NEET UG 2024 Counseling: Schedule for CAP-2 and CAP-3 Rounds in Maharashtra for MBBS & BDS Courses

The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra has released the schedule for CAP-2 and CAP-3 rounds for MBBS and BDS courses for the academic year 2024-25. This notice comes after the successful completion of the first round of counseling as of September 5, 2024, and addresses the need to fill the remaining vacant seats. Here’s a breakdown of the upcoming rounds and important dates as per the notice issued on September 16, 2024:

Key Details of the CAP-2 Round

The second round of the Centralized Admission Process (CAP-2) for MBBS and BDS courses is crucial for candidates looking to secure a seat in Government, Corporation, Government-Aided, Private Unaided, and Minority Colleges. The schedule is as follows:

Important Dates for CAP-2:

1. Last Date to Resign from Round 1 Joined Seat Without Forfeiture of Fees
   Date: September 25, 2024
   Candidates who have joined a seat in the first round but wish to resign without losing their fees must do so by this date.
2. Publication of Seat Matrix for CAP-2
   Date: September 26, 2024
   The updated seat matrix for the second round will be released, providing candidates with a clear idea of available seats.
3. Online Preference/Choice Form Filling for CAP-2
   Dates: September 27, 2024, to September 29, 2024, until 11:59 PM (server time)
   Eligible candidates can fill their preferences online during this period. Please note that choices filled during CAP-1 will not be considered, and candidates must submit fresh choices.
4. Declaration of the CAP-2 Second Selection List
   Date: September 30, 2024
   The results of CAP-2, i.e., the second selection list, will be published, allowing candidates to proceed to the next steps of admission.
5. Physical Joining and Submission of Status Retention Form
   Dates: October 1, 2024, to October 4, 2024, until 5:30 PM
   Selected candidates must physically join the allotted college, submit the status retention form, and pay the requisite fees by Demand Draft/Cheque. This step is crucial for confirming admission.
6. Last Date to Resign from Round 2 Joined Seats (with Forfeiture of Registration Fees)
   Date: October 7, 2024, until 5:30 PM
   Candidates who resign after joining the second round will forfeit their registration fees as per the guidelines in the Information Brochure.
7. Commencement of Academic Session
   Date: October 1, 2024
   Academic sessions will begin on this date, aligning with the Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) schedule.

CAP-3 Round and Eligibility

For those who wish to participate in CAP-3, the Information Brochure outlines the specific rules regarding eligibility and the forfeiture of fees. It is highly recommended that candidates familiarize themselves with these regulations to make informed decisions during the counseling process.

Stay Updated with Gurukripa Career Counselling (GCC)

For the fastest updates and detailed information about the NEET UG 2024 counseling process, students can visit Gurukripa Career Counselling’s official website: gccedu.in.

Make sure to adhere to the given timelines and stay vigilant about further announcements regarding CAP-3. Best of luck to all aspiring MBBS and BDS students in Maharashtra for the 2024-25 academic year!