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NEET Counselling in Jharkhand

Complete guide to 9 UG colleges & 85 PG seats — cutoffs, fees, and counselling details

Data last updated: March 2026

UG Counselling Authority

Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB)

Open State

Official Website

https://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in/

Domicile / Eligibility

Must be a permanent resident of Jharkhand with valid domicile certificate. Non-resident candidates eligible only for 15% AIQ seats (via MCC). Min age 17.

9

Total Colleges

1155

Total Seats

1528

Lowest Fee/Year

#3106

Best Cutoff Rank

By College Type

aiims 1
deemed 1
government 6
private 1

By Counselling

AIQ 2
deemed 1
management 1
state 5

By Course

MBBS 9

Top UG Colleges in Jharkhand

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

AIIMS MBBS

AIIMS Deoghar

Deoghar, Jharkhand

Cutoff Rank

#3106

₹1528/yr
Government MBBS

Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Ranchi

Ranchi, Jharkhand

Cutoff Rank

#9800

₹10050/yr
Government MBBS

MGM Medical College, Jamshedpur

Jamshedpur, Jharkhand

Cutoff Rank

#22131

₹10050/yr
Government MBBS

Shaheed Nirmal Mahto Medical College & Hospital, Dhanbad (formely known as Patliputra Medical College, Dhanbad)

Dhanbad), Jharkhand

Cutoff Rank

#26229

₹10050/yr
Government MBBS

Hazaribagh Medical College, Hazaribagh

Hazaribagh, Jharkhand

Cutoff Rank

#26229

₹10050/yr
Government MBBS

Dumka Medical College, Dighi

Dighi, Jharkhand

Cutoff Rank

#30897

₹10050/yr
Deemed MBBS

Manipal Tata Medical College, Jamshedpur

Jamshedpur, Jharkhand

Cutoff Rank

#30915

₹1619000/yr
Government MBBS

Palamu Medical College, Palamu

Palamu, Jharkhand

Cutoff Rank

#33066

₹10050/yr
Private MBBS

Laxmi Chandravansi Medical College & Hospital Bishrampur Ramchandra Chandravansi

Jharkhand

Cutoff Rank

#717898

₹1619000/yr

All UG Colleges in Jharkhand

9 colleges accepting NEET UG scores

College Type Course Gen Cutoff Fee/Year Seats
AIIMS Deoghar Deoghar aiims MBBS #3106 ₹1528 125
Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Ranchi Ranchi government MBBS #9800 ₹10050 180
MGM Medical College, Jamshedpur Jamshedpur government MBBS #22131 ₹10050 150
Shaheed Nirmal Mahto Medical College & Hospital, Dhanbad (formely known as Patliputra Medical College, Dhanbad) Dhanbad) government MBBS #26229 ₹10050 100
Hazaribagh Medical College, Hazaribagh Hazaribagh government MBBS #26229 ₹10050 100
Dumka Medical College, Dighi Dighi government MBBS #30897 ₹10050 100
Manipal Tata Medical College, Jamshedpur Jamshedpur deemed MBBS #30915 ₹1619000 200
Palamu Medical College, Palamu Palamu government MBBS #33066 ₹10050 100
Laxmi Chandravansi Medical College & Hospital Bishrampur Ramchandra Chandravansi private MBBS #717898 ₹1619000 100

NEET UG Counselling Process in Jharkhand

Rounds & process (4 rounds)

Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) conducts 4 rounds of UG counselling:

  1. Round 1
  2. Round 2
  3. Round 3 (Mop-Up)
  4. Stray Vacancy 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 (General/EWS/BC). Rs 250 (SC/ST/Female/PwD). Non-refundable.

Security Deposit

Rs 20,000 (Govt UR/EWS). Rs 10,000 (Govt SC/ST/OBC/PwD). Rs 2,00,000 (Private Medical). Rs 1,00,000 (Private Dental).

Important dates and deadlines
State counselling in Jharkhand 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 JCECEB portal for exact dates, as they change every year.
Choice filling tips for Jharkhand
  • 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 Jharkhand

1255

Total MBBS Seats

855

Govt Seats

35%

Management Quota

15%

NRI Quota

Reservation Policy

ST — 26% OBC — 14% SC — 10% EWS — 10% PwD — 5% horizontal Freedom Fighter — 2% Defence — 3%

Key Highlights

  • 26% ST reservation — among the highest in India, reflecting Jharkhand's significant tribal population
  • Fresh registrations allowed in Round 2 with new merit lists — unlike most states
  • Female candidates get reduced registration fee (Rs 250) regardless of category
  • Manipal Tata Medical College (deemed, 150 seats) has separate allocation
  • Candidates who joined in earlier rounds are ineligible for Mop-Up Round
  • Refund processed within 3 months after final round for eligible candidates
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many medical colleges are in Jharkhand?

Jharkhand has 9 medical, dental, and AYUSH colleges that accept NEET UG scores. This includes government, private, and deemed institutions.

What is the lowest NEET cutoff in Jharkhand?

The most competitive (lowest) cutoff rank in Jharkhand is #3106 for General category based on 2024 data. Use our College Predictor to check which colleges match your rank.

How does NEET counselling work in Jharkhand?

Jharkhand counselling is conducted by Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) in 4 rounds. Candidates with Jharkhand 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 Jharkhand?

Jharkhand has 85 PG seats across 19 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 Jharkhand?

The most popular PG specialities in Jharkhand are DNBGENERAL SURGERY (7 seats), DNBGENERAL MEDICINE (5 seats), DNBANAESTHESIOLOGY (5 seats), DO(NBEMS) (4 seats), DNBPAEDIATRICS (4 seats). Switch to the PG tab to see the full breakdown.

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