NEET PG Counselling 2026: LIVE Updates
NEET PG Counselling 2026 Updates: The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the tentative schedule for NEET PG Counselling 2026 and Round 1 registration for the 50% All India Quota (AIQ) seats officially opens on October 12, 2026 on the official portal mcc.nic.in. This page is tracking the latest developments as the counselling process unfolds from registration and choice filling to seat allotment results across all rounds including the State Quota schedule running in parallel.
NEET PG Counselling 2026 Update Live Now: With MD, MS, PG Diploma and DNB seats across government deemed and central university medical colleges up for allotment this cycle lakhs of NEET PG 2026 qualifiers are now gearing up for what’s widely regarded as one of the most high stakes admission processes in Indian medical education. Here’s everything confirmed so far round by round.
NEET PG Counselling 2026: Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) under DGHS |
| Counselling For | 50% All India Quota (AIQ) 100% Deemed/Central University seats AFMS seats |
| Round 1 Registration Opens | October 12, 2026 |
| Round 1 Choice Filling | October 13 to October 22, 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | October 24, 2026 |
| Total Rounds | Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, Online Stray Vacancy Round |
| State Quota Counselling | Conducted separately by respective State DME Counselling Authorities |
| Academic Session Commencement | November 20, 2026 |
| Official Website | mcc.nic.in |
NEET PG Counselling 2026 Complete AIQ Round Wise Schedule
Here’s the full tentative schedule for the All India Quota (50%) counselling, as released by MCC
Round 1
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Seat Matrix Verification by Institutes | October 10–12, 2026 |
| Registration | October 12–21, 2026 up to 12:00 PM Fee payment till 3:00 PM |
| Choice Filling & Locking | October 13–22, 2026 locking from 4:00 PM on Oct 21 to 10:00 AM on Oct 22 |
| Seat Allotment Result | October 24, 2026 |
| Reporting Joining | October 26 to November 2, 2026 |
| Institute Verification of Joined Candidates | November 3, 2026 |
Round 2
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Seat Matrix Verification | November 6–7, 2026 |
| Registration | November 6–11, 2026 up to 12:00 PM Fee payment till 3:00 PM |
| Choice Filling & Locking | November 7–12, 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Result | November 14, 2026 |
| Reporting Joining | November 16–23, 2026 |
| Institute Verification of Joined Candidates | November 24, 2026 |
Round 3
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Seat Matrix Verification | November 25–26, 2026 |
| Registration | November 26 to December 1, 2026 |
| Choice Filling & Locking | November 27 to December 2, 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Result | December 4, 2026 |
| Reporting Joining | December 5–12, 2026 |
| Institute Verification of Joined Candidates | December 14, 2026 |
Online Stray Vacancy Round
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Seat Matrix Verification | December 15, 2026 |
| Registration | December 16–21, 2026 up to 12:00 PM Fee payment till 3:00 PM |
| Choice Filling & Locking | December 16–21, 2026 up to 11:55 PM |
| Seat Allotment Result | December 24, 2026 |
| Reporting Joining | December 24–31, 2026 |
Important: This is a tentative schedule released by MCC and may be revised due to legal administrative or seat matrix related reasons as has happened in previous counselling cycles. Always cross check the latest dates directly on mcc.nic.in before planning your registration or travel.
Also Read: NEET PG 2026 Seat Matrix Released: Check College-Wise Seats, Branches & Direct Link
NEET PG Counselling 2026 State Quota Schedule Overview
Alongside the AIQ counselling individual State Quota counselling covering the remaining 50% of government seats and state managed private deemed seats runs on a parallel but separately administered timeline through each state’s Directorate of Medical Education (DME) or equivalent authority
| Round | State Quota Counselling Window Indicative |
|---|---|
| Round 1 | October 21 to November 2, 2026 |
| Round 2 | November 14–23, 2026 |
| Round 3 | December 4–12, 2026 |
| Stray Vacancy | December 22–25, 2026 |
Important: State Quota schedules vary by state some states may announce dates slightly ahead of or behind this indicative window and the process registration portal fee structure and document requirements is managed independently by each state. Always refer to your specific state’s official counselling website for confirmed dates rather than relying solely on the AIQ timeline above.
