Delhi NEET UG 2026 MBBS/BDS: Required Certificates & Formats

The Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Delhi has published the official formats for all certificates and documents required during NEET UG 2026 MBBS and BDS admission counselling. This is not a new announcement but a reference guide showing the exact format, layout, and information each certificate must contain. If you are applying for a Delhi medical seat through the 85% state quota, you must obtain your certificates in these prescribed formats — certificates in any other format will be rejected during counselling. This document covers disability certificates, caste certificates (SC/ST), OBC certificates, Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) certificates, Educational Concession Certificates (ECC) for defence wards, medical fitness certificates, school principal certificates, and the surety bond. Understanding these formats now will save you from last-minute rejections.

What This Document Is and Why It Matters

This is a reference guide published by the Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Delhi showing the official, prescribed formats for all supporting certificates and documents needed during NEET UG 2026 MBBS and BDS admission counselling. It is not a new rule or a change in policy — it is a clarification of what format each certificate must be in.

During counselling, when you upload or submit your documents, the system and the counselling staff will check not only that you have the certificate, but that it is in the correct format. A disability certificate issued by a medical authority but not following the prescribed Form-II layout, for example, will be flagged as invalid. Similarly, an SC/ST certificate that does not include all the required fields or is issued by an authority not empowered to issue it will be rejected.

This document is critical because it removes guesswork. You now know exactly what your certificate should look like, what information it must contain, who must sign it, and what supporting documents the issuing authority must verify. If you obtain a certificate that does not match these formats, you will have to get it reissued — a process that can take weeks and may cause you to miss counselling deadlines.

Disability Certificate (Form-II) for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)

If you have a benchmark disability (amputation, complete permanent paralysis of limbs, or blindness), you must submit a disability certificate in the prescribed Form-II format. This certificate is issued by a medical authority — typically a government hospital or a medical officer authorized by the state.

The certificate must include: your full name, date of birth, age, gender, registration number, permanent address, a recent passport-size photograph (face only), the type of disability (locomotor disability or blindness), the diagnosis, the percentage of permanent physical impairment in words and figures, and proof of residence (such as a utility bill or ration card). The medical authority must also list the document used to verify your residence, the date it was issued, and the authority's details.

Critically, the certificate must be signed and sealed by an authorized medical officer or signatory of the notified medical authority. At the bottom, you must provide your own signature or thumb impression. If any of these elements is missing — the photograph, the percentage of disability, the authority's seal, or your signature — the certificate will be rejected. The certificate is valid from the date of issue unless stated otherwise.

• Issued by: Government medical authority or authorized medical officer
• Must include: Full name, DOB, age, gender, registration number, permanent address, recent passport-size photo (face only), disability type, diagnosis, percentage of impairment (in words and figures), proof of residence
• Must be signed and sealed by: Authorized medical officer of the notified medical authority
• Must be signed by: The person with disability (signature or thumb impression)
• Trap: Missing photograph, percentage of disability, or authority seal = automatic rejection

Educational Concession Certificate (ECC) for Defence Wards

If you are a ward (child) of defence personnel — including those killed in action, disabled in action, or who died in service — you may be eligible for an Educational Concession Certificate (ECC). This certificate is issued by the office authorized to grant defence-related benefits, typically the Ministry of Defence or a state defence welfare office.

The ECC must be issued on the proper letterhead of the issuing office, with complete address, telephone number, and email ID. It must include a recent passport-size photograph of the ward, duly attested by the issuing authority. The certificate states your name, your parent's rank and service number, your date of birth, and your permanent address. It then lists your priority category based on your parent's service status.

There are nine priority categories: Priority-I (widows/wards of defence personnel killed in action), Priority-II (wards of disabled personnel), Priority-III (widows/wards of personnel who died in service), Priority-IV (wards of disabled personnel), Priority-V (wards of ex-servicemen and serving personnel with gallantry awards), Priority-VI (wards of ex-servicemen), Priority-VII (wives of defence personnel), Priority-VIII (wards of serving personnel), and Priority-IX (wives of serving personnel). The certificate must clearly state which priority category applies to you.

