The commencement of the Kerala NEET counselling 2024 application process was announced by the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations (CEE) in Thiruvananthapuram on March 27, 2024. The deadline for applications was extended to April 19, 2024, at 5 PM, from the initial date of April 17, 2024. Candidates were instructed to submit their documents by April 24, 2024. This signifies the beginning of the registration phase. The NEET 2024 exam for candidates was scheduled to take place on May 5, 2024. Upon the release of the NEET 2024 results on June 14, 2024, candidates are required to upload their scores within the specified timeframe.
The Kerala NEET 2024 counseling is set to take place for various medical courses like MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BUMS, BHMS, BSMS, and BSc Nursing offered in Kerala. CEE Kerala will publish merit lists based on NEET scores before the start of the process, and only students whose names appear on the merit list will qualify to join the Kerala NEET counseling in 2024.
Kerala NEET counselling for the year 2024 will provide a total of 3,182 MBBS seats and 2,077 BDS seats. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will need to register and select their preferred choices. Subsequently, CEE Kerala will announce the seat allotment results. The counselling process is expected to include around three rounds, with the possibility of additional rounds depending on seat availability. This counselling is specifically held for admission to 85% of the State Quota seats in Kerala.
Kerala NEET Counselling 2024 Overview
Below is a summary of the key points from the Kerala NEET counseling in 2024.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) |
| NEET 2024 Date | 05-May-2024 |
| NEET 2024 Result | 14-Jun-2024 |
| Kerala NEET Counselling 2024 Conducting Body | Commissioner of Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala |
| Kerala NEET Counselling Website | www.cee.kerala.gov.in |
| Kerala NEET Counselling 2024 Dates | July 2024 onwards |
| Kerala NEET Counselling 2024 Courses | MBBSBDSBAMSBSMSBHMSBUMS |
| Kerala NEET Counselling 2024 Seats | MBBS – 3,182BDS – 2,077 |
Kerala NEET Counselling 2024 Important Dates
Please refer to the table below for the full timetable of the Kerala NEET 2024 examination.
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| Jun ’24 | NEET 2024 Score SubmissionTENTATIVE |
| Jul ’24 | Kerala NEET 2024 Round 1 Choice FillingTENTATIVE |
| Jul ’24 | Kerala NEET 2024 Rank/Merit ListTENTATIVE |
| Aug ’24 | Kerala NEET 2023 Round 1 Seat Allotment ListTENTATIVE |
| 05 Aug ’24 – 08 Aug ’24 | Kerala NEET 2023 Round 1 Institute Reporting |
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
| 27 Mar ’24 – 19 Apr ’24 | Kerala NEET Counselling 2024 Registration |
Kerala NEET Counselling 2024 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for Kerala NEET counseling 2024 are stated below:
- Applicants must hold Indian citizenship. People of Indian Origin (PIO) or Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) are also eligible to apply for Kerala NEET 2024 counseling; however, these candidates are not entitled to any reservation benefits.
- Keralite: This category will encompass all candidates who are residents of Kerala. Additionally, children of officers in the All India Service (AIS) who are posted in Kerala will also fall under this category, but they will not be able to avail of any reservation benefits.
- Non-Keralite Category I (NK I): A candidate falling into this category is allowed to apply for Kerala NEET counseling in 2024 but is not entitled to any reservation benefits. To be classified under this category, a candidate must meet one of the following criteria:
- A candidate who has completed the 12th grade at a school in Kerala and whose parent(s) are currently serving as Government of India employees in Kerala.
- An applicant who has completed the 12th grade in a Kerala-based institution and has a parent employed by the Government of India, serving in Kerala for at least two years. Furthermore, an applicant who has resided in Kerala for a minimum of five years during their school education. Lastly, an applicant who has finished their education from grade 8 to 12 in a Kerala-based institution.
