Odisha NEET UG 2026: 2nd Round Counselling Schedule for MBBS/BDS

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination Board (OJEE) has released the official schedule for the 2nd round of counselling for MBBS and BDS admissions under the state quota seats. This schedule follows a revision to the state quota timetable published on 27 August 2026, and comes after modifications to the All India Quota counselling calendar. The 2nd round will run from early September through mid-September 2026, with registration, merit list publication, choice filling, allotment, and provisional admission all happening in quick succession. If you have qualified for NEET UG 2026 and are eligible for Odisha state quota seats, this schedule tells you exactly when and how to participate in the next phase of counselling.

What is this 2nd round counselling?

The 2nd round of counselling is the second phase of seat allocation for Odisha's state quota MBBS and BDS seats. State quota seats are the 85% of medical and dental college seats that Odisha fills through its own counselling process (separate from the All India Quota managed by the Medical Counselling Committee, or MCC). In the 2nd round, candidates who were either not allotted a seat in the 1st round, or who have chosen to participate again, get another chance to be matched with available seats based on their merit rank and choice preferences.

This round is important because it fills seats that remained vacant after the 1st round, and it gives candidates who were waitlisted or who want to upgrade their college or course another opportunity. The notice states this is a 'tentative' schedule, meaning dates may shift slightly if needed, but these are the dates you must plan around now.

Important dates: the complete timeline

The 2nd round follows a compressed but clear timeline. Every step has a specific date and time, and missing any deadline means you lose your chance to participate in that round. Below is the complete schedule you must follow:

Who is eligible to participate in 2nd round counselling?

To participate in the 2nd round, you must have qualified in NEET UG 2026 and be eligible for Odisha state quota seats. State quota seats are reserved for candidates who are either domiciled in Odisha or meet the state's eligibility criteria for state quota admission. The notice does not detail the full eligibility criteria in this document, but it refers you to the OJEE website and guidelines for complete information.

The notice specifically mentions 'all State Merit Listed candidates' — this means if your name appears on the revised state merit list published on 9 September, you are eligible to fill choices and participate in allotment. If you were not on the 1st round merit list, you may appear on the revised list for the 2nd round if your rank qualifies. Check the merit list carefully on 9 September to confirm your eligibility.

Step 1: Register for merit list preparation (7–8 September)

Registration is the first step and opens on 7 September 2026 at 11:30 AM. You must complete your registration by 8 September 2026 at 11:59 PM — note that this is a hard deadline; registrations close at 11:59 PM, not at midnight. Registration is done online through the OJEE portal at https://ojee.nic.in or www.odishajee.com.

During registration, you will provide your NEET roll number, personal details, and other required information. The notice does not specify exactly what documents or information you need to have ready, so visit the OJEE website or contact them at odishaojee@gmail.com before 7 September to confirm what you need. Do not wait until the last moment — the portal may be slow on the final day.

• Registration window: 7 September 11:30 AM to 8 September 11:59 PM
• Portal: https://ojee.nic.in or www.odishajee.com
• This is mandatory to appear on the merit list

Step 2: Check the revised state merit list (9 September)

On 9 September 2026 at 2:00 PM, OJEE will publish the revised state merit list. This list shows all candidates who have registered and are eligible for the 2nd round, ranked by their NEET score and category. You must check this list immediately to confirm that your name appears and that your rank, category, and other details are correct.

If you find an error in the merit list — for example, your name is missing, your rank is wrong, or your category is incorrectly shown — the notice says OJEE will invite queries at 5:00 PM on 11 September (after allotment). However, it is better to contact OJEE as soon as you spot an error, rather than wait. Email odishaojee@gmail.com or visit the website to report issues immediately.

• Merit list published: 9 September 2026, 2:00 PM
• Check your name, rank, category, and other details carefully
• Report errors to OJEE immediately; do not wait for the query window

Step 3: Fill and lock your choices (9–10 September)

Once the merit list is published at 2:00 PM on 9 September, the choice-filling window opens at 5:30 PM the same day. You have until 4:00 PM on 10 September to fill and lock your choices. This is a critical step: you must rank the colleges and courses (MBBS or BDS) you are willing to accept, in order of preference. The allotment algorithm will match you to the highest-ranked choice for which you are eligible based on your merit rank and category.

After you lock your choices at 4:00 PM on 10 September, you cannot change them. So think carefully about your preferences before locking. The notice does not specify how many choices you can fill, so check the OJEE website for the exact number. Fill all available choice slots — leaving slots blank means you are not interested in those seats, and you may not be allotted anything if your top choices are taken by higher-ranked candidates.

• Choice filling window: 9 September 5:30 PM to 10 September 4:00 PM
• Rank colleges and courses in order of preference
• Lock your choices by 4:00 PM on 10 September — no changes after this
• Fill all available choice slots to maximize your chances

Step 4: Receive your provisional allotment (11 September)

On 11 September 2026, OJEE will process all registrations and choices and generate the provisional allotment. The allotment is released in two stages: first, a provisional allotment is shown at 11:30 AM, and then OJEE invites queries at 5:00 PM. If you believe there is an error in your provisional allotment — for example, you were allotted a seat you did not choose, or you were not allotted despite being eligible — you can raise a query at 5:00 PM on 11 September.