The certificate is valid from the date of issue unless otherwise stated. It must be signed and sealed by the authorized officer issuing it. If you do not fall into one of these nine categories, you are not eligible for an ECC, and submitting a certificate claiming a category you do not qualify for will result in rejection and possible disqualification.

• Issued by: Ministry of Defence or authorized state defence welfare office
• Must include: Ward's name, parent's rank and service number, DOB, permanent address, recent attested passport-size photograph, priority category (I–IX)
• Must be on: Official letterhead with complete address, telephone, and email
• Must be signed and sealed by: Authorized officer of the issuing authority
• Priority categories: Nine categories based on parent's service status (killed in action, disabled, died in service, gallantry award recipient, ex-serviceman, etc.)
• Trap: Claiming a priority category you do not qualify for = rejection and possible disqualification

SC/ST Certificate (Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe)

If you belong to a Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST), you must submit a certificate in the prescribed proforma format. This certificate is issued by the District Magistrate, Sub-Divisional Officer, or other competent authority as specified in the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950 or the Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order, 1950.

The certificate must state your name, your father's/mother's name, your village/town, district, state, and the caste or tribe to which you belong. It must explicitly state that you belong to a caste or tribe recognized as Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe under the relevant Constitutional Order. The certificate must list the specific order under which your caste/tribe is recognized — for example, 'The Constitution (Scheduled Castes) (Union Territories) Order, 1951' or 'The Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) (Union Territories) Order, 1951'.

The certificate must be signed by the competent authority and bear the official seal. If you have migrated from one state to another, the certificate must still be issued by the competent authority of the state or union territory where you currently reside, based on the SC/ST certificate issued by your previous state. The certificate is valid from the date of issue unless stated otherwise.

A common trap: if your caste is listed as SC/ST in one state but not in another, your certificate from the first state may not be accepted in the second. Always ensure your certificate is issued by the competent authority of the state where you are applying (Delhi, in this case). If you have moved to Delhi, you may need to get a fresh certificate from the Delhi administration or a certificate of migration from your previous state.

• Issued by: District Magistrate, Sub-Divisional Officer, or competent authority of the state/UT
• Must include: Your name, father's/mother's name, village/town, district, state, caste/tribe name, specific Constitutional Order under which recognized
• Must state: That you belong to a Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe recognized under the relevant order
• Must be signed and sealed by: Competent authority
• For migrants: Certificate from previous state must be accompanied by a migration certificate or fresh certificate from current state authority
• Trap: Caste recognized in one state but not in another = certificate may be rejected; always verify with Delhi authority

OBC-NCL Certificate (Other Backward Class – Non-Creamy Layer)

If you belong to an Other Backward Class (OBC) and are not in the creamy layer (a term used to exclude economically advanced families within OBC communities), you must submit an OBC-NCL certificate. This certificate is issued by the District Magistrate, Sub-Divisional Officer, or other competent authority as specified in the Government of India's OBC list.

The certificate must state your name, your father's/mother's name, your village/town, district, state, and the community to which you belong. It must explicitly state that your community is recognized as an OBC under the Government of India's list and that you are not in the creamy layer. The certificate must reference the specific Government Resolution or Gazette notification under which your community is recognized — for example, 'Resolution No. 12011/68/93-BCC dated 10/10/93' or similar.

Critically, the certificate must confirm that you do not belong to the creamy layer as defined by the Government of India. The creamy layer is defined by income and asset thresholds that change periodically. As of the notice, the annual income status of parents should be based on the financial year ending 31st March 2025. If your family's income or assets exceed the creamy layer limit, you are not eligible for OBC-NCL benefits, and submitting a certificate claiming OBC-NCL status will result in rejection.

