Maha CET Cell extends NEET PG counselling registration deadline to 11 November 2025

The Maharashtra State CET Cell has announced a crucial extension for NEET PG 2025 Counselling Round 1 registration. The deadline for online registration, fee payment, and mandatory document upload is now November 11, 2025, till 11:59 PM. This extension, granted due to changes in the All India Quota schedule, provides a final window for aspirants to participate in the state's MD/MS/Diploma admissions. Candidates must ensure all documents, including reservation certificates, are uploaded correctly. The revised schedule for the Choice Filling (CAP Round 1) will be announced soon.

The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has issued an important notification for all NEET PG 2025 qualified candidates seeking admission to MD, MS, and Diploma courses across the state's Government, Municipal, and Private Medical colleges. The registration deadline for the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) Round 1 of the Maharashtra State Quota Counselling has been extended to November 11, 2025, at 11:59 PM.

​This extension comes as a direct consequence of the revised schedule of the All India Quota (AIQ) counselling announced by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). State counselling authorities often align their timelines with the AIQ schedule to prevent seat blockage and ensure a smooth transition for candidates. This extension is a significant lifeline for many aspirants who may have missed the initial window due to documentation issues or last-minute changes.

• ​Last Date for All Steps: The deadline of November 11, 2025, is the final cut-off for all initial application steps:  
  • ​Online Registration & Application Submission.
  • ​Payment of the Non-Refundable Registration Fee (₹3,000) and Security Deposit (as applicable).
  • ​Mandatory Uploading of all required Scanned Original Documents in PDF format.
• ​Eligibility Prerequisite: The State CET Cell has emphatically clarified that only those candidates who successfully complete fee payment and document upload by the new deadline will be considered eligible to be included in the Provisional State Merit List and participate in the subsequent choice filling process.
• ​NRI Candidates Note: NRI candidates, who are eligible only for the 15% Institute Quota seats, had a separate verification deadline, which was November 10, 2025. They are also subject to the main counselling registration deadline.

​Aspirants are strongly advised not to wait until the final hour on November 11th to avoid potential server issues or payment failures that could lead to disqualification from the entire state counselling process.

​ Key Focus Areas: Document Upload and Eligibility Claims

​The registration process for Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling is comprehensive and meticulous, particularly concerning the validation of domicile and reservation claims. The document upload stage, which is mandatory to be completed by November 11th, is the most crucial part of the application. Errors here can lead to the rejection of a candidate's reservation status or even the entire application during the subsequent physical verification stage.

• ​Document Checklist: Candidates must upload a complete set of original scanned documents, including, but not limited to: 
  • ​NEET PG 2025 Score Card and Admit Card.
  • ​MBBS Degree/Provisional Pass Certificate and Mark Sheets of all Professional Exams.
  • ​Internship Completion Certificate (by the stipulated cut-off date).
  • ​Permanent/Provisional Registration Certificate issued by MCI/NMC/SMC.
  • ​State-Specific Documents: Nationality Certificate/Indian Passport, Domicile Certificate of Maharashtra.
• ​Reservation Documents: Claims for reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, VJ, NT, SBC, EWS, etc.) must be backed by correct, valid, and recent certificates issued by the competent authority in the Maharashtra State format only. Specifically: 
  • ​Caste Validity Certificates must be available, though the CET Cell has noted that the validity period for many categories (SEBC, OBC, SC, VJ, NT-B/C/D, and SBC) has been extended for six months.
  • ​EWS candidates must strictly submit the certificate in the state-prescribed format.
• ​Post-Registration Steps: Once the registration window closes, the CET Cell's immediate next steps will include: 
  • ​Document Verification: Scrutiny of the uploaded documents.
  • ​Publication of the Provisional State Merit List (PSML): This list, crucial for predicting cut-offs, will rank all eligible registered candidates.
  • ​Publication of the Revised Seat Matrix (before Choice Filling): This will officially confirm the seats available across all institutions for Round 1.

​Aspirants must meticulously check the official website for the PSML publication date and raise any grievances immediately if their details (rank, category, domicile) are incorrectly reflected.

​What to Expect Next: The Revised CAP Round 1 Schedule

​With the registration deadline extended, the State CET Cell has simultaneously postponed the release of the revised schedule for CAP Round 1, which includes the all-important Choice Filling and Locking process. This delay is necessary to allow sufficient time for document processing and verification of the newly registered candidates.

• ​Revised Schedule Announcement: The CET Cell will declare the revised dates for the seat matrix, online preference filling (choice filling), and the Round 1 allotment result on the official website: mahacet.org (or its dedicated PG medical portal). Candidates must monitor the website daily.
• ​Choice Filling Strategy: Once the Choice Filling window opens, candidates must be prepared to: 
  • ​Analyze the Final Seat Matrix: Understand the distribution of seats by college, specialty, and reservation category.
  • ​Prioritize Choices: Strategically fill their preferred courses and colleges in descending order of preference. Given the high competition for clinical seats like Radiology, Dermatology, and General Medicine, a realistic yet ambitious approach to choice filling is essential.
  • ​Locking Choices: Ensure choices are locked before the final deadline, as unlocked choices will not be considered for allotment.

​This extension offers a unique opportunity for last-minute preparation and meticulous checking of application details before the merit list is finalized.

​Conclusion

​The extension of the Maharashtra NEET PG 2025 Counselling Round 1 registration deadline to November 11, 2025, 11:59 PM, provides a critical, final window for aspirants to secure their participation in the state quota admission process. Candidates must prioritize immediate completion of the fee payment and accurate, complete document upload, especially their reservation certificates. The official website must be monitored constantly for the imminent release of the Provisional Merit List and the revised schedule for choice filling, which will soon determine the fate of thousands of aspiring postgraduate medical specialists in Maharashtra.