Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling : Registrations, Dates, Fees, Counselling

The Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026 is conducted by the Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB), as per Advertisement No. JCECEB/46/26-48 dated 6th August 2026, for admission into MBBS, BDS and BHMS programmes in medical, dental and homeopathy colleges across the state. Admission is based on NEET UG 2026 scores, so students who want to get into top colleges need to score well in NEET.

The State Counselling Authority (JCECEB) will conduct admission to 85% of seats allotted to the State Quota, and the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) will take care of 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats. Jharkhand has 10 medical colleges and 4 dental colleges that together account for approximately 1055 MBBS seats and 307 BDS seats for state counselling.

To get admission through state counselling, candidates must apply/register online, choose their colleges, and for both State and AIQ, the student will be called across up to 4 rounds (1st, 2nd, 3rd/Mop-Up and Stray Vacancy round). Seat allotment will be based on NEET UG rank, number of seats available in the medical, dental and homeopathy colleges, and their reservation category (General, SC, ST, OBC, EWS).

After every round during admission, the candidate needs to verify documents, and report to the college allotted within the time limit issued by the authority.

JHARKHAND NEET UG COUNSELLING 2026 – IMPORTANT NOTICE

📢 Online Application for NEET(UG)-2026 Merit List

The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has invited online applications for preparation of the Merit List based on NEET(UG)-2026 Result for admission to All India & NRI Quota Seats.

🩺 M.B.B.S. COURSES (All India Quota)

Round 1 AIQ counselling for MBBS, and now the announced Round 2, covers the following colleges:

1. Laxmi Chandravansi Medical College & Hospital, Palamu
2. Netaji Subhas Medical College and Hospital, Seraikela-Kharsawan
3. Sido Kanhu Medical College & Hospital, Dumka
4. Birsa Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Khunti

🔗 MBBS Application Link:
https://lcmcneetugcet.jceceb.org.in/

🦷 B.D.S. & 🩺 B.H.M.S. COURSES

Applications are also invited for preparation of the Merit List for:

1. Vananchal Dental College and Hospital, Garhwa (under Babu Dinesh Singh University, Garhwa) – B.D.S. (All India Quota)
2. Devki Mahavir Homoeopathic Medical College and Research Hospital, Garhwa – B.H.M.S. (seats pending; see note below)
3. Laxmi Chandravansi Homoeopathic Medical College Hospital, Bishrampur, Palamu – B.H.M.S. (seats pending; see note below)

🔗 BDS/BHMS Application Link:
https://neetaignricet.jceceb.org.in/

⚠️ IMPORTANT DATES (Round 1 Final; Round 2 Announced – as of 31.08.2026)

📌 Round 1 – Last Date for Online Registration & Choice Filling (State Quota & AIQ): 25 August 2026

📌 Round 1 – Seat Allotment & Provisional Allotment Letter Download: 27 August – 5 September 2026

📌 Round 1 – Documents Verification & Admission at Concerned Institute: 28 August – 5 September 2026

📌 Round 2 – Last Date of Choice Filling for Seat Allotment: 9 September 2026

📌 Round 2 – Documents Verification & Admission at Concerned Institute: 12–18 September 2026

Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2026 – Key Highlights

Here’s a snapshot of important details regarding NEET UG 2026 counselling in Jharkhand:

*College/seat figures are from the previous admission cycle and are carried forward for reference; JCECEB has not re-published a fresh seat matrix in the August 2026 advertisements. Please verify the final seat matrix on the official website once released.

Important: JCECEB Press Communiqué dated 31st August 2026 (Round 2 Schedule Announced & Revised)

In compliance with the direction issued by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), New Delhi on 27.08.2026 regarding the NEET-UG Schedule 2026 for Round 2 of State Counselling, JCECEB has released the schedule for the 2nd Round of Online Counselling for State, All India & NRI Quota vacant seats in MBBS, BDS and BHMS courses (Advt. No. JCECEB/46/26-76). This modifies the earlier advertisements No. JCECEB/46/26-47 (dated 06.08.2026), JCECEB/46/26-52 (dated 08.08.2026), JCECEB/46/26-53 (dated 08.08.2026), and JCECEB/46/26-60 (dated 19.08.2026) – all other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

Important: Candidates who already applied for inclusion in the State Merit List for the 1st Round of Online Counselling need not fill the online application form again for the 2nd round.

