Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026: Few seats are available for BDS and BHMS in Jharkhand. For candidates who qualified in NEET UG 2026 and are seeking MBBS or BDS admission in Jharkhand, the Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has released a notice on the Stray Vacancy Round to fill vacant All India quota seats in selected medical and dental colleges. Further details about seat availability and the counselling process will be updated once the official advertisement is released.
Here is a comprehensive overview of the announcements, participating institutions, and key guidelines. We will update the counselling schedule as soon as new official timelines are released.
JCECEB NEET UG Counselling 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Counselling Authority | Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) |
| Examination | NEET UG 2026 |
| Academic Session | 2026–27 |
| Courses | MBBS, BDS and BHMS |
| Counselling Mode | Online |
| BDS and BHMS Notice | Advt. No. JCECEB/46/26-51 |
| Date of First Notice | August 8, 2026 |
| Stray Vacancy Round Notice | Advt. No. JCECEB/46/26-99 |
| Date of Stray Vacancy Notice | October 14, 2026 |
| Official Website | jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in |
1. Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026 for BDS and BHMS
On August 8, 2026, JCECEB released Press Communiqué Advt. No. JCECEB/46/26-51 for Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026-qualified candidates seeking admission to BDS and BHMS courses in Jharkhand. The notice relates to the preparation of the state merit list for All India and NRI quota seats in private medical and dental colleges.
The online application window for the first-round merit list was open from August 9 to August 12, 2026. The counselling process is planned across three regular rounds, followed by a Stray Vacancy Round. Candidates should refer to the latest official notices for information on the counselling schedule, merit list and further admission requirements.
2. Stray Vacancy Round for MBBS and BDS All India Seats
JCECEB has issued Advt. No. JCECEB/46/26-99 dated October 14, 2026, regarding the Stray Vacancy Round for vacant All India quota seats in MBBS and BDS courses, following the directions issued by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), New Delhi, on September 14, 2026.
Further details about the available seats in selected medical and dental colleges in Jharkhand, the counselling schedule, and the admission process will be updated here once the official notification and relevant details are available.
Participating Colleges for MBBS
| S. No. | College Name | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Laxmi Chandravansi Medical College & Hospital | Palamu |
| 2 | Netaji Subhas Medical College and Hospital | Seraikela-Kharsawan |
| 3 | Sido Kanhu Medical College & Hospital | Dumka |
| 4 | Birsa Institute of Medical Sciences & Research | Khunti |
Participating Colleges for BDS
| S. No. | College Name | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vananchal Dental College and Hospital | Garhwa |
| 2 | Awadh Dental College & Hospital | Jamshedpur |
Vananchal Dental College and Hospital, Garhwa, is listed under Babu Dinesh Singh University, Garhwa, in the provided information.
Also read: Rajasthan MBBS Vacant Seats 2026
Eligibility and Important Guidelines
Candidates must qualify for Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026 to participate in the relevant counselling process. They must also meet the eligibility criteria for the course, quota and counselling round. Further details will be updated here once the official notification is available.
The detailed guidelines are available under the Important Notice section of the official JCECEB website. Candidates should check the notices for information about:
- Age limits and educational qualifications
- Registration and application fees
- Merit list preparation and counselling procedures
- Seat availability and quota-specific conditions
- Required documents and admission reporting instructions
Candidates applying for All India quota seats should also follow the latest MCC guidelines and announcements.
JCECEB Contact Details
For official counselling updates and admission-related queries, candidates can refer to the following contact information:
- Official Website: https://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in
- Email: jceceboard@gmail.com
- Address: Science & Technology Campus, Sirkha Toli, Namkum-Tupudana Road, Namkum, Ranchi – 834010
In The End
Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026 has released separate notices regarding BDS and BHMS merit list preparation and the Stray Vacancy Round for MBBS and BDS seats under NEET UG Counselling 2026. Further details about the counselling schedule, seat matrix and admission requirements will be updated here as soon as new official information becomes available.
We will update the detailed information once the official advertisement is released. Candidates are advised to refer to the latest official announcements before making any admission-related decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who can participate in Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026?
Candidates who have qualified for Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2026 may participate, subject to the eligibility conditions and requirements of the relevant counselling round.
2. Which courses are covered under Advt. No. JCECEB/46/26-51?
The notice concerns merit list preparation for BDS and BHMS admissions against All India and NRI quota seats in private institutions in Jharkhand.
3. What is the purpose of the Stray Vacancy Round notice?
Advt. No. JCECEB/46/26-99 concerns the Stray Vacancy Round for vacant All India quota seats in MBBS and BDS courses at the listed colleges.
4. Where can candidates check the latest counselling schedule?
Candidates should visit the official JCECEB website and check the Important Notice section. For All India quota seats, they should also follow the MCC website for relevant updates.
5. Is the first-round registration window for BDS and BHMS still open?
No. The registration window specified in the August notice closed on August 12, 2026. Candidates should check subsequent notifications for the current counselling status and any further instructions.
