Nagaland Neet UG Counselling 2026

Nagaland conducts state-level counselling for 85% of the seats in its medical colleges (State Quota) and seats reserved for Nagaland students in other North Eastern states. The remaining 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats are managed centrally by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)

Eligibility Criteria

Domicile Candidates (Nagaland State Quota)

• Indigenous Status: Candidates must be an Indigenous Inhabitant of Nagaland or a Permanent Resident.
• Education: Must have passed Class 12 (or equivalent) from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB), and English.

• Minimum Marks:

  • General: At least 50% aggregate in PCB.

  • SC/ST: At least 40% aggregate in PCB.

• NEET Qualification: Must have qualified for the NEET UG 2026 exam by meeting the cutoff percentile.
• Age: Must be at least 17 years old by December 31, 2026.

Other State Candidates

• Eligibility: Generally, candidates from other states are not eligible for the 85% Nagaland State Quota seats.

• Route: They can only apply for seats in Nagaland through the 15% All India Quota via the MCC website.

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3. Reservation Policy

Nagaland follows the state government's reservation norms for its various tribes and categories:

• Scheduled Tribes (ST): Major portion of seats are reserved for the Indigenous Tribes of Nagaland.

• Backward Tribes (BT): Specific percentages are often set aside for recognized backward tribes (e.g., Konyak, Chakhesang, Phom, Sangtam, etc.).

• PwD: 5% horizontal reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities.

Document Required

You will need both original documents and self-attested copies during the verification process:

• NEET UG 2026 Admit Card & Scorecard.
• Indigenous Inhabitant/Domicile Certificate (Issued by the Deputy Commissioner).
• Class 10 Admit Card/Certificate (For Date of Birth proof).
• Class 12 Marksheet and Pass Certificate.
• Scheduled Tribe/Category Certificate (if applicable).
• Passport-size photographs (Same as the one used in the NEET application).

• Character Certificate from the head of the institution last attended.

How to apply

The process is typically conducted online through the DTE Nagaland portal.

1. Notification: Keep a close watch on the official DTE Nagaland website or local dailies after the NEET results are declared.

2. Registration: Visit the official portal and fill out the application form with your NEET roll number, score, and personal details.
3. Uploading Documents: Upload scanned copies of the required documents (Indigenous certificate, marksheets, etc.).
4. Merit List: The department will release a State Merit List based on the NEET scores of registered candidates.
5. Choice Filling: Candidates on the merit list will be asked to select their preferred courses (MBBS, BDS, B.Sc Nursing, etc.) and colleges.
6. Seat Allotment: Based on your rank and choices, a seat allotment letter will be issued.
7. Reporting: Visit the designated office or college to verify original documents and pay the admission fees to secure your seat.

Official Website for Reference: dtenagaland.org.in