Odisha AYUSH NEET Counselling 2025 is a state-level admission process for students seeking admission into AYUSH courses like BAMS and BHMS in Odisha. Only candidates who have qualified the NEET-UG 2025 exam are eligible to participate in the counselling. The registration process for admission to both government and private AYUSH colleges in Odisha has officially started. Seats will be allotted based on NEET scores so eligible students are advised to register early and stay updated on the official schedule.
Through this article, you will get a complete overview of the Odisha AYUSH NEET counselling process, including details about the top AYUSH colleges in Odisha, eligibility criteria, required documents and more.
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Before we explore the Odisha AYUSH NEET counselling process, let’s briefly describe NEET.
| Particular | Description |
| Name of Examination | National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (UG) |
| Conducted by | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Ayush Counselling Conducting Authority | AYUSH Admissions Central Counselling Committee |
| NEET Exam Date | 4 May 2025 |
| NEET Result | 14 June 2025 |
| AACCC NEET Counselling Starting Date | 22 August 2025 |
| Odisha Ayush NEET Counselling Starting Date | 05 September 2025 |
| Odisha Ayush NEET Counselling Conducting Authority | Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) |
| Official Website | https://odishajee.com/ |
| No. of Government Seats in Odisha | BAMS – 90 BHMS – NA |
| No. of Private Seats in Odisha | BAMS – 60 BHMS – 80 |
Odisha AYUSH NEET Counselling 2025 Dates
Online applications are invited from NEET-UG 2025 qualified candidates for admission to AYUSH courses (BAMS/BHMS) under colleges affiliated with the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) for the academic year 2025-26. The counselling process will be conducted in three rounds, including registration, choice filling, seat allotment and admission confirmation:
| Event | Date / Time |
| 1st Round | |
| Candidate Registration & Choice Filling Starts | 5th Sept 2025, 12:00 Noon |
| Display of Mock Seat Allotment (based on choices till 7th Sept, 5:00 PM) | 8th Sept 2025, 5:00 PM |
| Activation of Choice Locking | 9th Sept 2025, 11:00 AM |
| End of Registration & Choice Locking | 10th Sept 2025, 11:59 PM |
| Data Reconciliation, Verification & Validation | 11th Sept 2025 |
| Seat Allotment – Round 1 & Downloading of Provisional Allotment Letter | 12th Sept 2025, 5:00 PM |
| Reporting at OJEE Cell (Gandamunda) – Document Verification, Fee Deposit, Freeze/Float Option | 15th Sept 2025 (10:00 AM) to 16th Sept 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Withdrawal/Exit from Seat Allocation Process | 15th Sept 2025 (10:00 AM) to 26th Sept 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| 2nd Round | |
| Candidate Registration & Choice Filling Starts | 27th Sept 2025, 12:00 Noon |
| Activation of Choice Locking | 31st Sept 2025, 11:00 AM |
| End of Registration & Choice Locking | 1st Oct 2025, 11:59 PM |
| Data Reconciliation, Verification & Validation | 2nd–3rd Oct 2025 |
| Seat Allotment – Round 2 & Downloading of Provisional Allotment Letter | 4th Oct 2025, 5:00 PM |
| Reporting at OJEE Cell (Gandamunda) – Document Verification, Fee Deposit, Freeze/Float Option | 6th Oct 2025 (10:00 AM) to 7th Oct 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Withdrawal/Exit from Seat Allocation Process | 4th Oct 2025 (10:00 AM) to 10th Oct 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| 3rd Round | |
| Candidate Registration & Choice Filling Starts | 18th Oct 2025, 12:00 Noon |
| Display of Mock Seat Allotment (based on choices till 19th Oct, 5:00 PM) | 20th Oct 2025, 5:00 PM |
| Activation of Choice Locking | 22nd Oct 2025 |
| End of Registration & Choice Locking | 23rd Oct 2025 |
| Data Reconciliation, Verification & Validation | 23rd Oct 2025 |
| Seat Allotment – Round 3 & Downloading of Provisional Allotment Letter | 24th Oct 2025, 5:00 PM |
| Reporting at OJEE Cell (Gandamunda) – Document Verification, Fee Deposit, Freeze/Float Option | 27th Oct 2025 (10:00 AM) to 28th Oct 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Withdrawal after Round 3 | Not Allowed |
| Stray Vacancy Round | Will be notified later |
Eligibility Criteria
Here is mentioned the eligibility criteria for admission to AYUSH Courses below in the table.
