The Directorate of Health Services, Government of Manipur, will conduct the Manipur NEET UG Counselling 2026 for admission to MBBS and BDS programmes in the state. Only candidates who qualify NEET (UG) 2026 will be eligible to participate in the counselling process, and admissions will be granted strictly based on the NEET UG 2026 scorecard. All government and private medical and dental colleges in Manipur will accept NEET-UG scores for seat allotment for the 2026 academic session.
This article provides complete and updated information on Manipur NEET UG Counselling 2026, covering important dates, online registration, the counselling process, eligibility criteria, participating institutes, merit list, seat allotment, required documents, category-wise reservation, and cutoff details. For a detailed understanding, candidates can also download the Manipur NEET UG Counselling Guide eBook 2026.
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Brief Description
Before discussing the complete details of the Manipur NEET 2026 Counselling Procedure, let’s briefly describe NEET 2026:
| Particular | Details |
| Counselling Name | Manipur NEET UG Counselling |
| Effective Entrance Exam | NEET UG Conducted by the NTA. |
| Counselling Conducting Authority | Directorate of Health Services, Government of Manipur |
| No. Of Counselling rounds | Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 & Stray Vacancy |
| Mode of Counselling | Online |
| Eligibility Criteria | Must qualify NEET 2026 and Manipur domicile for 85% State Quota seat |
| No. of Government MBBS Seats in Manipur | 375 |
| No. of Private MBBS Seats in Manipur | 150 |
| No. of Government BDS Seats in Manipur | 100 |
| No. of Private BDS Seats in Manipur | N/A |
| Official Website | https://manipurhealthdirectorate.mn.gov.in/ |
Manipur NEET UG Round 1 Counselling Dates
Here is the Round 1 schedule for the Manipur NEET UG Counselling 2026:
| S. No. | Event | Tentative Dates |
| 1 | Release of Prospectus & Start of Online Registration | 1st Week of July 2026 |
| 2 | Last Date for Online Registration | 3rd Week of July 2026 |
| 3 | Last Date for Fee Payment | 3rd Week of July 2026 |
| 4 | Last Date for Application Form Correction | 3rd Week of July 2026 |
| 5 | Release of Provisional State Merit List | 4th Week of July 2026 |
| 6 | Objections to Provisional Merit List | 4th Week of July 2026 |
| 7 | Release of Final State Merit List | 1st Week of August 2026 |
| 8 | Choice Filling & Locking (Round 1) | 1st Week of August 2026 |
| 9 | Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | 2nd Week of August 2026 |
| 10 | Reporting to Allotted College | 2nd–3rd Week of August 2026 |
Manipur NEET UG Round 2 Counselling Dates
Here is the Round 2 schedule for the Manipur NEET UG Counselling 2026:
| S. No. | Event | Tentative Dates |
| 1 | Opening of Round 2 Registration / Option Entry | 4th Week of August 2026 |
| 2 | Last Date for Option Entry (Round 2) | 4th Week of August 2026 |
| 3 | Publication of Vacancy List (After Round 1) | 4th Week of August 2026 |
| 4 | Round 2 Seat Allotment Result | 1st Week of September 2026 |
| 5 | Reporting to Allotted College (Round 2) | 1st–2nd Week of September 2026 |
| 6 | Surrender / Cancellation of Seats | 2nd Week of September 2026 |
| 7 | Publication of Vacancies for Mop-Up Round | 2nd Week of September 2026 |
Manipur NEET UG Counselling Eligibility Criteria
- The applying seekers should have qualified for the NEET Entrance Examination.
- Aspirants must have a domicile of Manipur.
- The applying seekers must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Biotechnology, and English are compulsory subjects with a minimum of 50% marks. 40% marks are required for SC/ST category candidates and 45% for Physically Handicapped candidates.
- Age Criteria: The candidate should have completed 17 years as of 31-12-2026.
- Any eligible candidate or his/her authorised attendant who is absent from the previous counselling shall not be allowed to attend the subsequent counselling.
- Eligible candidate or his/her authorised attendant should produce all the necessary original certificates at the time of counselling, failing which his or her right to get a seat will be forfeited and a chance will be given to the next eligible candidate. No claim shall be entertained later on.
