Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025

Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025 is conducted by the Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board for admission to the medical and dental courses in the prestigious medical & dental colleges in the state. Counselling will be done based on the NEET 2025 Exam score so candidates are requested to be prepared to get good scores in the Exam which will ensure they have a better chance to get admitted to their desired colleges in the state. 

The State Counselling conducting authority will be responsible for 85% of seat admission through the State Quota counselling where whereas the Medical Counselling Committee for All India quota will conduct the of seat admission. With over 9 medical and about 4 dental colleges present in the state about  1005 medical and 363 dental seats are to be filled with the State Counselling.

Candidates must register, select their preferred colleges, and fill out multiple rounds of the counselling process before being assigned a seat based on their merit rank, category, and availability. A procedure for document verification and reporting to the designated college follows each round.

Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025 Highlights

Counselling Specifics	Details
Counselling Name	Jharkhand NEET Counseling 2025
Counselling Conducting Authority	Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board
Effective Entrance Exam	NEET Conducted by the NTA
Courses Offered	MBBS and BDS
No. Of Medical Colleges in Jharkhand	103
No. Of Dental Colleges in Jharkhand	27
Total No. Of Medical seats In Jharkhand	1005
Total No. Of Dental seats In Jharkhand	363
No. Of Counselling round	4 ( Stray Round is Optional)
Date of Counselling Start	To be Announced
Official website	https://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in/

Latest News & Notification

Below are the latest news and updates on Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025. Stay informed about important dates, registration procedures, seat allotment results, and other essential details for a smooth counselling experience. This section will be regularly updated with the latest notifications and announcements released from the Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board, ensuring that you have the most accurate and up-to-date information at your fingertips.

Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025 Important Dates

Round 1

Sl. No.	Activity	Date
1	Starting date of Online Registration and Choice Filling for Seat Allotment	To be Announced
2	Last date  of Online Registration and Choice Filling for Seat Allotment	To be Announced
3	Editing in filled-up choices, if needed	To be Announced
4	Seat Allotment and Downloading of Provisional Seat Allotment Letter	To be Announced
5	Documents Verification and Admission in the Concerned Institute	To be Announced

Round 2

Sl. No.	Activity	Date
1	Online Application From Submission by New Candidates	To be Announced
2	Editing of Application From by the registered Candidates	To be Announced
3	Publication of state Merit List for 2nd Round	To be Announced
4	Display of Vacant Seat Matrix	To be Announced
5	Starting Date of Choice Filling for seat Allotment by registered candidates	To be Announced
6	Last date of Choice Filling for seat Allotment	To be Announced
7	Editing in filled-up choices, if needed	To be Announced
8	Issue of Provisional Seat Allotment Letter	To be Announced
9	Certificates/Documents Verification & Admission in the Concerned Institute	To be Announced

Mop Up Round

Sl. No.	Activity	Date
1	Online Registration and Choice Filling for Seat Allotment of 3rd Round of Counselling	To be Announced
2	Edition in Filled Up Choices for Seat Allotment of 3rd Round of Counselling	To be Announced
3	Date of Publication of Seat Allotment List of 3rd Round of Counselling	To be Announced
4	Downloading of Provisional Seat Allotment Letter (3rd Round)	To be Announced
5	Documents Verification and Admission in the Concerned Institute for 3rd Round of Counselling	To be Announced

Jharkhand NEET Counselling Eligibility Criteria

Category	Educational Criteria	Residential Criteria
Unreserved/General-EWS	Passed 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English individually, and a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Biotechnology taken together.	Citizen of India and local/permanent resident of Jharkhand.
Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), BC-I, BC-II	Passed 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English individually, and a minimum of 40% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Biotechnology taken together.	Citizen of India and local/permanent resident of Jharkhand.
Persons with Disabilities (PWD)	Passed 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (or Botany & Zoology)/Biotechnology and English individually, and a minimum of 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology (or Botany & Zoology)/Biotechnology taken together.	Citizen of India and local/permanent resident of Jharkhand.

