Odisha NEET UG 2026 MBBS/BDS: Vacancy Seats After Round 1 Counselling

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Board has released the official vacancy position for state-quota MBBS and BDS seats after the completion of Round 1 counselling and admissions. This document shows exactly how many seats remain unfilled across all government and private medical and dental colleges in Odisha, broken down by category (ST, SC, SEBC, UR, EWS, and NRI). A total of 164 MBBS seats and 13 BDS seats are vacant and will be filled in the upcoming Round 2 counselling. If you participated in Round 1 but were not allotted a seat, or if you are a fresh candidate, this vacancy list tells you where seats are still available and in which category.

What This Vacancy List Means for You

This is not a merit list, result, or allotment — it is a seat availability snapshot. After Round 1 counselling ended, some candidates either did not report to their allotted colleges, or seats were not filled because no eligible candidate in that category met the cutoff. OJEE has now published how many seats are empty in each college, in each category, so that Round 2 counselling can proceed.

If you did not get a seat in Round 1, this list shows you exactly where vacancies exist. If you are eligible for a particular category (ST, SC, SEBC, UR, EWS, or NRI), you can see which colleges have seats open in your category and plan your choices for Round 2. The more vacancies in a college and category, the better your chances of getting a seat there in the next round.

Total Vacant Seats: MBBS and BDS

Across all government and private colleges in Odisha, there are 164 MBBS seats vacant after Round 1. Of these, 95 are in government colleges (including EWS seats) and 69 are in private colleges (including NRI seats). For BDS, there are 13 vacant seats total — 5 in government colleges and 8 in private colleges.

These numbers are the sum of all category-wise vacancies. The breakdown by category (ST, SC, SEBC, UR, EWS, NRI) is shown in the detailed table below, so you can identify seats available specifically for your category.

• Government MBBS (without EWS): 137 seats filled in Round 1
• Government MBBS (with EWS): 164 seats total, 95 vacant
• Government BDS (with EWS): 13 seats total, 5 vacant
• Private MBBS: 204 seats total, 69 vacant
• Private BDS: 89 seats total, 8 vacant

Government Medical Colleges: Vacancy by Category

The government MBBS colleges in Odisha are: SCB MCH Cuttack, MKCG MCH Berhampur, FM MC Balasore, SJMCH Puri, BB MC Balangir, DDMCH Keonjhar, GMC Sundergarh, GMC Bhawanipatna, JKMCH Jajpur, PMPMC Talcher, and GMC Phulbani. After Round 1, these colleges together have 95 MBBS seats vacant. The largest number of vacancies is in the UR (Unreserved/General) category — 84 seats — followed by ST (Scheduled Tribe) with 6 seats, SC (Scheduled Caste) with 0 seats, SEBC with 0 seats, and EWS (Economically Weaker Section) with 5 seats.

SCB MCH Cuttack, the largest government medical college in Odisha, has the most vacancies: 81 MBBS seats. This includes 58 UR seats, 9 ST seats, 5 SC seats, 2 ST seats, and 2 OP (Open) seats. MKCG MCH Berhampur has 18 vacancies, and FM MC Balasore has 5. Smaller colleges like DDMCH Keonjhar have only 1 vacancy. If you are in the UR category, government colleges still have significant room; if you are in SC or SEBC, vacancies are very limited in government colleges.

• SCB MCH, Cuttack: 81 MBBS vacancies (58 UR, 9 ST, 5 SC, 2 ST, 2 OP, 5 others)
• MKCG MCH, Berhampur: 18 MBBS vacancies
• FM MC, Balasore: 5 MBBS vacancies
• SJMCH, Puri: 5 MBBS vacancies
• BB MC, Balangir: 4 MBBS vacancies
• DDMCH, Keonjhar: 1 MBBS vacancy
• GMC, Sundergarh: 5 MBBS vacancies
• GMC, Bhawanipatna: 4 MBBS vacancies
• JKMCH, Jajpur: 3 MBBS vacancies
• PMPMC, Talcher: 7 MBBS vacancies
• GMC, Phulbani: 4 MBBS vacancies

Government Colleges with EWS Seats: VIMSAR, PRM MC, and SLN MC

Three government colleges — VIMSAR Burla, PRM MC Baripada, and SLN MC Koraput — have additional EWS (Economically Weaker Section) seats. These colleges are part of the government quota but offer seats specifically for candidates who qualify under the EWS criterion (annual family income below ₹8 lakh). After Round 1, VIMSAR Burla has 11 MBBS vacancies (including 1 EWS seat), PRM MC Baripada has 6 vacancies, and SLN MC Koraput has 10 vacancies (including 1 EWS seat and 1 NRI seat).

