Kerala NEET PG Counselling 2026: Dates, Registration, Fees, Cut-off, Seat, Bond, Stipend, Merit List, Admission Process

Kerala NEET PG counselling is conducted by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala for admission to MD, MS, PG Diploma, and DNB courses across Government and Private medical colleges in the state. Known for its structured counselling system and transparent admission process, Kerala is a key state for NEET PG aspirants, especially those seeking quality training in government institutions.

The counselling process is carried out online and is based on NEET PG rank, eligibility criteria, and state reservation policies. Kerala follows a domicile-oriented admission system for Government quota seats, while Private and Minority colleges offer additional opportunities with varying fee structures. The state also has a well-defined reservation framework and clear round-wise rules, making it important for candidates to understand every stage of the process.

With a limited number of medical colleges compared to larger states, competition for clinical branches in Kerala remains high. Therefore, candidates must carefully analyze the seat matrix, cutoff trends, fee structure, and quota-wise eligibility before choice filling. A strategic approach to counselling can significantly improve the chances of securing a desirable postgraduate medical seat in Kerala.

Kerala NEET PG Counselling Overview

📌 Particulars	📋 Details
🎯 Exam	NEET PG 2026
🏛️ Counselling Authority	CEE Kerala
🎓 Courses	MD / MS / PG Diploma
💻 Mode	Online
🏥 State Quota	50% (through Kerala State Quota)
🌐 All India Quota	50% (Through MCC)
🔄 Rounds	Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up, Stray Vacancy
📊 NEET PG Seats	1881
🔗 Official Website	🚀 Visit KEA Website

Kerala NEET PG Counselling Eligibility Criteria

To participate in Kerala NEET PG Counselling:

• Must qualify NEET PG 2026
• Must have completed MBBS from NMC-recognized college
• Internship completion before cutoff date
• Must be registered with National Medical Commission (NMC) or State Medical Council

Kerala NEET PG Counselling Quota wise Eligibility Criteria

Kerala NEET PG counselling follows a quota-based seat distribution system, including Government, Self-Financing (General), and NRI quotas. Each quota has specific eligibility criteria and reservation rules, primarily based on Kerala origin status and type of institution, making it important for candidates to understand their eligibility before choice filling.

Quota	Institutes / Seats	Eligibility	Reservation
Kerala Govt Quota	50% seats in Government Institutes	• Indian citizens of Kerala origin (including FMGs) • OR MBBS from Kerala colleges • Non-Kerala origin → eligible only for SM seats	• Category reservation applicable for Kerala origin candidates
Kerala Self Financing General	Self-financing seats in Minority/Non-Minority Private Colleges	• Indian citizens of Kerala origin (including FMGs) • OR MBBS from Kerala colleges • Non-Kerala origin → eligible only for SM seats	• Category reservation applicable for Kerala origin candidates
Kerala Self Financing – NRI	NRI seats in Minority/Non-Minority Private Colleges	• Candidates with NRI sponsor (parents/relatives working abroad) • Only Kerala candidates eligible	• No reservation (Minority seats available separately)

Kerala NEET PG Nativity Criteria & Eligibility

Kerala NEET PG counselling follows a nativity-based eligibility system, where candidates are classified into categories such as Kerala origin, OCI candidates, and non-Keralite applicants. Each category has different eligibility conditions and reservation benefits, making it essential for candidates to correctly identify their status before participating in counselling.

Category	Eligibility
Kerala Origin	Indian citizens of Kerala origin. Eligible for all reservation categories
Indian Citizens + OCI Cardholders	OCI treated at par with Indian citizens. Eligible for General (UR) and NRI seats only. Not eligible for reservation (SC/ST/OBC etc.)
Non-Keralite MBBS Graduates from Kerala	Eligible for admission but not eligible for communal/special/PD reservation. Must complete 1-year Senior Residency bond
Non-Keralite Service Doctors	Eligible under Service Quota as per Kerala High Court judgement (07-03-2024)

NEET PG Qualifying Cut-off

The NEET PG qualifying cutoff is the minimum percentile required to become eligible for counselling and admission into MD/MS courses. As per standard criteria, candidates must secure at least the 50th percentile for General category, 40th percentile for SC/ST/OBC, and 45th percentile for PwD candidates to qualify the exam.

