Odisha NEET UG 2026 MBBS/BDS 2nd Round: PwBD Medical Board Assessment on 8 Sept

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Board has issued a mandatory notice for all candidates with benchmark disabilities (PwBD) who wish to participate in the 2nd round of MBBS/BDS counselling under the 85% state quota. These candidates must attend an in-person medical assessment at the State Medical Board, SCB MCH, Cuttack on 8 September 2026 at 9:30 AM. This assessment is not optional — the Board will evaluate whether each candidate possesses the essential functional competencies required to complete an MBBS course. Candidates who fail to attend will be automatically disqualified from the PC/PwBD category and cannot participate in state quota counselling. The Board's decision is final and binding.

What is this notice about?

This is a mandatory attendance notice from OJEE for candidates registered under the Person with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) category who are participating in the 2nd round of MBBS/BDS counselling for Odisha's 85% state quota seats. The notice informs you that you must appear in person before the State Medical Board at SCB MCH, Cuttack on 8 September 2026 at 9:30 AM.

The purpose of this medical assessment is to evaluate your functional competencies — that is, whether you can perform the essential tasks required to study and practise medicine. The Board will assess your ability to communicate, understand medical terminology, perform clinical procedures, and complete the MBBS course successfully. This is not a re-diagnosis of your disability; it is an assessment of your capability to function as a medical student and future doctor.

The Board's assessment will result in one of three outcomes: (1) Eligible — you can proceed to counselling without restrictions; (2) Eligible with Reasonable Accommodation — you can proceed, but the college must provide specific support (e.g., assistive devices, extra time, modified examination format); or (3) Ineligible — you do not meet the functional competencies required, and you cannot be admitted under the PwBD category. The Board's decision is final and cannot be appealed.

Who must attend the medical assessment?

You must attend if you meet ALL of the following conditions:

You have registered for OJEE NEET UG 2026 counselling under the PwBD (Person with Benchmark Disability) category. This means you hold a valid UDID (Unique Disability ID) card issued by the government and have declared a benchmark disability (locomotor, hearing, visual, cognitive/specific learning disorder, autism spectrum disorder, mental illness, or other recognized conditions).

You have qualified in NEET UG 2026 — that is, you have achieved a score that makes you eligible for counselling.

You are participating in the 2nd round of state quota (85%) MBBS/BDS counselling in Odisha.

If you do not meet all three conditions, you do not need to attend. For example, if you registered under PwBD but did not qualify in NEET UG 2026, or if you are applying under a different quota (e.g., management seats, private colleges), this notice does not apply to you.

• Hold a valid UDID card with a recognized benchmark disability
• Have qualified in NEET UG 2026
• Are registered for 2nd round state quota (85%) MBBS/BDS counselling in Odisha

Critical: What happens if you don't attend?

⚠️ **This is a trap that will cost you your seat.** The notice states in bold red text: 'Candidates failed to attend the Medical Board shall not be considered under Physically Challenged (PC/PwBD) category under any circumstances.'

If you do not attend the medical assessment on 8 September 2026 at 9:30 AM, you will be automatically disqualified from the PwBD category. You will not be able to participate in state quota counselling at all. You cannot appeal this decision, and you cannot attend a later date — the Board will not give you a second chance.

Even if you have a valid UDID card and a high NEET score, missing this assessment means you lose your eligibility for the 85% state quota seats reserved for persons with disabilities. You may still be eligible for general category seats if your score qualifies, but you will lose the advantage of the disability quota.

• Non-attendance = automatic disqualification from PwBD category
• No second chance or makeup date
• Decision is final and binding
• You will be excluded from state quota counselling entirely

Important dates and location

**Date:** 8 September 2026 (Wednesday)

**Time:** 9:30 AM (arrive early; the Board will not wait for late arrivals)

**Location:** State Medical Board, SCB MCH (Sriram Chandra Bhanj Medical College and Hospital), Cuttack, Odisha

The notice references a previous notice (No: OJEE/0383, dated 4 August 2026) which contains the full list of documents you must bring. You must carry all documents mentioned in that earlier notice. If you do not have a copy, contact OJEE immediately to obtain it, as missing documents may result in your assessment being incomplete or rejected.

