If you are a NEET UG 2026 candidate hoping for an MBBS or BDS seat through Odisha's state quota, take note: the OJEE Cell has pushed the Round 1 choice-filling deadline further to August 22, 2026. This gives registered candidates a few extra days to review and lock their college and course preferences before allotment. Every other part of the Round 1 timeline — reconciliation, provisional allotment, query window, and final allotment — has shifted along with it, though the overall counselling structure remains the same as originally planned. For aspirants juggling multiple state counselling processes at once, even a short extension can matter, since it affects how choices line up against other states' allotment or reporting dates.
Odisha NEET UG 2026 candidates now have until August 22, 5:00 PM to fill and lock their Round 1 state quota choices on ojee.nic.in, with provisional allotment expected on August 24 and final allotment on August 26.
What exactly changed
OJEE, which conducts Odisha's NEET UG counselling for MBBS and BDS seats under the state merit list, has revised only the Round 1 dates. The choice-filling window, originally opened on August 14, now closes on August 22 at 5:00 PM instead of ending earlier. Choice locking begins the same day at 11:30 AM, meaning candidates who have not saved their preferences well before the closing hour risk running out of time to review them properly.
No other stage of the Odisha counselling process — including later rounds, mop-up round, or stray vacancy round if applicable — has been altered by this notice. Only the Round 1 dates listed below have moved.
Revised Round 1 timeline
Candidates should track each of these dates carefully, since seat allotment decisions and the reporting window depend on staying within this sequence.
| Event | Revised Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Choice filling for all state merit-listed candidates | August 14 (8:30 PM) to August 22, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Choice locking begins | August 22, 2026 (11:30 AM) |
| Reconciliation of data | August 23, 2026 |
| Round 1 provisional seat allotment | August 24, 2026 (2:00 PM) |
| Query submission on provisional allotment | August 25, 2026 (2:00 PM) |
| Final Round 1 allotment & letter download | August 26, 2026 (11:30 AM) |
| Fee payment & reporting with original documents (OJEE Cell, Gandamunda) | August 28 – September 6, 2026 |
How to fill and lock your choices
The choice-filling step decides which colleges and courses you are eligible to be considered for in Round 1, so it deserves careful attention rather than a rushed last-minute submission.
- Go to ojee.nic.in and click the NEET UG 2026 Counselling Round 1 login link
- Sign in using your NEET UG application number and password
- Open the Choice Filling tab from your dashboard
- Select colleges and courses in your genuine order of preference — order matters, since allotment follows rank and preference order
- Review the saved list thoroughly before locking; changes cannot be made once locked
- Click Lock Choices and download the confirmation slip for your records
Documents to keep ready for reporting
Candidates who receive a seat in the final Round 1 allotment will need to report physically with original documents at the OJEE Cell in Gandamunda within the fee payment and reporting window. Having these ready in advance avoids last-minute stress.
- NEET UG 2026 admit card
- NEET UG 2026 scorecard
- Class 10 mark sheet and certificate
- Class 12 mark sheet and certificate
- Odisha residence or nativity certificate
- Category certificate, if applicable
- A valid government-issued photo ID
What this means if you're counselling in multiple states
Many NEET UG candidates register for both the All India Quota through MCC and one or more state quota counselling processes simultaneously. When a state extends its choice-filling deadline, it can create overlap with allotment or reporting dates elsewhere. If you have registered for Odisha state quota alongside another state's counselling, cross-check both calendars before locking choices, so you don't miss a reporting deadline in one process while waiting on another.
Since only Round 1 dates have shifted in Odisha, candidates should still expect the college-wise reporting instructions and any further procedural details to be released closer to the final allotment date.
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What is the new deadline for Round 1 choice filling in Odisha NEET UG counselling 2026?
Choice filling has been extended to August 22, 2026, up to 5:00 PM. Choice locking begins the same day at 11:30 AM.
When will the Round 1 provisional seat allotment be released?
The provisional seat allotment for Round 1 is scheduled for August 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM, on ojee.nic.in.
Has the rest of the Odisha NEET UG counselling schedule also changed?
No. OJEE has clarified that only the Round 1 dates have been revised; the remaining counselling schedule continues as originally planned.
Where do I report after final allotment?
Candidates allotted a seat must pay fees and report with original documents at the OJEE Cell, Gandamunda, between August 28 and September 6, 2026.
What login details do I need to access choice filling?
You need your NEET UG 2026 application number and password to sign in at ojee.nic.in and access the choice-filling dashboard.
Can I edit my choices after locking them?
No. Once choices are locked, they are used by the system for allotment, so candidates should review their preference list carefully before locking.
If you are in Odisha's NEET UG state merit list, use the extra days to review your college and course order carefully rather than rushing to lock choices early. Keep all original documents ready ahead of the reporting window, and watch ojee.nic.in for the provisional allotment on August 24 and final allotment on August 26.
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