Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has issued an important notice regarding corrections in the State Merit List prepared on the basis of NEET UG 2026 results.
The correction window is applicable to candidates whose names were included in the State Merit Lists published on September 7, 2026. Candidates who believe that any correction is required in their category or other particulars have been asked to submit a fresh application along with the required supporting documents. The notice is also listed on the official JCECEB website.
Jharkhand NEET UG 2026 Merit List Correction: Important Dates
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Notice Date | September 21, 2026 |
| State Merit List Referred | Published on September 7, 2026 |
| Correction Application Starts | September 22, 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Correction | September 23, 2026 |
| Last Time | 6:00 PM |
| Mode of Submission | |
| Email ID | controller.jceceb@gmail.com |
Who Can Submit a Correction Request?
According to the JCECEB notice, candidates whose names are included in the State Merit Lists published on September 7, 2026 can submit a fresh application if they require correction in their category or other particulars.
The Board has clarified that only representations submitted in accordance with the provisions of Clause 7 of Advertisement No. JCECEB/46/26-47 dated August 6, 2026 will be considered.
Documents Required for Category Correction
Candidates seeking correction in applicable category details must submit the required supporting documents along with their fresh application.
JCECEB has specifically clarified that ST, SC, BC-I (NCL), BC-II (NCL) and I&A (for EWS) certificates will be accepted only when they have been issued by an officer not below the level of Sub-Divisional Officer (Civil) of Jharkhand State.
Therefore, candidates should carefully check their certificate before submitting the correction request.
How to Submit Jharkhand NEET UG 2026 Merit List Correction Request?
Candidates should submit a fresh application mentioning the required correction(s) along with the relevant supporting documents. The application has to be sent through email to controller.jceceb@gmail.com. The correction request must reach the Board between September 22, 2026 and September 23, 2026, up to 6:00 PM.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Candidates should clearly mention the correction required in their application.
- Relevant supporting documents must be attached with the request.
- Category certificates must meet the issuing-authority requirement specified by JCECEB.
- Requests received after 6:00 PM on September 23, 2026 will not be entertained.
- Applications submitted without the required supporting documents will also not be considered.
- The Board will scrutinise the applications received and take appropriate action.
Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026
The correction notice is related to the State Merit List being used for the online counselling process for admission to M.B.B.S., B.D.S. and B.H.M.S. courses under State Quota seats.
JCECEB has already published notices related to the 2026 counselling process, including the revised schedule for the second and third rounds of online counselling.
Candidates should ensure that their details in the State Merit List are correct before participating in subsequent counselling activities.
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