The Directorate of Medical Education, Assam, has released the official schedule and provisional merit list for the first round of online counselling under the Assam State Quota for NEET-PG 2026. This counselling round covers 50% of postgraduate seats across Government Medical Colleges in Assam and B.B.C.I., Guwahati. If you have cleared NEET-PG 2026, met the required cut-off percentile, and your name appears on the state provisional merit list (which includes incentive marks), you must now follow a strict timeline to secure your seat. Missing any deadline could result in forfeiture of your counselling opportunity.
Assam NEET-PG aspirants must register online between October 21–25, 2026, fill choices by October 28, and report to their allotted college by November 9–10 to confirm admission.
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To participate in this counselling round, you must have appeared in NEET-PG 2026 and achieved a score at or above the cut-off percentile set by the Assam DME. Your name and roll number must appear in the state provisional merit list published on the Directorate's official website after the inclusion of incentive marks (such as state domicile bonus or other applicable weightage).
The 50% state quota seats being filled in this round are distributed across Government Medical Colleges in Assam and B.B.C.I., Guwahati. These seats are reserved for candidates who meet Assam's eligibility criteria, typically including domicile or other state-specific requirements. Check the official merit list carefully to confirm your eligibility before proceeding with registration.
NEET-PG Assam Counselling Round 1 Registration: October 21–25, 2026
Online registration for the first round opens on October 21, 2026, and closes on October 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM. This is a critical window—do not delay. You will need to log in to the Assam DME counselling portal using your NEET-PG roll number and other credentials and complete your registration form.
During registration, you will be asked to verify your personal details, academic qualifications, and eligibility status. Ensure all information is accurate, as errors at this stage can lead to complications during seat allotment. Once you submit your registration, you will receive a confirmation. Keep this confirmation safe; you will need it for subsequent steps.
- Registration window: October 21–25, 2026 (11:59 PM deadline)
- Portal: Assam DME official website
- Required: NEET-PG roll number and login credentials
- Verify all personal and academic details before submission
Choice Filling and Locking: October 26–28, 2026
After registration closes, the choice-filling window opens on October 26, 2026, and remains open until October 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM. During this period, you will rank the available postgraduate courses and colleges in order of your preference. This is where strategy matters: list your choices in the order you genuinely prefer them, as the allotment algorithm will attempt to match you to your highest-ranked available option.
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On October 28, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 11:55 PM, you can lock your choices. Locking confirms your final preference list and prevents accidental changes. If you do not manually lock your choices by 11:55 PM, the system will automatically lock them. Once locked, you cannot modify your choices, so review carefully before locking.
- Choice filling: October 26–28, 2026 (5:00 PM deadline)
- Rank courses and colleges in order of preference
- Manual locking: October 28, 2026 (4:00 PM–11:55 PM)
- Auto-lock at 11:55 PM if not locked manually
- No changes allowed after locking
Seat Allotment Processing and Results: October 29–November 2, 2026
After the choice-locking deadline, the Assam DME will process seat allotments from October 29 to October 31, 2026. During this period, the counselling authority runs the allotment algorithm, which matches candidates to seats based on their merit rank, choice order, and seat availability. You cannot access the portal during processing.
On November 1, 2026, a provisional allotment list will be published for viewing only—this is not your final result. On November 2, 2026, the final result will be displayed, showing the college-wise and subject-wise list of provisionally selected candidates along with admission modalities (fees, documents required, reporting instructions, etc.). Check the official website on November 2 to see your allotment.
- Processing period: October 29–31, 2026
- Provisional list (view-only): November 1, 2026
- Final result and admission details: November 2, 2026
- Check your allotted college, course, and reporting instructions
Reporting and Admission: November 9–10, 2026
If you are allotted a seat, you must report to your allotted college between November 9 and November 10, 2026, to confirm your admission. Reporting involves submitting original documents (MBBS degree, NEET-PG scorecard, merit certificate, identity proof, etc.), paying the admission fee, and completing formalities such as hostel registration and course enrollment.
Failure to report within this window will result in forfeiture of your seat, and it will be offered to the next candidate in the merit list. There is typically no extension for reporting, so plan your travel and document collection well in advance. Contact your allotted college beforehand to confirm the exact reporting venue, timings, and document checklist.
- Reporting dates: November 9–10, 2026
- Venue: Your allotted college
- Bring: Original MBBS degree, NEET-PG scorecard, identity proof, and other required documents
- Non-reporting results in seat forfeiture
- No extension typically granted
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Understanding the Provisional Merit List and Incentive Marks
The provisional merit list published by Assam DME includes incentive marks—additional weightage given to candidates based on state-specific criteria such as domicile, caste category, or other statutory reservations. Your rank on this list determines your position in the allotment queue. A candidate ranked higher has a better chance of securing their preferred choice.