Upgrade/Change Rule: Round 1-admitted candidates who wish to change their course and institute against the remaining vacant seats may participate in Round 2. If a seat is re-allotted to the candidate in Round 2, it is mandatory to take admission to the newly allotted course/institute, and the earlier admission automatically stands cancelled; the vacated seat is then allotted to another candidate on merit-cum-choice basis. Admitted candidates seeking upgradation of course and institute may also be upgraded to a different category/quota depending on actual vacancy available at their merit.

State Quota → AIQ Switch Rule: If a candidate recommended for a State Quota seat wishes to join an All India Quota (AIQ) allotted seat instead, the candidate must surrender the State Quota seat and submit a resignation to the State Quota admitting institute; the candidate’s security money will be forfeited.

PwBD/Disability Certificate Update (Round 1): The Department of Health, Medical Education & Family Welfare, Government of Jharkhand (vide Letter No. 09/Namankan-02-01/2023-507(9), dated 20.08.2026) has authorised Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Ranchi to issue disability certificates for admission to MBBS, BDS, and BHMS courses for the 2026–27 session.

👉 Apply/Register at: https://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in

As per the JCECEB Press Communiqué dated 21st August 2026, the Round 1 schedule for State Quota, and All India Quota (MBBS & BDS) was further updated in compliance with MCC directions dated 19.08.2026. The tables below show the earlier notified dates, the previously revised dates, and the final updated dates for each category. Round 1 has since concluded and Round 2 has now been announced (see the Round 2 tables further below).

(A) Round 1 – State Quota Seats (MBBS & BDS)

Note: Online Registration & Choice Filling and Editing of filled-up choices continued simultaneously on 25.08.2026.

(B) Round 1 – All India Quota Seats in MBBS Course

Applicable to: Laxmi Chandravansi Medical College & Hospital, Palamu; Netaji Subhas Medical College and Hospital, Seraikela-Kharsawan; Sido Kanhu Medical College & Hospital, Dumka; and Birsa Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Khunti.

(C) Round 1 – All India Quota Seats in BDS Course

Applicable to: Vananchal Dental College and Hospital, Garhwa (under Babu Dinesh Singh University, Garhwa).

Note: These are the officially confirmed final Round 1 dates as per the JCECEB Press Communiqué dated 21.08.2026 (Advt. No. JCECEB/46/26-66).

As per the JCECEB Press Communiqué dated 31st August 2026 (Advt. No. JCECEB/46/26-76), in compliance with the MCC direction dated 27.08.2026, the Board has released the Round 2 schedule for vacant State Quota, All India Quota and NRI Quota seats in MBBS, BDS and BHMS courses. The tables below show the earlier notified dates alongside the revised notified dates.

(A) Round 2 – Vacant State Quota Seats (MBBS, BDS & BHMS)

(B) Round 2 – Vacant All India Quota (60%) & NRI Quota (15%) Seats in MBBS Course

Applicable to: Laxmi Chandravansi Medical College & Hospital, Palamu; Netaji Subhas Medical College and Hospital, Seraikela-Kharsawan; Sido Kanhu Medical College & Hospital, Dumka; and Birsa Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Khunti.

(C) Round 2 – Vacant All India Quota (60%) & NRI Quota (15%) Seats in BDS Course

Applicable to: Vananchal Dental College and Hospital, Garhwa (under Babu Dinesh Singh University, Garhwa).

Note: These are the officially confirmed Round 2 dates as per the JCECEB Press Communiqué dated 31.08.2026 (Advt. No. JCECEB/46/26-76). Candidates who applied for the State Merit List in Round 1 need not reapply for Round 2. Round 3/Mop-Up and Stray Vacancy round dates have not yet been released and will be published as per directions issued by MCC for State Counselling; this page will be updated as soon as JCECEB notifies them on jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in.

1. Age Requirements

• The candidate must have attained the age of 17 years as on or before December 31, 2026.

• There is no upper age limit for admitting to the above mentioned courses.

2. Educational qualifications

The candidates are required to fulfill the following educational requirements:

• The candidates should have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examination in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English individually. 

