Students waiting for Odisha NEET UG Counselling 2026 have an important update. The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Committee is expected to begin the Odisha NEET UG 2026 Counselling in August 2026 for admission into MBBS and BDS courses under the 85% State Quota.
Candidates who qualified in NEET UG 2026 should keep all required documents ready as the counselling notification is expected to be released shortly. The admission process will include online registration, document verification, state merit list publication, choice filling, seat allotment, and college reporting.
If you are planning to pursue MBBS or BDS in Odisha, here is everything you need to know.
Odisha NEET UG Counselling 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Counselling Authority | Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Committee |
| Admission Courses | MBBS & BDS |
| Admission Mode | Online Counselling |
| Quota Covered | 85% State Quota & Private Medical College Seats |
| Admission Basis | NEET UG 2026 Rank |
| Expected Notification | First Week of August 2026 |
| Official Portal | OJEE MBBS/BDS Counselling Portal |
Latest Odisha NEET UG Counselling 2026 Schedule (Expected)
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Counselling Notification | First Week of August 2026 |
| Online Registration | Early to Mid August 2026 |
| Document Upload & Verification | Along with Registration |
| Odisha State Merit List | Mid August 2026 |
| Choice Filling & Choice Locking | Mid to Late August 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | End of August 2026 |
| College Reporting | September 2026 |
| Round 2 Counselling | September 2026 |
| Mop-Up Round | September 2026 |
| Stray Vacancy Round | September–October 2026 |
Who is Eligible for Odisha NEET UG Counselling?
Candidates must satisfy the following eligibility conditions:
- Must have qualified NEET UG 2026.
- Should have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.
- Must fulfill the Odisha domicile requirements for State Quota seats.
- Children of All India Civil Service Officers serving in the Odisha Cadre are also eligible for State Quota admissions.
Odisha NEET UG Counselling Registration Fee
| Category | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| General / SEBC | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹500 |
- Candidates must pay the registration fee online while submitting the counselling application.
- Security Deposit
- Candidates may also be required to pay a refundable security deposit depending on the type of seat selected.
| Seat Type | Expected Security Deposit |
|---|---|
| Government Medical Colleges (UR) | ₹10,000 |
| Government Medical Colleges (SC/ST) | ₹5,000 |
| Private / Deemed Medical Colleges | Higher refundable deposit as prescribed by OJEE |
Odisha NEET UG Counselling Process
The counselling process consists of the following stages:
Step 1: Online Registration
Candidates must register on the official OJEE counselling portal and complete the application form.
Step 2: Fee Payment
Pay the counselling registration fee online.
Step 3: Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of all required certificates for online verification.
Step 4: State Merit List
OJEE will prepare and publish the Odisha State Merit List based on NEET UG 2026 ranks.
Step 5: Choice Filling & Locking
Candidates must select and lock their preferred medical and dental colleges in order of priority.
Step 6: Seat Allotment
Seats will be allotted based on:
- NEET UG Rank
- Reservation Category
- Seat Availability
- College Preferences
Step 7: College Reporting
Candidates allotted seats must report to the allotted college with original documents to confirm admission.
Number of Counselling Rounds
Odisha NEET UG Counselling is expected to be conducted in four rounds:
- Round 1
- Round 2
- Mop-Up Round
- Stray Vacancy Round
Candidates who do not secure a seat in earlier rounds can participate in subsequent rounds as per eligibility.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card
- NEET UG 2026 Score Card
- Class 10 Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
- Class 12 Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate
- Odisha Resident/Nativity Certificate
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS), if applicable
- PwD/Green Card/Ex-Servicemen Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card, Passport or Voter ID
- Passport-size Photographs
Odisha Reservation Policy 2026
The Odisha Government has revised the reservation policy for professional courses.
| Category | Reservation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 22.50% |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 16.25% |
| SEBC | 11.25% |
| EWS | 10% |
| PwD (Horizontal) | 5% |
| Other Horizontal Categories | Green Card & Ex-Servicemen |
Top Medical Colleges in Odisha
| College | Location | Type | Approximate Annual Tuition Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCB Medical College | Cuttack | Government | ₹29,764–₹37,950 |
| MKCG Medical College | Berhampur | Government | ₹30,000–₹37,950 |
| VIMSAR | Burla | Government | ₹36,900–₹37,950 |
| AIIMS Bhubaneswar* | Bhubaneswar | Central Institute | Around ₹5,856 (Admission through MCC) |
| IMS & SUM Hospital | Bhubaneswar | Deemed University | Around ₹22 lakh/year |
| KIMS | Bhubaneswar | Deemed University | ₹18.5–22 lakh/year |
| Hi-Tech Medical College | Bhubaneswar/Rourkela | Private | ₹5.5–11.56 lakh/year |
Note: AIIMS Bhubaneswar admissions are conducted through MCC All India Quota Counselling, not OJEE State Counselling.
Previous Year’s Government College Cut-Off Trends
| College | General Closing AIR |
|---|---|
| SCB Medical College, Cuttack | Around 7,227 |
| MKCG Medical College, Berhampur | Around 10,000–14,000 |
These are previous-year trends and may vary in 2026 depending on competition, seat availability, and reservation.
Important Instructions
- Register before the deadline.
- Upload clear scanned documents.
- Lock your choices carefully.
- Report to the allotted college within the prescribed schedule.
- Missing reporting deadlines may lead to cancellation of the allotted seat.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who conducts Odisha NEET UG Counselling 2026?
- The counselling is conducted by the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Committee.
- How many counselling rounds are conducted?
- There are generally four rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up, and Stray Vacancy.
- Who is eligible for Odisha State Quota seats?
- Permanent residents of Odisha and eligible children of All India Civil Service Officers serving in the Odisha cadre can apply for State Quota seats.
- What is the registration fee?
- General/SEBC candidates must pay ₹1,000, while SC/ST/PwD candidates must pay ₹500.