NEET Counselling 2025: Jharkhand NEET 2025 counselling round-1 dates have been changed. The merit list for Round 1 will be made available on August 8, 2025. Choice filling will start on August 9, 2025. Candidates will have until 11:00 AM on August 16, 2025, to complete their choice. The JCECE NEET round-1 allotment results will be available on August 18, 2025.
The online registration period remained available until August 7, 2025, after the applicants were granted an extension. Candidates who have previously applied and had their names added to the state merit list are exempt from having to reapply. Candidates will have until August 16, 2025 (11:59 PM) to look over and change their choices once the options are locked. The official website, neetugcet.jceceb.org.in, provides access to the JCECE Round-1 counseling 2025-related activities.
The authority conducting State Counselling will manage 85% of seat admissions through State Quota counselling, while the Medical Counselling Committee will handle seat admissions for the All India quota. The state has more than 9 medical and approximately 4 dental colleges, with around 1005 medical and 363 dental seats to be allocated through State Counselling.
Candidates are required to register, choose their desired colleges, and complete several rounds of the counselling procedure before receiving a seat allocation based on their merit rank, category, and availability. After each round, a process for verifying documents and reporting to the assigned college is conducted.
Here's a glance at the essential details regarding Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025
Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025 Highlights |
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Aspect |
Detail |
Governing Body |
Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) |
Counselling Authority |
JCECEB, Ranchi |
Entrance Exam |
NEET UG 2025 |
Courses Offered |
MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery), BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) |
Admission Quota |
85% State Quota Seats (Government & Private Colleges), 15% All India Quota (AIQ) handled by MCC |
Academic Session |
2025-26 |
Application Mode |
Online |
Counselling Rounds |
Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round (and Stray Vacancy Round if applicable) |
Seat Allotment Basis |
NEET UG 2025 Rank, Domicile, Choices Filled, Reservation Criteria |
Official Website |
jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in |
Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling is specifically for candidates seeking MBBS, BDS, and BSc Nursing seats in Jharkhand. Registration for the 2025 session was open till July 26, and only NEET 2025 qualified candidates who are permanent residents of Jharkhand can apply. The merit list was announced on July 29, followed by online choice filling and seat allotment according to the candidates’ preferences and NEET ranks.
For Jharkhand, the NEET Counselling 2025 application process began on July 16 and lasts until July 26. The Round-1 merit list was released on July 29, with online choice filling started on July 30. Students should regularly check the official counselling website for updates and ensure they do not miss important deadlines in the process.
For Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025, candidates must primarily be domiciled in Jharkhand. They must have also qualified for the NEET UG 2025 examination by securing the minimum cut-off marks. Age criteria and specific educational qualifications, as per NTA and JCECEB guidelines, are also mandatory for eligibility.
The candidate must be an Indian citizen.
The candidate needs to have qualified for NEET 2025.
The candidate should have completed classes 11 and 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as main subjects.
The candidate should be a permanent resident of Jharkhand.
The table below shows the details of Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025
Eligibility Criteria of Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025 |
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Criteria |
Details |
Nationality |
Indian National |
Domicile |
Candidate must possess a valid Permanent Residential Certificate/Local Residential Certificate of Jharkhand State. |
NEET UG Qualification |
Must have appeared and qualified for the NEET UG 2025 Examination by securing the minimum qualifying percentile. |
Age Limit |
Must have completed 17 years of age on or before December 31, 2025. There is no upper age limit as per the latest MCI guidelines. |
Educational Qualification |
Must have passed 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects from a recognised board. |
Minimum Marks in 10+2 |
General Category:
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The process of Jharkhand NEET counselling 2025 is lengthy and includes multiple stages. Several steps are taken from registering to submitting the application fee for counselling. The steps involved in the Jharkhand NEET 2025 counselling process are listed below.
