Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 is being conducted by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot for admission to postgraduate medical courses in Punjab. Candidates who have qualified NEET PG 2026 and want admission to MD, MS, PG Diploma, DNB and other eligible postgraduate medical seats in Punjab must participate in the state counselling process.

As per the latest available update, Punjab NEET PG 2026 registration started on October 14, 2026, and candidates can submit their online applications until October 18, 2026. The detailed Round 1 schedule includes merit list publication, choice filling, seat allotment and reporting.

This page covers the latest Punjab NEET PG counselling dates, eligibility, registration process, choice filling, seat allotment, documents and important instructions for candidates.

Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Counselling Name	Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026
Conducting Authority	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot
Admission Basis	NEET PG 2026 Rank
Courses	MD, MS, PG Diploma, DNB and applicable PG medical courses
Counselling Level	Punjab State Counselling
Application Mode	Online
Registration Start Date	October 14, 2026
Registration Last Date	October 18, 2026
Choice Filling	October 24 to 29, 2026
Round 1 Seat Allotment	November 2, 2026
Official Website	bfuhs.ac.in

BFUHS has a dedicated NEET PG 2026 section on its official website for admission-related updates.

Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Latest Update

Punjab NEET PG 2026 counselling registration is currently open. Candidates interested in state quota PG medical admission must complete the BFUHS application within the prescribed deadline.

The application window is scheduled from October 14 to October 18, 2026, while the application fee can be paid up to October 19, 2026. The provisional merit list is expected on October 21, followed by choice filling from October 24 to October 29, 2026.

Candidates should regularly check the BFUHS admission portal because any revision in merit lists, seat matrix, allotment or reporting instructions will be published by the counselling authority.

Punjab NEET PG Counselling Dates 2026

The Round 1 counselling schedule is given below:

Event	Punjab NEET PG 2026 Date
Online application starts	October 14, 2026
Last date to apply	October 18, 2026
Last date for applicable fee payment	October 19, 2026
Correction/document-related formalities	Up to October 19, 2026
Provisional merit list	October 21, 2026
Last date to submit merit list objections	October 22, 2026
Revised merit list	October 23, 2026
Round 1 choice filling	October 24–29, 2026
Processing of seat allotment	As per BFUHS schedule
Provisional Round 1 allotment result	November 2, 2026
Objection against provisional allotment	November 3, 2026
Revised Round 1 allotment	November 4, 2026
Reporting and fee deposition	November 5–10, 2026

The schedule may be revised by BFUHS depending on MCC or administrative updates, so candidates should verify the latest notice before taking any counselling-related action.

Who Conducts Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026?

The Punjab state counselling process is managed by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot.

BFUHS manages important stages such as:

• Online registration
• Application fee payment
• Preparation of merit list
• Publication of seat vacancies
• Choice filling
• Seat allotment
• Counselling results
• Reporting and admission formalities

The allotment is primarily based on the candidate's NEET PG 2026 merit, category, eligibility, seat availability and choices submitted during counselling.

Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Eligibility

Before applying, candidates should ensure that they meet the eligibility conditions prescribed by BFUHS and the Punjab government.

In general, applicants should:

1. Have qualified NEET PG 2026.
2. Hold a recognised MBBS degree or provisional MBBS qualification.
3. Have completed or satisfied the required internship conditions.
4. Possess valid medical registration as required under applicable rules.
5. Fulfil Punjab state eligibility or institutional requirements for the category of seat being claimed.
6. Submit applicable reservation, service, minority or NRI documents when required.

Candidates applying under special categories such as PCMS/in-service, SC, BC, EWS, PwBD, NRI or minority quota should carefully check the specific documentation and eligibility rules applicable to them.

Punjab NEET PG 2026 Registration Process

Candidates can complete Punjab NEET PG counselling registration online through the BFUHS admission portal.

Step 1: Visit the BFUHS Website

Go to the official BFUHS website and open the NEET PG 2026 admission or counselling section.

