CENTAC Puducherry NEET UG Counselling 2025: PwD Physical Examination Today!

CENTAC Puducherry NEET UG Counselling 2025 PwD physical examination is today, July 22, 2025, at JIPMER. Medical aspirants must report with all required documents for validation to secure MBBS/BDS admission.

The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC) for Puducherry NEET UG Counselling 2025 has scheduled the physical examination for its PwD candidates for today, July 22, 2025. This examination is a non-negotiable step for all PwD medical aspirants who have applied through CENTAC and wish to avail reservation benefits.

Reporting Venue: As per the official notification, PwD candidates must report to the Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry. Candidates should ensure they reach the venue well in advance of their scheduled time.

Purpose of Examination: The physical examination is conducted by a specially constituted Medical Board. Its primary objective is to objectively assess the nature and extent of the candidate's disability, verify the authenticity of the PwD certificate, and certify their eligibility for admission under the PwD category as per the regulations. This assessment ensures that seats are appropriately allocated to genuinely eligible PwD medical aspirants.

Mandatory Step: Participation in this physical examination is compulsory for all PwD candidates registered with CENTAC. Failure to appear for the examination on today, July 22, 2025, will result in the candidate's exclusion from the PwD category for seat allotment, and their candidature will be considered only under the General category (if applicable).

This critical step is designed to streamline the admission process and ensure fair representation for PwD medical aspirants in Puducherry's medical colleges.

Mandatory Documents and Important Instructions for PwD Aspirants 

To ensure a smooth physical examination process, PwD candidates must adhere to specific instructions and carry all the required documents. Any missing or incorrect documents could lead to complications.

Documents Required for Physical Examination: PwD medical aspirants reporting for the physical examination today must bring the following original documents along with self-attested photocopies:

• NEET UG 2025 Admit Card
• NEET UG 2025 Scorecard
• PwD Certificate (issued by a competent authority as per the latest MCI/NMC guidelines). This certificate must be recent and valid.
• All academic mark sheets and passing certificates (Class 10th and 12th).
• Proof of Date of Birth (e.g., Birth Certificate, Class 10th mark sheet).
• Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, Passport, Voter ID, etc.).
• CENTAC registration form printout.
• Recent passport-size photographs (matching those used in the NEET application).
• Any other documents specifically mentioned in the CENTAC brochure or notification.

Adherence to Instructions: Candidates are advised to follow all instructions provided by the CENTAC authorities and the Medical Board members during the examination. This includes maintaining decorum, cooperating with the medical staff, and adhering to any prevailing health and safety protocols.

Timely Reporting: Reaching the venue well before the designated time is crucial to avoid any last-minute rush or delays. Candidates should account for travel time and potential traffic.

Proper preparation of documents and strict adherence to instructions will facilitate a seamless physical examination for all PwD medical aspirants.

Significance of the Examination and Next Steps in Counselling 

The outcome of today's physical examination will directly influence the eligibility and merit status of PwD candidates in the subsequent CENTAC counselling rounds. This step is integral to the fair allotment of seats.

Impact on Merit List: Only PwD candidates who are certified by the Medical Board as eligible for the PwD category will be included in a separate PwD merit list. This merit list will then be used for seat allotment in the reserved PwD seats in medical and dental colleges under CENTAC. Their NEET UG 2025 rank will be considered within this specific category.

Subsequent Counselling Stages: Following the physical examination, CENTAC will proceed with the further stages of counselling, which typically include:

• Publication of the PwD merit list.
• Online choice filling for PwD candidates.
• Seat allotment based on merit, choices, and seat availability.
• Payment of admission fees.
• Physical reporting to the allotted college for final admission formalities.

Staying Updated: Medical aspirants must regularly check the official website of CENTAC, centac.admissions.nic.in, for all updates regarding the publication of the PwD merit list, choice filling schedules, seat allotment results, and reporting dates. Timely access to this information is vital for successful admission.

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