Odisha NEET UG Counselling 2025: Important Dates, Counselling Procedure & Fee.

About Odisha NEET UG 2025 Counselling
The Odisha NEET UG 2025 Counselling is conducted by the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Committee for admission to MBBS and BDS courses in Government and Private Medical/Dental Colleges across the state. This process is designed to ensure a transparent, merit-based admission system, strictly following the guidelines set by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and the Government of Odisha. Candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2025 must complete the registration, document verification, choice filling, and seat allotment procedures to secure admission under the State Quota, Management Quota, and NRI Quota. The counselling process is conducted online, with multiple rounds, including Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round, ensuring that all available seats are allocated efficiently. Candidates must stay updated with the OJEE official website to track important notifications and deadlines.

Eligibility Criteria for Odisha NEET UG 2025 counselling 

1. Nationality Criteria

• Candidates must be Indian citizens.
• Non-Resident Indian (NRI) candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2025 are eligible under the NRI quota.

2. Domicile Criteria

• The candidate must be a permanent native of Odisha.
• Children of All India Civil Service officers serving in the Odisha cadre are also eligible.

3. Age Criteria

• Candidates must be at least 17 years old as of December 31, 2025.
• There is no upper age limit for NEET UG 2025.

4. Educational Qualification & Minimum Marks

MBBS & BDS Admission Eligibility

• Must have passed Class 12 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent from a recognized board.
• Subjects Required: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English (must be passed individually).
• Minimum Aggregate Marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology):
  • General Category (GE): 50%
  • SC/ST Candidates: 40%
  • Physically Challenged (PC-GE) Candidates: 45%
  • PC Candidates from SC/ST Category: 40%

5. NEET UG 2025 Qualifying Percentile

Candidates must secure the minimum NEET percentile as per category:

• General (GE) – 50th percentile
• Physically Challenged (PC-GE) – 45th percentile
• Scheduled Tribe (ST) / Scheduled Caste (SC) – 40th percentile
• Physically Challenged (PC) Candidates from SC/ST Category – 40th percentile
• Economically Weaker Section (EWS) – 50th percentile
• EWS with PC – 45th percentile

Note: Percentile cut-offs are subject to changes as per Government of India / NMC guidelines.

6. Eligibility for NRI Candidates

• NRI candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2025 are eligible for admission under the NRI quota.
• NRI candidates must pay four times the regular tuition fee in private colleges.

Odisha NEET UG 2025 counselling Registration Dates( Tentative)

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Committee will conduct the NEET UG 2025 counselling registration for admission to MBBS and BDS courses in Government and Private Medical/Dental Colleges of Odisha.

Tentative Schedule for Odisha NEET UG 2025 counselling

• Registration will be conducted online at ojee.nic.in.
• NEET UG 2025 qualification is mandatory for counselling registration.
• Candidates must complete document verification and choice filling within the given schedule.
• Late registrations will not be accepted after the deadline.
• OJEE will officially announce final counselling dates.

Odisha NEET UG 2025 Counselling – Application Process

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Committee conducts NEET UG 2025 counselling for admission to MBBS and BDS courses in Government and Private Medical/Dental Colleges of Odisha. Candidates must complete the online application process to participate in the state quota counselling.

Step-by-Step Application Process for Odisha NEET UG 2025 counselling

Step 1: Online Registration

• Visit the official OJEE website: ojee.nic.in.
• Click on "counselling for MBBS/BDS Courses".
• Enter NEET UG 2025 Roll Number, Date of Birth, and Security Pin to start registration.
• Provide personal details, contact information, and category details as per official records.
• Enter a valid email ID and mobile number for official communication.

Step 2: counselling Registration Fee Payment

• Pay ₹1000/- as a non-refundable registration fee.
• Modes of Payment:
  • Online Payment (Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI).
  • Offline Payment (Challan or Demand Draft, if applicable).
• Download and save the payment confirmation receipt.

Step 3: Submission of NEET UG 2025 and Academic Details

• Enter NEET UG 2025 details, including:
  • NEET Roll Number
  • NEET Application Number
  • All India Rank (AIR)
  • NEET Score and Percentile
• Provide educational details, including:
  • Class 10 and Class 12 marks
  • Board of Examination
  • School Name and Address
• Select the reservation category (if applicable).