NEET 2024 Cut-Off

Category	Cut-Off Percentile	NEET Cut-Off 2023	NEET Cut-Off 2024	No. Of Candidates
UR/EWS	50th Percentile	720-137	720-162	11,65,334
OBC	40th Percentile	136-107	161-127	1,00,876
SC	40th Percentile	136-107	161-127	34,420
ST	40th Percentile	136-107	161-127	14,414
UR/EWS-PwD	45th Percentile	136-121	151-144	469
OBC-PwD	40th Percentile	120-107	143-127	269
SC-PwD	40th Percentile	120-107	143-127	54
ST-PwD	40th Percentile	120-107	142-127	13

Jharkhand NEET Counselling – MBBS/BDS Cutoff 2024 Category-wise, Round-wise & College-wise

If you are interested in applying to one of Jharkhand's government or private medical colleges for MBBS, you should be aware of the previous year's cutoff. The PDF below contains the whole Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2024 MBBS/BDS cutoff, arranged by college, round, and category. You may get your NEET score and rank from Round 1 to the Stray Vacancy Round for each category, including UR (Open), EWS, BC I, BC II, SC, ST, and Management Quota. During Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025, you can utilize this information to help you make the best decision possible.

CATEGORY	DOWNLOAD
UR (Open)	DOWNLOAD HERE
EWS Category	DOWNLOAD HERE
BC – I Category	DOWNLOAD HERE
BC - II Category	DOWNLOAD HERE
SC Category	DOWNLOAD HERE
ST Category	DOWNLOAD HERE
Management Quota (Open)	DOWNLOAD HERE

Jharkhand NEET Counselling Seat Matrix (MBBS/BDS)

Jharkhand NEET Counselling Seat Matrix is the distribution of available MBBS and BDS seats across government and private medical and dental colleges in the state. This seat matrix is important for candidates participating in the counselling process, as it helps them identify the number of seats allocated for various categories, such as General, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS, among others. The seat matrix also indicates the seats reserved under different quotas, including state quota, management quota, and NRI quota.

Jharkhand NEET Counselling Registration Process - State Quota

Fill in the Information

• Visit the official website: https://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in/ 
• Enter personal details such as your Name, Gender, Date of Birth, Category, Disability status, Educational Qualification, E-mail ID, Mobile Number, Communication Address, and a Declaration.
• Review the filled details carefully, and make any necessary corrections before submitting your final data.

Upload Photograph, Signature, and Left Thumb Impression (LTI)

• Photograph:
  • Upload a recent stamp-sized color photograph (not older than 6 months), preferably with a white background.
  • The file should be in .JPG or .JPEG format, with a size between 20kb-50kb.
• Signature
  • Sign on white paper using a Blue/Black Ink pen, scan it, and upload the image in .JPG or .JPEG format.
  • The file size should be between 10kb-20kb.
  • Ensure that the scanned signature matches the one on the Admit Card/Attendance sheet, as discrepancies could lead to disqualification.
• Left Thumb Impression (LTI): Upload your LTI in the same format as the photograph and signature.

Upload Additional Documents

• Depending on your category and qualifications, upload necessary documents like Category Certificates, Educational Qualification Certificates, and EWS/PH certificates.
• Combine these documents into a single PDF file with a maximum size of 500 KB.

Preview and Submit Images

• Preview the uploaded images to ensure that the photograph, signature, and LTI are clearly visible in their respective fields.
• If the images are not satisfactory, you can re-upload them.
• Make sure the correct images are in the right slots, and then proceed.

Submit the Application

• Review all the filled information before submitting the application.
• If everything is correct, tick the declaration checkbox and click the final "SUBMIT" button.

Receive Application/Registration Number

• After submission, the system will generate an Application/Registration Number.
• This number, along with the password, will be sent to your registered mobile number and email.
• Keep this information secure, as you’ll need it for future reference.

