Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026 is conducted by the Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) for admission to MBBS, BDS and BHMS courses in medical and dental colleges of the state. The Board has now released the detailed counselling notices along with the round-wise schedule, application dates, fee structure and eligibility criteria for NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates.
This article provides complete details about Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026, including registration dates, eligibility, round-wise schedule, fee structure, security deposit, and the step-by-step application process.
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Brief Description
Before discussing the details of the Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling Procedure, let’s briefly describe NEET UG 2026:
| Particular | Description |
| Name of Counselling | Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling |
| Conducting Authority | Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board |
| Mode of Counselling | Online |
| Round of Counselling | Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 & Stray Vacancy |
| Type of Counselling Quota | 15% AIQ 85% State Quota |
| No. of Government MBBS Seats in Jharkhand | 855 |
| No. of Private MBBS Seats in Jharkhand | 400 |
| No. of Govt BDS Seats in Jharkhand | 63 |
| No. of Private BDS Seats in Jharkhand | 250 |
| Official Website | https://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in/ |
| Result | 16 July 2026 |
Jharkhand NEET UG Round 1 Counselling Dates State Quota Seats (MBBS & BDS)
| Activity | Earlier Notified Date | Revised Notified Date | Updated Notified Date |
| Last date of Online Registration & Choice Filling for Seat Allotment | 19.08.2026 | 21.08.2026 | 25.08.2026 |
| Editing in filled-up choices, if needed | 20.08.2026 | 21.08.2026 | 25.08.2026 |
| Seat Allotment and Downloading of Provisional Seat Allotment Letter | 22.08.2026 to 28.08.2026 | 23.08.2026 to 28.08.2026 | 27.08.2026 to 05.09.2026 |
| Documents Verification and Admission in the concerned Institute | 23.08.2026 to 28.08.2026 | No Change | 28.08.2026 to 05.09.2026 |
Jharkhand NEET UG Round 1 Counselling Dates All India Quota Seats – MBBS
| Activity | Earlier Notified Date | Revised Notified Date | Updated Notified Date |
| Last date of Online Registration & Choice Filling for Seat Allotment | 20.08.2026 | 21.08.2026 | 25.08.2026 |
| Seat Allotment and Downloading of Provisional Seat Allotment Letter | 22.08.2026 to 28.08.2026 | 23.08.2026 to 28.08.2026 | 27.08.2026 to 05.09.2026 |
| Documents Verification and Admission in the concerned Institute | 23.08.2026 to 28.08.2026 | No Change | 28.08.2026 to 05.09.2026 |
Jharkhand NEET UG Round 1 Counselling Dates All India Quota Seats – BDS
| Activity | Earlier Notified Date | Revised Notified Date | Updated Notified Date |
| Last date of Online Registration & Choice Filling for Seat Allotment | 20.08.2026 | 21.08.2026 | 25.08.2026 |
| Seat Allotment and Downloading of Provisional Seat Allotment Letter | 22.08.2026 to 28.08.2026 | 23.08.2026 to 28.08.2026 | 27.08.2026 to 05.09.2026 |
| Documents Verification and Admission in the concerned Institute | 23.08.2026 to 28.08.2026 | No Change | 28.08.2026 to 05.09.2026 |
Jharkhand NEET UG 2026: Round 1 Counselling Dates PDF
Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Jharkhand NEET UG 2026 Counselling Online Application Forms are invited for preparing the State Merit List for conducting the Counselling for admission in different courses, i.e. MBBS/BDS of Medical Colleges/Institutes of Jharkhand State, from candidates who have qualified NEET (UG) 2026 & fulfilling the following eligibility criteria:
| Criteria | Requirement |
| NEET Qualification | Valid rank in NEET UG 2026 merit list |
| Age Limit | Completed 17 years, or attaining it by 31 December 2026; no upper age limit |
| Educational Qualification | Passed Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology & English individually |
| Minimum Marks | 50% aggregate (Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology) for General/EWS; 40% for SC/ST/OBC (NCL) and PwBD/PwD |
| Quota Type | All India Quota & NRI Quota only (private colleges) |
| NRI Quota | Separate application format; original certificates required at admission |
Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026 Registration & Counselling Fee
The candidate will have to pay the Registration/Application and Counselling Fee through the Payment Gateway by Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI as given below. All fees are non-refundable.
