Hello,

Yes, you are eligible for the 85% state quota counselling in Maharashtra.

• You have a valid Maharashtra domicile certificate, which is a key requirement.

• You have completed Class 10 and Class 12 in Maharashtra, even though the boards are CBSE and NIOS. Completing both in the state meets the educational criteria.

So, you can apply for the 85% state quota seats in NEET counselling for Maharashtra .

Hope it helps !

Hello Aspirant,

Yes, you qualify for the 85% Maharashtra state-quota for NEET 2026 because:

1. You have both class 10 and class 12 from Maharashtra (valid boards: CBSE, NIOS).
2. You have a domicile certificate from Maharashtra, one of the valid types (e.g type A-E).

Ensure that your class 12 was written in an NIOS centre in Maharashtra and your domicile matches what is stated as the types of domicile in Maharashtra. And to cover all bases, confirm via the DME/NEET counselling brochure from Maharashtra.

Hey Riddhi,

Thanks for reaching out!

You've done 10th from Maharashtra and also, hold a domicile certificate, that's great.

But since you've done your 12th from NIOS board, your eligibility is not confirmed. Because the clause of eligibility criteria states that the 10th and 12th should be done in Maharashtra registered institutions.

Completing your 12th from NIOS, even with a Maharashtra domicile, might not automatically qualify you for the state quota.

Next steps : The best way to confirm your eligibility is by dropping a mail or contacting the Maharashtra DME directly about their rules for NIOS, and the 85% quota.