Pay the Application Fee

• A payment link will be provided on the website, directing you to the payment gateway after provisional registration.
• Pay the fee using Internet Banking, Debit Card (Visa/Master), or Credit Card (Visa/Master).
• Save or print the payment slip for future reference, as it contains essential details.
• Note that bank charges or payment gateway charges will be borne by you, and any fee deposited into the wrong account will not be the responsibility of the board.
• The application fee is non-refundable, so ensure you’re eligible before making the payment.

Verify Payment Status

• Check the payment status to ensure it is successful. If the status shows "PENDING", "FAILURE", "REJECTED", or any other issue, you must resolve it with the bank and ensure the payment reaches the board before the due date.
• If the payment is reversed or canceled by the bank, and the board does not receive it in time, your application will be rejected.

Declaration

• You must declare that all information provided is true, complete, and correct to the best of your knowledge.
• This declaration must be supported by original documents/testimonials when required.
• If any false or incorrect information is detected at any stage, your candidature will be terminated.

Registrations & Counselling Fees 2024

Category	Application Fee	Counselling Fees
General/ EWS/ BC-I/ BC-II	Rs. 500	Rs. 1000
SC/ ST/ Women candidates in all categories	Rs. 250	Rs. 500
Divyang Candidate of Any Category	--	Rs. 500

Security Money

College Type	Category	Security Money
Government	UR/ EWS	Rs. 20,000/-
	SC/ST/OBC/PWD	Rs. 10,000/-
Deemed/ Private	Medical College	Rs. 2,00,000/-
	Dental College	Rs. 1,00,000/-

Counselling Process - State Quota

After the NEET 2025 results, candidates seeking admission to MBBS programs in Jharkhand must follow these steps through the Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB)

• Online Application: Fill out the online application form on the JCECEB website (https://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in/).
• Eligible Candidates List & Choice Filling: After applying, a list of eligible candidates will be published. Seat allotment will be done based on merit and the choices filled by the candidates.

Counseling Rounds

• First Round:
  • The first round of seat allotment is conducted online. Register according to the given schedule and fill in your choices.
  • If allotted a seat, download the allotment letter from the website and complete the admission formalities, including document verification at the respective college.
• Second Round:
  • The second round is also conducted online. New registration will be opened, followed by the issuance of a merit list. Afterward, choices must be filled in.
  • Candidates who have already joined a seat in the first round can participate for an upgrade. The process of downloading the allotment letter and completing admission formalities is the same as in the first round.
• Mop Up Round:
  • The Mop Up round also follows an online process with new registration. Candidates who haven't registered in previous rounds can do so in this round.
  • The merit list will be published, and candidates can fill their choices. Seat allotment will follow, after which the allotment letter must be downloaded, and the admission process completed, including document verification.

Document Required - State Quota 

• NEET UG 2025 Admit Card
• NEET UG 2025 Rank Card
• Class 10th Mark Sheet and Certificate
• Class 12th Mark Sheet and Certificate
• Identity Proof (Aadhar card, passport, etc.)
• Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile Certificate
• Passport-size Photographs

MCC NEET UG Counselling Registration Process - All India Quota

Step	Description
Step 1: Update Contact Information	Ensure that the email address and mobile number provided during the NEET UG application process are accurate. These will be used for MCC registration and communication.
Step 2: Await Communication	All communication, including information and updates regarding counseling, will be sent by MCC of DGHS, MoHFW via email to the registered email address or SMS to the mobile number.
Step 3: No Changes Allowed	Requests to change the registered mobile number or email address will not be entertained by the MCC of DGHS, MoHFW.
Step 4: Recommended Device and Browser	Use a laptop or computer with the latest versions of Chrome, Internet Explorer, Firefox, Windows, or iOS for registration and choice-filling to avoid technical complications.
Step 5: Register on the MCC Website	Qualified and eligible candidates must register on the MCC website (www.mcc.nic.in) to participate in the counseling process for seat allotment.
Step 6: Sandes App for OTP	Download the Sandes app to receive OTP on the registered phone number for registration.
Step 7: Upload Essential Certificates	After the declaration of NEET UG results, candidates must mandatorily upload essential certificates as per the requirements specified by the MCC.
Step 8: Physical Reporting	Carry original documents during physical reporting to the allotted college to confirm seat allotment and complete admission procedures.

