The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has announced the 2nd Round of online counselling for postgraduate medical courses (MD, MS, Diploma and DNB) under state quota seats, based on NEET-PG 2026 results. This is a critical window for candidates who did not secure a seat in Round 1 or who wish to upgrade their specialty or college choice. The application window opens on 14 November 2026 and closes on 17 November 2026. Candidates must apply online, upload required certificates, and pay the applicable fees during this period. The merit list will be published on 18 November, and choice filling will take place from 21–24 November, with seat allotment on 25 November.
Apply online with all required certificates and pay fees by 17 November 2026 to participate in Jharkhand's Round 2 NEET-PG counselling; candidates already in Round 1 merit list do not need to reapply.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is Round 2 Counselling and Who Should Apply?
Round 2 counselling is the second phase of seat allocation for postgraduate medical courses in Jharkhand under state quota. It is open to all candidates who qualified in NEET-PG 2026 and are eligible for admission to MD, MS, Diploma, or DNB programmes. This round is particularly important for candidates who did not participate in Round 1, did not get a seat in Round 1, or wish to change their specialty or college choice.
Candidates who were already included in the state merit list of Round 1 counselling do not need to submit a fresh application. They can directly participate in online registration and choice filling for Round 2 by logging into the counselling portal. However, all other eligible candidates must apply during the specified window.
Important Dates: Application, Merit List, and Allotment
The timeline for Round 2 is compressed but critical. You must complete all steps within the given windows to secure a seat. Missing any deadline will result in your exclusion from that stage.
| Activity | Schedule Date |
|---|---|
| Online form filling & document uploading | 14 November 2026 to 17 November 2026 |
| Publication of Provisional State Merit List for Round 2 | 18 November 2026 |
| Objection on Provisional Merit List (if discrepancy in rank) | 19 November 2026 |
| Publication of Final State Merit List for Round 2 | 20 November 2026 |
| Online Registration & Choice Filling for Seat Allotment | 21 November 2026 to 24 November 2026 |
| Issue of Provisional Seat Allotment Letter | 25 November 2026 |
| Certificate Verification and admission in institute | 26 November 2026 to 30 November 2026 |
How to Apply: Step-by-Step Process
All applications must be submitted online through the official JCECEB website at http://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in. The process is straightforward but requires careful attention to detail.
To apply, visit the website and click on the tab labeled 'Click Here for All Application Submission – JCECEB - 2026'. Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational, and NEET-PG details. Upload all required certificates in the specified format (see the 'Documents Required' section below). After uploading documents, you must pay the applicable fees (see the 'Fees' section). Your application is complete only after successful payment. Keep a copy of your application receipt and reference number for future correspondence.
- Visit http://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in
- Click on 'Click Here for All Application Submission – JCECEB - 2026' tab
- Fill the online application form completely and accurately
- Upload all required certificates in the correct format
- Pay the applicable registration and counselling fees
- Save your application receipt and reference number
Documents Required: What You Must Upload
The notice specifies strict requirements for certificates. Certificates issued by anyone other than a Sub Divisional Officer (Civil) or the Deputy Commissioner of Jharkhand State will not be accepted and will result in automatic rejection of your claim. This is a critical trap: if your caste or other category certificate is issued by any other authority, your application will be rejected, and you will lose your seat and security deposit.
For caste certificates, BC-I and BC-II candidates claiming reservation must ensure their certificate clearly states that they do not belong to the 'creamy layer'. If this is not mentioned, your claim for reservation will be rejected. The Board has provided certificate formats on its website under the 'Download' column—use only these formats to avoid rejection.
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All certificates must be uploaded in the format specified by the Board. Ensure you have scanned clear, legible copies of all documents before you begin the application. Do not attempt to upload documents after the deadline; the portal will close automatically.