Kerala NEET PG Reservation Policy (General Merit & Category-wise Distribution)

Kerala NEET PG counselling follows a well-defined reservation system under the State Quota, where seats are distributed among various social and community categories to ensure equitable representation. A portion of seats is also reserved for in-service candidates, while the remaining seats fall under the General Merit Quota and category-wise reservations such as SC, ST, OBC subgroups, and EWS.

In addition to vertical reservations, Kerala also provides horizontal reservations, including seats for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) and special categories like dependents of ex-servicemen. Understanding this reservation structure is essential for candidates to accurately evaluate their eligibility and improve their chances during counselling.

S.No	Category	Reservation (%)
1	Scheduled Castes (SC)	8%
2	Scheduled Tribes (ST)	2%
3	Ezhavas (EZ)	8%
4	Other Backward Hindus (BH)	7%
5	Muslims (MU)	7%
6	Latin Catholic & Anglo Indians (LA)	3%
7	Other Backward Christians (BX)	1%
8	Kudumbi (KU)	1%
9	Economically Weaker Sections (EW)	10%

Kerala NEET PG Counselling Process

A detailed walkthrough of how CEE Kerala conducts PG counselling, from online registration to option filling, allotment, reporting, and mop-up rounds. Covers online processes and round-wise updates.

Step 1: Online Registration

The registration for Kerala NEET PG counselling is conducted entirely online by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala. All NEET PG qualified candidates must apply through the official website:
👉 www.cee.kerala.gov.in

Kerala NEET PG Counselling 2026 Registration Process

Step	Details
1. Registration	• Enter NEET PG Application Number, Date of Birth, and Mobile Number • Create password (min 8 characters, 1 alphabet, 1 number, 1 special character) • Unique Application Number will be generated (save it)
2. Fill Application Form	• Enter personal, educational, and contact details • Click “Save & Next” after each section • Verify details carefully before “Save & Finalize”
3. Pay Application Fee	• General / Service: ₹1000 each • General + Service: ₹2000 • SC/ST: ₹500 • Payment via Internet Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card • Failed transaction → refund within 5 working days
4. Upload Images & Certificates	• Upload signature (black/blue ink on white paper) • Ensure clarity and correctness of documents • Originals required during admission • Fake documents lead to disqualification
5. Print Acknowledgement	• Click “Print Application Acknowledgement Page” • Download and keep printout safe for future reference

Step 2: State Merit List

Following the application period, the CEE prepares and publishes a State Merit List. This list is based on the marks and ranks obtained by candidates in the NEET PG 2026 examination. An important rule governing the process is that only those candidates whose names are included in this merit list are considered eligible to participate in the subsequent stages of the Centralised Admission Process (CAP).  

Step 3: Choice Filling and Seat Allotment

Eligible candidates on the merit list can proceed to the choice-filling stage.

• Candidates can login to their portal and select their preferred courses and colleges.
• Arrange choices in order of preference
• Lock choices before deadline

• Wait for provisional seat allotment result
• Check allotted college and course
• Download allotment letter if selected

Step 3: Document Verification & Admission

After a candidate is allotted a seat,

• They must log in to the portal, select “Payment of Fee and Virtual admission,” and pay the required admission fee online. 
• Failure to complete this virtual admission process within the stipulated time will result in the forfeiture of the allotted seat, which will then be carried forward to the next counselling round. 
• The final step is physical reporting at the allotted college with all original documents, which is typically scheduled after the completion of all counselling rounds.   

Kerala NEET PG Round-wise Allotment Process

Kerala NEET PG counselling is conducted through a Centralized Allotment Process (CAP) under a Single Window System (SWS) by CEE Kerala. The entire process is online, and seat allotment is strictly based on NEET PG rank, choices filled by candidates, and applicable reservation policies.

General Rules (Applicable to All Phases)

All options must be submitted only through the official website, and no offline methods such as email or post are accepted. Candidates must log in using their Application Number and Password, and it is advised not to share login credentials with anyone.

