The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has released the Final Merit List of Registered Candidates for MBBS and BDS Courses (Group A) for NEET-UG 2026. The merit list was published on August 26, 2026, marking an important stage in Maharashtra's state counselling process for medical and dental admissions.

Candidates who registered for Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 counselling can now check their NEET All India Rank, category, candidature type, reservation details, and other information in the official merit list.

Key Highlights

Details Mentioned in the Merit List

Candidates can find the following information in the merit list:

• Serial Number in the merit order
• NEET All India Rank
• NEET Roll Number
• CET Cell Online Form Number
• Candidate Name
• Gender
• Category, including OBC, SC, ST, SEBC, NT, EWS and applicable sub-categories
• NRI Status, subject to approval by the Association of Recognized Autonomous Institutions (ARA)
• Specified Reservation, such as PwD or Hilly Area
• Candidature Type – State or OMS (Outside Maharashtra State)
• Remarks

Merit List Status and Important Disclaimer

Although titled the Final Merit List, the CET Cell has clarified that the list is based on the information submitted by candidates during registration and the e-verification of uploaded documents.

Candidates should note that inclusion in the merit list does not automatically confirm admission. Final admission will be subject to verification of original certificates and documents at the respective admitting college.

Reservation benefits will also be considered only after successful verification of the required supporting documents. Course-wise eligibility will be determined according to the provisions of the NEET-UG 2026 Information Brochure.

How to Check Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Merit List

Candidates can check their details in the merit list by following these steps:

1. Visit the official Maharashtra State CET Cell website.
2. Go to the NEET-UG 2026 MBBS/BDS admission section.
3. Open the Final Merit List of Registered Candidates – Group A PDF.
4. Use the Ctrl+F search option to find your name, NEET Roll Number or CET Cell Online Form Number.
5. Verify your NEET All India Rank, category, candidature type and other details carefully.

Candidates should retain a copy of the merit list for future reference during the counselling process.

What Happens Next?

Candidates included in the Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 merit list should regularly check the CET Cell portal for further admission updates. The next stages are expected to include the announcement of the counselling schedule, choice filling, seat allotment and document verification.

Candidates should keep all necessary documents ready, including:

• NEET-UG 2026 Scorecard
• NEET-UG 2026 Admit Card
• Category Certificate, wherever applicable
• Domicile Certificate
• PwD/other reservation certificates, wherever applicable
• Other documents required under the Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 admission guidelines

Download Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Final Merit List

Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 MBBS/BDS Final Merit List  Group A - Download PDF

Candidates are advised to carefully verify their details in the merit list and follow the official Maharashtra CET Cell notifications for the upcoming NEET UG 2026 counselling and admission process.