Odisha NEET UG 2026 MBBS/BDS Seat Matrix: All Colleges & Quotas

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination Board (OJEE) has released the official seat matrix for MBBS and BDS counselling in Odisha for the 2026-27 admission session. This document shows exactly how many seats are available at each government and private medical and dental college, broken down by category (ST, SC, OBC/SEBC, UR, EWS) and sub-quota (Open, Sports, Physically Handicapped, etc.). The seat matrix is the foundation of counselling — it determines where you can apply, which colleges have seats in your category, and your realistic chances of admission. Without this matrix, you cannot plan your counselling strategy or understand your options.

What is the Seat Matrix and Why It Matters

The seat matrix is an official table that lists every medical and dental college in Odisha and shows exactly how many seats are available in each category and sub-quota. It is published by OJEE before counselling begins and is used to determine which colleges you can apply to and whether seats exist in your category at each college.

This matrix is critical because it tells you: (1) the total number of seats available in Odisha for MBBS and BDS; (2) how many seats are reserved for your category (ST, SC, OBC/SEBC, UR, EWS); (3) which colleges have seats in your category; (4) whether a college has seats under Open, Sports, Physically Handicapped, or other sub-quotas. Without this information, you cannot make an informed choice during counselling.

The seat matrix is also used to calculate cutoff scores. Colleges with more seats in your category typically have lower cutoffs; colleges with fewer seats have higher cutoffs. Knowing the seat distribution helps you estimate your chances realistically.

Total Seats Available: Government and Private

Odisha is offering a total of 1,572 government MBBS seats across 11 government medical colleges. This includes seats reserved for ST, SC, OBC/SEBC, UR, and EWS categories, as well as seats under special sub-quotas (Sports, Physically Handicapped, etc.).

Government BDS seats total 54 across 1 government dental college (SCB Dental College, Cuttack). Private medical colleges are offering 400 MBBS seats across 3 colleges (HITECH Bhubaneswar, HITECH Rourkela, and DRIEMS Cuttack). Private dental colleges are offering 100 BDS seats across 1 college (HITECH Dental College, Bhubaneswar).

In total, Odisha has 2,126 MBBS seats (1,572 government + 400 private + 154 NRI) and 154 BDS seats (54 government + 100 private) available for the 2026-27 session. The vast majority of seats are in government colleges, which are free or heavily subsidized.

• Government MBBS: 1,572 seats
• Government BDS: 54 seats
• Private MBBS: 400 seats
• Private BDS: 100 seats
• NRI MBBS: 154 seats (not applicable to Indian NEET candidates)

Government Medical Colleges and Seat Distribution

Odisha has 11 government medical colleges offering MBBS seats. The two largest are SCB MCH, Cuttack and MKCG MCH, Berhampur, each with 212 seats. The smallest is JKMCH, Jajpur, with 43 seats. All government colleges are spread across the state to ensure regional access.

The 11 government medical colleges are: (1) SCB MCH, Cuttack — 212 seats; (2) MKCG MCH, Berhampur — 212 seats; (3) FM MC, Balasore — 85 seats; (4) SJMCH, Puri — 85 seats; (5) BB MC, Balangir — 85 seats; (6) DDMCH, Keonjhar — 85 seats; (7) GMC, Sundergarh — 85 seats; (8) GMC, Bhawanipatna — 85 seats; (9) JKMCH, Jajpur — 43 seats; (10) PMPMC, Talcher — 85 seats; (11) GMC, Phulbani — 85 seats.

Additionally, 3 government colleges (VIMSAR Burla, PRM MC Baripada, and SLN MC Koraput) are offering 425 MBBS seats combined. These are also government institutions and follow the same counselling process. The total government MBBS seats across all 14 government colleges is 1,572.

