Manipur NEET Counselling 2026: Round 3 Merit List Released, Seat Allotment and Cutoff

Manipur NEET Counselling 2026 is conducted by the Directorate of Health Services (DHS), Manipur, for admission to undergraduate medical and allied health courses through state counselling. The Round 3 provisional merit list was released on October 14, 2026, for NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates. Candidates can check the merit list on the official website at manipurhealthdirectorate.mn.gov.in.

• Round 3 Registration: Registration and choice filling were open from October 8 to October 11, 2026. Eligible candidates who had not participated in previous rounds could register afresh.
• Choice Filling: Candidates who registered in earlier rounds were required to fill fresh choices for Round 3 to be considered for seat allotment.
• Round 3 Merit List: DHS Manipur released the provisional Round 3 merit list on October 14, 2026. The list includes candidates eligible for the next stage of seat allotment.
• Courses and Quotas: Counselling covers MBBS and BDS seats under the 85% state quota in participating government and private colleges across Manipur. Other notified courses and quotas, where applicable, are subject to the official counselling guidelines.
• Seat Allotment: The Round 3 merit list will be used for the seat allotment process based on NEET UG 2026 scores, candidate eligibility, category, preferences, and seat availability. Round 3 is the final regular counselling round before the stray vacancy stage.
• Official Website: Candidates should check the merit list, seat allotment notices, and further counselling updates on the official DHS Manipur website.
• Manipur NEET Counselling 2027: The next counselling cycle is expected to begin after the NEET UG 2027 results are declared by the National Testing Agency (NTA). The registration and allotment schedule will be announced separately.

Candidates should check the Round 3 provisional merit list carefully and regularly visit the official website for seat allotment results, reporting instructions, and stray vacancy round updates.

What is Manipur NEET Counselling 2027?

Manipur NEET Counselling 2027 is the official state-level admission process for MBBS and BDS seats in Manipur. The Directorate of Health Services (DHS), Government of Manipur, conducts this counselling through its dedicated e-counselling portal at manipurmc.mn.gov.in. There is no separate state-level entrance test — your NEET UG 2027 All India Rank (AIR) is the sole criterion for merit. Only candidates who hold a valid Manipur domicile certificate (Permanent Resident Certificate or PRC) are eligible for state quota seats.

The DHS Manipur manages state quota admissions across three government medical colleges and one private medical college. The remaining 15% of government college seats go to the All India Quota (AIQ), which is handled separately by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) at the national level.

Manipur NEET Counselling 2027 fills seats across these categories:

• 85% State Quota MBBS seats in government colleges — RIMS Imphal, JNIMS Porompat, and CMC Churachandpur
• 100% MBBS seats at the private Shija Academy of Health Sciences (SAHS), Imphal
• BDS seats at RIMS Dental College and JNIMS Dental College

Key Facts About Manipur NEET Counselling 2027

Manipur NEET Counselling 2027: Important Dates

The official schedule for Manipur NEET Counselling 2027 has not been released yet. The dates below are expected timelines based on the 2026 counselling cycle. DHS Manipur typically begins Round 1 registration within 3–4 weeks of NEET UG result declaration. The NEET UG 2027 exam is expected in May 2027 under a normal schedule — the 2026 exam was delayed to June 21, 2026 due to the re-exam situation.

Official dates for Manipur NEET Counselling 2027 will be published on manipurmc.mn.gov.in. Check the portal regularly once NEET UG 2027 results are declared.

Source: DHS Manipur — manipurmc.mn.gov.in

Registration Process for Manipur NEET Counselling 2027

The entire Manipur NEET Counselling 2027 registration is done online at manipurmc.mn.gov.in. You do not need to visit any government office. The registration window for each round is short — typically 5–7 days — so you should have all documents ready before it opens.

Step 1: New Registration

• Go to manipurmc.mn.gov.in and click on "Candidate Registration" or "New Registration."
• Enter your NEET UG 2027 Roll Number and Date of Birth to verify your identity.
• Your NEET UG score, rank, and percentile are auto-fetched from the NTA database — you do not need to enter these manually.
• Create a username and password for your account.

Step 2: Select Seat Type

• Choose which seats you want to apply for: Government Quota only, Management/NRI Quota only, or both.
• Selecting both Government + Management/NRI seats widens your choices significantly but carries a higher combined application fee.

Step 3: Fill Application Form

• Enter your personal details, contact information, and Class 12 subject-wise marks.
• Select your domicile and reservation category.
• Upload all required documents (see the Documents Required section below).

Step 4: Pay Application Fee

• Pay the non-refundable application fee and the refundable security deposit online.
• Payment is accepted via net banking, UPI, or debit/credit card.
• Save your payment receipt.

Step 5: Lock and Submit

• Review all your details carefully before submitting.
• Tick the declaration box confirming that all information is accurate.
• Click "Lock and Submit" to finalise your registration — after this, changes are not allowed.
• Download and save your confirmation receipt for future reference.

After registration, DHS publishes a merit list of all eligible candidates based on NEET UG AIR and category rank. Only candidates on the merit list can proceed to choice filling and seat allotment.

