Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026
Authority: DHTE Arunachal Pradesh | MBBS & BDS State Counselling
Conducted by: Directorate of Higher & Technical Education (DHTE), Government of Arunachal Pradesh | Portal: apdhte.nic.in
Arunachal Pradesh · 1 Medical Colleges
About Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 – Complete MBBS Admission Overview 2026
Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 is the official state-level admission process for allocating MBBS, BDS, AYUSH and B.Sc. Nursing seats across NMC-approved medical and dental colleges in Arunachal Pradesh. The counselling is conducted by Directorate of Higher & Technical Education (DHTE), Government of Arunachal Pradesh through the official portal apdhte.nic.in. Every candidate seeking admission to a medical course in Arunachal Pradesh through the state route must qualify NEET UG 2026 (conducted by NTA on 3 May 2026) and register on this state portal during the prescribed window. The page you are reading is a verified, fact-checked guide cross-referenced with the National Medical Commission (NMC) UG seat matrix dated 03 December 2025 and the official DHTE Arunachal Pradesh brochure.
As per the NMC final undergraduate seat matrix for academic year 2025-26, Arunachal Pradesh offers approximately 100 MBBS seats spread across 1 NMC-recognised medical colleges. Of these, 85% of seats in government medical colleges are filled through DHTE Arunachal Pradesh state-level counselling, while the remaining 15% (All India Quota) are allotted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC, mcc.nic.in) under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. Private medical colleges located in Arunachal Pradesh reserve management and NRI quotas as per the state Fee Regulatory Committee directives, while deemed universities — wherever physically located — admit students exclusively through MCC counselling.
🎯 NEET 2026 Key Fact: TRIHMS is the only MBBS college; 85% state quota is 100% reserved for APST candidates. Free guidance: +91-7303848310.
DHTE Arunachal Pradesh – Counselling Authority & Significance
The Arunachal Pradesh state counselling process for NEET UG 2026 is online and merit-based. After the NEET UG result is declared (expected mid-June 2026), DHTE Arunachal Pradesh will release the state merit list, followed by online registration, document verification, choice filling and seat allotment in multiple rounds. Most counselling authorities run Round 1, Round 2, a Mop-Up Round and a Stray Vacancy Round in line with the Supreme Court timeline and central NMC guidelines. Candidates can register simultaneously for both MCC AIQ and DHTE Arunachal Pradesh state counselling — they are two different processes — but they cannot hold seats in both quotas at the same time. Upon final allotment, the candidate must report physically to the allotted college within the deadline (usually 5–7 days).
Reservation & Domicile in Arunachal Pradesh State Quota
Reservation in Arunachal Pradesh state quota: 85% State Quota at TRIHMS reserved exclusively (100%) for Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) candidates (with limited PwD APST / state-nominated exemptions). No separate SC, OBC, or EWS reservation in this quota. This reservation matrix applies strictly to the state-quota seats — the 15% AIQ pool follows the central reservation policy (SC 15%, ST 7.5%, OBC-NCL 27%, EWS 10%, PwD 5% horizontal). Candidates from non-Arunachal Pradesh states are not eligible for state-category benefits and must apply under the open category, except for AIQ where central reservations apply uniformly across India. Domicile / category certificates must be issued by the competent authority of Arunachal Pradesh for state-quota benefits.
Fees, Bond & Financial Planning
Fees in Arunachal Pradesh: Government college tuition in Arunachal Pradesh is in the range of First year ~₹70,000 – ₹77,100 (incl. tuition + admission + refundable deposit); recurring ~₹48,000/year for state-quota seats, while private and deemed colleges charge N/A (no private medical college in Arunachal Pradesh) annually. Hostel, mess and one-time admission charges are separate. All MBBS seats are at TRIHMS, a state government institution. Service bond: 1 year compulsory contractual / emergency rural health-facility service for MBBS graduates Penalty: ₹10,00,000 (₹10 Lakhs) for breaking bond / discontinuing course. All bond amounts and durations are best confirmed against the latest DHTE Arunachal Pradesh prospectus because state governments revise these periodically.