The Jharkhand NEET Counselling process is conducted entirely online by JCECEB. Here's a step-by-step breakdown:
Process of Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025 |
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Step |
Description |
Step 1: Online Registration & Application |
Candidates need to visit the official JCECEB website and register by providing basic personal details, NEET UG 2025 Roll Number, and other required information. Create a unique login ID and password. |
Step 2: Upload Documents |
Upload scanned copies of all necessary documents (as specified in the information bulletin) in the prescribed format and size. Ensure clarity and legibility. |
Step 3: Application Fee Payment |
Pay the non-refundable counselling application fee online using a Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking. The fee amount varies for different categories. Expected Fee: Rs. 1000 (General/BC-I/BC-II), Rs. 500 (SC/ST/Female candidates of all categories). |
Step 4: Document Verification (Online/Offline) |
JCECEB will verify the uploaded documents. In some cases, candidates might be required to report to a designated centre for physical verification. Upon successful verification, candidates' names will be included in the State Merit List. |
Step 5: Publication of State Merit List |
A provisional state merit list will be published by JCECEB based on NEET UG 2025 scores and successful document verification. This list will include candidates' Jharkhand State Rank. |
Step 6: Choice Filling & Locking |
Eligible candidates will log in using their credentials and fill in their preferred choices of colleges and courses in order of priority. Candidates are advised to fill as many choices as possible to maximize their chances. After filling, choices must be locked before the deadline. |
Step 7: Seat Allotment Result |
Based on the NEET UG 2025 rank, choices filled, availability of seats, and reservation criteria, seats will be allotted. The provisional seat allotment result will be published online. |
Step 8: Download the Provisional Allotment Letter |
Candidates who are allotted a seat must download their provisional allotment letter from the JCECEB website. This letter is crucial for the admission process. |
Step 9: Reporting to the Allotted College |
Selected candidates must report to their respective allotted college within the stipulated time frame with all original documents and a set of photocopies, along with the required admission fee. Failure to report or submit documents/fees will lead to forfeiture of the allotted seat. |
Subsequent Rounds |
If seats remain vacant after Round 1, subsequent rounds (Round 2, Mop-Up Round) will be conducted following similar steps of registration (for new candidates/those opting for up-gradation), choice filling, allotment, and reporting. |
Candidates must keep the following documents ready (both original and photocopies) for online uploading during registration and for submission during the physical reporting to the allotted college:
NEET UG 2025 Scorecard
Class 10th Marksheet and Passing Certificate
Class 12th Marksheet and Passing Certificate
Jharkhand Domicile Certificate / Permanent Residential Certificate
Caste Certificate (SC/ST/BC-I/BC-II), if applicable, issued by the competent authority of Jharkhand.
Economically Weaker Section (EWS) Certificate, if applicable.
PwD Certificate, if applicable, issued by a duly constituted medical board.
Income Certificate (for BC-I/BC-II non-creamy layer and EWS candidates).
School Leaving Certificate / Transfer Certificate (from the last attended institution).
Migration Certificate.
Medical Fitness Certificate (as per proforma in the information bulletin).
Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Driving License, Passport, etc.).
Passport-size Photographs (minimum 6-8, same as uploaded in NEET application).
Provisional Allotment Letter (downloaded from the JCECEB website after seat allotment).
Counselling Registration Fee Payment Receipt.
Any other document specified in the official information bulletin.
JCECEB follows the reservation policy of the Government of Jharkhand for seat allocation in medical and dental colleges under the 85% state quota. Candidates claiming reservation benefits must possess valid and updated caste/category certificates issued by the competent authority of Jharkhand.
The table below shows the reservation Criteria for Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025
Reservations Criteria for Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025 |
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Category |
Reservation Percentage (Approximate) |
Unreserved (UR) |
50 % |
Scheduled Caste (SC) |
10% |
Scheduled Tribe (ST) |
26% |
Backward Class – I (BC-I) |
8% |
Backward Class – II (BC-II) |
6% |
Economically Weaker Section (EWS) |
10% |
Physically Handicapped (PwD) |
5% (Within each category) |
Service Personnel Quota (SPQ) |
3% (Within each category for children of defence personnel) |
The Jharkhand NEET State Merit List is a crucial component of the counselling process. It is prepared by JCECEB based on the NEET 2025 scores of all eligible candidates who have successfully registered and completed the document verification process. This list determines the state rank of a candidate, which is used for seat allocation under the 85% state quota. Candidates can view their state rank and other details on this list, which is usually published on the official website.
Government Medical College and Private Self-Financing Medical Colleges are equally good in academics. Candidate can choose the colleges based on their NEET Score and personal requirements.
Here's an illustrative list of some key participating institutes:
Government Medical Colleges |
Private Medical Colleges |
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Deoghar |
Laxmi Chandravansi Medical College & Hospital |
Dumka Medical College, Dighi, Dumka |
Manipal Tata Medical College, Baridih, Jamshedpur |
Hazaribagh Medical College, Hazaribagh |
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M G M Medical College, Jamshedpur |
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Palamu Medical College, Palamu |
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Government Medical College, Ernakulam |
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Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Ranchi |
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Binod Bihari Mahto Koyalanchal University, Dhanbad |
Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025 also includes the BDS scores, where applicants can choose dental colleges based on their requirements. Here is a list of private and government colleges
Government Dental Colleges |
Private Dental Colleges |
Dental Institute Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Ranchi |
Awadh Dental College & Hospital, Jamshedpur |
Government Medical College, Kottayam |
Hazaribag College of Dental Sciences and Hospital, Hazaribag |
Government Medical College, Kozhikode |
PSM College of Dental Science & Research, Thrissur |
Vananchal Dental College & Hospital, Garhwa |