- Caste/category certificate issued ONLY by Sub Divisional Officer (Civil) or Deputy Commissioner of Jharkhand State
- For BC-I and BC-II candidates: certificate must explicitly state 'does not belong to creamy layer'
- NEET-PG 2026 admit card and result
- MBBS degree certificate or provisional certificate
- Medical registration certificate (if available)
- Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, or passport)
- All documents in the format specified on the Board's website (available under 'Download' column)
Application and Counselling Fees: What You Must Pay
You must pay three separate fees: Application/Registration Fee, Counselling Fee, and Security Deposit. All payments are made online through the payment gateway using Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking. The fees vary by category and institution type.
| Fee Type | Category | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Application/Registration Fee | General / EWS / BC-I / BC-II | 1,000 |
| Application/Registration Fee | SC / ST / Female candidate of all categories | 500 |
| Application/Registration Fee | Divyang candidate | — |
| Counselling Fee | General / EWS / BC-I / BC-II | 2,000 |
| Counselling Fee | SC / ST / Female candidate of all categories | 1,200 |
| Security Deposit (Government institution) | UR/EWS | 30,000 |
| Security Deposit (Government institution) | ST/SC/OBC/PWD | 15,000 |
| Security Deposit (Private Medical College) | All categories | 2,00,000 |
| Security Deposit (Private Dental College) | All categories | 1,00,000 |
| Security Deposit (Both Government & Private) | Medical College | 2,00,000 |
| Security Deposit (Both Government & Private) | Dental College | 1,00,000 |
| Security Deposit (Stray/Mop-up) | All categories | 50,000 |
Understanding Security Deposit: When You Get It Back
The security deposit is a refundable amount held by the Board to ensure you join the allotted seat. However, there are strict conditions for refund. If you do not join the allotted seat after Round 2 or any subsequent round, your security deposit will be forfeited. Additionally, if you provide false information during registration or fail to present the required original certificates at the time of admission, your security deposit will not be refunded.
Your security deposit will be refunded only if you have taken valid admission and no seat is allotted to you in any stage of counselling. In other words, if you secure a seat and join, the deposit is returned; if you do not join, it is forfeited. Plan your finances accordingly and ensure you are ready to join before you apply.
- Security deposit is forfeited if you do not join after seat allotment
- Security deposit is forfeited if you provide false information at registration
- Security deposit is forfeited if you do not present original certificates at admission
- Security deposit is refunded only if you take valid admission and no seat is allotted in any counselling stage
Reservation and Category Eligibility
Jharkhand applies its current reservation policies and rules for Round 2 counselling. The state recognizes General, EWS (Economically Weaker Section), BC-I (Backward Class-I), BC-II (Backward Class-II), SC (Scheduled Caste), and ST (Scheduled Tribe) categories. Female candidates of all categories receive a reduced application and counselling fee.
To claim reservation, you must possess a valid category certificate issued by the authorized authority (Sub Divisional Officer or Deputy Commissioner of Jharkhand). For BC-I and BC-II candidates, the certificate must explicitly state that you do not belong to the creamy layer. Without this statement, your reservation claim will be rejected. Divyang (Person with Disability) candidates are exempt from application fees but must provide valid disability certificate.
- General category: full fees apply
- EWS: same fees as General
- BC-I and BC-II: must have 'non-creamy layer' certificate
- SC/ST: reduced fees (₹500 application, ₹1,200 counselling)
- Female candidates of all categories: reduced fees
- Divyang candidates: exempt from application fees
Merit List and Objection Process
After the application window closes, the Board will publish a Provisional State Merit List on 18 November 2026. This list ranks all eligible candidates based on their NEET-PG 2026 score. You must check this list carefully to verify that your rank is correct and your name is spelled correctly.
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If you find any discrepancy or anomaly in your merit rank, you have only one day—19 November 2026—to file an objection. Send an email to controller.jceceb@gmail.com with supporting documents explaining the error. After reviewing objections, the Board will publish the Final State Merit List on 20 November 2026. This final list is used for choice filling and seat allotment. No further objections are entertained after 19 November.