Post-MBBS Pathways – PG, NExT & Alternatives
After completing MBBS in Arunachal Pradesh, graduates can pursue postgraduate (MD/MS) seats through NEET PG 2026, super-speciality (DM/MCh) through NEET-SS, or super-speciality fellowships under NBE. Many also opt for FMGE/NExT preparation if they target practising abroad, while others move into clinical research, public health or healthcare administration. Aspirants who do not secure a state-quota seat in Arunachal Pradesh can also explore deemed universities via MCC, private medical colleges, or MBBS abroad in countries such as Russia, Georgia and Nepal. Allied alternatives include BAMS, BHMS, and B.Sc. Nursing under state and INC norms.
Compulsory Service Bond – Arunachal Pradesh
Service Bond: 1 year compulsory contractual / emergency rural health-facility service for MBBS graduates Penalty: ₹10,00,000 (₹10 Lakhs) for breaking bond / discontinuing course. Confirm the latest terms with DHTE Arunachal Pradesh before accepting an allotment. Pre-admission guidance: +91-7303848310.
Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 – Key Highlights at a Glance
| Counselling Authority | Directorate of Higher & Technical Education (DHTE), Government of Arunachal Pradesh |
|---|---|
| Official Website | apdhte.nic.in |
| Courses Covered | MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, B.Sc. Nursing, Paramedical (course mix varies by college) |
| MBBS Seats in State Counselling | 100 MBBS seats across 1 NMC-approved colleges that participate in DHTE Arunachal Pradesh state counselling. (Excludes 0 MCC-AIQ-only and 0 Deemed-University colleges in Arunachal Pradesh.) Source: NMC Final Seat Matrix dated 03-12-2025. |
| Government Colleges (state counselling) | 1 (100 seats — 85% state quota + 15% AIQ via MCC) |
| Private Colleges (state counselling) | 0 (0 seats — admitted via DHTE Arunachal Pradesh state counselling) |
| MCC AIQ-Only Institutes in Arunachal Pradesh | 0 (0 seats) — see Section C below for AIIMS / Central / ESIC institutes that do NOT appear in state counselling |
| Deemed Universities in Arunachal Pradesh | 0 (0 seats) — see Section D below for Deemed Universities filled via MCC Deemed counselling |
| State Quota | 85% of seats (in state govt colleges) — DHTE Arunachal Pradesh |
| All India Quota (AIQ) | 15% of state govt seats — via MCC at mcc.nic.in |
| Entrance Exam | NEET UG 2026 (NTA) — 3 May 2026 |
| Counselling Window | Expected July–October 2026 |
| Registration Fee | As notified by DHTE Arunachal Pradesh |
| Domicile Required | APST certificate mandatory for State Quota seats |
| Reservation Policy | 85% State Quota at TRIHMS reserved exclusively (100%) for Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) candidates (with limited PwD APST / state-nominated exemptions). No separate SC, OBC, or EWS reservation in this quota. |
| Govt College Fees | First year ~₹70,000 – ₹77,100 (incl. tuition + admission + refundable deposit); recurring ~₹48,000/year |
| Private College Fees | N/A (no private medical college in Arunachal Pradesh) |
| Service Bond | 1 year compulsory contractual / emergency rural health-facility service for MBBS graduates — Penalty: ₹10,00,000 (₹10 Lakhs) for breaking bond / discontinuing course |
| Helpline (Future Education) | +91-7303848310 | info@futeducation.com |
All Medical Colleges in Arunachal Pradesh – Classified by Counselling Path (NEET UG 2026)
Below is the complete official list of every NMC-approved MBBS college in Arunachal Pradesh as per the NMC Final Seat Matrix dated 03-12-2025 (Public Notice No. N-15029/09/2025-UGMEB), classified by which counselling body actually fills its seats. This matters because applying through the wrong counselling body means missing the seat entirely.
A. State Government Medical Colleges in Arunachal Pradesh 1 colleges · 100 seats
These are state-government and government-society medical colleges in Arunachal Pradesh. 85% of MBBS seats are filled through DHTE Arunachal Pradesh state counselling at apdhte.nic.in using a valid Arunachal Pradesh domicile certificate. The remaining 15% are All-India Quota (AIQ) seats filled by MCC at mcc.nic.in.
| College Name | Management | MBBS Seats (2025-26) |
|---|---|---|
| Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Sciences, Naharlagun | Govt | 100 |
| State Government Total | 1 colleges | 100 seats |
Counselling-path classification is based on NMC's published management category and MCC's deemed-college list 2024-25. Tap any private or deemed college name to view its dedicated admission page; if a college's page is not yet available you will land on our enquiry form — call +91-7303848310 for one-on-one help. For BDS, AYUSH, B.Sc. Nursing and paramedical seat matrices see the BDS guide, AYUSH guide and paramedical guide.
