Overview
The Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List 2026 has been released for candidates seeking admission to undergraduate medical and dental courses through the Union Territory quota. The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), Government of Puducherry, is responsible for the state counselling process, while the total number of available MBBS, BDS and allied course seats will be confirmed through the official seat matrix.
Candidates included in the merit list must check their rank, category and eligibility details carefully before participating in the counselling and seat-allotment process.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), Government of Puducherry |
| Post Name | Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List 2026 / UG Medical Admission |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified; course-wise seat matrix to be notified |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | centacpuducherry.in |
Important Dates
The detailed counselling calendar should be verified on the official portal. Dates not provided in the merit-list information have been marked as TBA.
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | Merit list released; exact date not specified |
Candidates should regularly monitor the CENTAC website for the counselling registration schedule, choice-filling window, provisional allotment result and reporting deadline. Missing a notified deadline may affect eligibility for the relevant counselling round.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed or appeared in Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board.
- The qualifying examination should include Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English, subject to the applicable admission rules.
- Applicants must have qualified NEET UG 2026 and obtained the prescribed category-wise qualifying percentile or score.
- Candidates seeking seats under the Puducherry quota must satisfy the applicable residence, domicile, category or institutional eligibility conditions.
- Inclusion in the merit list is provisional and remains subject to verification of certificates and original documents.
Age Limit
- Candidates should generally have completed 17 years of age on or before December 31, 2026, in line with prevailing undergraduate medical admission rules.
- Any upper-age restriction or relaxation will be governed by the latest NEET UG regulations and applicable court or government directions.
- The date of birth recorded in the Class 10 certificate or other accepted document will normally be used for verification.
Fees
- The counselling or registration fee has not been specified in the available merit-list details.
- Candidates should check the official counselling notification for category-wise fees, payment methods and refund conditions.
- College tuition, security deposits and other institutional charges may be payable separately after seat allotment.
Selection Process
Admission through the Puducherry NEET UG state counselling process is expected to involve the following stages:
- NEET UG merit and state ranking: Eligible candidates are ranked using their NEET UG score, category and applicable state admission rules.
- Online counselling and seat allotment: Registered candidates submit course and college preferences. Seats are allotted based on merit, reservation, choices and availability.
- Document verification and admission: Allotted candidates must report as instructed, produce original certificates, pay the required fee and complete admission formalities within the deadline.
The publication of a name in the state merit list does not automatically guarantee admission. Final selection depends on seat availability and successful verification of all claims.
How to Apply
Candidates can check the merit list and proceed with counselling by following these steps:
- Visit the official CENTAC portal at centacpuducherry.in.
- Open the section for UG NEET 2026, medical admissions, merit lists or counselling notices.
- Select the link titled Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List 2026.
- Download the merit-list PDF and search for the application number, NEET roll number or candidate name using the PDF search function.
- Verify the displayed rank, category, NEET score and other personal details.
- Save the PDF and take a printout for reference during counselling and document verification.
- Log in to the candidate portal when counselling begins and complete registration, fee payment and choice filling within the prescribed period.
- Upload clear copies of the required documents, which may include NEET scorecard, admit card, Class 10 and 12 certificates, residence proof, category certificate and identity proof.
- Download the seat-allotment order, if selected, and report to the designated institution within the stipulated deadline.
Candidates who notice an error in the merit list should use the official grievance or correction facility within the period allowed by CENTAC.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Is the Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List 2026 available?
Yes. The state merit list has been released, and candidates should download it from the official CENTAC portal.
2. Does inclusion in the merit list confirm an MBBS or BDS seat?
No. Inclusion confirms eligibility for further consideration. Admission depends on rank, category, choices, seat availability and document verification.
3. What should candidates do after checking the merit list?
Candidates should monitor the counselling schedule, complete choice filling, keep original documents ready and report promptly if a seat is allotted.
