🏥 Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2026

Your Path to Medical Excellence in Kerala

Complete guide to MBBS & BDS admissions through NEET UG Counselling. Registration, Merit Lists, Colleges & Everything You Need to Know.

50+
Medical Colleges
2500+
MBBS Seats
July 2026
Registration Opens

Important Dates & Timeline

Stay updated with all crucial registration and admission deadlines

Phase 1
Registration Opens
Online registration and prospectus release on official CEE Kerala website
Phase 2
Fee Payment & Form Submission
Complete fee payment and submit application form with all required documents
Phase 3
Merit List Release
Provisional and final merit lists published on official website
Phase 4
Choice Filling & Locking
Fill and lock your college preferences based on NEET rank and availability
Phase 5
Seat Allotment
Seat allotment across Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up and Stray Vacancy Rounds
Phase 6
College Reporting
Report to your allotted college and complete admission formalities

Eligibility Criteria

Check if you meet all requirements for Kerala NEET UG Counselling

Academic Qualification

Must have completed 10+2 (12th) with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) and English from a recognized board. Minimum 50% marks for General, 40% for SC/ST/OBC, 45% for PwD.

NEET Qualification

Candidates must have qualified NEET UG 2026 examination. Valid NEET score and rank letter are mandatory for registration and seat allotment.

Age & Nationality

Minimum age should be 17 years as on date of counselling. Only Indian citizens, OCI, and PIO are eligible. Valid documentation required for proof of citizenship.

Kerala Domicile (for State Quota)

For 85% state quota seats, candidates must be Kerala domicile. 15% All India Quota seats are available for students from any state nationwide.

Counselling Process Steps

Follow these steps to complete your Kerala NEET UG counselling

01

Online Registration

Visit cee.kerala.gov.in and complete registration with login credentials, personal details, and documents upload

02

Document Verification

Submit original documents for verification including NEET admit card, merit certificate, and identity proofs

03

Choice Filling

Select your preferred colleges and courses from available options based on your NEET rank and category

04

Choice Locking

Lock your final choices before deadline. Only locked choices are considered for seat allotment process

05

Seat Allotment

Result declared with allotted college, course, and category. Check official portal for your seat allocation

06

College Reporting

Report to your allotted college within deadline with all documents and complete admission process

Medical Colleges in Kerala

Browse government and private medical institutions offering MBBS seats

Calicut Medical College
Thenhipalam, Malappuram
Founded
1957
MBBS Seats
250
University
Calicut Univ
Government Medical College Thrissur
Thrissur
Founded
1963
MBBS Seats
175
University
Kerala Univ
Government Medical College Ernakulam
Kochi
Founded
1981
MBBS Seats
175
University
Kerala Univ
Trivandrum Medical College
Thiruvananthapuram
Founded
1951
MBBS Seats
250
University
Kerala Univ
KMCT Medical College
Kozhikode
Founded
2008
MBBS Seats
150
Affiliation
Calicut Univ
Jubilee Mission Medical College
Thrissur
Founded
2002
MBBS Seats
100
Affiliation
Kerala Univ
Amala Institute of Medical Sciences
Thrissur
Founded
2002
MBBS Seats
100
Affiliation
Kerala Univ
Travancore Medical College
Kollam
Founded
2009
MBBS Seats
150
Affiliation
Kerala Univ

Expected Cutoff Scores 2026

Reference cutoff scores based on previous years (actual may vary)

Category Percentile Required Expected Cutoff Range Remarks
General/Unreserved (UR) 50th Percentile 600-686 Competitive category
EWS (Economically Weaker Section) 50th Percentile 600-686 Same as General
OBC (Other Backward Class) 40th Percentile 450-520 Reserved category
SC (Scheduled Caste) 40th Percentile 400-480 Reserved category
ST (Scheduled Tribe) 40th Percentile 380-450 Reserved category
PwD (Persons with Disability) 45th Percentile 420-500 Separate category

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the registration fee for Kerala NEET UG Counselling?

The registration fee is ₹625 for General category, ₹250 for SC category, and NIL (free) for ST category candidates. Fee payment is mandatory for registration completion.

Can I participate in counselling with an All India Quota (AIQ) seat?

Yes, 15% seats in government medical colleges are reserved under All India Quota. Students from any state can apply for these seats. The remaining 85% are for Kerala domicile candidates under State Quota.

How many counselling rounds are conducted?

Kerala conducts 4 main counselling rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round. Each round has separate registration, choice filling, and seat allotment timelines.

Can I change my choices after locking them?

No, once you lock your choices, they cannot be changed. You can unlock only during the choice filling period before the deadline. After locking, only these preferences are considered for seat allotment.

What documents are required for counselling registration?

Required documents include: NEET admit card, NEET rank letter, 10th mark sheet, 12th passing certificate, birth certificate, valid ID proof, and passport-size photographs. All originals needed for verification.

What is the reporting deadline after seat allotment?

The reporting deadline is strictly mentioned in the allotment letter (typically 7-10 days from allotment). Failure to report within deadline may result in cancellation of your allotted seat.

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