Step 4: State Merit List Publication

• OJEE will release the Odisha NEET UG 2025 State Merit List based on NEET UG 2025 All India Rank.
• Candidates must check their rank and details in the merit list.

Step 5: Choice Filling & Locking

• Log in to the OJEE counselling portal.
• Select preferred MBBS/BDS colleges and arrange them in order of preference.
• Modify choices until the last date of choice filling.
• Lock the final choices and take a printout of the choice selection form.

Step 6: Seat Allotment Result

• OJEE will release the seat allotment result based on:
  • NEET UG 2025 Rank
  • Category Reservation
  • Availability of Seats
  • Choice Preferences
• Candidates must download the Allotment Letter from the official website.

Step 7: Reporting to OJEE Office for Admission Confirmation

• Candidates must report in person at the OJEE Office, Bhubaneswar, on the assigned date.
• Pay the admission fee through online payment or demand draft.
• Choose between Freeze or Float options:
  • Freeze: Candidate accepts the allotted seat and will not participate in further rounds.
  • Float: Candidate accepts the seat but wants an upgrade in the next round.

Step 8: Final Admission Process at Allotted College

• After the last round of seat allotment, candidates must report to their allotted medical/dental college.
• Complete all college-level admission formalities, including:
  • Payment of remaining tuition fees.
  • Signing of bond agreement (if applicable for Government Medical Colleges).

Odisha NEET UG Counselling 2025 Reservation Policy

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Committee follows the state government reservation policy for admission to MBBS and BDS courses under the State Quota counselling. Reservation applies only to 85% state quota seats in Government Medical/Dental Colleges and state quota seats in Private Medical/Dental Colleges.

Category-Wise Seat Reservation in Odisha NEET UG 2025

General Rules for Reservation

1. Reservation applies only to state quota seats.
2. No OBC category reservation in Odisha; OBC candidates are considered under the General (UR) category, and their NEET UG qualifying percentile is 40th percentile.
3. ST/SC candidates must produce a caste certificate issued by the Odisha government.
4. Reserved category seats that remain vacant will be transferred to the General (UR) category.
5. ST and SC category seats are not interchangeable.

Category-Wise Reservation Criteria & Eligibility

Scheduled Tribe (ST) – 12% Reservation

• Only for candidates belonging to recognized ST communities in Odisha.
• Must provide a valid ST caste certificate issued by the Odisha Government.
• Candidates from other states cannot claim ST reservation in Odisha.

Scheduled Caste (SC) – 8% Reservation

• Applicable to candidates from notified SC communities in Odisha.
• Valid SC caste certificate issued by the Odisha Government is mandatory.
• SC candidates from other states are not eligible for SC quota in Odisha.

Physically Challenged (PC/PwD) – 5% Reservation (Horizontal Quota)

• Applicable to candidates with a minimum of 40% disability (as per MCI/NMC guidelines).
• Disability certificate must be issued by a designated medical board.
• PC reservation is horizontal, meaning seats will be allocated within the respective categories (UR, SC, ST, etc.).

Ex-Servicemen (ES) – 3% Reservation

• For children of ex-servicemen from Odisha.
• Candidates must submit a certificate from the Rajya Sainik Board, Bhubaneswar.
• Candidates whose parents are still serving in defense services are not eligible.

Green Card Holders (GC) – 5% Reservation

• Permanent natives of Odisha whose parents hold a Green Card issued by the Government of Odisha.
• Green Card benefits must not have been used previously.
• Tampered or mutilated Green Cards will not be accepted.

State Government Schools (SG) – 15% Reservation (Horizontal Quota)

• Applicable only to students who completed Class 10 from Odisha Government High Schools and Class 12 from Odisha Government Junior Colleges.
• Students from private or non-government institutions are not eligible.
• This quota is horizontal, covering all vertical reservations as well as the General (UR) category.