Kerala NEET Counselling Reservation Criteria
Below is the table containing the reservation criteria for Kerala NEET counselling in 2024.
| Category | Reservation |
|---|---|
| State Merit | 60% |
| Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC)Ezhava (EZ)Muslim (MU)Other Backward Hindu (BH)Latin Catholic and Anglo-Indian (LA)Dheevara and related communities (DV)Viswakarma and related communities (VK)Kusavan and related communities (KN)Other Backward Christian (BX)Kudumbi (KU) | 9%8%3%3%2%2%1%1%1% |
| Scheduled Castes & Scheduled TribesScheduled Castes (SC)Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8%2% |
How to Apply for Kerala NEET Counselling 2024
In order to participate in the Kerala NEET 2024 counseling through KEAM 2024, applicants were required to adhere to the following steps:
- Visit the CEE Kerala website – cee.kerala.gov.in or directly enter the link – https://www.cee.kerala.gov.in/keamonline2024/instruction?open-reg
- Select the mandatory checkboxes and click on the ‘Proceed for Registration’ tab
- Fill up the mandatory fields
- Upload the requisite documents or certificates
- Please upload a photo with dimensions of 150 pixels width and 200 pixels height, and a file size ranging from 15 kb to 100 kb. Additionally, upload a signature with dimensions of 150 pixels width and 100 pixels height, and a file size between 10 kb and 100 kb.
- Pay the application fee
Kerala NEET 2024 Counselling Process
Below is the detailed procedure to take part in the Kerala NEET counseling for the year 2024.
Online Application Form:
In order to take part in the Kerala NEET 2024 counseling, candidates need to sign up on the CEE’s official website. During registration, candidates must furnish a valid email address and phone number. It is recommended that candidates use the same email and phone number they used for registering on the NTA NEET website. The login details received upon successful registration should be kept secure until the admission process concludes.
With these login details, applicants can access their accounts and fill out the application form for the Kerala NEET counseling in 2024. An non-refundable counseling fee must be paid to finalize the online application. The application fee should be submitted online through credit card, debit card, or net banking information.
Kerala NEET counselling 2024: Application Fee
The following table displays the Kerala NEET counseling fees for each category in 2024.
| Category | Fee (In INR) |
|---|---|
| General | 625 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Nil |
Uploading NEET 2024 Scores
Below are the instructions for uploading the NEET 2024 result on the CEE website for the Kerala NEET counseling 2024:
- Visit the CEE Kerala website – cee.kerala.gov.in
- Follow the link to ‘KEAM 2024-Candidate Portal’ and enter your KEAM-2024 Application Number and Password to access the candidate’s Home Page.
- Please click on ‘NEET Result Submission’ and enter your NEET (UG)-2024 Roll Number, NEET (UG)-2024 Application Number, and NEET (UG)-2024 Date of Birth.
- Verify the details shown on the screen such as Candidate Name, Father’s Name, NEET 2024 Score, Percentile, AIR, etc.
- If the details are correct, click the ‘ Verified and Submit’ button.
- Please print out the ‘NEET Result Submission Report’ and have the candidate keep it for future reference.
The submission of NEET 2024 scores will commence starting from June 14, 2024, coinciding with the announcement of the NEET results.
Kerala NEET Merit List 2024
The online release of the Kerala NEET merit list is forthcoming. It will include the application number, NEET marks, NEET rank, and State rank of candidates seeking admission to Kerala MBBS/BDS programs. Those listed in the merit roster will qualify for participation in the Kerala NEET counselling session for 2024. Merit rankings will be determined by NEET 2024 scores and applicant categories. The State Merit List is pivotal for the allocation of state quota seats.
Centralised Allotment Process (CAP)
The process consists of two main stages: registration for options and allocation of seats.
Option Registration: Applicants must select the institution/course they wish to apply for from the options available on the CEE’s official website. They are allowed to choose multiple options and enroll before the specified deadline.
Seat Allotment: Based on the preferences submitted by the candidate and their position in the state merit list, CEE will assign seats to the candidates. The finalized list of candidates who have been allocated seats will be referred to as the seat allotment list.
Reporting to the institute
Candidates who have been selected and would like to secure their allocated seat should visit the relevant institute to finalize their admission. Their documentation will undergo a comprehensive verification process, and their admission will be confirmed solely upon the validation of these documents.
Documents Required for Kerala NEET Counselling Process
Below is the list of documents required for the Kerala NEET 2024 counseling process:
- Proof of Nativity
- NEET 2024 admit card
- NEET 2024 result
- Class 10 mark sheet/Birth Certificate
- Class 12 mark sheet
- Transfer Certificate from the Institution last attended
- Migration Certificate (if applicable)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Kerala NEET 2024 Counselling: Participating Institutes
Below is the roster of institutes taking part in the Kerala NEET 2024 counseling, categorized based on their ownership statuses.
