CENTAC Merit List 2026 - Draft UG Non-NEET Merit List Released
The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), under the Directorate of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Puducherry, has released the draft merit list for UG Non-NEET admissions 2026-2027 on 17 June 2026. The list covers a wide range of undergraduate courses across colleges in the Union Territory of Puducherry, including Arts, Law, Agriculture & Horticulture, Biology-based courses, B.Tech, B.Pharm, Nursing, and Diploma programmes. Candidates can check their category-wise rank and submit objections, if any, through the official CENTAC dashboard before the deadline.
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What Is the CENTAC Draft Merit List 2026?
This section explains what the draft merit list is and why it matters to applicants.
The draft merit list is a preliminary ranking of candidates who applied for UG Non-NEET admission through CENTAC for the academic year 2026-2027. It is published before the final merit list so that candidates get an opportunity to verify their rank and details, and raise objections if there are discrepancies. The list has been published separately for each course and is further broken down by category: Overall, Puducherry (local), Other States, and NRI/NRI SP/OCI/FN (foreign nationals and related categories).
CENTAC Merit List 2026 - Key Dates
This section lists the important dates candidates need to know regarding the draft merit list and objection window.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Draft Merit List Published | 17 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Objections | 20 June 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Mode of Objection Submission | Online, through candidate dashboard |
Candidates who find any error in their rank, marks, or category in the draft list must raise an objection within this window, as no requests are typically considered after the deadline closes.
How to Submit Objections to the CENTAC Draft Merit List
This section explains the step-by-step process to raise an objection against the draft merit list.
If a candidate notices any discrepancy in the draft merit list, they can raise it directly through the CENTAC online portal. The process is as follows:
- Visit the official CENTAC UG Degree admission portal.
- Log in to your candidate dashboard using your registered credentials.
- Locate the objection or grievance section on the dashboard.
- Enter the details of the discrepancy you have identified.
- Submit the objection before 20 June 2026, 11:00 AM.
Candidates should keep supporting documents ready in case they are asked to substantiate their objection.
Important Notes on Specific Courses
This section highlights special conditions that apply to certain courses in the merit list.
A few courses have additional conditions candidates should be aware of:
- B.Sc. Nursing (Government Quota): The merit list will be published only after the Puducherry Nursing Entrance Test (PNET) 2026 result is declared.
- B.Sc. Nursing (Self-Supporting Quota): This list depends on the UG-NEET 2026 result and will be released after that result is announced.
- B.Tech. (Other State, based on H.Sc. Marks): This merit list will be operated only after the JEE-based merit list for the same category has been exhausted.
- Ward of Farmer and Village Extension Worker categories: No candidates are listed (NIL) under these categories at present.
- PWD and MSP categories: Lists for Persons with Disabilities and Meritorious Sports Persons are yet to be published.
How to Check Your CENTAC Merit List Rank
This section explains how candidates can view their rank in the draft merit list.
Candidates can check their rank in the draft merit list by following these steps:
- Go to the official CENTAC website (centacpuducherry.in).
- Open the UG Non-NEET 2026-2027 draft merit list page.
- Select the relevant course and category (Overall, Puducherry, Other States, or NRI/OCI/FN).
- Click on "View" against the corresponding course to open the list.
- Use your application/roll number to locate your rank within the document.
Why the Draft Merit List Matters Before Final Counselling
This section explains the purpose of releasing a draft list before the final merit list and counselling process.
Publishing a draft list before finalising admissions ensures transparency and fairness in the selection process. It gives every applicant a chance to verify their marks, category, and rank, and to flag any clerical or technical errors before they affect final seat allotment. Once objections are reviewed, CENTAC will release the final merit list, which will then be used for the counselling and seat allotment process for UG Non-NEET admissions 2026-2027 in Puducherry colleges.
