Odisha NEET UG 2026: 2nd Round Counselling Schedule (State Quota)

Odisha's Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) board has released the official schedule for the 2nd round of counselling for MBBS and BDS admissions under the state quota (85% of seats). This schedule was revised on 29 August 2026 following changes to the All India Quota counselling timeline. The 2nd round is critical: it determines which college and course you are offered based on your merit rank and choice preferences. If you qualified in NEET UG 2026 and are eligible for Odisha state quota seats, you must follow this schedule precisely — missing even one deadline can result in losing your seat.

What is the 2nd Round Counselling?

The 2nd round is the second phase of seat allocation in Odisha's NEET UG counselling process. In the 1st round, candidates who qualified in NEET UG were offered seats based on their merit rank and choices. The 2nd round is for candidates who did not get a seat in round 1, or who wish to upgrade to a better college or course. It is also the round in which remaining vacant seats are filled.

This round covers only the 85% state quota seats — the seats that Odisha fills through its own counselling process. (The remaining 15% are All India Quota seats, managed by the Medical Counselling Committee, MCC, on a national schedule.) The 2nd round is your opportunity to secure admission if you were not allotted in round 1, or to move to a preferred college if you were.

Important Dates: Timeline for 2nd Round

The 2nd round follows a strict 12-day schedule from 7 to 18 September 2026. Every step has a specific date and time — missing a deadline means you cannot proceed to the next step. Below is the complete timeline. Mark these dates in your calendar and set phone reminders; do not rely on memory.

Step 1: Registration for Merit List Preparation (7–8 September)

Registration is the first step. You must register on the OJEE portal (https://ojee.nic.in or www.odishajee.com) between 7 September 11:30 AM and 8 September 11:59 PM. This registration is for candidates who wish to participate in the 2nd round — either those who did not get a seat in round 1, or those who wish to try for an upgrade.

During registration, you will provide your NEET UG roll number, date of birth, and other basic details. You will also confirm your category (General, OBC, SC, ST) and any applicable sub-category or reservation. Ensure all information is correct before submitting, as errors can lead to rejection later. After registration closes at 11:59 PM on 8 September, the OJEE board will prepare the revised state merit list based on all registrations received.

• Register on https://ojee.nic.in or www.odishajee.com
• Window: 7 Sept 11:30 AM to 8 Sept 11:59 PM
• Provide NEET UG roll number, DOB, category, and personal details
• Double-check all information before final submission

Step 2: Merit List Publication and Choice Filling (9–10 September)

On 9 September at 2:00 PM, OJEE will publish the Revised State Merit List. This list ranks all registered candidates by their NEET UG score (highest to lowest). Your rank on this list determines the order in which you are offered seats. Check the merit list immediately to confirm your rank and eligibility.

From 9 September 5:30 PM to 10 September 4:00 PM, you must fill and lock your choice of colleges and courses. This is a critical step. You will be presented with a list of available MBBS and BDS seats across Odisha colleges. You must rank these seats in order of your preference — for example, 1st choice: MBBS at College A, 2nd choice: MBBS at College B, 3rd choice: BDS at College C, and so on. The system will allot you the highest-ranked seat for which you are eligible based on your merit rank.

⚠️ **TRAP: Once you lock your choices at 4:00 PM on 10 September, you cannot change them.** The allotment algorithm will run based on your locked choices. If you make a mistake or change your mind after locking, you cannot undo it. Spend time carefully ranking your choices before the deadline.

• Merit list published: 9 Sept 2:00 PM
• Check your rank and eligibility immediately
• Choice filling window: 9 Sept 5:30 PM to 10 Sept 4:00 PM
• Rank colleges and courses in order of preference
• Lock your choices before 4:00 PM on 10 Sept — no changes allowed after locking

Step 3: Provisional Allotment and Query Period (11 September)

On 11 September at 11:30 AM, OJEE will publish the Provisional Allotment. This shows which seat (college and course) has been allotted to you based on your merit rank and locked choices. Download and save your provisional allotment letter immediately.

