NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 2 - Check Dates, Eligibility, Fee & Registration at neet.nta.nic.in
Medical Counselling Committee (Website)
Location: All IndiaApplication Start: 2026-09-03Application End: 2026-09-09
| Age Limit | The age limit for NEET UG 2026 is determined by the official NEET UG information bulletin. Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement of 17 years as of December 31, 2026, to be eligible for admission. |
Job Description
Overview
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially announced the revised schedule for the second round of NEET UG Counselling 2026. This phase is critical for students seeking admission into MBBS, BDS, and various other undergraduate medical programs across India. The counselling process covers seats under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ), Central Universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, ESIC, and Deemed Universities.
Key Responsibilities
- Registering on the official portal within the specified window.
- Filling and locking fresh choices of colleges and courses.
- Paying the required non-refundable registration fee.
- Monitoring the official website for seat allotment results.
- Completing the reporting and admission formalities upon seat allocation.
- Verifying all bond and service conditions before finalizing choices.
Why Participate
Participating in the second round allows candidates who were not allotted seats in the first round or those seeking better college options to secure their preferred medical seats. It is a structured process ensuring transparency in the allocation of medical seats across national and central institutions.
Important Dates
- Registration and Choice Filling: September 3, 2026
- Choice Locking Deadline: September 9, 2026
- Seat Allotment Result: September 11, 2026
Quick Facts
- Conducting Body: Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)
- Courses: MBBS, BDS, and other UG medical courses
- Location: Pan-India
- Category: Medical Counselling
Age Limit (Detail)
The age limit for NEET UG 2026 is determined by the official NEET UG information bulletin. Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement of 17 years as of December 31, 2026, to be eligible for admission.
Selection Process
The selection process is based on the merit list generated from the NEET UG 2026 scores. Candidates must register on the MCC portal and submit their preferences for colleges and courses. The MCC conducts seat allotment based on the candidate's rank, category, and the choices submitted. Once the allotment result is declared, candidates must report to the designated institution with their documents for verification and fee payment. Failure to report within the stipulated time may lead to the cancellation of the allotted seat.
Exam Pattern
The seat allotment is determined by the NEET UG 2026 All India Rank (AIR). There is no separate exam pattern for the counselling process itself; it is a centralized allocation system based on the preferences submitted by the candidates.
Application Fee
- General Category (AIQ/Central Universities): ₹1,000
- SC/ST/OBC/PwD (AIQ/Central Universities): ₹500
- All Categories (Deemed Universities): ₹5,000
- Refundable Security Fee: ₹10,000 (for General category in AIQ/Central Universities)
Payment must be made online through the official MCC portal.
Vacancy Details
- 15% All India Quota (AIQ)
- Central Universities (BHU, AMU, DU)
- AIIMS and JIPMER
- ESIC Institutes
- Deemed Universities
How to Apply
- Visit the official MCC website at mcc.nic.in.
- For existing users, log in with your NEET roll number and password.
- New candidates must click on the registration link and provide the required details to generate credentials.
- Pay the non-refundable registration fee using the online payment gateway.
- Navigate to the 'Choice Filling' section and submit your preferences for colleges and courses.
- Review your choices carefully and lock them before the deadline of September 9, 2026.
- Download and print a copy of your submitted choices for future reference.
Detailed Notification Link
| Official Website | View Notification |