• SCB MCH, Cuttack: 212 seats
• MKCG MCH, Berhampur: 212 seats
• VIMSAR, Burla: 213 seats
• FM MC, Balasore: 85 seats
• SJMCH, Puri: 85 seats
• BB MC, Balangir: 85 seats
• DDMCH, Keonjhar: 85 seats
• GMC, Sundergarh: 85 seats
• GMC, Bhawanipatna: 85 seats
• PMPMC, Talcher: 85 seats
• GMC, Phulbani: 85 seats
• PRM MC, Baripada: 106 seats
• SLN MC, Koraput: 106 seats
• JKMCH, Jajpur: 43 seats

Category-Wise Seat Breakdown: ST, SC, OBC, UR, EWS

The seat matrix divides all seats into five main categories: ST (Scheduled Tribe), SC (Scheduled Caste), OBC/SEBC (Other Backward Classes / Socially and Educationally Backward Classes), UR (Unreserved / General), and EWS (Economically Weaker Sections). Your category is determined by your caste certificate or EWS certificate, and you can only apply for seats reserved for your category.

For government MBBS (1,572 seats total): ST gets 256 seats, SC gets 185 seats, OBC/SEBC gets 127 seats, UR gets 537 seats, and EWS gets 32 seats. This means if you are ST, you compete only with other ST candidates for 256 seats; if you are SC, you compete for 185 seats, and so on. UR (General) candidates have the most seats (537) but also face the highest competition.

For government BDS (54 seats total): ST gets 9 seats, SC gets 7 seats, OBC/SEBC gets 5 seats, UR gets 16 seats, and EWS gets 4 seats. BDS seats are far fewer than MBBS, so cutoffs for BDS are typically higher. Private colleges also reserve seats by category, though the exact reservation rules may differ — check with the college directly.

• ST (Scheduled Tribe): 256 govt MBBS, 9 govt BDS
• SC (Scheduled Caste): 185 govt MBBS, 7 govt BDS
• OBC/SEBC (Other Backward Classes): 127 govt MBBS, 5 govt BDS
• UR (Unreserved/General): 537 govt MBBS, 16 govt BDS
• EWS (Economically Weaker Sections): 32 govt MBBS, 4 govt BDS

Sub-Quotas: Open, Sports, Physically Handicapped, and Others

Within each category, seats are further divided into sub-quotas: OP (Open), SGS (Sports), GC (Physically Handicapped / General Category), PC (Physically Handicapped / Category-specific), and ES (Earned Scholarship / other special provisions). Most seats are under the Open (OP) sub-quota, which is what the majority of candidates apply for.

For example, at SCB MCH Cuttack, the 36 ST seats are divided as: 36 OP (Open), 7 SGS (Sports), 2 GC (Physically Handicapped), 2 PC (Physically Handicapped Category), and 1 ES (Earned Scholarship). If you are an ST candidate without a sports or disability certificate, you compete for the 36 OP seats. If you have a valid sports certificate, you can apply for the 7 SGS seats instead, which may have a lower cutoff.

Sports (SGS) seats are for candidates who have represented their state or country in recognized sports. Physically Handicapped (GC and PC) seats are for candidates with a disability certificate issued by a competent authority. Earned Scholarship (ES) seats have specific eligibility criteria set by the college. Most candidates apply under the Open (OP) sub-quota. Do not apply for a sub-quota you are not eligible for — your application will be rejected.

• OP (Open): General seats, no special eligibility required
• SGS (Sports): For candidates with valid sports certificates
• GC (Physically Handicapped, General): For PwD candidates in unreserved category
• PC (Physically Handicapped, Category): For PwD candidates in reserved categories
• ES (Earned Scholarship): For candidates meeting specific college criteria

Private Medical and Dental Colleges

Odisha has 3 private medical colleges offering MBBS seats: HITECH MC Bhubaneswar (150 seats), HITECH MC Rourkela (100 seats), and DRIEMS Cuttack (150 seats). Total private MBBS seats: 400. Private colleges also reserve seats by category, though the exact percentage may differ from government colleges. Check the college's prospectus for their specific reservation policy.