Government Medical/Dental Colleges
Below is a compilation of Government Medical and Dental colleges.
| Name of the Institute | Number of seats |
|---|---|
| T D Medical College, Alappuzha | 175 |
| Government Medical College, Ernakulam | 110 |
| Government Medical College, Kozhikode | 250 |
| Government Medical College, Parippally, Kollam | 110 |
| Government Medical College, Pariyaram, Kannur | 100 |
| Government Medical College, Kottayam | 175 |
| Government Medical College, Manjeri, Malappuram | 110 |
| Government Medical College, Palakkad | 100 |
| Government Medical College, Thrissur | 175 |
| Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram | 250 |
| Government Medical College, Idukki | 100 |
| Government Medical College, Pathanamthitta | 100 |
| Dental Colleges | |
| Government Dental College, Alappuzha | 50 |
| Government Dental College, Kozhikode | 50 |
| Government Dental College, Pariyaram, Kannur | 60 |
| Government DeKntal College, Kottayam | 40 |
| Government Dental College, Thrissur | 50 |
| Government Dental College, Thiruvananthapuram | 50 |
Private Self-financing Medical/Dental Colleges
Below is a compilation of private medical and dental colleges located in Kerala.
| Name of the Institute | Number of seats |
|---|---|
| Al-Azar Medical College & Superspeciality Hospital, Idukki | 150 |
| Amala Institute of Medical Sciences, Thrissur | 100 |
| Azeezia Institute of Medical Science and Research, Kollam | 100 |
| Believers Church Medical College Hospital, Thiruvalla | 100 |
| DM Wayanad Institute of Medical Sciences, Wayanad | 150 |
| MES Medical College, Malappuram | 150 |
| Sree Gokulam Medical College & Research Foundation, Thiruvananthapuram | 150 |
| Jubilee Mission Medical College & Research Institute, Thrissur | 100 |
| KMCT Medical College, Kozhikode | 150 |
| PK Das Institute of Medical Sciences, Palakkad | 150 |
| Karuna Medical College, Palakkad | 100 |
| Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church Medical College, Ernakulam | 100 |
| Malabar Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Kozhikode | 200 |
| Mount Zion Medical College, Chayalode, Pathanamthitta | 100 |
| Pushpagiri Institute of Medical Science & Research Centre, Thiruvalla | 100 |
| Sree Narayana Institute of Medical Sciences, Ernakulam | 150 |
| Dr. Somervell Memorial CSI Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram | 150 |
| SUT Academy of Medical Sciences, Thiruvananthapuram | 100 |
| Travancore Medical College, Kollam | 150 |
| Dental Colleges | |
| Al-Azhar Dental College, Idukki | 100 |
| Annoor Dental College, Ernakulam | 50 |
| Sree Anjaneya Institute of Dental Sciences, Kozhikode | 100 |
| Azeezia College of Dental Sciences & Research, Kollam | 100 |
| Century International Institute for Dental Sciences & Research Centre, Kasargod | 100 |
| Educare Institute of Dental Science, Malappuram | 100 |
| Indira Gandhi Institute of Dental Sciences, Ernakulam | 100 |
| Kannur Dental College, Kannur | 100 |
| KMCT Dental College, Kozhikode | 100 |
| Mar Baselios Dental College, Ernakulam | 60 |
| MES Dental College, Malappuram | 100 |
| Malabar Dental College and Research Centre, Malappuram | 100 |
| Noorul Islam College of Dental Science, Thiruvananthapuram | 50 |
| Pushpagiri College of Dental Science, Thiruvalla | 50 |
| PMS College of Dental Science & Research, Thiruvananthapuram | 100 |
| PSM College of Dental Science and Research, Thrissur | 100 |
| Royal Dental College, Palakkad | 60 |
| St. Gregorios Dental College, Ernakulam | 50 |
| Sri Sankara Dental College, Thiruvananthapuram | 100 |
List of Homeo Medical Colleges Offering BHMS Course in Kerala
Below is a table containing the names of Homeopathic medical colleges in Kerala that are involved in the Kerala NEET counseling process.
