Eligibility Criteria for Gujarat NEET UG Counselling 2026

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Candidates seeking admission through Gujarat NEET UG Counselling 2026 have to meet the eligibility criteria as per the guidelines of the Admission Committee for Professional Undergraduate Medical Educational Courses (ACPUGMEC). Only candidates who fulfil the academic qualifications, age limit, NEET qualification, and domicile conditions are eligible to participate in the counselling process for MBBS, BDS and other undergraduate medical courses.

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Gujarat NEET UG Counselling 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following conditions before registering for Gujarat NEET UG Counselling.

1. NEET UG 2026 Qualification

Applicants must have appeared for NEET UG 2026 and obtained the minimum qualifying marks or percentile prescribed by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and ACPUGMEC. Admission is granted only on the basis of the NEET UG merit.

2. Educational Qualification

Candidates must have:

• Passed Class 12 (10+2) or an equivalent examination from a recognized board.
• Studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as compulsory subjects.
• Passed both the theory and practical examinations in the qualifying subjects.

Minimum Qualifying Marks in Higher Secondary Education

Below  mention the qualifying percentage students have to achieve to be eligible for NEET for every categories:

NEET UG 2026 Qualifying Requirement

The qualifying score is based on the official ACPUGMEC eligibility notification for the 2026–27 academic session which will be announced soon. Candidates must secure the minimum NEET qualifying score notified for their respective category.

3. Age Limit

Candidates must have completed 17 years of age on or before 31 December 2026 to be eligible for admission through Gujarat NEET UG Counselling.

4. Domicile Requirement

For admission under 85% Gujarat State Quota, the candidates should satisfy the domicile or local eligibility criteria as laid down by the Government of Gujarat and ACPUGMEC. Domicile certificates/study certificates may be required during document verification. 

5. Nationality

The following candidates are generally eligible to apply:

• Indian Citizens
• Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) for eligible NRI quota seats
• Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) candidates, subject to applicable rules and regulations

6. Reservation Eligibility

Candidates claiming reservation under SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, PwD categories should have valid certificates issued by the competent authority. These certificates will be produced at the time of document verification for the reservation benefits. 

Important Points to Remember

• You have to clear the NEET UG 2026 to be eligible for counselling.
• Qualifying for the NEET cut off is not sufficient for admission.
• Candidates are required to complete online registration within the prescribed schedule.
• Original Documents to be verified before Seat Allotment Confirmation
• The admission is based on NEET rank, category, preferences, availability of seats and fulfilment of eligibility conditions. 

FAQs About Eligibility Criteria for Gujarat NEET UG Counselling 2026

Ques. Who is eligible for Gujarat NEET UG Counselling 2026?

Ans: Candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026, passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English, and meet the eligibility conditions prescribed by ACPUGMEC are eligible to participate.

Ques. Is qualifying NEET UG 2026 mandatory for Gujarat counselling?

Ans: Yes. Only candidates who qualify NEET UG 2026 with the prescribed cutoff are eligible to register for Gujarat NEET UG Counselling.

Ques. What is the minimum age required for Gujarat NEET UG Counselling 2026?

Ans: Candidates must have completed 17 years of age on or before 31 December 2026 to be eligible for admission.

Ques. What are the minimum Class 12 marks required for Gujarat NEET counselling?

Ans: General and EWS candidates need 50% marks in PCB, PwD candidates require 45%, while SC, ST, and SEBC candidates must obtain 40% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.

Ques. Is a Gujarat domicile certificate mandatory for State Quota admission?

Ans: Yes. Candidates applying for the 85% Gujarat State Quota must fulfil the domicile or local eligibility requirements and submit the prescribed documents during verification.

Ques. Can NRI candidates apply for Gujarat NEET UG Counselling 2026?

Ans: Yes. Eligible NRI candidates can apply for admission under the NRI quota, provided they fulfil the eligibility conditions and submit the required documents specified by ACPUGMEC.