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NEET Counselling in Nagaland

Complete guide to 1 UG colleges & 13 PG seats — cutoffs, fees, and counselling details

Data last updated: March 2026

Upcoming Counselling Dates

01

May

NEET PG

MCC PG AIQ Round 1 — Registration

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04

May

NEET UG

NEET UG 2026 Exam

NEET UG 2026 examination date.

08

May

NEET PG

MCC PG AIQ Round 1 — Choice Filling

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18

May

NEET PG

MCC PG AIQ Round 1 — Allotment

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25

May

NEET PG

MCC PG AIQ Round 2 — Choice Filling

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02

Jun

NEET PG

MCC PG AIQ Round 2 — Allotment

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12

Jun

NEET PG

MCC PG Mop-up Round

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15

Jun

NEET UG

NEET UG 2026 Result Declaration

Expected result date. Scorecard and rank available on neet.nta.nic.in.

UG Counselling Authority

Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Nagaland (DTE Nagaland)

Govt Only

Official Website

https://dte.nagaland.gov.in/

Domicile / Eligibility

Must be a permanent resident of Nagaland with a valid indigenous inhabitant certificate or domicile certificate from the Deputy Commissioner. Naga tribes get priority under ST reservation. Inner Line Permit (ILP) area — non-residents need permits.

1

Total Colleges

100

Total Seats

169500

Lowest Fee/Year

#26178

Best Cutoff Rank

By College Type

government 1

By Counselling

state 1

By Course

MBBS 1

Top UG Colleges in Nagaland

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

Government MBBS

Nagaland Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Kohima

Kohima, Nagaland

Cutoff Rank

#26178

₹169500/yr

All UG Colleges in Nagaland

1 colleges accepting NEET UG scores

College Type Course Gen Cutoff Fee/Year Seats
Nagaland Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Kohima Kohima government MBBS #26178 ₹169500 100

NEET UG Counselling Process in Nagaland

Rounds & process (2 rounds)

Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Nagaland (DTE Nagaland) conducts 2 rounds of UG counselling:

  1. Round 1
  2. 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. ST candidates may receive concessions. Non-refundable.

Security Deposit

Rs 10,000-20,000. Adjusted against tuition on joining. FORFEITURE RULE: R1 allotment — candidate is free to not join (no forfeiture). R2 onwards — if allotted and do not report/join, security deposit is forfeited and candidate is barred from remaining rounds of that counselling cycle. Verify exact penalty from state brochure.

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

100

Total MBBS Seats

100

Govt Seats

Reservation Policy

ST (Naga tribes) — ~80% (reflects state demographics) Backward Tribes (BT) — sub-allocation within ST SC — minimal OBC — limited EWS — 10% PwD — 5% horizontal

Key Highlights

  • One medical college — Nagaland Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (NIMSR), Kohima (formerly Naga Hospital Authority Kohima)
  • Over 86% of Nagaland's population is ST — Naga tribal communities dominate
  • Inner Line Permit (ILP) area — restricted entry for outsiders
  • Backward Tribes (BT) sub-category within ST for more marginalized Naga communities
  • No private medical colleges — all seats are government
  • State also has nominated/sponsored seats in medical colleges of other NE states
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many medical colleges are in Nagaland?

Nagaland 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 Nagaland?

The most competitive (lowest) cutoff rank in Nagaland is #26178 for General category based on 2025 counselling data. Use our Colleges to check which colleges match your rank.

How does NEET counselling work in Nagaland?

Nagaland counselling is conducted by Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Nagaland (DTE Nagaland) in 2 rounds. Candidates with Nagaland 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 Nagaland?

Nagaland has 13 PG seats across 2 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 Nagaland?

The most popular PG specialities in Nagaland are DGO(NBEMS) (2 seats), DA(NBEMS) (2 seats), DTBCD(NBEMS) (1 seats), DNB PAEDIATRICS (1 seats), DNB GENERAL SURGERY (1 seats). Switch to the PG tab to see the full breakdown.

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