- The Roster Point of 200 and the existing reservation policy of the Government of Manipur shall be adopted in the allotment of available seats.
- The filled-up application Form should be submitted to the Directorate of Health Services on or before the last submission date along with the necessary fees (cash only).
Manipur NEET UG Counselling Application Form Fees
| Category | Registration Fee |
| General / OBC | ₹2,000 |
| SC / ST | ₹1,500 |
Manipur NEET UG Counselling
A candidate can visit the Directorate of Health Services official portal, Government of Manipur, to register for NEET 2026 Manipur State Counselling:
Manipur NEET Counselling Process
- The state counselling conducted authority prepares the state merit list based on which applicants are called for counselling.
- The seats will be allotted to the applicants according to their rank in the NEET exam.
- The seats will be provided after the applicants’ choice and displayed on the official website on a specified schedule.
- Applicants will be allowed for the fill and locking process after verifying all required documents.
- Then you must report to the allotted college for admission within the prescribed date and time.
Selection Procedure
- The Exam conducting authority will make the merit list of the selected candidates for admission after the NEET State Counselling.
- Admission Seekers will be selected based on their rank obtained and choice filled during counselling.
- Admission Seekers must report to the allotted college for admission and all required documents.
- If any student fails to report to the allotted college within the given time, the seat of this candidate will be forfeited.
How to Apply
- Visit Official Website: Go to http://www.manipurhealthdirectorate.in.
- New Registration: Click on the “New Registration” link to begin.
- Fill Personal Details: Complete and verify your personal details after account activation.
- Upload Documents: Upload a recent passport-size photo (with placard showing name and date) and your full signature in both Hindi and English (not in capital letters).
- Enter Educational Info: Provide your academic details and proceed.
- Pay Counselling Fee:
- Offline (Bank Challan/NEFT): Download and print the challan, then pay at any bank before the deadline.
- Online: Pay using Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking (processing fee applicable).
Manipur MBBS Reservation
| Category | Reservation |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31% |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2% |
| Other Backward Category (Non-Creamy Layer) | 17% |
Documents Required
- 10th Certificate
- 12th Certificate
- NEET UG Admit Card 2026
- NEET UG Result/Scorecard 2026
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate (for Manipur candidates only)
- Certificate of Sub Category, If Applicable
- ID Proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter card etc)
Participating Colleges
This section provides detailed information about Manipur NEET UG counselling participating Medical & Dental Colleges listed with the affiliated university & establishment Year. To learn details (Fees, Cut-off, Courses, Affiliation, Ranking etc.) about the participating colleges, click the link below:
List of Govt Medical Colleges in Manipur
| Name of College | Establishment Year | Fees | Annual Intake (Seats) |
| Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences, Imphal | 2010 | Rs.45,700/- | 150 |
| Regional Institute of Medical Science, Imphal | 1972 | Rs.11,500/- | 125 |
List of Private Medical Colleges in Manipur
| Name of College | Establishment Year | Fees | Annual Intake (Seats) |
| Shija Academy of Health Sciences Imphal | 2021 | ₹5,00,000/- | 150 |
Manipur Government BDS Colleges
| Name of College | Establishment Year | Fees | Annual Intake (Seats) |
| Regional Institute of Dental College, Imphal | 2013 | ₹26,000/- | 50 |
| Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Dental Sciences, Imphal | 2017-18 | Rs.26,000/- | 50 |
Useful Resources
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Manipur NEET UG Counselling?
It is the process of admission to MBBS/BDS courses in Manipur through NEET-UG scores.
Who conducts Manipur NEET UG Counselling?
The Directorate of Health Services (DHS), Government of Manipur conducts the counselling.
How can I apply for Manipur NEET UG Counselling?
You can apply by registering online on the official DHS Manipur website when the registration window opens.
What documents are needed for counselling?
You need NEET admit card, scorecard, 10th & 12th mark sheets, domicile, and ID proof, among others.
How are seats allotted in Manipur NEET UG Counselling?
Seats are allotted based on NEET rank, preferences filled, reservation, and seat availability.
How many counselling rounds are there in Manipur NEET?
There are usually two rounds followed by a mop-up round if seats remain vacant.
Can the candidates from outside the states participate in shija academy medical college counselling?