• Date: 8 September 2026
• Time: 9:30 AM sharp
• Venue: State Medical Board, SCB MCH, Cuttack
• Bring all documents listed in OJEE notice No: OJEE/0383 (4 August 2026)

Documents you must bring

The notice does not list the documents in this notice itself — it refers you to a previous notice (OJEE/0383, dated 4 August 2026). However, based on the affidavits and eligibility certificate forms included in this document, you will almost certainly need to bring:

**Original and photocopy of your UDID card** — the government-issued Unique Disability ID card that certifies your disability and percentage of disability.

**Self-Certification Affidavit (Appendix-A)** — a notarized affidavit in which you declare your disability type, disability percentage, assistive devices used, and your essential functional competencies. This form is included in this notice and must be filled out, signed, and notarized before you attend.

**Disability-specific affidavits** — depending on your disability type, you may need to submit one of the following notarized affidavits (all included in this notice):

If you have hearing impairment: Appendix-B (Hearing Impairment Affidavit)

If you have locomotor disability affecting upper extremity: Appendix-C (Locomotor Disability — Upper Extremity)

If you have locomotor disability affecting lower extremity: Appendix-D (Locomotor Disability — Lower Extremity)

If you have mental illness, speech disorder, specific learning disorder, or autism spectrum disorder: Appendix-E (Mental Illness/Speech Disorders/SLD/ASD Affidavit)

If you have visual impairment: Appendix-F (Visual Impairment Affidavit)

**NEET UG 2026 admit card and roll number** — proof of your NEET registration and score.

**Proof of registration for OJEE counselling** — your OJEE registration number and confirmation.

**Any assistive devices or aids you use** — bring these with you so the Board can assess your functional ability with them (e.g., hearing aids, cochlear implants, low vision aids, crutches, artificial limbs, etc.).

**Contact OJEE immediately** if you do not have a copy of notice OJEE/0383 (4 August 2026), as it may contain additional required documents.

• Original and photocopy of valid UDID card
• Self-Certification Affidavit (Appendix-A), notarized
• Disability-specific affidavit (Appendix-B, C, D, E, or F as applicable), notarized
• NEET UG 2026 admit card and roll number
• OJEE counselling registration proof
• All assistive devices you use (hearing aids, low vision aids, etc.)
• Any other documents listed in OJEE notice OJEE/0383 (4 August 2026)

What the Medical Board will assess

The Medical Assessment Board will conduct an individualized assessment of your functional competencies. This means the Board will not simply look at your disability diagnosis or percentage — it will evaluate whether you can actually perform the essential tasks required to be a medical student and doctor.

The Board will assess your ability in the following areas (based on the Competency-Based Medical Education, or CBME, curriculum):

**Communication:** Can you communicate clearly and empathetically with patients and colleagues, using assistive devices if needed?

**Hearing (if applicable):** Can you hear and respond to speech in quiet and noisy environments, with or without hearing aids or cochlear implants?

**Hand and arm function (if applicable):** Can you write, hold instruments, and perform clinical procedures using your dominant or aided hand?

**Understanding and comprehension:** Can you follow and understand medical terminology, maintain social interaction, and respond to instructions?

**Vision (if applicable):** Does your vision, with the help of low vision aids if needed, improve to better than 40% disability?

**Mobility and stability (if applicable):** Can you bear weight, stand, walk, climb stairs, and move around a hospital or clinic?

The Board will also assess whether you need reasonable accommodation (extra support) to complete the course, and whether your disability poses any risk to patient safety. If a risk is identified, the Board will determine whether it can be managed through accommodation.

The Board's assessment is based on objective medical and functional evidence, not on assumptions about your disability. A candidate with a high disability percentage may be deemed eligible if they demonstrate the necessary functional competencies; conversely, a candidate with a lower disability percentage may be deemed ineligible if they cannot perform essential functions.

• Communication ability (with assistive devices if used)
• Hearing and response to speech (with aids if used)
• Hand, arm, and finger function (ability to write and hold instruments)
• Understanding of medical terminology and social interaction
• Vision (with low vision aids if used)
• Mobility, balance, and ability to navigate clinical settings
• Need for reasonable accommodation
• Risk to patient safety and whether it can be mitigated

How to fill out the affidavits correctly

The affidavits (Appendix-A through F) are self-certification forms in which you declare your functional competencies. These are critical documents — if you fill them out incorrectly or dishonestly, the Board may find you ineligible, or your admission may be revoked later.

