The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially announced the NEET UG Counselling 2026 schedule for admissions to MBBS, BDS, and B.Sc. Nursing courses under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ), Deemed Universities, Central Universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, and other participating institutions. Registration for Round 1 is scheduled to begin on 5 August 2026 through the official MCC counselling portal.
If you have qualified NEET UG 2026, this guide explains every step—from registration to reporting at the allotted college.
NEET UG Counselling is the centralized admission process conducted after the declaration of NEET results. Admissions are offered based on:
MCC conducts counselling for:
The remaining 85% State Quota counselling is conducted separately by each state's counselling authority.
Candidates can participate if they:
Visit the official MCC counselling portal and register using:
Candidates need to pay:
Payment can be made online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
This is the most important step.
Candidates should:
After verifying your selections:
If choices are not locked manually, the system may automatically lock the last saved preferences at the deadline, as per counselling rules.
Seat allotment depends on:
Once the result is published, candidates can:
MCC has also introduced procedural changes in 2026 regarding seat upgradation and online resignation in certain cases. Candidates should carefully read the latest information bulletin before making decisions.
Keep original documents ready:
Usually, counselling consists of:
First seat allotment based on choices.
Candidates can upgrade or obtain a new seat if eligible.
Fresh allotments for remaining vacancies.
Conducted for vacant seats after regular rounds.
To maximize your admission chances:
| All India Quota (AIQ) | State Quota |
|---|---|
| Conducted by MCC | Conducted by State Authorities |
| 15% Government Seats | 85% Government Seats |
| Open across India | State Domicile Rules Apply |
All candidates who qualify NEET UG 2026 and meet the prescribed eligibility criteria can register for counselling.
Yes. Candidates seeking admission under state quota seats must register separately with their respective state counselling authorities.
Choices can be modified before the locking deadline.
Fresh registration depends on the counselling authority and round. Candidates should follow the official counselling schedule and instructions.
NEET UG Counselling 2026 is the most important stage after qualifying the entrance examination. Proper planning, careful choice filling, timely registration, and complete documentation can significantly improve your chances of securing admission to your preferred medical college. Stay updated with the official counselling schedule, follow every deadline, and verify all details before submitting your application.
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