If you registered for Rajasthan's state quota counselling this year, the Round 1 provisional merit list is now out, and it's the document that will decide which college and course you can pick in choice filling. The Medical and Dental Admission Counselling Board (MDACB), which runs NEET-based admissions to MBBS and BDS seats in the state, has also laid out a tight schedule leading up to seat allotment. Because choice filling and rank verification windows are short, understanding exactly what's due when — and what to check on the list itself — matters more than the rank number alone. This piece breaks down the seat pool, fees and dates so you don't miss a step.
Check your name, roll number, category and state rank on the Round 1 merit list immediately, and lock in your choices before the August 20, 11:55 PM deadline — the revised list and August 22 allotment will follow fast.
What the merit list covers
The Round 1 provisional merit list ranks every candidate who registered for this round of Rajasthan's state counselling and completed Part 2 of the application. It applies to the 85% state quota seats in MBBS and BDS courses across government, private and management-quota colleges in Rajasthan. A revised final merit list will follow a day after the provisional one, so candidates should not treat the first list as final — check for corrections before choice filling closes.
The list displays your name, roll number, All India Rank, Rajasthan State Rank, category and qualifying status. This state rank, not just your national NEET rank, is what actually governs which colleges you can realistically target in this counselling.
Round 1 seat matrix — MBBS and BDS
Rajasthan has one of the largest medical seat pools among northern states this year, spread across government, private-general, management and NRI categories.
| Course & Category | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| MBBS (Government) | 2,274 |
| MBBS (Private General) | 3,252 |
| MBBS (Management) | 1,439 |
| MBBS (NRI) | 468 |
| Total MBBS Seats | 7,433 |
| BDS (Government) | 86 |
| BDS (Private General) | 1,185 |
| BDS (Management) | 165 |
| Total BDS Seats | 1,536 |
Key counselling dates to track
The counselling calendar this round is compressed, so mark these dates rather than relying on memory.
- Online registration: August 12 to 17, 2026
- Choice filling window: August 14 to 20, 2026 (closes 11:55 PM)
- Provisional merit list released: August 18, 2026
- Physical verification for Defence, Para-Military and NRI candidates: August 19, 2026
- Revised final merit list: August 20, 2026
- Round 1 seat allotment result: August 22, 2026
- College reporting: August 23 to 27, 2026
Eligibility and fees for state quota seats
Only candidates who cleared NEET UG 2026 with the required minimum percentile can take part — 50th percentile for General category candidates, and 40th percentile for SC, ST and OBC candidates. Rajasthan domicile is compulsory for the 85% state quota seats being allotted through this counselling.
Beyond the qualifying percentile, candidates need to budget for a non-refundable registration fee and a refundable security deposit that varies sharply by seat type — deposits for private and NRI MBBS seats are far higher than for government MBBS or dental seats, so factor this into your choice-filling strategy before you rank colleges.
- Registration fee — General/OBC/EWS: Rs 2,500; SC/ST: Rs 1,500
- Security deposit — Government MBBS: Rs 50,000
- Security deposit — Management MBBS: Rs 2,00,000
- Security deposit — Private/NRI MBBS: Rs 5,00,000
- Security deposit — Dental (BDS): Rs 10,000
How to check your rank
The process is straightforward but candidates often lose time hunting for the right link on results day.
Go to ug.neetrajasthan.com, open the Rajasthan NEET UG Merit List 2026 notification, and use the PDF's search function to locate your roll number. Download and print the page showing your details for reference during document verification and reporting.
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
Is the Round 1 merit list final, or will it change?
It is provisional. A revised final merit list is due on August 20, 2026, so recheck your rank and details after that update before assuming your position is locked.
What happens if I miss the choice filling deadline?
Choice filling closes on August 20, 2026 at 11:55 PM. Missing this window generally means you cannot be considered for seat allotment in this round, so submit and lock your preferences well before the deadline.
Do I need Rajasthan domicile to apply through this counselling?
Yes, domicile in Rajasthan is mandatory for the 85% state quota seats covered by this Round 1 process.
What is the minimum NEET percentile needed for this counselling?
General category candidates need at least the 50th percentile; SC, ST and OBC candidates need at least the 40th percentile in NEET UG 2026.
How many total MBBS and BDS seats are available in this round?
The Round 1 seat matrix lists 7,433 MBBS seats and 1,536 BDS seats across government, private, management and NRI categories in Rajasthan.
When will seat allotment results be announced?
The Round 1 seat allotment result is scheduled for August 22, 2026, followed by college reporting from August 23 to 27, 2026.
Rajasthan aspirants should download and verify their provisional rank right away, keep an eye on the revised list on August 20, and finalise choice filling well before the deadline. With allotment due just two days later, having documents and deposit funds ready in advance will save critical time during reporting.
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