For BDS, there is 1 private dental college: HITECH Dental College, Bhubaneswar, offering 100 seats. Private colleges typically charge higher fees than government colleges, but seats are still allocated through the OJEE counselling process based on merit rank.

Private colleges also offer NRI seats (seats for Non-Resident Indian candidates). These are not applicable to Indian NEET candidates and are filled separately. The seat matrix shows NRI seats for reference, but you should ignore them if you are an Indian citizen.

• HITECH MC, Bhubaneswar: 150 MBBS seats
• HITECH MC, Rourkela: 100 MBBS seats
• DRIEMS, Cuttack: 150 MBBS seats
• HITECH Dental College, Bhubaneswar: 100 BDS seats

How to Use the Seat Matrix During Counselling

During counselling registration, you will be asked to fill a choice list — a ranked list of colleges and courses you are willing to accept. The seat matrix helps you decide which colleges to include in your choice list. First, identify your category (ST, SC, OBC, UR, or EWS) and note how many seats are available in your category at each college. Then, rank the colleges in order of your preference.

A smart strategy is to include colleges where your category has multiple seats (higher chances of getting a seat) as well as colleges where your category has fewer seats but you prefer the location or reputation (lower chances but worth trying). For example, if you are UR, you have 537 government MBBS seats to choose from — you can afford to be selective. If you are EWS, you have only 32 government MBBS seats — you should include all colleges that have EWS seats in your choice list.

The seat matrix also helps you estimate cutoffs. Colleges with more seats in your category typically have lower cutoffs; colleges with fewer seats have higher cutoffs. Use this to gauge which colleges are realistic for your rank. For instance, SCB MCH Cuttack has 76 UR seats, while JKMCH Jajpur has only 16 UR seats — SCB's cutoff is likely lower. Always cross-check the seat matrix with previous years' cutoffs to make an informed choice.

• Identify your category and note seat availability at each college
• Rank colleges in order of preference
• Include colleges with more seats in your category (safer options)
• Include colleges with fewer seats if you prefer them (aspirational options)
• Use seat numbers to estimate cutoffs (more seats = lower cutoff)
• Cross-check with previous years' cutoffs for your category

Important: EWS Seats and Eligibility

EWS (Economically Weaker Sections) seats are a recent addition to Indian medical education. Odisha is offering 32 government MBBS seats and 4 government BDS seats under the EWS category. To be eligible for EWS seats, you must have an EWS certificate issued by the competent authority (usually the District Magistrate or Tehsildar) and your family income must be below the prescribed limit (currently ₹8 lakh per annum, but check the official notification for 2026).

EWS seats are separate from caste-based reservations. If you are ST, SC, or OBC, you cannot apply for EWS seats — you must apply for your caste category. EWS seats are only for General (UR) candidates who meet the income criterion. Private colleges in Odisha are not offering EWS seats according to this matrix, so EWS candidates should focus on government colleges.

If you have an EWS certificate, ensure it is valid and issued within the prescribed time frame. An invalid or expired EWS certificate will result in rejection of your application. Verify the certificate requirements with OJEE before counselling begins.

• EWS seats: 32 govt MBBS, 4 govt BDS
• Eligibility: General (UR) category + family income below ₹8 lakh per annum
• Must have valid EWS certificate from competent authority
• Cannot apply for EWS if you are ST, SC, or OBC
• Private colleges not offering EWS seats in Odisha

College-Wise Seat Matrix: Government MBBS

The seat matrix provides a detailed breakdown of seats at each government medical college. Below is the complete list of government MBBS colleges with their total seats and category-wise distribution. Use this table to identify which colleges have seats in your category and to compare seat availability across colleges.

