Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2024

The counselling for Maharashtra NEET PG 2024 will be conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra State. 

This blog post will explain in detail everything from dates, registration details, process, fee structure and everything you need to know about the Maharashtra NEET PG counselling 2024. 

So, if you are a student who has cleared the NEET PG 2024 exam and wish to study at a government/private college in Maharashtra state, then this article will help you understand the whole process! 

The Maharashtra NEET PG counselling 2024 will be conducted for 50% of State Quota Admission seats, and candidates have to register themselves on the official website. Around 4784 MD, MS, and PG Diploma seats will be offered to students through counselling. 

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Eligibility Criteria for Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2024

The eligibility criteria for the Maharashtra NEET PG counselling 2024 are the following:

Nationality:

• The candidate has to be an Indian national and citizen to apply. 
• Non-resident Indians (NRIs) can only apply for the 15% NRI quota seats in unaided private or minority medical colleges. 
• Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) are ineligible to apply for the Maharashtra PG Medical Counselling 2024. 

Domicile:

• Aspiring candidates must have passed the final examination of their MBBS degree in Maharashtra. 
• Candidates must have completed the compulsory rotatory internship by Mar 31, 2024. 
• Those candidates who have passed out from a foreign university are not eligible. 
• If the candidate has completed his or her MBBS degree from outside Maharashtra but is domiciled in the state of Maharashtra (allocated a seat under 15% AIQ) will also be eligible for the 2024 counselling. 

Now that we have looked at the eligibility criteria let us have a look at the documents that are required for candidates taking part in the counselling process. 

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Documents required for Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2024

Here are the documents required for the Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2024

• A copy of the duly filled application form for Maharashtra NEET PG 2024 counselling.
• The NEET PG 2024 scorecard or result.
• NEET PG admit card 2024
• A valid photo ID proof (these include Aadhar card, Driving license, PAN card, Passport).
• A certificate of nationality such as Passport, School Leaving Certificate (class X or XII). 
• MBBS degree.
• An Internship Completion Certificate, stating that the candidate has completed his or her internship on or before March 31, 2024.
• A Permanent or provisional Registration Certificate, issued by MCI/SMC.
• A certificate from the Head of the Institute, from which the candidate has completed his or her MBBS degree, stating that the institute is recognised by MCI.
• A Medical Fitness Certificate
• A Receipt for the application fee of Maharashtra PG medical counselling 2024
• A Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• A Medical Disability Certificate (if applicable)
• A No Objection Certificate (for in-service candidates)
• An Orphan Certificate (if applicable)
• A Bond Release Certificate (if applicable)

And those are all the documents that you need to arrange for before the Maharashtra NEET PG Medical Counseling 2024. Make sure you arrange everything as soon as possible to avoid last minute hassles and anxiety. 

Next, let us look at the proccess of counselling. 

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The Process of Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2024

Let’s begin with the online registration and application process. 

• Candidates need to register themselves on the official website mahacet.org. 
• All candidates are required to read the instructions carefully before filing the application form. 
• No provision shall be made to make changes in the application form once it is submitted online. Candidates who want to make changes to the form can do so before making the final submission. 
• A non-refundable fee of Rs. 3000 must be paid by the candidate to complete the registration process. A receipt of the application fee must be preserved for future reference. 
• The final step of the registration process is uploading the documents online. Applicants of the Maharashtra NEET PG counselling 2024 must note that documents cannot be uploaded without paying the registration fee first. 

Common State Merit List 

If a candidate is declared eligible according to the marks obtained in the NEET PG exam, then his or her name is published in the common state merit list in the official website of State CET cell. Only candidates deemed eligible after the document verification process will find their names on this list. 

Online Preference Filling

Candidates have to fill a preference form online to apply for seats. The details of the seats available through the Maharashtra NEET PG counselling 2024 are published online. Choices in the preference form can be changed any number of times before submission. Once submitted, no changes are allowed. 

Selection Process by CAP

Candidates are selected according to the rank obtained in the state merit list and on the basis of the choices filled in the preference form. 

To Join The Allotted Institution

As a measure to stop the spread of coronavirus in India, authorities have introduced the facility of e-reporting. This method is useful for those candidates who are unable to report to the institution physically. 

Such candidates have to send in scanned copies of their documents via mail, and if the candidate is found eligible, then they are asked to deposit the academic fee. 

On the other hand, candidates who are able to physically report to the institution must carry all their documents with them for verification purposes. After the verification process is complete, they have to deposit the fees and join duty immediately after. 

Fee Structure for Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2024

And that is everything you need to know before you apply for the Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling.

If you need more, here are a few FAQs to quickly clear all your doubts. 

FAQs Related to Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2024

We have gathered few of the most commonly asked questions about the Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling 2024. Go through these questions and their answers carefully so that you can eliminate all doubts related to the counselling process.

Is it mandatory to physically report to the college for confirmation of admission?

No, it is not. Candidates can also report for e-reporting. They will have to send in a confirmation email to the authorities who will verify their documents first, then ask them to deposit the fees after verification.

Where do i need to go for Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling?

The entire counselling process is being conducted online. Candidates are not required to go anywhere physically for the counselling process.

Can I register for the second round of counselling if I missed the first round?

No that is not possible. The window for registration opens only before the first round of counselling and candidates who do not register for the first round cannot participate in the second round.

What is the registration fee amount for Maharashtra NEET PG counselling 2024?

The registration fee amount for Maharashtra NEET PG counselling 2024 is Rs. 3,000 irrespective of the caste or the category of the applicant.

Can I change my choices before I go for the second round of counselling?

Yes. Every candidate is given an opportunity to change or modify their choices that they filled for the first round of counselling.

When will the schedule for Maharashtra PG Admission 2024 be announced?

The Maharashtra CET Cell will announce the Maharashtra NEET PG 2024 counselling schedule soon. The entire schedule will be uploaded on the official website, mahacet.org.

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