NEET UG 2026
Jharkhand NEET UG 2026
State Counselling Guide
10 MBBS colleges · 6 govt + 2 private + 1 deemed + 1 AIIMS · CML-based ranking · BC-I/BC-II split
730 govt seats
200 private seats
125 deemed seats
12 category codes
Jharkhand has 10 MBBS colleges (6 government, 2 private). Domicile candidates get 85% of government seats + 100% of private seats. Non-domicile access: AIQ seats only (15% of govt via MCC). Government fee: ₹0.1L–₹0.2L/yr. Private fee: ₹11.2L–₹16L/yr. Bond: ₹20,00,000, Full course (seat-leaving bond). Source: JCECEB 2025 counselling data, verified by Formity.
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DOMICILE
NON-DOMICILE
MOCK COUNSELLING IN JHARKHAND
A student picked their 3rd preference thinking they’d upgrade in Round 2. Round 2 came — their 1st preference had already filled. The preference order you submit is the order you live with.
RANK 6,563
RIMS, Ranchi
Govt · Open to all
₹10K/yr
Top govt college through Jharkhand counselling.
RANK 9,41,080
Netaji Subhas MC, Seraikella
Private · Open to all
₹16L/yr
Private. Open to any NEET eligible.
Which of these colleges applies to your rank?
Dual
MGM Medical College Jamshedpur is India's dual-route college — KEA-style GOVT seats AND MCC deemed seats at the same campus
MGM Jamshedpur (a deemed university) has govt-regulated seats accessible through state counselling AND MCC AIQ deemed seats at much higher fees. Same campus, two completely different fee structures. Jharkhand domicile gets the lower-fee route.
RIMS
RIMS Ranchi is the flagship — but with very few seats and high ST reservation, non-tribal candidates face steep competition
Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences has significant ST reservation given Jharkhand's tribal demographic. For non-tribal candidates, RIMS is extremely competitive. AIQ seats at RIMS are the only non-domicile path.
AIIMS
AIIMS Deoghar (Jharkhand) is a pure AIQ institution — state counselling doesn't touch it
AIIMS Deoghar is accessed exclusively through MCC AIQ. Not through Jharkhand state counselling. A Jharkhand candidate who wants AIIMS Deoghar must register with MCC, not the state.
Exits
When AIIMS Deoghar and MGM MCC takes top Jharkhand ranks out of state counselling, RIMS seats open later
The pattern holds: top-rank candidates leaving for central institutions (AIIMS, MCC) create vacancy windows at state govt colleges in later rounds. RIMS Ranchi sees this most prominently.
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AUG · Compare
AUG · Decide
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Why Jharkhand is Different
Section 1
Why Jharkhand is Different
CML (Combined Merit List) Ranking
JCECEB uses CML rank (state merit list) instead of NEET AIR for allotment. Your CML rank is derived from NEET score but is a separate state ranking. Closing ranks shown are CML numbers, not AIR.
BC-I and BC-II Split
Jharkhand splits Backward Classes into BC-I and BC-II. These are separate reservation pools with different closing ranks. Know which sub-category you belong to.
Large Tribal Population
Jharkhand has significant ST population. ST seats have wider CML closing ranks. If you have a Jharkhand ST certificate, your options improve significantly.
JCECEB conducts counselling
Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) conducts MBBS counselling. AIIMS Deoghar goes through AIIMS counselling. Manipal Tata MC goes through MCC deemed counselling.
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Category Codes Decoded
Section 2
Category Codes Decoded
UR
Unreserved
General merit via CML. Jharkhand domicile. Tightest closing CML ranks.
EWS
Economically Weaker Section
10% reservation. Income certificate required. Wider CML ranks than UR.
BC-I
Backward Class I
First sub-category of backward classes. Jharkhand-specific split.
BC-II
Backward Class II
Second sub-category. Separate pool from BC-I. Different closing ranks.
SC
Scheduled Caste
Jharkhand domicile SC certificate required.
ST
Scheduled Tribe
Large tribal population. Widest CML closing ranks. 26% ST reservation.
CML rank is NOT the same as NEET AIR
JCECEB creates a Combined Merit List (CML) from NEET scores for Jharkhand domicile candidates. CML rank 1,000 is NOT the same as AIR 1,000. Use your CML rank to compare with the closing ranks shown here.
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Seat Structure
Section 3
Seat Structure
SQ
State Quota
85% of govt seats + state quota at private. CML-based. Category reservation applies.
Eligibility: Jharkhand domicile + NEET.
PVT
Private Colleges
State quota at private colleges filled via JCECEB. Same CML ranking system.
Eligibility: Jharkhand domicile + NEET.
MCC
MCC AIQ + Deemed
15% of govt seats via MCC. Manipal Tata MC (deemed) via MCC. AIIMS Deoghar via AIIMS counselling.
Eligibility: NEET AIR based. Open to all India.
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Fee Structure
Section 4
Fee Structure
| Seat Type | Fee Per Year | Who Pays This | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government | ₹9,000–18,000 | Jharkhand domicile, CML merit | Extremely affordable. RIMS Ranchi cheapest |
| Private | ₹10–16L | CML merit via JCECEB | Higher but CML-based allotment |
| Deemed (Manipal Tata) | ₹16L+ | MCC counselling, all India | Deemed fee structure |
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Non-Domicile Access
Section 5
Non-Domicile Access
JCECEB = Jharkhand domicile only
State counselling via JCECEB requires Jharkhand domicile. Non-domicile: MCC AIQ (15%), Manipal Tata MC (deemed via MCC), AIIMS Deoghar.
