Gujarat NEET PG 2026 In-Service Merit List: Cutoffs & Top Ranks

The Admission Committee for Professional Post Graduate Medical Educational Courses (ACPPGMEC), Government of Gujarat, has released the provisional in-service merit list for MD, MS, and Diploma courses for the 2026-27 academic year. This list shows the top-ranked in-service candidates (doctors already employed in government or private institutions) who have qualified for postgraduate medical admission in Gujarat. The merit list includes 12 candidates ranked by their NEET PG scores and all-India overall rank. Importantly, this is a provisional list — your reserved category claim is subject to final verification by the Gujarat State competent authority. The cutoff scores for different categories are also published, which will guide future counselling rounds.

What is this merit list and who does it apply to?

This is the provisional in-service merit list for MD, MS, and Diploma postgraduate medical courses in Gujarat for the 2026-27 session. 'In-service' means this list is exclusively for doctors who are already employed — either in government medical colleges, government hospitals, private medical colleges, or private hospitals. If you are a fresh MBBS graduate with no employment, you are NOT eligible for this list; you will appear in the general merit list instead.

The list ranks 12 in-service candidates by their NEET PG 2026 score and all-India overall rank. Each candidate is assigned an in-service rank (1 to 12 in this provisional list) and shown their pass institute (the medical college where they studied MBBS). The list also notes any special eligibility — for example, whether a candidate is eligible for NRI seats, reserved category seats, or both.

Important: This is a provisional list — what does that mean?

The word 'provisional' is critical. It means this list is NOT final. Two things can still change: (1) Your claim of reserved category (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, or PwD) is subject to final verification by the competent authority of Gujarat State. If your caste or disability certificate is found to be invalid or fraudulent during verification, you will be moved to the general category or removed from the list. (2) The list may be updated if errors are found, if additional candidates become eligible, or if appeals are processed.

Do NOT assume your position on this provisional list is guaranteed. Wait for the final merit list before making any decisions about which college or speciality to choose. If you are on this list, keep your documents (caste certificate, disability certificate, employment proof, MBBS degree) ready for verification.

Cutoff scores by category — what do they mean?

The notice publishes three cutoff scores — the minimum NEET PG score needed to qualify for each category:

These cutoffs apply to the in-service merit list. If your NEET PG score is at or above the cutoff for your category, you are eligible to appear in counselling for in-service seats. If your score is below the cutoff, you will not be called for counselling in this category, even if you are employed. The cutoff is the gateway — without meeting it, you cannot proceed.

• General/EWS: 262 score
• SC/ST/OBC: 226 score
• PwD (Persons with Disability): 244 score

Understanding the remarks column — what do the numbers mean?

The 'Remark' column in the merit list uses numbers to flag special eligibility. These numbers tell you which seats a candidate is eligible for. Here is what each number means:

For example, if a candidate has remark '-1', they are eligible for only reserved category seats (their own SC/ST/OBC/EWS category). If they have '-1-5', they are eligible for both reserved category seats AND NRI seats. If there is no remark, the candidate is eligible for general merit seats. These remarks determine which seats you can be offered during counselling — if you are marked as eligible for only NRI seats, you cannot be offered a general merit seat even if one is available.

• No remark: eligible for general merit seats
• -1: eligible for only reserved category seats (your own SC/ST/OBC/EWS category)
• -3: eligible for only NRI seats
• -4: eligible for NRI + GQ (Gujarat Quota) + MQ (Merit Quota) seats
• -5: eligible for only in-service candidate seats
• -1-5: eligible for both reserved category seats AND in-service seats
• -1-3: eligible for reserved category seats AND NRI seats

What is the difference between 'GEN MERIT' rank and 'CAT MERIT' rank?

'GEN MERIT' rank is your rank among ALL candidates (general and reserved) in the all-India NEET PG merit list. 'CAT MERIT' rank is your rank within your own reserved category (if you belong to SC, ST, OBC, or EWS). For example, if you are SC and your GEN MERIT rank is 4348, but your CAT MERIT rank is SE-1044 (where SE stands for Socially and Educationally backward), it means you are ranked 4348 overall but 1044 among SC candidates.

During counselling, you will be offered seats based on your CAT MERIT rank if you are in a reserved category, or your GEN MERIT rank if you are general/EWS. Reserved category candidates are called in order of their CAT MERIT rank, not their GEN MERIT rank. This is why two candidates with very different GEN MERIT ranks can both be on the same merit list — they are competing in different categories.

How to check if you are on this list

To find yourself on the merit list, look for your User ID or Roll Number in the table. Your User ID is the unique identifier assigned to you when you registered for NEET PG 2026. Your Roll Number is your NEET PG exam roll number. If you find your name and rank, note down: (1) your in-service rank (the number in the 'IN Service' column), (2) your all-India overall rank, (3) your NEET PG score, (4) your pass institute (the college where you did MBBS), and (5) any remarks about your eligibility.

If you do NOT find your name on this list, it could mean: (1) you are not an in-service candidate (you are a fresh graduate), (2) your NEET PG score is below the cutoff for your category, (3) your employment status could not be verified, or (4) there is an error in your registration. Contact ACPPGMEC immediately if you believe you should be on the list.

