MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026–27: Round 1 Registration Live, Schedule, Seat Matrix & Choice Filling
MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026–27 registration is now live. Check Round 1 registration, choice filling, seat allotment, reporting dates, documents, counselling fees and complete admission process.
Key Highlights
- LIVE: MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 Registration is Now Open
- Round 1 registration will be open from 5 August to 12 August 2026 (3:00 PM).
- Choice filling will be available from 6 August to 13 August 2026.
- Choice locking begins on 12 August and closes on 13 August.
- Round 1 seat allotment will be processed from 13–16 August.
- Round 1 result will be declared on 17 August.
- Reporting to allotted colleges is scheduled from 18–22 August.
- Four counselling rounds will be conducted: Round 1 > Round 2 > Round 3 > Online Stray Vacancy Round
- MCC has introduced the new Freeze and Float options with online document verification for Float candidates.
- Candidates must upload documents only once during counselling.
Introduction
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially started the NEET UG Counselling 2026–27 admission process by releasing the counselling schedule, detailed Information Bulletin and round-wise counselling calendar for MBBS, BDS and B.Sc. Nursing admissions under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ), AIIMS, JIPMER, ESIC, Central Universities and Deemed Universities.
Candidates can complete registration, fee payment, choice filling, choice locking and seat allotment through the MCC counselling portal according to the official schedule. This guide explains the complete counselling process, important dates, eligibility, counselling fees, seat matrix, required documents, reporting procedure and major counselling changes introduced for 2026.
What's New in MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026?
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has introduced several important process changes for NEET UG Counselling 2026–27 to simplify admissions, reduce repeated document verification and make the counselling process more transparent. Candidates should understand these new rules before registering and filling their college choices.
1. Freeze and Float Options
Candidates must choose either the Freeze or Float option after seat allotment.
- Freeze means you accept the allotted seat and do not wish to participate in further upgradation.
- Float means you accept the current seat but remain eligible for a better seat in the next counselling round according to MCC rules.
Choosing the correct option is important because it determines your participation in subsequent rounds.
2. Online Document Verification
Candidates selecting the Float option can complete online document verification instead of immediately reporting physically to the allotted college. This reduces unnecessary travel while allowing eligible candidates to continue participating in later counselling rounds.
3. One-Time Document Upload
MCC has introduced a one-time document upload system. After uploading the required documents during counselling, candidates generally do not need to upload the same documents again in every counselling round unless specifically requested by MCC.
4. Online Resignation Facility
Eligible candidates can submit seat resignation online according to the counselling rules and timelines published by MCC. Candidates should carefully read the official Information Bulletin before surrendering an allotted seat because resignation rules vary across counselling rounds.
5. Mandatory Physical Reporting After Round 3
Candidates who receive a seat in Round 3 must complete physical reporting at the allotted institute within the prescribed reporting period. Failure to report may result in cancellation of the allotted seat and other consequences under MCC counselling rules.
6. Security Deposit Forfeiture Rules
The security deposit may be forfeited if a candidate violates the counselling rules, such as failing to join an allotted seat in specified rounds or becoming ineligible for a refund under MCC regulations. Candidates should carefully review the refund and forfeiture conditions before participating in counselling.
Key Takeaway: The 2026–27 counselling process places greater emphasis on online verification, reduced paperwork, and clearer seat acceptance options. Before completing registration and locking college choices, candidates should understand these new rules to avoid losing their allotted seat or security deposit.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must qualify NEET UG 2026 with the minimum qualifying percentile prescribed by NTA.
They must satisfy the eligibility requirements laid down by MCC and the National Medical Commission.
Candidates seeking 15% AIQ seats should meet the domicile and reservation requirements applicable under All India Quota.
Those applying for Deemed Universities, Central Universities, AIIMS or JIPMER must complete MCC registration irrespective of their state.
Candidates claiming reservation under EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST or PwD must possess valid certificates in the prescribed Central Government format.
