NEET UG Counselling 2026: Dates, Registration & Process

• Pooja Singh
• January 19, 2026

Attention Aspirants! The Medical Counselling Council (MCC) will soon release the official NEET UG Counselling 2026 schedule. The official registration for the first round is expected to begin in July 2026 (tentative), so those registering for NEET counselling must follow this page entirely for updates.

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) counselling is conducted by the Medical Counselling Council (MCC) to grant admission into various prestigious courses such as MBBS, BDS, and BSc Nursing. It is based on the data provided by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and Dental Council of India (DCI).

The counselling process consists of four rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Mop-up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round. If seats remain vacant after the first round, the second counselling process will be conducted shortly after.

mcc.nic.in NEET UG Counselling Registration Form 2026

Understanding AIQ vs. State Quota (Crucial)

Students often get confused between the two types of counselling. Here is the breakdown:

• 15% All India Quota (AIQ): MCC conducts counselling for 15% of seats in all Government Medical/Dental Colleges across India. MCC also conducts 100% counselling for Deemed Universities, Central Universities (DU, BHU, AMU), AIIMS, and JIPMER.
• 85% State Quota: The remaining 85% of seats in government colleges are filled by the respective State Counselling Authorities. You must apply separately on your state’s official website.

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NEET 2026 Counselling Eligibility:

• Candidates must be Indian Citizens, OCI (Overseas Citizens of India), PIO, or Foreign Nationals.
• Only candidates who secure the Minimum Qualifying Percentile in the NEET UG 2026 exam are eligible to register.

Essential Documents:

• NEET 2026 Scorecard and Admit Card
• Class 10 & 12 Certificate and Marksheet (For Date of Birth and Eligibility)
• ID proof (Aadhar/PAN Card/Driving License/Passport)
• Eight passport-size photographs (Same as used in NEET application)
• Provisional Allotment Letter (Downloaded from MCC)
• Caste Certificate / PwD Certificate (if applicable)
• For NRI/OCI Candidates: Passport copy, Sponsorship affidavit, and Embassy certificate.

Minimum Qualifying Percentile:

NEET UG Counselling Fees 2026

Candidates must pay two types of fees at the time of registration:

*Note: The Security Deposit is refunded to the same bank account after counselling is over, provided you join the allotted seat or exit as per rules.

Step-by-Step NEET Counselling Procedure

Step 1: Registration

• Visit the official portal mcc.nic.in.
• Click on “New Registration” and enter your NEET Roll Number and Application Number.
• Pay the Registration Fee and Security Deposit online.
• Note: Without payment, you cannot proceed to choice filling.

Step 2: Submission of Choice & Locking

• Fill in your choice of courses (MBBS/BDS) and colleges in order of preference.
• You can select as many colleges as you want.
• Locking: You must click the ‘Lock Choices’ button before the deadline.
• Important: If you do not lock your choices, the system will automatically lock your saved preferences on the last date. Once locked, choices cannot be modified.

Step 3: Seat Allotment Result

• MCC will declare the seat allotment result based on your rank and choices.
• Download the Provisional Allotment Letter from the portal.
• Aspirants may also receive an SMS/Email regarding the allotment.

Step 4: Reporting to Allotted College

• If you are satisfied with the seat, report to the allotted college within the stipulated time.
• Carrying original documents is mandatory.
• Payment: You must pay the Tuition Fee (Admission Fee) at the college to confirm your admission.

Step 5: Upgradation (Optional)

• If you join the seat but want a better college in Round 2, give your willingness for “YES Upgradation” at the reported college.

NEET UG Counselling 2026 Dates (Tentative Schedule)

Note: Since NEET UG 2026 is expected in May 2026, counselling typically begins in July. Timelines below are based on previous trends.

Important State Counselling Websites

• Uttar Pradesh: upneet.gov.in
• Maharashtra: cetcell.mahacet.org
• Karnataka: kea.kar.nic.in
• Tamil Nadu: tnmedicalselection.net

Watch: NEET Counselling Process Explained

Final Words!

We hope the information provided on this blog about NEET UG Counselling 2026 is helpful. Candidates must regularly check the official MCC portal for the exact Medical Registration Dates Schedule. Do comment in the section below if you have any questions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: When will NEET counselling 2026 start?

The counselling process for NEET UG 2026 is expected to start in July 2026, after the declaration of the NEET results. MCC will conduct it in four rounds.

Q2: Has NEET counselling started?

No, the NEET UG 2026 exam has not been conducted yet. Counselling will begin only after the results are declared.

Q3: What is the difference between AIQ and State Counselling?

MCC conducts counselling for 15% All India Quota seats, while respective state authorities conduct counselling for the remaining 85% State Quota seats.

Q4: Is NEET 2026 Counseling Online or Offline?

The NEET 2026 counselling is conducted online via mcc.nic.in. However, the final reporting to the allotted college for document verification is offline (Physical Reporting).