The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala has published the final merit and category lists for postgraduate medical admissions in 2026. This is a critical milestone in the Kerala NEET PG counselling process—your position on this list determines your eligibility for seat allotment and the specialties you can pursue. If you applied for Kerala PG medical courses, you must now verify your details, check your category status, and complete option registration before the deadline. Any errors in your merit or category placement must be flagged immediately, as the allotment process will proceed based on these lists.
Check your final merit and category status on the CEE Kerala portal immediately, verify all details for accuracy, and complete option registration by October 31, 10 AM—missing this deadline will exclude you from allotment.
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Unlock My College ListWhen Was the Final Merit List Released and Where to Access It?
The CEE Kerala released the final merit and category lists on October 29, 2026. These lists are now live on the official CEE Kerala website (cee.kerala.gov.in) and can be accessed through the PG Medical Candidate Portal 2026.
This release came three days after the provisional merit list was published on October 26, giving candidates a brief window to flag errors before the final version was locked. The final lists are the authoritative documents that will govern all subsequent allotment and admission decisions.
How to Check Your Final Merit and Category Status
Accessing your final merit and category details is straightforward but requires careful attention. You will need to log into the PG Medical Candidate Portal 2026 using your credentials, then navigate to your profile to view your assigned merit rank, category classification, and any special quota status (such as PwD or Service Quota).
Once you have located your details, download and save a copy for your records. This document will be essential during option registration and for future reference during the allotment and joining process.
- Visit cee.kerala.gov.in
- Go to the PG Medical 2026 section
- Open the PG Medical Candidate Portal 2026
- Log in with your credentials
- View and download your final merit and category details
What Does the Category List Include and Why It Matters
The category list specifies your eligibility for reserved seats and fee concessions based on your nativity, caste, religion, or other applicable criteria. This classification directly affects which seats you can compete for during counselling. For example, if you are eligible for a reserved category, you will have access to both general and reserved seat pools; if you are classified as general, you can only compete for unreserved seats.
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The list also includes your NRI (Non-Resident Indian) status if applicable. NRI candidates are typically placed in a separate merit list and have different seat availability and fee structures. Verifying your category status is therefore not a formality—it is essential to understanding your actual seat options.
Nativity Certificate Issues: What to Do If Your Category Is Withheld
Some candidates may find that their category status has been withheld or flagged due to defects in their nativity certificate or supporting documents. CEE Kerala has explicitly stated that such candidates are being given an opportunity to correct these defects before the option registration deadline (October 31, 10 AM).
However, CEE Kerala has also made clear that any claims that have already been cancelled will not be restored. This means if your category claim was rejected in the provisional list and you did not appeal or correct it then, you cannot reverse that decision now. If your category is currently withheld, contact CEE Kerala immediately with corrected documents; do not assume it will be resolved automatically.
- If your category is withheld, submit corrected nativity certificate or supporting documents before October 31, 10 AM
- Cancelled claims cannot be restored—act quickly if your status is flagged
- Ensure all eligibility documents are complete and error-free
Critical Deadline: Option Registration Closes October 31 at 10 AM
The most important date for you right now is October 31, 2026, at 10 AM. This is the final deadline for option registration—the process by which you rank your preferred specialties and colleges in order of choice. Your options, combined with your merit rank and category, will determine which seat you are allotted.
Missing this deadline means you will not be considered for allotment in the first round and may lose your seat entirely. There is no grace period or extension for option registration. If you have not yet registered your options, do so immediately after verifying your merit and category details.
- Option registration deadline: October 31, 2026, 10 AM
- Register your preferred specialties and colleges in order of choice
- Missing the deadline excludes you from allotment
- No extensions or grace periods are granted
What Happens After Option Registration: The Allotment Timeline
Once option registration closes, CEE Kerala will process all registered options and generate the allotment list. The exact date for allotment and joining has not yet been announced—CEE Kerala has stated it will be notified separately. This means you should monitor the official website regularly for updates on when allotment results will be released and when you must join your allotted college.
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The allotment process is entirely merit-based and automated. Your final merit rank, your category, your registered options, and the availability of seats in each specialty and college determine your allotment. There is no manual intervention or negotiation once the process begins.