Step 2: Complete New Registration

Enter the required details such as:

• Candidate name
• NEET PG details
• Mobile number
• Email ID
• Personal information
• MBBS details
• Category information

Make sure the entered information matches your original documents.

Step 3: Fill the Application Form

Complete all academic, personal and category-related details carefully.

Candidates should claim every applicable category correctly because category modification may be restricted after the registration deadline.

Step 4: Upload Documents

Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting certificates according to the specifications given by BFUHS.

Step 5: Pay the Registration Fee

Complete the online payment through the available payment gateway and keep the payment receipt for future reference.

Step 6: Save the Application

Download and save the final submitted application form.

Candidates should not wait until the final hours to register because payment, document upload or server-related issues can create unnecessary problems.

Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 Application Fee

According to the currently available 2026 counselling information, the application fee is:

Category	Application Fee
General/Other Categories	?5,900
SC Category	?2,950

The amount includes applicable GST. Candidates under NRI or other special categories may have additional charges or separate procedures.

Always confirm the amount displayed on the official BFUHS application portal before making payment.

Punjab NEET PG Merit List 2026

After registration closes, BFUHS will prepare the Punjab NEET PG merit list 2026 for eligible applicants.

The provisional merit list for Round 1 is scheduled for October 21, 2026, followed by an objection period and publication of the revised merit list.

The merit list may include details such as:

• Candidate name
• NEET PG rank
• Category
• State merit position
• Eligibility status

Only candidates included in the eligible counselling pool should proceed according to the choice filling schedule.

Punjab NEET PG Choice Filling 2026

Choice filling is one of the most important stages of Punjab PG medical counselling.

For Round 1, online choice filling is scheduled from October 24 to October 29, 2026.

During choice filling, candidates will select their preferred combinations of:

College + Branch + Seat/Quota Category

For example, a candidate may prefer General Medicine in one college over Anaesthesiology in another. Therefore, merely selecting good colleges is not enough—the order of choices matters significantly.

How to Prepare Your Choice List

Before submitting preferences, compare colleges on:

• Previous closing ranks
• Preferred specialty
• Government vs private college
• Tuition fee
• Stipend
• Service bond
• Penalty for discontinuation
• Patient load
• Clinical exposure
• Hospital infrastructure
• Location
• Hostel availability
• Academic environment

Candidates should arrange choices according to their actual preference, not simply according to what they think they will get at their current rank.

Punjab NEET PG Seat Allotment 2026

BFUHS will process the seat allotment after completion of choice filling.

The Round 1 provisional allotment result is scheduled for November 2, 2026, with the revised allotment scheduled for November 4 after the objection process.

Seat allocation typically depends on:

• NEET PG rank
• State merit position
• Candidate category
• Eligibility
• Choice order
• Seat availability
• Reservation rules

A higher preference entered above another option will normally be considered first when the candidate is eligible and a seat is available.

What to Do After Punjab NEET PG Seat Allotment

Candidates allotted a seat should carefully read the allotment instructions before reporting.

According to the currently published Round 1 timeline, reporting and applicable fee deposition are scheduled from November 5 to November 10, 2026.

Candidates may be required to:

• Download the allotment letter
• Pay the required admission fee
• Report to the allotted medical college
• Complete document verification
• Submit original certificates
• Complete joining formalities
• Follow upgrade or subsequent-round rules

Missing the reporting deadline can affect the allotted seat and further counselling eligibility, depending on the applicable round rules.

Documents Required for Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026

Candidates should keep original documents along with photocopies ready for verification.

Commonly required documents include:

• NEET PG 2026 admit card
• NEET PG 2026 scorecard/rank card
• MBBS degree or provisional degree certificate
• MBBS marksheets
• Internship completion certificate
• Medical registration certificate
• Date of birth proof
• Government-issued photo ID
• Passport-size photographs
• Category certificate, if applicable
• EWS certificate, if applicable
• PwBD certificate, if applicable
• Punjab eligibility/domicile-related documents, wherever required
• PCMS/in-service documents, where applicable
• NRI documents, where applicable
• Minority certificate or supporting documents, if applicable
• Allotment letter
• Fee payment receipt

The final document requirements can vary according to the candidate's category, quota and institution.

