Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List 2026-27 Released
The Directorate of Health and Family Welfare Services, Government of Puducherry, has officially published the UT of Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List 2026-27. This crucial merit list, uploaded on 31 July 2026 on health.py.gov.in, is for candidates seeking admission to various undergraduate medical and allied health courses.
Courses Covered
The merit list and subsequent counselling rounds cover admissions for the following courses:
- MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)
- BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
- BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery)
- BVSc & AH (Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry) – specifically for National Self-Supporting and NRI seats only.
Important Dates for Merit List and Counselling
Candidates should note the following key dates related to the merit list and the CENTAC UG NEET admission process:
| Event | Date |
|---|
| UG NEET admission notification issued | 30 Jul 2026 |
| UT of Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List published | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Last date to raise objections against merit list | 05 Aug 2026 |
| Last date for online application (CENTAC) | 06 Aug 2026, 5:00 PM |
| MSP certificate submission/upload deadline | 06 Aug 2026, 5:00 PM |
How to Download the Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List 2026-27
To access and download the merit list PDF, follow these steps:
- Visit the official Health Department, Puducherry website: health.py.gov.in.
- Locate the notification titled "UT of Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List 2026-27."
- Click on the direct PDF download link provided, which is Download Merit List PDF.
- Once the PDF opens, use the search function (Ctrl+F) to find your NEET UG roll number or name.
- Verify your merit rank, category, and NEET UG marks/AIR as listed.
- Save or print a copy of the merit list for future reference during the counselling process.
Raising Objections Against the Merit List
The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC) has announced that candidates can submit objections to the published merit list until
5 August 2026. Objections can be made via email to
dms@py.gov.in, ensuring you include all relevant merit list details. Candidates should also check health.py.gov.in for any specific online objection portal or updated procedures.
CENTAC UG NEET Admission Notification 2026-27
The Directorate of Higher and Technical Education issued the admission notification for MBBS, BDS, BAMS, and BVSc & AH courses on 30 July 2026. Online applications are exclusively accepted through the CENTAC UG NEET dashboard at
centacpuducherry.in/UgNeet_2026/. The application window will close on 6 August 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Application Fee for Puducherry UG Medical Counselling 2026
The application fee varies based on the candidate's quota and category. Payment must be made online only.
| Quota | Fee |
|---|
| Government Quota – SC/ST/PwD (Puducherry residents) | Rs 500 |
| Government Quota – all other candidates | Rs 1,000 |
| Management / Self-Supporting Quota | Rs 2,000 |
| NRI / NRI-Sponsored / OCI / OCI-Sponsored / Foreign National | Rs 5,000 |
Candidates are advised to submit only one application, as multiple submissions will lead to the cancellation of all applications.
Required Documents and Certificate Dating Rules
Applicants must ensure they have all necessary certificates with the correct issue dates:
- Puducherry Residency: Candidates claiming Puducherry residency must upload renewed certificates issued on or after 1 January 2026.
- Community Certificates: Community certificates issued in the Central Educational Institutions format are not accepted.
- EWS and Income Certificates: These certificates must be issued on or after 1 April 2026.
- Other Certificates: Regional reservation certificates (for Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam candidates) and special reservation certificates (freedom fighter, PwBD, ex-servicemen, Meritorious Sports Person (MSP), and government school categories) must also be uploaded where applicable.
Guidelines for MSP and PwBD Candidates
CENTAC has issued specific guidelines for candidates applying under the Meritorious Sports Persons (MSP) quota and for the assessment of Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) under the Government Quota.
- MSP Applicants (Puducherry region): Must hand-deliver self-attested copies of sports certificates, along with a copy of their application, to the CENTAC office, Kamarajar Manimandapam, by 6 August 2026, 5:00 PM.
- MSP Candidates (Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam): Must upload a single self-attested PDF through their login dashboard by the same deadline.
Cross-State AYUSH Option for Puducherry Candidates
Puducherry candidates are also invited to apply for BSMS, BUMS, and BHMS courses in government Indian Medicine and Homoeopathy colleges located in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. While the original notification was on 21 July 2026, the deadline was extended via a notice on 31 July 2026. Candidates should check the CENTAC portal directly for the revised application deadline.
Puducherry NEET UG 2026 Topper Details
Krishanth Abhinav M achieved the top rank in the Union Territory of Puducherry for the Re-NEET UG 2026 result. He secured an impressive All India Rank (AIR) 553 with a percentile of 99.9721.
Important Instructions for Applicants
- Only one application per candidate is allowed; multiple applications will lead to cancellation.
- Applications and objections must be submitted through official channels (portals or specified email).
- Ensure all required certificates (residence, community, EWS/income, category) are renewed and dated correctly before applying.
- False claims of nativity or residency will result in rejection and potential legal action.
- Candidates should regularly check centacpuducherry.in for updates on the seat matrix and counselling schedule.
