Kerala CEE Activates Second Round of DNB (Post MBBS) Allotment Process for 2025 Admissions as Dates Are Finalised

The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE Kerala) has officially commenced the Second Round of the DNB (Post MBBS) Allotment Process for the 2025-2026 academic year. Candidates seeking admission to the 3-year DNB broad specialty courses must complete the mandatory online option confirmation and re-arrangement before the deadline of December 17, 2025. This article provides the detailed Round 2 counselling schedule, outlines the essential steps for option confirmation, and highlights the next critical stages of provisional and final allotment publications, ensuring PG medical aspirants are well-prepared for the final phase of admission.

The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, has activated the second phase of the centralized allotment process for DNB (Post MBBS) courses for the 2025 admission session. This round is specifically designed to fill the vacant seats remaining after the First Allotment and any seats expected to be released through the option confirmation process. The activation of the online option confirmation facility on December 11, 2025, marks a crucial step for candidates vying for the prestigious DNB PG medical seats offered in various hospitals across the state. The entire counselling schedule is tightly packed, demanding immediate action from all eligible candidates.

Mandatory Steps: Option Confirmation and Editing

Participation in the Second Round Allotment is not automatic. All candidates who registered options in the first round and wish to be considered for the second round must confirm their choices online.

• Option Confirmation Window: The window for online option confirmation runs from December 11 to December 17, 2025 (5:00 PM).
• Mandatory Confirmation: Eligible candidates must log into the 'DNB (Post MBBS) 2025 - Candidate Portal' and click the 'Option Confirmation' menu. Failure to confirm options by the deadline will result in exclusion from the Second Round Allotment.
• Re-arrangement/Deletion: Candidates who confirm their options are also allowed to re-arrange their higher options or delete any unwanted options during this period. This strategic choice filling is critical as allotment is purely based on merit, available vacancies, and the confirmed order of preferences.

Kerala DNB (Post MBBS) Round 2 Allotment Schedule

The CEE Kerala has announced a compressed timeline for the second round, aiming to finalize the admissions quickly and efficiently.

Reporting and Admission Protocol

Candidates who are successfully allotted a DNB seat in the second round must strictly follow the prescribed admission protocol to secure their spot.

• Allotment Memo Download: Successful candidates must download the Allotment List and memo from the CEE portal immediately after the final result is published.
• Fee Payment: The required fee must be paid to the allotted institution within the specified joining period (December 22 to December 28, 2025).
• Document Verification: Candidates must report to the allotted institution with their original documents and fee payment receipt for mandatory physical verification and completion of admission formalities. Failure to report within the stipulated timeframe will lead to the forfeiture of the seat and potential ineligibility for subsequent counselling rounds.
• Seat Availability: The allotment is conducted against the current DNB seat matrix, which includes seats carried forward from Round 1 and any newly approved vacancies.

Conclusion: Timely Action is Crucial

The activation of the Kerala CEE DNB (Post MBBS) Round 2 counselling process represents a vital last opportunity for many to secure a postgraduate medical seat in the state. The entire process hinges on timely and accurate execution of the option confirmation step. All eligible candidates must log in and confirm their options before the strict deadline of 5:00 PM on December 17, 2025, and consistently check the official CEE Kerala website (www.cee.kerala.gov.in) for the provisional and final allotment list releases.

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