All Medical Courses Under Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 – UG, PG, AYUSH, Nursing & Paramedical
DHTE Arunachal Pradesh state counselling covers MBBS, BDS, AYUSH (BAMS/BHMS/BUMS), B.Sc. Nursing and paramedical programmes. Each card below provides verified course details, admission route and links to our full guides.
Top MBBS Colleges by Seat Count (NMC 2025-26)
Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Sciences, Naharlagun
MBBS – Govt
- Duration: 5.5 Years (4.5 + 1 yr internship)
- NMC approved · Source: 03-12-2025 seat matrix
- Route: NEET-UG → DHTE Arunachal Pradesh (state) / MCC (AIQ)
- Eligibility: NEET UG 2026 qualified + domicile (state quota)
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PG Courses (MD / MS / DM / MCh)
MD / MS
Postgraduate Medical Courses
- Duration: 3 Years each
- Available at Arunachal Pradesh govt & private colleges
- Route: NEET-PG → 50% AIQ (MCC) + 50% State (state authority)
- Specialties: Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, OB-Gyn, Anaesthesia, Radiology, Dermatology and more
DM / MCh
Super-Speciality
- Duration: 3 Years each
- Available at premier Arunachal Pradesh institutions
- Route: NEET-SS → NBE Counselling
- Areas: Cardiology, Neurology, Nephrology, Oncology & more
M.Sc. Nursing & M.Pharm
Allied PG Courses
- Duration: 2 Years each
- Route: INC entrance / GPAT
- Specialisations: Med-Surg, OBG, Paeds (Nursing); Pharmaceutics, Clinical Pharmacy
AYUSH Courses (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS) & BDS
BAMS / BHMS / BUMS
Ayurveda · Homoeopathy · Unani
- Duration: 5.5 Years each (4.5 + 1 yr internship)
- NEET UG 2026 mandatory
- AACCC conducts AIQ AYUSH counselling; state quota by DHTE Arunachal Pradesh
- Effective cutoffs typically lower than MBBS — strong fall-back
BDS
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
- Duration: 5 Years (4 + 1 yr internship)
- Route: NEET-UG → DHTE Arunachal Pradesh for state quota
- Lower NEET cutoff than MBBS; pathway to MDS & clinical practice
Nursing & Paramedical Courses
B.Sc. Nursing / GNM / ANM
Nursing Programmes
- B.Sc. Nursing: 4 Years | GNM: 3.5 Years | ANM: 2 Years
- NEET score is used for B.Sc. Nursing (post-2024 INC norms)
- INC-approved programmes; state & private institutes participate
BPT / BMLT / B.Pharm
Paramedical & Pharmacy
- BPT: 4.5 Yrs | BMLT: 3 + 1 Yrs internship | B.Pharm: 4 Yrs
- Merit / entrance based; CET or institutional admission
- High demand in Arunachal Pradesh healthcare sector
Diploma & Certificate
Healthcare Skills
- OT Tech, Dialysis Tech, ECG, X-Ray Tech
- Duration: 1–3 Years
- Open to non-NEET students; merit / direct admission
Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 – Step-by-Step Admission Process
The Arunachal Pradesh state counselling is conducted online by DHTE Arunachal Pradesh. Candidates may participate in both MCC AIQ counselling and state counselling simultaneously, but cannot retain seats in both. Below is the verified 6-step workflow for Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG 2026 admissions.
Qualify NEET-UG 2026
NTA exam on 3 May 2026. Qualifying percentile: 50th (Gen/EWS), 40th (Reserved), 45th (PwD). Use our Marks vs Rank tool to estimate AIR.
Register on DHTE Arunachal Pradesh Portal
Visit apdhte.nic.in during the announced window (Expected July–October 2026). Pay registration fee (As notified by DHTE Arunachal Pradesh) and upload required documents.
Merit List & Document Verification
DHTE Arunachal Pradesh publishes the state merit list. Verify name, NEET score, category, domicile and rank — report errors in the grievance window. Non-Arunachal Pradesh candidates appear under AIQ only.
Choice Filling & Locking
Fill college and course preferences carefully. Lock choices before deadline. Optimise order with the NEET College Predictor.
Seat Allotment & Reporting
Download allotment letter. Report to college within 5–7 days with originals. Download document checklist. Service bond signed at this stage where applicable.
