On 5 October 2026, the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Board issued an urgent notice targeting candidates who have reported (accepted a seat) in BOTH the 85% State Quota seats under Odisha's state counselling AND the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats under the national MCC counselling. This dual reporting is not permitted — a candidate can hold only one seat at a time. OJEE has given these candidates until 6 October 2026 at 11:30 AM to resolve their status by following MCC guidelines. Any candidate who fails to act by this deadline will be barred from consideration in the 3rd Round of Counselling for the 85% state quota seats. This is a critical alert for Odisha MBBS/BDS aspirants currently in the counselling process.
If you have reported in both Odisha state quota (85%) and AIQ (15%) seats, you must resolve which seat you want to keep by 6 October 11:30 AM, or you will be disqualified from the 3rd round of state counselling.
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OJEE has discovered that some candidates have committed to (reported against) seats in two different counselling systems at the same time: the Odisha state counselling for 85% state quota seats, and the national MCC counselling for 15% AIQ seats. This is a violation of counselling rules — you cannot hold two seats simultaneously.
The notice is an urgent warning to these candidates to immediately resolve their status by choosing one seat and withdrawing from the other, following the rules set by MCC (Medical Counselling Committee, which runs the national AIQ process). The deadline is extremely tight: 6 October 2026 by 11:30 AM — just one day from the notice date.
The consequence of not acting is severe: candidates who do not resolve their dual reporting by the deadline will be completely removed from consideration in the 3rd Round of Counselling under the 85% state quota. This means they lose their chance at a state quota seat in the next round.
Who does this notice apply to?
This notice applies ONLY to candidates who meet BOTH of these conditions: (1) you have been allotted and have reported (accepted) a seat in the 85% State Quota under Odisha's state counselling process, AND (2) you have also reported (accepted) a seat in the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) under the MCC counselling process.
If you have reported in only one counselling system — either state quota OR AIQ, but not both — this notice does not apply to you. You can continue with your current seat without any action.
If you are unsure whether you have reported in both systems, log in to both the Odisha OJEE portal (www.ojee.nic.in) and the MCC portal to check your status immediately. Do not assume — verify now.
Understanding the two counselling systems
Odisha's MBBS/BDS seats are divided into two quotas: 85% State Quota seats, which are filled through Odisha's own state counselling run by OJEE, and 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats, which are filled through a national counselling process run by MCC (Medical Counselling Committee). These are two separate systems with separate merit lists, separate reporting processes, and separate deadlines.
When you report (accept) a seat in state counselling, you are committing to that seat in Odisha colleges. When you report in AIQ counselling, you are committing to a seat in any college across India (including Odisha colleges, if they have AIQ seats). You cannot hold both commitments at the same time — the moment you report in one system, you must withdraw from the other.
The notice is telling candidates who have accidentally (or intentionally) reported in both systems to immediately choose one and withdraw from the other, following MCC's rules for withdrawal or seat resignation.
The critical deadline: 6 October 2026, 11:30 AM
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The deadline to resolve your dual reporting status is 6 October 2026 at 11:30 AM. This is a hard cutoff — no extensions, no exceptions. After this time, the system will lock, and any candidate still showing dual reporting will be automatically disqualified from the 3rd Round of Counselling under the 85% state quota.
Since today is 5 October 2026 (the date of the notice), you have less than 24 hours to act. This is an emergency. Do not delay. If you are affected, log in to both portals immediately, understand your options, and take action today.
The notice specifically states that candidates failing to act 'shall not be considered for allotment in the 3rd Round of Counselling under the 85% State Quota seats.' This means you will be completely removed from the state counselling process for the next round, even if you had a good rank.
What action must you take?
If you have reported in both systems, you must immediately decide which seat you want to keep. This is a personal choice based on your preference — the college, the location, the course, or any other factor that matters to you. There is no 'right' choice; it is your decision.
Once you have decided, you must follow the MCC guidelines to formally withdraw from the system you do not want. The notice says to 'take appropriate action in accordance with the applicable MCC guidelines/rules.' This typically means logging into the MCC portal, finding the option to withdraw or resign from your seat, and submitting the withdrawal. You may also need to do the same on the Odisha OJEE portal if you are withdrawing from the state quota seat.
