Odisha NEET UG 2026: PwBD Reassessment Results – 11 Candidates Not Eligible

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Board has released the final results of a PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) reassessment conducted on 22 August 2026 at PGIMER and Capital Hospital, Bhubaneswar. This reassessment was ordered by the Appellate Authority following appeals from candidates who had initially claimed PwBD quota eligibility for MBBS/BDS counselling. The notice lists 11 candidates who underwent re-evaluation, and all 11 have been declared not eligible under the PwBD quota. If you are one of these candidates, this result affects your counselling eligibility and seat allocation in the ongoing 2026-27 admission round.

What is this notice about?

This is a final assessment result notice issued by OJEE, the state counselling authority for Odisha's 85% state-quota MBBS and BDS seats. The notice announces the outcome of a special reassessment of PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) status for 11 candidates who had applied for PwBD quota seats.

The reassessment was conducted on 22 August 2026 at two medical institutions: PGIMER (Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research) and Capital Hospital, both in Bhubaneswar. This reassessment was ordered by the Appellate Authority — the body that hears appeals against OJEE decisions — following requests from these candidates to have their disability status re-evaluated.

The result is binding: all 11 candidates have been assessed by medical experts and declared not eligible to claim PwBD quota benefits. This means they will not receive the reserved seats or other benefits meant for persons with benchmark disabilities, and will instead be counselled under the general/unreserved category in the ongoing MBBS/BDS counselling.

Who are the 11 candidates affected?

The notice lists 11 candidates by name, application number, and the medical department they were assessed for (Ophthalmology, Orthopaedic, or Haematology). The assessment was conducted at specialist departments because disability assessment for medical students must be done by doctors in the relevant field to determine if the candidate can safely and effectively pursue that specialty.

If your name appears in the table below, you have been assessed and the result is final. You must now proceed with counselling under the general/unreserved category, not under any PwBD quota.

What does 'Not Eligible under PwBD quota' mean?

PwBD quota stands for 'Persons with Benchmark Disability' quota — reserved seats in medical colleges for candidates with specific, certified disabilities. In India, benchmark disabilities are defined by law and include conditions like blindness, low vision, deafness, hearing impairment, locomotor disability, dwarfism, leprosy cured, acid attack survivors, and autism spectrum disorder, among others.

When a candidate is declared 'Not Eligible under PwBD quota', it means the medical assessment found that either: (a) the candidate does not have a benchmark disability as defined by law, or (b) the candidate has a disability but it is not severe enough to qualify as a 'benchmark' disability, or (c) the candidate's disability, while benchmark, is incompatible with pursuing medicine or dentistry safely and effectively.

This is a final decision. The candidate will now be counselled under the general/unreserved category based on their NEET UG 2026 rank, not under any reserved quota. This may significantly affect their chances of getting a seat, as general category seats are fewer and more competitive.

Why was a reassessment ordered?

The reassessment was ordered by the Appellate Authority following appeals filed by these candidates. The Appellate Authority is an independent body set up to hear and decide appeals against OJEE's initial decisions. When a candidate disagrees with an initial PwBD eligibility decision, they can appeal to this authority.

The Appellate Authority reviewed the appeals and decided that a fresh medical assessment was warranted. This reassessment was conducted on 22 August 2026 at PGIMER and Capital Hospital by specialist doctors in the relevant medical fields. The reassessment is a formal, medical re-evaluation — not a review of paperwork, but a fresh clinical examination.

The results of this reassessment are final and binding. No further appeals or reassessments will be conducted for these candidates in this counselling round.

What happens to these candidates now?

Candidates listed in this notice will be removed from the PwBD quota pool and will participate in counselling under the general/unreserved category only. This means they will be ranked and allocated seats based on their NEET UG 2026 rank among all general category candidates, not among PwBD candidates.

If a candidate has already been allotted a seat under the PwBD quota in an earlier counselling round, this result may trigger a review of that allotment. Candidates should contact the OJEE counselling office immediately to clarify their status and understand how this affects their current seat allocation.

Candidates must continue to participate in all remaining counselling rounds as per the official schedule. They should check the OJEE website (odishajee.com) regularly for updates on counselling dates, merit lists, and allotment results.

What documents or evidence do I need?

This is a result notice, not an application or document submission notice. No further documents are required from the candidates listed. The reassessment has already been completed, and the results are final.

