Complete guide to MBBS in Maharashtra — top colleges, seat matrix, fee structure, management quota, cutoff ranks, and step-by-step admission process.
Maharashtra is one of India's largest MBBS markets with 64 medical colleges and 11,500+ seats. The state has a well-developed government college network alongside a large private and deemed university ecosystem. Deemed universities like DY Patil, MGM, and Symbiosis are outside CET Cell scope and admit through MCC AIQ.
| College Type | Colleges | Seats | Annual Fees | Counselling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Government Medical Colleges | 23 | 3,150 | ₹20K–₹50K/yr | State + MCC (15% AIQ) |
| Private Medical Colleges | 25 | 5,920 | ₹6L–₹7L/yr | State (50%) + MQ (35%) + NRI (15%) |
| Deemed Universities | 16 | 2,400+ | ₹18L–₹25L/yr | MCC AIQ only (100%) |
AIQ + State Quota: Government college seats — 15% All India Quota via MCC (mcc.nic.in), 85% State Quota via CET Cell Maharashtra. Register for both simultaneously to maximise chances.
| College Name | City | Type | Seats | Annual Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Medical College & Sir JJ Hospital | Mumbai | Govt | 150 | ₹35,000 |
| BJ Medical College Pune | Pune | Govt | 150 | ₹35,000 |
| Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College | Mumbai | Municipal | 100 | ₹50,000 |
| Indira Gandhi Medical College Nagpur | Nagpur | Govt | 150 | ₹25,000 |
| GMC Aurangabad | Aurangabad | Govt | 150 | ₹25,000 |
| AIIMS Nagpur | Nagpur | Central AIIMS | 100 | ₹1,628/yr |
| AFMC Pune | Pune | Central Defence | 105 | Govt-funded |
| DY Patil Medical College Pune | Pune | Deemed | 150 | ₹22L/yr |
| MGM Medical College Navi Mumbai | Navi Mumbai | Deemed | 150 | ₹20L/yr |
| KIMS Karad | Karad | Deemed | 150 | ₹18L/yr |
Based on 2025 counselling data. Use as reference only — 2026 cutoffs will vary.
| Category | Govt Seat Score | Private State Quota | Management Quota |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Open | 545–610 | ₹6L–₹7L/yr | Qualifying marks only |
| OBC / Equivalent | 510–560 | 10–20 marks below General | Qualifying marks only |
| SC | 390–445 | Significant relaxation | Qualifying marks only |
| ST | 225+ | Highest relaxation | Qualifying marks only |
| College Type / Quota | Annual Fees | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Government College (State Quota) | ₹20,000–₹50,000/yr | Plus hostel, food, bond requirement |
| Private College (State Quota) | ₹6L–₹7L/yr | Regulated by state body |
| Private College (Management Quota) | ₹18L–₹25L/yr | Regulated by FRC Maharashtra |
| NRI Quota | ₹25L–₹40L/yr | USD / INR denominated |
| AIIMS / Central Institutions | ₹1,390–₹10,000/yr | Where available in Maharashtra |
Management quota (35% of private seats, ~1,900+ seats) is available for any NEET-qualified student regardless of domicile. Fees are regulated by FRC Maharashtra. Process runs after CAP rounds via Institute Level (IL) admissions.
MQ process starts after all regular counselling rounds. Typically October–November 2026.
Each college fills MQ seats independently. Contact admissions office with NEET scorecard and documents.
Ensure college and admission process is NMC approved. Never pay without an official allotment letter.
Pay via official channels. Get receipts for all payments. Complete document submission and formalities.
Archway's advice: MQ seats in Maharashtra fill very fast after state counselling ends. Contact us immediately after your state quota result to check real-time seat availability. Talk to our counsellor
Clear NEET UG with minimum qualifying percentile. Get your All India Rank and Maharashtra state rank.
Visit mcc.nic.in — register for All India Quota. Covers 15% government seats and all deemed universities.
Visit cetcell.mahacet.org — covers 85% state quota seats. Maharashtra domicile required.
Upload domicile, category certificates, marksheets. List colleges in order — add as many as possible. Lock before deadline.
Review allotment. Choose Freeze / Float / Slide based on strategy. Participate in rounds if upgrading is needed.
Download allotment letter. Report within deadline. Submit original documents. Pay fees. Complete formalities.
Maharashtra has approximately 11,500+ MBBS seats across 64 medical colleges — 23 government colleges (3,150 seats), 25 private colleges (5,920 seats), and 16 deemed universities (2,400+ seats). Deemed university seats are filled through MCC AIQ, not state counselling.
Government colleges charge ₹20,000–₹50,000/yr. Private college state quota costs approximately ₹6L–₹7L/yr. Management quota seats cost ₹18L–₹25L/yr. NRI quota fees are ₹25L–₹40L/yr. All private college fees are regulated by the state fee regulatory committee.
Yes. Management quota (35% of private seats, ~1,900+ seats) is available for any NEET-qualified student regardless of domicile. Fees are regulated by FRC Maharashtra. The minimum requirement is qualifying NEET percentile only — no rank cutoff applies.
Maharashtra is a closed state — domicile is required for 85% state quota. However, management quota seats in private colleges are open to students from all states regardless of domicile. Deemed universities also fill seats through MCC AIQ which is open to all states.
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