CEE Kerala publishes final merit list and category list for PG-medical admissions 2025

The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, has published the Final Merit List and Category List for the NEET PG 2025 admissions (MD/MS/Diploma). This definitive release concludes the document verification process and establishes the official State Rank Order. The list is crucial for candidates who filled options by the November 12, 2025, 5:00 PM deadline, as it will determine the provisional allotment on November 14 and the final allotment on November 15, 2025. Aspirants must now focus on checking the allotment results and preparing for the college joining period (November 17-20, 2025).

The highly anticipated moment of confirmation has arrived for thousands of medical aspirants targeting postgraduate seats in Kerala. The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, the state’s designated counselling authority, has officially published the Final Merit List and the corresponding Category List for the NEET PG 2025 MD/MS/PG Diploma admissions. This release is a milestone, signifying the conclusion of the meticulous document verification and rectification processes that followed the initial provisional list.

​The publication of the final lists provides absolute clarity on the State Rank and Reservation Status of every eligible candidate, which are the two critical factors determining the ultimate seat allotment. With the option registration (choice filling) window for the first round having just closed (November 12, 2025, 5:00 PM), the entire admission machinery is now geared towards the seat allocation. This article serves as an essential guide for aspirants to understand the significance of these final lists and prepare for the immediate next steps in the Kerala PG Medical counselling timeline.

​ Final Merit List: Significance and Candidate Verification

​The Final Merit List supersedes all previous provisional lists and confirms the official rank order of all candidates eligible for the 50% State Quota seats in Government, Self-Financing, and other institutions in Kerala.

• ​Finality of State Rank: The ranking in this list is derived from the NEET PG 2025 All India Rank (AIR) but is exclusive to candidates who applied and completed the registration process for the Kerala State counselling. This State Rank is the primary basis for the seat allotment algorithm.
• ​Resolution of Defects: The "Final" designation indicates that all discrepancies flagged in the earlier defective lists (such as errors in Nativity, Internship Completion, or Mandatory Service documents) have been successfully rectified by the candidates, and the lists now reflect only truly eligible applicants.
• ​What to Verify Immediately: Candidates must visit the official CEE Kerala website (cee.kerala.gov.in) and log into the 'PG Medical 2025-Candidate Portal' to download the official PDF. They should cross-check the following for the final time: 
  • ​Application Number and Roll Number: Ensure correct mapping of identification details.
  • ​Final State Merit Rank: Note this rank as it determines the allocation.
  • ​Final Category Status: Verify the assigned category for reservation eligibility, as detailed in the separate Category List.

​ The Category List: Reservation and Allotment Impact

​While the Final Merit List gives the overall rank, the Final Category List is equally vital, as it governs the application of reservation rules across different specializations and colleges.

• ​Communal Reservation: Kerala follows a detailed system of communal reservation, and the Category List confirms the status of candidates under categories like Ezhava (EZ), Muslim (MU), Other Backward Hindu (BH), Schedule Caste (SC), Schedule Tribe (ST), among others. This category rank dictates their entitlement to reserved seats.
• ​Special Reservation and Quotas: Separate lists or sections within the main list are provided for candidates applying under special categories, such as the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) Quota and various Service Quotas (Medical Education Service, Health Service, etc.). Candidates must confirm their inclusion and eligibility status in the relevant lists.
• ​Direct Impact on Allotment: Seat allotment is a two-step process: first, seats are distributed based on the Overall Merit Rank (Final Merit List), and then, the remaining seats are filled based on the Category Ranks (Final Category List). A strong Category Rank can secure a highly competitive seat even if the Overall State Rank is moderate.

​ Crucial Next Steps: Seat Allotment and Reporting Schedule

​With the final lists published and option registration concluded, all attention now shifts to the automated seat allotment process. The following dates are non-negotiable and demand strict adherence from every aspirant:

• ​Provisional Allotment Result:November 14, 2025 
  • ​A preliminary result showing the tentative seat allotted based on the choices submitted by November 12, 2025. Candidates should view this to prepare for the final result.
• ​Final Allotment Result: November 15, 2025
  • ​The definitive list of seats allocated in Round 1. Successful candidates must download their Allotment Memo from the Candidate Portal.
• ​Reporting to Allotted College:November 17 to November 20, 2025 (4:00 PM) 
  • ​This is the mandatory period for allotted candidates to report to the respective Medical College (Government or Self-Financing). The process includes: 
    • ​Submission of Original Documents: All required documents (MBBS Certificates, Internship Completion, NEET PG Scorecard, Nativity, Caste Certificate, Allotment Memo, etc.) must be physically presented.
    • ​Fee Payment: Payment of the prescribed tuition fee, or at least the security deposit balance, is essential to confirm the admission.

​Failure to report and complete the admission formalities within this stringent window will result in the cancellation of the allotted seat and forfeiture of the paid security deposit (\text{₹} 10,000 or \text{₹} 5,000), making the candidate ineligible for subsequent rounds.

​Conclusion

​The release of the CEE KeralaFinal Merit List and Category List for PG Medical Admissions 2025 is the final official document confirming eligibility for the current counselling session. With the choice filling already complete and the Final Allotment Result due on November 15, 2025, aspirants must now prepare for the intensive reporting phase. The period from November 17 to November 20, 2025, is the ultimate deadline for securing the seat by physically joining the college. All successful candidates are urged to keep their original documents ready and ensure financial preparedness for this final, high-stakes step.

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