure.
- For institutional and NRI seats in private colleges, the brochure sets out who is eligible, including candidates from outside the state where permitted.
Step-by-step with the CET Cell
- Register on the CET Cell portal for NEET-UG state counselling and pay the fee.
- Opt for the categories you qualify for, such as institutional or NRI quota, at registration.
- Upload documents and complete verification as instructed.
- Fill preferences for each round and check allotments with your own login.
- Pay fees through the official process and report within the deadline.
Fees
Fees for private unaided colleges are fixed through Maharashtra's fee regulating mechanism and published for each year. Deemed university fees come through MCC. Read how private college fees are fixed.
Practical tips
- Many families register for both MCC (deemed) and the CET Cell (private). Track both calendars.
- Keep NRI documents ready early if you plan to opt for NRI seats. Read the NRI documents checklist.
- Engineering in Maharashtra follows MHT CET and CAP rounds; read Maharashtra engineering institute-level seats.
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Frequently asked questions
Who allots private MBBS seats in Maharashtra?
The State CET Cell allots seats in private unaided colleges affiliated to the state university. Deemed university seats are allotted by MCC.
What is institutional quota in Maharashtra MBBS?
It is a category of seats in private unaided colleges filled through the CET Cell counselling under the rules in the information brochure.
Can I apply to Maharashtra and MCC at the same time?
Usually yes. Follow each authority's rules on joining and resigning seats.
Official sources
Rules change each cycle. Check the current notice on these sites before you act.
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Written by AdmitDirect Editorial. Admission rules, fees and seat availability change every cycle; always confirm with the institution and the official counselling authority.