Economically Weaker Section (EWS) – 10% Reservation

• Applicable only if the number of seats is increased to accommodate EWS quota.
• Only for General (UR) candidates who do not fall under SC/ST/GC/ES categories.
• Family income must be below ₹8 lakh per annum.
• Candidates must provide a valid Income & Asset Certificate issued by the Tahsildar / Additional Tahsildar of Odisha.
• Exclusions for EWS quota:
  • The family owns agricultural land of 5 acres or more.
  • The family owns a residential flat of 1000 sq. ft. or more.
  • The family owns a residential plot of 100 sq. yards or more in a municipal area.
  • The family owns a residential plot of 200 sq. yards or more outside municipal areas.

NRI Quota in Odisha NEET UG 2025

• NRI seats are available in private medical/dental colleges.
• NRI candidates must submit:
  1. Indian passport copy.
  2. NRI Certificate from the Indian Embassy.
  3. Sponsorship affidavit stating financial responsibility for the candidate’s education.
• NRI Seat Allotment Priority:
  1. Eligible NRI candidates with Odisha domicile.
  2. Eligible NRI candidates from outside Odisha.
  3. If NRI seats remain vacant, they will be converted to General (UR) seats for Odisha domicile candidates.

• All candidates claiming reservation must provide valid and updated certificates issued by the Odisha Government.
• Candidates failing to produce required documents during verification will be considered under the General (UR) category.
• If sufficient candidates are not available in a reserved category, seats will be filled by General (UR) category candidates.
• Candidates must ensure the accuracy of their category selection during NEET UG 2025 counselling registration.

Odisha NEET UG 2025 – Seat Matrix and College List

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Committee conducts state quota counselling for admission to MBBS and BDS courses in Government and Private Medical/Dental Colleges. The seat distribution follows the reservation policy set by the Government of Odisha.

Odisha MBBS Seat Matrix 2025

Odisha BDS Seat Matrix 2025

Odisha Private Medical Colleges – Seat Matrix 2025

Odisha Private Dental Colleges – Seat Matrix 2025

Key Notes on Seat Distribution

1. 15% of total seats in Government Medical and Dental Colleges are reserved for All India Quota (AIQ), filled through MCC counselling.
2. 85% of Government Medical and Dental Colleges seats are under State Quota and allocated based on Odisha NEET UG counselling.
3. Private Medical Colleges allocate seats as follows:
   • 50% State Quota (Odisha NEET UG counselling).
   • 35% Management Quota (higher fees, no domicile requirement).
   • 15% NRI Quota (higher fees, open to NRI candidates).
4. Vacant reserved category seats are transferred to the General (UR) category after final rounds of counselling.
5. The seat matrix is subject to updates based on government notifications.

Documents Required for Odisha NEET UG 2025 Counselling

Candidates applying for MBBS/BDS admission through Odisha NEET UG Counselling 2025 must submit the following documents during the counselling and admission process. Failure to produce required documents will lead to disqualification.

Essential Documents for All Candidates

1. NEET UG 2025 Admit Card – Issued by NTA for identity verification.
2. NEET UG 2025 Scorecard – Official rank card showing All India Rank (AIR) and marks.
3. Class 10th Certificate – Proof of date of birth (issued by the Board).
4. Class 12th Marksheet & Certificate – For eligibility verification (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English subjects are mandatory).
5. Domicile Certificate (Nativity Certificate) – Issued by Tahsildar/competent authority of Odisha, proving permanent residency.
6. School Leaving Certificate / College Leaving Certificate (CLC/SLC) – Required for admission finalization.
7. Recent Passport-Size Photographs – As per specified dimensions (identical to those used in NEET UG application).

Additional Documents for Reserved Category Candidates

Candidates applying under reservation categories (SC/ST/EWS/PC/ES/GC/SG) must submit category-specific documents:

Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST)

• Valid Caste Certificate – Issued by Government of Odisha (Certificates from other states are not accepted).

Economically Weaker Section (EWS)

• Income & Asset Certificate – Issued by Tahsildar/Additional Tahsildar 

Persons with Disabilities (PwD/PC)

• Medical Disability Certificate – Issued by authorised Medical Board of SCB Medical College, Cuttack or any designated authority.
• Benchmark disability as per NMC guidelines required for MBBS/BDS admission.

Ex-Servicemen (ES) Category

• Ex-Servicemen Certificate – Issued by Rajya Sainik Board, Bhubaneswar (No direct submission to OJEE).
• Candidates whose parents are still in defence service are NOT eligible.