During choice filling, candidates should frequently save their preferences and avoid using browser refresh, back buttons, or multiple tabs to prevent data loss. After seat allotment, candidates must download the allotment memo, pay the required tuition fee, and report to the allotted college within the specified time. Failure to do so will result in cancellation of the seat and registered options.

Candidates are also required to produce original documents at the time of admission.

Kerala NEET PG Counselling Phase 1 (First Allotment) Process

In the first phase, fresh option registration is allowed for all eligible candidates. A refundable security deposit is required — ₹10,000 for General category and ₹5,000 for SC/ST/OE candidates.

Seat allotment is done based on the options submitted by candidates. Those who are allotted seats must join the college and pay the fee within the given timeline; otherwise, the allotted seat and options will be cancelled. The security deposit is refunded after the completion of counselling.

Kerala NEET PG Counselling Phase 2 (Second Allotment) Process

In the second phase, fresh registration is not allowed except for newly added courses. Candidates must confirm their options to participate in this round, which is a mandatory step.

Only modification, rearrangement, or deletion of existing choices is permitted. Candidates who have already joined in Phase 1 will retain their higher options, while options below the allotted seat will be automatically removed.

If a candidate fails to confirm options for Phase 2, they will not be eligible for upgradation, although they can retain the seat obtained in Phase 1.

Kerala NEET PG Counselling Phase 3 (Third Allotment / Final Round) Process

Phase 3 allows fresh option registration again, especially for candidates who wish to modify their preferences. The registration fee structure differs based on the type of seats:

• For Government seats, the fee is equal to the annual tuition fee of the selected course
• For Private self-financing seats, the fee is ₹1,00,000
• SC/ST/OE candidates are required to pay only 50% of the applicable fee

If a candidate is not allotted a seat, the registration fee is refunded. However, if a seat is allotted and the candidate fails to join, the fee is treated as a penalty and is non-refundable.

Importantly, candidates who are allotted seats in Phase 3 become ineligible for any further State or All India counselling, so choices must be filled very carefully.

Kerala NEET PG Seat Conversion Rules (Round 3)

Seat conversion in Kerala NEET PG counselling takes place during the third round (final round) of allotment. This process is applied when seats remain vacant due to a lack of eligible candidates in a particular category, even after fresh options are filled.

In such cases, these unfilled seats are converted to other eligible categories to ensure maximum seat utilization. This conversion happens automatically as part of the allotment process, and candidates do not need to apply separately for it.

A key point to understand is that once a seat is converted to another category, candidates from the original category cannot claim that seat later, even if they become available. The allotment will be strictly based on the new converted category and merit list.

S.No	Category	Category Converted To
1	SC	ST
2	ST	SC
3	SEBC Categories	SM
4	EWS	SM
5	General PwD	SM
6	SC PwD	SC
7	ST PwD	ST
8	SEBC PwD	SEBC
9	EWS PwD	EWS
10	Ex-Service (XS)	SM
11	Dependent of Jawan Killed in Action	Dependent of Ex-servicemen
12	Dependent of Ex-servicemen	SM
13	NRI Minority	NRI Open
14	NRI Open	SM
15	Service Quota	SM
16	Muslim Minority (MM)	SM
17	Christian Minority (AC)	SM

Kerala NEET PG Counselling Stray Vacancy Round Process

The Stray Vacancy Round is conducted after Phase 3 if seats remain vacant. Fresh option registration is allowed, and multiple stray rounds may be conducted depending on available vacancies and time before the NMC cut-off date.

This round comes with strict penalties. If a candidate leaves a seat obtained in the stray vacancy round (or vacates any previously joined seat after this round), a penalty of ₹5,00,000 is imposed. Non-payment of this amount can lead to revenue recovery proceedings and debarment from NEET PG counselling for up to 2 years.

Phase	Summary
Phase 1	Fresh registration allowed • Refundable deposit required • Must join to retain seat
Phase 2	No fresh registration • Option confirmation mandatory • Only rearrangement allowed
Phase 3	Fresh options allowed • High registration fee • Not joining leads to penalty • Final round
Stray Round	Last chance • Strict penalties • ₹5 lakh fine for leaving seat

Kerala NEET PG Counselling 2026 Bond Policy

Candidates taking admission in Kerala NEET PG must execute a mandatory bond at the time of joining to ensure they complete the course and serve in the state healthcare system.

