The brochure is an essential reference document for every NEET-qualified candidate applying under the Puducherry counselling process. It outlines the complete admission schedule and the responsibilities of applicants during every stage of the counselling process.

Admissions Based Entirely on NEET UG 2026

Admission to all UG medical courses covered under CENTAC will be made strictly on the basis of NEET UG 2026 merit and eligibility. Candidates must possess a valid NEET score and satisfy the eligibility conditions prescribed by the National Medical Commission (NMC), National Testing Agency (NTA), Veterinary Council of India (VCI), and other concerned regulatory bodies, wherever applicable.

The counselling process covers admissions to courses including:

• MBBS

• BDS

• BAMS

• BVSc & AH

• Other NEET-based professional programmes notified by CENTAC

Who Can Apply?

According to the information brochure, candidates seeking admission must satisfy the prescribed academic qualifications and NEET eligibility criteria. Applicants should have completed Class 12 or its equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English from a recognised board.

Candidates must also fulfil domicile or residence requirements wherever applicable for seats reserved under the Puducherry quota, while separate provisions are available for other categories such as management, NRI, self-supporting and other notified quotas depending on the course and institution.

Online Registration Process

Candidates are required to submit their applications through the official CENTAC online admission portal. During registration, applicants must:

• Complete personal and academic details.

• Enter NEET UG 2026 information accurately.

• Upload prescribed certificates and supporting documents.

• Pay the applicable application fee.

• Verify all submitted information before final submission.

CENTAC has advised candidates to carefully read every instruction mentioned in the brochure before completing the online application to avoid rejection due to incorrect information or incomplete documentation

Merit List Preparation

The merit list will be prepared primarily on the basis of NEET UG 2026 rank and score. Separate merit lists may be published depending on different reservation categories and admission quotas.

Candidates should regularly monitor the official CENTAC website for publication of:

• Provisional merit list

• Final merit list

• Counselling notifications

• Seat matrix

• Allotment results

• Important corrigenda and notices

CENTAC has clarified that objections, if any, regarding the provisional merit list must be submitted within the stipulated period.

Counselling and Choice Filling

Eligible candidates included in the merit list will participate in the online counselling process.

The counselling procedure generally involves:

• Online choice filling of colleges and courses.

• Locking of preferences.

• Seat allotment based on merit, reservation, preferences and seat availability.

• Downloading allotment orders.

• Reporting to the allotted institution within the prescribed timeline.

• Verification of original documents.

• Payment of admission fees.

Failure to report within the stipulated period may result in cancellation of the allotted seat according to the counselling rules.

Reservation Policy

The brochure provides detailed information regarding reservation applicable under various categories notified by the Government of Puducherry.

These include reservations for eligible candidates under different constitutional and statutory categories, including provisions for:

• Scheduled Castes

• Scheduled Tribes

• Other Backward Classes

• Economically Weaker Sections

• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities

• Other special categories notified by the Government

Candidates claiming reservation benefits must produce valid supporting certificates issued by competent authorities.

Document Verification

Applicants must keep the following documents ready during counselling and admission:

• NEET UG 2026 Score Card

• NEET Admit Card

• Class 10 Certificate

• Class 12 Mark Sheet

• Transfer Certificate

• Conduct Certificate

• Residence/Domicile Certificate (where applicable)

• Community Certificate

• EWS Certificate (if applicable)

• PwBD Certificate (if applicable)

• Identity Proof

• Passport-size Photographs

• Other certificates specified in the brochure

Original documents will be verified before final admission.

Seat Allotment Rules

Seat allotment will depend upon multiple factors including:

• NEET UG merit rank

• Candidate category

• Reservation policy

• Choices filled by the candidate

• Availability of seats

• Eligibility under specific quotas

Candidates who receive allotment must complete admission formalities within the specified deadline to retain their seats. Vacant seats arising after each round may be filled in subsequent counselling rounds according to CENTAC guidelines.

Important Instructions for Candidates

The brochure advises candidates to:

• Read every clause of the brochure carefully.

• Upload only genuine documents.

• Ensure correct NEET details are entered.

• Keep registered mobile number and email active.

• Track all announcements on the CENTAC portal.

• Follow counselling deadlines strictly.

• Preserve copies of application forms and payment receipts.

Providing false information or forged certificates may lead to cancellation of candidature and further legal action.

Official Advisory

CENTAC has reiterated that all counselling notifications, merit lists, seat matrices, corrigenda, counselling schedules and allotment orders will be published only through the official admission portal. Candidates are advised not to rely on unofficial sources for admission updates and to regularly check the website for the latest announcements.