The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Board has released the final state merit list for MBBS and BDS admission 2026-27 following the stray vacancy round registration. This merit list is based on candidates' All India Rank (AIR) from NEET UG 2026 and the documents they uploaded during registration. The list includes state ranks across all categories — General (GN), Economically Weaker Section (EW), Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Other Backward Class (OBC/EB). Newly registered candidates in the stray vacancy round have been assigned ranks with decimal points to distinguish them. This is a provisional list; all documents will be verified in original during the reporting and admission process.
Your appearance on this final merit list does not guarantee a seat — allotment depends on seat availability, your category rank, and counselling choices; document verification during admission can lead to cancellation if any deviation, tampering, or forgery is found.
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This is the final state merit list published by OJEE for Odisha's 85% state-quota MBBS and BDS seats for the 2026-27 academic year. It has been prepared after the stray vacancy round — a final opportunity for candidates who missed earlier registration windows to register and be ranked. The list ranks all eligible candidates by their NEET UG 2026 All India Rank (AIR), with separate rankings within each category (General, EW, SC, ST, EB).
Being listed on this merit list is the first step toward admission. However, the notice explicitly states that 'merely being listed in the State merit list will not ensure allotment under MBBS/BDS seat.' Your actual seat allotment will depend on the number of seats available in your category, your rank within that category, and the choices you make during counselling. The list is provisional — all documents you uploaded will be verified in their original form during the reporting and admission process.
How to find yourself on the merit list
The merit list is organized by state (Odisha) and shows your NEET Application Number, domicile status, category, All India Rank (NEET_AIR), and state rank (State_AIR). It also displays category-specific ranks — for example, if you are SC, your SC rank (SC_R) is shown; if you are EW, your EW rank (EW_R) is shown. Newly registered candidates from the stray vacancy round are identified by a decimal point in their state rank (e.g., 1003.01 instead of 1003).
To locate yourself: search for your NEET Application Number in the list. Note your state rank and category rank. If you do not find your application number, it means you were either not registered, your registration was incomplete, or you did not meet the eligibility criteria. If you believe you should be on the list, contact OJEE immediately with your application number and supporting documents.
Understanding your rank and category
Your state rank is your position among all candidates in Odisha based on your NEET AIR. Your category rank is your position within your specific category (General, EW, SC, ST, or EB). For example, if your state rank is 500 and your SC rank is 150, you are the 500th candidate overall in Odisha but the 150th SC candidate. During counselling, seats are allotted category-wise — so your SC rank determines your position in the queue for SC-reserved seats, not your overall state rank.
The notice mentions that 'all eligible PwBD candidates have been given PC rank & ineligible PwBD candidate's are considered under General Category.' This means if you registered as a Person with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) and were found eligible by the medical colleges (SCB and MCH, Cuttack), you have been assigned a PC (Person with Disability) rank. If you were found ineligible, you are ranked in the General category instead. Verify your category and rank carefully — any error should be reported to OJEE before counselling begins.
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Important: this list is provisional — document verification is mandatory
The notice states clearly: 'the merit list published is purely provisional. The merit list has been drawn based on All India Rank of NEET UG 2026 and the copy of the required documents uploaded by the candidates.' This means your rank is based on your NEET score and the documents you uploaded during registration — but those documents have NOT yet been verified.
During the reporting and admission process at your allotted college, all your original documents will be verified. If any deviation, tampering, or forgery is found, your allotment will be cancelled and your candidature may be cancelled entirely. This is a serious consequence. Ensure that every document you uploaded — your NEET admit card, 10+2 mark sheet, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, PwBD certificate (if applicable), and any other document — is genuine, matches the uploaded copy exactly, and is issued by the correct authority. Do not attempt to use forged or altered documents.
NRI candidates: special requirements
If you are an NRI (Non-Resident Indian) candidate and you appear on this merit list, the notice states: 'All merit listed NRI candidates, if allotted a seat during counselling have to submit all original documents as per the NRI notice of MCC during reporting/Admission. No separate intimation will be sent to individual candidates.' This means you must be aware of the NRI-specific document requirements issued by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and have them ready before reporting to your allotted college.
NRI candidates typically need to submit additional documents such as proof of NRI status, passport, visa, and other identity documents. Do not wait for a separate letter from OJEE or your college — proactively obtain and review the MCC's NRI notice and prepare all required documents now. Failure to submit these documents during reporting can result in your seat being cancelled.
