Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 is being conducted by the Arunachal Pradesh State Council for Technical Education (APSCTE), an autonomous body functioning under the Directorate of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Arunachal Pradesh. This counselling, officially titled the “Degree (PCB Group) 2026 Counselling,” covers admission to MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BAMS, BUMS, B.Sc (Nursing) and several other PCB-group degree courses, based strictly on the candidate’s rank in NEET UG 2026 conducted by NTA.
As per the latest schedule available, online provisional registration for Round 1 began on 13-08-2026 (Thursday) and continues till 19-08-2026 (Wednesday). Document upload and verification run from 13-08-2026 to 20-08-2026 (up to 12:00 noon), and choice filling and locking are open from 13-08-2026 to 20-08-2026.
This guide walks you through the complete Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 process, including registration, eligibility, fees, documents, choice filling, seat matrix, seat allotment and the participating institutes.
Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 Overview
Before getting into dates and fees, it helps to understand what this counselling actually is. The Degree PCB Group 2026 Counselling is the state-level process through which NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates are nominated to seats made available to Arunachal Pradesh by the Government of India and by various regional bodies in the North East region. Selection is purely rank-based, using the candidate’s NEET 2026 score and the choices filled during counselling.
| Particulars | Details |
| Counselling Name | Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Arunachal Pradesh State Council for Technical Education (APSCTE), under the Directorate of Higher & Technical Education, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh |
| Courses Offered | MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BAMS, BUMS, B.Sc (Nursing) and other PCB group degree courses (details in the Seat Matrix section) |
| Admission Through | NEET UG 2026 |
| Counselling Type | State quota counselling for Arunachal Pradesh candidates (APST and Non-APST categories); seats are allotted by the Government of India, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, and Regional Bodies of the North East |
| Participating Colleges | TRIHMS Naharlagun, and various regional institutes such as RIMS Imphal, Agartala Govt. Medical College, RDC Guwahati, among others (see Seat Matrix section) |
| Official Website | apdhte.nic.in and apjee.co.in |
| Current Status | Round 1 registration and choice filling are currently open as per the schedule dated 13-08-2026 to 20-08-2026 |
Important Dates for Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026
Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 dates are structured in two regular rounds and a spot round (to be conducted only if seats remain vacant). These dates may vary in case of unforeseen exigencies, so candidates should treat this as the current official schedule:
| Event | Date |
| Online provisional Registration (Round 1) | 13-08-2026 (Thursday) to 19-08-2026 (Wednesday) |
| Uploading of documents & online verification | 13-08-2026 (Thursday) to 20-08-2026 (Thursday) Up to 12:00 Noon |
| Publication of list of eligible candidates | 20-08-2026 (Thursday) After 04:00 PM |
| Choice filling and locking (Round 1) | 13-08-2026 (Thursday) to 20-08-2026 (Thursday) |
| First Round seat allotment | 21-08-2026 (Friday) |
| Online/Physical reporting to Directorate (Round 1) | 24-08-2026 (Monday) to 26-08-2026 (Wednesday) |
| Second Round seat allotment | 28-08-2026 (Friday) |
| Online/Physical reporting to Directorate (Round 2) | 31-08-2026 (Monday) to 02-09-2026 (Wednesday) |
| Withdrawal of seats (Online) | 03-09-2026 (Thursday) to 04-09-2026 (Friday) |
| Spot Round registration (Tentative) | 05-09-2026 (Saturday) to 07-09-2026 (Monday) |
| Spot Round counselling | 09-09-2026 (Wednesday) |
Note: Choice filling for the Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 is allowed only once during the scheduled period, and this single set of locked choices is used for both Round 1 and Round 2 allotment.