The exact steps depend on the portals' interfaces. Log in to www.ojee.nic.in for state quota and the MCC portal for AIQ. Look for options like 'Withdraw Seat', 'Resign', 'Decline Offer', or 'Freeze Seat'. If you cannot find the option, contact the respective helpline immediately — do not wait.
- Log in to both www.ojee.nic.in (Odisha state counselling) and the MCC portal (AIQ counselling)
- Check your current status in both systems to confirm you have reported in both
- Decide which seat you want to keep (state quota or AIQ)
- Follow the withdrawal/resignation process on the portal where you do NOT want the seat
- Ensure your withdrawal is confirmed and processed before 6 October 11:30 AM
- Keep a screenshot or confirmation of your withdrawal for your records
What happens if you do not act by the deadline?
If you do not resolve your dual reporting status by 6 October 2026 at 11:30 AM, you will be disqualified from the 3rd Round of Counselling under the 85% State Quota. This is automatic — there is no manual review or appeal mentioned in the notice.
Being disqualified from the 3rd round means you will not be considered for any remaining state quota seats in that round, even if seats are available and you have a rank that would normally qualify. You will lose your chance to secure a state quota seat in Odisha.
However, if you have successfully withdrawn from the state quota and kept your AIQ seat, you will retain your AIQ seat and can join that college. Conversely, if you withdraw from AIQ and keep your state quota seat, you will remain eligible for the 3rd round of state counselling. The key is to resolve the conflict before the deadline.
Why is this happening?
Dual reporting occurs when a candidate reports (accepts) a seat in two different counselling systems without withdrawing from one. This can happen by mistake — for example, if a candidate reports in state counselling, then later receives an AIQ seat and reports in that without realizing they need to withdraw from the state seat first. It can also happen if a candidate intentionally tries to keep both options open, hoping to decide later.
However, counselling rules do not allow this. Once you report in one system, you are committed to that seat, and you must withdraw before reporting in another system. The notice is OJEE's way of catching and correcting these violations before the 3rd round begins.
This is not a punishment — it is a correction mechanism. OJEE is giving candidates a chance to fix the error by the deadline. The consequence (disqualification from the 3rd round) applies only to those who do not act.
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Important: MCC guidelines and withdrawal rules
The notice specifically says to 'take appropriate action in accordance with the applicable MCC guidelines/rules.' This means you must follow the MCC's official process for withdrawing from an AIQ seat, not just ignore it or assume it is automatic. MCC has specific rules about when and how you can withdraw, and you must comply with them.
Typically, MCC allows candidates to withdraw from a seat during a specified window, and withdrawal may have consequences such as forfeiture of the seat or a ban on future counselling rounds (depending on MCC's current rules for 2026). You must check the MCC portal and read the current guidelines carefully before withdrawing.
Similarly, if you are withdrawing from the Odisha state quota seat, you must follow OJEE's withdrawal process. Do not assume that withdrawing from one portal automatically withdraws you from the other — they are separate systems, and you may need to take action on both.
How to check your status and access the portals
To check whether you have reported in both systems, log in to www.ojee.nic.in using your registration number and password. Look for your allotment status and reporting status under the state counselling section. If it shows 'Reported' or 'Joined', you have reported in the state quota.
For AIQ, log in to the MCC portal (the exact URL is typically provided in MCC's official communications or on the MCC website). Check your allotment and reporting status there. If it shows 'Reported' or 'Joined', you have reported in the AIQ.
If both portals show 'Reported' or 'Joined', you are affected by this notice and must act immediately. If only one shows 'Reported', you are not affected. The notice provides the OJEE website (www.ojee.nic.in) for further details; you can also contact OJEE's helpline if you need assistance.
Common mistakes to avoid
Do not assume that reporting in one system automatically withdraws you from the other. They are separate systems, and you must manually withdraw from the one you do not want.
Do not wait until the last minute. With a deadline of 6 October 11:30 AM and the notice issued on 5 October, you have less than 24 hours. If there are any technical issues, delays, or confusion, you could miss the deadline. Act today.
Do not ignore this notice if you think it might apply to you. If there is any doubt, log in and check immediately. The consequence of inaction is severe — disqualification from the 3rd round.
