The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) authority has issued instructions for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) candidates participating in Round 2 of Odisha NEET UG 2026 counselling for MBBS/BDS seats under the 85% State Quota.
PwBD Assessment Requirement
As per OJEE notices, all PwBD category candidates must undergo medical assessment at the designated Medical Assessment Board to obtain an Eligibility Certificate before they can participate in the counselling and seat allotment process.
Designated Medical Assessment Board
- Venue: LT-II, SCB Medical College, Cuttack, Odisha
- Authority: State Medical Board constituted by OJEE for PwBD evaluation
Key Points for PwBD Candidates
- Mandatory Assessment: Only candidates whose names are recommended by the Medical Assessment Board can participate in the Odisha NEET UG Counselling 2026 process.
- Certificate Validity: The PwBD Eligibility Certificate obtained is valid for this session only (2026-27).
- Uniform Evaluation: The assessment ensures uniformity in evaluating PwBD status across all candidates for the 85% state quota MBBS/BDS seats.
- Documents Required: Candidates must carry all relevant medical documents, disability certificates, and identity proofs as specified in OJEE notices.
Round 2 Counselling Schedule (Related)
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration for State Merit List Preparation | September 7-8, 2026 |
| Publication of Revised State Merit List | September 9, 2026, 2:00 PM |
| Choice Filling and Locking | September 9-10, 2026 |
| 2nd Round Provisional Allotment | September 11, 2026, 11:30 AM |
| Publication of Allotment Result | September 11, 2026, 7:30 PM |
| Provisional Admission & Reporting | September 13-18, 2026 |
What PwBD Candidates Should Do
- Check OJEE website regularly (ojee.nic.in) for specific assessment dates and notices
- Report to SCB Medical College, Cuttack with all required documents for medical evaluation
- Obtain the Eligibility Certificate before choice filling deadline
- Complete Round 2 registration by the specified deadline if not already registered
- Fill and lock choices based on eligible colleges and courses
Candidates are advised to complete the PwBD medical assessment process well in advance of the choice filling deadline to ensure their eligibility certificate is available when submitting preferences for Round 2 seat allotment.
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