Puducherry Releases NEET UG State Merit List for 2026–27 Academic Year: PDF Download, Counselling Process, MBBS Admission & Next Steps
The Government of Puducherry, through the Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), has officially released the NEET UG State Merit List 2026–27 for candidates seeking admission to MBBS, BDS and other undergraduate medical courses under the Puducherry State Quota. Candidates who registered for the state counselling process can now check their state merit rank by downloading the official merit list PDF available on the CENTAC and Health Department portals. The merit list forms the basis for the upcoming state quota counselling for admissions to government and participating private medical and dental colleges in the Union Territory.
The publication of the merit list does not confirm admission. It only determines a candidate's eligibility and order of consideration during the counselling process. Candidates whose names appear in the merit list must participate in online choice filling, seat allotment, document verification and admission reporting according to the counselling schedule to be announced by CENTAC.
Puducherry NEET UG Merit List 2026 Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Admission Authority | Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), Puducherry |
| Academic Session | 2026–27 |
| Admission Basis | NEET UG 2026 |
| Merit List Status | Released |
| Courses | MBBS, BDS and Allied Medical Courses |
| Admission Mode | Online Counselling |
| Quota | Puducherry State Quota |
| Merit List Format |
Merit List Released
Candidates can now access:
State Merit Rank.
NEET Roll Number.
Candidate Name.
Category.
Eligibility Status.
Counselling Eligibility.
Only candidates included in the published state merit list will be considered for the state quota counselling process.
How to Download the Puducherry NEET UG Merit List
Candidates should follow these steps:
Visit the official CENTAC admission portal.
Open the UG NEET 2026 section.
Click on State Merit List 2026–27.
Download the PDF.
Search your name or NEET roll number using Ctrl + F.
Save the merit list for future counselling reference.
What Happens After the Merit List?
After the publication of the merit list, CENTAC will conduct the admission process through:
Online Registration Verification.
Choice Filling.
Choice Locking.
Round 1 Seat Allotment.
Fee Payment.
Document Verification.
Reporting to the Allotted College.
Round 2 Counselling.
Mop-Up Round (if required).
Candidates should regularly monitor the official counselling portal for the detailed schedule and seat allotment notifications.
Colleges Participating in Puducherry NEET Counselling
Admissions are expected to be offered to eligible candidates in institutions such as:
Indira Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute (IGMCRI)
Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute
Sri Lakshmi Narayana Institute of Medical Sciences
Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences
Aarupadai Veedu Medical College
Sri Manakula Vinayagar Medical College & Hospital
Vinayaka Missions Medical College (Karaikal)
Seat allocation will depend on merit rank, category, reservation policy and seat availability.
How Was the Merit List Prepared?
The state merit list has been prepared using:
NEET UG 2026 Score.
All India Rank.
Eligibility conditions prescribed by CENTAC.
Reservation policy.
Candidate registration details.
Verification of submitted information.
Documents Required for Counselling
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
NEET UG 2026 Scorecard.
NEET Admit Card.
Class 10 Certificate.
Class 12 Marksheet.
Transfer Certificate.
Migration Certificate (if applicable).
Community Certificate.
EWS Certificate (if applicable).
PwBD Certificate (if applicable).
Puducherry Residence/Nativity Certificate (where applicable).
Aadhaar Card.
Passport-size Photographs.
Original documents will be verified during the admission process.
Seat Allotment Process
Seat allotment will be based on:
State Merit Rank.
NEET Score.
Reservation Category.
Candidate Preferences.
Seat Availability.
Applicable Quota.
Candidates receiving an allotment must complete fee payment and reporting within the prescribed deadline.
Who Is Eligible for State Quota?
Generally, candidates must:
Qualify NEET UG 2026.
Register with CENTAC.
Meet Puducherry eligibility and domicile/nativity requirements wherever applicable.
Fulfil the academic eligibility criteria prescribed for MBBS and BDS admissions.
Detailed eligibility varies depending on the applicable reservation or quota category.
Common Mistakes Candidates Should Avoid
Assuming inclusion in the merit list guarantees admission.
Missing the counselling registration or choice-filling deadlines.
Uploading incomplete documents.
Not checking the counselling schedule regularly.
Filling only a few college preferences.
Ignoring later counselling rounds if not allotted a seat initially.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has the Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List 2026–27 been released?
Yes. The Government of Puducherry has published the State Merit List for MBBS and BDS admissions for the 2026–27 academic session.
Where can candidates download the merit list?
Candidates can download the PDF from the official CENTAC portal under the UG NEET 2026 section.
Does inclusion in the merit list guarantee admission?
No. Admission depends on counselling participation, seat availability, category, preferences and the candidate's merit rank.
What is the next step after the merit list?
Eligible candidates must participate in the online counselling process, including choice filling, seat allotment and document verification.
Can candidates who are not allotted a seat in Round 1 participate in later rounds?
Yes. Subject to the counselling rules, eligible candidates can participate in subsequent rounds if seats remain vacant.
Final Update
The release of the Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List 2026–27 marks the beginning of the state medical admission process for MBBS and BDS aspirants. Candidates should immediately verify their merit rank, keep all required documents ready and closely follow the counselling schedule announced by CENTAC. Since seat allotment depends on NEET merit, reservation, college preferences and seat availability, participating in every counselling round and completing all admission formalities within the stipulated deadlines will be essential for securing a medical seat in the 2026–27 academic session.