Do not withdraw from both seats by mistake. You must keep one seat and withdraw from only the other. If you accidentally withdraw from both, contact OJEE and MCC immediately to explain and request reinstatement if possible.
What happens in the 3rd Round of Counselling?
The 3rd Round of Counselling is the next phase of Odisha's state counselling process. In this round, remaining seats (those not filled in earlier rounds) are allotted to eligible candidates based on their merit rank and preferences. Candidates who are disqualified due to dual reporting will not be considered in this round, even if seats are available.
If you resolve your dual reporting by the deadline and keep your state quota seat, you will remain eligible for the 3rd round if your seat is not yet confirmed or if you choose to participate in further rounds. If you keep your AIQ seat and withdraw from state quota, you will not be eligible for the 3rd round of state counselling, but you will have your AIQ seat secured.
The notice does not provide details about the 3rd round schedule or process — for that information, check www.ojee.nic.in or wait for OJEE's next official notification.
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What does 'reported' mean in counselling?
Reporting means you have accepted and confirmed a seat allotted to you in a counselling round. Once you report, you are committed to that seat and that college. You cannot report in two different counselling systems at the same time — you must withdraw from one before reporting in the other.
I have reported in both state quota and AIQ. What should I do?
You must immediately decide which seat you want to keep and withdraw from the other. Log in to both www.ojee.nic.in (state quota) and the MCC portal (AIQ), follow the withdrawal process on the portal where you do not want the seat, and ensure your withdrawal is confirmed before 6 October 11:30 AM. Do not delay — you have less than 24 hours.
What is the deadline, and what happens if I miss it?
The deadline is 6 October 2026 at 11:30 AM. If you do not resolve your dual reporting by this time, you will be disqualified from the 3rd Round of Counselling under the 85% state quota. This means you will not be considered for any remaining state quota seats in that round.
Can I keep both seats?
No. Counselling rules do not allow you to hold two seats simultaneously. You must choose one and withdraw from the other. If you do not resolve this by the deadline, you will be disqualified from the state counselling 3rd round.
How do I withdraw from a seat?
Log in to the portal where you want to withdraw (either www.ojee.nic.in for state quota or the MCC portal for AIQ), look for options like 'Withdraw', 'Resign', 'Decline Offer', or 'Freeze Seat', and follow the process. The exact steps depend on the portal's interface. If you cannot find the option, contact the respective helpline immediately.
Will withdrawing from a seat affect my future counselling rounds?
Withdrawing from a seat may have consequences depending on the rules of that counselling system. MCC may impose restrictions on future AIQ counselling if you withdraw from an AIQ seat. Check the MCC guidelines and OJEE's rules before withdrawing to understand any potential impact.
I am not sure if I have reported in both systems. How do I check?
Log in to www.ojee.nic.in and check your allotment and reporting status under state counselling. Then log in to the MCC portal and check your status there. If both show 'Reported' or 'Joined', you are affected by this notice. If only one shows 'Reported', you are not affected.
What if I cannot access the portals or do not understand how to withdraw?
Contact OJEE's helpline or the MCC helpline immediately. The notice says to log in to www.ojee.nic.in for other details. Do not wait — you have less than 24 hours, and technical support may take time. Act today.
If I keep my AIQ seat and withdraw from state quota, can I still participate in future state counselling rounds?
No. Once you withdraw from state quota counselling, you are out of that process. You will have your AIQ seat secured, but you will not be eligible for any further state quota counselling rounds. This is a permanent decision for this admission cycle.
Is there any way to appeal or get an extension if I miss the deadline?
The notice does not mention any appeal process or extension. The deadline is 6 October 11:30 AM, and it is described as a hard cutoff. Candidates who do not act by then will be disqualified from the 3rd round. Do not rely on an appeal — act before the deadline.
If you have reported in both Odisha state quota (85%) and AIQ (15%) seats, you must act immediately. Log in to both www.ojee.nic.in and the MCC portal, verify your status, decide which seat you want to keep, and withdraw from the other by 6 October 2026 at 11:30 AM. Missing this deadline will result in disqualification from the 3rd Round of Counselling under the 85% state quota. If you are unsure about your status or how to withdraw, contact OJEE or MCC helplines today — do not wait.
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