Subsequent Rounds & Stray Vacancy
Round 2, Mop-Up Round, Stray Vacancy Round in sequence. Cutoffs typically ease in later rounds. Track latest counselling news daily.
⚡ Important: A candidate cannot hold an MCC AIQ seat and a state-quota seat at the same time. If you accept an AIQ seat in a later round, your state-quota seat is forfeited automatically per central rules. Call +91-7303848310 for personalised strategy.
Eligibility – Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026
Academic
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology + English from a recognised board
- General/EWS: minimum 50% aggregate in PCB
- SC/ST/OBC: minimum 40% aggregate in PCB
- PwD: minimum 45% aggregate in PCB
- Compartment-cleared candidates may apply if NMC norms are met
NEET & Age
- NEET-UG 2026: Mandatory for ALL — state, AIQ, deemed, NRI
- Qualifying percentile: 50th (Gen/EWS), 40th (Reserved), 45th (PwD)
- Minimum age: 17 years on 31 December 2026
- No upper age limit (Supreme Court ruling)
- Indian citizens, OCI/NRI may apply per NMC rules
Domicile & State Quota
- 85% State Quota: APST certificate mandatory for State Quota seats
- 15% AIQ: No domicile restriction — open to all India
- Category certificates must be from Arunachal Pradesh authority for state-quota benefits
- Out-of-state SC/ST/OBC certificates are NOT valid for Arunachal Pradesh state quota
- EWS certificate must be issued for the current FY; OBC requires Non-Creamy-Layer (NCL)
MBBS Fee Structure in Arunachal Pradesh 2026 – College-Wise
Government colleges in Arunachal Pradesh: First year ~₹70,000 – ₹77,100 (incl. tuition + admission + refundable deposit); recurring ~₹48,000/year.
Private & Deemed colleges in Arunachal Pradesh: N/A (no private medical college in Arunachal Pradesh).
All MBBS seats are at TRIHMS, a state government institution.
| College (sample) | Type | Annual Tuition (state quota) | MBBS Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Sciences, Naharlagun | Govt | First year ~₹70,000 – ₹77,100 (incl. tuition + admission + refundable deposit); recurring ~₹48,000/year | 100 seats |
*Subject to Arunachal Pradesh state Fee Regulatory Committee revision for 2026-27. Hostel, mess, exam & one-time admission charges are usually additional. Always verify the latest fee notification on the official college website or DHTE Arunachal Pradesh brochure before reporting. See the full college list above for all 1 NMC-approved colleges in Arunachal Pradesh.
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Compare All MBBS FeesArunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 – MBBS Seat Matrix (NMC 2025-26)
Arunachal Pradesh has 100 MBBS seats across 1 colleges that participate in state counselling (excluding 0 MCC AIQ-only institutes and 0 Deemed Universities). Source: NMC Final UG Seat Matrix dated 03-12-2025. The standard quota split for state government medical colleges is 85% state quota + 15% AIQ — exceptions exist for AIIMS / central / regional institutions which are filled fully through MCC AIQ counselling. Below is the seat-matrix view for the top 8 colleges by intake (approximate splits shown).
| College | Management | Total MBBS | AIQ Share | State Quota Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Sciences, Naharlagun | Govt | 100 | ~15 | ~85 |
Exact category-wise (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) seat breakdown is published by DHTE Arunachal Pradesh before each counselling round. AIIMS / central institutes follow their own institutional reservation. Use our NEET College Predictor for personalised estimates and check the central reservation policy for AIQ. The full college list with all seat counts is shown in §4 above.
Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 – NEET Cutoff Trends & Closing Ranks
Top Govt College – AIQ Gen R1
~AIR 1,000–10,000Highest competition. Target a high score for Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Sciences, Naharlagun.
State Quota (General)
Top govt: 580–660 marks | Lower-tier: 480–560 marksDHTE Arunachal Pradesh state-merit cutoffs vary by zone & college type.
Private / Management / NRI
350–520 marks | NRI: lower effective cutoffManagement/NRI seats become more accessible from Round 2 onwards.
