Maharashtra NEET PG 2025 Round 1 Registration Begins; Bond Penalty Up to ₹50 Lakh

The registration process for Maharashtra NEET PG 2025 Round 1 counselling has begun for admission to MD, MS, and PG Diploma courses for the academic year 2025-26. Eligible candidates can register online until November 7, 2025.

Key Highlights

• Registration for Round 1 is now open till November 7, 2025.
• NRI candidates must apply under the institute quota through the Foreign Candidate Registration Portal before November 6, 2025.
• The provisional merit list and seat matrix will be published on November 10, 2025.

Eligibility & Reservation

• NRI candidates and wards of NRIs are given priority under the institute quota.
• Candidates who completed MBBS from foreign universities are not eligible for Maharashtra PG medical admissions.
• PwD candidates must upload a valid disability certificate issued by one of the 16 authorized boards in Maharashtra.

Fee Structure & Bond Details

• Application Fee: ₹3,000
• Security Deposit:
  • General (Government colleges): ₹25,000
  • General (Govt + Private colleges): ₹1 lakh
  • Reserved category (Government colleges): ₹12,500
  • Reserved (Govt + Private colleges): ₹1 lakh
• Tuition Fee (Government & Municipal Colleges): ₹1,52,100 per year
• Development Fee: ₹5,000

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College-wise Bond and Penalty:

• Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sevagram (Wardha): Fee ₹4,26,560; Bond – 1 year or penalty ₹50 lakh.
• All India Institute of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Mumbai: Penalty for seat lapse ₹20 lakh.
• Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai: Fee ₹1,05,500; Penalty ₹10 lakh; one-year bond valued at ₹25 lakh.

Next Steps for Candidates

1. Complete registration and upload all required documents before the deadline.
2. Carefully read the bond and penalty clauses to avoid financial penalties for seat withdrawal or non-completion.
3. Check the merit list and seat matrix on November 10 and fill in college preferences accordingly.
4. Ensure all eligibility criteria, including NRI and PwD documentation, are met to avoid disqualification.

Why It Matters

The Maharashtra NEET PG counselling 2025 is crucial for thousands of medical graduates seeking postgraduate seats. The state has introduced strict bond and penalty provisions up to ₹50 lakh to ensure accountability and prevent dropouts. Candidates are advised to complete the registration process early and verify fee and bond structures before choice filling.

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