The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala has released the second-round provisional seat allotment for NEET UG 2026 MBBS and BDS admissions across government and self-financing colleges in the state. Candidates who have received an allotment must act quickly: they have until September 18, 2026, to pay their fees and complete joining formalities, or they will forfeit their seat permanently and become ineligible for any further allotment rounds. This article explains the timeline, what you need to do, and the critical deadlines you cannot miss.
Download your allotment memo immediately, pay the prescribed fee, and join your allotted college by 4 pm on September 18, 2026—missing this deadline means permanent loss of your seat.
When Was Round 2 Allotment Released and What Does It Cover?
CEE Kerala released the provisional Round 2 allotment on September 11, 2026, with the final allotment list published on September 12. This second phase of counselling allocates MBBS and BDS seats under the state quota in government medical and dental colleges, as well as seats in self-financing private institutions across Kerala.
The allotment process began with an option-entry window that closed on September 11 at 10 am, during which candidates could confirm, rearrange, or delete their college preferences. The final allotment reflects these choices and the merit-based ranking of candidates.
How to Download Your Kerala NEET UG Round 2 Allotment Memo
To check and download your allotment, visit the official CEE Kerala portal at cee.kerala.gov.in. Log in using your application number and password, then navigate to the allotment section and select the MBBS or BDS option to view your Round 2 status.
Once you locate your allotment, download and save the allotment memo immediately. This document is essential for fee payment, college admission, and as proof of your allocated seat. Keep a printed and digital copy for your records.
- Visit cee.kerala.gov.in
- Log in with application number and password
- Navigate to allotment section
- Select MBBS or BDS
- Download and save your allotment memo
Critical Dates: Fee Payment and Joining Deadline
Candidates allotted seats in Round 2 must complete their admission between September 14 and September 18, 2026, by 4 pm. This is a hard deadline: any candidate who fails to join within this window will lose their allotment permanently and will not be considered for any subsequent rounds of centralised allotment.
Colleges themselves must submit the list of admitted candidates through the online admission management system (OAMS) by 5 pm on September 18. This means you must physically report to your college and complete all formalities well before the college's submission deadline to ensure your name appears in the final admitted list.
- Admission window: September 14–18, 2026, up to 4 pm
- College submission deadline: 5 pm on September 18, 2026
- Missing the deadline results in permanent loss of seat
- No eligibility for further allotment rounds if you miss the deadline
How to Pay Your Fee: Government vs. Self-Financing Colleges
The fee payment process differs depending on the type of college you have been allotted. For government medical and dental colleges, you must pay the complete fee directly to CEE Kerala. For self-financing colleges, you pay the fee directly to the college itself.
For self-financing colleges, note that you may be required to pay the provisional fee applicable for the 2025–26 academic year, as the final fee structure for 2026–27 had not been confirmed at the time of the allotment notification. Any additional amount that becomes due after the final fee is approved must be paid later according to the college's revised fee schedule.
- Government colleges: Pay full fee to CEE Kerala
- Self-financing colleges: Pay fee directly to the college
- Self-financing colleges may charge provisional 2025–26 fees initially
- Additional fees for 2026–27 will be due once finalised
What to Verify Before You Pay and Join
Before making any payment or reporting to your college, carefully verify all details in your allotment memo: the name of the college, the course (MBBS or BDS), your category, and the quota under which you have been allotted. Any discrepancy should be flagged immediately.
Ensure you understand the exact fee amount you are required to pay and whether it is provisional or final. Retain your fee payment receipt along with your allotment memo—both are essential documents for your admission record and may be needed for future reference or dispute resolution.
- Verify college name and location
- Confirm course (MBBS or BDS)
- Check your category and quota
- Confirm the exact fee amount
- Keep both allotment memo and fee receipt
What Happens If You Miss the Joining Deadline?
If you do not join your allotted college and complete admission by 4 pm on September 18, 2026, your seat will be cancelled immediately. CEE Kerala's notification explicitly states that candidates who fail to join within the prescribed deadline will not be considered for any subsequent rounds of centralised allotment.