Punjab NEET PG Counselling Rounds 2026

The counselling process is generally conducted through multiple rounds.

Round 1

Round 1 includes registration, merit list, choice filling, seat allotment and reporting.

Round 2

Seats left vacant due to non-allotment, resignation, upgradation or other permitted reasons may become available in Round 2.

Candidates should check whether fresh registration or willingness submission is required under the BFUHS rules.

Round 3

Round 3 can be important for candidates who did not receive a suitable branch or college during the earlier rounds.

However, exit and resignation conditions may become stricter in later rounds.

Stray Vacancy Round

Any seats remaining vacant after the main counselling rounds may be offered through a stray vacancy process according to BFUHS and national counselling rules.

Candidates should understand eligibility carefully before participating in later rounds.

Government vs Private Medical Colleges in Punjab

Candidates should not prepare one identical strategy for government and private medical colleges.

Government colleges generally have lower tuition fees and often see stronger competition at preferred clinical branches.

Private medical colleges can offer additional opportunities at comparatively lower ranks, but candidates must examine the complete fee structure before locking choices.

Check:

Annual tuition fee + hostel fee + security deposit + miscellaneous charges + bond conditions

before selecting any expensive seat.

Punjab NEET PG Choice Filling Tips

Your choice filling strategy can directly affect your final allotment.

A practical preference list should contain three groups:

High Preference Choices:
Branches and colleges you strongly want, even if the previous cutoff appears slightly difficult.

Realistic Choices:
College-branch combinations reasonably close to your expected rank range.

Safety Choices:
Options that you would genuinely join if higher preferences are unavailable.

Do not fill a college merely because a seat appears available. If you would not join that college after allotment, understand the counselling rules and financial implications before adding it.

Important Mistakes to Avoid

Candidates commonly make avoidable counselling mistakes such as:

• Missing registration deadlines
• Entering an incorrect category
• Ignoring document requirements
• Copying another candidate's preference list
• Considering only previous-year cutoffs
• Ignoring fees and bond conditions
• Filling too few choices
• Not checking newly added or surrendered seats
• Failing to understand upgrade and exit rules
• Missing the reporting deadline

A good counselling strategy should combine rank, branch preference, budget, college quality and round-wise seat movement.

Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 – FAQs

Who conducts Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026?

Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot conducts the Punjab state NEET PG counselling process.

Has Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 registration started?

Yes. The currently published schedule shows online applications from October 14 to October 18, 2026.

When will Punjab NEET PG 2026 choice filling start?

Round 1 choice filling is scheduled from October 24 to October 29, 2026.

When is the Punjab NEET PG Round 1 result?

The provisional Round 1 seat allotment is scheduled for November 2, 2026, followed by the objection process and revised allotment.

Is NEET PG qualification compulsory for Punjab counselling?

Yes. Admission to eligible postgraduate medical seats through Punjab NEET PG counselling is based on NEET PG merit and fulfilment of applicable eligibility criteria.

Can candidates apply for both AIQ and Punjab state counselling?

Eligible candidates can generally participate in MCC counselling and Punjab state counselling, but they must carefully follow the joining, resignation and subsequent-round rules applicable to both processes.

Final Words

Punjab NEET PG Counselling 2026 is a crucial admission process for candidates targeting MD, MS, DNB and other eligible postgraduate medical courses in Punjab.

With registration already underway, candidates should complete their application on time and start preparing their preference list well before choice filling begins.

Do not choose colleges only on the basis of previous closing rank. Compare branch preference, fees, stipend, bond, clinical exposure, college type and realistic admission chances before locking choices.

Keep checking the official BFUHS website for the latest Punjab NEET PG 2026 merit list, seat matrix, choice filling notice, allotment result and reporting updates.

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