- Allotment date: To be notified by CEE Kerala
- Allotment is merit-based and automated
- Your rank, category, options, and seat availability determine your allotment
- Monitor the official website for allotment schedule
Key Dates in the Kerala NEET PG 2026 Counselling Timeline
Understanding the full timeline helps you plan your next steps. The application process ran from October 12 to October 24, 2026. The provisional merit list was released on October 26, followed by the start of option registration on October 27. The final merit list came out on October 29, and option registration closes on October 31 at 10 AM. After that, the allotment schedule will be announced separately.
This compressed timeline means there is very little room for error or delay. If you have not yet verified your details or registered your options, treat this as urgent.
- Application period: October 12–24, 2026
- Provisional merit list: October 26, 2026
- Option registration begins: October 27, 2026
- Final merit list: October 29, 2026
- Option registration deadline: October 31, 2026, 10 AM
- Allotment schedule: To be notified
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application process began | October 12, 2026 |
| Application deadline | October 24, 2026 |
| Provisional merit and category list | October 26, 2026 |
| Phase 1 option registration begins | October 27, 2026 |
| Final merit and category list | October 29, 2026 |
| Option registration deadline | October 31, 2026, 10 AM |
| Allotment/joining schedule | To be notified |
What to Do Right Now: Your Action Checklist
Do not delay. Log into the PG Medical Candidate Portal 2026 today and verify your final merit rank, category status, and any special quota eligibility. Cross-check all details against your application. If you spot any error—wrong name, incorrect category, missing quota status—contact CEE Kerala immediately with supporting documents.
Once you have verified your details, proceed to option registration. Rank your preferred specialties and colleges carefully. Consider your merit rank, your career goals, and the realistic seat availability in each specialty. Submit your options well before the October 31, 10 AM deadline. After submission, download and save your option registration confirmation. Then monitor the official website for the allotment schedule.
- Log into the portal and verify all details today
- Check merit rank, category, and quota status
- Report any errors to CEE Kerala immediately
- Register your options before October 31, 10 AM
- Rank specialties and colleges carefully
- Download your option registration confirmation
- Monitor the website for allotment schedule
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
Where can I check my final merit list for Kerala NEET PG 2026?
You can check your final merit list on the official CEE Kerala website (cee.kerala.gov.in) by logging into the PG Medical Candidate Portal 2026 with your credentials. The final merit and category lists were released on October 29, 2026.
What is the deadline for option registration in Kerala NEET PG 2026?
The option registration deadline is October 31, 2026, at 10 AM. This is a hard deadline—missing it will exclude you from allotment. There are no extensions or grace periods.
What should I do if my category status is withheld or flagged?
If your category is withheld due to defects in your nativity certificate or supporting documents, you have until October 31, 10 AM to submit corrected documents to CEE Kerala. However, if your category claim has already been cancelled, it cannot be restored. Act immediately if your status is flagged.
How is my final merit rank determined, and what does it mean for my seat allotment?
Your final merit rank is determined by your NEET PG score and your category. This rank, combined with your registered options and the availability of seats in each specialty and college, determines which seat you are allotted. The allotment process is entirely automated and merit-based.
When will the allotment results be announced?
The exact date for allotment has not yet been announced. CEE Kerala has stated that the allotment and joining schedule will be notified separately. Monitor the official website regularly for updates.
What is the difference between the provisional and final merit lists?
The provisional merit list was released on October 26 to allow candidates to verify their details and flag errors. The final merit list, released on October 29, incorporates any corrections and is the authoritative list used for allotment. Candidates had a brief window to appeal or correct errors between the two releases.
Can I change my options after I register them?
The source does not specify whether options can be modified after registration. However, given the tight deadline (October 31, 10 AM), it is safest to assume that once you submit your options, they are locked. Register carefully and do not assume you can change them later.
What does NRI status mean, and how does it affect my seat allotment?
NRI (Non-Resident Indian) status is noted in the category list. NRI candidates are typically placed in a separate merit list and have different seat availability and fee structures compared to Indian citizens. If you are classified as NRI, you will compete for seats in the NRI category only.
Your final merit list is now live—verify your details immediately and complete option registration by October 31, 10 AM. This is the most critical step in your path to a PG seat. Monitor the CEE Kerala website for the allotment schedule, which will be announced separately.
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