The certificate must be signed and sealed by the competent authority. If you have migrated from one state to another, the same rules apply as for SC/ST certificates — you may need a fresh certificate from the current state or a migration certificate. The certificate is valid from the date of issue unless stated otherwise.

• Issued by: District Magistrate, Sub-Divisional Officer, or competent authority of the state/UT
• Must include: Your name, father's/mother's name, village/town, district, state, community name, specific Government Resolution/Gazette notification
• Must state: That your community is recognized as OBC and that you are NOT in the creamy layer
• Creamy layer definition: Based on income and asset thresholds; annual income status as of financial year ending 31st March 2025
• Must be signed and sealed by: Competent authority
• For migrants: Fresh certificate from current state or migration certificate required
• Trap: If family income/assets exceed creamy layer limit, you are ineligible; submitting false OBC-NCL certificate = rejection and possible disqualification

Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) Certificate

If you belong to an Economically Weaker Section (EWS), you must submit an EWS certificate issued by the competent authority of your state or union territory. The EWS category is for candidates whose family's gross annual income is below Rs. 8 lakh (Rupees Eight Lakh only) for the last financial year, and whose family does not own any of the specified assets.

The certificate must state your name, your father's/mother's name, your village/town, district, state, and your permanent address. It must explicitly state that your family's gross annual income is below Rs. 8 lakh and that your family does not own any of the following assets: (i) 5 acres of agricultural land and above; (ii) residential flat of 1000 sq. ft. and above; (iii) residential plot of 100 sq. yards and above in notified municipalities; or (iv) residential plot of 200 sq. yards and above in areas other than notified municipalities.

The certificate must also state that you belong to a caste which is not recognized as a Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, or Other Backward Class (Central List). In other words, if you are SC, ST, or OBC, you cannot claim EWS benefits — EWS is only for General category candidates who are economically weak. The certificate must include a recent passport-size attested photograph of the applicant.

The certificate must be signed and sealed by the competent authority (typically a Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Officer). The income and assets of the family are calculated as mentioned in the certificate, and property held by a family in different locations or different places/cities is clubbed together when determining EWS status. The certificate is valid for the year stated on it.

• Issued by: Competent authority (Tehsildar, Sub-Divisional Officer) of the state/UT
• Eligibility: Family gross annual income below Rs. 8 lakh (last financial year) AND no specified assets
• Must include: Your name, father's/mother's name, village/town, district, state, permanent address, recent attested passport-size photograph
• Must state: Family income below Rs. 8 lakh and no ownership of (i) 5+ acres agricultural land, (ii) 1000+ sq. ft. residential flat, (iii) 100+ sq. yards residential plot in notified municipalities, or (iv) 200+ sq. yards residential plot elsewhere
• Must state: You are NOT SC, ST, or OBC (General category only)
• Must be signed and sealed by: Competent authority
• Trap: If you are SC, ST, or OBC, you cannot claim EWS; if family income exceeds Rs. 8 lakh or owns specified assets, you are ineligible

Medical Fitness Certificate

Every candidate applying for MBBS, BDS, or other medical/paramedical courses must submit a Medical Fitness Certificate. This certificate confirms that you are medically fit to pursue a medical course and that you do not have any condition that would prevent you from completing the course or practicing medicine/dentistry.

The certificate must be issued by a Registered Medical Practitioner (RMP) in the prescribed format. The doctor must conduct a clinical examination and certify that you have no personal history of any disease, incapacity, or condition that would prevent you from pursuing the professional course. The doctor must also certify that, on clinical examination, you are medically fit to undergo the UG course (BAMS/BSMS/BUMS/BHMS/B. Pharm (Ay.)).