Important Dates
| Event | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 Registration & Fee Payment | 5 Aug 2026 | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Round 1 Choice Filling | 6 Aug 2026 | 13 Aug 2026 |
| Round 1 Choice Locking | 12 Aug 2026 | 13 Aug 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Processing | 13 Aug 2026 | 16 Aug 2026 |
| Round 1 Result | 17 Aug 2026 | 17 Aug 2026 |
| Round 1 Reporting / Joining | 18 Aug 2026 | 22 Aug 2026 |
| Round 2 Registration | 25 Aug 2026 | 29 Aug 2026 |
| Round 2 Choice Filling | 25 Aug 2026 | 30 Aug 2026 |
| Round 2 Result | 2 Sept 2026 | 2 Sept 2026 |
| Round 2 Reporting / Joining | 3 Sept 2026 | 8 Sept 2026 |
| Round 3 Registration | 11 Sept 2026 | 15 Sept 2026 |
| Round 3 Choice Filling | 11 Sept 2026 | 16 Sept 2026 |
| Round 3 Result | 18 Sept 2026 | 18 Sept 2026 |
| Round 3 Reporting / Joining | 19 Sept 2026 | 26 Sept 2026 |
| Online Stray Vacancy Registration | 28 Sept 2026 | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Online Stray Vacancy Choice Filling | 28 Sept 2026 | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Online Stray Vacancy Result | 3 Oct 2026 | 3 Oct 2026 |
| Online Stray Vacancy Reporting | 4 Oct 2026 | 10 Oct 2026 |
| Commencement of Academic Session | 8 Sept 2026 | – |
Note: All dates are based on the official MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026–27 schedule. Candidates should complete registration, fee payment, choice filling and reporting within the prescribed deadlines. MCC has directed all participating institutes to treat Saturdays, Sundays and Gazetted Holidays as working days during the counselling process.
Documents Required
• NEET UG 2026 Admit Card
• NEET UG 2026 Score Card
• Class 10 Certificate
• Class 12 Mark Sheet
• Class 12 Passing Certificate
• Birth Certificate (if applicable)
• Aadhaar Card or Government Photo ID
• Passport-size Photographs
• Category Certificate (Central format)
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable)
• Migration Certificate (if required)
• Character Certificate
• Medical Fitness Certificate
• Provisional Allotment Letter
• Fee Payment Receipt
How to Complete MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 Registration and Choice Filling
Complete the MCC NEET UG 2026 counselling process by registering online, paying the counselling fee, filling and locking your preferred colleges, downloading the seat allotment letter, and reporting to the allotted institute with the required documents. Follow each step carefully to avoid missing deadlines or losing your allotted seat.
- 1
Visit the MCC Counselling Portal
Go to the official Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) website at mcc.nic.in. Click on the "UG Medical Counselling" section and open the NEET UG 2026 counselling registration page once it is activated. Always verify that you are on the official MCC portal before entering your details.
Bookmark the MCC homepage and check it daily for schedule announcements and counselling notices.Go to step link - 2
Register Using Your NEET UG Details
Complete the online registration by entering your NEET UG 2026 application details, personal information and contact details exactly as they appear in your NEET records. Verify every field before submitting the registration form.
Use an active mobile number and email address because all counselling updates will be sent to them.Go to step link - 3
Pay the Registration Fee
Pay the prescribed counselling registration fee and refundable security deposit using the available online payment options. Wait until the payment confirmation page appears and download the payment receipt for future reference.
Do not refresh or close the browser while the payment is being processed.Go to step link - 4
Fill Your Preferred Colleges and Courses
Search for participating medical colleges and courses, then arrange them in your preferred order. Your preference list should include ambitious, realistic and safe college choices based on your NEET rank.
Review previous years' closing ranks before finalising your preference order.Go to step link - 5
Review and Lock Your Choices
Carefully review every selected college and course before locking your choices. Once the choice-locking deadline passes, modifications are generally not permitted.
Take a screenshot or download your final choice list before locking it.Go to step link - 6
Download the Seat Allotment Result
After the seat allotment results are published, log in to the MCC portal to view your allotted college. Download the provisional allotment letter and read all reporting instructions carefully.
https://mcc.nic.inGo to step link - 7
Report to the Allotted Medical College
Visit the allotted medical college within the reporting period with all original documents, passport-size photographs, admission fees and the provisional allotment letter. Complete document verification and admission formalities to confirm your seat.
Carry both original documents and multiple self-attested photocopies for verification.Go to step link - 8
Participate in Further Counselling Rounds (If Needed)
If you are not allotted a seat or wish to upgrade your allotted college, participate in the subsequent counselling rounds according to the MCC schedule and eligibility rules.
Track every counselling notification because each round has separate registration and reporting deadlines.Go to step link
Important Tips Before Registering
- Keep your NEET UG 2026 Admit Card and Score Card ready before registration.
- Use a stable internet connection while completing payment and choice filling.
- Research previous years' closing ranks before arranging your college preferences.
- Include a balanced mix of dream, target and safe colleges to improve allotment chances.
- Lock your choices before the deadline. Unlocked choices may be auto-locked by the system according to MCC guidelines.
- Download and save copies of your registration form, payment receipt, filled choices and allotment letter.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Waiting until the last day to register.
- Forgetting to lock choices.
- Uploading incorrect or expired category certificates.
- Entering incorrect contact details.
- Missing the institute reporting deadline after seat allotment.
Pro Tip: Use a college predictor based on your NEET rank before choice filling. Analysing previous years' closing ranks and seat trends helps build a realistic preference list and can significantly improve your chances of securing your preferred MBBS college.
