Odisha NEET Merit List 2026 has been released by the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Cell. The provisional state merit list for MBBS/BDS admission under the 85% state quota was published on 13 August 2026, and candidates who have concerns about their rank, category, or eligibility can raise a grievance before the final list is published on 14 August 2026. This article explains the release date, how to download the merit list, the grievance/objection process, choice-filling schedule, eligibility, fees, and answers to common questions candidates are searching for.
Direct Link to Download Odisha NEET Merit List PDF 2026
Quick Overview - Odisha NEET Merit List 2026
| Particular | Detail |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Cell, under the Directorate of Medical Education & Training (DMET), Government of Odisha |
| Courses Covered | MBBS and BDS admission under 85% Odisha state quota, session 2026-27 |
| Provisional Merit List Release | 13 August 2026, 4:00 PM |
| Grievance/Objection Deadline | 14 August 2026, up to 3:00 PM |
| Final State Merit List Release | 14 August 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Choice Filling Window | 14 August 2026 (8:30 PM) to 17 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Official Websites | ojee.nic.in and odishajee.com |
| Grievance Email ID | [email protected] |
Important Dates - Odisha NEET UG Counselling 2026
| Activity | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Registration, online application and document upload | 6 August 2026 (5:00 PM) to 10 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| PWD/PC candidates to attend Medical Assessment Board (SCB Medical College, Cuttack) | 10 and 11 August 2026 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ES) candidates to attend ES Board (Rajya Sainik Board, Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar) | 10 and 11 August 2026 |
| Reconciliation and verification of data | 11 and 12 August 2026 |
| Publication of provisional state merit list | 13 August 2026 |
| Window to raise query/objection on the merit list | 14 August 2026, up to 3:00 PM (per official grievance notice OJEE/411) |
| Publication of final state merit list | 14 August 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Choice filling by state merit-listed candidates | 14 August 2026 (8:30 PM) to 17 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
How to Submit Grievances on Odisha NEET Merit List 2026 (Till August 14)
If a candidate finds any discrepancy in the provisional merit list - such as an incorrect NEET rank, wrong category, missing name, or a data-entry error - OJEE has provided a formal grievance-redressal window before the final list is locked. As per the official notice, the process is as follows:
- Prepare a written representation clearly describing the discrepancy in the provisional merit list.
- Attach relevant supporting documentary evidence (such as scorecards, category certificates, or admit cards) along with the representation.
- Email the representation to [email protected].
- Ensure the email is sent on or before 14 August 2026, 3:00 PM. Representations received after this date and time will not be considered.
- Continue checking ojee.nic.in and odishajee.com for confirmation and further notices.
Candidates should note that the general counselling schedule notice had earlier indicated a query window ending at 11:30 AM on 14 August 2026, while the dedicated grievance notice issued on 13 August 2026 specifies the deadline as 3:00 PM the same day. Since the dedicated notice was issued specifically for this purpose, candidates are advised to treat 3:00 PM on 14 August 2026 as the operative deadline, while still submitting objections as early as possible.
Reservation Structure for 2026-27 (State Quota)
Multiple sources reporting on the 2026-27 admission cycle indicate that Odisha has revised its state-quota reservation matrix, with an increase in ST and SC reservation and the introduction of a new SEBC category. Candidates should verify the exact percentages against the official OJEE counselling brochure, as this article could not independently confirm the figures from a primary OJEE notice at the time of writing.
| Category | Reported Reservation (State Quota only) |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Reported at 22.5% (previously 12%) |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | Reported at 16.25% (previously 8%) |
| SEBC (new category) | Reported at 11.25% |
How to Download the Odisha NEET Merit List 2026
- Visit the official website ojee.nic.in or odishajee.com.
- Go to the MBBS/BDS Counselling section on the homepage.
- Click on the notice titled "Provisional State Merit List for MBBS/BDS Admission 2026-27" (or the "Final State Merit List" link once published).
- The merit list will open as a PDF document.
- Use Ctrl+F (or Cmd+F on Mac) to search your NEET application number, roll number, or name.
- Check your All India Rank, state rank, category, and eligibility status.
- Download and save the PDF, or take a printout for future reference during choice filling and reporting.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Being listed on the merit list does not guarantee a seat; final allotment depends on document verification, category, rank, and seat availability.
- Grievances on the provisional merit list must reach OJEE by email before the stated deadline; late submissions will not be entertained.
- PWD/PC and Ex-Servicemen candidates must attend their respective assessment boards on the notified dates to claim reservation benefits; missing these dates results in loss of that reservation category.
- Choices, once locked in a round, cannot be altered under any circumstances.
- Candidates should regularly check ojee.nic.in and odishajee.com, as OJEE frequently issues updated or corrigendum notices.