Incentive marks are added to your NEET-PG raw score before ranking. For example, if Assam grants 5% incentive to domicile candidates, your effective score will be 105% of your raw NEET-PG score. This can significantly improve your rank. Verify that your incentive marks have been correctly applied by cross-checking the merit list against your eligibility criteria.
- Merit list includes incentive marks (domicile, caste, etc.)
- Incentive marks boost your effective score and rank
- Higher rank = better chance of preferred choice allotment
- Verify your incentive marks on the published list
What Happens If You Are Not Allotted a Seat in Round 1?
If your name does not appear in the final allotment result on November 2, 2026, you will be eligible for subsequent counselling rounds (Round 2, Round 3, etc.), if announced by Assam DME. In later rounds, remaining seats are filled, and candidates who were not allotted in earlier rounds get another opportunity. The schedule and merit list for subsequent rounds will be published separately.
Additionally, if you do not report within the November 9–10 window, your seat will be cancelled, and you may be considered for a lower-ranked choice in a subsequent round or for a different college. Stay updated with the Assam DME website for announcements regarding further rounds.
- Non-allotment in Round 1 does not disqualify you from future rounds
- Subsequent rounds will be announced separately
- Non-reporting also makes you eligible for later rounds
- Monitor the official website for Round 2 and beyond
Critical Dates at a Glance: Assam NEET-PG 2026 Round 1
To help you stay on track, here is a consolidated timeline of all key dates for Assam NEET-PG 2026 Round 1 counselling. Mark these dates on your calendar and set reminders to avoid missing any deadline.
| Event | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Online Registration | October 21–25, 2026 | Until 11:59 PM |
| Online Choice Filling | October 26–28, 2026 | Until 5:00 PM |
| Online Choice Locking | October 28, 2026 | 4:00 PM–11:55 PM |
| Seat Allotment Processing | October 29–31, 2026 | — |
| Provisional Allotment List (View Only) | November 1, 2026 | — |
| Final Result & Admission Details | November 2, 2026 | — |
| Reporting & Admission | November 9–10, 2026 | As per college schedule |
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
When does online registration for Assam NEET-PG 2026 Round 1 counselling start and end?
Online registration opens on October 21, 2026, and closes on October 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM. You must complete your registration within this window using your NEET-PG roll number and credentials on the Assam DME official website.
What is the deadline for filling and locking my course and college choices?
You can fill your choices from October 26 to October 28, 2026, until 5:00 PM. You must lock your choices between 4:00 PM and 11:55 PM on October 28, 2026. If you do not lock manually, the system will auto-lock at 11:55 PM. Once locked, you cannot change your choices.
When will I know if I have been allotted a seat?
The final allotment result will be published on November 2, 2026. A provisional list for viewing only will be available on November 1, 2026. Check the Assam DME website on November 2 to see your allotted college, course, and admission details.
What happens if I do not report to my allotted college by November 10, 2026?
If you do not report within the November 9–10, 2026, window, your seat will be forfeited, and it will be offered to the next candidate in the merit list. There is typically no extension for reporting, so plan your travel and document collection in advance.
What are incentive marks, and how do they affect my rank?
Incentive marks are additional weightage given based on state-specific criteria such as domicile or caste category. These marks are added to your NEET-PG raw score before ranking. For example, a 5% domicile incentive increases your effective score to 105% of your raw score, improving your rank and chances of securing a preferred choice.
Can I participate in Round 1 counselling if my name is not on the provisional merit list?
No. To participate in Round 1, your name and roll number must appear on the state provisional merit list published by Assam DME after the inclusion of incentive marks. If you are not on the list, you may be eligible for subsequent rounds if announced, or you may need to appeal if you believe there is an error.
What documents do I need to bring when reporting to my allotted college?
You will typically need to bring your original MBBS degree, NEET-PG scorecard, merit certificate, identity proof (Aadhaar, passport, etc.), and any other documents specified in the admission modalities published on November 2, 2026. Contact your allotted college beforehand to confirm the exact checklist.
What happens if I am not allotted a seat in Round 1?
If you are not allotted in Round 1, you will be eligible for subsequent counselling rounds (Round 2, Round 3, etc.) if announced by Assam DME. Remaining seats are filled in later rounds, giving you another opportunity. Monitor the official website for announcements regarding further rounds.
Mark all key dates on your calendar, especially the registration deadline (October 25) and the reporting window (November 9–10). Visit the Assam DME official website regularly for updates, and ensure your contact details are current so you receive any notifications. If you have questions about your eligibility or the process, contact the Assam DME helpline or visit their office in Guwahati.
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