The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC) in Puducherry has announced the provisional seat allotment for NEET UG 2026 Round 1 counselling. The allotment covers undergraduate medical, dental, Ayurveda and veterinary programmes across National SS and NRI quota categories for the 2026–27 academic year. Candidates who have received an allotment must report to their assigned college by 5 PM on September 7, 2026, or risk automatic cancellation of their seat. This is a critical window for NEET aspirants in Puducherry and those eligible under the NRI category to secure their admission.
If you are allotted a seat in CENTAC Round 1, you must physically report to your college with original documents and fees by 5 PM on September 7, 2026, or your seat will be cancelled and moved to Round 2.
What Was Released and When
CENTAC published the Round 1 provisional allotment list on September 3, 2026, on its official portal at centacpuducherry.in. The allotment covers four professional undergraduate courses: MBBS, BDS, BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) and BVSc & AH (Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry). The allotment is specific to the National SS (Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe) and NRI (Non-Resident Indian) quota categories for the 2026–27 academic session.
Candidates can check their allotment status by logging into the CENTAC portal using their application number and date of birth. The allotment letter will display the college name, course assigned, and other essential details. No SMS or email notification is sent automatically; candidates must check the portal themselves.
The Critical Joining Deadline: September 7, 2026
All allotted candidates must report to their assigned college by 5:00 PM on September 7, 2026. This is a hard deadline. CENTAC has explicitly warned that any candidate who fails to join within this window will have their seat automatically cancelled. Once cancelled, the seat does not revert to the candidate; it enters the vacancy pool for Round 2 counselling.
The tight four-day window (from September 3 to September 7) means you must act immediately after checking your allotment. Delays in arranging documents, travel, or fees can cost you your seat. CENTAC advises candidates to prepare all required paperwork and funds in advance to avoid last-minute complications.
How to Check Your CENTAC Allotment
The process is straightforward and takes only a few minutes. Visit centacpuducherry.in and locate the Round 1 Provisional Allotment link for NEET UG. Enter your application number and date of birth to log in. Your allotted college and course will appear on screen immediately.
- Visit centacpuducherry.in
- Click on the Round 1 Provisional Allotment link for UG NEET
- Enter your application number and date of birth
- View your allotted college and course
- Download and save the allotment letter (print at least two copies)
Documents You Must Carry When Reporting
Reporting to your allotted college is not just a formality—it is the official confirmation of your admission. You must bring original documents along with two sets of self-attested photocopies. The college will verify these documents before confirming your admission and issuing a joining report. Missing or incomplete documentation can delay or even block your admission at the college level.
Plan ahead and gather all documents before September 7. Do not assume you can submit them later or that the college will accept incomplete paperwork.
- CENTAC provisional allotment letter (original and copies)
- NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates
- Nativity or residence certificate (if claimed)
- Category certificate (for reserved category candidates)
- Aadhaar card and recent passport-size photographs (4–6 copies)
- Transfer certificate and conduct certificate from your last school
Fee Payment and Accepted Modes
CENTAC published the fee structure for all medical, dental and veterinary programmes on August 28, 2026. The fees vary by course and college. You must confirm the exact fee applicable to your allotted college and course before travelling for reporting. This information is available on the CENTAC portal.
Payment is typically accepted via demand draft or online bank transfer at the allotted college. Carry proof of payment (receipt or bank confirmation) when you report. Some colleges may also accept payment on the day of reporting, but it is safer to arrange funds in advance to avoid any hold-up.
What Happens After You Report
Once you report to the college with your documents and fee, the college will verify your credentials and confirm your admission. You will receive a joining report or admission confirmation letter from the college. This marks the official start of your admission process. The college will then provide further instructions regarding hostel allotment, course commencement date, and other administrative matters.
Do not assume your admission is complete until you have received written confirmation from the college. Keep all receipts, letters and documents safely for future reference.
What Happens If You Miss the Deadline
If you do not report by 5 PM on September 7, 2026, your seat will be automatically cancelled. There is no grace period, no appeal process, and no second chance in Round 1. Your seat will be released into the Round 2 vacancy pool and offered to other candidates on the waiting list.
If you miss Round 1 but remain eligible, you may participate in Round 2 counselling. However, Round 2 typically has fewer seats available and higher competition. It is far better to secure your seat in Round 1 by meeting the deadline.
Why CENTAC Matters for Puducherry NEET Aspirants
CENTAC is the single-window admission authority for all professional undergraduate courses in Puducherry. It manages state quota seats, National SS quota seats, and NRI quota seats through one unified counselling process. This merged system ensures transparency and prevents candidates from having to navigate multiple separate counselling portals.
For NEET aspirants, CENTAC counselling is the official pathway to MBBS, BDS, BAMS and BVSc seats in Puducherry colleges. Understanding the timeline and requirements is essential to avoid losing your seat due to procedural delays.
What to Watch for After September 7
Once the Round 1 joining window closes on September 7, CENTAC will release the Round 2 counselling schedule and an updated vacancy list. Seats that were cancelled due to non-reporting will appear in Round 2. If you were not allotted in Round 1 or if you are on a waiting list, monitor the CENTAC portal closely for Round 2 notifications.
Keep checking centacpuducherry.in regularly for announcements. Round 2 counselling typically begins within a few days of Round 1 closure, so the turnaround is quick.
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When was the CENTAC NEET UG 2026 Round 1 allotment released?
The CENTAC Round 1 provisional allotment was released on September 3, 2026, on the official portal centacpuducherry.in. Candidates can check their allotment status by logging in with their application number and date of birth.
What is the deadline to join the allotted college?
All allotted candidates must report to their assigned college by 5:00 PM on September 7, 2026. This is a strict deadline. Failure to report by this time will result in automatic cancellation of your seat.
What courses are covered in CENTAC Round 1 allotment?
The Round 1 allotment covers four undergraduate professional courses: MBBS, BDS, BAMS (Ayurveda) and BVSc & AH (Veterinary Science). The allotment is for National SS and NRI quota categories for the 2026–27 academic session.
What documents do I need to carry when reporting to the college?
You must carry original documents along with two sets of self-attested photocopies. Essential documents include your CENTAC allotment letter, NEET admit card and scorecard, Class 10 and 12 certificates, category certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card, passport-size photographs, nativity certificate (if claimed), transfer certificate and conduct certificate from your last school.
How do I check my CENTAC allotment result?
Visit centacpuducherry.in, click on the Round 1 Provisional Allotment link for NEET UG, enter your application number and date of birth, and your allotted college and course will appear on screen. Download and print at least two copies of your allotment letter.
What happens if I do not report by September 7?
If you do not report by 5 PM on September 7, 2026, your seat will be automatically cancelled with no appeal or grace period. Your seat will be released into the Round 2 vacancy pool for other candidates.
How do I pay the course fee?
CENTAC published the fee structure on August 28, 2026, on its portal. Fees vary by course and college. Payment is typically accepted via demand draft or online bank transfer at the allotted college. Confirm the exact fee for your allotted college before reporting and carry proof of payment.
When will Round 2 counselling begin?
CENTAC will announce the Round 2 counselling schedule and updated vacancy list after the Round 1 joining window closes on September 7, 2026. Monitor centacpuducherry.in regularly for Round 2 notifications, as the schedule is typically released within a few days.
If you have received a CENTAC Round 1 allotment, act immediately: download your allotment letter, gather all original documents with photocopies, confirm your course fee, and plan your travel to report by 5 PM on September 7, 2026. Missing this deadline will result in automatic seat cancellation with no recovery option. For those not allotted in Round 1, stay alert for Round 2 notifications on the CENTAC portal.
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