JKBOPEE Notification 035-BOPEE of 2026: Physical Counselling for MS General Surgery Seat in GMC Anantnag Under OBC Category

The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JK BOPEE) has issued Notification No. 035-BOPEE of 2026 dated 20-02-2026 regarding the filling up of one (01) vacant seat of MS General Surgery in Government Medical College (GMC), Anantnag under the OBC Category.

This latest update is crucial for all registered OBC category candidates who are not currently holding any seat in the ongoing MD/MS/PGD Courses-2025 admission process. The Board has announced a physical round of counselling to fill the vacant seat.

In this article, we provide complete details including eligibility, counselling date, reporting time, fee structure, and official PDF link.

Background of the Vacancy

According to the official notification , the seat became vacant due to the resignation of a candidate previously allotted admission.

Here is a summary of the events leading to the fresh counselling:

• The Board had earlier issued Notification No. 183-BOPEE of 2025 dated 26-11-2025, notifying the provisional selection list after the 1st round of online counselling.
• One candidate, Rizwan Jeelani Zargar, was allotted MS General Surgery at GMC Anantnag under the OBC category.
• The candidate later resigned from the allotted seat.
• However, the concerned college failed to inform the Board about the resignation in time.
• As a result, the seat remained unfilled during subsequent counselling rounds.
• Later, GMC Anantnag informed the Board on 20-02-2026 about the resignation and vacancy.

To address this issue and fill the vacant seat, JK BOPEE has decided to conduct a fresh physical counselling session exclusively for eligible OBC candidates.

Counselling Details for MS General Surgery Seat

Course:

MS General Surgery

College:

Government Medical College (GMC), Anantnag

Category:

OBC Category

Total Vacant Seats:

01 (One)

Physical Counselling Date and Venue

JK BOPEE has scheduled a physical round of counselling as per the following details:

• Date: 23-02-2026 (Monday)
• Reporting Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
• Venue: BOPEE Offices at Jammu / Srinagar

All willing and eligible OBC category candidates must report within the specified time window for:

• Registration
• Attendance marking
• Completion of other required formalities

Late reporting beyond the stipulated time may lead to disqualification from the counselling process.

Eligibility Criteria

The notification clearly states that the counselling is open to:

• Registered OBC category candidates
• Candidates who are not holding any seat currently

Only those candidates who fulfill the above conditions are eligible to participate in this physical counselling round.

Counselling Fee Details

Candidates participating in counselling for the first time must pay:

• Rs. 2000/- (Counselling Fee)

Payment must be made physically through POS Machines available at the BOPEE offices in Jammu or Srinagar on the day of counselling.

Candidates are advised to carry necessary payment instruments (ATM/Debit/Credit Card) to avoid inconvenience.

Important Reservation Rule: Conversion to OM Category

The notification also clarifies an important point regarding seat conversion.

If the MS General Surgery seat remains vacant due to non-availability of eligible OBC candidates, the seat shall be:

Converted to OM (Open Merit) category as per Section 09(2) of the J&K Reservation Act, 2004 .

This ensures that the seat does not remain vacant and is utilized according to the applicable reservation rules.

Previous Counselling Reference

The Board had earlier conducted the Mop-up round of physical counselling under Notification No. 030-BOPEE of 2026 dated 12-02-2026.

During the mop-up round:

• Remaining reserved category seats were converted to OM as per legal provisions.
• However, this particular OBC seat remained unfilled due to delayed intimation from the college.

The current notification aims to rectify this situation and provide a fair opportunity to eligible OBC candidates.

Terms and Conditions

The Board has clarified that:

• All other terms and conditions remain the same.
• Candidates must follow guidelines mentioned in the e-Information Brochure.
• All previous notifications and notices issued by JK BOPEE in this regard remain applicable.

Candidates are strongly advised to:

• Carry all original documents.
• Bring category certificates (OBC Certificate) issued by competent authority.
• Ensure eligibility as per PG admission norms.
• Reach the venue before the reporting time.

Contact Details of JK BOPEE

For further clarification, candidates may contact:

• Website: www.jkbopee.gov.in
• Email: coejakbopee@gmail.com
• Helpline Numbers:
  • Srinagar: 0194-2433590, 2437647
  • Jammu: 0191-2479371, 2470102

Why This Notification Is Important

This notification is significant because:

• It reopens an opportunity for eligible OBC candidates.
• It ensures transparency in the admission process.
• It prevents wastage of a valuable PG medical seat.
• It provides a final chance before category conversion.

Candidates who missed earlier rounds or were waiting for OBC category vacancies should take immediate action.

Key Highlights at a Glance

• ✔ Notification No: 035-BOPEE of 2026
• ✔ Date of Notification: 20-02-2026
• ✔ Course: MS General Surgery
• ✔ College: GMC Anantnag
• ✔ Category: OBC
• ✔ Vacant Seat: 01
• ✔ Counselling Date: 23-02-2026
• ✔ Reporting Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
• ✔ Counselling Fee: Rs 2000/-

Final Advice to Candidates

Eligible OBC category candidates should:

• Verify their registration status.
• Check all required documents.
• Reach BOPEE office well before reporting time.
• Keep counselling fee ready.
• Monitor official website for any last-minute updates.

Since only one seat is available, competition may be intense. Candidates are advised to be punctual and fully prepared.

Official PDF Notification

Candidates can download and read the official notification issued by JK BOPEE here:

👉 Download Official Notification (PDF):
https://www.jkbopee.gov.in/Pdf/Downloader.ashx?nid=17527&type=n

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