Odisha NEET UG 2026: Revised 1st Round Counselling Schedule for MBBS/BDS State Quota

Odisha's Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) board has released a revised schedule for the 1st round of counselling for MBBS and BDS admissions under state quota seats. This revision was made because the national-level (All India Quota) counselling schedule changed, which affected Odisha's state-level timeline. If you are a candidate who registered for Odisha state quota counselling and your name appears on the state merit list, you must follow these new dates carefully — missing even one deadline can cost you your seat. This notice tells you exactly when to fill your choices, when allotments will be announced, and when you must report to the OJEE office with your original documents.

What This Notice Is About

This is an official schedule update from OJEE, the authority that runs counselling for Odisha's 85% state-quota MBBS and BDS seats. The original 1st round schedule was published on 5 August 2026, but because the national All India Quota counselling dates shifted, OJEE has adjusted the state quota timeline to avoid clashes. The new dates are now final for the 1st round.

This notice applies only to candidates who have already registered for state quota counselling and whose names appear on the state merit list. If you have not registered yet, or if you are applying for All India Quota seats (the 15% national pool), this schedule does not directly affect you — though the All India Quota process may run in parallel.

Who This Applies To

You are eligible to follow this schedule if you meet all of the following: (1) you have already registered for Odisha state quota counselling, (2) your name appears on the state merit list published by OJEE, and (3) you are applying for MBBS or BDS seats under the 85% state quota (not All India Quota). The state merit list is based on your NEET UG 2026 score and your category (General, OBC, SC, ST, or other reserved categories as per Odisha rules).

If you are unsure whether you are on the state merit list, log in to the OJEE portal (www.ojee.nic.in or www.odishajee.com) and check. If your name is not there, you may not be eligible for this round, or you may need to register separately for a later round.

Complete Timeline: Every Date You Must Know

Below is the exact schedule for the 1st round. Every date and time is fixed. Missing a deadline means you cannot participate in that step, and you may lose your chance at a seat in this round.

Step 1: Filling Your Course Choices (14–18 August)

This is your first and most critical action. Between 14 August at 8:30 PM and 18 August at 5:00 PM, you must log into the OJEE portal and select which colleges and courses you want to be considered for. You can rank multiple colleges and courses in order of preference. The system will use your choices and your merit rank to assign you a seat.

Do not wait until the last day. The portal may become slow or crash if too many candidates log in at once. Fill your choices well before 18 August 5:00 PM. Once the deadline passes, the portal will close and you cannot change your choices. If you do not fill any choices, you will not receive an allotment in this round.

Before you fill choices, research the colleges, their location, course reputation, and hostel facilities. Talk to seniors or counsellors if needed. Once you submit your choices, you cannot edit them after the deadline, so think carefully.

• Log in to www.ojee.nic.in or www.odishajee.com
• Select colleges and courses in order of preference
• Submit before 18 August 5:00 PM — no extensions
• Do not leave it to the last minute

Step 2: Data Reconciliation (19 August)

On 19 August, OJEE will check and verify all the choices you submitted. This is an internal process — you do not need to do anything. OJEE will ensure that all data is correct and that no technical errors occurred during choice filling. If there is a problem with your registration or eligibility, OJEE may flag it during this step.

Step 3: Provisional Allotment & Query Period (20–21 August)

On 20 August at 2:00 PM, OJEE will generate a provisional (temporary) allotment. This means the system will assign you a seat based on your merit rank, your choices, and the availability of seats. This is NOT your final allotment — it is provisional.

On 21 August at 2:00 PM, OJEE will invite you to raise any queries or objections about your provisional allotment. If you believe there is an error — for example, if you were assigned a seat you did not choose, or if your rank or category was wrongly recorded — you can submit a query during this window. Check the OJEE portal for instructions on how to file a query. If you do not raise a query, your provisional allotment will become final.

This is your chance to flag mistakes. If you spot an error and do not report it now, you may be stuck with a wrong allotment.

• Check your provisional allotment on 20 August at 2:00 PM
• If there is an error, file a query by 21 August 2:00 PM
• If no query is filed, the provisional allotment becomes final

Step 4: Final Allotment & Downloading Your Letter (22 August)

On 22 August at 11:30 AM, OJEE will publish the final 1st round allotment. This is your actual seat assignment. At the same time, you will be able to download your allotment letter from the portal. This letter is proof that you have been allotted a seat and which college and course you have been assigned to.

Download and save your allotment letter immediately. Print a copy. You will need to show this letter when you report for admission. If you do not download it, you can print it later, but do not delay — keep it safe.

• Log in on 22 August at 11:30 AM or later
• Download your allotment letter
• Print a copy and keep it safe
• Note the college name, course, and reporting instructions

Step 5: Reporting for Admission (24–29 August) — The Most Important Step

After you receive your allotment letter, you must report in person at the OJEE Cell, Gandamunda (the OJEE office) between 24 August and 29 August to confirm your admission. This is not optional. If you do not report within this window, your seat will be cancelled and given to the next candidate on the merit list. Many students lose their seats because they miss this deadline.

When you report, you must bring: (1) your allotment letter (printed), (2) all original documents (your NEET admit card, NEET scorecard, 10th and 12th mark sheets, caste certificate if applicable, domicile certificate, medical fitness certificate, and any other documents OJEE has asked for), (3) a signed bond (a legal document promising you will follow the college's rules — OJEE will provide a template), and (4) proof of payment of admission fees (see the Fees section below).

