The State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Government of Maharashtra, has released the Maharashtra NEET PG 2026 provisional merit list. The common provisional state merit list is dated October 30, 2026, and covers candidates seeking admission to PG medical courses in the state.

The merit list runs to 205 pages. Candidates can check their state merit number, NEET PG rank and score in the PDF on the official website.

Maharashtra NEET PG 2026 Provisional Merit List: Key Highlights

What the Merit List Contains

For each candidate, the list shows:

• State Merit List (SML) number
• NEET PG 2026 rank and score
• NEET PG roll number
• Category merit number, such as OBC, SC, ST, EWS, SEBC and NT
• NRI status, where applicable
• CET Cell NEET PG application number
• Candidate name and candidature type (State, OMS or NRI)
• Remarks, where applicable

Candidates Marked Not Eligible

A small number of candidates, about 14 in this list, are marked “Not Eligible” with a remark. The remarks seen include:

• Invalid NCL (non-creamy layer certificate)
• Invalid CVC (caste validity certificate)
• Invalid domicile

Candidates claiming reservation benefits must make sure their certificates are valid and correctly uploaded.

Important Notes from the Merit List

• The list is provisional and is based on the information candidates entered in the registration form and the e-verification of uploaded documents.
• Admission will take place only after the original certificates are verified at the admitting college.
• The benefit of reservation is available only after the required documents are produced and verified.
• Constitutional and specified reservation admissions are subject to document submission.
• NRI candidates are subject to approval from the ARA.
• PwD candidates are subject to eligibility confirmation from the Medical Board.
• In-service candidates are marked as eligible or not eligible for the in-service quota.

How to Check the Maharashtra NEET PG 2026 Merit List

1. Visit the official website of the Maharashtra State CET Cell.
2. Open the NEET PG 2026 counselling section.
3. Click on the link for the common provisional state merit list.
4. Download the PDF.
5. Search for your name, roll number or application number.
6. Check your merit number, category and remarks, and save a copy.

What Next?

After the provisional list, the CET Cell is expected to announce the next steps, including the final merit list, seat matrix, choice filling and seat allotment. Candidates should keep their documents ready and follow the official website for notices.