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Closing Rank Ranges
Section 6
Closing Rank Ranges
UR closing ranks from JCECEB (CML rank) + MCC AIQ (AIR). R1+R2+R3 combined.
RIMS Ranchi — The Benchmark
MCC AIQ R1 UR closing: None (AIR).
The most competitive government MBBS college in Jharkhand.
Government Colleges
| Government College | CML UR Closing | MCC UR Closing (AIR) | CML Allotted | Fee/yr | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Ranchi | 13,207 | -- | 70 | 0.1L | 180 |
| MGM Medical College, Jamshedpur | 15,589 | -- | 34 | 0.1L | 150 |
| Shaheed Nirmal Mahto Medical College & Hospital, Dhanbad (formely known as Patliputra Medical College, Dhanbad) | 21,117 | -- | 44 | 0.1L | 100 |
| Hazaribagh Medical College, Hazaribagh | 26,685 | -- | 57 | 0.1L | 100 |
| Dumka Medical College, Dighi | 31,521 | -- | 64 | 0.2L | 100 |
| Palamu Medical College, Palamu | 32,691 | -- | 55 | 0.1L | 100 |
CML = Combined Merit List (Jharkhand state rank). MCC = All India Quota (NEET AIR). CML and AIR are different ranking systems.
Private Colleges
| Private College | CML UR Closing | CML Allotted | Fee/yr | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laxmi Chandravansi Medical College & Hospital Bishrampur Ramchandra Chandravansi | 393,341 | 19 | 11L | 100 |
| Netaji Subhas Medical College & Hospital, Seraikela, Jamshedpur | 941,080 | 14 | 16L | 100 |
Deemed University (MCC Counselling)
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Category Comparison (CML)
Section 7
Category Comparison (CML)
How categories compare at the top college via JCECEB. CML closing ranks.
| Category | CML Closing Rank | Allotted |
|---|---|---|
| SC | 127,048 | 16 |
| ST | 1,779 | 40 |
| UR | 13,207 | 70 |
| EWS | 17,626 | 14 |
| BC-I | 14,226 | 10 |
| BC-II | 14,545 | 9 |
| ST- PH | 642,900 | 1 |
| BC-I-PH | 603,945 | 1 |
| PrimitiveTribe | 465,931 | 1 |
| Primitive Tribe | 786,504 | 1 |
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Registration, Deposits & Forfeiture
Section 8
Registration, Deposits & Forfeiture
From JCECEB Advt. No. JCECEB/28/25-44 dated 15/07/2025 (Clauses 10, 16, 17). Security amounts per Govt. of JH letter dated 13.06.2023.
Registration & Counselling Fee (non-refundable)
| Category | Registration Fee | Counselling Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / BC-I / BC-II | ₹500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| SC / ST / Female (all categories) | ₹250 | ₹500 | ₹750 |
| Divyang (any category) | Nil | ₹500 | ₹500 |
Security Deposit — Clause 17(a)
| Institution Type | Category | Security Deposit |
|---|---|---|
| Government Medical College | UR / EWS | ₹20,000 |
| Government Medical College | ST / SC / OBC / PwD | ₹10,000 |
| Private / Deemed Medical College | All | ₹2,00,000 |
| Private Dental College | All | ₹1,00,000 |
| Stray / Mop-up Round | All | ₹50,000 |
Forfeiture Rules — Clause 17(b)
Free Exit
Round 1
Forfeiture applies only from R2 onwards. R1 non-joining does not trigger deposit forfeiture — security is refunded. Candidate can participate in R2.
Forfeiture
Round 2 onwards
Security deposit forfeited if seat allotted in R2 or any subsequent round and candidate does not join. Also forfeited if admission cancelled for wrong information or missing original certificates.
Refund
Clause 17(c)
Deposit refunded within 3 months after the last round if candidate participated but no seat was allotted in any stage. Refund to source bank account.
2 years
Service Bond
Government graduates must serve 2 years in rural/tribal areas of Jharkhand. Bond penalty ₹10–25L for breach. Manipal Tata Medical College is treated as private for state quota purposes (Clause 19).
Source: JCECEB Advt. No. JCECEB/28/25-44 dated 15/07/2025, Clauses 10, 16, 17(a), 17(b), 17(c). Security amounts per Dept. of Health, Medical Education & FW, Govt. of Jharkhand, Letter No. 09/Nammankan/02-02/2021-302(9) dated 13.06.2023.
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Counselling Timeline
Section 9
Counselling Timeline
| Event | Typical Window | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NEET UG Results | June | NTA results |
| JCECEB Registration | July–August | Online registration. CML rank generation |
| Round 1–3 | August–October | Main counselling rounds |
| Mop-up | October–November | Remaining seats |
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Detailed information
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Source: NTA NEET (UG) 2025 Press Release · 14 June 2025 · Updated 26 May 2026 · NEET UG 2026 cycle