Job Description
Overview
The Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC) has officially commenced the Round 1 choice filling process for the AYUSH NEET UG Counselling 2026. This centralized process is designed for candidates who have successfully qualified for the NEET (UG) 2026 examination and are aspiring to secure admission into various undergraduate AYUSH programs. The counselling covers courses including BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS, and B.Pharm (Ayurveda) offered at the Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda (ITRA) under the All India Quota.
Key Responsibilities
- Candidates must register on the official AACCC portal using their NEET UG 2026 roll number.
- Applicants are required to pay the non-refundable registration fee and the refundable security deposit to participate in the counselling.
- Participants must carefully select their preferred courses and institutions based on their individual rankings and interests.
- It is essential to arrange the chosen institutes in a strict order of preference to optimize seat allotment outcomes.
- Candidates must lock their final choices within the specified window to ensure their preferences are considered by the system.
- Applicants should download and retain a copy of the choice-filling confirmation slip for future reference and reporting purposes.
Why Apply
Participating in this centralized counselling process provides a transparent and structured pathway for students to secure seats in prestigious AYUSH institutions across India. It ensures a fair seat allocation mechanism based on merit and candidate preference, facilitating a smooth transition into professional medical education.
Important Dates
- Registration Start: August 31, 2026
- Registration End: September 13, 2026
- Choice Filling/Locking: September 9 to September 13, 2026
- Seat Allotment Result: September 16, 2026
Quick Facts
- Vacancy Count: Various
- Location: All India
- Category: Medical Counselling
AYUSH NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 Choice Filling Overview
Registration Date
31 Aug 2026 –
13 Sep 2026
Vacancies
various
Eligibility
NEET UG 2026 Qualified
Application Link
Vacancy Details
- BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery)
- BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery)
- BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery)
- BSMS (Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery)
- B.Pharm (Ayurveda)
How to Apply
- Visit the official AACCC website at aaccc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the 'UG Counselling' section on the homepage.
- Register using your NEET UG 2026 roll number and other required personal details.
- Log in to your dashboard to pay the non-refundable registration fee and the refundable security deposit.
- Proceed to the choice-filling section to select your preferred courses and colleges.
- Arrange your choices in order of preference and lock them before the deadline.
- Download and print the confirmation slip for your records.
Cutoff Marks
As per NEET UG 2026 qualifying percentile.
Application Fee
The application fee includes a non-refundable registration fee and a refundable security deposit. Specific amounts for different categories are detailed in the official AACCC information bulletin available on the portal. Payment must be made exclusively through the online payment gateway provided on the official website.
Age Limit
As per NEET UG 2026 guidelines.
Selection Process
The selection process is conducted through a centralized counselling mechanism managed by the AACCC. Candidates are allotted seats based on their NEET UG 2026 merit rank and the choices submitted during the choice-filling window. The process involves online registration, fee payment, choice filling, and locking. Following the deadline, the committee processes the data to release the seat allotment results. Candidates who are allotted seats must report to the respective institutions within the stipulated time frame to complete the admission formalities.
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Organization
The Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC) operates under the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), Ministry of Ayush, Government of India. Its primary mandate is to conduct fair and transparent centralized counselling for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate AYUSH courses, including Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Unani, and Siddha, across various government and private institutions in India. The committee ensures that seat allocation is based on merit and adherence to national reservation policies.
Frequently Asked Questions
The choice filling and locking process for Round 1 concludes on September 13, 2026, at 11:55 PM server time. It is highly recommended to complete your choice locking well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues or system auto-locking of your saved preferences. Check the official website for any real-time updates.
The seat allotment result for Round 1 is scheduled to be officially declared on September 16, 2026. Candidates can check their allotment status by logging into their accounts on the official AACCC portal at aaccc.gov.in. Keep your login credentials ready to access the result promptly once it is published.
The official website for all counselling-related activities is aaccc.gov.in. This portal is managed by the Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee under the Ministry of Ayush. Always ensure you are using this official domain for registration, fee payment, and choice filling to avoid fraudulent links or unofficial portals.
If you have saved your choices but fail to manually lock them before the 11:55 PM deadline on September 13, 2026, the AACCC system will automatically lock the last saved set of choices. While the system provides this safety net, it is still strongly advised to manually lock your choices and print the confirmation slip for your records.
No, the deadlines are different. Registration closes at 2:00 PM on September 13, 2026, while fee payment must be completed by 5:00 PM on the same day. The choice-locking window remains open until 11:55 PM on September 13, 2026. Please mark these specific times to ensure you do not miss any critical steps.
Candidates who have successfully qualified for the NEET (UG) 2026 examination are eligible to participate. You must meet the minimum percentile criteria set by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM). Ensure you have your NEET scorecard and relevant category certificates ready for the registration process.
This counselling process covers undergraduate AYUSH courses including BAMS (Ayurveda), BHMS (Homeopathy), BUMS (Unani), BSMS (Siddha), and B.Pharm (Ayurveda) offered at the Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda (ITRA). These courses are available under the All India Quota for eligible candidates.
The counselling fee, which includes a non-refundable registration fee and a refundable security deposit, must be paid online. You can use the payment gateway integrated into the official AACCC portal during the registration process. Ensure you have a stable internet connection and valid payment methods ready before starting the transaction.
