Maharashtra NEET UG 2024 Counselling: Step-by-Step Guide

A detailed guide covering the NEET UG counselling process in Maharashtra, including dates, document requirements, category-wise reservations, fees, penalties, and round participation rules.

1. Overview of the Counselling Process

What is Maharashtra NEET UG 2024 counselling?

Maharashtra NEET UG 2024 counselling is conducted in multiple rounds to allocate seats fairly in medical and dental colleges. The process includes:

  • Round 1: Initial seat allocation based on NEET UG rank and filled preferences.
  • Round 2: Allows for seat upgradation and fresh choice filling for those not satisfied with Round 1 results.
  • Round 3: For further upgradation and for those who missed previous rounds.
  • Stray Vacancy Rounds: Conducted for unfilled seats after Round 3, with no new registrations.
  • Institutional Stray Vacancy Rounds: Managed directly by private unaided and minority institutions for any remaining seats.

2. Important Dates and Deadlines

What are the important dates for Maharashtra NEET UG 2024 counselling?

Event Date
Online Registration 17th Aug 2024 - 24th Aug 2024
Payment of Registration Fees 17th Aug 2024 - 24th Aug 2024
Round 1 Preference Filling 27th Aug 2024 - 30th Aug 2024
Round 1 College Acceptance and Joining 1st Sep 2024 - 5th Sep 2024
Round 2 Preference Filling 27th Sep 2024 - 29th Sep 2024
Round 2 College Acceptance and Joining 1st Oct 2024 - 6th Oct 2024
Round 2 Resignation 5th Oct 2024 - 7th Oct 2024
Round 3 Registration and Fee Payment 9th Oct 2024 - 13th Oct 2024
Round 3 Preference Filling 15th Oct 2024 - 17th Oct 2024
Round 3 Allotment 19th Oct 2024
Round 3 College Joining 20th Oct 2024 - 23rd Oct 2024
Round 3 Resignation 23rd Oct 2024 (Last date)

3. Documents Required for Verification

What documents are required for NEET UG 2024 counselling in Maharashtra?

  • NEET UG 2024 Admit Card and Marksheet
  • Nationality and Domicile Certificates
  • HSC (12th) and SSC (10th) Marksheet
  • Caste Certificate and Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (if applicable)
  • Special Reservation Certificates and EWS Certificate (if applicable)

4. Category-wise Reservation

How is the category-wise reservation allocated in Maharashtra NEET UG 2024?

Category State Quota Reservation
Scheduled Castes and Schedule Caste converts to Buddhism (SC) 13%
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 7%
Vimukta Jati (DT) (A) 3%
Nomadic Tribes (NT-B) 2.5%
Nomadic Tribes (NT-C) 3.5%
Nomadic Tribes (NT-D) 2%
Other Backward Classes (OBC) including SBC 19%

Note:

  • If the seats still remain vacant, they will be filled from among candidates of all categories mentioned above from the combined merit list.
  • If the seats still remain vacant after that, they will be filled from among candidates of the common merit list.

5. Payment of Fees and Refunds

How to pay fees for Maharashtra NEET UG 2024 counselling?

Fee Payment: To be paid directly to the allotted college through Demand Draft.

Refund Policy:

  • Before Cut-off Date: Rs. 1,500 deducted, remaining amount refunded.
  • After Cut-off Date: No refund applicable.

6. Penalties for Lapsed Seats

What are the penalties for lapsed seats in Maharashtra NEET UG 2024?

  • MBBS/BDS: Rs. 10,00,000 non-refundable penalty for seat lapse.
  • Ayush Courses: Rs. 3,00,000 non-refundable penalty for seat lapse.

7. Participation Rules for Counselling Rounds

What are the rules for participating in each round of Maharashtra NEET UG 2024 counselling?

  • Round 1: Fresh choice filling required for those seeking upgradation.
  • Round 2: Fresh choices must be filled as previous choices become void.
  • Round 3: Available for those seeking further upgradation.
  • Stray Vacancy Rounds: No new registrations allowed.

8. Common Mistakes to Avoid

What mistakes should you avoid during Maharashtra NEET UG 2024 counselling?

  • Missing registration or choice filling deadlines.
  • Improper or incomplete documentation.
  • Misuse of the Status Retention Form, which can restrict future choices.