If you are eligible for EWS and did not get a seat in Round 1, these colleges still have vacancies. The EWS category has fewer total seats than UR or ST, so competition is different. Check your EWS eligibility certificate carefully — it must show your family income and be issued by the competent authority in your state.

• VIMSAR, Burla: 11 MBBS vacancies (1 EWS)
• PRM MC, Baripada: 6 MBBS vacancies
• SLN MC, Koraput: 10 MBBS vacancies (1 EWS, 1 NRI)

Government BDS Colleges: Vacancy Position

Only one government BDS college is listed: SCB DC (Dental College) Cuttack. It has 13 BDS seats total, of which 5 are vacant after Round 1. The vacancies are distributed as: 2 ST, 1 SC, 1 SEBC, 1 UR, and 1 EWS. If you are interested in BDS and did not get a seat in Round 1, SCB DC Cuttack is the only government option in Odisha with remaining vacancies.

Government BDS seats are far fewer than MBBS seats, so competition is higher and vacancies fill quickly. If you are eligible for ST, SC, SEBC, UR, or EWS and want a government BDS seat, you should prioritize SCB DC Cuttack in Round 2.

• SCB DC, Cuttack: 13 BDS seats total, 5 vacant (2 ST, 1 SC, 1 SEBC, 1 UR, 1 EWS)

Private Medical Colleges: MBBS and BDS Vacancies

Private medical colleges in Odisha include HITECH MC Bhubaneswar, HITECH MC Rourkela, and DRIEMS Cuttack. Together, these three private MBBS colleges have 204 seats, of which 69 are vacant after Round 1. HITECH MC Bhubaneswar has the most vacancies: 89 MBBS seats (including 25 UR, 11 ST, 4 SC, 2 SEBC, 4 OP, 8 SGS, 3 GC, 3 PC, 18 NRI). DRIEMS Cuttack has 81 vacancies, and HITECH MC Rourkela has 34 vacancies.

Private colleges accept candidates from all categories and also have NRI (Non-Resident Indian) seats. If you did not get a government seat in Round 1, private colleges still have significant room. Note that private college fees are substantially higher than government colleges. For BDS, HITECH Dental College Bhubaneswar has 89 seats total, of which 8 are vacant after Round 1.

• HITECH MC, Bhubaneswar: 89 MBBS vacancies (25 UR, 11 ST, 4 SC, 2 SEBC, 8 SGS, 3 GC, 3 PC, 18 NRI)
• DRIEMS, Cuttack: 81 MBBS vacancies (11 UR, 11 ST, 4 SC, 2 SEBC, 6 SC, 3 SGS, 1 GC, 1 PC, 1 EB, 9 SC, 1 GC, 1 PC, 19 NRI)
• HITECH MC, Rourkela: 34 MBBS vacancies (5 UR, 3 ST, 1 SC, 1 SEBC, 1 SGS, 1 GC, 1 PC, 15 NRI)
• HITECH Dental College, Bhubaneswar: 89 BDS seats total, 8 vacant

Understanding the Category Columns

The vacancy table uses abbreviations for different categories and sub-categories. Here is what each means: ST = Scheduled Tribe; SC = Scheduled Caste; SEBC = Socially and Educationally Backward Class; UR = Unreserved (General); EWS = Economically Weaker Section; NRI = Non-Resident Indian. Within each category, there are further sub-columns: OP = Open (no sub-group), SGS = Scheduled Tribe Sub-Group, GC = General Category Sub-Group, PC = Professional Category Sub-Group, ES = Economically Weaker Sub-Group.

For most candidates, the key columns are UR (if you are General), ST (if you are Scheduled Tribe), SC (if you are Scheduled Caste), SEBC (if you are OBC or other backward class), and EWS (if you qualify under the Economically Weaker Section criterion). The sub-group columns (SGS, GC, PC, ES) are used by OJEE for internal classification and do not affect your eligibility — focus on your main category.

• ST = Scheduled Tribe
• SC = Scheduled Caste
• SEBC = Socially and Educationally Backward Class
• UR = Unreserved (General)
• EWS = Economically Weaker Section
• NRI = Non-Resident Indian
• OP = Open (no sub-group restriction)
• SGS, GC, PC, ES = sub-group classifications (internal use)

How to Use This Vacancy List for Round 2

Step 1: Identify your category. Are you ST, SC, SEBC, UR, EWS, or NRI? Check your NEET admit card and your category certificate (if applicable). Step 2: Look at the table and find all colleges that have vacancies in your category. For example, if you are UR, look at the UR column and note which colleges have numbers greater than 0. Step 3: Cross-reference with your NEET rank and the expected cutoff for each college. Colleges with more vacancies in your category typically have lower cutoffs.

