The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell has released the seat list for NEET UG Stray Round 1. This list shows available MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) and BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) seats in medical and dental colleges across Maharashtra. Students who did not get a seat in earlier admission rounds can now check these open seats.
Online preference forms for this round opened on November 12, 2025 . Students must fill in their college choices by November 13, 2025 , before 11:59 PM. The seat list, also called the 'seat matrix', is available on the official website: medicalug2025.mahacet.org.
What is the NEET UG Stray Round?
The Stray Round is a special chance for students to get admission into MBBS and BDS courses. It happens after all regular admission rounds are finished. This round aims to fill any seats that are still empty in colleges. It gives students who missed out on seats in previous rounds another opportunity.
Who Can Apply?
This Stray Round is for eligible candidates who could not secure a seat in the earlier NEET UG admission rounds. If you participated in the previous rounds but did not get an MBBS or BDS seat, you can now check the available seats and fill your preferences for this round.
Key Dates for Stray Round 1
- Online Preference Form Start Date: November 12, 2025
- Online Choice Filling End Date: November 13, 2025 , before 11:59 PM
- Selection List Release: The date for releasing the selection list will be announced later on the official website.
How to Fill Your College Choices
Follow these simple steps to choose your preferred colleges for the Stray Round 1:
- Step 1: Visit the Official Website
Go to the State CET Cell's official website:medicalug2025.mahacet.org. - Step 2: Log In to the Portal
Use your unique login details (user ID and password) to enter the online portal. - Step 3: Review the Seat Matrix
Download and carefully check the 'Stray Round 1 Seat Matrix 2025' PDF. This document shows which colleges have open seats and for which student categories. - Step 4: Select Your Colleges
Based on the available seats and your preference, choose the medical and dental colleges you want to join. Make a list of your preferred colleges in order. - Step 5: Submit Your Choices
Fill out your preferences online carefully. Make sure to save and submit them before the deadline of November 13, 2025 .
Understanding the Seat Matrix PDF
The seat matrix PDF file is a very important document for this admission round. It provides crucial details to help you make informed choices:
- It lists all participating medical (MBBS) and dental (BDS) colleges in Maharashtra.
- It shows the total number of vacant seats available in each college for the Stray Round.
- It breaks down these vacant seats by different student categories, such as General, SC (Scheduled Caste), ST (Scheduled Tribe), OBC (Other Backward Class), and others.
- Checking this data helps you understand your chances of getting a seat in a specific college based on your category and preferences.
Download Seat Matrix
You can access the seat matrix and other details directly on the official website:
| Official Website for Seat Matrix | medicalug2025.mahacet.org |
What Happens After Choice Filling?
After the deadline for choice filling, the State CET Cell will start processing all the submitted preferences. They will consider your chosen colleges, your NEET UG merit (your rank), and the rules based on the seat matrix. Based on these factors, they will prepare and release a selection list.
Students should regularly check the official website for updates on when the selection list will be published and for any further instructions about the admission process.