What happens next: counselling and allotment
Being on this final merit list means you are eligible to participate in the counselling process. OJEE will conduct counselling rounds in which candidates are called in order of their category rank. During counselling, you will be asked to choose colleges and courses (MBBS or BDS) in order of preference. Seats are allotted based on your rank, your choices, and seat availability.
The notice does not specify the dates of the next counselling round, so watch the OJEE website (ojee.gov.in) for announcements. Typically, after the final merit list, OJEE publishes a counselling schedule with dates for registration, choice filling, and allotment. Attend counselling on time and bring all original documents. If you are allotted a seat, you must report to the college within the specified time; failure to report will result in forfeiture of your seat.
Newly registered candidates (stray vacancy round): what the decimal rank means
If you registered during the stray vacancy round and your state rank has a decimal point (e.g., 1003.01 instead of 1003), this is intentional. The notice states: 'Newly registered candidates have been given rank with decimal point.' This distinguishes you from candidates who registered in earlier rounds. Your rank is still valid and you will be called for counselling in order of your rank.
The decimal does not reduce your chances of getting a seat — it is simply a marker. During counselling, you will be called in the order of your rank (including the decimal). For example, a candidate with rank 1003 will be called before a candidate with rank 1003.01. Ensure you are present and ready when your rank is called.
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Category-wise ranks explained
The merit list shows separate rank columns for each category: EW_R (Economically Weaker Section rank), SC_R (Scheduled Caste rank), ST_R (Scheduled Tribe rank), EB_R (Other Backward Class rank), GC_R (General Category rank), PC_R (Person with Disability rank), EX_R (Ex-serviceman rank), and SGS_R (Sports/Games rank). You will see a number in only ONE of these columns — the one corresponding to your category.
During counselling, you compete only within your category. For example, if you are SC, you are ranked against all other SC candidates in Odisha, and SC-reserved seats are allotted to SC candidates in order of their SC rank. If you are General, you compete for General seats. This system ensures that reserved categories get their allocated seats. Understand your category rank clearly — it is the number that matters for your allotment.
Common mistakes that lead to rejection or cancellation
The notice warns: 'If any deviation/tampering / forged found in the documents during the verification will lead cancellation of the allotment and may also lead to cancellation of the candidature.' Here are the most common mistakes that trigger this:
1. **Forged or altered documents**: Using a fake caste certificate, domicile certificate, or mark sheet is a criminal offence and will result in immediate cancellation and possible legal action. 2. **Mismatch between uploaded and original documents**: If the document you uploaded during registration does not match the original you bring during reporting, your allotment will be cancelled. 3. **Wrong certificate type**: For example, submitting a temporary caste certificate instead of a permanent one, or a certificate issued by the wrong authority. 4. **Missing or incomplete documents**: If you are unable to produce any document you uploaded, your allotment can be cancelled. 5. **Eligibility issues**: If your 10+2 marks, NEET score, or other eligibility criterion is found to be incorrect, you will be rejected. 6. **Category mismatch**: If you registered in one category but your documents show you belong to another, your allotment will be cancelled.
If you are not on the merit list
If you registered but do not appear on this final merit list, it could be for one of these reasons: (1) Your registration was incomplete or not submitted. (2) Your NEET score was below the cutoff for Odisha. (3) Your documents were found to be ineligible or incomplete. (4) You did not meet the domicile or other eligibility criteria. (5) There was an error in the registration process.
Contact OJEE immediately with your NEET application number and ask for the reason. If there was an error, request a correction. If your documents were rejected, ask what was missing and whether you can resubmit. Do not assume you are ineligible — clarify with OJEE before giving up. If you are genuinely ineligible for Odisha's state quota, you may still be eligible for All India Quota (AIQ) seats through the MCC's national counselling process.
Key dates and next steps
This merit list was published on 18 October 2026. The notice does not specify the date of the next counselling round, so you must monitor the OJEE website (ojee.gov.in) and your registered email and phone number for announcements. Typically, counselling begins within 1–2 weeks of the merit list release.
Prepare now: (1) Verify your rank and category on this list. (2) Gather all original documents — 10+2 mark sheet, NEET admit card, caste/domicile certificate (if applicable), PwBD certificate (if applicable), and any other document you uploaded. (3) Ensure every document is genuine and matches the uploaded copy. (4) If you are an NRI, review the MCC's NRI notice and prepare NRI-specific documents. (5) Keep your phone and email active — OJEE will send counselling notifications there. (6) Plan your college and course preferences in advance.
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
I am on the merit list. Am I guaranteed a seat?
