Assam NEET Counselling 2026 — Complete Guide
Want to do MBBS from Assam? You need to understand the counselling process of DME Assam (Directorate of Medical Education, Assam). In Northeast India, Assam is an important state for medical education — there is a lot of competition to get into Gauhati Medical College.
Assam NEET counselling 2026 for state quota seats will be done by DME Assam. 85% seats are under state quota, 15% are for AIQ.
To understand the counselling process in detail: Check our NEET Counselling page.
Northeast State Quota Rules — What is Special?
Northeast states have some special rules:
NE Quota:
- Some seats are reserved for **North East States** (Assam, Nagaland, Mizoram, Manipur, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Tripura, Sikkim)
- **5% seats** in central government institutions are reserved for the NE region
- This is called **"Northeast quota"**
Assam State Quota:
- 85% seats are reserved for Assam residents
- Both domicile and schooling are required
For more information about the quota system: Talk to our expert NEET counsellors.
Step-by-Step Assam Counselling Process
Step 1: Registration
Register on the DME Assam official website. Merit list based on NEET 2026 score.
Registration Fee:
- General/OBC: ₹1000
- SC/ST: ₹500
Step 2: Choice Filling
Fill your choices from 10+ government medical colleges in Assam.
Step 3: Document Verification
Online document verification. In some cases, offline also.
Step 4: Seat Allotment
Multiple rounds:
- Round 1
- Round 2
- Mop-up Round
Step 5: College Reporting
Confirm admission in the allotted college.
How to do choice filling smartly? Take guidance with our counselling plans.
Top Government Medical Colleges in Assam 2026
College Name | Location | Approx Annual Fees |
|---|---|---|
Gauhati Medical College & Hospital (GMCH) | Guwahati | ₹40,000 – ₹65,000 |
Assam Medical College (AMC) | Dibrugarh | ₹35,000 – ₹60,000 |
Jorhat Medical College | Jorhat | ₹30,000 – ₹55,000 |
Silchar Medical College | Silchar | ₹30,000 – ₹55,000 |
Barpeta Medical College | Barpeta | ₹25,000 – ₹50,000 |
Diphu Medical College | Diphu | ₹25,000 – ₹50,000 |
Nagaon Medical College | Nagaon | ₹25,000 – ₹50,000 |
Kokrajhar Medical College | Kokrajhar | ₹25,000 – ₹50,000 |
Tinsukia Medical College | Tinsukia | ₹25,000 – ₹50,000 |
Do you have a chance at GMCH / AMC Dibrugarh with your score? Check with our NEET College Predictor.
Assam MBBS Cutoff 2025 (Expected Trend for 2026)
Category | GMCH Guwahati (Closing Rank) | AMC Dibrugarh (Closing Rank) | Other Govt (Closing Rank) |
|---|---|---|---|
General | 5,000 – 12,000 | 12,000 – 22,000 | 22,000 – 40,000 |
OBC | 15,000 – 30,000 | 30,000 – 50,000 | 50,000 – 80,000 |
SC | 30,000 – 60,000 | 60,000 – 90,000 | 90,000 – 1,40,000 |
ST | 50,000 – 1,00,000 | 1,00,000 – 1,50,000 | 1,50,000 – 2,20,000 |
ST (Hill) | 60,000 – 1,20,000 | 1,20,000 – 1,70,000 | 1,70,000 – 2,40,000 |
GMCH Guwahati has the highest cutoff in Assam. New medical colleges (Kokrajhar, Tinsukia, Nagaon) have a relatively low cutoff — in general category, there is a chance up to 35,000-40,000 rank.
Assam State Quota Eligibility
Eligibility for Assam State Quota:
- **Assam Domicile:** You are a permanent resident of Assam
- **Schooling:** Minimum 10 years schooling in Assam
- **Parent's Residence:** Parents live in Assam
Special Categories:
- **Indigenous / Tribal:** ST (Hill) and ST (Plain) are separate categories
- **Tea Garden Community:** Reservation for residents of Assam tea garden areas
Reservation Breakdown:
- General (UR): 50%
- OBC/MOBC: 15%
- SC: 7%
- ST (Plain): 10%
- ST (Hill): 5%
- Tea Garden: 5%
- EWS: 10%
For category-wise consultation: Our helpdesk will tell the best options in your category.
Fee Structure — Assam MBBS 2026
College | Tuition Fee (Annual) | Total Fees (Approx) |
|---|---|---|
Gauhati Medical College | ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 | ₹40,000 – ₹65,000 |
Assam Medical College, Dibrugarh | ₹20,000 – ₹30,000 | ₹35,000 – ₹60,000 |
Jorhat Medical College | ₹18,000 – ₹25,000 | ₹30,000 – ₹55,000 |
Silchar Medical College | ₹18,000 – ₹25,000 | ₹30,000 – ₹55,000 |
New Medical Colleges | ₹15,000 – ₹22,000 | ₹25,000 – ₹50,000 |
Assam government college fees are very affordable — from ₹25,000 to ₹65,000 per year. Private colleges are also available but limited.
Private Medical Colleges in Assam
College Name | Location | Approx Fees (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
Down Town Medical College | Guwahati | ₹10-14 Lakh |
Jagiroad Medical College | Jagiroad | ₹8-12 Lakh |
Khanapara Medical College | Guwahati | ₹8-12 Lakh |
Admission to private colleges also happens through DME Assam counselling. Management quota has a separate process.
Documents Required for Assam NEET Counselling 2026
- NEET 2026 admit card
- NEET 2026 scorecard
- Class 10 mark sheet & certificate
- Class 12 mark sheet & certificate
- Assam domicile certificate
- Caste / Tribe certificate (ST Hill / ST Plain / SC / OBC)
- Tea Garden community certificate (if applicable)
- EWS certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card
- Passport size photos (4-6)
- School leaving certificate
- Income certificate (for fee concession)
How to prepare documents? Book a live counselling session and get expert guidance.
Important Dates — Assam NEET Counselling 2026 (Expected)
Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
NEET 2026 exam | May 2026 |
NEET result | June 2026 |
DME Assam registration | July 2026 |
Choice filling | July – August 2026 |
Round 1 seat allotment | August 2026 |
Round 2 seat allotment | September 2026 |
Mop-up round | September – October 2026 |
College reporting | October 2026 |
Tips for Assam MBBS Aspirants
- **Both Domicile and Schooling are Needed:** For Assam quota, both domicile and minimum 10 years of schooling are required. Keep proof ready in advance.
- **Check Tribe Certificate:** If you belong to ST (Hill) or ST (Plain) category, get the certificate made in advance. This will help you get a better college.
- **If You Are from Tea Garden Community, Use the Benefit:** Reserved seats are available for the Tea Garden community — cutoff is also low.
- **Fill All Colleges:** Keep GMCH at the top. But do not ignore new colleges — they are important for backup.
- **Also Check NE Quota:** There is 5% reservation in central institutions for Northeast region students. Register in both.
Consult an expert at least once: Book a live counselling session — we will guide you through the complete counselling.
Need Expert Guidance?
For MBBS admission 2026 in Assam, you need to follow the DME Assam counselling process. For top colleges like GMCH Guwahati, AMC Dibrugarh, Jorhat Medical College, you need a smart strategy. Assam medical college fees are very affordable and the quality is also good. Use the special NE quota and tr