The notice says that a college-wise reporting schedule with detailed instructions will be published later. This means OJEE will tell you which college's candidates should report on which date and time. Check the OJEE portal regularly after 22 August for this schedule. Do not assume you can report on any day — follow the college-wise schedule strictly.

• Report in person at OJEE Cell, Gandamunda between 24–29 August
• Bring allotment letter, all original documents, signed bond, and fee receipt
• A college-wise reporting schedule will be published — follow it exactly
• Missing this deadline means losing your seat

Documents You Must Bring for Admission Reporting

When you report at the OJEE Cell, you must have every document listed below in original form. Photocopies alone will not be accepted. If you are missing even one document, your admission may be rejected. Prepare these well in advance.

• Allotment letter (printed from the portal)
• NEET UG 2026 admit card (original)
• NEET UG 2026 scorecard (original)
• 10th standard mark sheet (original)
• 12th standard mark sheet (original)
• Caste certificate (original, if you are applying under a reserved category — SC, ST, OBC, etc.)
• Domicile certificate (original, proving you are an Odisha resident)
• Medical fitness certificate (original, issued by a registered medical practitioner)
• Signed bond (a legal undertaking — OJEE will provide the format)
• Proof of admission fee payment (receipt or bank confirmation)

Admission Fees & Payment

The notice does not specify the exact admission fee amount or the payment method. This information will likely be provided in the college-wise reporting schedule or on the OJEE portal. Before you report, check the OJEE website (www.ojee.nic.in or www.odishajee.com) or contact OJEE at odishaojee@gmail.com to confirm the fee amount and how to pay it (online, bank transfer, or in person).

Pay the fee before you report at the OJEE Cell. Bring proof of payment (a receipt or bank confirmation) with you. Without proof of payment, your admission will not be processed.

• Check the OJEE portal for the exact fee amount
• Pay before reporting at OJEE Cell
• Bring proof of payment (receipt or bank confirmation)

What Happens After 1st Round Admission?

Once you report and your admission is confirmed, you will be a provisional student of your allotted college. You will then need to complete further formalities at the college itself — such as hostel registration, fee payment to the college, and orientation. The notice says that all other activities will follow the tentative schedule published on 5 August 2026 (notice no. OJEE/398). This includes 2nd round counselling (for candidates who did not get a seat in round 1), 3rd round counselling, and spot counselling. If you do not get a seat in round 1, you will have chances in later rounds.

If you are allotted a seat in round 1 but decide you do not want it, you can withdraw and participate in later rounds. However, withdrawal rules and deadlines will be specified in the full counselling guidelines. Check the OJEE portal for these details.

Important Traps & Common Mistakes to Avoid

**Missing the choice-filling deadline (18 August 5:00 PM):** If you do not fill choices by this time, you will not get an allotment. There are no extensions. Set a reminder now.

**Not reporting in person by 29 August:** Many students assume that downloading the allotment letter is enough. It is not. You must physically report at OJEE Cell, Gandamunda with original documents. If you do not, your seat will be cancelled.

**Bringing photocopies instead of originals:** The notice explicitly says you must bring original documents. Photocopies will not be accepted. Verify that you have originals of every document before you go.

**Not following the college-wise reporting schedule:** OJEE will publish a schedule telling you which college's candidates report on which date and time. If you report on the wrong date, you may be turned away. Check the portal after 22 August and follow the schedule exactly.

**Forgetting the signed bond:** You must bring a signed bond (a legal document). OJEE will provide the format. If you do not have it signed, your admission will not be processed.

**Not checking for errors in the provisional allotment:** If you spot a mistake in your provisional allotment (wrong rank, wrong category, wrong college assigned), you must file a query by 21 August 2:00 PM. If you do not, the error will carry forward to your final allotment and you will be stuck with it.

How to Stay Updated & Get Help

Check the OJEE portal regularly — www.ojee.nic.in or www.odishajee.com — for updates, the college-wise reporting schedule, and any further notices. OJEE may publish additional instructions or clarifications as the counselling progresses.

If you have questions or face technical issues, contact OJEE by email at odishaojee@gmail.com. Include your registration number and a clear description of your problem. Response times may vary, so do not wait until the last minute to reach out.

Do not rely on rumors or unofficial sources. Always check the official OJEE portal and official notices for accurate information.

• Visit www.ojee.nic.in or www.odishajee.com regularly
• Email odishaojee@gmail.com for help
• Check for the college-wise reporting schedule after 22 August
• Do not trust unofficial sources or social media

Frequently asked questions

If you are on Odisha's state merit list for MBBS/BDS, act now: (1) mark your calendar with all the dates above, especially 18 August 5:00 PM (choice filling deadline) and 24–29 August (admission reporting); (2) prepare all your original documents well in advance; (3) fill your course choices between 14–18 August; (4) check your provisional allotment on 20 August and file any queries by 21 August 2:00 PM; (5) download your allotment letter on 22 August; and (6) report in person at OJEE Cell, Gandamunda by 29 August with all required documents. Missing any deadline will cost you your seat. For updates and the college-wise reporting schedule, visit www.ojee.nic.in or www.odishajee.com regularly, or email odishaojee@gmail.com.