Green Card Holder (GC) Category

• Original Green Card – Issued by Government of Odisha to the parent.
• Name and date of birth on the card must match Class 10th certificate.
• Duplicate/tampered Green Cards are not accepted.

State Government Schools (SG) Quota

• Class 10th Certificate – Must be from Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (Government High School).
• Class 12th Certificate – Must be from Council of Higher Secondary Education, Odisha (Government Higher Secondary School/Junior College).

Documents for NRI (Non-Resident Indian) Candidates

Candidates applying under NRI Quota must submit:

1. Passport & Visa of the NRI sponsor (Proof of NRI status).
2. Sponsorship Affidavit – Notarized document stating financial support for the candidate’s full course duration.
3. Embassy Certificate – Issued by Indian Embassy in the country of residence.
4. Affidavit proving relation between NRI sponsor and candidate.

Other Important Documents

1. Bond Agreement – Signed on non-judicial stamp paper of ₹21, as per Government of Odisha Health Department policy (Mandatory for all MBBS candidates).
2. Fee Payment Receipt – Proof of payment for counselling and admission fees.
3. Acknowledgment Slip – Issued after submission of application and documents.

Important Notes

• All documents must be self-attested copies (Originals required at the time of admission).
• Incorrect/incomplete documents will lead to disqualification.
• Candidates should regularly check the official OJEE website for updates on document submission deadlines and formats.

Counselling Fee for Odisha NEET UG 2025 Admissions

Candidates participating in Odisha NEET UG 2025 Counselling for MBBS and BDS courses must pay the required non-refundable counselling registration fee and admission fees as per the official guidelines.

Counselling Registration Fee (Non-Refundable)

The counselling registration fee is mandatory for all candidates applying for the State Quota, Private College seats, and NRI Quota. The fee structure is as follows:

• The fee must be paid online through the OJEE official portal.
• It is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Odisha NEET UG 2025 Counselling Procedure

The Odisha NEET UG 2025 Counselling is conducted by OJEE for 85% State Quota seats in Government Medical and Dental Colleges and for all seats in Private Medical and Dental Colleges. The counselling process is conducted online and consists of multiple rounds, including Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round.

Round 1 – Registration, Choice Filling & Seat Allotment

Step 1: Online Registration

• Candidates must register online at ojee.nic.in under the "MBBS/BDS Counselling" section.
• Required details include NEET UG 2025 Roll Number, NEET Rank, Personal Details, Academic Information, and Category Information.
• Candidates must upload scanned copies of the required documents.
• Pay the non-refundable counselling registration fee (General: ₹1,000, SC/ST: ₹500, NRI: ₹10,000).
• After successful registration, candidates will be included in the State Merit List.

Step 2: Choice Filling & Locking

• Candidates must log in and fill preferences for colleges and courses in order of priority.
• Choice filling can be modified multiple times before locking.
• If a candidate does not lock choices, the last saved preferences will be locked automatically.

Step 3: Seat Allotment Process

• Seat allotment is conducted based on:
  • NEET UG 2025 Rank
  • Category and Reservation Policies
  • Availability of Seats
  • Choices Filled
• The seat allotment result will be published on the OJEE website.

Step 4: Reporting & Admission Confirmation

• Candidates must report in person at the OJEE office in Bhubaneswar for document verification and provisional admission.
• Candidates must bring all original documents along with the admission fee as per the allotted college.
• Freeze or Float Option:
  • Freeze: Candidate accepts the allotted seat and will not participate in further rounds.
  • Float: Candidate accepts the seat but wishes to upgrade in the next round.
• After verification, candidates must deposit the College Leaving Certificate (CLC) and will receive a Provisional Admission Letter.

Step 5: Candidates Who Do Not Take Admission

• Candidates who do not complete admission after Round 1 will lose their allotted seat and must re-register in Round 2 for further participation.

Round 2 – Upgradation & New Seat Allotments

Eligible Candidates for Round 2

• Candidates who were not allotted any seat in Round 1.
• Candidates who opted for Float Option in Round 1.
• Candidates who were allotted a seat in Private Colleges in Round 1 but did not take admission.
• New candidates who did not register in Round 1 can register fresh for Round 2.

