Meghalaya NEET UG Counselling 2026: Dates, Eligibility, Application Process & Seat Allotment

Last Updated on April 17, 2026

The Meghalaya NEET UG Counselling 2026 is the official gateway for medical aspirants aiming to secure admission into MBBS, BDS, and allied health science courses under the state quota and central pool seats allocated to Meghalaya. The counselling process is administered by the Directorate of Health Services (DHS), Government of Meghalaya, functioning as the Meghalaya State Counselling Authority for Medical Education (MSCAME).

Based entirely on the scores obtained in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2026, the counselling is typically conducted in a hybrid mode—online application followed by physical document verification and seat allotment—through the official portal meghealth.gov.in. Eligible candidates can compete for seats in esteemed medical institutions within the state, including the newly established government medical colleges, as well as nominated seats in colleges outside the state.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Nationality & Domicile: The applicant must be an Indian citizen and possess a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) or Domicile Certificate of Meghalaya.

  • NEET Qualification: Candidates must have successfully cleared the NEET UG 2026 exam and achieved the minimum qualifying percentile set by the NTA.

  • Academic Qualifications: Must have passed the 10+2 examination from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects.

  • Minimum Marks: General category applicants need a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in PCB in their 12th standard. For ST, SC, and OBC candidates, the minimum requirement is 40%, and for PwD, it is 45%.

  • Age Limit: The candidate must be at least 17 years old by December 31, 2026.

Document Required

  • NEET UG 2026 Admit Card

  • NEET UG 2026 Scorecard / Rank Letter

  • Class 10th Certificate and Marksheet (serves as Date of Birth proof)

  • Class 12th Certificate and Marksheet

  • Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) or Domicile of Meghalaya

  • Scheduled Tribe (ST) / Scheduled Caste (SC) / OBC Certificate (if applicable)

  • Recent Passport-size Photographs

  • Valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, or Passport)

  • Character Certificate from the last institution attended

How to apply

  1. Official Notification: Keep a close watch on the official DHS website (meghealth.gov.in) for the 2026 counselling schedule and admission notices.

  2. Access the Portal: Click on the online application link provided on the homepage for MBBS/BDS state quota admissions.

  3. Fill Application Form: Enter your NEET UG 2026 Roll Number, scores, personal details, academic background, and category information accurately.

  4. Upload/Attach Documents: Upload clear, self-attested copies of the requested academic and domicile certificates.

  5. Submit the Form: Review all entered details carefully and submit the application before the deadline. Keep a printed copy of the confirmation page.

  6. Physical Screening/Verification: Attend the physical screening and document verification process on the notified dates. This is typically held at designated centers like Civil Hospital Shillong or Tura Civil Hospital.

  7. Merit List & Allotment: Check the official merit list published by DHS and participate in the seat allotment process based on your state rank.