The certificate must confirm that you meet all six criteria: (1) Absence of any incapacitating and/or progressive systemic disease/disorder/condition; (2) Absence of any disability of upper limbs; (3) Absence of any major visual/auditory disability; (4) Absence of psychosis/neurosis/mental retardation; (5) Ability to maintain erect posture; and (6) Reasonable manual dexterity. If you have any condition that does not meet these criteria, the doctor must note it and state whether, in their opinion, it is an impediment to pursuing a UG course in Ayurveda/Siddha/Unani/Homeopathy/B.Pharm(Ay.) stream.

The certificate must include the doctor's name, registration number, address, signature, and the seal of the Registered Medical Practitioner. The date of the certificate must be clearly stated. If the certificate is issued by a doctor who is not registered or does not follow the prescribed format, it will be rejected. Ensure you obtain this certificate from a qualified, registered doctor and that it is in the exact format shown in the notice.

• Issued by: Registered Medical Practitioner (RMP) in the prescribed format
• Must confirm: No personal history of disease, incapacity, or condition preventing course completion
• Must certify: Medical fitness to undergo UG course (BAMS/BSMS/BUMS/BHMS/B. Pharm (Ay.))
• Must confirm all six criteria: (1) No incapacitating/progressive systemic disease, (2) No upper limb disability, (3) No major visual/auditory disability, (4) No psychosis/neurosis/mental retardation, (5) Ability to maintain erect posture, (6) Reasonable manual dexterity
• Must include: Doctor's name, registration number, address, signature, seal, and date
• Trap: Certificate from unregistered doctor or not in prescribed format = rejection; any condition preventing course completion must be disclosed

Certificate from the Principal of Your School (Last Attended)

You must submit a certificate from the Principal or Controlling Authority of the school you last attended. This certificate serves as proof of your educational background and character. The certificate must be issued in the original by the Principal/Vice-Principal/Controlling Authority with the seal of the school and the Examination Centre.

The certificate must state: (1) That you have been a regular student of the school from a specified class to a specified class for a specified period, with the name and address of the school/study centre and examination centre; (2) That you studied 11th class in the school/study centre and examination centre (for Patrachar Vidyalaya/National Institute of Open Schooling); (3) That you studied 12th class in the school/study centre and examination centre as a regular student (for Patrachar Vidyalaya/National Institute of Open Schooling); (4) That you appeared/passed the 12th class examination under the 10+2 system conducted by the named Board; (5) That the school is recognized by the named Board/Authority; (6) Whether the school/study centre and examination centre is situated within the National Capital Territory of Delhi (Yes/No); and (7) Your date of birth as per school records.

The certificate must be signed by the Principal/Controlling Authority and dated. A critical note: if you studied 11th and 12th classes as a regular student at a school, the certificate must be issued in the original by the Principal/Vice-Principal/Controlling Authority with the seal of the school and examination centre. If the certificate is missing any of these details or is not signed and sealed, it will be rejected. If you studied at a Patrachar Vidyalaya or National Institute of Open Schooling, the certificate must explicitly state this and confirm your regular attendance.

• Issued by: Principal/Vice-Principal/Controlling Authority of the school last attended
• Must include: (1) Regular student status and class range, (2) 11th class study confirmation (if applicable), (3) 12th class study confirmation (if applicable), (4) 12th class exam board and system, (5) School recognition status, (6) Whether school is in Delhi NCT (Yes/No), (7) DOB as per school records
• Must be signed and sealed by: Principal/Vice-Principal/Controlling Authority with school seal
• Must be issued: In original with school seal and examination centre seal
• For open schooling: Must explicitly state Patrachar Vidyalaya or National Institute of Open Schooling
• Trap: Missing signature, seal, or any required detail = rejection; certificate must be original, not photocopy

Surety Bond for MBBS/BDS Courses

Every student admitted to an MBBS or BDS course at a Delhi medical college must execute a Surety Bond. This is a legal document in which you and two sureties (typically your parents or guardians) agree to certain conditions and undertake financial liability. The bond is typed on non-judicial stamp paper of Rs. 100 (Rupees One Hundred only) and must be duly attested by a Notary Public.

