The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Madhya Pradesh has issued the NEET PG merit list for 2026, confirming that 4,776 candidates are eligible to participate in the state counselling process for postgraduate medical courses. The DME published the list on October 21, signalling the formal start of state-level admissions for MD and MS programmes.
Counselling timeline and immediate actions for candidates
Candidates whose names appear on the list must complete choice filling between October 24 and 27 to be considered in the first round of seat allocation, which is scheduled for October 29. The DME has made the merit list available for download and candidates are advised to verify details such as name, roll number and NEET PG score at the earliest to ensure there are no discrepancies that could affect eligibility.
- Merit list publication: October 21
- Choice filling window: October 24–27
- Round 1 seat allotment: October 29
Those not included in the merit list will not be able to continue with the state counselling process irrespective of their NEET PG performance. The merit list is the definitive document that determines participation in the Madhya Pradesh counselling rounds.
Seat availability and category-wise distribution
The DME has announced that a total of 1,413 MD and MS seats are available in private medical colleges across Madhya Pradesh. Government medical colleges contribute a further set of seats distributed across several categories, which will influence candidate choices and allocation outcomes.
| Seat Category | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| Open (Government medical colleges) | 485 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 25 |
| 30% Open In-Service quota (working doctors) | 207 |
| Open–PwD | 11 |
In addition to seats in government institutions, private medical colleges have their share of MD/MS seats, bringing the total private-seat count to 1,413. The DME has emphasised that eligible candidates will be competing for the 50% state quota seats that are reserved across both private and government colleges in the state.
What candidates should check now
Prospective PG students should take the following steps immediately:
- Download and print the merit list and counselling prospectus from the DME portal.
- Confirm personal details—name, roll number and NEET PG score—match the official records.
- Prepare documents required for choice filling and verification, including MBBS passing certificate, internship completion proof, NEET PG scorecard and category certificates if applicable.
- Understand category-specific seat eligibility (open, PwD, in-service) before prioritising colleges and specialities.
Failure to complete choice filling within the specified window will exclude candidates from the first allotment round. Those who miss the deadline may need to wait for subsequent rounds, subject to vacancy and merit positions.
How seat distribution affects strategy
The breakdown of government seats—open, PwD and in-service quotas—will shape counselling strategies. Candidates eligible under in-service or PwD categories should ensure their documentation is in order and that they apply under the appropriate category during choice filling, as category-specific seats have their own merit and reservation protocols.
With fewer than 5,000 candidates in the state merit list and roughly 1,413 seats in private colleges plus the government seat allocations noted above, competition will remain intense across popular specialities. Candidates should balance realistic preferences against aspirational choices when listing colleges and subjects.
The DME's notifications and downloadable documents remain the authoritative source for counselling rules, seat matrices and schedule updates. Candidates are advised to watch the official DME portal closely for any corrigenda or additional instructions related to verification, reporting dates, fee payment and document submission.
This development marks a critical juncture for MBBS doctors seeking postgraduate training in Madhya Pradesh; timely compliance with the DME timelines and accurate documentation will determine admission outcomes in the coming weeks.
