| Updated On - Aug 11, 2026
JCECEB has opened Jharkhand NEET UG 2026 counselling registration for MBBS BDS and BHMS admissions on jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in. The last date to apply is August 11 by 3 PM and the merit list is out on August 12.
The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has opened counselling registration. Candidates can apply for Jharkhand National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2026 counselling online now. The last date is August 11, 2026 by 3 PM.
Registration is hosted on the official portal at jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in. This counselling covers MBBS, BDS, and BHMS seats in Jharkhand.
Jharkhand NEET UG 2026 Important Dates
The counselling will be conducted in four rounds. Below is the complete schedule released by JCECEB.
| Event | Dates |
| Online application (registration) | August 7 to 11, 2026 (till 3 PM) |
| State merit list release | August 12, 2026 |
| Round 1 choice filling | August 13 to 19, 2026 |
| Round 1 seat allotment | August 22 to 28, 2026 |
| Round 1 reporting and verification | August 23 to 28, 2026 |
| Round 2 application | August 25 to 27, 2026 |
| Round 2 merit list | August 30, 2026 |
| Round 2 choice filling deadline | September 6, 2026 |
| Round 2 seat allotment and admission | September 8 to 14, 2026 |
| Round 3 application | September 11 to 12, 2026 |
| Round 3 merit list and seat matrix | September 15, 2026 |
| Round 3 choice filling | September 16 to 23, 2026 |
| Round 3 seat allotment | September 26 to October 1, 2026 |
| Round 3 document verification | September 27 to October 1, 2026 |
| Stray Vacancy application | September 28 to 29, 2026 |
| Stray Vacancy seat allotment | October 5 to 10, 2026 |
| Stray Vacancy reporting deadline | October 10, 2026 |
Check Here: Jharkhand NEET UG 2026 Counselling Complete Schedule PDF
Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026 Fees
The registration fee varies by candidate category. Payment is made online through the JCECEB portal during registration.
| Category | Registration Fee |
| General / EWS / BC-I / BC-II | Rs 1,000 |
| SC / ST / Women | Rs 500 |
| Divyang candidates | Rs 500 |
Security Deposit at Admission
Candidates must also pay a security deposit at the time of admission. The amount depends on the college type and category.
| College Type | Security Deposit |
|---|---|
| Government college (General / EWS) | Rs 20,000 |
| Government college (SC / ST / OBC / PwD) | Rs 10,000 |
| Private medical college | Rs 2,00,000 |
| Private dental college | Rs 1,00,000 |
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
Candidates must have qualified NEET UG 2026 to register for counselling. They must also hold Indian citizenship and a valid Jharkhand domicile certificate.
The minimum age is 17 years as on December 31, 2026. Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
General and EWS candidates need at least 50 percent aggregate marks. SC and ST candidates need at least 40 percent marks. The same 40 percent limit applies to BC-I, BC-II, and PwBD candidates.
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How to Apply for Jharkhand NEET UG 2026 Counselling?
The registration is done fully online through the JCECEB portal. Follow these steps carefully to complete your application on time.
- Visit the official website at jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in.
- Click on the NEET UG 2026 counselling registration link.
- Register using your NEET UG 2026 roll number and details.
- Fill the application form with personal and academic information.
- Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the registration fee online through the payment gateway.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for records.
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This counselling fills the 85 percent state quota seats across Jharkhand. These cover government and private medical, dental, and homoeopathy colleges. Missing this window means losing state quota admissions this year.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Register on jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in before August 11 at 3 PM.
- Keep your NEET UG 2026 scorecard and rank card ready.
- Arrange your Jharkhand domicile and category certificates in advance.
- Pay the correct registration fee online for your category.
- Watch for the merit list on August 12 and start choice filling from August 13.
The state merit list drops on August 12, 2026. Round 1 choice filling then starts on August 13. Track jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in daily for updates.
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