No. The notice explicitly states: 'Merely being listed in the State merit list will not ensure allotment under MBBS/BDS seat.' Being on the list means you are eligible to participate in counselling. Your actual seat allotment depends on the number of seats available in your category, your rank within that category, and the choices you make during counselling. Seats are allotted in order of rank, category-wise.
What does the decimal point in my rank mean?
If your state rank has a decimal point (e.g., 1003.01), it means you registered during the stray vacancy round — the final registration window. The decimal distinguishes you from candidates who registered earlier. Your rank is still valid. During counselling, you will be called in order of your rank, including the decimal. A candidate with rank 1003 will be called before rank 1003.01.
I am an NRI. What documents do I need?
The notice states: 'All merit listed NRI candidates, if allotted a seat during counselling have to submit all original documents as per the NRI notice of MCC during reporting/Admission.' You must review the Medical Counselling Committee's (MCC) NRI notice and prepare all NRI-specific documents — typically proof of NRI status, passport, visa, and identity documents. Do not wait for a separate letter; obtain the MCC's NRI notice now and prepare in advance.
What happens if my original documents do not match what I uploaded?
Your allotment will be cancelled. The notice warns: 'If any deviation/tampering / forged found in the documents during the verification will lead cancellation of the allotment and may also lead to cancellation of the candidature.' Every original document you bring during reporting must match the uploaded copy exactly. If there is any mismatch, your seat will be forfeited.
I am SC/ST/EW. How does my category rank work?
Your category rank (SC_R, ST_R, EW_R, etc.) is your position within your category only. During counselling, you compete for seats reserved for your category, not for all seats. For example, if you are SC with SC rank 150, you are the 150th SC candidate in Odisha. SC-reserved seats are allotted to SC candidates in order of their SC rank. Your overall state rank does not determine your allotment — your category rank does.
What if I am not on the merit list?
Contact OJEE immediately with your NEET application number and ask why. Possible reasons: incomplete registration, NEET score below cutoff, ineligible or incomplete documents, failure to meet domicile criteria, or a registration error. Ask OJEE if you can correct or resubmit documents. If you are ineligible for Odisha's state quota, you may still be eligible for All India Quota (AIQ) seats through the MCC's national counselling.
When will counselling happen?
The notice does not specify the counselling date. Watch the OJEE website (ojee.gov.in) and your registered email and phone number for announcements. Counselling typically begins within 1–2 weeks of the merit list release. Keep your contact details active and check for updates daily.
What documents must I bring during reporting?
Bring all original documents you uploaded during registration: NEET admit card, 10+2 mark sheet, caste/domicile certificate (if applicable), PwBD certificate (if applicable), and any other document listed in the registration form. Every document will be verified. If any document is missing, forged, or does not match the uploaded copy, your allotment will be cancelled.
Can my allotment be cancelled after I am allotted a seat?
Yes. The notice states: 'During reporting/ Admission process all concerned documents in original will be verified. If any deviation/tampering / forged found in the documents during the verification will lead cancellation of the allotment and may also lead to cancellation of the candidature.' If your documents are found to be forged, altered, or ineligible, your seat will be cancelled and your candidature may be cancelled entirely.
I registered in the stray vacancy round. Am I at a disadvantage?
No. Your rank is valid and you will be called for counselling in order of your rank. The decimal point in your rank (e.g., 1003.01) is just a marker to distinguish stray vacancy registrations from earlier registrations. During counselling, you compete fairly with all other candidates of your category. A candidate with rank 1003 will be called before rank 1003.01, but both will be called in their turn.
What is the difference between my state rank and my category rank?
Your state rank is your position among ALL candidates in Odisha based on NEET AIR. Your category rank is your position within your specific category (General, SC, ST, EW, EB, etc.). During counselling, your category rank determines your allotment — you compete only within your category for category-reserved seats. Your state rank is informational; your category rank is what matters for seat allotment.
What if I find an error in my rank or category on the merit list?
Contact OJEE immediately with your NEET application number and explain the error. Provide supporting documents (e.g., your caste certificate if your category is wrong, or your NEET scorecard if your rank is wrong). OJEE will investigate and correct the error if valid. Do this before counselling begins — errors cannot be corrected after counselling starts.
This final merit list is your gateway to MBBS/BDS counselling in Odisha. Verify your rank and category immediately. Gather and check all original documents now — any mismatch or forgery will result in cancellation of your allotment. If you are an NRI, review the MCC's NRI notice and prepare NRI-specific documents. Watch the OJEE website (ojee.gov.in) for the counselling schedule — it will be announced within the next 1–2 weeks. Keep your registered email and phone active for all updates. Do not delay — preparation now will ensure a smooth admission process.
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