The NEET UG 2026 re-exam for Manipur students is set for June 21, 2026, pushing the Manipur state counselling registration window to at least late July 2026.
The Manipur Health Directorate cannot publish the state merit list until NTA releases re-exam scores. Students planning to register for Manipur MBBS and BDS state quota seats must track two key dates: the NTA re-exam result (expected early July 2026) and the Directorate’s registration notification (expected late July 2026). Here is a complete breakdown of the timeline shift and what you need to do next.
- NEET UG 2026 Manipur re-exam date: June 21, 2026
- Re-exam result expected: early July 2026 (approximately 10 to 15 days after the exam)
- Manipur state merit list expected: mid-July 2026 (based on 2024-25 trends)
- Counselling registration expected to open: late July to early August 2026
- Students who sat the June 21 re-exam will have their re-exam score used for the state merit list
- Official counselling portal: manipurhealthdirectorate.mn.gov.in
| Direct Link — Manipur NEET UG 2026 Counselling Portal (CHECK OFFICIAL SITE) manipurhealthdirectorate.mn.gov.in |
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Why Was a Re-Exam Held in Manipur for NEET UG 2026?
NTA conducted NEET UG 2026 nationwide on May 4, 2026. Due to the ongoing security situation in parts of Manipur, students at certain affected exam centres could not appear under normal conditions. NTA scheduled a dedicated re-exam for these students on June 21, 2026. This follows the precedent set in 2023 and 2024, when Manipur students were granted a separate exam window because of disruptions linked to the state’s ethnic conflict.
Students who appeared in the June 21 re-exam will be ranked using their re-exam score for Manipur state counselling purposes. Students from Manipur who appeared in the May 4 main exam at unaffected centres will be ranked using their May 4 score. Both groups are eligible for Manipur state quota MBBS and BDS counselling once the process opens.
How the June 21 Re-Exam Shifts Manipur State Counselling Dates
The delay in results for re-exam students creates a step-by-step cascade on the Manipur counselling calendar:
- NTA needs approximately 10 to 15 days after the exam to release individual results and scorecards.
- The Manipur Health Directorate must receive NTA-verified scores before it can compile the state merit list.
- Online registration can only open after the merit list is published and verified by the Directorate.
- This pushes registration to at least late July 2026, roughly six to eight weeks later than states where only the May 4 exam was held.
In 2024, Manipur state NEET counselling registration opened in the first week of August following a comparable re-exam delay. The 2026 schedule is expected to follow a similar pattern. The Manipur Health Directorate has not released official counselling dates as of June 2026; bookmark manipurhealthdirectorate.mn.gov.in for the official notification.
Expected Manipur NEET UG 2026 Counselling Registration Timeline
All dates below are expected timelines based on 2024-25 trends and the confirmed June 21 re-exam date. Official dates are yet to be announced by the Manipur Health Directorate.
| Event | Expected Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam (Manipur) | June 21, 2026 |
| Re-Exam Result and Scorecard Release | Early July 2026 (approx. July 1 to 7) |
| Manipur State Merit List Publication | Mid-July 2026 (approx. July 10 to 18) |
| Manipur NEET Counselling Official Notification | Late July 2026 (approx. July 18 to 25) |
| Online Registration Portal Opens | Late July to Early August 2026 |
| Choice Filling and Locking | August 2026 (exact dates TBA) |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | August 2026 (exact dates TBA) |
How to Register for Manipur NEET UG 2026 Counselling
Once the Manipur Health Directorate activates the registration link, follow these steps to apply for state quota MBBS and BDS seats:
- Visit manipurhealthdirectorate.mn.gov.in and click the NEET UG 2026 Counselling Registration link when it goes live.
- Enter your NEET UG 2026 Roll Number, date of birth, and registered mobile number to create your login.
- Fill in personal details including category, domicile status, and preferred medical colleges in order of preference.
- Upload scanned copies of all required documents (see the table below).
- Pay the non-refundable registration fee online via debit card, credit card, or net banking.
- Submit your application and download the confirmation slip for future reference.
After registration closes, the Directorate will verify documents and publish a provisional merit list. Students can raise objections during the designated window before the final list is released and counselling rounds begin.
Documents Required for Manipur NEET Counselling Registration
Keep the following documents ready in digital format before the registration portal opens:
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| NEET UG 2026 Admit Card | Identity and roll number verification |
| NEET UG 2026 Scorecard | Re-exam scorecard for June 21 students; May 4 scorecard for all others |
| Class 10 Certificate and Marksheet | Date of birth proof |
| Class 12 Certificate and Marksheet | Physics, Chemistry, and Biology scores required |
| Manipur Domicile or ILP Certificate | Mandatory for state quota eligibility |
| Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC if applicable) | Must be issued by a competent authority in Manipur |
| Passport-size Photographs | Recent, white background, matching your NEET UG application photo |
| Aadhaar Card or Government Photo ID | Any valid government-issued identity document |
Students who appeared in the June 21 re-exam must ensure their re-exam scorecard is downloaded from the NTA portal and ready before Manipur registration opens. Do not submit the May 4 scorecard if you appeared in the Manipur re-exam on June 21.
NEET UG 2026 Manipur Counselling FAQs
Ques. When will Manipur NEET UG 2026 counselling registration start?
Ans. Based on 2024-25 trends and the June 21 re-exam date, Manipur NEET UG 2026 counselling registration is expected to open in late July to early August 2026. Official dates will be published on manipurhealthdirectorate.mn.gov.in once the Directorate issues its notification.
Ques. Will the June 21 re-exam score be used for the Manipur state merit list?
Ans. Yes. Students who appeared in the June 21 NEET UG 2026 re-exam in Manipur will have their re-exam score used to generate the Manipur state merit list. The May 4 main exam score will not be considered for these students.
Ques. Can Manipur students who appeared on May 4 also register for state counselling?
Ans. Yes. Manipur domicile students who appeared at unaffected exam centres on May 4 are eligible for state quota counselling using their May 4 score. Both groups will be ranked together on the Manipur state merit list.
Ques. Where will the official Manipur NEET UG 2026 counselling notification be published?
Ans. All official notifications, registration links, and merit lists will be published on manipurhealthdirectorate.mn.gov.in. Bookmark the page and check it daily once the re-exam result is out in early July 2026.
Ques. Is a domicile or ILP certificate mandatory for Manipur state NEET counselling?
Ans. Yes. A valid Manipur domicile certificate or Inner Line Permit (ILP) is mandatory to claim state quota MBBS and BDS seats in Manipur. You must upload this document during the online registration process.
Ques. What happens if I miss the Manipur NEET UG 2026 counselling registration deadline?
Ans. Students who miss the registration deadline cannot participate in that round of counselling. There is no provision for late registration. Monitor manipurhealthdirectorate.mn.gov.in daily once the re-exam result is published to ensure you do not miss the window.
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