DME Assam has invited NEET PG 2026 candidates who served in remote and difficult areas to apply for additional weightage marks for Assam PG Medical Admission 2026. Eligible candidates must submit the prescribed application in person by October 15, 2026, during office hours; late applications will not be accepted.
The incentive is available for admission to postgraduate courses in Assam government medical colleges. Candidates must have secured the mandatory NEET PG 2026 cutoff score to apply for both state counselling and the weightage.
Weightage Marks Structure
Eligible doctors receive 3% of their NEET PG marks for each completed year of qualifying service in a notified remote or difficult area, subject to a maximum of 9% for three years or more.
| Qualifying service | Additional weightage |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 3% |
| 2 years | 6% |
| 3 years or more | 9% (maximum) |
Eligible Remote and Difficult Areas
The notification recognises service in the following areas:
- Hill districts: North Cachar Hills and Karbi Anglong
- Majuli District
- Dhemaji District
- South Salmara District
- Sadiya Sub-division
- Dhakuakhana Sub-division
Candidates should verify the exact service location and duration against the official DME Assam notification before applying.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted physically at the Office of the Director of Medical Education, Assam, during office hours. The notification and prescribed form are available on the official DME Assam website.
Application Details
The form requires candidates to provide:
- Name
- NEET PG 2026 rank, score and roll number
- Place of service, including district
- Date of joining and completion of service
- Total period of qualifying service
- Percentage of additional marks claimed
- Contact details
Documents to Attach
Candidates should attach proof of the period and place of qualifying service, keep a copy of the submitted application and obtain an acknowledgement at the time of submission.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application submission begins | October 13, 2026 |
| Last date to submit application | October 15, 2026, during office hours |
| Application by candidates missing from the list, with documents | October 16, 2026 |
Key Points for Candidates
- The weightage applies only to Assam state PG admission and requires a valid NEET PG 2026 qualifying score.
- Submit the form by hand; online submission is not specified for this claim.
- Keep documentary evidence ready for the service location, dates and duration.
- Check the official DME Assam portal for the notification, prescribed format and any further updates.
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