MCC NEET UG Counselling Process - All India Quota

MCC NEET UG Counselling Process includes four rounds, each with its own set of rules and procedures. The counselling process begins with Round 1 & concludes with a Final Stray Vacancy Round, where remaining vacant seats are filled through fresh registrations, ensuring all available positions are occupied. Candidates must upload essential certificates after each round’s result declaration to facilitate the verification process. Below is the step-by-step process for each round,

Round 1:

• a) Main Counseling Registration: Candidates register and pay a non-refundable registration fee along with a refundable security deposit.
• b) Choice Filling and Locking: Candidates choose their preferred colleges and courses and lock their choices.
• c) Seat Allotment: Seats are allocated based on choices and merit.
• d) Publication of Round 1 Result: Results are published on the MCC website.
• e) Uploading Essential Certificates: Candidates upload necessary certificates after the result declaration.
• f) Physical Reporting: Candidates report to allotted colleges with original documents. They can opt for an upgrade to Round 2 if desired.

Round 2:

• a) Eligibility for Round 2: Candidates not allotted any seat in Round 1 or not reported, need not register again.
• b) Fresh Registration: New registration for Round 2 with full payment for those who didn’t register in Round 1.
• c) Fresh Choice Filling: Candidates submit new choices for Round 2.
• d) Seat Allotment Round 2: Allocation of seats based on choices and merit.
• e) Publication of Round 2 Result: Results announced on the MCC website.
• f) Uploading Essential Certificates: Candidates upload the required certificates after the result declaration.
• g) Physical Reporting: Candidates report to allotted colleges with original documents. They can opt for an upgrade to Round 3 if desired.

Round 3:

• a) Eligibility for Round 3: Candidates not allotted any seat in Round 1 or Round 2 need not register again.
• b) Fresh Registration for Round 3: New registration for Round 3 with full payment for those who haven’t registered before or resigned from Round 1 or Round 2.
• c) Fresh Choice Filling: Candidates submit new choices for Round 3.
• d) Seat Allotment Round 3: Allocation of seats based on choices and merit.
• e) Publication of Round 3 Result: Results announced on the MCC website.
• f) Uploading Essential Certificates: Candidates upload necessary certificates after the result declaration.
• g) Physical Reporting: Candidates report to allotted colleges with original documents. Once joined, no further upgrades or resignations are allowed.

Final Stray Vacancy Round:

• Fresh registrations are conducted for vacant seats.
• Conducted for AIQ, Deemed University seats, and as per Supreme Court directions.
• Candidates allotted seats must join; failure to do so results in debarment from NEET for one year.

Application Form & Fee Of Counselling - All India Quota

Quota	Category	Non-Refundable Fees (in Rs.)	Refundable Security Amount (in Rs.)
For (15% All India Quota)/ Central Universities (DU, AMU, BHU, and Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi)/AFMC& ESI/ All AIIMS/ JIPMER	UR/EWS	1000	10,000
	SC/ST/OBC/PwD	500	5,000
Deemed Universities	All	5000	2,00,000

Documents Required - All India Quota

• Allotment Letter issued by MCC
• Admit Cards of Exam issued by NTA.
• NEET 2025 Result/ Rank letter issued by NTA.
• Date of Birth Certificate (if Metric Certificate does not bear the same)
• Class 10th Certificate
• Class 10+2 Certificate
• Class 10+2 Marks Sheet
• Eight (8) Passport size photograph same as affixed on the application form.
• Proof of identity (Aadhar/ PAN/ Driving Licence/ Passport)