**Step 1: Determine which affidavits you need.** If your disability is locomotor, hearing, visual, specific learning disorder, autism spectrum disorder, or mental illness, you must fill out the general Self-Certification Affidavit (Appendix-A) AND the disability-specific affidavit (Appendix-B, C, D, E, or F). If your disability is something else (e.g., blood disorder, chronic neurological condition), you only need to fill out Appendix-A.

**Step 2: Fill out each affidavit completely.** Include your name, NEET roll number, NEET score, UDID number, disability type, disability percentage, and any assistive devices you use. For each functional ability listed, mark either ✓ (yes, I can do this) or X (no, I cannot do this). Be honest — the Board will verify your answers during the assessment.

**Step 3: Make a declaration.** At the end of each affidavit, you must declare that you possess the essential competencies and are capable of successfully undertaking the MBBS course. You must also acknowledge that any false declaration may result in revocation of your admission.

**Step 4: Get the affidavit notarized.** Each affidavit must be signed by you in front of a notary public (a lawyer or government official authorized to notarize documents). The notary will verify your identity and witness your signature. Do not submit an affidavit without a notary's seal and signature — it will be rejected.

**Step 5: Bring originals to the assessment.** Bring the original notarized affidavits to the Medical Board on 8 September 2026. Do not submit photocopies unless specifically asked.

⚠️ **Common mistake:** Candidates sometimes mark ✓ for all functional abilities even if they cannot perform them, hoping to pass the assessment. The Board will test you during the assessment — if your answers do not match your actual abilities, you will be found ineligible. Be truthful.

• Determine which affidavits apply to your disability type
• Fill out all sections completely and accurately
• Mark ✓ or X honestly for each functional ability
• Make the required declaration at the end
• Get each affidavit notarized by a notary public
• Bring original notarized affidavits to the assessment
• Do not submit unnotarized or photocopied affidavits

What happens after the assessment?

After the Board completes your assessment, it will issue an **Eligibility Certificate** (a form included in this notice). This certificate will state one of three outcomes:

**Eligible:** You can proceed to counselling without any restrictions. You will be eligible for all MBBS/BDS seats in the state quota.

**Eligible with Reasonable Accommodation:** You can proceed to counselling, but the college must provide specific support measures. Examples include extra time during exams, modified examination format, assistive technology, accessible facilities, or modified clinical duties. The certificate will specify which accommodations are recommended. Colleges are required to provide these accommodations.

**Ineligible:** You do not meet the essential functional competencies required to complete the MBBS course, even with reasonable accommodation. You cannot be admitted under the PwBD category. However, you may still be eligible for general category seats if your NEET score qualifies.

The Eligibility Certificate will be issued by the Medical Assessment Board and will be required during counselling. You must keep this certificate safe — you will need to submit it to the college when you are allotted a seat.

If you are found ineligible, you have no right to appeal the Board's decision. The notice states that the Board's decision is 'final and binding.' However, you may still participate in counselling under the general category if your NEET score qualifies.

• Eligible — proceed to counselling without restrictions
• Eligible with Reasonable Accommodation — proceed with specified support
• Ineligible — cannot be admitted under PwBD category
• Eligibility Certificate will be issued and required during counselling
• No appeal process for ineligibility decision
• Ineligible candidates may still apply under general category

Reasonable accommodation: What it means for you

If the Board finds you 'Eligible with Reasonable Accommodation,' it means you can complete the MBBS course, but you will need specific support from the college. Reasonable accommodation is any modification to the learning or examination environment that allows you to demonstrate your knowledge and skills without changing the essential competencies required.

**Examples of reasonable accommodation include:**

Extra time during exams (e.g., 25% or 50% additional time)

Modified examination format (e.g., oral exam instead of written, or use of a scribe)

Assistive technology (e.g., screen readers for visual impairment, hearing loops for hearing impairment)

Accessible facilities (e.g., ramps, accessible toilets, accessible hostel rooms)

Modified clinical duties (e.g., if you have a mobility disability, you may not be required to stand for 12 hours during surgery, but you can observe and assist in other ways)

Accessible transportation and parking

The Board will specify which accommodations are recommended for you. When you are allotted a seat, you must inform the college of these accommodations and provide a copy of your Eligibility Certificate. The college is legally required to provide them.