Indicative Year-Wise NEET Cutoff – Arunachal Pradesh (Govt Quota, General)
| Year | Top Govt — Score (Gen, R1) | Top Govt — AIR (Gen, R1) | Lower-tier Govt Closing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | ~640–680 | ~AIR 1,000–4,000 | ~480–560 marks |
| 2024 | ~620–675 | ~AIR 1,500–5,000 | ~470–540 marks |
| 2023 | ~615–675 | ~AIR 1,800–6,000 | ~460–530 marks |
*Indicative ranges based on past trends. Final cutoffs are released after each counselling round. NEET 2024 used a revised total because of grace marks; NEET 2025 used the standard 720 total. Verify your closing rank against the official DHTE Arunachal Pradesh cutoff sheet.
⚡ Cutoff Insight 2026: TRIHMS is the only MBBS college; 85% state quota is 100% reserved for APST candidates. Use our College Predictor or call +91-7303848310 for personalised cutoff analysis.
Teaching Hospitals in Arunachal Pradesh – Clinical Exposure for MBBS Students
| Flagship Teaching Hospital | Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Sciences, Naharlagun |
|---|---|
| Bed Capacity | 500 – 3,000+ beds at flagship hospitals across Arunachal Pradesh |
| Accreditation | NMC approved; many top centres also NABH / NABL accredited |
| Super-Speciality Depts | Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Neurosurgery, Nephrology, Urology, Oncology, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (varies by hospital) |
| Diagnostics | CT, MRI 1.5T/3T, PET-CT (select centres), Cath Lab, 24×7 Emergency Lab |
| Operation Theatres | Modular OTs across major teaching hospitals in Arunachal Pradesh |
| OPD per Day | 1,000–5,000+ patients at flagship hospitals — exceptional clinical exposure |
| Emergency & Trauma | 24×7 Emergency & Trauma centres at govt & major private teaching hospitals |
Why Clinical Exposure in Arunachal Pradesh Stands Out
- Patient Diversity: Mix of urban, semi-urban & rural cases — strong differential-diagnosis skills
- Disease Profile: Tropical infections, NCDs, tertiary referrals — broad MBBS preparation
- Internship Stipend: Govt colleges typically pay ₹15,000–₹30,000/month (per state norms)
- NEET-PG Preparation: Robust hands-on clinical training boosts NEET-PG performance
- Research: ICMR / DST grants available at premier Arunachal Pradesh teaching hospitals
Infrastructure & Facilities at Arunachal Pradesh Medical Colleges – 2026
Lecture Halls & Labs
Air-conditioned digital lecture halls, anatomy & physiology labs, clinical-skills simulation centres at most Arunachal Pradesh medical colleges.
Central Library & e-Resources
Subscriptions to UpToDate, Clinical Key, MedLine, e-textbooks; quiet reading rooms; group-study pods.
Hostel Facilities
Separate boys' & girls' hostels; mess with multiple cuisine options; first-year hostel typically compulsory at govt colleges.
Sports & Recreation
Cricket, football, basketball, badminton, athletics, gymnasium; college-level annual sports meets.
Digital Campus & Wi-Fi
Campus-wide Wi-Fi, smart classrooms, online assessment portals, digital pathology & radiology.
Safety, Counselling & Wellness
24×7 security, anti-ragging committees, mental-health counselling cells, first-year orientation programmes.
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Arunachal Pradesh vs Top NEET Counselling States 2026
| State | Region | MBBS Seats | Govt Fee/yr | Pvt/NRI | Authority | Colleges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arunachal Pradesh ⭐ | Arunachal Pradesh | 100 | First year ~₹70,000 – ₹77,100 (incl. tuition + admission + refundable deposit); recurring ~₹48,000 | Yes (Pvt/NRI) | DHTE Arunachal Pradesh | 1 |
| Karnataka | Karnataka | 13,944 | ₹15K–₹40K | Yes | KEA Karnataka | 73+ |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu | 13,050 | ₹13.5K–₹40K | Yes | DME TN | 74 |
| UP | UP | 13,425 | ₹54K | Yes | DGME UP | 85+ |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra | 12,824 | ₹1.14L–₹1.30L | Yes | CET Cell | 73+ |
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Arunachal Pradesh vs Karnataka
Karnataka leads India with 13,944 MBBS seats and a recently revised SC (17%) and ST (7%) reservation. Compare its KEA-led system with Arunachal Pradesh's DHTE Arunachal Pradesh workflow, fee bands and bond policy.
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Maharashtra (CET Cell) has 12,824 seats and a govt-college tuition of ₹1.14–₹1.30 Lakh/yr. A useful comparison if you are choosing between metros and Arunachal Pradesh colleges.
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