Eligibility Criteria for Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026
Arunachal Pradesh NEET Counselling eligibility is based on a combination of domicile/residency status, academic qualification, age and NEET 2026 category-wise cutoff marks. Candidates should go through this section carefully before registering, since eligibility is verified online during document verification.
| Eligibility Requirement | Details |
| NEET UG Qualification | Candidate must have appeared for and qualified NEET UG 2026 conducted by NTA |
| Domicile/Residency Requirement | Children of Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST); children of Non-APST State Government employees; children of AIS, Central Government and Central PSU employees serving in Arunachal Pradesh; and all others who have resided in Arunachal Pradesh for the last 3 years or more and passed Class XII from a school within Arunachal Pradesh |
| Category-wise Cutoff | For admission to MBBS, BHMS, BAMS, BUMS and BDS, the candidate must have obtained marks above the cutoff marks of the respective category as declared with the NEET 2026 result |
| Academic Qualification | Passed Class XII or equivalent from a Government recognized Board with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English |
| Age Requirement | Minimum 17 years as on 31st December 2026; age limits are further governed by the norms of the National Medical Commission (NMC) and other respective affiliating bodies |
| Category Eligibility | Candidates are classified as APST or Non-APST for the purpose of seat allotment |
| Other Conditions | PwD candidates must submit a certificate from a duly constituted Medical Board and undergo a further medical examination before the 1st round of seat allotment, as per Medical Counseling Committee, Govt. of India norms |
Arunachal Pradesh NEET Counselling 2026 Registration Process
Registration for the Arunachal Pradesh NEET Counselling 2026 is entirely online, done through the APJEE portal. Here is the step-by-step process as described in the official brochure:
- Visit the official counselling website: apjee.co.in.
- Click on “Register” and fill the form with NEET 2026 name, email, mobile number, date of birth and password, then submit.
- Verify your registration using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number or email address.
- Log in using your registered email address, mobile number or application number and password, and complete OTP verification again to access the Student Dashboard.
- Click “Apply Now,” read the instructions carefully, tick the checkbox, and proceed to the application page.
- Enter your NEET 2026 details for verification and confirm that the displayed data matches your NEET 2026 record.
- Complete your profile by entering present and permanent address, then move to the document upload page.
- Upload all required documents and click “Save and Proceed to Apply Page.”
- Fill in qualification details (Class X and Class XII records) and upload any additional/pending documents.
- Read the declaration, tick the checkbox, and click “Preview” to review your complete application.
- Click “Submit Application,” then “Confirm and Final Submit.”
- Go to the Application Section and complete the payment of the applicable registration fee.
- Download and retain the Acknowledgement Receipt and Payment Receipt for future reference.
After submission, candidates must keep checking their dashboard regularly for the verification status of their application, since any discrepancy in the submitted data will be shown there and needs to be corrected within the notified schedule.
Application Fee for Arunachal Pradesh NEET Counselling 2026
Arunachal Pradesh NEET Counselling application fee has two separate components: a one-time, non-refundable registration fee paid at the time of registration, and a refundable security deposit/seat acceptance fee paid only after a seat is allotted. These two should not be confused with each other.
| Candidate Category | Application/Registration Fee | Security Deposit / Seat Acceptance Fee |
| APST candidates | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 5,000/- for MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BAMS, BUMS, BVSc; Rs. 3,000/- for B.Sc (Nursing/MLT/RIT/OOT/Agri/Horti/Fisheries/Sericulture/Forestry/Nutrition & Dietetics/Community Science), BASLP and others |
| Non-APST candidates | Rs. 700/- |
Documents Required for Arunachal Pradesh NEET Counselling 2026
Candidates should keep the following documents ready in original, along with 3 sets of self-attested photocopies, for submission whenever asked for during registration and admission:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Class X pass certificate (for verification of age)
- Class XII marksheet/pass certificate
- NEET 2026 Score Card
- PWD certificate (if applicable)
- Security Deposit/Seat Acceptance Fee receipt
- School Leaving/Transfer Certificate
- Migration Certificate
- Medical Fitness Certificate
- Category Certificate:
- APST Certificate, for APST candidates
- For Non-APST candidates: either a Parent’s Employment Certificate from the respective Government employer, OR a Domicile/Temporary Residential Certificate (for a period of at least 3 years) issued by a First Class Magistrate during 2026, for candidates whose parents are not Government employees. Such candidates must also have passed Class XII from an institution within Arunachal Pradesh.