The bond states that you have applied for and been admitted to an MBBS or BDS course at a named college under the University of Delhi. You undertake that you will undergo the course on a full-time basis and maintain the required standard of performance. You also agree not to indulge in any act of indiscipline or misconduct. The bond specifies that if you surrender your seat in violation of AACCC (Admission and Academic Council Committee) rules or instructions after joining the institution, or if you leave the course before completion, or if your admission is cancelled or terminated by the University due to unsatisfactory performance or misconduct, you will be liable to pay a sum of Rs. 3.0 lakhs (Rupees Three Lakhs only) to the college/institution.

The bond is executed by two sureties, each of whom agrees to stand as surety, severally and jointly, for the payment of the said amount. Each surety must provide their name, present address, permanent address, pin code, Aadhaar number, and mobile number. Both the student and each surety must sign the bond. If the student is a minor, the natural guardian or father must also sign on behalf of the student.

The bond is valid from the date of execution and remains in force throughout your course. If you fail to pay the surety amount on demand, the college/institution or the University of Delhi can take legal action to recover the amount. The bond is a binding legal document, and failure to comply with its terms can result in serious financial and legal consequences. Ensure you understand the terms fully before signing, and ensure your sureties are aware of their financial liability.

• Format: Non-judicial stamp paper of Rs. 100, duly attested by Notary Public
• Parties: Student, two sureties (typically parents/guardians), college/institution, University of Delhi
• Student undertakes: Full-time course completion, maintenance of required performance standard, no indiscipline or misconduct
• Liability: Rs. 3.0 lakhs (Rupees Three Lakhs only) if student surrenders seat in violation of rules, leaves course before completion, or admission is cancelled/terminated
• Sureties: Two sureties stand jointly and severally liable for payment; each must provide name, addresses, pin, Aadhaar, mobile
• Signatures: Student, both sureties, and (if student is minor) natural guardian/father must sign
• Validity: From date of execution throughout the course
• Trap: Failure to pay surety amount on demand = legal action by college/University; bond is binding and enforceable

Common Mistakes That Lead to Certificate Rejection

Certificates are rejected during counselling for specific, preventable reasons. Understanding these traps now will save you from last-minute rejections. The most common mistake is submitting a certificate that does not match the prescribed format. For example, a disability certificate issued by a medical authority but not in Form-II format, or an SC/ST certificate that does not reference the specific Constitutional Order, will be flagged as invalid.

A second major trap is missing or incomplete information. If your disability certificate does not include the percentage of disability in both words and figures, or if your EWS certificate does not explicitly state that you are not SC/ST/OBC, the certificate will be rejected. Similarly, if your school principal's certificate is missing the school seal or the principal's signature, it will be rejected. Always cross-check every field before submitting.

A third trap is submitting a certificate from an authority not empowered to issue it. For example, if your SC/ST certificate is issued by a Tehsildar but the state rules specify that only the District Magistrate can issue it, the certificate may be rejected. Similarly, if your medical fitness certificate is issued by a doctor who is not registered with the Medical Council, it will be rejected. Always verify that the issuing authority is competent to issue the certificate.

A fourth trap is category mismatch. If you are SC/ST/OBC, you cannot claim EWS benefits. If you are in the creamy layer, you cannot claim OBC-NCL benefits. If you do not fall into one of the nine priority categories for ECC, you cannot submit an ECC. Submitting a certificate claiming a category you do not qualify for will result in rejection and possible disqualification from the entire admission process.

A fifth trap is outdated or expired certificates. Some certificates are valid only for a specific year or period. If your EWS certificate is dated for the previous financial year, it may not be accepted. Always check the validity period and ensure your certificate is current. If in doubt, obtain a fresh certificate from the issuing authority.