Seat Matrix and Medical Colleges in Manipur

Manipur NEET Counselling 2027 covers MBBS seats in four medical colleges and BDS seats in two dental colleges. The total state quota MBBS intake is approximately 469 seats — 319 in three government colleges and 150 at the private SAHS. RIMS Imphal is historically the most sought-after due to its very low annual fee and strong clinical training.

MBBS Colleges in Manipur — Seat Matrix

BDS Colleges in Manipur — Seat Matrix

RIMS Imphal has the tightest cutoff rank in Manipur state quota — its government status and Rs. 7,250 annual fee make it the first choice for most Manipur domicile students. JNIMS has more seats (150 MBBS) so its closing rank extends much deeper. CMC Churachandpur charges the same low fee as RIMS and is a strong option for candidates from the hill districts — its location in Churachandpur also makes it more accessible for hill district students.

SAHS is the only private MBBS college in Manipur. Its annual fee of Rs. 11–12 lakh is significantly higher than government colleges, but it follows the same DHS Manipur counselling process and fills all 150 seats through state quota.

The AIQ seats (15% of government college intake — about 56 seats across RIMS, JNIMS, and CMC) are filled through MCC counselling, open to NEET qualifiers from all over India, and are far more competitive than the state quota closing ranks.

Reservation Policy in Manipur NEET Counselling 2027

Manipur has a unique reservation structure for medical admissions that differs significantly from the national model. The high ST reservation reflects Manipur’s tribal demography — tribal communities constitute a large share of the state’s population, particularly in the hill districts. The SC percentage is very low because few communities in Manipur are notified as Scheduled Castes.

Key points to understand about Manipur’s reservation structure:

• ST reservation (31–34%) is among the highest in India for medical admissions — a constitutional provision driven by Manipur’s demographic reality, where tribal communities form a major portion of the population.
• SC reservation is only 2% because very few communities in Manipur are notified as Scheduled Castes under the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order.
• The hill-valley geography shapes distinct sub-pools: hill district tribal (ST) candidates and valley OBC/General candidates compete in separate reservation streams.
• PwD reservation of 5% is horizontal — it is carved from within each category (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) rather than added on top, so PwD seats come out of each category’s own share.
• All certificates must be issued by Manipur state authorities — certificates from other states do not qualify for any reserved category in state quota.

Fee Structure for Manipur NEET Counselling 2027

You pay two types of fees for Manipur NEET Counselling 2027: a non-refundable application fee to participate, and a refundable security deposit. The college tuition fee is separate and paid directly to the college when you report after allotment.

Counselling Application Fee and Security Deposit

The Rs. 5,000 security deposit is refunded if no seat is allotted to you across all rounds. From Round 2 onward, if a seat is allotted but you do not join, the security deposit is forfeited.

Annual College Tuition Fees

Government college tuition fees in Manipur are among the lowest in India. RIMS and CMC charge just Rs. 7,250 per year — MBBS at these government colleges costs less than many undergraduate courses at private institutions in other states. This affordability is a major reason why state quota seats at RIMS and CMC are highly competitive.

Tips for Manipur NEET Counselling 2027

The Manipur NEET Counselling 2027 registration window is typically just 5–7 days per round. Documents take weeks to arrange, and the portal can be slow near deadlines. Start preparing now so you are not scrambling when counselling opens.

Before Registration Opens

• Get your Manipur PRC in order: If your Permanent Resident Certificate is expired or not yet obtained, apply for it immediately. This is the single most important document for state quota. Start the process months before counselling — government offices take time.
• Arrange all category certificates in advance: SC, ST, OBC, and EWS certificates must come from Manipur state authorities. Apply for them now — they take weeks to obtain and must sometimes be renewed annually.
• Collect all required documents: Gather originals and make three sets of attested photocopies of every document on the required list. You need scanned copies for online registration and originals for college reporting.
• Research every college thoroughly: Know the annual fee, location, hospital patient load, hostel availability, and MD/MS residency placement track of each Manipur college before choice filling begins. Research beforehand prevents rushed decisions during the short choice-filling window.

During Choice Filling

• Fill every eligible choice: Do not limit yourself to 1–2 colleges. Add all government and private college options you are eligible for, ranked in true order of preference. The algorithm picks the best available from your list — more choices always help.
• Think beyond fees: RIMS and CMC charge the same Rs. 7,250 fee, but their locations, clinical exposure (RIMS in Imphal vs. CMC in Churachandpur), and post-MBBS residency culture differ. For hill district students, CMC may offer a more comfortable environment.
• Plan your Float strategy carefully: Freeze if you get your first or second preference. Float only if your allotted seat is clearly below your target and a realistic upgrade is possible based on remaining seat data.

After Allotment

• Report immediately — do not delay: The reporting window is typically only 3–5 days. Missing it forfeits your seat permanently. Book travel to the college as soon as you get your allotment letter.
• Monitor the portal daily: All schedule updates, allotment letters, and notices appear first on manipurmc.mn.gov.in. Check it every day during the active counselling period.
• Keep fee payment ready: You pay first-year college tuition when you report. Check in advance whether the college requires a Demand Draft or accepts UPI, and arrange the exact amount before travelling.