Content Writer | Updated On - Feb 21, 2026
The State CET Cell has extended CAP round 3 joining and announced the stray vacancy round schedule for NEET PG 2025.
The State CET Cell, Maharashtra has issued Notice No. 15 on February 10, 2026, announcing an extension for CAP Round 3 joining and releasing the tentative schedule for the Online Stray Vacancy Round(s) under NEET PG 2025 counselling.
The decision follows the revised counselling timeline published by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) on February 9, 2026. Candidates must complete joining and other formalities within the updated deadlines to avoid penalties.
Maharashtra NEET PG Stray Vacancy Round 2026
The State CET Cell has also released the tentative schedule for Online Stray Vacancy Round(s). The same choice filled in the first stray round will be used for subsequent rounds, if conducted.
| Activity | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Publication of seat matrix | February 20, 2026 |
| Online preference/choice filling process | February 21, 2026 to February 22, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM, server time) |
| Declaration of stray vacancy round 1 result | February 23, 2026 |
| Physical joining with documents & fees (DD) | February 24, 2026 to February 26, 2026 (up to 05:30 PM) |
| Declaration of stray vacancy round 2 (if seats remain vacant) | February 26, 2026 |
| Physical joining for stray vacancy round 2 | February 27, 2026 to February 28, 2026 (up to 05:30 PM) |
The authority clarified that the schedule may change based on directions from MCC, Central Government, State Government, or Court orders.
The CET Cell has clearly stated that candidates must check the college fees in advance through the respective college website or the Fees Regulating Authority (FRA) website before filling their choices.
For newly added colleges, Adhoc fees approved by FRA will be applicable. It is mandatory to join the allotted college in the Online Stray Vacancy Round(s), and candidates should regularly visit the official websites of MCC and the State CET Cell for any updates.
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All participating colleges have also been instructed to treat Saturdays, Sundays, and Gazetted Holidays as working days to complete the counselling process on time.
After the stray vacancy round is completed, candidates must report to the allotted college with all original documents, submit the required Demand Draft (DD) of fees, and finish all admission formalities within the given deadline.
If a candidate fails to join within the prescribed timeline, it may lead to cancellation of allotment and further penalties as per counselling rules. Students are advised to keep their documents ready and carefully follow every update to avoid missing important deadlines. Candidates are advised to check the official website and collegedunia.com for the latest updates.
Also Read:
- Kerala NEET PG 2025 Stray Round Registration Begins @cee.kerala.gov.in; Final Allotment on February 24
- List of MD in Medicine Colleges in Maharashtra Based on 2026 Ranking
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