Reservation Details
Reservation under the 15% All India Quota follows Central Government rules.
Eligible categories include:
• EWS
• OBC-NCL
• SC
• ST
• PwD
Candidates must upload valid reservation certificates in the prescribed Central Government format during counselling.
Fee Structure
Registration fees and refundable security deposit vary depending on the institution category including AIQ Government Colleges, Deemed Universities and Central Universities.
The official fee notification will be published by MCC along with the counselling schedule.
Seat Matrix
India offers approximately 1,36,939 MBBS seats across Government Medical Colleges, Private Medical Colleges, Deemed Universities, AIIMS, JIPMER and other participating institutions.
The final institute-wise seat matrix for MCC Counselling 2026 will be published before Round 1 registration begins.
Candidates should review the official seat matrix carefully before filling choices.
College Reporting
Carry all original documents.
Report before the reporting deadline.
Complete admission formalities.
Pay institute admission fees.
Failure to report within the specified timeline may result in cancellation of the allotted seat.
Tips & Insights
- Register immediately after the portal opens.
- Research previous years' closing ranks before filling choices.
- Include dream, target and safe colleges.
- Lock choices before the deadline.
- Verify category certificates well in advance.
- Monitor MCC announcements daily for schedule updates.
- Keep multiple photocopies of all documents ready.
Full Guide
🟢 LIVE: MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 Registration is Now Open
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has activated the NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 registration portal. Eligible candidates can now register online, pay the counselling fee, complete choice filling and participate in the 15% AIQ, AIIMS, JIPMER, ESIC, Central Universities and Deemed University counselling process.
Round 1 Important Dates
- Registration: 5 August – 12 August 2026 (up to 3:00 PM)
- Choice Filling: 6 August – 13 August 2026
- Choice Locking: 12–13 August 2026
- Seat Allotment Processing: 13–16 August 2026
- Round 1 Result: 17 August 2026
- Reporting / Joining: 18–22 August 2026
Candidates applying under 15% All India Quota (AIQ), AIIMS, JIPMER, Central Universities, ESIC, AFMS, and Deemed Universities should complete registration and choice filling within the official schedule. The 2026 Information Bulletin also introduces important counselling changes, including the Freeze and Float options, one-time document upload, and online document verification for eligible candidates.
How to Register for MCC Counselling 2026
Candidates can now complete MCC Round 1 registration through the official counselling portal. Follow these steps:
1. Visit the MCC UG Counselling portal.
2. Click **New Candidate Registration**.
3. Enter your NEET UG 2026 Roll Number and required credentials.
4. Complete candidate registration.
5. Pay the counselling fee online.
6. Upload the required documents.
7. Fill and lock your preferred colleges.
8. Download the confirmation page for future reference.
Before You Fill Your Choices
Selecting the correct order of colleges is one of the most important decisions during MCC counselling 2026. Before locking your choices, check your realistic MBBS admission chances using the ExamMetrics NEET College Predictor.
This guide will be updated whenever MCC releases new notifications, seat matrices, counselling results, or schedule revisions. Bookmark this page for the latest official updates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. MCC has activated the NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 registration portal. Eligible candidates can now register online, pay the counselling fee and participate in Round 1 counselling through the official MCC website.
Yes. MCC has officially released the NEET UG Counselling 2026–27 schedule and Information Bulletin. Round 1 registration will begin on 5 August 2026 and close on 12 August 2026 (3:00 PM). The official schedule also includes choice filling, seat allotment, reporting dates and the complete calendar for all counselling rounds.
MCC Round 1 registration starts on 5 August 2026 and continues until 12 August 2026 (3:00 PM, Server Time). Candidates must complete registration, fee payment and submit their application before the deadline.
No. Qualifying NEET UG only makes you eligible for counselling. To secure admission, you must register for MCC counselling (for 15% AIQ and participating institutions) or your respective state counselling, fill your college choices, participate in seat allotment and report to the allotted institute within the prescribed deadline.
For the 2026–27 academic session, India has 1,36,939 MBBS seats across government, private and deemed medical colleges. This represents an increase of 9,911 seats compared with the previous academic year, expanding opportunities for NEET UG candidates.
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, conducts online counselling for the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) MBBS and BDS seats, along with admissions to AIIMS, JIPMER, Central Universities, ESIC, AFMS and Deemed Universities.
Candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026 and meet the eligibility criteria can participate in MCC counselling for 15% All India Quota (AIQ), AIIMS, JIPMER, Central Universities, ESIC, AFMS and Deemed Universities by registering on the MCC portal.
