Who is eligible for Odisha NEET UG 2026 state quota seats?

Only candidates who are permanent natives of Odisha or children of All India Civil Service officers serving in Odisha are eligible for state quota seats. They must also qualify NEET UG 2026 and meet academic requirements. Reservation benefits apply only to Odisha domicile candidates.

Can non-Odisha candidates apply for Odisha NEET counselling 2026?

Yes, but their options are limited. Non-domicile candidates are generally not eligible for state quota seats. However, they can apply for NRI quota seats in private colleges or participate if eligible under specific categories.

What are the seat categories in Odisha NEET counselling 2026?

Seats are divided into Government, Private, NRI, and special quotas like ES (Ex-Servicemen), PC (PwD), and EWS. Government colleges have 85% state quota seats, while private colleges include both general and NRI quota seats.

What is the meaning of freeze and float options in Odisha NEET Counselling 2026?

Freeze means you accept the allotted seat and do not want to participate in further rounds. Float means you accept the seat but are open to getting a better option in the next round. If upgraded, your previous seat is automatically cancelled.

Odisha NEET UG Counselling 2026 MBBS/BDS: Schedule, Eligibility, Cutoff, Seat Matrix, Fees, Documents Required, Admission Process

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Odisha NEET UG 2026 Counselling – Overview

Odisha NEET UG 2026 counselling is conducted online by OJEE for admission to MBBS and BDS courses. Candidates must qualify NEET UG 2026 and register online to participate in the centralized seat allotment process.

All Odisha domicile candidates who qualify NEET UG 2026 are eligible for State Quota seats, while both state and outside candidates can apply for NRI quota seats. The counselling process is completely online and conducted through the official website www.ojee.nic.in.

Important: Mere qualification in NEET UG 2026 does not guarantee a seat. Admission depends on merit rank, category, availability of seats, and choices filled during counselling.

Key Highlights

Counselling conducted by OJEE (Odisha Joint Entrance Examination)
Mode of counselling: Online
Official website: www.ojee.nic.in
Admission based on NEET UG 2026 All India Rank
State Merit List prepared after document verification

Seat Coverage

85% State Quota seats in Government Medical/Dental Colleges
100% seats in Private Medical/Dental Colleges
Deemed Universities counselling conducted separately by DGHS (MCC)

Reservation & Categories

Categories include: General (GE), SC, ST, EWS, PC, ES, GC, SGS
Reservation benefits applicable only to Odisha domicile candidates
Valid Nativity/Residence Certificate is mandatory
EWS certificate must be from latest financial year (2025-26)

Special Category Guidelines

Ex-Servicemen (ES): Must register with Rajya Sainik Board, Bhubaneswar
Physically Challenged (PC): Mandatory medical board verification
NRI/OCI: Must provide passport, embassy certificate & relevant documents

Important Instructions

Entire counselling process is online and time-bound
No individual communication will be sent to candidates
Candidates must regularly check the official website for updates
Keep all documents ready before counselling to avoid last-minute issues

Note: State Merit List will be prepared based on NEET UG 2026 rank and verified documents. Only eligible candidates will be allowed to participate in seat allotment.

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Seat Categories & Quotas (Odisha NEET UG 2026)

Odisha NEET UG counselling 2026 includes Government, Private, NRI, and special quota seats. Eligibility varies based on domicile, category, and reservation rules defined by OJEE.

Seat Categories Overview

Seat Type	Eligibility Criteria
Odisha Government Seats	Permanent natives of Odisha Children of All India Civil Service officers serving in Odisha cadre
Odisha Govt – State Govt School Quota	Permanent natives of Odisha Children of All India Civil Service officers serving in Odisha cadre
Odisha Private Seats	Permanent natives of Odisha Children of All India Civil Service officers serving in Odisha cadre
Odisha Private – State Govt School Quota	Permanent natives of Odisha Children of All India Civil Service officers serving in Odisha cadre
Odisha Private Seats – NRI Quota	NRI / OCI candidates (All India basis) Priority 1: NRI candidates with Odisha domicile Priority 2: NRI candidates from other states Priority 3: Odisha State UR candidates (if seats remain)

Note: Reservation benefits are applicable only to Odisha domicile candidates. Valid residence/nativity certificate is mandatory for claiming state quota seats.

