The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) has officially commenced the registration process for the Odisha NEET UG Counselling 2026. Candidates interested in pursuing MBBS and BDS courses under the 85% state quota for the 2026-27 academic session can now access the registration details on the OJEE's official website, odishajee.com. This announcement marks the beginning of a crucial phase for aspiring medical students in Odisha, as they prepare to navigate the counselling process.The OJEE Committee has outlined a comprehensive schedule for the counselling process, which includes registration, choice filling, and seat allotment. Eligible candidates, who possess an Odisha Domicile/Nativity Certificate and have qualified in the NEET UG 2026 examination, are invited to register. The registration period is open until August 10, 2026, and candidates can log in using their NEET roll number and password to complete the process.Key dates for the Odisha NEET UG Counselling 2026 have been released, detailing various activities. Registration and online application submissions will be accepted from August 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM until August 10, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Additionally, candidates with disabilities are required to attend a medical assessment board at SCB Medical College, Cuttack, on August 10 and 11, 2026. The provisional state merit list will be published on August 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM, followed by a final merit list on the same day at 5:00 PM.Following the publication of the merit lists, choice filling for all listed candidates will take place from August 14 to August 17, 2026. The first round of provisional allotment is scheduled for August 19, 2026, with the final allotment results to be published on August 22, 2026. Candidates must complete their provisional admission by paying the required fees and reporting to the OJEE Cell in Gandamunda with the necessary documents between August 23 and August 28, 2026.To participate in the Odisha NEET UG Counselling, candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria. They should be at least 17 years old as of December 31, 2026, and must be permanent residents of Odisha or children of All India Civil Service officers serving in the state. Additionally, candidates must have completed their 10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology, along with English. The minimum qualifying marks for NEET UG vary by category and are subject to updates from the relevant authorities.
