Government Medical College & Hospital (GMCH), Sector 32, Chandigarh — the centralized admission authority for Chandigarh — has published the provisional merit list for NRI category candidates applying to the BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) course for the 2026 admission session. This list shows which NRI candidates have qualified and their ranking for counselling and seat allotment. If you applied under the NRI quota for BDS in Chandigarh, you must check this list immediately to confirm your eligibility and rank. The list is now live on the official GMCH website.
The provisional NRI merit list for BDS counselling 2026 is now published — check the official GMCH Chandigarh website to find your rank and confirm your eligibility for seat allotment.
What is this merit list?
This is the provisional merit list of candidates who applied under the NRI (Non-Resident Indian) category for admission to the BDS course in Chandigarh for the 2026 session. The list ranks all NRI applicants who met the eligibility criteria and appeared in NEET UG 2026.
The word 'provisional' means this list may be updated if errors are found or if candidates withdraw. Once the list is finalized, counselling and seat allotment will proceed in order of merit rank. Your position on this list determines when you will be called for counselling and which seats you may be offered.
Who should check this list?
You must check this list if you applied for BDS admission in Chandigarh under the NRI quota for the 2026 session. The list includes all NRI candidates who submitted a valid application and met the basic eligibility requirements set by GMCH Chandigarh.
If your name and rank appear on this list, you are eligible to participate in the counselling process. If you do not see your name, it means either your application was not accepted, you did not meet the eligibility criteria, or there was an error in your application submission.
How to access the merit list
The provisional merit list has been published on the official GMCH Chandigarh website. Visit the link provided by the authority to download or view the list. The list is typically presented as a PDF document containing candidate names, roll numbers, NEET scores, and merit rank.
Search for your name, application number, or NEET roll number in the list. Make a note of your rank — this will be important when counselling dates are announced. Save a copy of the list or take a screenshot for your records.
- Go to the official GMCH Chandigarh website
- Locate the NRI BDS merit list link for 2026
- Download or view the PDF
- Search for your name or application number
- Note your merit rank
What happens next?
After the provisional merit list is finalized, GMCH Chandigarh will announce the dates for NRI BDS counselling. Candidates will be called for counselling in order of their merit rank. During counselling, you will be asked to verify your documents, confirm your category, and choose your preferred college and seat.
Seat allotment will follow, and successful candidates will be offered admission to BDS seats in Chandigarh colleges reserved for the NRI quota. Keep checking the official website for announcements about counselling dates, document verification, and the counselling process.
What if your name is not on the list?
If you applied for NRI BDS but your name does not appear on the merit list, there are several possible reasons: your application may not have been submitted successfully, you may not have met the eligibility criteria (such as NEET score or NRI status), or there may have been an error in processing.
Contact GMCH Chandigarh immediately with your application number and NEET roll number to clarify your status. Do not wait — if there is a genuine error, the authority may be able to correct it during the provisional period. Keep all your application receipts and documents ready.
Important: this is a provisional list
The word 'provisional' is critical. This list is not final. GMCH Chandigarh may make corrections, remove candidates who do not meet criteria upon verification, or add candidates if errors are found. Do not assume your seat is guaranteed based on this list alone.
Once the list is finalized (the authority will announce this), it becomes the official merit list for counselling. Until then, stay alert for any updates or corrections published by GMCH Chandigarh.
Keep your documents ready
If your name is on the merit list, you will soon be called for counselling. Prepare all required documents now — your NEET admit card, NEET score card, 10th and 12th mark sheets, NRI certificate (if applicable), caste certificate (if applicable), and any other documents specified by GMCH Chandigarh.
Having documents ready will speed up the verification process during counselling and reduce the risk of rejection due to missing paperwork.
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What does 'provisional merit list' mean?
A provisional merit list is a temporary ranking of candidates based on their NEET scores and eligibility. It is not final — the authority may make corrections or remove candidates during verification. Once finalized, it becomes the official list used for counselling and seat allotment.
How do I find my name on the merit list?
Download the PDF from the GMCH Chandigarh website and search for your name, application number, or NEET roll number. The list is usually in order of merit rank. If you cannot find your name, contact the authority with your application details.
What is my merit rank and why does it matter?
Your merit rank is your position on the list — for example, rank 1, rank 50, rank 200. During counselling, candidates are called in order of rank. A higher rank (lower number) means you will be called earlier and have first choice of available seats.
When will counselling happen?
The notice does not specify counselling dates. GMCH Chandigarh will announce the counselling schedule separately. Keep checking the official website for updates.
What if I disagree with my rank or score on the list?
If you believe there is an error in your rank, score, or eligibility status, contact GMCH Chandigarh immediately with your application number and NEET roll number. The authority may review your case during the provisional period.
Does being on the merit list guarantee a seat?
No. Being on the merit list means you are eligible to participate in counselling. A seat is guaranteed only after you attend counselling, verify your documents, and are formally allotted a seat by the authority.
What documents do I need for counselling?
The notice does not list specific documents. However, you will typically need your NEET admit card, NEET score card, 10th and 12th mark sheets, NRI certificate, and any other documents specified by GMCH Chandigarh. Check the official website for the complete list.
Can the merit list change after it is published?
Yes. Since this is a provisional list, GMCH Chandigarh may make corrections, remove ineligible candidates, or add candidates if errors are found. The authority will announce when the list is finalized.
What is the NRI quota?
The NRI quota is a set number of BDS seats reserved for Non-Resident Indian candidates. NRI candidates are Indian citizens living abroad or their children. This merit list ranks only NRI applicants for these reserved seats.
Where do I go to check the list?
Visit the official GMCH Chandigarh website (gmch.gov.in) and look for the NRI BDS merit list link for 2026. The list is published as a PDF document.
If your name appears on the provisional NRI BDS merit list, congratulations — you are eligible for counselling. Download the list, note your rank, and prepare all required documents. If your name is missing or you spot an error, contact GMCH Chandigarh immediately. Watch the official website closely for the announcement of counselling dates and the finalized merit list.
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