Step 4: Prepare your choice list for Round 2. Rank the colleges in order of your preference, considering both the number of vacancies and the college's reputation. Colleges with very few vacancies (1–2 seats) are risky; colleges with many vacancies (20+) are safer. Step 5: Ensure all your documents are ready — NEET scorecard, category certificate (if applicable), EWS certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and any other documents OJEE requires. Step 6: Log in to the OJEE counselling portal on the announced date and submit your choice list before the deadline.

• Identify your category (ST, SC, SEBC, UR, EWS, NRI)
• Find colleges with vacancies in your category
• Check expected cutoffs for those colleges
• Rank colleges by preference and vacancy count
• Prepare all required documents
• Submit your choice list on the OJEE portal before the deadline

Important: This Is Not a Cutoff or Merit List

This vacancy list does NOT tell you whether you will get a seat. It only shows which seats are empty. Your actual allotment in Round 2 depends on your NEET rank, your category, your choice list, and the cutoff score for each college and category. A college with many vacancies does not guarantee admission — if your rank is below the cutoff, you will not be allotted a seat there, even if seats are available.

Conversely, a college with very few vacancies may still allot you a seat if your rank is high enough and you have chosen it. The OJEE counselling algorithm fills seats in order of merit (rank) within each category, so vacancies are filled by the highest-ranked eligible candidates first. Always check the official OJEE website for the Round 2 counselling schedule, cutoff scores, and detailed instructions before the counselling begins.

• Vacancies ≠ guaranteed admission
• Allotment depends on rank, category, choices, and cutoff
• More vacancies = lower competition, but cutoff still applies
• Check OJEE website for Round 2 cutoffs and schedule

Key Takeaways by Category

UR (General) candidates have the most options: 84 government MBBS vacancies and 41 private MBBS vacancies. If you are UR and did not get a seat in Round 1, you have a reasonable chance in Round 2, especially in private colleges. ST candidates have 6 government MBBS vacancies and 11 private MBBS vacancies — fewer options, so competition is higher. SC candidates have 0 government MBBS vacancies and 13 private MBBS vacancies — all remaining seats are in private colleges.

SEBC candidates have 0 government MBBS vacancies and 5 private MBBS vacancies. EWS candidates have 5 government MBBS vacancies (including 1 EWS-specific seat) and 0 private MBBS vacancies. NRI candidates have 52 private MBBS vacancies and 15 private BDS vacancies. If you are in a reserved category (ST, SC, SEBC) and want a government seat, Round 2 is your last chance — vacancies are very limited. If you do not get a government seat in Round 2, you will need to consider private colleges or other options.

• UR: 84 govt MBBS + 41 private MBBS vacancies (best options)
• ST: 6 govt MBBS + 11 private MBBS vacancies
• SC: 0 govt MBBS + 13 private MBBS vacancies (private only)
• SEBC: 0 govt MBBS + 5 private MBBS vacancies (private only)
• EWS: 5 govt MBBS + 0 private MBBS vacancies
• NRI: 52 private MBBS + 15 private BDS vacancies

What Happens After Round 2?

After Round 2 counselling and allotment, if seats still remain vacant, OJEE may conduct a Round 3 (also called a mop-up round). However, not all years have a Round 3 — it depends on how many seats are filled in Round 2. If you do not get a seat in Round 2, monitor the OJEE website closely for any announcement of a Round 3. If there is no Round 3, you may be able to apply for seats in other states' counselling (if you are eligible) or consider private colleges outside Odisha.

Some candidates also choose to take a gap year and reappear for NEET the following year. Whatever you decide, keep your NEET scorecard and all documents safe, as you may need them for future counselling rounds or applications.

• Round 2 allotment will be announced on the OJEE website
• If seats remain vacant, OJEE may conduct Round 3 (mop-up)
• Monitor OJEE website for Round 3 announcement
• If no Round 3, consider private colleges or other states
• Keep all documents safe for future counselling

Frequently asked questions

This vacancy list is your roadmap for Round 2 counselling. Identify your category, find colleges with vacancies in your category, and prepare your choice list. Gather all required documents now — do not wait until the last minute. Monitor the official OJEE website (odishajee.com) closely for the Round 2 counselling schedule, cutoff scores, and portal opening date. When the portal opens, log in immediately, submit your choices before the deadline, and complete the counselling process. Your seat depends on timely action.