JIPMER 2026 – Counselling

JIPMER (Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research) admissions for MBBS, postgraduate, and super-speciality programs follow centralized counselling processes based on entrance exam results—primarily NEET UG for MBBS and INI CET for PG/SS. The JIPMER 2026 counselling cycle is strictly online and coordinated by national authorities such as the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) for MBBS, and by AIIMS for PG/SS courses.

Counselling Process for MBBS (via NEET UG 2026)

Release of NEET UG Results and Notification

• NEET UG 2026 results will be declared in June 2026.
• MCC will issue an official notification, and counselling is expected to be held in July 2026 for JIPMER MBBS (249 seats: Puducherry – 187, Karaikal – 62).

Online Registration and Choice Filling

• Eligible candidates must register on the MCC portal – mcc.nic.in.
• Candidates pay a counselling fee (estimated INR 1,000–5,000).
• Preference selection for campuses (Puducherry/Karaikal), and program is completed by choice locking.

Document Verification

• Shortlisted candidates submit documents online or at prescribed verification centers.
• Required documents include: NEET scorecard, Class 10/12 certificates, caste/category certificate (if applicable), domicile, and photo ID.

Seat Allotment

• Based on NEET UG rank, choices, reservation, and seat availability, MCC releases allotment results online.
• Candidates download their provisional allotment letter.

Reporting to Allotted Campus

• Candidates report to the allotted JIPMER campus for final verification.
• Submission of original documents, physical verification, fee payment, and biometric/photo identification are completed.
• Unfilled seats proceed to subsequent rounds.

Counselling Process for PG Courses (via INI CET/SS 2026)

Results Declaration

• INI CET/INI SS results are announced by AIIMS (typically November for January session, May-June for July session).

Online Counselling by AIIMS

• Candidates log into the official AIIMS counselling portal (aiimsexams.ac.in).
• Registration and choice filling for JIPMER PG courses (MD/ MS/ MDS/ DM/ M.Ch.).

Document Upload and Verification

• Upload required documents online including: admit card, rank letter, degree and internship certificates, registration certificate, caste/reservation proof, and photographs.

Seat Allotment and Acceptance

• AIIMS allocates seats according to merit, program, category, and preferences.
• Candidates accept allotted seat, download offer letter, and proceed to reporting.

Final Admission at JIPMER

• Reporting at JIPMER with original documents for verification and fee deposit.
• Medical fitness examination and final admission formalities.

Counselling for Allied Health, MSc Nursing, MPH & Other Programs

• Conducted by JIPMER directly via its official portal – jipmer.edu.in.
• Registration, document upload, merit list publication, and seat allotment usually follow timelines notified in academic announcements.

Key Points for JIPMER 2026 Counselling

• All processes are online and no offline/off-campus options are available except under rare/approved conditions.
• Multiple rounds may be held until seats are filled. Hence, candidates can participate in further rounds if seats are available and eligibility retained.
• Failure to report or complete documentation on time leads to seat forfeiture.

FAQs:

Q1. When and how is the JIPMER MBBS 2026 counselling conducted?

Ans. JIPMER MBBS counselling will occur in July 2026, after NEET UG results are declared. The process is coordinated online by MCC, requiring registration, choice locking, document verification, and campus reporting.

Q2. What documents are essential for JIPMER counselling in 2026?

Ans. Key documents include NEET/INI CET rank card, admit card, mark sheets, degree and internship certificates (for PG), caste certificate (if applicable), photo ID, and passport-sized photographs.

Q3. Is there a fee for participating in JIPMER counselling?

Ans. Yes, candidates pay a registration/counselling fee ranging typically from INR 1,000 to INR 5,000 depending on category and courses, as part of the MCC or AIIMS online process.

Q4. Can a candidate participate in multiple rounds of counselling if not allotted a seat in the first round?

Ans. Yes, eligible candidates may re-enter choice filling in subsequent rounds if seats are left or upgrades are possible, provided they have not withdrawn or forfeited eligibility in prior rounds.

Q5. How is seat allotment decided during JIPMER counselling?

Ans. Seats are allotted based on candidate rank (NEET/INI CET), filled choices, category (reservation), and seat availability. Results are published officially online for each round, and candidates can track status through their registered portal accounts.