Step 1: Fresh Choice Filling & Locking

• All candidates must fill new preferences for colleges and courses.
• Candidates who chose Freeze in Round 1 cannot modify their choices.

Step 2: Round 2 Seat Allotment

• Seat allotment is done based on:
  • New preferences filled
  • Vacant seats from Round 1
  • NEET UG Rank and Reservation Policies

Step 3: Reporting & Admission Confirmation

• Candidates must report physically at the OJEE office for document verification and admission.
• Admission fee must be deposited.
• Candidates opting for Float may be upgraded or retain their previous allotment.
• If a candidate is allotted a seat in Round 2 but does not take admission, the security deposit is forfeited, and they will be disqualified from further rounds.

Round 3 – Final Allotment & No Further Upgradation

Eligible Candidates for Round 3

• Candidates who were not allotted seats in Round 1 or Round 2.
• Candidates who opted for Float Option in Round 2.

Key Rules for Round 3

• If a candidate is allotted a seat in Round 3, they must take admission.
• No further upgradation or resignation is allowed after Round 3.
• If a candidate fails to join the allotted college in Round 3, they will be permanently eliminated from the counselling process.

Final Reporting at Allotted Institute

• After Round 3, candidates must report to their allotted college within the stipulated deadline and complete the final admission process.

Mop-Up Round – Filling Vacant Seats

Eligible Candidates for Mop-Up Round

• Candidates who were not allotted any seat in previous rounds.
• Candidates who were allotted a Dental College seat in Round 2 or 3 but did not take admission.
• Candidates who were admitted to a Dental College but want upgradation to an MBBS seat.

Step 1: Fresh Choice Filling

• Candidates must fill fresh preferences as previous choices are not considered.
• Choices must be locked within the deadline.

Step 2: Mop-Up Round Seat Allotment

• Seats will be allotted based on:
  • Remaining vacant seats
  • NEET UG Rank
  • Category and Merit List

Step 3: Final Reporting for Admission

• Candidates must report to the allotted college and complete admission.
• If a candidate does not take admission, they will be disqualified from the entire counselling process.
• Candidates allotted MBBS seats in Government Colleges cannot withdraw after the Mop-Up Round.

Stray Vacancy Round—Last Round for Vacant Seats

Eligibility for Stray Vacancy Round

• No new registration is allowed.
• Candidates who have not been allotted any seat in previous rounds are eligible.
• Candidates who were allotted a seat but did not take admission are not eligible.

Step 1: Online Choice Filling

• Fresh choice filling is mandatory for available vacant seats.
• Candidates must lock their choices before the deadline.

Step 2: Final Seat Allotment

• Seats will be filled on merit basis among the remaining unallotted candidates.

Step 3: Final Reporting & Admission Completion

• Candidates must report to the allotted college to complete the admission process.
• If a candidate fails to take admission, they will be disqualified permanently.

Important Counselling Rules & Policies

1. Free Exit Only in Round 1 – Candidates can exit without penalty in Round 1 but not in later rounds.
2. Security Deposit Forfeiture in Round 2 – Candidates who do not take admission in Round 2 will lose their security deposit.
3. No Withdrawal After Mop-Up Round – MBBS admissions in Government Colleges cannot be resigned after Mop-Up Round.
4. Financial Penalty for Late Resignation – Candidates resigning after the final withdrawal deadline must pay ₹10,00,000 penalty.
5. Spot Counselling (if needed) – If vacancies remain after Mop-Up Round, a spot counselling may be conducted.

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The Odisha NEET UG 2025 Counselling plays a crucial role in facilitating admissions for MBBS and BDS aspirants through a structured, merit-driven process. Candidates must adhere to the eligibility criteria, document submission requirements, and seat allotment rules to secure a seat in their preferred medical or dental college. Understanding the reservation policies, counselling procedures, and category-wise seat distribution is essential for making informed decisions during choice filling and admission confirmation. With strict guidelines on seat upgradation, admission withdrawal, and penalties, candidates should carefully assess their options before finalizing their choices. Proper planning, timely registration, and active participation in the counselling rounds will maximize the chances of securing admission in a reputed institution. For the latest updates and official announcements, candidates must regularly visit the OJEE counselling portal and stay informed throughout the admission process.

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