Choice Filling and Choice Locking Process
Choice filling is one of the most important steps in the Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026, since seat allotment is based entirely on NEET 2026 rank and the order of choices submitted by the candidate.
- Choice filling begins only after a candidate is declared eligible following document verification.
- Only eligible, verified candidates can fill, change, reorder and delete their choices of courses/institutes.
- Choice filling is allowed only once during the scheduled period (13-08-2026 to 20-08-2026) and this same set of choices is used for seat allotment in both Round 1 and Round 2.
- Candidates can fill as many choices as they wish.
- Once a candidate locks the choices, they cannot be unlocked or changed again.
- If a candidate does not explicitly lock the choices by the deadline, the last saved set of choices gets automatically locked. Candidates are strongly advised to lock or at least save their choices well in time, and to take a printout of the locked choices for future reference.
- A registered candidate who has not filled and saved any choice even once will not be considered for seat allotment at all.
- If any information submitted is found to be fraudulent, incorrect or untrue, the allotted seat (if any) is liable to be cancelled, and the candidate becomes ineligible for admission and liable for legal action.
Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 Reservation Policy
Seats allotted by the Government of India and in the Government Nursing Colleges of the State are distributed as per the state’s reservation policy, based on two broad categories of candidates.
| Category | Eligibility Criteria | % of Seats |
| Category-I (Open) | APST candidates; children of Non-APST State Government employees; children of AIS/Central Government/Central PSU employees serving in Arunachal Pradesh; and all other candidates who passed Class X/XII from a school in Arunachal Pradesh and whose parents have resided in Arunachal Pradesh for the last 3 years or more (both conditions must be met) | 20% |
| Category-II (APST) | Only APST candidates, on the basis of merit | 80% |
Seat distribution by allotting agency and category is shown below.
| Course | Allotting Agency | Category-I (Open) | Category-II (APST) |
| MBBS | Govt. of India | 20% | 80% |
| MBBS | Regional Bodies (including TRIHMS) | Not Applicable | 100% |
| B.Sc (Nursing) | Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh | 20% | 80% |
| All other PCB group seats | Regional Bodies | Not Applicable | 100% |
TAll State quota MBBS seats in TRIHMS, and all seats allotted by Regional Bodies/institutions within the North East Region, are exclusively reserved for APST candidates. Also, any GoI seats received are distributed between Category-I (Open) and Category-II (APST) as per the state’s reservation policy.
Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 Merit List
Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 does not use a separately published “merit list” document in the traditional sense described in most state counselling processes. Instead, after document verification, APSCTE publishes a list of eligible candidates, and the actual seat allotment is done directly on the basis of the candidate’s NEET 2026 All India Rank and the choices filled.
| Round | Merit List | Release Date |
| Round 1 | List of Eligible Candidates | 20-08-2026 (After 4:00 PM) |
| Round 2 | Not specified in the available notification/prospectus | To be notified by the counselling authority |
| Spot Round | Updated Merit List (if needed) | To be notified by the counselling authority |
Seat Allotment Process for Arunachal Pradesh
Seat allotment under Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 works on a Float/Freeze mechanism across two regular rounds, followed by a possible spot round. Here is the complete process as described below:
- Publication of the tentative seat matrix on the official website.
- Choice filling by eligible, verified candidates.
- Locking of choices (manual or automatic, at the end of the window).
- Processing of allotment based on NEET 2026 All India Rank, category and choices filled.
- Publication of the Round 1 result on apdhte.nic.in; candidates can also view their allotment after logging into their account.
