Puducherry NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Allotment: MBBS & BDS Results

Puducherry's Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC) has released a special stray draft allotment list for NEET UG 2026-27 medical and dental courses on 12 November 2026. This list covers three institutions: Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences (government quota), Sri Venkateswara Dental College (management quota), and Sri Venkateswara Medical College and Research Institute (management quota). The allotment is provisional and subject to verification of original certificates, including residence proof, at the time of admission. If your name appears on this list, you must now verify your eligibility and prepare for the admission process.

What is a Special Stray Allotment?

A special stray allotment is a final round of seat allocation after the main counselling rounds are complete. It is used to fill any remaining vacant seats in medical and dental colleges. This round is called 'stray' because it accommodates candidates who either did not participate in earlier rounds, were not allotted in those rounds, or are being considered for additional seats that have become available.

The allotment released on 12 November 2026 is marked as a 'draft' list, meaning it is not yet final. Candidates whose names appear must complete verification and admission formalities to confirm their seat. This is your opportunity to secure admission if you were not allotted in previous rounds.

Colleges and Seats in This Allotment

Three institutions are offering seats in this special stray allotment across Puducherry. The list includes both government and management quota seats, covering both MBBS (medicine) and BDS (dental) programmes.

How to Check If You Are Allotted

The allotment list contains the following information for each candidate: application number, name, NEET All India Rank, NEET score, residence code, applied category, allotted category, and status. To find yourself on the list, search by your application number or name.

The list shows 1 candidate allotted to Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences (government quota), 10 candidates to Sri Venkateswara Dental College (management quota), and 14 candidates to Sri Venkateswara Medical College (management quota). If your name appears with a 'FRESH' status, you have been allotted a seat in this round.

• Search the list by your application number (APP NO) or name
• Check your NEET score and rank to confirm it matches your records
• Verify the college and course you have been allotted
• Note your allotted category (may differ from the category you applied under)

NEET UG Cutoff Marks for Puducherry 2026-27

Puducherry has set minimum NEET scores that candidates must achieve to be eligible for admission. These cutoff marks vary by category. The cutoff marks are the same across all three institutions in this allotment and apply to both MBBS and BDS courses.

If you have been allotted a seat, your NEET score must meet or exceed the cutoff for your allotted category. Candidates allotted under reserved categories (SC, OBC, etc.) have a lower cutoff than general category candidates.

Critical: Verification of Original Certificates

This is the most important step after allotment. Your admission is NOT final until you present and verify your original certificates at the college. The allotment list itself is only provisional. At the time of admission, the college will check your original documents to confirm that you meet all eligibility requirements.

The college will verify your residence certificate in particular. This means you must have a valid residence proof (such as a domicile certificate or residence certificate issued by the appropriate authority) that matches the residence code shown in the allotment list. If your residence cannot be verified, your admission may be cancelled even if your name is on the allotment list.

You must also verify your category certificate (SC, OBC, etc.) if you have been allotted under a reserved category. The certificate must be valid and issued by the competent authority. Any discrepancy between your certificate and the information in the allotment list can lead to rejection.

• Bring original residence certificate (domicile or residence proof)
• Bring original category certificate if allotted under SC/OBC/ST/EBC/BCM/BT/MBC
• Bring original NEET admit card and score card
• Bring original 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates
• Bring original passport or Aadhaar for identity verification
• Bring any other documents specified by the college in its admission notification

Important Note: Pending Court Case

One candidate in the government quota allotment (Deebhana G, allotted to Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences) has a special condition: their admission is subject to the outcome of a pending writ petition (W.A. No. 2674 of 2026) in the Hon'ble High Court at Madras. This means their seat is conditional and may be affected by the court's decision.

If you are this candidate, you should monitor the status of this court case and be prepared for the possibility that your allotment may be cancelled or modified depending on the court's ruling. Contact the college or CENTAC for updates on the case status.