If you believe there is an error in your allotment — for example, your rank was calculated incorrectly, or your category was misclassified — you can raise a query. The query window opens at 11:30 AM on 11 September and closes at 5:00 PM the same day. Submit your query through the OJEE portal with supporting documents (e.g., a copy of your NEET UG admit card, category certificate). OJEE will review and respond.

At 7:30 PM on 11 September, OJEE will publish the Final Allotment. If your query was accepted, your allotment will be updated. If not, your provisional allotment stands. Download your final allotment letter — this is the official document confirming your seat.

• Provisional allotment published: 11 Sept 11:30 AM
• Query window: 11 Sept 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM (if you believe there is an error)
• Final allotment published: 11 Sept 7:30 PM
• Download your final allotment letter — this is your proof of seat allocation

Step 4: Provisional Admission — Reporting and Fee Payment (13–18 September)

Once you have your final allotment letter, you must report to your allotted college to complete provisional admission. The reporting window is 13 to 18 September 2026. However, the exact reporting schedule and location for each college will be notified separately by OJEE — watch the OJEE website and your email for college-wise reporting instructions.

When you report, you must bring: (1) your allotment letter (printed), (2) your NEET UG admit card, (3) your NEET UG scorecard, (4) your 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates, (5) your category certificate (if applicable), (6) your Aadhaar card or passport, (7) a signed bond (the format will be provided by OJEE or your college), and (8) proof of payment of admission fees. The admission fee amount will be specified in the allotment letter or college notification.

⚠️ **TRAP: You must report in person at the OJEE Cell, Gandamunda (or your college, as per the college-wise schedule to be notified) with ORIGINAL documents.** Photocopies are not accepted. If you do not report by 18 September, your seat will be cancelled and offered to the next candidate on the merit list. There is no extension.

• Reporting window: 13–18 Sept 2026
• College-wise reporting schedule will be notified separately — check OJEE website
• Report at OJEE Cell, Gandamunda, or your allotted college (as instructed)
• Bring original documents: allotment letter, NEET admit card, scorecard, 10th/12th certificates, category certificate, Aadhaar/passport, signed bond
• Pay admission fees as specified in your allotment letter
• Failure to report by 18 Sept = seat cancellation

Documents Required for Admission

When you report for provisional admission, you must carry all original documents listed below. The college will verify each document against your application. If any document is missing, incorrect, or does not match your application, your admission may be rejected or delayed.

Ensure that your category certificate (if you have applied under OBC, SC, or ST) is valid and issued by the competent authority. If your certificate is old or does not clearly state your sub-category (e.g., OBC-NCL, OBC-OIL, SC, ST), it may be rejected. Similarly, your 10th and 12th certificates must be original or certified copies — plain photocopies are not accepted.

• Allotment letter (printed from OJEE portal)
• NEET UG admit card (original)
• NEET UG scorecard (original)
• 10th standard mark sheet and certificate (original or certified copy)
• 12th standard mark sheet and certificate (original or certified copy)
• Category certificate (if applicable — OBC, SC, ST) issued by competent authority
• Aadhaar card or passport (original)
• Signed bond (format to be provided by OJEE or college)
• Proof of admission fee payment (receipt or bank confirmation)

Who is Eligible for 2nd Round Counselling?

To participate in the 2nd round, you must: (1) have appeared in NEET UG 2026 and obtained a valid score, (2) be a resident of Odisha or eligible for Odisha state quota (as per OJEE rules), (3) have not been allotted a seat in the 1st round, OR have been allotted but wish to participate in the 2nd round for an upgrade, and (4) meet the eligibility criteria for MBBS or BDS (e.g., minimum marks, age, nationality).

