1. Overview of Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2026
Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2026 is the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) for state-quota postgraduate medical and dental seats in Maharashtra. It is conducted online by the State Common Entrance Test Cell (CET Cell), Maharashtra under the Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER) [citation:1].
The counselling is for the 50% state share of seats in government and aided colleges, based on NEET PG 2026 scores. The remaining 50% All India Quota (AIQ) seats are filled separately by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) [citation:1]. Private and minority colleges like ACPM Medical College, Dhule have additional state and management quota splits as per government policy.
Maharashtra is among India's top three PG medical states by seat volume, with roughly 5,700–5,800 PG seats across government, private, and deemed institutions [citation:1]. ACPM Medical College is one of the private colleges participating in the state CAP process with approximately 26 PG seats across MD/MS and PG Diploma courses [citation:4][citation:14].
2. Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling Process (CAP Rounds)
The Maharashtra NEET PG counselling follows a structured multi-round process. Candidates must complete registration and document verification before participating in choice filling [citation:5]:
| Stage | Activity | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Registration | Online registration on CET Cell portal | Required before Round 1 or Round 3; valid for all rounds [citation:5] |
| Document Verification | Verification of original documents | Candidates must carry originals for verification [citation:5] |
| Choice Filling | Fill college and course preferences | Fresh preferences required for each round; not carried forward [citation:5] |
| Seat Allotment | Allotment based on NEET PG rank & preferences | Candidates must report to allotted college within scheduled time [citation:5] |
| Status Retention | Fill Status Retention Form if satisfied | Once submitted, decision is not reversible [citation:5] |
| Upgradation | Eligible if Status Retention not submitted | Candidates can seek upgradation in next round [citation:5] |
*Maharashtra NEET PG counselling typically includes 4+ Online CAP Rounds followed by a Stray Vacancy Round, depending on seat availability [citation:5].
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Get Choice Filling Help3. ACPM Medical College PG Seat Matrix (Maharashtra CAP)
ACPM Medical College offers MD/MS programs across multiple clinical and para-clinical specialities. The following table presents the seat matrix available through Maharashtra NEET PG counselling [citation:4][citation:14]:
| PG Course | Annual Intake | Branch Type |
|---|---|---|
| MD General Medicine | 10 | Clinical |
| MS Orthopaedics | 6 | Surgical |
| MS General Surgery | 4 | Surgical |
| MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 3 | Surgical |
| MD Dermatology | 3 | Clinical |
| MS Ophthalmology | 3 | Surgical |
| MD Paediatrics | 2 | Clinical |
| MD Pathology | 2 | Para-Clinical |
| MD Microbiology | 2 | Para-Clinical |
| PG Diploma (Ortho, OBG) | 1-2 | Diploma |
*Seat matrix data as per available college and NMC records [citation:4][citation:14]. Final seat matrix for 2026 subject to NMC recognition status and Maharashtra CET Cell notification.
4. ACPM Medical College PG Fee Structure (Maharashtra CAP)
The fee structure for PG programs at ACPM Medical College varies by quota type. Candidates must check the official fee notification for the final 2026-27 structure [citation:14]:
| Quota | Annual Tuition Fee | Total (3 Years) |
|---|---|---|
| Merit / State Quota | ₹9,54,667 – ₹10,74,000 | ₹28,64,001 – ₹32,22,000 |
| Management Quota | ₹42,96,000 | ₹1,28,88,000 |
| NRI Quota | ₹53,70,000 | ₹1,61,10,000 |
| Security Deposit | ₹25,000 (One-Time) | Refundable |
*Fee figures are indicative based on available data [citation:14]. Final 2026-27 fees subject to NMC recognition status and Maharashtra CET Cell / Fee Regulating Authority notification.
5. Why Choose EduProPath for Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling?
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do I register for Maharashtra NEET PG counselling for ACPM Dhule?
Candidates must register online on the State CET Cell portal at cetcell.mahacet.org. Registration is required before Round 1 or Round 3 and is valid for all rounds [citation:5]. After registration, candidates must complete document verification and fill their college and course preferences.
How many CAP rounds are conducted in Maharashtra NEET PG counselling?
Maharashtra NEET PG counselling typically includes four or more Online CAP Rounds followed by an Online Stray Vacancy Round, depending on seat availability. Fresh preferences must be filled for each round as preferences do not carry forward [citation:5].
What is the NMC recognition status of ACPM Medical College for 2026-27?
According to NMC records, ACPM Medical College Dhule is recommended to the Central Government for withdrawal of recognition and stoppage of admission for the academic year 2026-27. Candidates must verify the latest NMC notification and