Kerala NEET UG Rank List 2026 Out Today (14th August): Check Direct Links, Step-by-Step Guide, Next Steps & More

The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE Kerala) has today, August 14, 2026, released the Kerala NEET UG 2026 Provisional Rank List on its official website, cee.kerala.gov.in. This official merit list is a pivotal step for candidates seeking admission to MBBS and BDS courses across government and private medical and dental colleges in Kerala. Objection window against the provisional rank list closed at 2 PM on 14th August 2026 itself.

Aspirants can now log in to the official counselling portal to check their allotment status and prepare for the upcoming counselling rounds. The release of the rank list initiates the state-level counselling process for Kerala, following the NEET UG 2026 examination held on June 21, 2026.

Kerala NEET UG 2026 Counselling Key Dates

The Kerala NEET UG 2026 counselling process will proceed through the CEE Kerala’s Centralised Allotment Process (CAP), with Round 1 option registration scheduled after publication of the state medical rank list.

How to Check Kerala NEET UG 2026 Rank List

Candidates can access their Kerala NEET UG 2026 Rank List by following a straightforward process on the official CEE Kerala website. The merit list, once published, will be available for individual access through the candidate login portal. This is non-negotiable for all eligible candidates to verify their ranks promptly to prepare for the subsequent counselling stages.

1. Go to the official website, cee.kerala.gov.in.
2. Look for the ‘Kerala NEET UG 2026 Rank List’ or ‘Counselling Portal’ link on the homepage.
3. Click on the relevant link to proceed to the login page.
4. Enter your application number, password, and any other required credentials.
5. Submit the details to view your Kerala NEET UG 2026 Rank List and allotment status.
6. Download and print the rank list for future reference during the counselling process.

Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2026 Eligibility

Eligibility for Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2026 is restricted to NEET-qualified students who also meet the state’s specific criteria. This includes academic requirements of 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English, along with achieving the minimum qualifying marks in NEET UG 2026. Candidates must be at least 17 years of age and hold Indian nationality.

Kerala NEET UG 2026 Cut-Off Marks

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has specified the following NEET 2026 cut-off percentiles and corresponding mark ranges for various categories:

Kerala NEET UG 2026 Counselling Process and Fees

Kerala NEET UG 2026 counselling registration fee varies by category, with SC candidates paying a reduced fee and ST candidates being exempt.

What’s Next for Kerala NEET UG 2026 Aspirants

Following the release of the Kerala NEET UG 2026 Rank List, candidates should prepare for the choice filling and locking process, which will be announced by CEE Kerala. This is make-or-break to research participating medical and dental colleges, understand their seat matrix, and prioritize preferences carefully.  Aspirants should regularly check cee.kerala.gov.in for all official announcements and updates regarding the counselling schedule and procedures.

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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