Puducherry NEET UG Counselling is conducted by the Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC) for admission to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, and other undergraduate medical courses in government, private, and deemed medical colleges located in Puducherry. Admission is based on NEET UG 2026 scores and the counselling process notified by CENTAC.
If you have qualified NEET UG 2026 and wish to participate in Puducherry medical admissions, this guide will walk you through every step – from registration to final admission.
✅ Eligibility Criteria (Before You Start Filling)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizen / OCI (as per applicable rules) |
| Domicile | Puducherry domicile required for UT quota seats |
| NEET | Must have qualified NEET UG 2026 with the required percentile |
| Age | Minimum 17 years as on December 31 of the admission year |
| Education | 10+2 with PCB + English from a recognized board |
⚠️ Candidates claiming Puducherry State/UT Quota seats must satisfy the domicile and eligibility conditions prescribed by CENTAC.
📂 Documents Required Before You Begin Form Filling
Keep these scanned copies ready (JPEG/PDF format):
- NEET UG Admit Card
- NEET UG Scorecard
- Class 10 Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
- Class 12 Marksheet & Passing Certificate
- Puducherry Residence/Domicile Certificate
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EBC/BCM/EWS) – if applicable
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card
- Transfer Certificate (TC)
- Conduct/Character Certificate
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Candidate Signature
⚠️ Ensure all documents are clear, readable, and within the prescribed file size limits.
🖥️ Step-by-Step Form Filling Process
Step 1 – Registration
- Visit the official CENTAC counselling portal.
- Click on "NEET UG Counselling Registration 2026".
- Select "New Registration".
- Enter:
- NEET Roll Number
- NEET Application Number
- Date of Birth
- Mobile Number
- Email ID
After successful registration, note down your application number and password.
Step 2 – Fill Personal Details
Enter:
- Candidate Name
- Father's Name
- Mother's Name
- Gender
- Category
- Date of Birth
- Nationality
- Correspondence Address
- Permanent Address
- Domicile Details
⚠️ Ensure all details match your official documents exactly.
Step 3 – Fill NEET & Academic Details
Provide:
- NEET Marks
- NEET All India Rank
- NEET Percentile
- Qualifying Status
- Class 12 Board
- Year of Passing
- PCB Marks
Double-check all information before proceeding.
Step 4 – Upload Documents
Upload:
✔ Recent passport-size photograph
✔ Candidate signature
✔ Puducherry Residence Certificate
✔ Category certificate (if applicable)
✔ Educational documents
✔ NEET scorecard
⚠️ Blurry or incorrect documents may lead to rejection during verification.
Step 5 – Fee Payment
Registration Fee
| Category | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | As per official notification |
| SC/ST/PwD | As per official notification |
Payment Mode
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- UPI
⚠️ Save the payment receipt for future reference.
Step 6 – Merit List Publication
CENTAC will prepare and publish the merit list based on:
- NEET Rank
- Category
- Reservation Policy
- Eligibility Criteria
- Document Verification
Candidates should carefully verify their details after publication of the merit list.
Step 7 – Choice Filling & Locking
Select colleges and courses according to your preference.
Important Instructions
- Arrange colleges in priority order.
- Fill maximum possible choices.
- Save preferences regularly.
- Lock choices before the deadline.
⚠️ Failure to lock choices may result in automatic consideration of the last saved choices.
📅 Tentative Counselling Schedule
| Event | Expected Timeline |
|---|---|
| Registration Starts | After NEET Result Declaration |
| Last Date to Register | As per official notification |
| Merit List Publication | After registration |
| Choice Filling & Locking | After merit list release |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | As per counselling schedule |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | Following Round 1 |
| Mop-Up Round | For vacant seats |
| Stray Vacancy Round | If seats remain vacant |
| Reporting to College | After allotment |
🔔 Visit the official counselling portal regularly for exact dates and updates.
🧠 Expert Tips to Avoid Rejection
| Common Mistake | How to Avoid |
|---|---|
| Incorrect NEET Details | Verify NEET Roll Number carefully |
| Name Mismatch | Use the exact name as per Class 10 certificate |
| Invalid Residence Certificate | Upload a valid domicile/residence certificate |
| Missing Documents | Check the complete document checklist |
| Blurry Uploads | Use clear scanned copies |
| Wrong Contact Details | Use active mobile number and email ID |
| Forgot to Lock Choices | Always lock your choices before deadline |
📍 After Form Filling – What Next?
Merit List Release
CENTAC will release the Puducherry Merit List based on NEET scores and eligibility criteria.
Seat Allotment
Seats are allotted based on:
- NEET Rank
- Reservation Category
- College Preferences
- Seat Availability
Reporting to College
If allotted a seat:
✔ Download Allotment Letter
✔ Complete document verification
✔ Pay admission fees
✔ Report to the allotted college within the prescribed timeline
If not allotted a seat, you can participate in subsequent counselling rounds.
🔗 Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official CENTAC Website | https://www.centacpuducherry.in |
| Puducherry Government | https://www.py.gov.in |
| MCC Counselling Website | https://mcc.nic.in |
| NEET UG Official Website | https://neet.nta.nic.in |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Is NEET mandatory for MBBS admission in Puducherry?
✅ Yes. NEET UG qualification is compulsory for MBBS, BDS, and other medical courses.
Q2. Who conducts Puducherry NEET UG Counselling?
✅ The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC) conducts the counselling process.
Q3. Is domicile mandatory?
✅ Yes, for Puducherry UT quota seats. Candidates must satisfy domicile requirements prescribed by CENTAC.
Q4. What if I don't lock my choices?
📌 The system may consider your last saved choices for seat allotment.
Q5. Can I participate in multiple counselling rounds?
✅ Yes. Eligible candidates can participate in Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round.