Candidates must upload clear scanned copies of the required documents on the MCC portal and produce original documents during physical reporting whenever applicable. Documents generally include the NEET UG Admit Card, Score Card, Class 10 and 12 certificates, identity proof, category certificate (if applicable), passport-size photographs and other documents specified in the MCC Information Bulletin.
The counselling fee consists of a registration fee and a refundable security deposit. The amount varies depending on the category of institution, such as Government Medical Colleges, Deemed Universities or Central Universities. MCC publishes the official fee structure along with the counselling notification before registration begins.
MCC conducts four online counselling rounds for NEET UG admissions: Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Online Stray Vacancy Round
Yes. Eligible candidates can participate in both MCC AIQ counselling and their respective State counselling, subject to the counselling rules and eligibility criteria of the concerned state.
Candidates must register online through the official MCC counselling portal (mcc.nic.in). Registration, fee payment, choice filling, choice locking and downloading the allotment letter are completed through the same portal.
Round 1 registration is open from 5–12 August 2026, choice filling from 6–13 August, seat allotment processing from 13–16 August, Round 1 result on 17 August, and reporting at allotted colleges from 18–22 August 2026.
MCC counselling and State counselling are conducted by different authorities for different seat categories. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts counselling for the 15% All India Quota (AIQ), AIIMS, JIPMER, ESIC, AFMS, Central Universities and Deemed Universities. State counselling authorities conduct admissions for the 85% State Quota seats in government and private medical colleges within their respective states. Eligible candidates can usually participate in both counselling processes if they meet the applicable eligibility criteria.
No. Once you lock your college choices on the MCC counselling portal, they generally cannot be changed for that counselling round. If you do not lock your choices before the deadline, the system may automatically lock the last saved preferences according to MCC guidelines. Candidates should carefully review their choice order before locking it.
The MCC counselling registration fee and security deposit are separate. The registration fee is generally non-refundable, while the refundable security deposit may be returned according to the applicable MCC counselling rules after the admission process is completed. Candidates should refer to the official counselling notification for the latest fee structure and refund policy.
If you do not report to the allotted medical college within the prescribed reporting period, your allotted seat may be cancelled. Depending on the counselling round and applicable MCC rules, you may also lose your refundable security deposit or become ineligible for certain subsequent rounds. Always review the latest MCC counselling guidelines before deciding not to report.
Yes, eligible candidates may participate in Round 2 even after receiving a seat in Round 1, subject to the rules announced by MCC for the current counselling cycle. Candidates may choose to upgrade to a higher-preference college or course if permitted under the official counselling guidelines. Always check the latest MCC notification for round-wise eligibility and upgrade rules.
Arrange colleges in your true order of preference, starting with your most preferred colleges. Since MCC allotment is based on NEET merit, reservation rules, seat availability and your locked choices, listing a dream college first does not reduce your chances of getting lower-preference colleges if higher choices are unavailable. Many candidates use a college predictor to create a balanced list of dream, target and safe colleges before locking their choices.
A Freeze candidate accepts the allotted seat and reports physically to the institute for admission. A Float candidate chooses to participate in the next counselling round for upgradation while completing online document verification instead of immediate physical reporting. These options were introduced to simplify the counselling process in 2026.
No. Qualifying NEET UG only makes a candidate eligible to participate in the counselling process. MBBS admission depends on NEET rank, category, reservation, seat availability, college choices and counselling rules.
The last date for Round 1 registration and fee payment is 12 August 2026 (3:00 PM, Server Time). Candidates should complete registration well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
No. Once the registration window closes, MCC does not normally accept new registrations for that counselling round. Candidates who miss the deadline may have to wait for the next counselling round, subject to MCC eligibility rules.
Yes. Round 1 choice filling is scheduled from 6 August to 13 August 2026. Candidates can select, rearrange and save their preferred colleges before the choice locking deadline.
After successful registration, candidates should: Pay the counselling fee. Upload the required documents. Complete choice filling. Lock their college choices before the deadline. Download the registration confirmation and keep it for future reference.
Yes. Candidates can modify, add or rearrange their college choices any number of times before choice locking. Once the choices are locked or the deadline expires, no further changes are allowed.
According to the official schedule, the Round 1 seat allotment result will be declared on 17 August 2026. Candidates can download their allotment letter from the MCC portal after the results are published.
No. Eligible candidates who have already registered generally do not need to create a new account for each counselling round. However, they must participate in the respective counselling activities and follow the official instructions issued by MCC for each round.
Due to heavy traffic during the initial days of counselling, the MCC portal may experience temporary delays. Candidates are advised to use a stable internet connection, avoid multiple browser tabs and try again after some time if the website is slow.
Yes. Candidates should estimate their realistic MBBS admission chances before locking their college choices. Using a reliable college predictor can help create a balanced list of Dream, Target and Safe colleges, improving the quality of the final choice list.
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