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MBBS Colleges in Odisha (NEET UG 2026)

Here is the complete list of Government, Private, and Deemed Medical Colleges in Odisha along with total MBBS seats available for NEET UG 2026 admission.

Government Medical Colleges

S.No.	College Name	MBBS Seats
1	AIIMS Bhubaneswar	125
2	Bhima Bhoi Medical College, Balangir	100
3	Fakir Mohan Medical College, Balasore	100
4	Government Medical College, Sundargarh	100
5	Government Medical College, Jajpur	50
6	Government Medical College, Keonjhar	100
7	MKCG Medical College, Berhampur	250
8	PRM Medical College, Baripada	125
9	SRM Medical College, Bhawanipatna	100
10	SLN Medical College, Koraput	125
11	Sri Jagannath Medical College, Puri	100
12	SCB Medical College, Cuttack	250
13	VIMSAR, Burla	200
14	Pabitra Mohan Pradhan Medical College, Talcher	100
15	Government Medical College, Phulbani	100
Total Seats		1925

Private Medical Colleges

S.No.	College Name	MBBS Seats
1	DRIEMS Institute of Health Sciences, Kairapari	100
2	Hi-Tech Medical College, Bhubaneswar	150
3	Hi-Tech Medical College, Rourkela	100
Total Seats		350

Deemed Medical Colleges

S.No.	College Name	MBBS Seats
1	Institute of Medical Sciences & SUM Hospital	250
2	IMS & SUM Hospital, Bhubaneswar	250
3	Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS)	250
Total Seats		750

Note: Seat matrix may vary slightly based on NMC approvals and counselling updates. Always verify during official counselling rounds.

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Odisha NEET UG Counselling 2026 Cutoff MBBS BDS

The Sartha team has prepared the expected Odisha NEET UG MBBS Counselling 2026 cutoff using previous year data and seat availability. The section below shows category-wise cutoff marks for government medical colleges to help students estimate their admission chances.

Eligibility Criteria for MBBS / BDS (Odisha NEET UG 2026)

Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility conditions to participate in Odisha NEET UG 2026 counselling for MBBS and BDS admission.

Age Criteria

Candidate must be 17 years old on or before 31 December 2026
No upper age limit

Domicile Criteria

Must be a permanent native of Odisha
OR Child of All India Civil Service officer serving in Odisha cadre

Educational Qualification

Criteria	Requirement
Qualifying Exam	10+2 (Science) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology & English
General Category	Minimum 50% marks in PCB
SC / ST Candidates	Minimum 40% marks in PCB
PwD Candidates	40% marks (including SC/ST PwD)

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NEET UG 2026 Qualifying Criteria

Category	Minimum Percentile
General (GE)	50th Percentile
General – PwD	45th Percentile
SC / ST	40th Percentile
SC / ST – PwD	40th Percentile
EWS	50th Percentile
EWS – PwD	45th Percentile

Note: NEET cutoff percentile may change based on Government of India / NMC notifications.

Eligibility for NRI Candidates

Must have qualified NEET UG 2026
Should be NRI / OCI / PIO or child of NRI parents

Documents Required for NRI Eligibility

NEET UG 2026 Score Card
Self-declaration of NRI/OCI/PIO status
OCI / PIO Card (if applicable)
NRI Embassy Certificate of parent/candidate

Important: All eligibility conditions must be satisfied during document verification. Failure to meet criteria will result in cancellation of candidature.

Application Process & Counselling Procedure (Odisha NEET UG 2026)

The Odisha NEET UG 2026 counselling process is conducted online by OJEE. Candidates must follow each step carefully to secure MBBS/BDS admission.

