The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), which manages medical admissions in Puducherry, has announced the availability of 882 seats across MBBS, BDS, and BAMS programmes for Round 2 counselling under NEET UG 2026. This is your second chance to secure a medical or dental seat if you did not receive an allotment in Round 1, or if you wish to upgrade your current seat. However, the registration and preference-filling window closes today—September 10, 2026 at 5 PM—so immediate action is required if you are eligible and interested.
All CENTAC-registered NEET UG 2026 candidates must submit fresh course preferences by 5 PM on September 10, 2026; Round 1 preferences do not carry forward, and failure to register will result in automatic exclusion from Round 2 allotment.
What is CENTAC Round 2 and who can apply?
CENTAC Round 2 is the second phase of seat allotment for NEET UG 2026 counselling in the Union Territory of Puducherry. It opens seats that remained vacant after Round 1 allotments across government, private, and self-financing medical, dental, and ayurveda institutions. A total of 882 seats are now available for fresh allocation.
Eligibility is broad: any candidate who registered with CENTAC for the 2026 counselling cycle can participate in Round 2. This includes candidates who received no allotment in Round 1, those who were allotted a seat in Round 1 and joined their college, and those who were allotted but chose not to join. However, fresh registrations from candidates who missed the initial registration deadline are not permitted.
Which courses and colleges are available in Round 2?
Round 2 covers three undergraduate medical streams: MBBS in government and private medical colleges, BDS in dental colleges affiliated with CENTAC, and BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) in the ayurveda college of Puducherry. The seat matrix includes offerings from major institutions such as IGMC&RI (Indira Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute) and PIMS (Puducherry Institute of Medical Sciences), among others.
The complete college-wise and course-wise breakdown of the 882 vacant seats is available in the official PDF document on the CENTAC portal at centacpuducherry.in. Candidates are advised to download and review this document carefully to understand which colleges and courses have vacancies under their quota category.
- MBBS seats in government and private medical colleges
- BDS seats in dental colleges
- BAMS seats in the ayurveda college
Critical deadline: registration closes today at 5 PM
The registration and course preference-filling window for CENTAC Round 2 closes on September 10, 2026 at 5 PM. This is a hard deadline; no extensions or late submissions are accepted. Candidates must complete both registration and preference submission within this timeframe to be considered for Round 2 allotment.
Additionally, candidates who were allotted a seat in Round 1 but wish to resign from it must do so by September 11, 2026 at 5 PM. This is a separate deadline and applies only to those seeking to formally withdraw from their Round 1 allotment. The Round 2 seat allotment result will be announced at a later date to be communicated by CENTAC.
- Registration and preference filling: until September 10, 2026 at 5 PM
- Resignation from Round 1 allotted seat: until September 11, 2026 at 5 PM
- Round 2 allotment result: date to be announced
Registration fees vary by quota and category
CENTAC Round 2 registration requires payment of a fee that differs based on your quota and category. Most candidates who were admitted in Round 1 do not need to pay the registration fee again; however, candidates in the EBC (Economically Backward Class), SC (Scheduled Caste), ST (Scheduled Tribe), and GSS (Government Servant Sponsored) categories must pay the fee afresh even if they participated in Round 1.
For general category candidates under the Government UT Puducherry quota (including EWS, OBC, MBC, BCM, and BT categories), the fee is ₹10,000. Candidates in the EBC, SC, ST, and GSS categories pay ₹5,000. Management, NRI, OCI, PIO, and Foreign National quota candidates pay ₹2,00,000. Ensure you pay the correct fee for your category before the deadline.
| Quota and Category | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| Government UT Puducherry (GE, EWS, OBC, MBC, BCM, BT) | ₹10,000 |
| Government (EBC, SC, ST, GSS) | ₹5,000 |
| Management, NRI, OCI, PIO, Foreign National | ₹2,00,000 |
How to register and fill preferences: step-by-step process
Registration for CENTAC Round 2 is entirely online. Visit the official CENTAC portal at centacpuducherry.in and locate the Round 2 registration link. Log in using your CENTAC registration credentials (the same username and password you used for Round 1). You will then proceed to pay the applicable registration fee online using a debit card, credit card, or other accepted payment method.
After payment, you must fill fresh course preferences. This is critical: all your Round 1 preferences are null and void and do not carry forward. You must select new courses under your eligible quota (Government, Management, or NRI). Rank your preferred colleges and courses in order of preference. Once you have locked your preferences, submit the form and save the confirmation page for your records. Do not rely on memory; keep a screenshot or printout of your submitted preferences.
- Visit centacpuducherry.in and open the Round 2 registration link
- Log in using your CENTAC registration credentials
- Pay the applicable Round 2 registration fee online
- Fill fresh course preferences under your eligible quota
- Submit the form and save the confirmation page
Documents you must have ready before registering
Before you begin the registration process, gather all required documents and keep them accessible. You will need your NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard, your Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates, and a valid photo ID proof such as an Aadhaar card or passport. If you are a Puducherry resident, you will also need a nativity or residence certificate. If you belong to a reserved category (SC, ST, OBC, EBC) or are eligible for EWS (Economically Weaker Section) status, have your community or EWS certificate ready.
Having these documents prepared in advance will speed up the registration process and reduce the risk of errors or delays. If any document is missing or unclear, resolve this before attempting to register, as incomplete documentation may lead to rejection or complications during the allotment process.
- NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates
- Nativity or residence certificate (for Puducherry candidates)
- Community, EWS, or category certificate (if applicable)
- Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar or passport)
Key rules for Round 2: what you must know before locking preferences
Several important rules govern Round 2 allotment, and understanding them is essential before you submit your preferences. First, all your Round 1 course preferences are completely null and void. You cannot rely on or modify your earlier choices; you must submit entirely fresh preferences for Round 2. Second, if you receive a new allotment in Round 2, it will automatically cancel your Round 1 allotted course. This means if you were allotted a seat in Round 1 and joined that college, a Round 2 allotment will override it.
Third, seats may slide dynamically during the live allotment process. This means that even if you rank a particular college and course, you may be allotted a different course at the same college or a different college altogether, depending on your rank, the preferences of other candidates, and the availability of seats. Finally, if you submit an empty preference list (i.e., you do not select any courses), you will not receive any seat allotment in Round 2. Ensure you fill at least one preference before submitting.
- All Round 1 course preferences are null and void; submit fresh preferences
- A new Round 2 allotment will automatically cancel your Round 1 allotted course
- Seats may slide dynamically during the live allotment process
- An empty preference list will result in no seat allotment
Action checklist for candidates: what to do right now
With the registration deadline just hours away, follow this action plan immediately. First, visit centacpuducherry.in and download the Round 2 vacancy list PDF. Review it carefully to identify which colleges and courses have seats available under your quota category. Second, confirm your eligibility and quota category. If you are unsure whether you are eligible for Round 2 or which quota you fall under, contact CENTAC support before registering.
Third, arrange payment for the registration fee well before 5 PM today. Do not wait until the last minute, as payment gateways may experience delays or technical issues during peak hours. Fourth, lock your fresh course preferences by 5 PM on September 10, 2026. Rank your preferred colleges and courses in order of choice. Finally, if you were allotted a seat in Round 1 and wish to resign from it to participate fully in Round 2, ensure you submit your resignation by 5 PM on September 11, 2026.
- Download the Round 2 vacancy list from centacpuducherry.in
- Confirm your eligibility and quota category
- Arrange payment for the registration fee before 5 PM today
- Lock fresh course preferences by 5 PM on September 10, 2026
- Decide on Round 1 seat resignation before September 11, 2026 at 5 PM
What happens after you register: next steps and timeline
After you submit your Round 2 registration and preferences, CENTAC will process your application and conduct the allotment based on your NEET UG rank, your preferences, and the availability of seats. The Round 2 provisional allotment list will be released at a date to be announced by CENTAC. You should monitor the CENTAC portal regularly for this announcement.
Once the allotment result is declared, if you are allotted a seat, you will need to report to your allotted college within the specified reporting period. Failure to report on time may result in forfeiture of your seat. CENTAC will announce the reporting schedule and any subsequent rounds (if applicable) in due course. Keep checking centacpuducherry.in for all updates.
- CENTAC will process your application and conduct allotment based on your rank and preferences
- Round 2 provisional allotment list will be announced (date to be notified)
- If allotted, report to your college within the specified reporting period
- Monitor centacpuducherry.in for the reporting schedule and further rounds
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Can I participate in CENTAC Round 2 if I did not register for Round 1?
No. Only candidates who registered with CENTAC for the 2026 counselling cycle can participate in Round 2. Fresh registrations from candidates who missed the initial registration deadline are not accepted. If you did not register in Round 1, you cannot register now for Round 2.
Do my Round 1 course preferences carry forward to Round 2?
No. All Round 1 course preferences are completely null and void for Round 2. You must submit entirely fresh preferences. Even if you ranked the same college and course in Round 1, you must re-rank them in Round 2. Failure to submit fresh preferences will result in exclusion from Round 2 allotment.
What happens if I receive a Round 2 allotment after being allotted a seat in Round 1?
If you receive a new allotment in Round 2, it will automatically cancel your Round 1 allotted course. You will be required to join your Round 2 allotted college instead. If you wish to retain your Round 1 seat and not participate in Round 2, you should not register for Round 2.
Do I need to pay the registration fee again if I was allotted in Round 1?
Most candidates who were admitted in Round 1 do not need to pay the registration fee again for Round 2. However, candidates in the EBC, SC, ST, and GSS categories must pay the fee afresh. Check your category and the fee table to confirm whether you need to pay.
What is the deadline for registering and filling preferences for Round 2?
The deadline for registration and course preference filling is September 10, 2026 at 5 PM on centacpuducherry.in. This is a hard deadline; no extensions are granted. If you do not register and submit preferences by this time, you will be excluded from Round 2 allotment.
Can I resign from my Round 1 allotted seat and still participate in Round 2?
Yes. If you were allotted a seat in Round 1 and wish to resign from it, you can do so by submitting a resignation request by September 11, 2026 at 5 PM. However, you must also register for Round 2 by September 10, 2026 at 5 PM. Resigning from Round 1 does not automatically register you for Round 2; you must complete both steps separately.
What happens if I submit an empty preference list for Round 2?
If you do not select any courses or colleges in your preference list, you will not receive any seat allotment in Round 2. You must rank at least one course and college in order of preference to be eligible for allotment. Ensure you fill your preferences before submitting.
How many seats are available in CENTAC Round 2, and which courses are offered?
A total of 882 seats are available across three courses: MBBS in government and private medical colleges, BDS in dental colleges, and BAMS in the ayurveda college of Puducherry. The exact number of seats available for each college and course is listed in the official Round 2 seat matrix PDF on centacpuducherry.in.
With the registration deadline at 5 PM today, do not delay: download the seat matrix, confirm your eligibility, pay the fee, and submit fresh preferences immediately. Monitor centacpuducherry.in for the Round 2 allotment result announcement and reporting schedule in the coming days.
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