Introduction
The Directorate of Health and Family Welfare Services, Government of Puducherry, has published the NEET UG State Merit List for the academic year 2026-27 on its official portal, health.py.gov.in, on 31 July 2026. Students who have appeared for NEET UG can check their ranking and raise objections against the merit list until 5 August 2026.
Meanwhile, the Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), Puducherry, has opened the online application process for admission to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, and BVSc & AH courses. The application window will close on 6 August 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List 2026-27 - Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Merit List Name | UT of Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List 2026-27 |
| Issuing Authority | Directorate of Health and Family Welfare Services, Government of Puducherry |
| Admission Notification Issued By | Directorate of Higher and Technical Education / CENTAC |
| Courses Covered | MBBS, BDS, BAMS (Ayurveda), BVSc & AH (National Self-Supporting and NRI seats only) |
| Merit List Portal | health.py.gov.in |
| Application Portal | centacpuducherry.in |
| Application Fee | Rs 500 to Rs 5,000 (varies by category and quota) |
Puducherry NEET UG Merit List 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| UG NEET admission notification issued | 30 July 2026 |
| UT of Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List published | 31 July 2026 |
| Last date to raise objections against merit list | 5 August 2026 |
| Last date for online application (CENTAC) | 6 August 2026, 5:00 PM |
| MSP certificate submission/upload deadline | 6 August 2026, 5:00 PM |
How to Raise an Objection Against the Merit List
CENTAC has confirmed that candidates can submit objections to the merit list until 5 August 2026. However, there is no separate online objection portal mentioned officially. Candidates should regularly check health.py.gov.in for any updates or instructions on how to submit objections, which may include sending an email to the designated authority.
CENTAC UG NEET Admission Notification 2026-27
The Directorate of Higher and Technical Education issued the admission notification on 30 July 2026 for MBBS, BDS, BAMS, and BVSc & AH courses. Applications must be submitted online only through the CENTAC UG NEET portal at centacpuducherry.in/UgNeet_2026/. The application deadline is 6 August 2026, 5:00 PM. As of 4 August 2026, over 3,400 applications had been completed.
Puducherry UG Medical Counselling 2026: Application Fee
| Quota | Fee |
|---|---|
| Government Quota – SC/ST/PwD (Puducherry residents) | Rs 500 |
| Government Quota – all other candidates | Rs 1,000 |
| Management / Self-Supporting Quota | Rs 2,000 |
| NRI / NRI-Sponsored / OCI / OCI-Sponsored / Foreign National | Rs 5,000 |
Payment must be made online only. Each candidate can submit only one application; submitting multiple applications will lead to cancellation of all.
Documents and Certificate Dating Rules
Candidates applying under Puducherry residency must upload certificates issued on or after 1 January 2026. For Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and income certificates, the issue date must be on or after 1 April 2026. Additional documents may be required depending on the category or quota.
Guidelines for MSP and PwBD Candidates
On 31 July 2026, CENTAC released specific guidelines for candidates applying under the Meritorious Sports Persons (MSP) quota and for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) under the Government Quota. Candidates should refer to these guidelines to understand eligibility and documentation requirements.
Cross-State AYUSH Option for Puducherry Candidates
CENTAC is also accepting applications from Puducherry candidates for AYUSH courses like BSMS, BUMS, and BHMS in government Indian Medicine and Homoeopathy colleges in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. The original notification was dated 21 July 2026, with an extension announced on 31 July 2026. Candidates should check the official portal for the updated deadline before applying.
Puducherry NEET UG 2026: Topper Details
Krishanth Abhinav M secured the top rank in Puducherry for the Re-NEET UG 2026, achieving an All India Rank (AIR) of 553 with a percentile of 99.9721. This information is confirmed by multiple exam tracking sources.
Note: Moneycontrol reported the topper’s score as 670 marks, but this figure has not been independently verified. Candidates are advised to rely on the AIR and percentile until official scorecards are released.
Important Links
- CENTAC Puducherry Official Website: https://centacpuducherry.in/
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: When was the Puducherry NEET UG State Merit List 2026-27 released?
A: It was published on 31 July 2026 on the Health Department portal, health.py.gov.in. - Q: Where can I download the Puducherry NEET UG merit list PDF?
A: The merit list PDF is available on health.py.gov.in; the direct link is also provided in the Important Links section. - Q: What is the last date to raise objections against the merit list?
A: Objections must be submitted by 5 August 2026, either through the official process or by emailing the concerned authorities. - Q: What is the last date to apply for CENTAC UG NEET counselling 2026?
A: The online application closes on 6 August 2026 at 5:00 PM. - Q: Which courses are included in this merit list and counselling?
A: MBBS, BDS, BAMS (Ayurveda), and BVSc & AH (National Self-Supporting and NRI seats only).