- Candidates pay the Security Deposit/Seat Acceptance Fee online and submit their willingness: either the Floating Option (accept the current seat but remain open to upgradation in Round 2) or the Freezing Option (accept the seat finally, without waiting for Round 2).
- Download/print the Provisional Allotment Letter.
- Candidates who opted for Freezing report, along with original documents and the allotment letter, to the Directorate of Medical Education, Research and Training (for MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BUMS, BHMS and related medical courses) or to the Directorate of Higher and Technical Education (for non-medical courses like B.V.Sc & AH, B.Sc Agri/Horti/Forestry/Fishery/Community Science/Nutrition & Dietetics/Seri), for issue of the Nomination Letter.
- In Round 2, only vacant seats after Round 1 reporting are available, and only candidates who chose Floating (and paid the fee) or who received no seat in Round 1 are considered. In Round 2, only the Freeze option is available under Submit Willingness.
- If a candidate fails to choose Float/Freeze, fails to pay the Security Deposit, or fails to report within the stipulated date, the seat allotment stands automatically cancelled, and such candidates may participate in the Spot Round, if held. Candidates who have taken admission cannot withdraw their seat.
| Round | Date | Allotment Result |
| Round 1 | 21-08-2026 (Friday) | First Round Seat Allotment |
| Round 2 | 28-08-2026 (Friday) | Second Round Seat Allotment |
| Spot Round | 09-09-2026 (Wednesday, Tentative) | Spot Round Allotment |
MBBS and BDS Seat Matrix in Arunachal Pradesh
Checking the seat matrix before choice filling is essential, since it tells candidates exactly which institutes, courses and category-wise seats are available for the current counselling year.
The college-wise MBBS and BDS seats as per the Tentative Seat Matrix are given below. All these seats are allotted under the “Regional” category, and unless otherwise mentioned, are reserved for APST candidates.
| Course | College/Institute | Total Seats | Cat-I (Open) | Cat-II (APST) | Cat-II (APST-PWD) |
| MBBS | Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Science (TRIHMS), Naharlagun, Arunachal Pradesh | 85 | — | 81 | 4 |
| MBBS | RIMS, Imphal | 9 | — | 9 | — |
| MBBS | Agartala Govt. Medical College | 2 | — | 2 | — |
| BDS | RIMS, Imphal | 4 | — | 4 | — |
| BDS | RDC, Guwahati | 3 | — | 3 | — |
Arunachal Pradesh NEET Counselling 2026 Process
For a first-time candidate, here is the entire Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling journey from start to finish, in simple steps:
- Qualify NEET UG 2026 conducted by NTA.
- Register online for the Degree (PCB Group) 2026 Counselling on apjee.co.in.
- Complete the application form with personal, academic and category details.
- Pay the applicable one-time registration fee (Rs. 500 for APST, Rs. 700 for Non-APST).
- Upload the required documents for online verification.
- Wait for the publication of the list of eligible candidates.
- Check the tentative seat matrix published by APSCTE before choice filling.
- Fill and arrange your choices of courses/institutes in order of preference, then lock them (choices are filled only once, for both Round 1 and Round 2).
- Wait for the Round 1 seat allotment result.
- If allotted a seat, pay the Security Deposit/Seat Acceptance Fee and submit your willingness (Float or Freeze).
- Report to the respective Directorate (Medical Education, Research and Training for medical courses; Higher and Technical Education for non-medical courses) with original documents to collect the Nomination Letter.
- Report to the allotted institute for admission as per its admission schedule.
- If you opted for Float, wait for Round 2 for possible upgradation; if satisfied, opt to Freeze and complete admission; if unallotted or vacant seats remain, consider participating in the Spot Round.
Participating Medical & Dental Colleges in Arunachal Pradesh
The list below is based strictly on the institutes named in the Tentative Seat Matrix. Since seat availability can change, candidates should always cross-check the participating college list before finalising their choices.