| Category/Quota | Reg./App. Fee | Counselling Fee |
| Unreserved/EWS/BC-I/BC-II/SC/ST (Non-Jharkhand Resident) | Rs. 500 | Rs. 1,000 |
| Unreserved/EWS/BC-I/BC-II (Jharkhand Resident) | Rs. 500 | Rs. 1,000 |
| SC/ST (Jharkhand Resident) | Rs. 250 | Rs. 500 |
| Female Candidate (all categories) | Rs. 250 | Rs. 500 |
| Divyang (all categories) | – | Rs. 500 |
Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026 Security Deposit
Here are the details of Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026 Security Deposit:
| Nature of Institution | Security Deposit (MBBS & BDS) |
| Government | Rs. 20,000 (UR/EWS); Rs. 10,000 (ST/SC/OBC/PWD) |
| Deemed/Private | Rs. 2 Lakh (Medical); Rs. 1 Lakh (Dental) |
| Both (Govt./Private) | Rs. 2 Lakh (Medical); Rs. 1 Lakh (Dental) |
| Stray/Mop-up | Rs. 50,000 |
Security Deposit Terms & Refund Policy
- Security money will be forfeited if admission is not taken after seat allotment in the second round or any subsequent round
- It will not be refunded in case of admission cancellation due to wrong information given at registration, or non-submission of required original certificates at the time of admission
- It will be refunded if the candidate has taken valid admission, or if no seat is allotted at any stage of counselling
- Refunds will be credited to the same account used for payment, within 3 months of the last counselling round
Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling Process 2026
A candidate can visit the JCECEB website to register for NEET UG 2026 Jharkhand Counselling. Below is the step-by-step process:
Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026 Procedure:
- Candidates must check the Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling merit list declared on the official website of JCECEB
- Candidates included in the merit list will have to report for document verification and select their choice of college and course, based on their rank in the merit list
- Seat allotment is published online based on available vacancies and candidate choices
- Candidates who do not get a seat allotted in the first round are eligible to participate in subsequent rounds – 2nd, 3rd, and Stray Vacancy
- Candidates already registered for the merit list do not need to reapply for later rounds; only new candidates need to register again
Jharkhand NEET UG Round-Wise Counselling Dates
JCECEB has released the round-wise schedule for Jharkhand NEET UG 2026 Counselling covering registration, choice filling, seat allotment and admission. Candidates should check the dates below carefully to avoid missing any deadline:
Jharkhand NEET UG Round 1 Counselling Dates
| Activity | Date |
| Online Registration & Choice Filling Starts | 13.08.2026 |
| Online Registration & Choice Filling Ends | 20.08.2026 |
| Seat Allotment & Provisional Letter Download | 22.08.2026 – 28.08.2026 |
| Documents Verification & Admission | 23.08.2026 – 28.08.2026 |
Jharkhand NEET UG Round 2 Counselling Dates
| Activity | Date |
| Application by New Candidates | 25.08.2026 – 28.08.2026 |
| Publication of Merit List | 30.08.2026 |
| Display of Vacant Seat Matrix | 31.08.2026 |
| Choice Filling Starts | 31.08.2026 |
| Choice Filling Ends | 06.09.2026 |
| Provisional Seat Allotment Letter | 08.09.2026 – 14.09.2026 |
| Documents Verification & Admission | 09.09.2026 – 14.09.2026 |
Jharkhand NEET UG Round 3 Counselling Dates
| Activity | Date |
| Application by New Candidates | 11.09.2026 – 13.09.2026 |
| Publication of Merit List | 15.09.2026 |
| Display of Vacant Seat Matrix | 15.09.2026 |
| Choice Filling Starts | 16.09.2026 |
| Choice Filling Ends | 24.09.2026 |
| Provisional Seat Allotment Letter | 26.09.2026 – 01.10.2026 |
| Documents Verification & Admission | 27.09.2026 – 01.10.2026 |
Jharkhand NEET UG Stray Vacancy Round Counselling Dates
| Activity | Date |
| Application by New Candidates | 28.09.2026 – 30.09.2026 |
| Publication of Merit List | 02.10.2026 |
| Display of Vacant Seat Matrix | 02.10.2026 |
| Choice Filling Starts | 03.10.2026 |
| Choice Filling Ends | 04.10.2026 |
| Provisional Seat Allotment Letter | 05.10.2026 – 10.10.2026 |
| Documents Verification & Admission | 06.10.2026 – 10.10.2026 |
How to Apply for Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026
For Merit List Registration:
- Step 1 – Visit Website: Go to jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in
- Step 2 – Click Application Link: Click on “Click here for All Online Application Submission – JCECEB 2026”
- Step 3 – Fill Application Form: Submit the form between 09.08.2026 and 12.08.2026 for inclusion in the Merit List
- Step 4 – Check Merit List: The Merit List will be published on 13.08.2026
For Counselling (Choice Filling & Seat Allotment):
- Step 5 – Click Counselling Link: Click on “Click here for All Online Counselling-2026” on the same website
- Step 6 – Register & Fill Choices: Register (if new) and fill/lock college and course choices as per the round-wise schedule
- Step 7 – Check Seat Allotment: Download the provisional seat allotment letter once issued
- Step 8 – Report to Institute: Complete document verification and admission at the allotted institute within the given window
Note: Candidates who have already applied for the Merit List do not need to reapply for later counselling rounds. Only new candidates need to apply again for Round 2, Round 3, and the Stray Vacancy round.
Documents Required
- 10th Certificate.
- 12th Certificate.
- 12th Mark Sheet.
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card.
- NEET UG 2026 Result/Scorecard.
- Category Certificate (if applicable).