• Writ Petition No.: W.A. No. 2674 of 2026
• Court: Hon'ble High Court at Madras
• Status: Pending
• Affected candidate: Deebhana G (Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences, government quota)

What Happens Next: Steps After Allotment

If your name is on the allotment list, you must now follow the admission process laid out by CENTAC and your allotted college. The exact timeline and procedure should be available on the CENTAC website or from your college. Do not delay—missing deadlines can result in forfeiture of your seat.

The typical next steps are: (1) report to the college on the specified date with all original documents, (2) complete document verification, (3) pay the admission fee, and (4) complete the registration process. Some colleges may require online confirmation of your acceptance before you report in person.

• Check the CENTAC website and your college's website for the admission reporting date and time
• Gather all required original documents (see section above)
• Report to the college on the specified date with all documents
• Complete document verification with the college authorities
• Pay the admission fee as per the college's fee structure
• Complete registration and receive your admission letter

Category Codes Explained

The allotment list uses short codes for residence and category. Understanding these codes will help you verify that you have been allotted correctly. The residence codes indicate where you are domiciled, and the category codes indicate your social/economic category for reservation purposes.

• PY = Puducherry Domicile (Puducherry resident)
• OS = Outside State (non-Puducherry resident)
• NRI = Non-Resident Indian
• GEN = General category
• SC = Scheduled Caste
• OBC = Other Backward Class
• EWS = Economically Weaker Section
• AGE = Allotted category (the category under which you have been allotted, which may differ from your applied category)

Common Mistakes That Get Admissions Rejected

Many candidates lose their seats after allotment due to preventable errors. Understanding these mistakes will help you avoid them and secure your admission.

• Not verifying original residence certificate: If your residence cannot be verified, your admission will be cancelled. Ensure your domicile/residence certificate is valid and matches the residence code in the allotment list.
• Bringing photocopies instead of originals: The college will only accept original documents. Photocopies are not sufficient for verification.
• Category certificate issues: If you are allotted under a reserved category (SC/OBC/ST/etc.), your category certificate must be valid and issued by the competent authority. Expired or invalid certificates will lead to rejection.
• Missing the reporting date: If you do not report to the college by the specified date and time, your seat will be forfeited and given to the next candidate on the waiting list.
• Not paying the admission fee on time: Failure to pay the fee by the deadline will result in cancellation of your admission.
• Discrepancies in documents: If the information in your documents (name, date of birth, category, etc.) does not match the information in the allotment list, your admission may be rejected. Clarify any discrepancies with the college before reporting.

Management Quota vs. Government Quota

This allotment includes both government quota and management quota seats. It is important to understand the difference, as it may affect your fees and other terms of admission.

Government quota seats are filled by the state through its own counselling process and are typically more affordable. Management quota seats are filled by the college directly and usually have higher fees. In this allotment, Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences is offering a government quota seat, while Sri Venkateswara Dental College and Sri Venkateswara Medical College are offering management quota seats.

• Government Quota: Seats filled by the state; typically lower fees; subject to state regulations
• Management Quota: Seats filled by the college; typically higher fees; college sets its own terms

Contact Information and Resources

For any queries or clarifications regarding this allotment, you can contact CENTAC or your allotted college. The CENTAC office is located at Kamarajar Manimandapam, Karuvadikuppam, Puducherry – 605 008. Check the official CENTAC website for the latest updates, admission schedules, and contact details.

• CENTAC Office: Kamarajar Manimandapam, Karuvadikuppam, Puducherry – 605 008
• Check the CENTAC website for admission schedules and further notifications
• Contact your allotted college directly for college-specific admission procedures and fee details

Frequently asked questions

If your name appears on this special stray allotment list, act immediately. Gather all original documents (residence certificate, category certificate, NEET documents, and identity proof) and check your college's website and the CENTAC website for the exact reporting date and time. Do not miss the deadline—your seat will be forfeited if you do not report on time. Remember that your admission is provisional until your original certificates are verified at the college, so ensure all your documents are valid and match the information in the allotment list.