All candidates admitted under Government quota (including AIQ candidates studying in Kerala) are required to complete 1 year of compulsory government service after finishing their PG. This service is usually in government medical colleges or district hospitals as Senior Resident or similar roles.

The service starts after result declaration, and salary/remuneration is decided by the Kerala Government. In certain cases like super-specialty admission or government job selection, conditional exemptions may be allowed, but the total bond obligation cannot exceed 2 years.

Colleges retain original certificates until the bond is fulfilled. If a candidate fails to complete the service or violates bond rules, it can lead to financial penalties, recovery of stipend/salary, and disciplinary action.

Kerala NEET PG 2026 counselling: Documents required

As per the seat allotment results, candidates must report to the assigned medical college as indicated in the Allotment Memo, strictly within the allotted time frame. Candidates must pay the prescribed tuition fee and submit all original documents for verification at the time of reporting. 

Candidates to fail to join the allotted college within the stipulated time, the seat allotment shall stand canceled and all options/options registered by candidates for that round would be deleted. Candidates should also execute required bonds at time of admission. Under no circumstances will extra time for reporting be provided. Any notices and updates should be checked and followed, as per the notifications via the web site of CEE.

• NEET admit card and scorecard
• Copy of the NEET PG result 2026
• Allotment letter issued by CEE
• Valid photo ID card of the candidate
• MBBS/BDS degree or pass certificate issued by the competent authority
• MBBS/BDS permanent registration certificate issued by the competent authority
• Certificate of completion of the compulsory regular rotating internship
• Kerala University of Health Sciences(KUHS) issued eligibility certificates
• Any bond, if required
• Transfer certificate from the last studied medical or dental institution
• Documents mentioned in the allotment letter
• Kerala state domicile certificate

Kerala Medical College Wise Cut-off/Fees/Bond/Stipend etc.

In this section, the candidates will see Kerala’s Medical College Wise Cut-off/Fees/Bond/Stipend, mentioned below with their respective links. The candidates can go through the details mentioned about the colleges in the links, which help them in gaining the information for the colleges they want to be in:

College Type	Institute	Link
Govt College	Government Medical College, Ernakulam	Click Here
Govt College	Government Medical College, Kozhikode	Click Here
Govt College	Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram	Click Here
Govt College	Government Medical College, Kottayam	Click Here
Govt College	Government Medical College, Pariyaram	Click Here
Govt College	Government Medical College, Thrissur	Click Here
Govt College	Government Medical College, Manjeri	Click Here
Private College	T D Medical College, Alleppey	Click Here
Private College	Amala Institute of Medical Sciences Thrissur	Click Here
Private College	Believers Church Med Collg Thiruvalla	Click Here
Private College	Dr. Somervel Memorial Med Collg Karakonam	Click Here
Private College	Jubilee Mission Medical College, Thrissur	Click Here
Private College	Malankara Orthodox Medical College, Kolenchery	Click Here
Private College	Pushpagiri Institute of Medical Science Tiruvalla	Click Here
Private College	KMCT Medical College, Kozhikode	Click Here
Private College	MES Medical College, Malappuram	Click Here
Private College	Mount Zion Medical College, Pathanamthitta	Click Here
Private College	Azeezia Instt of Medical Science Kollam	Click Here
Private College	Malabar Medical College, Kozhikode	Click Here
Private College	SUT Institute of Medical Science Trivandrum	Click Here
Private College	Sree Gokulam Medical College, Trivandrum	Click Here
Private College	PK Das Institute of Medical Science Palakkad	Click Here
Private College	Travancore Medical College, Kollam	Click Here
Private College	DM Wayanad Institute of Medical Science	Click Here
Private College	Sree Narayana Institute of Medical Science Ernakulam	Click Here
Private College	Al-Azhar Medical College, Thodupuzha	Click Here

Important Links

We provide information about Kerala’s Useful Resources, the State Counselling Process, Particular state seat matrix, Seat Allotment, Cutoff, and more. You can check the complete details below.

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