Step 1: Choice Filling & Locking

Login to https://ojee.nic.in using User ID & Password
Select preferred course (MBBS/BDS) and colleges
Arrange choices in priority order
Lock choices before deadline (auto-lock if not done)

Step 2: Seat Allotment

Allotment is based on State Merit List + NEET Rank + Choices
Download Allotment Letter from portal

Step 3: Reporting & Provisional Admission

Report physically at OJEE Office, Bhubaneswar
Carry all original documents + certificates
Pay admission fees (online/DD)
Submit CLC / School Leaving Certificate
Choose Freeze / Float option
Receive Provisional Admission Letter

Important: Candidates who fail to report will lose the allotted seat and must reapply in the next round.

Step 4: Counselling Rounds

Up to 3 rounds of counselling
Fresh choice filling required for unallotted candidates
Final admission after Round 3 at allotted college

Freeze vs Float Option

Option	Meaning
Freeze	Accept allotted seat and do not participate in further rounds
Float	Accept seat but allow upgrade in next round

Upgradation Rules

If upgraded, previous seat is automatically cancelled
Candidate must accept upgraded seat
No claim on previous seat after upgrade

Mop-Up (Spot) Round

Conducted if seats remain vacant after Round 3
Physical presence mandatory
Already admitted candidates are not eligible

Seat Allotment Rules

Based strictly on merit + preferences
No allotment change after final locking
First-choice allotment → no further participation allowed

Withdrawal & Refund Policy

Resignation before deadline → 90% fee refund
10% deducted as processing fee
No refund after final deadline
Late resignation may lead to penalty

Final Admission Process

Report to allotted college after final round
Submit provisional admission letter
Medical fitness certificate required
Bond submission (for Government colleges)

Note: All updates, schedules, and changes will be published only on the official website. Candidates must regularly check ojee.nic.in.

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Fee Structure (Odisha NEET UG 2026 – MBBS & BDS)

The fee structure for MBBS and BDS courses in Odisha varies based on Government and Private colleges. Candidates must pay the prescribed fees during admission as per official guidelines.

Government Medical & Dental Colleges

Course	Annual Fee
MBBS / BDS	₹37,950 per annum

Additional charges such as hostel fees, mess fees, and other institutional charges may be applicable separately as per the respective college/university.

Private Medical Colleges (MBBS)

College Name	Annual Fee
Hi-Tech Medical College, Bhubaneswar	₹6,50,000
Hi-Tech Medical College, Rourkela	₹5,50,000
DRIEMS Institute of Health Sciences & Hospital	₹6,50,000

Private Dental Colleges (BDS)

Course	Annual Fee
BDS (Private Colleges)	₹3,00,000 per annum

NRI Quota Fees

NRI candidates must pay 4 times the normal private college fee
Applicable only for Private Medical & Dental Colleges

Additional Charges

Particular	Amount
University Registration Fee	₹3,500 (One-time)

Note: Fee structure is subject to revision by the Government. Any updated fees will be automatically applicable at the time of admission.

Required Documents for Admission (Odisha NEET UG 2026)

Candidates must carry original documents along with photocopies at the time of counselling and admission. Failure to produce valid documents may lead to cancellation of candidature.

Mandatory Documents

Class 10th Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
Class 12th Marksheet
Class 12th Passing Certificate
NEET UG 2026 Score / Rank Card
Recent Passport Size Photographs
Nativity / Residence Certificate (Odisha Domicile Proof)
Category Certificate (SC / ST / EWS / GC), if applicable
Duly filled and signed Bond Document

Special Category Documents

PwBD / Physically Challenged (PC): Medical Board Certificate issued by designated centers
Ex-Servicemen (ES): Verification through Rajya Sainik Board (no need to upload during registration)

Important: PwBD candidates must submit Medical Board reports and required affidavits. Without valid certification, reservation benefits will not be granted.

Note: All documents must be original and valid. Any discrepancy or forged document will lead to cancellation of admission and legal action.