- Provisional Merit List published: 18 November 2026
- Objection window: 19 November 2026 only
- Email objections to: controller.jceceb@gmail.com
- Include supporting documents with your objection
- Final Merit List published: 20 November 2026
- No objections accepted after 19 November
Choice Filling and Seat Allotment
Once the Final Merit List is published on 20 November, you can log into the counselling portal and fill your choices of colleges and specialties. The choice-filling window is 21–24 November 2026. You must rank the available seats in order of your preference. The Board's algorithm will then allocate seats based on your merit rank and your choice preferences.
On 25 November 2026, the Board will issue a Provisional Seat Allotment Letter showing which seat has been allocated to you. This is provisional—it becomes final only after you complete certificate verification and join the institute. If you do not join by 30 November 2026, your seat will be cancelled and your security deposit forfeited.
- Log into the counselling portal using your application credentials
- Rank colleges and specialties in order of preference
- Submit your choices by 24 November 2026
- Provisional Seat Allotment Letter issued: 25 November 2026
- Certificate verification and joining: 26–30 November 2026
- Failure to join by 30 November results in seat cancellation
Certificate Verification and Admission
After receiving your Provisional Seat Allotment Letter, you must report to the allotted medical college between 26 and 30 November 2026 for certificate verification and final admission. Bring all original certificates—MBBS degree, NEET-PG admit card and result, caste/category certificate, medical registration certificate, and identity proof. The college will verify these documents against the copies you uploaded during application.
If any original certificate is missing or does not match the uploaded copy, your admission will be cancelled and your security deposit will be forfeited. This is a critical step: do not delay or miss this window. Once your certificates are verified and you are admitted, your security deposit will be refunded after the counselling process is complete.
- Report to allotted college between 26–30 November 2026
- Bring all original certificates for verification
- Certificates must match the uploaded copies exactly
- Missing or mismatched certificates result in admission cancellation
- Security deposit forfeited if admission is cancelled
- Security deposit refunded after successful admission and counselling completion
Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected
The most common reason for rejection is uploading a caste or category certificate issued by an authority other than the Sub Divisional Officer (Civil) or Deputy Commissioner of Jharkhand. If your certificate is from any other source—a municipal corporation, a taluk office, or a private notary—it will be rejected. Verify the issuing authority before you upload.
For BC-I and BC-II candidates, the second major trap is a caste certificate that does not explicitly state 'does not belong to creamy layer'. Even if you are genuinely non-creamy layer, if the certificate does not say so in writing, your reservation claim will be rejected. Check your certificate carefully.
A third common error is uploading documents in the wrong format or with poor image quality. The Board has specified formats on its website—use only those. Blurry, rotated, or incomplete scans are often rejected. Ensure all documents are clear, legible, and in the correct orientation before uploading.
Finally, many candidates miss the objection window or the choice-filling deadline. These are hard deadlines—the portal closes automatically. Mark these dates on your calendar and plan to complete each step at least one day before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
- ⚠️ Caste certificate from wrong authority → automatic rejection
- ⚠️ BC-I/BC-II certificate without 'non-creamy layer' statement → reservation rejected
- ⚠️ Documents in wrong format or poor quality → rejection
- ⚠️ Missing objection or choice-filling deadline → exclusion from that stage
- ⚠️ False information at registration → security deposit forfeited
- ⚠️ Missing original certificates at verification → admission cancelled
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
I was already in the Round 1 merit list. Do I need to apply again for Round 2?
No. Candidates already enlisted in the Round 1 state merit list do not need to submit a fresh application. You can directly participate in online registration and choice filling for Round 2 by logging into the counselling portal using your existing credentials. The eligibility criteria remain the same as per the Round 1 advertisement.
What is the application window for Round 2, and what happens if I miss it?
The application window is 14–17 November 2026. You must fill the online form, upload all required certificates, and pay fees within this window. If you miss this deadline, you cannot participate in Round 2. The portal will close automatically on 17 November at the specified time, and no late applications will be accepted.
