CENTAC Puducherry NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Allotment: Join by Sept 7

The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC) in Puducherry has announced the provisional seat allotment for NEET UG 2026 Round 1 counselling. The allotment covers MBBS, BDS, BAMS (Ayurveda) and BVSc & AH (Veterinary) programmes under the National SS and NRI quota categories for the 2026-27 academic year. If you have received an allotment, you must complete your joining formalities by a strict deadline of 5 PM on September 7, 2026. Missing this window will result in automatic cancellation of your seat, which will then be made available in Round 2. This article explains what you need to do immediately after checking your allotment status.

What Was Released and When

CENTAC released the Round 1 provisional seat allotment on September 3, 2026, through its official portal at centacpuducherry.in. The allotment covers four professional 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 admission to Puducherry's medical and veterinary institutions in the 2026-27 academic session.

Candidates can log into the CENTAC portal using their application number and date of birth to view their allotment letter. The portal does not send automatic SMS or email notifications, so it is your responsibility to check the website and download your allotment status immediately. Delays in checking and acting on your allotment can cost you your seat.

The Critical September 7 Joining Deadline

The most important date for allotted candidates is September 7, 2026. You must physically report to your allotted college by 5:00 PM on this date. This is not a soft deadline or a guideline—CENTAC has explicitly warned that any candidate who does not join by this time will have their seat automatically cancelled. Once cancelled, your seat will be moved into the Round 2 vacancy pool and offered to other candidates.

Physical reporting means you must be present at the college in person to complete the admission process. You cannot complete this remotely or through a representative. At the college, you will need to submit original documents for verification, pay the applicable course fee, and receive a joining report from the institution. Plan your travel and document arrangement well in advance to avoid last-minute complications.

Documents You Must Carry to the College

Bring all original documents along with two sets of photocopies to avoid delays or rejection at the college. Missing or incomplete documentation can block your admission even if you arrive on time. The college will verify each document before confirming your seat.

The essential documents are: your CENTAC provisional allotment letter, NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard, Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates, nativity or residence certificate (if you have claimed it), category certificate (if you belong to a reserved category), Aadhaar card, recent passport-size photographs, transfer certificate and conduct certificate from your last school. If you have claimed any quota or category benefit, ensure you carry the corresponding proof document.

• CENTAC provisional allotment letter (at least 2 printed copies)
• NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard
• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates
• Nativity or residence certificate (if applicable)
• Category certificate for reserved category candidates
• Aadhaar card and recent passport-size photographs
• Transfer certificate and conduct certificate from last school

Fee Payment and Payment Methods

CENTAC published the fee structure for all medical, dental, Ayurveda and veterinary programmes on August 28, 2026. The fee varies by course and by college. Before you travel to your allotted college, check the official CENTAC notification on centacpuducherry.in to confirm the exact fee you will need to pay. This prevents surprises and ensures you carry the correct amount.

Payment is typically accepted through demand draft or online transfer at the allotted college. Confirm the accepted payment methods with your college before arriving. Carry proof of payment (receipt or bank confirmation) with you during reporting. Some colleges may require the fee to be paid on the same day as document verification, so have the funds ready.

Step-by-Step: How to Check Your Allotment

Checking your allotment is straightforward but must be done immediately. Visit centacpuducherry.in and locate the Round 1 Provisional Allotment link for NEET UG. Log in using your application number and date of birth. Your allotted college name and course will appear on screen. Download and save the allotment letter as a PDF and print at least two copies—one for your records and one to carry to the college.

Do not delay this step. The sooner you know your allotment, the sooner you can arrange documents, funds and travel. If you face any technical difficulty accessing the portal, contact CENTAC support immediately rather than waiting.

• Visit centacpuducherry.in
• Click on the Round 1 Provisional Allotment link for NEET UG
• Enter your application number and date of birth
• View your allotted college and course
• Download and print the allotment letter (at least 2 copies)
• Save the letter for your records

What Happens After You Join

Once you report to the college by the deadline, the institution will verify your original documents against the photocopies you submit. After verification, the college will confirm your admission and issue a joining report. This report is your proof of admission and must be kept safely. The college will also provide information about course commencement, hostel allocation (if applicable), and further formalities.

Your admission is not final until you complete all verification and fee payment steps at the college. Do not assume your seat is secure until you receive the joining report from the institution. If the college finds any discrepancy in your documents or if you fail to pay the fee, your admission can still be cancelled.

What Happens to Cancelled Seats

If you do not join by September 7, 2026, your seat will be cancelled and moved to the Round 2 vacancy pool. This means other candidates who were on the waiting list or who did not get a seat in Round 1 will have a chance to fill your position. CENTAC will announce the Round 2 counselling schedule and updated vacancy list after the Round 1 joining window closes. If you miss the deadline due to an emergency, you will not be able to recover your seat in Round 1.

This is why it is critical to plan ahead and ensure you can reach your allotted college by the deadline. If you have genuine concerns about meeting the deadline, contact CENTAC immediately to understand if any extension or alternative arrangement is possible, though such requests are rarely granted.

Why CENTAC Matters for Puducherry Medical Admissions

CENTAC is the single-window admission authority for all professional courses in Puducherry, including medical, dental, Ayurveda and veterinary programmes. It manages state quota, National SS quota and NRI quota seats through one unified counselling process. This centralised system ensures transparency and prevents candidates from having to navigate multiple separate counselling portals.

By consolidating all quotas and courses under one authority, CENTAC simplifies the admission process for both local Puducherry candidates and those from outside the union territory. If you have been allotted a seat through CENTAC, you are part of this transparent, regulated admission system.

What to Watch for After September 7

After the Round 1 joining deadline passes on September 7, 2026, monitor centacpuducherry.in for announcements about Round 2 counselling. If you did not get a seat in Round 1, or if you are on a waiting list, Round 2 will be your next opportunity. CENTAC will publish the updated vacancy list (showing which seats became available after Round 1 candidates joined) and the schedule for Round 2 preference submission and allotment.

Keep the CENTAC portal bookmarked and check it regularly. Do not rely on unofficial sources or social media for counselling updates. Official announcements will always appear on centacpuducherry.in first.

Frequently asked questions

If you have received a CENTAC allotment, act immediately: download your allotment letter, arrange all original documents with photocopies, confirm the fee amount, and plan your travel to reach the college by 5 PM on September 7, 2026. Missing this deadline will result in automatic seat cancellation with no recovery option. After September 7, watch centacpuducherry.in for Round 2 announcements if you are on a waiting list or did not receive an allotment in Round 1.