• Format mismatch: Certificate not in prescribed format = rejection
• Missing information: Incomplete fields (e.g., disability percentage, caste order, income status) = rejection
• Wrong authority: Certificate issued by authority not empowered to issue it = rejection
• Category mismatch: Claiming category you don't qualify for (e.g., EWS if SC/ST/OBC, OBC-NCL if creamy layer) = rejection and possible disqualification
• Expired/outdated: Certificate not current or outside validity period = rejection
• No seal/signature: Certificate missing official seal or authority signature = rejection
• Unregistered issuer: Certificate from unregistered doctor or unauthorized official = rejection
• Photocopy instead of original: School principal certificate must be original, not photocopy = rejection

Step-by-Step: How to Obtain Each Certificate

Start now — do not wait until counselling begins. Each certificate takes time to obtain, and delays can cost you your seat. Here is the step-by-step process for each certificate.

**Disability Certificate (Form-II):** Visit your nearest government hospital or the medical authority authorized by your state to issue disability certificates. Bring your identity proof, proof of residence, and a recent passport-size photograph. Request the certificate in Form-II format. The doctor will examine you, determine your disability percentage, and issue the certificate. This typically takes 1–2 weeks. If you have a private disability certificate, get it reissued in the prescribed Form-II format by a government medical authority.

**SC/ST Certificate:** Visit the District Magistrate's office or Sub-Divisional Officer's office in your district. Bring your identity proof, proof of residence, and proof of your caste (such as a caste certificate from your village or a school record). Submit an application for an SC/ST certificate. The authority will verify your details and issue the certificate. This typically takes 2–4 weeks. If you have migrated to Delhi, also obtain a migration certificate from your previous state.

**OBC-NCL Certificate:** Visit the District Magistrate's office or Sub-Divisional Officer's office in your district. Bring your identity proof, proof of residence, proof of your community (such as a community certificate from your village), and proof of income/assets (such as income tax returns or property documents). Submit an application for an OBC-NCL certificate. The authority will verify that you are not in the creamy layer and issue the certificate. This typically takes 2–4 weeks.

**EWS Certificate:** Visit the Tehsildar's office or Sub-Divisional Officer's office in your district. Bring your identity proof, proof of residence, and proof of income/assets (such as income tax returns, salary slips, or property documents). Submit an application for an EWS certificate. The authority will verify your income and assets and issue the certificate. This typically takes 2–4 weeks.

**Educational Concession Certificate (ECC):** If you are a defence ward, contact the Ministry of Defence or the state defence welfare office. Bring your identity proof, your parent's service documents (such as discharge certificate or service record), and proof of your relationship to your parent. Submit an application for an ECC. The authority will verify your eligibility and issue the certificate. This typically takes 2–4 weeks.

**Medical Fitness Certificate:** Visit a Registered Medical Practitioner (RMP) — you can use your family doctor or a doctor at a government hospital. Bring your identity proof. The doctor will conduct a clinical examination and issue the certificate in the prescribed format. This typically takes 1–2 days.

**School Principal Certificate:** Contact the Principal of the school you last attended. Request a certificate in the prescribed format. The Principal will issue the certificate with the school seal and their signature. This typically takes 1–2 days. If your school is closed or you cannot contact the Principal, contact the Board of Education or the state education authority for assistance.

**Surety Bond:** Once you are admitted to a college, the college will provide you with the surety bond template. You, your two sureties, and a Notary Public will sign and attest the bond. This typically takes 1–2 days. Ensure your sureties understand their financial liability before signing.

Frequently asked questions

You now have the complete guide to every certificate required for Delhi MBBS/BDS admission 2026. Download and save these prescribed formats immediately. Start obtaining your certificates now — do not wait until counselling begins. Verify that each certificate matches the prescribed format exactly, includes all required information, is signed and sealed by the competent authority, and is current and valid. If you have any doubts about your eligibility for a particular category (SC/ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, ECC) or the format of a certificate, contact the issuing authority or the Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Delhi before submitting. A single missing detail or format mismatch can result in rejection and cost you your seat.