Chhattisgarh NEET UG Merit List 2026 Out
Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Chhattisgarh / NTA |
| Post/Exam Name | NEET UG 2026 (MBBS & BDS Admissions) |
| Result/Merit List Date | August 18, 2026 |
| Result Stage | Round 1 State Merit List & NRI Eligible List |
| Next Steps | Seat Allotment (Aug 20) & Document Verification/Reporting (Aug 21–27) |
Result / Merit List Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme / Post | MBBS, BDS |
| Result Type | State Rank List / NRI Eligible List |
| Round / Stage | Round 1 Counselling |
| List Availability | PDF Format (Online Download) |
| Qualifying Status | Based on NTA Percentile Cut-off |
| Publication Date | August 18, 2026 |
How to Check Results Online
Candidates can download and check their rank in the state merit list by following these steps:
- Visit the official Chhattisgarh medical counselling website.
- Navigate to the notifications section and select CG-NEET UG (MBBS/BDS) Round 1 Merit List or NRI Eligible List.
- Open or download the merit list PDF file.
- Press
Ctrl+F(orCmd+Fon Mac) and enter your NEET UG Roll Number or Application Number. - Cross-check your Name, Category, NEET Score, Percentile, All India Rank, and State Merit Rank.
- Save and print a copy of your entry for admission and document verification purposes.
Cut-Off Marks, Merit List & Next Steps
The qualifying percentile scores set by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for NEET UG eligibility are listed below:
| Category | Qualifying Percentile |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 50th percentile and above |
| OBC | 40th percentile and above, below 50th |
| SC | 40th percentile and above, below 50th |
| ST | 40th percentile and above, below 50th |
| UR / EWS with PwBD | 45th percentile and above, below 50th |
| OBC / SC / ST with PwBD | 40th percentile and above, below 45th |
Round 1 Seat Matrix
| Course | Round 1 Seats |
|---|---|
| MBBS | 2,875 |
| BDS | 700 |
| Total Seats | 3,575 |
Key Admission Schedule & Next Steps
- Round 1 Seat Allotment Result: August 20, 2026
- Reporting Window at Allotted Institutes: August 21, 2026 to August 27, 2026
- Note: Registration for All India Quota (MCC) counselling does not confer eligibility for Chhattisgarh State Quota (85%) seats; both processes require separate participation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When was the Chhattisgarh NEET UG Round 1 merit list 2026 released?
The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Chhattisgarh released the Round 1 state merit list and NRI eligible list on August 18, 2026.
Q2. Where can candidates access the state rank list PDF?
The merit list PDF is available on the official counselling portal at cgdme.admissions.nic.in under the notifications section.
Q3. What key details are contained in the merit list PDF?
The list includes candidate names, NEET UG roll numbers, application numbers, category status, NEET scores, percentiles, All India Ranks, and Chhattisgarh State Merit Ranks.
Q4. How many seats are up for allotment in Round 1 counselling?
A total of 3,575 seats (2,875 MBBS seats and 700 BDS seats) across participating government and private institutes are available in Round 1.
Q5. What is the deadline for institute reporting after seat allotment?
Candidates allotted seats in Round 1 must complete reporting and document verification between August 21 and August 27, 2026.
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Coming Soon |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Check Result | Click Here |