Central Admission Committee

What is CENTAC 2026?

CENTAC 2026 (Centralised Admission Committee) is the official centralised online admission authority of the Government of Puducherry. It manages seat allotment for undergraduate and postgraduate courses across government and private colleges in the Union Territory of Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam.

Courses covered include B.Tech, MBBS, BDS, pharmacy, nursing, law, and arts and science programs. As of July 2026, the draft merit list has been released and objections have been processed.

CENTAC 2026 Important Dates

The provisional merit list is expected in the second week of July 2026. Counselling is set to begin in the last week of July 2026.

Who Can Apply for CENTAC 2026

Only candidates who registered by June 11, 2026 are eligible for counselling. Registration for CENTAC 2026 is now closed.

Counselling covers 3–4 rounds across all streams including engineering, medical, dental, pharmacy, and law.

How to Apply for CENTAC 2026

Registration for CENTAC 2026 closed on June 11, 2026. Candidates who missed the deadline cannot apply for this admission cycle.

The application process is conducted online through the official CENTAC portal.

CENTAC 2026 Merit List

The draft merit list was released on June 23, 2026. Candidates submitted objections until June 27, 2026.

The provisional merit list is expected in the second week of July 2026. After the provisional merit list is finalised, registered candidates will fill college and course preferences online.

CENTAC 2026 Counselling and Seat Allotment

CENTAC 2026 counselling is expected to begin in the last week of July 2026. Only candidates who registered by June 11, 2026 are eligible.

Counselling covers 3–4 rounds across all streams including engineering, medical, dental, pharmacy, and law.

Choice Filling and Seat Allotment Round 1

After the provisional merit list is finalised, registered candidates will fill college and course preferences online. Round 1 seat allotment is expected in late July or the first week of August 2026, based on previous year timelines.

Mock Allotment

CENTAC typically releases a mock allotment before the first official round. This lets candidates preview their likely college and revise preferences.

The mock allotment is expected in the third week of July 2026, consistent with prior year patterns.

Documents Required for CENTAC 2026 Counselling

Documents are verified during the counselling process. Candidates must carry all original documents and photocopies for verification at the allotted reporting centre.

Colleges Accepting CENTAC 2026 Score

Government and private colleges in Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam accept CENTAC 2026 for admission. The authority covers undergraduate and postgraduate courses including B.Tech, MBBS, BDS, pharmacy, nursing, law, and arts and science programs.

CENTAC 2026 Seat Matrix

Seat distribution is managed by the Centralised Admission Committee across all participating colleges. The seat matrix is released for each counselling round.

CENTAC 2026 Cutoff

Cutoff marks are determined after counselling rounds are completed. Cutoff varies by course, college, and category.

CENTAC 2026 Reservation and Category Details

Reservation policies are applied as per Government of Puducherry norms. Category-wise seat distribution is followed during seat allotment.

FAQs on CENTAC 2026

When will the CENTAC 2026 provisional merit list be released?

The provisional merit list is expected in the second week of July 2026. The draft merit list was already released on June 23, 2026.

When will CENTAC 2026 counselling begin?

Counselling is expected to begin in the last week of July 2026. Only candidates who registered by June 11, 2026 are eligible.

How many rounds of counselling will CENTAC 2026 have?

Counselling covers 3–4 rounds across all streams including engineering, medical, dental, pharmacy, and law.

When is the CENTAC 2026 mock allotment expected?

The mock allotment is expected in the third week of July 2026. This is consistent with prior year patterns.

When will Round 1 seat allotment be announced?

Round 1 seat allotment is expected in late July or the first week of August 2026. This is based on previous year timelines.

Can I apply for CENTAC 2026 now?

No. Registration closed on June 11, 2026. Only candidates who registered by this date are eligible for counselling.

Which courses are covered under CENTAC 2026?

Courses include B.Tech, MBBS, BDS, pharmacy, nursing, law, and arts and science programs. Both undergraduate and postgraduate courses are covered.

Which regions are covered under CENTAC 2026?

The authority covers the Union Territory of Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam. Both government and private colleges participate.

What is the full form of CENTAC?

CENTAC stands for Centralised Admission Committee. It is the official admission authority of the Government of Puducherry.

How will I know my allotted seat in CENTAC 2026?

Seat allotment results are released after each round. Candidates can check their allotment status on the official CENTAC portal.

What should I do after the provisional merit list is released?

Registered candidates should fill college and course preferences online. This must be done after the provisional merit list is finalised and before each counselling round.

• Candidates must have registered by June 11, 2026, to be eligible for CENTAC 2026 counselling.

How to Apply

You must register online before the specified deadline of June 11, 2026. After registration, you will fill in your college and course preferences online.

The preference filling happens after the provisional merit list is finalized. You can preview your likely college and revise your preferences based on the mock allotment released by CENTAC.

Counselling Process

You will participate in the counselling process, which covers 3–4 rounds across all streams. Seat allotment happens in multiple rounds.

Round 1 seat allotment is expected in late July or the first week of August 2026.

Key Steps

• Register online by June 11, 2026.
• Fill college and course preferences after the provisional merit list is finalized.
• Check the mock allotment released by CENTAC and revise preferences if needed.
• Take part in 3–4 counselling rounds across all streams.
• Receive seat allotment in multiple rounds, with Round 1 expected in late July or the first week of August 2026.

CENTAC 2026 admission is based on merit, not on a single entrance exam. Your rank is decided by your qualifying examination marks, and the process varies by course category.

• Engineering (B.Tech): Admission is based on your JEE Main score or Class 12 marks, depending on the college and course.
• Medical (MBBS/BDS): Admission is based on your NEET UG score.
• Other courses (Pharmacy, Nursing, Law, Arts & Science): Admission is generally based on your Class 12 (or equivalent) marks.

After the merit list is prepared, you must participate in the counselling process. Counselling covers 3–4 rounds across all streams, including engineering, medical, dental, pharmacy, and law.

During counselling, you fill in your college and course preferences online. Seat allotment is done based on your rank, your preferences, and the availability of seats.

Exam Pattern and Syllabus

• CENTAC 2026 covers undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Courses include B.Tech, MBBS, BDS, pharmacy, nursing, law, and arts and science programs.
• Admission is based on merit lists and counselling, not a single common entrance test.
• The syllabus follows the qualifying examination (Class 12 or equivalent) for most courses.
• For engineering, the merit is typically based on the candidate's marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
• For medical and dental courses, the merit is based on the NEET score.
• For law courses, the merit is based on the qualifying examination marks or a law entrance test as applicable.
• For arts and science programs, the merit is based on the qualifying examination marks.

The provisional merit list for CENTAC 2026 is expected in the second week of July 2026. The draft merit list was released on June 23, 2026, and candidates submitted objections until June 27, 2026.

After the provisional merit list is finalized, registered candidates will fill college and course preferences online. Round 1 seat allotment is expected in late July or the first week of August 2026.

To check your result, visit the official CENTAC website and log in with your registration details. The mock allotment is expected in the third week of July 2026, which lets you preview your likely college and revise preferences before the first official round.