⚠️ **Important:** Reasonable accommodation does not mean lowering the standard of medical education or competency. You will still be required to learn and demonstrate all essential medical competencies. The accommodation simply removes barriers so you can access the same education as other students.

• Extra time during exams
• Modified examination format (oral, scribe, etc.)
• Assistive technology and devices
• Accessible facilities and infrastructure
• Modified clinical duties (if medically necessary)
• Accessible transportation and parking
• Colleges are legally required to provide recommended accommodations

Important notes on disability types and affidavits

The notice includes a special note for candidates with disabilities other than locomotor, visual, hearing, specific learning disorder, autism spectrum disorder, or mental illness. If you have a benchmark disability such as blood disorders (haemophilia, thalassemia, sickle cell disease), chronic neurological conditions, or other recognized conditions, you only need to submit the Self-Certification Affidavit (Appendix-A). You do not need to submit the disability-specific affidavits (Appendix-B through F).

However, you must still bring your original UDID card, your notarized Appendix-A affidavit, and any other documents listed in OJEE notice OJEE/0383. The Board will still assess your functional competencies and issue an Eligibility Certificate.

If you are unsure which affidavits apply to your disability, contact OJEE or the Medical Board before 8 September 2026 to clarify. Do not guess — submitting the wrong affidavits may delay your assessment or result in rejection.

• Locomotor, visual, hearing, SLD, ASD, mental illness: submit Appendix-A + disability-specific affidavit
• Other benchmark disabilities (blood disorders, chronic neurological conditions, etc.): submit Appendix-A only
• All candidates must bring original UDID card and notarized affidavits
• Contact OJEE if unsure which affidavits apply to you

What to do now: Action checklist

If you are a PwBD candidate registered for 2nd round MBBS/BDS counselling in Odisha, follow these steps immediately:

**1. Confirm you are eligible to attend.** Check that you (a) hold a valid UDID card, (b) qualified in NEET UG 2026, and (c) are registered for 2nd round state quota counselling. If you do not meet all three criteria, you do not need to attend.

**2. Obtain a copy of OJEE notice OJEE/0383 (4 August 2026).** This notice lists all required documents. Contact OJEE if you do not have it.

**3. Determine which affidavits you need.** Based on your disability type, identify which of Appendix-A through F apply to you.

**4. Fill out and notarize all required affidavits.** Complete each affidavit accurately and honestly. Get each one notarized by a notary public. Do this at least 3-4 days before 8 September to avoid last-minute delays.

**5. Gather all required documents.** Collect your UDID card, NEET admit card, OJEE registration proof, notarized affidavits, and any assistive devices you use.

**6. Plan your travel to Cuttack.** The assessment is on 8 September 2026 at 9:30 AM at SCB MCH, Cuttack. Arrive at least 15-20 minutes early. Do not be late — the Board will not wait.

**7. Attend the assessment.** Bring all documents and be prepared to answer questions about your functional abilities. The Board may ask you to demonstrate certain tasks (e.g., writing, walking, hearing).

**8. Collect your Eligibility Certificate.** After the assessment, the Board will issue your certificate. Keep it safe — you will need it during counselling.

• Confirm you meet all eligibility criteria
• Obtain OJEE notice OJEE/0383 (4 August 2026)
• Identify which affidavits apply to your disability
• Fill out and notarize all required affidavits
• Gather all required documents
• Plan travel to SCB MCH, Cuttack
• Attend assessment on 8 September 2026 at 9:30 AM
• Collect your Eligibility Certificate

Frequently asked questions

If you are a PwBD candidate registered for Odisha's 2nd round MBBS/BDS state quota counselling, you must attend the Medical Assessment Board on 8 September 2026 at 9:30 AM at SCB MCH, Cuttack. Failure to attend will result in automatic disqualification from the disability category. Start preparing now: obtain OJEE notice OJEE/0383 to confirm all required documents, fill out and notarize the appropriate affidavits (Appendix-A and any disability-specific affidavit), and arrange your travel to Cuttack. Bring all original documents and be prepared to answer questions about your functional abilities. The Board's decision is final and will determine whether you can proceed to counselling.