Participating NEET Colleges in Jharkhand

List of the Government Medical Colleges in Jharkhand 

Name and Address of Medical College/Medical Institution	University Name	Management of College	Year of Inspection of College	Annual Intake (Seats)	Average Fees
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Deoghar	Statutory Autonomous, AIIMS(Deoghar)	Govt.	2019	125	Rs. 5,856/-
Dumka Medical College, Dighi Dumka	Sidho Kanhu Murmu University	Govt.	2019	100	Rs. 7,500/-
Hazaribagh Medical College, Hazaribagh	Shahid Nirmal Mahto Medical College & Hospital, Dhanbad	Govt.	2019	100	9180/-
M G M Medical College, Jamshedpur	Kolhan University, Chaibasa	Govt.	1961	50	Rs. 9,130/-
Palamu Medical College, Palamu	Nilamber-Pitamber University	Govt.	2019	100	8,980/-
Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Ranchi	Ranchi University	Govt.	1960	180	Rs. 7,500/-
Binod Bihari Mahto Koyalanchal University, Dhanbad	Binod Bihati Mahto Koyalanchal University, Dhanbad	Govt.	1969	100	--

List Of the Private Medical Colleges in Jharkhand 

Name and Address of Medical College/Medical Institution	University Name	Management of College	Year of Inspection of College	Annual Intake (Seats)
Laxmi Chandravansi Medical College & Hospital	Ramchandra Chandravansi University, Bishrampur, Palamu	Trust	2021	100
Manipal Tata Medical College, Baridih Jamshedpur	Manipal University, Manipal	Trust	2020	150

List of Government Medical Colleges in Jharkhand 

College Name	State	Est.Year	Type	Permitted Seats for Academic Year 2025-26
Dental Institute Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Ranchi	Jharkhand	2017-18	Govt.	BDS	63

List of the Private Medical Colleges in Jharkhand 

College Name	State	Est.Year	Type	Permitted Seats for Academic Year 2025-26
Awadh Dental College & Hospital, Jamshedpur	Jharkhand	2007-08	Private	BDS	100
Hazaribag College of Dental Sciences and Hospital, Hazaribag	Jharkhand	2006-07	Private	BDS	100
Vananchal Dental College & Hospital, Garhwa	Jharkhand	2007-08	Private	BDS	100

Bond Policy

• If a candidate fails to take admission after the final counseling, they will not be eligible to appear in the NEET UG or state examination for the next academic year.
• If a candidate does not take admission after seat allotment, or if they leave the course after admission, they will be entitled to retrieve their original documents from the institute only after depositing the total scholarship and other emoluments received, along with a penalty of Rs. 20 lakhs.

Choice Filling Order 2025

Here is the table based on the given priority list for counselling in 2025:

Priority	Medical College Name	Location
1	RIMS Ranchi	Ranchi, Jharkhand
2	MGM Medical College	Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
3	SN Medical College	Dhanbad, Jharkhand
4	Sheikh Bhikhari Medical College	Hazaribagh, Jharkhand
5	Phulo-Jhano Medical College	Dumka, Jharkhand
6	Medinirai Medical College	Palamu, Jharkhand

Jharkhand NEET Counselling Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is eligible for Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025?

A: Candidates who qualify for NEET 2025 and are domiciled in Jharkhand are eligible.

Q: Is there any minimum marks requirement for Jharkhand NEET Counselling?

A: No, there is no minimum marks requirement for participation, but securing a seat depends on your rank and seat availability.

Q: When will the registration for Jharkhand NEET Counselling 2025 start?

Counselling schedule is not released by the conducting authority but its is expected to start from Aug 2025.

Q: How do I register for Jharkhand NEET Counselling?

A: Registration will be done online on the JCECEB website (jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in).

Q: What documents do I need for registration?

A: This information will be available on the official website closer to the registration date. It usually includes a NEET scorecard, domicile certificate, identity proof, etc.

Q: Who conducts the Jharkhand NEET Counselling?

A: The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) conducts the counselling.

Q: How are seats allocated in Jharkhand NEET Counselling?

A: Seats are allocated based on your NEET rank, category, and seat availability in participating colleges.

Q: Can I participate in both All India Counselling and Jharkhand NEET Counselling?

A: Yes, but you can only accept a seat in one counselling.