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Guides for NEET Aspirants
Practical, up-to-date guides on every aspect of medical admissions in NE India — updated for NEET-UG 2026 and MCC counselling 2026.
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June 2026
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Counselling
AIQ, state quota, MCC rounds, domicile rules
Colleges
Cut-offs, government vs private, bond policy
Programs
MBBS, BDS, BAMS — scope and seats
Career
PG pathways, government service, practice
NEET Pathway Explorer: Find Your Realistic MBBS College Match in North-East India
The NEET Pathway Explorer lets you enter your NEET-UG 2026 score, category and home state to see which government medical colleges across North-East India you can realistically target, across AIQ and state quota routes.
Mizoram NEET UG 2026 First Provisional Merit List: What It Means and What Happens Next
DHTE Mizoram released the First Provisional Merit List of NEET UG 2026 on 24 July 2026, covering MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BAMS, BVSc&AH and BPT state quota seats. Here is what the list actually means, how to check your own position, and roughly how many state quota seats exist.
MCC NEET UG 2026 Counselling Schedule and Deemed University MBBS Guide
MCC has not yet released the official NEET UG 2026 counselling schedule, but Round 1 registration is widely expected between late July and mid-August 2026. Here is the schedule tracker plus a full deemed university MBBS admission and fee guide.
Karnataka KEA UGNEET 2026 Registration Deadline Extended to July 30: What NE Students Must Know
KEA has extended the UGNEET-2026 fresh registration deadline from 24 to 30 July 2026 for NEET-qualified candidates who have not applied for UGCET. Here is what changed, why NEET result linking is still pending, and what North-East India students should do right now.
NTRUHS AP MBBS/BDS Convener Quota 2026-27: Document Checklist Before Applications Open
Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS), Andhra Pradesh, will shortly open online applications for MBBS and BDS admission under Competent Authority (Convener) Quota for 2026-27, and has released the full document checklist in advance.
AIAPGET 2026: Internship Completion Cutoff Extended to 31 October
NTA has extended the compulsory internship completion cutoff date for AIAPGET 2026 eligibility from 31 August 2026 to 31 October 2026, for Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homoeopathy candidates alike.
How KEAM Fresh Application Windows Work: A Yearly Guide for NEET UG Candidates
Every year, CEE Kerala opens a short, separate application window for Medical courses after NEET UG results are declared -- here is why it exists, when it usually opens, and what to do so you never miss it.
Assam Flood 2026: What to Do About Your College Admission Right Now
If floods are disrupting your college admission in Assam this year, here is exactly what to check, protect, and do within the next few days to keep your seat safe.
NEET PG 2026: Registration Last Date, Exam Date and How to Apply
NEET PG 2026 online registration closes 21 July 2026, with the exam on 30 August 2026. Here is exactly how to apply, who is eligible, the exam pattern, and how MBBS graduates from North-East India should prepare.
Is Management Quota or NRI Quota Legal? MBBS Admission Fraud Red Flags
Management quota and NRI quota are both fully legal seat categories — but families lose lakhs to agents every year anyway. Here are the real warning signs, how each pathway actually works, and how to verify a college or an offer before you pay anyone.
NEET PG Counselling: AIQ, INI-CET and State Quota Explained
A NEET PG score alone doesn't cover every route to a government MD/MS seat. AIQ PG and state PG quota use your NEET PG score; INI-CET, for AIIMS, JIPMER and NEIGRIHMS, is a completely separate exam. Here is how the three pathways actually work, and what it means for MBBS graduates from North-East India.
NEET UG 2026 Results Declared: Category-Wise Qualifying Marks, Toppers and What Happens Next
NTA declared the NEET UG 2026 result on 16 July 2026 — 11.21 lakh candidates qualified out of close to 20 lakh who appeared. Here is the category-wise qualifying cutoff (General 213, OBC-NCL/SC/ST 177), topper list, and what to do next before MCC counselling opens.
AIQ vs State Quota: Which Admission Route Should You Target?
Government MBBS seats are split 15/85 between the All India Quota and each state's state quota. Understanding the difference — and which route you qualify for — can be the deciding factor in your 2026 admission.
NEET-UG 2026 Cut-offs at NE India Government Colleges: Realistic Targets
Knowing the approximate NEET rank and score needed to secure a seat at each NE government college helps you set a realistic target. Here are 2025 benchmarks and 2026 projections based on candidate volume and paper difficulty.
