The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the counselling schedule for NEET UG 2026 admissions.
According to the schedule, online registration for the first round of counselling will begin on August 5, 2026, while the last date to submit applications is August 12.
The counselling process will be conducted for admission to MBBS, BDS and B.Sc. Nursing courses under the 15 per cent All India Quota (AIQ) and other seats under the MCC's jurisdiction.
Admissions Under MCC Counselling
The MCC, under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, conducts online counselling for 15 per cent All India Quota (AIQ) MBBS and BDS seats.
Candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026 and meet the prescribed eligibility criteria can participate in the counselling process by registering online within the stipulated deadline.
Complete NEET UG 2026 Counselling Schedule
| Counselling Round | Registration Starts | Registration Last Date | Seat Allotment Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | 5th August 2026 | 12th August 2026 | 17th August 2026 |
| Round 2 | 25th August 2026 | 29th August 2026 (till 03:00 PM) | 2nd September 2026 |
| Round 3 | 11th September 2026 | 15th September 2026 (till 03:00 PM) | 18th September 2026 |
| Online Stray Vacancy Round | 28th September 2026 | 30th September 2026 (up to 03:00 PM) | — |
Who Can Participate In Counselling?
Only candidates who have qualified the NEET UG 2026 examination and fulfil the eligibility criteria for admission to MBBS, BDS or B.Sc. Nursing courses will be eligible to participate in the counselling process.
Candidates must also meet the qualifying percentile for the respective course, satisfy all other admission requirements, and complete the online registration within the prescribed deadline.
The MCC has clarified that candidates seeking admission under the state quota will have to submit a separate application through the respective state's counselling authority portal.
How To Register For NEET UG 2026 Counselling
Candidates can complete the registration process by following these steps:
- Visit the official MCC website.
- Click on the NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration link.
- Log in using the NEET UG application details and pay the counselling fee.
- Fill in the required personal and educational details.
- Upload the necessary documents.
- Select the preferred colleges and courses in order of priority.
- Carefully lock all the selected choices and submit the application before the last date.
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