The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE) has officially announced the physical round of counselling for 50 MBBS supernumerary seats to accommodate students of SMVD Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME), Kakryal Katra in Government Medical Colleges of the UT of Jammu & Kashmir.
This decision has been notified through Notification No. 015-BOPEE of 2026, dated 21 January 2026, following directions from the Medical National Commission and the Health & Medical Education Department, J&K.
JKBOPEE MBBS Counselling 2026 – Key Highlights
- Conducting Authority: JKBOPEE
- Course: MBBS Admission 2025
- Category: SMVDIME Katra Students
- Total Seats: 50 (Supernumerary)
- Counselling Mode: Physical (Offline)
- Counselling Date: 24 January 2026 (Saturday)
- Reporting Time: 10:00 AM (Morning)
Who Is Eligible for This Counselling Round?
The physical counselling is meant only for those candidates:
- Who were provisionally allotted MBBS seats in earlier counselling rounds conducted by JKBOPEE
- Whose names are listed in Annexure-A of the official notification
- Who belong to SMVDIME Kakryal Katra
- Seeking adjustment against newly created supernumerary seats in Government Medical Colleges of J&K
Physical Counselling Schedule (MBBS 2025)
| Date | Day | Session | Reporting Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 January 2026 | Saturday | Morning | 10:00 AM |
📌 Important: Candidates must report on time. Late reporting may lead to cancellation of claim.
Seat Matrix: 50 Supernumerary MBBS Seats (AY 2025–26)
The Health & Medical Education Department has conveyed the following distribution of seats:
| Government Medical College | Supernumerary Seats |
|---|---|
| Govt. Medical College, Anantnag | 8 |
| Govt. Medical College, Baramulla | 7 |
| Govt. Medical College, Doda | 7 |
| Govt. Medical College, Handwara | 7 |
| Govt. Medical College, Kathua | 7 |
| Govt. Medical College, Rajouri | 7 |
| Govt. Medical College, Udhampur | 7 |
| Total | 50 |
Why This Special Counselling Is Being Conducted
This physical counselling round is being held to:
- Accommodate SMVDIME Katra MBBS students
- Adjust candidates against supernumerary seats approved by regulatory authorities
- Ensure smooth continuation of MBBS admissions 2025 within UT of J&K
- Comply with instructions issued by Medical Assessment & Rating Board (MARB)
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Carry all original documents related to MBBS admission
- Reach the counselling venue before 10:00 AM
- Follow JKBOPEE counselling guidelines strictly
- Seat allotment will be done as per merit and availability
Failure to appear in physical counselling may result in forfeiture of claim on these seats.
Official Reference & Notification
- Notification No.: 015-BOPEE of 2026
- Date: 21 January 2026
- Issued By: JKBOPEE, J&K
- Official Website: jkbopee.gov.in
📢 Final Words
This announcement is a major relief for SMVDIME Katra students, as it ensures their adjustment into Government Medical Colleges across Jammu & Kashmir through a transparent physical counselling process.
🔔 Stay tuned for updates on counselling venue, document checklist, and Annexure-A PDF.