Chhattisgarh NEET UG Counselling 2026: Complete Process, Eligibility, Rules, Fees, Reservation & Admission Guide

Chhattisgarh NEET UG Counselling 2026 is the official state-level admission process for MBBS and BDS courses conducted by the Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Raipur. This counselling is the only pathway for admission to 85% state quota seats in government and private medical colleges across Chhattisgarh.

The entire process is based on NEET UG 2026 rank, domicile, category, and candidate preferences. Candidates must register online, fill choices, and participate in multiple rounds to secure a seat. Chhattisgarh is considered a favorable state for many students due to its balanced cutoff trends and growing number of medical seats.

Chhattisgarh NEET UG Counselling Overview

NEET Cut-off Marks 2026: Qualifying Percentile

The NEET Cut-off 2026 for MBBS and BDS under the Chhattisgarh State Quota highlights the minimum qualifying marks required for different categories such as General, OBC, SC, ST, and EWS. It helps NEET-qualified candidates understand whether they are eligible to take part in the state counselling process.

The cut-off marks also give a clear idea of the score range needed for admission in government and private medical colleges across Chhattisgarh

Category	Expected 2026	2025
Unreserved (General)	150-160	720 – 155
SC/ST/OBC	120-135	154 – 125
Unreserved – PH	135-150	154 – 135
SC/ST/OBC – PH	120-135	135 – 125

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Chhattisgarh NEET Eligibility Criteria :

Nationality: Open to Indian Citizens, NRIs, OCIs, and Foreign Nationals (PIOs are now included under OCI).
Education: Must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as main subjects.
Minimum Marks: General category requires 50% in PCB; SC/ST/OBC requires 40%.
NEET Qualification: Must qualify NEET UG with the required percentile.
Age: Must be at least 17 years old by December 31, 2026. No upper age limit for NEET UG

Chhattisgarh Nativity & Domicile Rules :

For MBBS admission in Chhattisgarh under NEET 2026 (85% state quota):

1. Candidates must be born in Chhattisgarh.
2. Candidates must hold domicile status in Chhattisgarh.
3. Candidates must have completed Class 12 from an institution affiliated with the Chhattisgarh Board or any other board recognized by the state administration.
4. The candidate’s parent(s) must be employees of the Central Government or the Government of Chhattisgarh and must reside in the state.

Chhattisgarh NEET UG Reservation Policy (State Quota)

📌 Reservation benefits are applicable only to domicile candidates of Chhattisgarh under the state quota.

Chhattisgarh NEET UG Counselling Registration Process (Step-by-Step)

The registration process for Chhattisgarh NEET UG counselling is conducted online through the official DME portal. Candidates must complete each step carefully to avoid rejection or errors in the application.

Chhattisgarh NEET Registration Fee

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Chhattisgarh NEET SECURITY MONEY

Chhattisgarh NEET UG Counselling Process (State Quota)

The Chhattisgarh NEET UG counselling process is conducted in multiple stages including registration, choice filling, seat allotment, and reporting. Candidates must follow each step carefully, as rules change across rounds.

Step 1 – Registration & Document Submission (Before First Scrutiny)

Candidates must register on the official CGDME website:
👉 www.cgdme.admissions.nic.in

• Submit the application form along with the required fee and supporting documents.
• Ensure that all documents such as:

• Category Certificate
• EWS Certificate
• PwD Certificate
• Domicile Certificate
• Class 12 Marksheet

👉 are issued before the first scrutiny deadline.

For PwD quota, documents must be issued only by the State Medical Board.

Step 2 – Round 1 (Main Counselling)

Candidates must pay the application fee and refundable security deposit.

After payment:

• Fill and lock your choices (college & course preferences)
• Seat allotment will be done based on merit, preferences, and seat availability
• Results will be published on the CGDME website

Step 3 – Reporting at Allotted College (Round 1)

Candidates allotted a seat must report for document verification.

• Upgrade Option: You can choose to upgrade in Round 2 after reporting
• Government Colleges: Admission becomes mandatory after verification
• Private/Dental Colleges: You can either take admission or wait for upgrade

Step 4 – Round 2 (Fresh Choice Filling)

Candidates who:

• Did not get a seat in Round 1
• Or are not satisfied with their allotted seat

👉 can participate by filling fresh choices

Seat allotment results will again be published on the official website.

Step 5 – Reporting at Allotted College (Round 2)

If a seat is allotted in Round 2:

• Candidates must take admission and pay the required fee
• Failure to report will result in forfeiture of security deposit

Step 6 – Mop-Up Round

This round is conducted for remaining vacant seats.

Eligibility includes:

• Candidates not allotted any seat
• Candidates seeking upgrade from Govt./Private Dental colleges
• Remaining unfilled seats

Candidates must fill fresh choices and check results on the website.

Step 7 – Reporting (Mop-Up Round)

Candidates allotted a seat in the Mop-Up round must report to the college and complete admission formalities.

⚠️ Important Points

• Document dates must be valid before scrutiny deadline
• Choice filling should be done very carefully
• Government college seat = mandatory admission
• Round 2 non-reporting = security deposit loss
• No fresh registration in stray round

Also Read Chhattisgarh Private & Govt Medical College Cut-off

Documents Required Chhattisgarh NEET Counselling

• NEET Admit Card/ Result
• Class 10 Mark Sheet/ Birth Certificate
• Class 12 Mark Sheet
• Caste/ Category Certificate (If Applicable)
• Chhattisgarh State Residential Certificate
• Chhattisgarh State Character Certificate
• Income Certificate(For OBC Candidates)
• PwD Certificate (If Applicable)
• Freedom Fighter Certificate Issued By Collectorate (If Applicable)
• Allotment Letter
• Aadhaar Card/Other Photo Identity Proof

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Participating Colleges in Chhattisgarh NEET UG Counselling

Candidates applying for Chhattisgarh NEET UG Counselling can explore a wide range of government and private medical and dental colleges affiliated with the state authorities. These participating institutes offer MBBS and BDS seats under state quota, management quota, and NRI quota categories.

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