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NEET Counselling in Arunachal Pradesh

Complete guide to 1 UG colleges & 8 PG seats — cutoffs, fees, and counselling details

Data last updated: March 2026

UG Counselling Authority

Directorate of Higher & Technical Education, Arunachal Pradesh (DHTE)

Govt Only

Official Website

http://apdhte.nic.in/

Domicile / Eligibility

Must be a Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) holder of Arunachal Pradesh or an Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) member. Non-APST candidates with PRC eligible for limited seats. Children of central government employees posted in Arunachal Pradesh may apply under specific quotas.

1

Total Colleges

100

Total Seats

20000

Lowest Fee/Year

#17823

Best Cutoff Rank

By College Type

government 1

By Counselling

AIQ 1

By Course

MBBS 1

Top UG Colleges in Arunachal Pradesh

Ranked by General category cutoff (lowest rank = most competitive)

Government MBBS

Tomo Riba Institute of Health & Medical Sciences, Naharlagun

Naharlagun, Arunachal Pradesh

Cutoff Rank

#17823

₹20000/yr

All UG Colleges in Arunachal Pradesh

1 colleges accepting NEET UG scores

College Type Course Gen Cutoff Fee/Year Seats
Tomo Riba Institute of Health & Medical Sciences, Naharlagun Naharlagun government MBBS #17823 ₹20000 100

NEET UG Counselling Process in Arunachal Pradesh

Rounds & process (3 rounds)

Directorate of Higher & Technical Education, Arunachal Pradesh (DHTE) conducts 3 rounds of UG counselling:

  1. Round 1
  2. Round 2
  3. Mop-Up Round

The general process involves: registration on the official portal, document verification, online choice filling, seat allotment, and reporting to the allotted college with original documents and fee payment.

Fees & deposits

Registration Fee

Rs 500-1,000. Exemptions for ST candidates. Non-refundable.

Security Deposit

Rs 10,000-20,000 (Govt). Adjusted against tuition on admission.

Important dates and deadlines
State counselling in Arunachal Pradesh typically begins 2-4 weeks after NEET UG results are declared. The entire process (including mop-up rounds) usually spans 2-3 months. Key deadlines include registration closing dates, document verification dates, choice-filling windows, and college reporting deadlines. Missing any deadline can cost you your seat. Always check the official DHTE portal for exact dates, as they change every year.
Choice filling tips for Arunachal Pradesh
  • Put your dream colleges first — you won't lose anything by reaching high
  • Keep safe colleges in the middle — ones where your rank is comfortably within cutoff
  • Add backup options at the end — colleges you'd accept as a last resort
  • Fill at least 10-15 choices to maximize your chances
  • Don't skip rounds — seats vacated by other candidates open up in later rounds
  • Prioritize government colleges for fees — the cost difference over 5 years is massive

Quotas & Reservation in Arunachal Pradesh

100

Total MBBS Seats

100

Govt Seats

Reservation Policy

APST (Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribes) — 80% Non-APST PRC holders — limited seats EWS — 10% PwD — 5% horizontal Central Government norms for non-tribal quota

Key Highlights

  • Only one medical college — TRIHMS (Tomo Riba Institute of Health & Medical Sciences), Naharlagun
  • Extremely high ST reservation (~80%) — reflects the demographic composition of Arunachal Pradesh
  • PRC (Permanent Resident Certificate) is the primary eligibility criterion, not standard domicile
  • APST vs Non-APST distinction governs seat allocation — APST gets overwhelming majority
  • TRIHMS also serves as the state's primary tertiary hospital
  • Very limited seats make this among the most competitive NE state counselling processes
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many medical colleges are in Arunachal Pradesh?

Arunachal Pradesh has 1 medical, dental, and AYUSH colleges that accept NEET UG scores. This includes government, private, and deemed institutions.

What is the lowest NEET cutoff in Arunachal Pradesh?

The most competitive (lowest) cutoff rank in Arunachal Pradesh is #17823 for General category based on 2024 data. Use our College Predictor to check which colleges match your rank.

How does NEET counselling work in Arunachal Pradesh?

Arunachal Pradesh counselling is conducted by Directorate of Higher & Technical Education, Arunachal Pradesh (DHTE) in 3 rounds. Candidates with Arunachal Pradesh domicile are eligible for state quota seats (85%), while 15% of government seats come under All India Quota (MCC counselling).

How many NEET PG seats are in Arunachal Pradesh?

Arunachal Pradesh has 8 PG seats across 3 colleges, covering MD, MS, DNB, and Diploma specialities. Use the PG tab above to explore all available seats.

What are the most popular PG specialities in Arunachal Pradesh?

The most popular PG specialities in Arunachal Pradesh are DA(NBEMS) (2 seats), SPM (1 seats), PHYSIOLOGY (1 seats), GENERAL MEDICINE (1 seats), DO(NBEMS) (1 seats). Switch to the PG tab to see the full breakdown.

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