What happens next? Timeline and counselling

This provisional merit list is released on 22 October 2026. The next steps will be announced by ACPPGMEC in a separate notification. Typically, after the merit list is released, the authority will: (1) invite objections or appeals if you believe there is an error in your rank or eligibility, (2) publish the final merit list after resolving appeals, (3) announce the counselling schedule (dates for choice filling, seat allotment, and joining), and (4) begin the counselling process.

Keep checking the ACPPGMEC website (medadmgujarat.ncode.in) regularly for updates. Do not miss any deadline — if you fail to fill your choices or report for joining by the announced date, you may lose your seat. In-service counselling may happen in separate rounds or may be integrated with general counselling; the authority will clarify this in the next notification.

Reserved category eligibility — what you must verify

If you are claiming a reserved category (SC, ST, OBC, or EWS), your eligibility is PROVISIONAL. This means the Gujarat State competent authority will verify your caste or EWS certificate during the counselling process. If your certificate is found to be invalid, forged, or issued incorrectly, you will be removed from the reserved category list and moved to the general category. Your rank will change, and you may not qualify for counselling.

To avoid rejection, ensure your caste certificate: (1) is issued by the correct authority (District Magistrate or Collector for SC/ST, or the prescribed authority for OBC/EWS), (2) shows your name, date of birth, and caste/community correctly, (3) is not older than the validity period set by your state, and (4) matches the information in your NEET PG registration. If you have any doubt about your certificate, get it verified by the issuing authority BEFORE counselling begins.

PwD (Persons with Disability) candidates — special eligibility

If you are a PwD candidate, you have a separate cutoff score of 244 (compared to 262 for general/EWS and 226 for SC/ST/OBC). This means you need a score of at least 244 to qualify for counselling as a PwD candidate. PwD candidates are also eligible for reserved seats in addition to general seats, depending on your state's policy.

To claim PwD status, you must have a valid disability certificate issued by a medical board recognized by the government. The certificate must specify the type and percentage of disability. During counselling, you will need to produce this certificate for verification. If your disability is not recognized or your certificate is invalid, you will be treated as a general candidate and your rank will change.

NRI candidates — eligibility for NRI seats

Some candidates on this list are marked as eligible for NRI seats (remarks -3 or -4). NRI stands for Non-Resident Indian — a candidate who is an Indian citizen but holds a foreign passport or has been residing abroad. NRI seats are a separate quota, and the number of NRI seats available is limited. If you are marked as eligible for NRI seats, you can be offered an NRI seat during counselling, but only if NRI seats are available and your rank qualifies.

If you are an NRI candidate, you will need to produce proof of NRI status (foreign passport, visa, or proof of residence abroad) during counselling. The exact documents required will be specified in the counselling brochure. NRI seats typically have higher fees than general seats, so be prepared for this cost difference.

Common mistakes that get candidates rejected

Many candidates lose their seats or are rejected during counselling due to preventable errors. Here are the most common traps:

1. **Unverified or invalid caste certificate**: If your SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificate is not issued by the correct authority or is outdated, you will be rejected. Verify your certificate NOW, not during counselling.

2. **Employment status not verified**: If you claim to be in-service but cannot produce valid employment proof (appointment letter, salary slip, service certificate), you will be moved to the general merit list and your rank will drop significantly.

3. **Missing or incorrect documents**: If you do not bring all required documents (MBBS degree, NEET PG admit card, ID proof, caste/disability certificate, employment proof), your admission will be delayed or cancelled.

4. **Not meeting the cutoff score**: If your NEET PG score is below the cutoff for your category, you are not eligible for counselling, even if you are on the provisional list. The final list will remove candidates below the cutoff.

5. **Ignoring the 'provisional' status**: Do not assume your position is final. Wait for the final merit list and keep your documents ready for verification.

Colleges and specialities available for in-service candidates

The merit list shows the pass institutes (colleges where candidates studied MBBS) but does NOT show which specialities or colleges are available for counselling. The specialities and colleges available for in-service candidates will be announced in the seat matrix, which ACPPGMEC will publish separately. The seat matrix will show: (1) which medical colleges in Gujarat are participating, (2) how many seats are available in each speciality (MD, MS, Diploma), (3) how many seats are reserved for in-service candidates, and (4) the category-wise breakdown (general, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD, NRI).

In-service candidates typically have a smaller pool of seats compared to general candidates, as most seats are reserved for fresh graduates. The exact number of in-service seats will depend on the state's policy and the colleges' intake capacity. Check the seat matrix carefully to understand your options before counselling begins.

Frequently asked questions

This provisional in-service merit list is the first step in the counselling process for Gujarat NEET PG 2026-27. If you are on the list, verify that your name, rank, score, and remarks are correct. Immediately check your caste/disability certificate and employment proof for any issues — these will be verified during counselling. Keep checking the ACPPGMEC website (medadmgujarat.ncode.in) for the final merit list, seat matrix, and counselling schedule. Do not delay — missing any deadline can cost you your seat.