The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate (NEET PG) is a national level exam conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE) for admission to various postgraduate medical courses. Odisha NEET PG counselling is conducted by the Directorate of Medical Education and Training (DMET), Odisha, for admission to medical colleges in the state.
Qualified candidates of NEET PG 2025 can fill out the application form for admission. This article consists of all information about the Odisha NEET PG Counselling process, eligibility criteria, documents required, etc.
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Quick Facts
A quick overview of Odisha NEET PG Counselling is given below.
| Features | Specifications |
| Name of Examination | National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (PG) or NEET PG |
| Conducted by | National Board of Examinations (NBE) |
| Odisha NEET PG Counselling Authority | Directorate of Medical Education & Training, Odisha |
| Exam Date | 3rd August, 2025 |
| NEET PG result | 19th August, 2025 |
| MCC AIQ NEET PG Counselling starting date | 2nd week of September |
| Odisha NEET PG Counselling starting date | 2nd week of September |
| Level of NEET Examination | National-level |
| Category | Postgraduate |
Odisha NEET PG 2025 Counselling Dates
In this section, the candidate will get all the important dates regarding Odisha NEET PG Counselling:
Join NEET PG News 2025 | Events | Dates |
| Registration | To Be Announced |
| Last date to register | To Be Announced |
| Display of Provisional Merit List Round-1 | To Be Announced |
| Display of Final Merit List Round-1 | To Be Announced |
| Filling of choices for Round 1 | To Be Announced |
| Provisional Seat Allotment for Round 1 | To Be Announced |
| Final Seat Allotment for Round 1 | To Be Announced |
| Round-2 Counselling Registration | |
| Display of Provisional Merit List Round-2 | To Be Announced |
| Display of Final Merit List Round-2 | To Be Announced |
| Filling of choices for Round 2 | To Be Announced |
| Provisional Seat Allotment for Round 2 | To Be Announced |
| Final Seat Allotment for Round 2 | To Be Announced |
| Date of Reporting at the allotted institute | To Be Announced |
| Round-3 Counselling Registration | |
| Display of Provisional Merit List Round-3 | To Be Announced |
| Final Merit List Round-3 | To Be Announced |
| Provisional seat allocation | To Be Announced |
| Last date of joining the Institute | To Be Announced |
Eligibility Criteria
To get admission to PG medical courses, candidates are required to meet the following eligibility criteria for NEET PG Counselling 2025:
- Age Limit: There is no age limit for admission to PG (MD/MS) courses.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold an MBBS degree or a recognized certificate from the National Medical Commission (NMC).
- Internship: Candidates must complete their one-year internship or have the original certificate on or before August.
- Registration Certificate: Candidates must have a permanent or provisional MBBS registration certificate issued by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
- Nationality: Candidates must be citizens of India.
Odisha NEET PG Counselling 2025
the candidates can visit the official portal of Directorate of Medical Education and Training, Odisha to register themselves for Odisha NEET PG counselling. The step-by-step procedure of counselling is given below.
| Steps | Description |
| Step1: Registration | Candidates must first register themselves on the official counselling website of Odisha by using their NEET PG Roll no and other required details. |
| Step 2: Payment of Counselling Fee | Candidates are required to pay the prescribed counselling fee online, which is non-refundable. |
| Step 3: Choice filling and Locking | Once the payment of the registration fee is completed, the candidate can select the preferred college and courses from the available options based on their eligibility. |
| Step 4: Document Verification | Candidates need to upload and verify required documents online including their NEET PG scorecards, certificates, ID proof etc. |
| Step 5: Seat Allotment | Seats are allotted to the candidates by the counselling authority based on their rank, choices filled and seat availability. |
| Step 6: Reporting to Allotted College | The candidate downloads the allotment letter and reports to the allotted college within a specified timeframe with original documents for verification. |
| Step 7: Upgradation and further Rounds | Candidate can opt for a further round if not satisfied with the allotted seat and college. |
Documents required
The documents mentioned below are mandatory for candidates applying for the Odisha NEET PG Counselling. The candidates are requested to collect all the documents before applying for the counselling process.
- MBBS Certificate
- Mark sheet and degree of MBBS examinations
- Medical Registration Certificate
- Internship Completion Certificate
- Photo identity proof in the form of a Certificate with an attested photo from the Head of the Institution last studied/Copy of Passport/Aadhar Card/PAN Card/Driving License (Self-attested photocopy after verifying with the original documents)
- Copy of Birth Certificate for proof of age (if the date of birth is not given in the HSC mark sheet/ certificate)
- NEET Score Card
- Copy of Online Counselling Registration Certificate
- Sponsorship Certificate from State Govt. If applicable
- Passport size Photographs 8 copies
NEET PG Counselling Factors
Directorate of Medical Education & Training, Odisha conducts the counselling based on the factors given below.
| NEET PG Counselling Guide 2025 | |
|---|---|
| MCC NEET PG Counselling Guide eBook 2025 | 📥 Download |
| DNB Counselling Book 2025 | 📥 Download |
| S.No. | Factors |
| 1. | 50% All India Quota(AIQ) seats |
| 2. | 50% of State Quota seats |
| 3. | Central Universities (DU, AMU, BHU) |
| 4. | Deemed Universities |
| 5. | ESIC colleges |
| 6. | Armed Forces Medical Services |
NEET PG 2025 Cutoff (Out)
| Category | Minimum Qualifying/Eligibility Criteria | Cut-Off Scores (Out of 800) |
| General/EWS | 50th percentile | 276 |
| General PwBD | 45th percentile | 255 |
| SC/ST/OBC (Including PwBD of SC/ST/OBC) | 40th percentile | 235 |
Participating Colleges: Odisha NEET PG Counselling
The list of top colleges in Odisha that accept the NEET PG Scorecard is given below.
| Colleges | District | Intake |
| AIIMS Bhubaneswar | Khurdha | 88 |
| Instt. Of Medical Sciences & SUM Hospital, Bhubaneswar | Bhubaneswar | 170 |
| Hi-Tech Medical College Bhubaneswar | Khurdha | 87 |
| SCB Medical College | Cuttack | 232 |
| Veer Surendra Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Burla | Sambalpur | 130 |
| Hi-Tech Medical College Rourkela | Sundergarh | 10 |
| Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar | Bhubaneswar | 177 |
| Maharaja KC Gajapati Medical College | Ganjam | 158 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will Odisha NEET PG Counselling 2025 start?
The counselling is expected to start in July 2025 after NEET PG results are declared. The official schedule will be released on the DMET Odisha website.
Who is eligible for Odisha NEET PG Counselling 2025?
Candidates who have qualified NEET PG 2025 and hold an MBBS degree from an NMC-recognized institute are eligible. Odisha domicile is required for state quota seats.
How can I register for Odisha NEET PG Counselling 2025?
You need to register online at dmetodisha.gov.in, fill in the application form, upload documents, and pay the counselling fee within the given dates.
What is the counselling fee for Odisha NEET PG 2025?
The registration fee is ₹2,500 for General/OBC and ₹2,000 for SC/ST candidates. A refundable security deposit is also required as per the seat category.
What was the cutoff for Odisha NEET PG counselling last year?
The cutoff varies by category and specialty. In 2024, the general category cutoff was around 50th percentile, while SC/ST/OBC categories had a lower percentile.
