Pondicherry NEET PG Seat Allotment 2026 is the stage where MD, MS, and Post MBBS Diploma seats in Puducherry’s government and private medical colleges are assigned to candidates. Seats are allotted on NEET PG score, category, domicile, the choices you fill, and seat availability, across Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 (where notified), and a Stray Vacancy round. The process is run online by the Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), Government of Puducherry.
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NEET PG Brief Description
Before discussing the details of the Pondicherry NEET PG Seat Allotment, here is a brief description of NEET PG:
| Particulars | Description |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | NEET PG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – Postgraduate) |
| Conducting Body | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) |
| NEET PG 2026 Exam Date | August 30, 2026 (retest for affected Jaipur-centre candidates: September 5, 2026) |
| NEET PG 2026 Result | Declared on September 24, 2026 |
| Counselling Authority (Pondicherry) | Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), Government of Puducherry |
| Official Website | centacpuducherry.in |
| Seats in Pondicherry | Approx. 73 government and 790 private seats |
| Courses | MD, MS, PG Diploma |
Pondicherry NEET PG Seat Allotment Result Dates 2026
CENTAC has not announced the official 2026 PG schedule yet. In earlier cycles, registration opened a few weeks after the NEET PG result, and Round 1 allotment followed within a few weeks. Unofficial projections put Round 1 allotment between late November and mid-December 2026, but treat those as estimates until CENTAC notifies the dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET PG 2026 result | September 24, 2026 (declared) |
| MCC Round 1 registration | October 12 to October 21, 2026 |
| MCC Round 1 result | October 24, 2026 (expected) |
| CENTAC registration and security deposit | To be announced |
| Provisional seat matrix and merit list | To be announced |
| Choice filling and locking | To be announced |
| Round 1 seat allotment result | To be announced |
| Round 2 seat allotment result | To be announced |
| Round 3 seat allotment result | To be announced |
| Stray Vacancy round result | To be announced |
Pondicherry NEET PG Counselling Rounds and Seat Quota
Admissions are made online through CENTAC, not at the college:
Join NEET PG News 2026 - Rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 (where notified) and a Stray Vacancy round. This guide uses “Stray Vacancy round” for the final stage, so one name is used throughout.
- State quota: 50% of government seats are filled through CENTAC, with preference to Puducherry-eligible candidates. The other 50% go to All India Quota counselling by MCC.
- Private and management seats: CENTAC also fills seats in private colleges under the management, NRI and minority quotas, as set out in its brochure.
- In-service candidates: In-service benefits, if any, apply as per the CENTAC notification.
- Fee payment: Confirm the official payment mode and amounts in the brochure before paying.
How to Download the Pondicherry NEET PG Allotment List 2026
- Open the official CENTAC Puducherry portal (centacpuducherry.in) and go to the PG medical section.
- Log in with your registration number and password.
- Open the Seat Allotment section and select the round.
- Check your details, then download the provisional or final allotment list and your allotment letter.
Round-wise Allotment List
Lists will be added round by round as they are released:
| S.No. | Round | Download |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Round 1 Seat Allotment List | Update soon |
| 2 | Round 2 Seat Allotment List | Update soon |
| 3 | Round 3 Seat Allotment List | Update soon |
| 4 | Stray Vacancy Round Allotment List | Update soon |
Steps After Pondicherry NEET PG Seat Allotment
Allotment is provisional until you complete these steps within the deadline printed on your allotment letter.
Confirm the allotment
Check the college, course and quota, then download and print the allotment letter.
Report to the allotted college
Visit the college within the stated time for document verification. Carry originals and photocopies.
Pay the admission fee
Pay the fee to confirm the seat. The amount depends on the institution and quota, so use the fee notified for your college. Any security deposit already paid is handled as per CENTAC’s rules.
Join and attend orientation
Confirm the class start date and join on the day notified.
Seat surrender, upgrade and exit
Before you report, read the round-wise rules on upgrading to a better choice, surrendering a seat and exiting counselling. Some choices can cost you the security deposit or bar you from later rounds.
If something goes wrong
Contact the CENTAC helpdesk or the college administration if there is a mismatch in your allotment or documents.
Documents Required for Pondicherry NEET PG Seat Allotment
- NEET PG 2026 admit card and scorecard
- CENTAC registration form and fee or security deposit receipt
- Seat allotment letter
- MBBS degree or provisional certificate and all mark sheets
- Internship completion certificate
- Medical council registration certificate
- Puducherry domicile or nativity certificate (for state quota seats)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Valid photo ID proof
- Passport-size photographs
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who conducts the Pondicherry NEET PG seat allotment?
The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), Government of Puducherry, conducts it for state quota and private seats, while MCC handles the 50% All India Quota seats.
Has the NEET PG 2026 result been declared?
Yes. NBEMS declared it on September 24, 2026.
When will Pondicherry NEET PG 2026 registration start?
The official dates have not been notified yet. It usually follows the MCC Round 1 result, which is expected on October 24, 2026.
How many rounds are there?
Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 (when notified) and a Stray Vacancy round.
Which colleges take part in Pondicherry NEET PG counselling?
Colleges such as IGMC&RI, PIMS, SMVMCH, and SVMCH&RC usually take part, and the final list comes with the seat matrix.
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