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NEET UG Counselling 2026: Documents Checklist

Document verification is where counselling authorities confirm the identity, category, and eligibility claims you made at registration. Missing or mismatched documents can delay or disqualify an otherwise valid choice.

Prepare both originals and photocopies — verification (whether online or in person) usually requires both, and scanned uploads need to meet specific format and size rules set by the portal.

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Last updated 2026-09-09

Core documents most candidates need

This list covers what's commonly required across MCC and most state counselling processes. Your specific state may ask for additional documents — always cross-check against your counselling authority's official checklist.

  • NEET UG admit card and rank/scorecard
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates (proof of age and eligibility)
  • A government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, passport, or equivalent)
  • Category certificate (OBC/SC/ST/EWS) issued within the validity period the counselling body accepts
  • PwD certificate, if applicable, from a competent medical authority
  • Domicile/residence certificate for state quota counselling
  • Passport-size photographs matching your NEET UG application photo
  • Provisional allotment letter (once issued, for the reporting stage)

Common document mistakes

Certificates issued after the cutoff date specified by the counselling authority, name spelling mismatches across documents, and expired category/income certificates are the most common reasons candidates face issues at verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need notarized or attested copies?+

Requirements vary by counselling authority and verification centre. Check your specific counselling bulletin — some accept self-attested copies, others require gazetted-officer attestation.

What if a document isn't ready before registration closes?+

Some documents (like a provisional degree or a fresh category certificate) can be arranged in parallel, but core eligibility documents (admit card, mark sheets, category certificate) should be ready before you register — plan for processing time at your issuing authority.

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