The Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has identified 152 NEET-UG candidates for submitting forged or invalid documents during the ongoing MBBS and BDS admissions 2025. The action follows a detailed verification drive initiated after patterns of seat-blocking and document discrepancies were detected in Round 3 of NEET-UG counselling.
Details of Fake Document Cases in Maharashtra NEET-UG 2025
Officials reported that the flagged candidates submitted various non-compliant documents, including:
- Domicile certificates not issued in the prescribed Maharashtra format
- Class 10 certificates with mismatched personal details
- Records of prior admission under the All India Quota or in medical colleges of other states, while still appearing on Maharashtra merit lists
Such submissions were considered seat-blocking attempts, where candidates occupy a seat temporarily to manipulate availability for others. This verification is part of the first large-scale initiative during an active counselling round to maintain transparency and integrity.
Maharashtra CET Cell Verification Process
The CET Cell has issued notices to all 152 candidates, requiring submission of original documents by October 16, 2025. Failure to comply may result in:
- Cancellation of candidature
- Further disciplinary action under the admission rules
To strengthen the verification, authorities are:
- Cross-checking student records with other states’ databases
- Comparing entries with the All India Quota database
- Considering linking Aadhaar or unique IDs to each seat allotment to prevent manipulation
Officials emphasized that all documents must adhere to the state’s prescribed format to avoid disqualification.
Seat-Blocking and Its Impact on MBBS Admissions
Seat-blocking has been a recurring challenge across India, especially in Round 3 counselling, where top-ranked candidates often withdraw or migrate to other colleges. Maharashtra authorities noted that such actions create opportunities for irregularities during admissions. Similar cases have been observed in other states:
- Tamil Nadu (2024) – Students used fake community and income certificates to claim reserved-category seats
- Karnataka (2022) – KEA flagged multiple candidates for duplicate documents or suppression of information in NEET counselling
These incidents have prompted several states to implement stricter verification and cross-database checks during NEET-UG admissions.
Guidelines for Maharashtra NEET-UG Aspirants
Maharashtra CET Cell has urged all aspirants to:
- Ensure all uploaded documents are genuine
- Follow the state-prescribed format strictly
- Submit original certificates within deadlines to avoid cancellation or penalties
The CET Cell’s proactive verification aims to uphold transparency and fairness in the NEET-UG 2025 MBBS and BDS admissions process.
