Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026

Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 – Complete Guide to MBBS & BDS Admission

Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 is the official state-level admission process for allocating MBBS and BDS seats across all medical and dental colleges in Arunachal Pradesh. Conducted by the Directorate of Health Services (DHS), Government of Arunachal Pradesh, this counselling covers the 85% state quota seats reserved for candidates holding a valid Arunachal Pradesh domicile certificate. The remaining 15% seats fall under the All India Quota (AIQ) managed by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). Every candidate seeking MBBS admission in India through the Arunachal Pradesh state route must qualify NEET UG 2026 and register on the DHS Arunachal Pradesh portal.

Arunachal Pradesh offers ~100 MBBS seats across 1 medical colleges for the 2026-27 session, comprising 1 (Tomo Riba Institute of Health & Medical Sciences – TRIHMS, Naharlagun) government and 0 private institutions. TRIHMS Naharlagun (est. 2014) is Arunachal Pradesh's first and only medical college. The state also receives Central Pool nominations to other NE India colleges including NEIGRIHMS Shillong. Arunachal candidates are eligible for NE Open quota at various central institutions. The state counselling process ensures transparent, merit-based admissions following NEET counselling guidelines prescribed by MCC and NMC. Understanding the reservation policy and cutoff trends is essential for making informed choice-filling decisions.

DHS Arunachal Pradesh – Counselling Authority & Process

The Arunachal Pradesh NEET counselling process is conducted in offline + online hybrid mode through the official portal (dhsfw.arunachal.gov.in). After NEET UG 2026 results are declared (expected June 2026), DHS Arunachal Pradesh publishes a state merit list based on NEET scores and domicile verification. Eligible candidates participate in multiple counselling rounds — Round 1, Round 2, mop-up, and stray vacancy — where they fill college and course preferences before the seat allotment algorithm assigns seats based on merit, category, and availability. Candidates allotted a seat must report to the assigned college with original documents and pay fees within the stipulated timeline. The registration fee is ₹500–₹1,000. Stay updated via the latest NEET news section.

Why Choose Arunachal Pradesh for MBBS 2026?

Arunachal Pradesh offers quality medical education through its 1 colleges with government fees ranging from ₹15,000 – ₹50,000/year. The attached teaching hospitals provide robust clinical training essential for a successful medical career. Arunachal Pradesh's reservation structure provides opportunities: ST ~80%+ (predominantly Arunachali tribes – Adi, Apatani, Nyishi, Monpa, Tagin, Mishmi, etc.), SC ~minimal, OBC ~5%, EWS ~10%, PwD 5% horizontal. Students looking for affordable MBBS options or top private colleges should carefully compare Arunachal Pradesh with other states. Our team at Future Education has guided thousands of NEET aspirants — call +91-7303848310 for free, personalised guidance.

Post-MBBS Career Prospects

Graduates from Arunachal Pradesh medical colleges consistently perform well in NEET PG examinations and secure postgraduate seats across India. PG programmes (MD/MS) are available at select Arunachal Pradesh colleges, providing pathway to specialisation. Explore private medical college admission routes if Arunachal Pradesh cutoffs are competitive. For alternative pathways, check MBBS abroad options in Russia, Georgia, and Kazakhstan. For those exploring alternative healthcare careers, see our guides on BAMS, BHMS, B.Sc. Nursing, and paramedical courses.

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