• The candidates should have obtained a minimum of 50% marks taken together in Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Biotechnology.

• Qualified NEET (UG) 2026 and appeared in the NEET merit list.

3. Relaxation in Qualification Marks (as per NMC/DCI guidelines): 

•  SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Minimum of 40% marks in PCB subjects. 

•  PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): Minimum of 40% marks in PCB subjects and this is irrespective of category. Disability certificates for the 2026–27 session are now issued by RIMS, Ranchi as authorised by the Health Department.

4. NRI Quota Applicants 

•  For NRI Quota there are 15 out of 75 seats that are reserved. 

•  All candidates applying under NRI Category for NRI Quota need to do the following:

o  Fill a separate application layout from the NRI Quota.

o Provide the original document supporting the above to the institution at the time of admission. 

Tip from Ashok Sir at Bodmas education:

“Please have your marksheets, NEET scorecard, and local residence certificate before hand. Do not leave it for the final day to upload documents, when you prepare early then there is less stress and that means less worrying time. Also – the schedule was updated more than once during Round 1, and Round 2 has already seen one revision too, so always double-check the current deadline on the official website before you sit down to fill choices, and if you registered/paid earlier, be sure you've completed any re-registration steps required on the choice filling portal.”

NEET 2025 Category-Wise Cut-Off (Previous Year – For Reference)

NEET UG 2026 cut-off percentiles/scores are not published yet; the table below is last year’s (2025) data, shown as a reference only. This page will be updated once NTA/JCECEB releases NEET UG 2026 cut-offs.

MBBS Bond Policy in Jharkhand 2026

Candidates seeking MBBS admission in Jharkhand should understand the applicable service bond and discontinuation policy before taking admission.

Note: As per the available bond-policy data, Jharkhand currently has no service bond, although implementation is under discussion. The discontinuation penalty is listed as ₹20 Lakhs*. Candidates should verify the latest applicable rules and admission notification before taking admission.

For State Quota & All India Quota Admissions (MBBS/BDS/BHMS)

State Quota – Jharkhand NEET UG 2026 Counselling 

The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) will conduct counselling for 85% State Quota MBBS/BDS/BHMS seats in Government and Private Medical/Dental/Homeopathy Colleges across Jharkhand. Candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026 and are indigenous/domicile residents of Jharkhand can participate.

 Step-by-Step Registration Process (State Quota)

1. Online Registration

•    Visit jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in

•    Fill in details like Name, DOB, Gender, Category, Address, Academic details, etc.

•    Cross-verify before submission.

•    Candidates who applied for the Round 1 State Merit List need not reapply for Round 2; new candidates can apply fresh within the Round 2 window (1–3 September 2026 for State Quota).

2. Upload Documents

•    Photo: Recent color photo (20KB–50KB, .jpg/.jpeg)

•    Signature: On white paper in blue/black ink (10KB–20KB)

•    Left Thumb Impression (LTI)

•    Combine academic/caste/domicile/EWS/PH certificates into one PDF (max 500KB). PwBD candidates should note that disability certificates are now issued by RIMS, Ranchi.

3. Final Submission

•    Review application

•    Accept declaration and submit

•    Receive Registration Number via SMS and email

4. Fee Payment

The Jharkhand NEET counselling fee for 2026 is expected to remain around ₹1,000 (counselling fee) plus ₹500 application fee for General category candidates, as per last year’s structure. Both fees are paid together at the time of online registration.* Candidates who already paid earlier need not pay again for Round 1/2 as applicable.

*Fee details are available in the Press Communiqué on jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in; the figures above are carried forward from the previous cycle pending confirmation.

•    Payment via Debit/Credit/Net Banking

•    Non-refundable fees

5. Security Deposit

As per the Jharkhand Health Department, candidates appearing for Jharkhand NEET counselling must pay a refundable security deposit, depending on the type of institution they choose:

Important Guidelines:

•    Security money will be forfeited if you get a seat but do not take admission in Round 2 or later rounds.

•    It will not be refunded if false documents/information are submitted or if original documents are missing during admission.

•    Refund is allowed only if:

o    You did not get any seat in any round.

o    You didn’t participate in further rounds after withdrawal.

•    The refund will be processed within three months after the final round of counselling.