Medical Colleges in Arunachal Pradesh
The participating MBBS institutes are as follows.
| College Type | Click Here |
| Government/Regional Medical Colleges | Click Here |
| Private Medical Colleges | Click Here |
Dental Colleges in Arunachal Pradesh
The BDS seats available to Arunachal Pradesh candidates are also offered through regional institutes rather than a dental college located within the state itself.
| College Type | Click Here |
| Government/Regional Dental Colleges | Click Here |
| Private Dental Colleges | Click Here |
Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 Cut Off
Cut-off ranks and marks from previous counselling years can give candidates a general sense of admission trends, but they should never be treated as a guarantee of this year’s cutoff. NEET UG cutoffs change every year depending on the number of candidates, the difficulty level of the exam and the number of seats available.
| Round | Download |
| Round 1 | Download PDF |
| Round 2 | Download PDF |
| Spot Round | Download PDF |
Official Website for Arunachal Pradesh NEET Counselling 2026
For registration, choice filling, seat matrix, seat allotment results and all other official updates related to Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026, candidates should rely only on the official websites: apdhte.nic.in (for general information and results) and apjee.co.in (for online form submission and application).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When will Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration start and end?
A. As per the current schedule, online provisional registration for Round 1 started on 13-08-2026 (Thursday) and closes on 19-08-2026 (Wednesday).
Q. Who is eligible for Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026?
A. Candidates who are children of APST, children of Non-APST State Government employees, children of AIS/Central Government/Central PSU employees serving in Arunachal Pradesh, or others who have resided in Arunachal Pradesh for the last 3 years or more and passed Class XII from a school within Arunachal Pradesh, and who have appeared for NEET UG 2026, are eligible to apply.
Q. What is the Arunachal Pradesh NEET Counselling application fee for 2026?
A. The one-time, non-refundable registration fee is Rs. 500/- for APST candidates and Rs. 700/- for Non-APST candidates. A separate refundable Security Deposit/Seat Acceptance Fee (Rs. 5,000/- for MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BAMS, BUMS, BVSc, and Rs. 3,000/- for other listed PCB group courses) is payable only after a seat is allotted.
Q. What documents are required for Arunachal Pradesh NEET Counselling 2026?
A. Candidates need a recent photograph, Class X and Class XII certificates, NEET 2026 Score Card, PWD certificate (if applicable), Security Deposit receipt, School Leaving/Transfer Certificate, Migration Certificate, Medical Fitness Certificate and a Category Certificate (APST Certificate, or Parent’s Employment Certificate/Domicile Certificate for Non-APST candidates), all in original with 3 sets of self-attested photocopies.
Q. How does choice filling work in Arunachal Pradesh NEET Counselling 2026?
A. Choice filling is allowed only once during the scheduled period (13-08-2026 to 20-08-2026) and the same locked choices are used for seat allotment in both Round 1 and Round 2. Once locked, choices cannot be changed, and unsaved choices at the deadline get automatically locked based on the last saved data.
Q. How is seat allotment done in Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026?
A. Seats are allotted in order of the candidate’s NEET 2026 rank, category and the choices filled. After Round 1 allotment, candidates must pay the Security Deposit and choose either the Floating Option (to remain eligible for upgradation in Round 2) or the Freezing Option (to accept the seat finally without waiting for Round 2).
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Rajesh Mishra is an admission counsellor and the founder of GLN Admission Advice Pvt. Ltd. with more than 16 years of experience in student counselling and admission guidance. He has worked with thousands of students and parents seeking clarity in complex admission processes across India.
His guidance approach is practical, transparent, and strategy focused. Rajesh Mishra helps families understand counselling systems, admission rules, and college selection in simple language so they can make informed decisions.
Through GLN Admission Advice, he provides guidance for Medical, AYUSH, Engineering, MBA, PGDM, and Law admissions, and regularly shares content to help students understand counselling procedures, cutoff trends, and common mistakes during admission counselling.