At 7:30 PM on 11 September, the final 2nd round allotment is published, and you can download your allotment letter. This letter shows which college and course you have been allotted. If you are allotted a seat, you must report for provisional admission between 13 and 18 September. If you are not allotted, you will be eligible to participate in the 3rd round (schedule to be announced).

• Provisional allotment shown: 11 September 11:30 AM
• Query window: 11 September 5:00 PM (if you spot an error)
• Final allotment and allotment letter download: 11 September 7:30 PM

Step 5: Report for provisional admission (13–18 September)

If you are allotted a seat in the 2nd round, you must report for provisional admission between 13 and 18 September 2026. Reporting means you must physically go to the OJEE Cell at Gandamunda (the OJEE office) with your original documents, pay the admission fee, and sign a bond. The notice does not specify the exact admission fee amount in this document, so check the OJEE website or contact them for the fee details.

The notice states that a 'college-wise reporting schedule with necessary instructions will be notified in due course of time.' This means OJEE will soon release a detailed schedule telling you which college to report to, on which date, and at what time. Do not assume you report to the OJEE Cell in Gandamunda for all colleges — wait for the college-wise schedule. Failure to report by 18 September will result in forfeiture of your seat.

• Reporting period: 13 September to 18 September 2026
• Location: OJEE Cell, Gandamunda (or as per college-wise schedule to be notified)
• Required: original documents, admission fee payment, and signed bond
• College-wise reporting schedule will be published separately — check the OJEE website

Documents you must bring for provisional admission

When you report for provisional admission, you must bring original documents to verify your eligibility and identity. The notice does not list the specific documents required in this schedule, but standard documents for medical admission typically include your NEET admit card, NEET scorecard, 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates, caste/category certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and identity proof. However, do not rely on this list — visit the OJEE website or email odishaojee@gmail.com to get the exact list of documents required for 2nd round admission.

Bring all documents in original form, not photocopies. If any document is missing or incorrect, your admission may be rejected or delayed. The notice also mentions a 'signed bond' — this is a legal document you sign confirming you accept the seat and will comply with college rules. OJEE will provide the bond format; you must sign it in front of the OJEE official.

• Original documents (not photocopies) — exact list to be confirmed on OJEE website
• Typically includes: NEET scorecard, 10th/12th certificates, caste/category certificate, domicile certificate, identity proof
• Admission fee (amount to be confirmed on OJEE website)
• Signed bond (format provided by OJEE)

What happens if you don't report by 18 September?

If you are allotted a seat but do not report for provisional admission by 18 September 2026, your seat will be forfeited. This means you lose the seat, and it will be offered to the next candidate on the waiting list. You will not be eligible to participate in further rounds for that seat.

If you are allotted but cannot report due to a genuine emergency, contact OJEE immediately at odishaojee@gmail.com or call the OJEE office. However, the notice does not mention any provision for extension or deferment, so do not assume you can report late. Plan to report within the 13–18 September window.

• Failure to report by 18 September = forfeiture of seat
• Contact OJEE immediately if you have a genuine emergency
• Do not assume you can report late

What about the 3rd round?

The notice states: '3rd Round Activity Schedule will be published in due course of time.' This means if you are not allotted in the 2nd round, or if you choose not to participate in the 2nd round, you will get another chance in the 3rd round. The schedule for the 3rd round has not yet been released, but OJEE will publish it on their website soon.

Keep checking https://ojee.nic.in and www.odishajee.com for the 3rd round schedule. The 3rd round typically follows the same process: registration, merit list, choice filling, allotment, and admission reporting.

• 3rd round schedule to be announced soon
• Check OJEE website regularly for updates
• If not allotted in 2nd round, you will be eligible for 3rd round

Where to find more information and get help

This notice provides the schedule but not all the detailed guidelines and instructions. For complete information about registration, eligibility, documents, fees, and the counselling process, visit the official OJEE website at https://ojee.nic.in or www.odishajee.com. Both sites have the same information.

If you have questions or encounter problems during registration or counselling, email OJEE at odishaojee@gmail.com. The notice also says 'Candidates shall follow the instructions before registration process of different rounds' — this means OJEE will release detailed instructions for each round, so read them carefully before you register.

• Official websites: https://ojee.nic.in and www.odishajee.com
• Email: odishaojee@gmail.com
• Read all instructions released by OJEE before each round

Frequently asked questions

Mark these dates in your calendar now: register by 8 September 11:59 PM, check the merit list on 9 September at 2:00 PM, fill and lock choices by 10 September 4:00 PM, download your allotment letter on 11 September at 7:30 PM, and report for admission between 13 and 18 September. Visit https://ojee.nic.in or www.odishajee.com for complete guidelines, and email odishaojee@gmail.com if you have questions. Do not miss any deadline — missing even one step will cost you your seat.