| Name of Institute | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| Government Homoeopathic Medical College, Karaparamba | 63 |
| Government Homoeopathic Medical College, Manacaud | 63 |
| Dr. Padiyar Memorial Homoeopathic Medical College, Ernakulam | 63 |
| Athurasramam NSS Homoeopathic Medical College, Kottayam | 63 |
| Sree Vidhyadhiraja Homoeopathic Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram | 63 |
List of Ayurveda Medical Colleges Offering BAMS Course in Kerala
Below is a table listing the Ayurveda colleges in Kerala that are taking part in the Kerala NEET counseling process.
| Name of Institute | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| Government Ayurveda College, Kannur | 75 |
| Government Ayurveda College, Ernakulam | 63 |
| Government Ayurveda College, Thiruvananthapuram | 88 |
| VPSV Ayurveda College, Malappuram | 63 |
| Vaidyaretnam Ayurveda College, Thrissur | 75 |
| Ahalia Ayurveda Medical College, Palakkad | 60 |
| Ashtamgam Ayurveda Chikilsalayam and Vidhyapeedham, Palakkad | 60 |
| KMCT College of Ayurveda, Kozhikode | 60 |
| Mannam Ayurveda Co-operative Medical College, Pathanamthitta | 60 |
| Nangelil Ayurveda Medical College, Ernakulam | 60 |
| Pankaja Kasthuri Ayurveda Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram | 60 |
| PNNM Ayurveda Medical College, Thrissur | 60 |
| P N Panicker Souhruda Ayurveda Medical College, Kasargode | 50 |
| MVR Ayurveda Medical College, Kannur | 60 |
| Santhigiri Ayurveda Medical College, Palakkad | 50 |
| Sree Narayana Institute of Ayurvedic Studies & Research, Kollam | 60 |
| Vishnu Ayurveda College, Palakkad | 60 |
List of Siddha and Unani Medical Colleges Offering BSMS and BUMS Courses in Kerala
The table below displays the Siddha and Unani medical colleges in Kerala that are involved in the Kerala NEET counseling process.
| Name of Institute | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| Santhigiri Siddha Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram | 50 |
| Markaz Unani Medical College, Kozhikode | 60 |
The Fee Regulatory Committee for Medical Education in Kerala manages the fee structure for the aforementioned seats. This committee establishes the yearly fee for government and private colleges involved in Kerala NEET counselling 2024. It is important for candidates to be aware that the tuition fee in private medical colleges in Kerala is nearly 25 times higher than that of government medical colleges.
Below is a table displaying the fees for the participating institutes in the Kerala NEET 2024 counseling.
| Name of the Institute | Tuition Fee PA for General Seats (in INR) | Tuition Fee PA for NRI Seats (in INR) |
|---|---|---|
| All government medical colleges | 26,260 | – |
| All government dental colleges | 24,160 | – |
| KMCT Medical College | 6,48,500 | 20,00,000 |
| Pushpagiri Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre | 6,55,500 | 20,00,000 |
| Amala Institute of Medical Sciences | 6,55,500 | 20,00,000 |
| Jubilee Mission Medical College and Research Institute | 6,55,500 | 20,00,000 |
| Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church Medical College | 6,55,500 | 20,00,000 |
| Mount Zion Medical College | 6,50,000 | 20,00,000 |
| Travancore Medical College | 6,55,500 | 20,00,000 |
| PKDAS Institute of Medical Sciences | 7,07,000 | 20,00,000 |
| DM Wayanad Institute of Medical Sciences | 7,01,200 | 20,00,000 |
| Sree Narayana Insitute of Medical Sciences | 7,65,400 | 20,00,000 |
| Believers Church Medival College Hospital | 6,55,500 | 20,00,000 |
| Dr Somervell Memorial CSI Medical College | 6,55,500 | 20,00,000 |
| Malabar Medical College and Research Centre | 6,55,500 | 20,00,000 |
| Azeeria Institute of Medical Sciences and Research | 6,55,500 | 20,00,000 |
| Al Azhar Medical College and Super Specialty Hospital | 6,55,500 | 20,00,000 |
| Sree Gokulam Medical College and Research Foundation | 6,55,500 | 20,00,000 |
| MES Medical College | 6,55,500 | 20,00,000 |
| Karuna Medical College | 6,32,800 | 20,00,000 |
| Private Dental College | 3,21,300 | 6,00,000 |