- Domicile Certificate (for Jharkhand candidates only).
- Certificate of Sub Category, If Applicable.
- ID Proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter card etc.)
- Passport size Photograph
- Fee Receipt
Jharkhand Category-wise Seat Reservation Criteria
This section provides detailed information about Jharkhand NEET-UG Counselling 2026 category-wise seat reservation criteria; you can check the seat reservation percentage of general, SC, ST, and OBC categories:
| Category | Seats (%) |
| General Category | 50% |
| Schedule Caste (SC) | 26% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 10% |
| OBC-I | 8% |
| OBC-II | 6% |
Participating Colleges in Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026
Candidates applying for various medical and dental colleges affiliated with the state medical university may find their dream college by knowing everything about it. Click the link below to learn details (Fees, Cut-off, Courses, Affiliation, Ranking, etc.) about the participating colleges:
Government Medical College in Jharkhand
Here is the updated Jharkhand Government Medical College. You can check the complete Govt. The medical Colleges list is mentioned below, and if you want to complete details about the colleges’ list.
| Medical Colleges Name | Year of Inspection of College | Annual Intake (Seats) | Average Fees |
| All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Deoghar | 2019 | 125 | Rs. 5,856/- |
| Dumka Medical College, Dighi Dumka | 2019 | 100 | Rs. 7,500/- |
| Hazaribagh Medical College, Hazaribagh | 2019 | 100 | Rs. 12,050/- |
| MGM Medical College and Hospital, Jamshedpur | 1961 | 150 | Rs. 9,130/- |
| Patliputra Medical College, Dhanbad | 2019 | 100 | Rs. 7,000/- |
| Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Ranchi | 1960 | 180 | Rs. 27,000/- |
| Binod Bihari Mahto Koyalanchal University, Dhanbad | 1969 | 180 | — |
Private Medical College in Jharkhand
Here in this section, we are providing detailed information about Jharkhand Private MBBS Colleges. You can check the complete private MBBS Colleges list mentioned below, and if you want, to complete details about the college list.
| Medical Colleges Name | Management of College | Year of Inspection of College | Annual Intake (Seats) | Average Fees |
| Laxmi Chandravansi Medical College & Hospital | Trust | 2021 | 100 | Rs. 11,25,000/- |
| Manipal Tata Medical College, Jamshedpur | Trust | 2020 | 200 | Rs.16,19,000/- |
Government Dental Colleges in Jharkhand
Here are the updated Best Jharkhand Government Dental Colleges officially made by the Medical Council of India. You can check the complete Government Dental Colleges list mentioned below, and if you want to complete details about the colleges’ list.
| Dental College Name | Year of Inspection of College | Annual Intake (Seats) | Average Fees |
| Dental Institute Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Ranchi | 2002 | 63 | Rs. 27,000/- |
Private Dental Colleges in Jharkhand
Do you know about information Jharkhand Private BDS Colleges? You can check the complete Private BDS Colleges list mentioned below, and if you want to complete details about the college’s list.
| College Name | Establishment Year | Annual Intake (Seats) | Average Fees |
| Awadh Dental College and Hospital, Jamshedpur | 2007-08 | 100 | Rs. 5,00,000/- |
| Vananchal Dental College and Hospital, Garhwal | 2007-08 | 100 | Rs. 2,86,200/- |
| Hazaribagh Colleges of Dental Science and Hospital, Hazaribagh | 2007 | 100 | Rs. 3,40,000/- |
Important Links
Complete details of medical and dental colleges in Jharkhand, NEET UG seat matrix, cutoff trends, and medical college fee structure for admission guidance.
- List of Medical Colleges in Jharkhand
- List of Dental Colleges in Jharkhand
- Jharkhand NEET UG Seat Matrix
- Jharkhand NEET UG Cutoff
- Jharkhand Medical College Fee Structure
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling?
Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling is a process for MBBS/BDS admissions based on NEET scores, conducted by JCECEB for All India Quota and NRI Quota seats in private medical and dental colleges.
Who conducts Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling?
The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) conducts NEET UG counselling for MBBS, BDS and BHMS courses.
How can I apply for Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling?
Candidates must register online on the official JCECEB website, fill the application form, upload documents and pay the registration and counselling fee to apply successfully.
What documents are needed for Jharkhand NEET UG counselling?
Required documents include NEET scorecard, admit card, 10th and 12th certificates, domicile certificate (if applicable), category certificate (if applicable), photo ID and passport-size photographs.
How are seats allotted in Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling?
Seats are allotted based on NEET rank, candidate preferences, seat availability and reservation norms during each counselling round.
Is there a mop-up round in Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling?
Yes, a Stray Vacancy round is conducted after Round 1, 2 and 3 if seats remain vacant, for MBBS and BDS seat allotment.
Do candidates need to reapply for every counselling round?
No. Candidates who have already applied for the Merit List do not need to reapply for subsequent rounds. Only new candidates need to register for Round 2, Round 3 and the Stray Vacancy round.
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