Overview
The Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026 Round 1 merit list for MBBS and BDS admissions has been released by the Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Chhattisgarh. Candidates participating in the state counselling process can download the merit list online at cgdme.admissions.nic.in and check their merit rank and counselling status. The total number of seats has not been specified in the brief release and will be governed by the official college-wise seat matrix.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Directorate of Medical Education, Chhattisgarh |
| Post Name | MBBS and BDS Admission — Round 1 Counselling |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified; seats as per the official seat matrix |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | cgdme.admissions.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | NEET UG 2026 date to be verified from the official schedule |
| Result Date | Round 1 merit list released; exact date not specified |
Candidates should regularly check the counselling portal for the choice-filling deadline, seat-allotment result, reporting schedule and subsequent rounds. Missing a prescribed deadline may affect eligibility for the current or later counselling stages.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English from a recognised board.
- Applicants must have qualified NEET UG 2026 and obtained the applicable minimum percentile for their category.
- Minimum marks in the qualifying examination will apply as prescribed under the prevailing medical and dental admission regulations.
- Candidates claiming Chhattisgarh domicile, category, reservation or other benefits must possess valid supporting certificates in the prescribed format.
- Eligibility remains provisional until original documents are checked by the competent counselling or college authority.
Age Limit
- The candidate should have completed 17 years of age on or before December 31, 2026.
- Any upper-age condition, if applicable, will be governed by current NEET UG, NMC, DCI and judicial guidelines.
- The date of birth recorded in the Class 10 certificate or equivalent document will generally be used for verification.
Fees
- Candidates may be required to pay an online counselling or registration fee based on their category.
- Security deposit, tuition fee and institutional charges may be payable separately during seat allotment or admission.
- The exact amount, payment deadline and refund rules should be checked on the official counselling portal before making payment.
- Applicants should save the payment receipt and transaction reference number for future use.
Selection Process
- NEET UG merit: Candidates are considered on the basis of their NEET UG 2026 score, state merit position, category and applicable reservation rules.
- Choice filling and seat allotment: Registered candidates must submit and lock their preferred medical or dental colleges and courses within the notified period. Allotment depends on merit, choices and seat availability.
- Document verification and admission: Allotted candidates must report as instructed, present original documents, complete medical and eligibility verification, and pay the required admission fee.
Inclusion in the merit list does not by itself guarantee admission. A seat is confirmed only after allotment, successful verification, fee payment and completion of the reporting formalities.
How to Apply
- Visit the Chhattisgarh NEET UG counselling portal at cgdme.admissions.nic.in.
- Open the candidate activity, merit list or Round 1 counselling section displayed on the homepage.
- Click the link for the Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Merit List for MBBS/BDS.
- If prompted, enter the NEET UG roll number, application number, password or other login details.
- Download the merit list PDF and search for the candidate’s name, NEET roll number or counselling registration number.
- Carefully verify the state merit rank, category, gender, eligibility status and other information shown in the list.
- Candidates who find an error should submit a grievance through the authorised channel within the notified period, along with documentary proof.
- Eligible candidates should complete choice filling, lock preferences and retain a printout or screenshot of the submitted choices.
- After allotment, download the allotment letter and report to the designated institution or verification centre within the deadline.
Candidates should use only their own active mobile number and email address during counselling. Login credentials, payment receipts, choice-filling records and downloaded documents should be preserved until the admission process is completed.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Where can I download the Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026 merit list?
The Round 1 MBBS and BDS merit list can be downloaded from cgdme.admissions.nic.in through the relevant merit list or candidate activity section.
2. Does inclusion in the merit list confirm an MBBS or BDS seat?
No. Admission depends on choice filling, merit rank, reservation, seat availability, allotment, document verification and payment of fees.
3. What should I do after checking the Round 1 merit list?
Verify all details, follow the announced choice-filling schedule, lock college preferences and monitor the portal for the Ro
