NEET UG Counselling 2026 — Complete Guide

MCC counselling dates, state-wise registration process, AIQ vs state quota, documents required, and round-wise seat allotment schedule.

4 Rounds

MCC Counselling

15%

AIQ Seats

85%

State Quota

July-Oct

Timeline

What is NEET UG Counselling?

NEET UG Counselling is the centralized admission process for MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and other medical courses in India. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts counselling for 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats, deemed universities, central universities, and ESIC/AFMS institutes. The remaining 85% seats are filled through respective state counselling authorities.

The counselling process involves online registration, choice filling, seat allotment, and reporting to the allotted college. Candidates who do not secure a seat in India can also apply for MBBS abroad at NMC-approved universities.

MCC Counselling Rounds 2026

Round	Seats Covered	Duration	Expected Month
Round 1	AIQ (15%) + Deemed + Central	10-15 days	July 2026
Round 2	Vacant AIQ + Deemed + Central	10-15 days	August 2026
Mop-Up	Remaining vacant seats	7-10 days	September 2026
Stray Vacancy	Final leftover seats	5-7 days	October 2026

State-wise NEET Counselling Authorities

State	Authority	Approx. Seats	Website
Maharashtra	DMER	~4,000	dmer.org
Karnataka	KEA	~3,500	kea.kar.nic.in
Tamil Nadu	Medical Selection Committee	~3,200	tnmedicalselection.net
Uttar Pradesh	DGME UP	~4,500	upneet.gov.in
Rajasthan	Rajasthan Medical Education	~2,800	rajugmed.nic.in
Gujarat	ACPUGMEC	~2,500	medadmgujarat.org
Madhya Pradesh	DME MP	~2,200	dme.mponline.gov.in
West Bengal	WBMCC	~2,000	wbmcc.nic.in
Telangana	KNRUHS	~1,800	knruhs.telangana.gov.in
Kerala	CEE Kerala	~1,500	cee.kerala.gov.in

Documents Required for NEET Counselling

NEET UG Scorecard / Rank Letter

Class 10th & 12th Marksheets (original + copy)

NEET Admit Card

Passport-size Photographs (6-8 copies)

Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS if applicable)

Domicile / State Eligibility Certificate

Aadhar Card / ID Proof

Transfer Certificate from school

Migration Certificate

Medical Fitness Certificate

Anti-Ragging Affidavit (from antiragging.in)

Didn't Get a Seat? Consider MBBS Abroad

Every year, lakhs of NEET-qualified students don't get government MBBS seats. MBBS abroad at NMC-approved universities is a proven alternative with fees of ₹15-40 lakhs total (vs ₹50L-1.5Cr at Indian private colleges).

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Frequently Asked Questions

When does NEET UG counselling start?

MCC NEET UG counselling typically begins 3-4 weeks after NEET results are declared, usually in July 2026. State counselling starts after MCC Round 1 is completed.

What is AIQ (All India Quota)?

15% of government medical college seats are reserved under All India Quota and filled through MCC counselling. The remaining 85% are filled by respective state counselling authorities.

Can I participate in both MCC and state counselling?

Yes, you can register for both MCC (AIQ) and your state counselling. However, if you accept a seat in MCC, your state seat (if any) will be cancelled and vice versa.

What is the NEET counselling fee?

MCC counselling requires a registration fee of ₹1,000 (General/OBC) or ₹500 (SC/ST). A security deposit of ₹10,000-₹2,00,000 is required upon seat allotment.

What happens if I don't get a seat in any round?

If you don't get a seat through counselling, you can consider MBBS abroad at NMC-approved universities with fees from ₹15-40 lakhs total. Many students with NEET scores of 300-500 choose this route.

Is NEET score valid for MBBS abroad?

Yes, NEET qualification is mandatory for Indian students studying MBBS abroad (NMC regulation). Your NEET scorecard is required during admission and when applying for FMGE/NExT after returning.

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