This is a permanent consequence: you cannot appeal or request a second chance. If you have a genuine emergency or medical reason that prevents you from joining on time, you must contact CEE Kerala or your college immediately to explore whether any exception or extension is possible, but no such provision is guaranteed.
- Seat cancellation is automatic if you miss the deadline
- You become ineligible for all future allotment rounds
- No second chance or appeal process is available
- Contact CEE Kerala immediately if you have a genuine emergency
Practical Steps to Take Right Now
First, log in to the CEE Kerala portal today and check whether you have received an allotment. If you have, download your allotment memo and verify all details. Next, confirm the exact fee amount and payment method (CEE Kerala for government colleges, or the college directly for self-financing institutions).
Plan your travel and accommodation if your allotted college is in a different city. Arrange to visit the college on or before September 18 to complete admission formalities. Bring all required documents (allotment memo, fee receipt, identity proof, mark sheets, and any other documents specified by the college). Finally, ensure you have a digital and printed copy of your allotment memo and fee receipt for your records.
- Check allotment status on cee.kerala.gov.in today
- Download and verify your allotment memo
- Confirm fee amount and payment method
- Plan travel if the college is in another city
- Gather all required documents
- Keep copies of allotment memo and fee receipt
Understanding the Round 2 Allotment Scope
Round 2 allotment in Kerala covers MBBS and BDS seats under the state quota in government colleges, as well as all available seats in self-financing private medical and dental colleges. This is distinct from Round 1, which typically allocates a different set of seats or uses different criteria.
If you did not receive an allotment in Round 2, you may still be eligible for subsequent rounds if they are conducted. However, if you received an allotment in Round 2 and do not join, you will not be considered for any further rounds. Therefore, if you have received a seat in Round 2, it is critical to join unless you have a compelling reason to decline it.
- Round 2 covers state quota seats in government colleges
- Round 2 covers all seats in self-financing colleges
- Joining Round 2 does not prevent you from participating in future rounds if you decline
- Declining or missing Round 2 may affect eligibility for later rounds
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When was the Kerala NEET UG 2026 Round 2 allotment released?
The provisional Round 2 allotment was released on September 11, 2026, and the final allotment was published on September 12, 2026. Both lists are available on the CEE Kerala website at cee.kerala.gov.in.
What is the deadline to join my allotted college?
You must complete admission and join your allotted college between September 14 and September 18, 2026, by 4 pm. Missing this deadline will result in permanent cancellation of your seat, and you will not be eligible for any further allotment rounds.
How do I download my allotment memo?
Visit cee.kerala.gov.in, log in with your application number and password, navigate to the allotment section, select MBBS or BDS, and download your Round 2 allotment memo. Save it immediately and keep both digital and printed copies.
Where do I pay my fee—to CEE Kerala or to the college?
For government medical and dental colleges, pay the full fee to CEE Kerala. For self-financing colleges, pay the fee directly to the college. Check your allotment memo to confirm which type of college you have been allotted.
What if the fee for 2026–27 has not been finalised for my self-financing college?
You may be required to pay the provisional fee applicable for the 2025–26 academic year. Once the final fee for 2026–27 is approved, you will need to pay any additional amount due. The college will inform you of the final fee structure.
What happens if I do not join by September 18, 2026?
Your seat will be cancelled automatically, and you will become permanently ineligible for any subsequent rounds of centralised allotment. There is no appeal or extension process unless you have a documented emergency and contact CEE Kerala immediately.
What documents do I need to bring when I join the college?
Bring your allotment memo, fee payment receipt, identity proof, mark sheets, and any other documents specified by the college in its admission guidelines. Check the college's website or contact them directly for a complete list.
Can I decline my Round 2 allotment and wait for Round 3?
Yes, you can decline your Round 2 allotment and remain eligible for future rounds. However, if you receive an allotment and do not join by the deadline, you will lose eligibility for all subsequent rounds. Declining is different from missing the deadline.
If you have received a Round 2 allotment, act immediately: download your memo, verify all details, arrange your fee payment, and plan to join your college by September 18, 2026, at 4 pm. This deadline is absolute and non-negotiable. If you have not received an allotment, monitor the CEE Kerala website for announcements about subsequent rounds.
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