The publication of the merit list is one of the most important stages in the admission process as it identifies candidates who are eligible to participate in online counselling based on their NEET UG 2026 scores, reservation criteria, domicile status and other eligibility conditions prescribed by CENTAC.

State Merit List Available on Official CENTAC Portal

Candidates can access the Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List through the official CENTAC admission portal. The merit list has been prepared after scrutinising applications received from eligible NEET-qualified candidates seeking admission under various categories of seats available in government and private medical institutions in Puducherry.

The merit list includes essential candidate information such as:

• Candidate Name

• Application Number

• NEET UG 2026 Roll Number

• NEET Score

• All India Rank (AIR)

• State Merit Rank

• Category

• Reservation Status

• Eligibility Status

These details will be used during the counselling and seat allocation process.

Admission Through CENTAC

The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC) conducts admissions to professional courses in the Union Territory of Puducherry. For NEET UG admissions, CENTAC prepares the state merit list based on candidates' NEET scores and the eligibility conditions specified in the admission brochure.

Admissions will be offered to eligible candidates for various programmes including:

• MBBS

• BDS

• Other NEET-based health science courses wherever applicable under the CENTAC admission process.

The counselling process covers Government Quota seats as well as eligible seats in participating institutions in accordance with Government of Puducherry admission rules.

How the Merit List Has Been Prepared

The merit ranking has been prepared primarily on the basis of:

• Performance in NEET UG 2026.

• Eligibility criteria prescribed by CENTAC.

• Verification of documents submitted during registration.

• Reservation policies applicable in the Union Territory.

• Domicile and category norms wherever applicable.

Candidates are advised to verify every detail mentioned in the merit list carefully. In case of discrepancies, they should immediately contact the CENTAC authorities through the official helpdesk before counselling begins.

What Happens After the Merit List?

With the publication of the state merit list, the admission process now moves towards online counselling. Eligible candidates whose names appear in the merit list will be invited to participate in counselling according to the official schedule announced by CENTAC.

The counselling process is expected to include:

• Publication of counselling schedule.

• Online choice filling.

• Choice locking.

• Seat allotment.

• Document verification.

• Fee payment.

• Reporting to the allotted institution.

• Admission confirmation.

Seat allotment will be made strictly on the basis of:

• State Merit Rank.

• Candidate preferences.

• Reservation policy.

• Availability of seats.

Candidates should regularly monitor the official CENTAC portal for counselling notifications and important announcements.

Documents Required During Counselling

Candidates should keep the following documents ready for verification during counselling:

• NEET UG 2026 Admit Card.

• NEET UG 2026 Score Card.

• CENTAC Application Form.

• State Merit List details.

• Class 10 Certificate.

• Class 12 Mark Sheet.

• Transfer Certificate.

• Conduct Certificate.

• Community Certificate (if applicable).

• Residence/Domicile Certificate.

• Income Certificate (where applicable).

• PwD Certificate (if applicable).

• Passport-size photographs.

• Valid Photo Identity Proof.

• Any additional documents specified by CENTAC.

Original documents along with photocopies may be required at the time of admission.

How to Check Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List 2026

Candidates can follow these steps:

1.    Visit the official CENTAC admission portal.

2.    Click on the NEET UG 2026 Admissions section.

3.    Open the State Merit List 2026 link.

4.    Download the PDF merit list.

5.    Search using the application number or candidate name.

6.    Verify the state merit rank and other details.

7.    Save and print the merit list for future counselling.

Important Instructions for Candidates

Candidates should remember that inclusion in the state merit list does not guarantee admission. Final admission will depend upon:

• Successful participation in counselling.

• Availability of seats.

• Verification of original documents.

• Fulfilment of eligibility conditions.

• Payment of prescribed admission fees.

Applicants should also ensure that they complete every counselling step within the stipulated deadlines, as failure to do so may result in forfeiture of their candidature for that round.

Counselling to Begin Soon

Following the release of the state merit list, CENTAC is expected to announce the detailed counselling calendar, including registration confirmation, choice filling dates, seat allotment schedule and reporting deadlines. Candidates are advised to remain updated through the official CENTAC website to avoid missing any important event in the admission process.