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
| Nationality | Indian citizens, NRIs and Foreign Nationals (conditions apply) |
| Domicile | Valid domicile certificate of Assam |
| Age Limit | Minimum 17 years as of December 31, 2025 |
| Qualification | Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as compulsory subjects. Minimum aggregate of 50% marks (40% for reserved categories). |
| Other AYUSH Courses | Specific eligibility criteria set by respective regulatory bodies and institutions. |
| Entrance Examination | NEET Entrance Examination |
Odisha AYUSH NEET Counselling 2025 Process
Candidates who have qualified NEET-UG 2025 can participate in the Odisha AYUSH State Counselling by visiting the official OJEE (Odisha Joint Entrance Examination) website. Here’s a simple breakdown of the counselling process:
| Step | Description |
| 1. Registration | Visit the official OJEE website and register for AYUSH NEET counselling. Fill in your basic details and create your login ID and password. |
| 2. Document Verification | After registration, visit the designated verification centre with all original documents and photocopies for verification. Only verified candidates can proceed further. |
| 3. Choice Filling & Locking | Log in to the counselling portal, select your preferred AYUSH courses and colleges based on priority, and lock your choices before the deadline. |
| 4. Seat Allotment | Seats will be allotted based on NEET rank, your choices, seat availability, and reservation criteria. The allotment result will be published on the OJEE portal. |
| 5. College Reporting | If you are allotted a seat, report to the assigned college within the given time frame for admission, document submission, and fee payment. |
Seat Reservation
The table of Seat Reservation criteria of Odisha Ayush NEET-UG Counselling in given below:
| Category | Reservation |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 12% |
| Scheduled Cast (SC) | 8% |
| Physically Challenged (PC) | 5% |
| Ex-Servicemen (ES) | 3% |
| Green Card Holders (GC) | 5% |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% |
Document Required
Candidates who are allotted a seat in Odisha AYUSH NEET Counselling 2025 must report with the required documents to complete their admission process.
- 10th Certificate.
- 12th Certificate.
- 12th Mark Sheet.
- NEET UG Admit Card.
- NEET UG Result/Scorecard.
- Category Certificate (if applicable).
- Domicile Certificate (for Assam candidates only).
- Certificate of Sub Category, If Applicable.
- ID Proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter card etc.)
- Transfer Certificate (if applicable)
Odisha AYUSH NEET Counselling 2025 Participating Colleges
Candidates applying for BAMS and BHMS courses through Odisha AYUSH NEET Counselling 2025 can explore top government and private colleges affiliated with the state medical university. Knowing about the colleges such as fees, courses, cut-off, ranking and affiliation can help you choose the right one.
BAMS Colleges in Odisha (Ayurvedic)
| S.No. | College Name | Type |
| 1 | Gopabandhu Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Puri | Government |
| 2 | Government Ayurvedic College, Bolangir | Government |
| 3 | K.A.T.S. Ayurvedic College, Ankushpur, Ganjam | Government |
| 4 | S.S.N. Ayurvedic College, Paikmal, Bargarh | Private |
BHMS Colleges in Odisha (Homeopathy)
| S.No. | College Name | Type |
| 1 | Dr. Abhinna Chandra Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital, Bhubaneswar | Government |
| 2 | Utkalamani Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital, Rourkela | Government |
| 3 | Odisha Medical College of Homoeopathy & Research, Sambalpur | Government |
| 4 | Biju Patnaik Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital, Berhampur | Government |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who conducts the Odisha Ayush NEET counselling 2025?
The counselling is conducted by the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Cell for admission to BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, and BNYS courses under State Quota and AIQ seats.
When will Odisha Ayush NEET 2025 counselling registration begin?
Registration for Round-1 is expected to begin in August–September 2025 (exact dates will be released on the official OJEE website: ojee.nic.in
Who is eligible for Odisha Ayush NEET counselling 2025?
Candidates must:
Qualify NEET-UG 2025 with the minimum cut-off percentile.
Be a domicile of Odisha (for state quota seats).
Be at least 17 years of age by 31st December 2025.
Have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English (minimum 50% marks for UR, 40% for SC/ST/OBC, 45% for PwD).
What is the application/registration fee?
The counselling fee is usually ₹1000–₹2000 (varies by category). Candidates must also deposit a security amount (adjustable in tuition fees if allotted a seat).
What is the counselling process for Odisha Ayush NEET 2025?
The process is as follows:
Online registration & payment of fee.
Uploading of documents for verification.
Publication of state merit list.
Choice filling & locking of colleges/courses.
Seat allotment (Round-1, Round-2, Mop-up).
Reporting to allotted institute with documents & fee payment.