My caste certificate is issued by the municipal corporation, not the Sub Divisional Officer. Will it be accepted?
No. The notice explicitly states that certificates issued by anyone other than the Sub Divisional Officer (Civil) or Deputy Commissioner of Jharkhand State will not be entertained and will lead to rejection of your claim. You must obtain a fresh certificate from the authorized authority before applying. This is a critical requirement—do not attempt to upload a certificate from any other source.
I am a BC-I candidate. What must my caste certificate say to claim reservation?
Your BC-I or BC-II caste certificate must explicitly state that you 'do not belong to creamy layer'. If this statement is not clearly mentioned in your certificate, your reservation claim will be rejected, and you will be considered in the General category. Check your certificate carefully before uploading.
What are the total fees I need to pay, and how do I pay them?
You must pay three fees: Application/Registration Fee (₹1,000 for General/EWS/BC, ₹500 for SC/ST/Female), Counselling Fee (₹2,000 for General/EWS/BC, ₹1,200 for SC/ST/Female), and Security Deposit (₹30,000–₹50,000 depending on institution type and category). All payments are made online through the payment gateway using Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking. The total will be calculated based on your category and the institution type you choose.
When will the merit list be published, and what should I do if I find an error in my rank?
The Provisional Merit List will be published on 18 November 2026. If you find any discrepancy or anomaly in your merit rank, you must file an objection by 19 November 2026 only. Send an email to controller.jceceb@gmail.com with supporting documents. The Final Merit List will be published on 20 November 2026. No objections are accepted after 19 November.
When do I fill my choices of colleges and specialties, and what happens after that?
You fill your choices during the online registration and choice-filling window from 21–24 November 2026. Rank the available seats in order of your preference. The Board will allocate seats based on your merit rank and your choices. Your Provisional Seat Allotment Letter will be issued on 25 November 2026. You must then report to the allotted college for certificate verification and admission between 26–30 November 2026.
What happens if I do not join the allotted seat after Round 2?
If you do not join the allotted seat by 30 November 2026, your security deposit will be forfeited, and your seat will be cancelled. You will not be eligible for any further rounds of counselling. Additionally, if you provide false information during registration or fail to present the required original certificates at admission, your security deposit will not be refunded.
When will my security deposit be refunded?
Your security deposit will be refunded only if you have taken valid admission and no seat is allotted to you in any subsequent stage of counselling. If you join the allotted seat, the deposit is returned after the counselling process is complete. If you do not join, the deposit is forfeited.
What documents must I bring for certificate verification at the college?
Bring all original certificates: MBBS degree certificate or provisional certificate, NEET-PG 2026 admit card and result, caste/category certificate, medical registration certificate (if available), and identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, or passport). These must match the copies you uploaded during application. Missing or mismatched documents will result in admission cancellation and forfeiture of your security deposit.
Can I participate in Round 2 if I am a Divyang (Person with Disability) candidate?
Yes. Divyang candidates are eligible to participate in Round 2. You are exempt from application fees but must still pay the counselling fee and security deposit. You must provide a valid disability certificate issued by the authorized authority.
What is the website where I submit my application, and how do I access it?
The official website is http://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in. Visit the site and click on the tab labeled 'Click Here for All Application Submission – JCECEB - 2026' to access the application form. Fill the form, upload documents, and pay fees online through the payment gateway.
Act immediately: the application window closes on 17 November 2026. Gather all required certificates now, verify that your caste certificate is issued by the Sub Divisional Officer or Deputy Commissioner of Jharkhand, and ensure it contains the required statements (especially 'non-creamy layer' for BC candidates). Log into http://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in, fill the application form, upload documents in the correct format, and pay all three fees (registration, counselling, and security deposit) before the deadline. After the merit list is published on 18 November, check for errors and file objections by 19 November if needed. Then fill your choices from 21–24 November and report to your allotted college for certificate verification by 30 November. Missing any deadline will exclude you from that stage.
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