However, if you are one of these candidates and you believe the assessment was incorrect or unfair, you may have the right to file a further appeal to the Appellate Authority or to approach the court. You should consult with OJEE or a legal advisor about the timeline and procedure for such appeals. Do not delay — there are strict deadlines for appeals.

Important dates and deadlines

The reassessment was conducted on 22 August 2026. The results were announced on 25 August 2026 (the date of this notice). There is no application deadline or submission deadline associated with this notice — it is a result announcement only.

Candidates should note that this result is effective immediately. If you are listed, you must update your counselling profile to reflect that you are now in the general category, not the PwBD category. Check the OJEE website for instructions on how to update your category status.

If you wish to appeal this result, you must act quickly. The notice does not specify an appeal deadline, so contact OJEE immediately to ask about the timeline for filing a further appeal. Delays in filing appeals can result in loss of the right to appeal.

• Reassessment date: 22 August 2026
• Result announcement date: 25 August 2026
• Effective date: Immediately upon announcement
• Appeal deadline: Not specified in this notice — contact OJEE urgently

How does this affect my counselling and seat allocation?

If you are listed in this notice, your counselling category has changed from PwBD to general/unreserved. This is a significant change because PwBD seats are reserved and have lower cutoff ranks, while general seats are open and highly competitive.

In the next counselling round, you will be ranked among all general category candidates based on your NEET UG 2026 rank. Your chances of getting a seat depend on how many general seats are available and how your rank compares to other general category candidates. You may not get a seat in a college of your choice, or you may not get a seat at all, depending on your rank and the availability of seats.

If you have already been allotted a seat under the PwBD quota in an earlier round, this result may affect that allotment. OJEE may cancel your current allotment and re-allot you under the general category in a later round, or you may be asked to surrender your current seat. Contact OJEE immediately to understand your exact status.

Can I appeal this decision?

The notice does not explicitly state whether further appeals are possible. However, in most cases, a decision by the Appellate Authority is final and binding. If you believe the reassessment was conducted incorrectly, unfairly, or in violation of procedure, you may have the right to file a writ petition in the High Court of Odisha.

A writ petition is a legal remedy available under the Indian Constitution. It allows you to challenge an administrative decision if you believe it violates your rights or was made without following proper procedure. However, writ petitions are complex and require legal expertise. You should consult a lawyer immediately if you wish to pursue this option.

Do not delay. Courts have strict timelines for filing petitions, and missing the deadline can result in your petition being rejected. Contact a lawyer and OJEE as soon as possible to understand your options and the timeline for filing any further appeal or petition.

What if I was not listed but I applied for PwBD quota?

If you applied for PwBD quota but your name does not appear in this notice, it means you were not selected for reassessment. This could mean: (a) your initial PwBD eligibility was approved and you remain eligible, or (b) your initial application was rejected and you were not selected for reassessment, or (c) you did not apply for reassessment when given the opportunity.

Check your OJEE counselling portal to see your current category status. If you are shown as PwBD-eligible, you will be counselled under the PwBD quota. If you are shown as general category, you will be counselled under the general category. If you are unsure, contact OJEE immediately.

If your initial PwBD application was rejected and you believe it was done incorrectly, you may have had the opportunity to appeal to the Appellate Authority. If you did not appeal at that time, you may have missed your chance. Contact OJEE to ask if any further appeals are possible.

What is the PwBD quota in Odisha MBBS/BDS counselling?

Odisha reserves a certain percentage of MBBS and BDS seats for persons with benchmark disabilities. These are called PwBD quota seats. The exact percentage is set by the state government and may vary by college and course. PwBD quota seats are filled through the same OJEE counselling process as general seats, but candidates are ranked separately within the PwBD category.

To be eligible for PwBD quota, a candidate must: (a) have a valid disability certificate issued by a competent authority (usually a government hospital or medical board), (b) have a benchmark disability as defined by law, and (c) be able to pursue the course safely and effectively despite the disability. Medical assessment is required to confirm eligibility.

Candidates declared not eligible for PwBD quota, like those in this notice, will be counselled under the general category and will compete with all other general category candidates for the remaining general seats.

Frequently asked questions

If your name appears in this notice, your PwBD quota eligibility has been cancelled and you will now be counselled under the general/unreserved category. Contact OJEE immediately to confirm your updated status and understand how this affects any seat you may have already been allotted. If you wish to appeal this decision, consult a lawyer urgently — there are strict timelines for filing appeals. Check the OJEE website (odishajee.com) regularly for the next counselling round schedule and update your profile to reflect your new category status. Do not delay — your admission depends on acting quickly.