State Quota Counselling Process

The State Quota Counselling Process is conducted by JCECEB for 85% of MBBS/BDS/BHMS seats in government and private medical colleges. Candidates who are domicile of the state and meet the NEET eligibility criteria can apply through the state’s official counselling portal, across 1st, 2nd, 3rd/Mop-Up and Stray Vacancy rounds.

🔸 Round 1 (Concluded)

•    Online registration, choice filling (final: up to 25 August 2026)

•    Seat allotment based on merit (final: 27 August – 5 September 2026)

•    Download allotment letter

•    Physical document verification & admission (final: 28 August – 5 September 2026)

🔸 Round 2 (Announced)

•    New registrations allowed (revised: 1–3 September 2026 for State Quota)

•    Fresh merit list issued (revised: 6 September 2026)

•    Eligible candidates can upgrade – if re-allotted, joining the new seat is mandatory and the earlier admission is automatically cancelled

•    Choice filling revised: 7–9 September 2026; allotment letter 11–18 September 2026; document verification & admission 12–18 September 2026

🔸 3rd / Mop-Up Round

•    Open for fresh registration

•    Merit list & choice filling

•    Seat allotment

•    Admission formalities & verification

🔸 Stray Vacancy Round

•    Only fresh registrations for remaining vacant seats

•    Final merit list, choice filling & allotment

•    Admission formalities & verification

Documents Required (State Quota Admission)

•    NEET UG 2026 Admit Card

•    NEET UG 2026 Rank Card

•    Class 10th Certificate & Mark Sheet

•    Class 12th Certificate & Mark Sheet

•    Domicile Certificate (Jharkhand)

•    Category Certificate (if applicable)

•    EWS / PH certificate (if applicable, PwBD certificate now issued by RIMS, Ranchi)

•    Passport-size photographs

•    Valid ID Proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)

Note: This section refers to the National MCC-run AIQ counselling for AIIMS/JIPMER/Central/Deemed universities. Separately, JCECEB itself also conducts “All India” seat counselling for 4 specific institutes (Laxmi Chandravansi MC Palamu, Netaji Subhas MC Seraikela-Kharsawan, Sido Kanhu MC Dumka, Birsa Institute of Medical Sciences Khunti, and Vananchal Dental College Garhwa for BDS) as detailed in the Round 1 and Round 2 schedule tables above.

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) under DGHS, MoHFW conducts 15% AIQ counselling including Central Universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, and Deemed Universities.

General Guidelines

•    Use the same mobile number/email ID as NEET UG registration

•    Register only at www.mcc.nic.in

•    OTP verification via Sandes App is mandatory

•    No change in contact info will be allowed post-registration

MCC AIQ Counselling Rounds & Process

▶ Round 1

•    Online registration & fee payment

•    Choice filling and locking

•    Seat allotment result declared

•    Upload documents & report to allotted college

•    Option for upgrade in next round

▶ Round 2

•    Fresh choice filling

•    New registrations for unregistered candidates

•    Upgrades allowed

•    Allotment result & physical reporting

▶ Round 3

•    For candidates not allotted in Round 1 or 2

•    Fresh registrations allowed

•    No resignations after Round 3 joining

▶ Stray Vacancy Round

•    Only fresh registrations

•    Conducted for vacant AIQ/Deemed seats

•    Mandatory joining; non-reporting leads to debarment from NEET next year

Counselling Fees – All India Quota (MCC)

Documents Required – All India Quota Admission

•    Allotment Letter (from MCC / JCECEB, as applicable)

•    NEET 2026 Admit Card & Rank Letter

•    Class 10th & 12th Certificates + Marksheets

•    Date of Birth Proof

•    8 Passport-size photographs

•    Valid ID Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport/Driving License)

🧠 Expert Advice – Ashok Sir, Bodmas Education

"There are decent government options in Jharkhand for State Quota aspirants, but with limited seats in private colleges, there will be good competition. So, plan your choices accordingly and keep in mind that there are mop-up and stray vacancy rounds too, but always keep your documents ready. For AIQ aspirants, there are many more options as Deemed and Central Universities offer, so make your selections accordingly. And with the schedule revised multiple times already – twice in Round 1 and once so far in Round 2 – keep checking the official website daily so a missed update doesn’t cost you your seat."

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