For example, SCB MCH Cuttack has 212 total seats: 36 ST, 24 SC, 17 OBC, 76 UR, and 0 EWS. MKCG MCH Berhampur also has 212 seats with a similar distribution. Smaller colleges like JKMCH Jajpur have only 43 seats total. When choosing colleges, consider both the total number of seats and the number of seats in your specific category.

Government BDS and Private Colleges

Odisha has only 1 government dental college: SCB Dental College, Cuttack, with 54 BDS seats. The breakdown is: 9 ST, 7 SC, 5 OBC, 16 UR, and 4 EWS. BDS seats are far fewer than MBBS, so if you are interested in dentistry, competition will be intense and cutoffs will be high.

For private MBBS, the three colleges are HITECH Bhubaneswar (150 seats), HITECH Rourkela (100 seats), and DRIEMS Cuttack (150 seats). For private BDS, HITECH Dental College Bhubaneswar offers 100 seats. Private colleges also reserve seats by category, but the exact percentages may differ from government colleges. Contact the colleges directly for their specific reservation policy and fee structure.

• SCB Dental College, Cuttack (Govt BDS): 54 seats total
• HITECH MC, Bhubaneswar (Pvt MBBS): 150 seats
• HITECH MC, Rourkela (Pvt MBBS): 100 seats
• DRIEMS, Cuttack (Pvt MBBS): 150 seats
• HITECH Dental College, Bhubaneswar (Pvt BDS): 100 seats

What the Seat Matrix Does NOT Tell You

The seat matrix shows only the number of seats available — it does NOT show the cutoff scores, merit lists, or which candidates will actually get those seats. Cutoffs are determined after counselling based on the number of candidates in each category and their scores. A college with 100 seats may have a cutoff of 600 marks, while a college with 50 seats may have a cutoff of 650 marks, depending on competition.

The seat matrix also does NOT show the exact sub-quota breakdown for every college in detail (the full matrix in the PDF shows this, but the summary here does not). If you need to know exactly how many Sports or Physically Handicapped seats are available at a specific college, refer to the full PDF matrix or contact OJEE directly.

Finally, the seat matrix is based on the 2026-27 session and may change if colleges are upgraded, downgraded, or if new colleges are added. Always verify the latest seat matrix from the official OJEE website before counselling begins.

• Seat matrix shows seat numbers, NOT cutoff scores
• Cutoffs are determined after counselling based on competition
• Sub-quota details (Sports, PwD, etc.) are in the full PDF matrix
• Seat matrix may change if colleges are upgraded or new colleges are added
• Always verify the latest matrix from OJEE before counselling

Key Dates and Next Steps

The seat matrix was released on 15 August 2026. Counselling dates, registration deadlines, and choice-filling windows will be announced separately by OJEE. You should monitor the official OJEE website (odishajee.com) regularly for announcements about counselling schedule, registration, and document verification.

Before counselling begins, prepare the following: (1) your NEET UG 2026 admit card and score; (2) your category certificate (caste certificate for ST/SC/OBC, or EWS certificate if applicable); (3) your 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates; (4) your Aadhaar card and PAN (if available); (5) a recent passport-sized photograph; (6) any other documents specified by OJEE. Having these ready will speed up the registration and document verification process.

Use the seat matrix now to plan your choice list. Identify colleges in your category, research their reputation and location, and rank them in order of preference. This preparation will help you make quick, informed decisions during counselling.

• Seat matrix released: 15 August 2026
• Counselling dates: To be announced by OJEE
• Monitor odishajee.com for counselling schedule
• Prepare documents: NEET admit card, category certificate, 10th/12th certificates, Aadhaar, PAN, photograph
• Plan your choice list now using the seat matrix

Frequently asked questions

The seat matrix is your roadmap for counselling. Use it now to identify colleges in your category, research their reputation and location, and plan your choice list. Prepare all required documents and monitor the OJEE website (odishajee.com) for the counselling schedule, registration dates, and further instructions. Counselling will begin soon — the earlier you prepare, the better your chances of securing your preferred college.