If you were allotted a seat in round 1 and wish to keep it, you do not need to register for round 2. However, if you wish to try for a better college or course in round 2, you can register and participate — but if you are not allotted in round 2, you will lose your round 1 seat. Consult the OJEE guidelines carefully before deciding whether to participate in round 2.

• Valid NEET UG 2026 score
• Odisha resident or eligible for Odisha state quota
• Not allotted in round 1, OR allotted but choosing to upgrade in round 2
• Meet MBBS/BDS eligibility criteria (minimum marks, age, nationality)

State Quota vs. All India Quota — What's the Difference?

Odisha has two types of MBBS/BDS seats: 85% State Quota and 15% All India Quota. This 2nd round notice covers only State Quota seats. State Quota seats are filled by Odisha residents through OJEE counselling (the schedule you see above). All India Quota seats are filled by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) on a national schedule, which may differ from the OJEE schedule.

If you are an Odisha resident, you are eligible for State Quota seats and should follow the OJEE schedule. If you are a non-resident but have qualified in NEET UG, you may be eligible for All India Quota seats through MCC counselling — but that is a separate process with a different schedule. Do not confuse the two.

• State Quota (85%): filled by OJEE, for Odisha residents
• All India Quota (15%): filled by MCC, for all India candidates
• This notice covers State Quota only
• Follow OJEE schedule if you are an Odisha resident

Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected

**Missing the registration deadline (8 Sept 11:59 PM).** If you do not register by this time, you cannot participate in round 2. There is no late registration. Set a reminder for 8 September and register well before the deadline.

**Forgetting to lock choices by 4:00 PM on 10 September.** If you fill choices but do not lock them, they will not be saved. The allotment algorithm will run only on locked choices. Always click the 'Lock' button before the deadline.

**Providing incorrect category or sub-category information.** If you claim OBC but your certificate shows OBC-NCL (Non-Creamy Layer), or if your category certificate is expired or issued by an incompetent authority, your application may be rejected. Verify your category certificate before registration.

**Not reporting by 18 September.** If you do not report to your college with original documents and fees by 18 September, your seat will be cancelled. There is no extension, no grace period. Mark the date and plan to report well in advance.

**Bringing photocopies instead of originals.** Colleges will not accept photocopies of certificates, mark sheets, or category certificates. Bring originals or certified copies only.

**Mismatched information between NEET scorecard and application.** If your name, date of birth, or category on your NEET scorecard does not match your application, your admission will be rejected. Verify all details match before reporting.

What Happens After Provisional Admission?

Once you report and pay fees, your admission is provisional. This means you have secured a seat, but it is not yet final. The college will verify all your documents and conduct a medical fitness test (if required). If everything is in order, your admission will be confirmed and you will be issued a final admission letter.

If the college finds any discrepancy in your documents or if you fail the medical fitness test, your admission may be cancelled. In that case, your seat will be offered to the next candidate on the merit list. The 3rd round of counselling will be announced later for any remaining vacant seats.

• Report and pay fees by 18 Sept for provisional admission
• College verifies documents and conducts medical fitness test
• If all is in order, admission is confirmed
• If discrepancy found, admission may be cancelled
• 3rd round schedule will be published later for remaining seats

Where to Find More Information

All official information about 2nd round counselling is available on the OJEE website. Check these sources regularly for updates, college-wise reporting schedules, and any changes to the timeline.

If you have questions or face technical issues during registration or choice filling, contact OJEE directly via email or visit the website.

• OJEE Website: https://ojee.nic.in and www.odishajee.com
• Email: odishaojee@gmail.com
• Check the website daily for college-wise reporting schedule and updates

Frequently asked questions

Mark all dates in your calendar now: registration by 8 September 11:59 PM, choice filling by 10 September 4:00 PM, allotment on 11 September, and reporting by 18 September. Visit https://ojee.nic.in or www.odishajee.com to register and stay updated. If you have questions, email odishaojee@gmail.com. Do not miss any deadline — your seat depends on it.