Government vs Private MBBS in NE India: The Real Comparison (2026)
The gap between government and private MBBS is not just about fees — it is about clinical exposure, bond obligations, peer quality and long-term career trajectory. Here is an honest comparison for NE India.
MCC Counselling 2026: Step-by-Step Guide to Registering for AIQ Seats
MCC counselling for AIQ and central institution seats was expected to open in July 2026, but a paper-leak-driven re-exam has pushed the schedule later. Here is exactly what to do — registration, security deposit, choice filling and what happens at each allotment round.
NE State Quota Counselling 2026: How Each State Fills Its 85% Seats
State quota counselling in NE India is run by each state's DME and follows its own schedule, document list and eligibility rules. Here is what to expect in each state for 2026 admissions.
NEET-UG 2027 Chapter Weightage: Subject-Wise & High-Yield Chapters (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
A subject-wise and chapter-wise NEET-UG 2027 weightage breakdown for Physics, Chemistry and Biology — where the marks actually come from, which chapters to prioritise, and how to turn it into a real score.
NEET UG 2026 Recorded Response Challenge: OMR Sheet, Fee and Last Date
NTA opened a Recorded Response Challenge for NEET UG 2026 on 13 July 2026, letting candidates check their scanned OMR sheet and raise a paid challenge before the window shuts on 15 July. Here is what the notice actually says and what to do before it closes.
Medical Bond Policy at NE Government Colleges: What You Must Know Before Accepting Admission
Accepting a government MBBS seat in most NE states means signing a service bond. Here is what the bond requires, what it costs to break, and how to plan your career around it.
BAMS and BDS in NE India: Colleges, Seats and Career Scope (2026)
BAMS (Ayurveda) and BDS (Dental Surgery) are full-fledged medical degrees accessible through NEET-UG 2026 at lower cut-offs than MBBS. Here is the full picture for NE India.
Career After MBBS in NE India: PG, Government Service and Practice Pathways
An MBBS degree from an NE India college opens pathways to NEET-PG, government service, central institution careers and private practice. Here is how to plan the journey from Day 1 of MBBS.
MBBS Admission in Assam 2026: Government Colleges, Cutoffs, Domicile & Counselling
Assam has six government medical colleges with approximately 650 MBBS seats. This guide covers every admission route available to Assam domicile students in 2026 — from DME Assam state quota to AIQ, management quota and open state options.
MBBS Admission for Meghalaya Students 2026: No State Quota — What You Can Do
Meghalaya is unique in NE India — there is no state government MBBS college with state quota seats. Meghalaya students must understand AIQ, management quota in other states, and NRI quota to map a realistic path to MBBS in 2026.
MBBS Admission in Manipur 2026: RIMS, JNIMS, AIQ and State Quota Explained
Manipur has two government medical colleges — RIMS Imphal (100% AIQ) and JNIMS (15 AIQ + 85 state quota). This guide explains who qualifies for state quota, what scores are needed, and what Manipur students can do if they miss government cutoffs.
MBBS Admission for Nagaland Students 2026: No State Medical College — Complete Pathway Guide
Nagaland has no state government medical college and no state quota MBBS seats. Nagaland students must navigate AIQ, management quota in other states and NRI quota to reach MBBS. This guide maps every realistic option for 2026.
MBBS Admission in Arunachal Pradesh 2026: TRIHMS, ST Quota and Open State Options
Arunachal Pradesh has one government medical college — TRIHMS Naharlagun — with 50 MBBS seats. Virtually all state quota seats are reserved for Scheduled Tribe candidates. Non-ST students must rely on AIQ and management quota in other states.
MBBS Admission in Mizoram 2026: ZMC Aizawl, State Quota and Your Options
Mizoram has one government medical college — ZMC Aizawl — with 50 MBBS seats. Like Arunachal Pradesh, state quota seats are predominantly reserved for Scheduled Tribe candidates. This guide covers every realistic option for Mizoram students in 2026.
MBBS Admission in Tripura 2026: AGMC Agartala, State Quota and Open State Counselling
Tripura has one government medical college — AGMC Agartala — with 100 MBBS seats and a significant tribal reservation structure. This guide explains who qualifies, what scores are needed, and what options Tripura students have if they miss government admission.
MBBS Admission for Sikkim Students 2026: No State College — How to Secure MBBS
Sikkim has no state government medical college and no state quota MBBS seats. Sikkim students must rely entirely on AIQ, management quota in other states, NRI quota and deemed universities. This guide explains all available pathways for 2026.