How to Register for NEET PG Counselling 2026 Step by Step
Follow these steps to complete your Round 1 AIQ registration
- Visit the official website — mcc.nic.in.
- Click on the “PG Medical Counselling” section from the homepage.
- Look for the “NEET PG 2026 Registration” link under candidate activities.
- Select New Registration and enter your NEET PG 2026 roll number and basic personal details to create your login credentials.
- Log in and complete the counselling registration form including category preferred state if applicable and other required details.
- Pay the registration fee and security deposit through the available online payment modes Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
- Review your form carefully before final submission since most details cannot be edited after submission.
- Download and save the confirmation page for your records.
Important: Registration and fee payment deadlines are strict cut off times not just dates Round 1 registration closes at 12:00 PM on October 21 with fee payment accepted until 3:00 PM the same day. Missing this window means missing the round entirely so don’t wait until the last few hours.
Also Read: NEET UG Round 3 Seat Allotment Result 2026 Live: Check MCC Result Date, College & Allotment Letter
NEET PG Counselling 2026: Choice Filling What to Keep in Mind
Choice filling is where your preparation truly gets tested against strategy. Here are a few pointers specific to this cycle
- Choice filling and locking run concurrently with registration in each round note that locking begins after the registration deadline from 4:00 PM on October 21 to 10:00 AM on October 22 for Round 1 giving you a narrow final window to lock in your choices.
- Unlocked choices are auto locked by the system at the deadline in the order you’ve arranged them so always arrange your preferences in the exact order you’d genuinely want them rather than leaving your most-wanted options unlocked till the last minute.
- Since this covers 50% AIQ seats 100% Deemed Central University seats and AFMS seats together make sure you understand which specific seat pools you’re eligible for and interested in before filling your choices as not all categories of seats are open to every applicant type.
Also Read: NEET PG Result 2026 Out: Check Rank, Cut Off Marks & Download PDF @natboard.edu.in
NEET PG Counselling 2026 Registration Fee & Security Deposit Reference
While MCC’s exact 2026 fee notification should always be your final reference based on the structure followed in the most recent counselling cycle candidates can expect fees in this broad range
| Category | Registration Fee (AIQ) | Security Deposit AIQ |
|---|---|---|
| General | ₹1,000 (indicative) | ₹25,000 (indicative) |
| SC/ST/OBC | ₹500 (indicative) | ₹10,000 (indicative) |
| Deemed Universities All Categories | ₹5,000 (indicative) | ₹2,00,000 (indicative) |
Important: These figures are based on the previous counselling cycle’s fee structure and are provided only as an indicative reference. MCC may revise these amounts for 2026 always confirm the exact registration fee and security deposit figures from the official MCC notice before making any payment.
- The registration application fee is generally non refundable under all circumstances.
- The security deposit is typically refundable if you’re not allotted any seat. However from Round 2 onward if you’re allotted a seat and choose to exit it the security deposit is usually forfeited so think carefully before withdrawing from an allotted seat in later rounds.
Also Read: How to Check NBEMS NEET PG Result 2026 @natboard.edu.in
What Happens After Seat Allotment Reporting & Joining
Once your Round 1 seat allotment result is declared on October 24, 2026 here’s what comes next
- Download your allotment letter from the MCC portal.
- Report to your allotted institute within the specified joining window October 26 to November 2, 2026 for Round 1.
- Carry all original documents required for admission NEET PG scorecard admit card category certificates educational certificates identity proof and the allotment letter itself.
- Complete document verification and admission formalities at the institute.
- The institute will subsequently confirm your joining status back to MCC by November 3, 2026.
Important: Failing to report within the specified joining window can result in your seat being forfeited with limited or no recourse in that specific round so treat the reporting deadline as non-negotiable.
NEET PG Counselling 2026 Round 1 vs Later Rounds Key Differences
Understanding how the rules shift across rounds helps you plan your strategy
- Round 1 offers a free upgrade/exit option if you’re not satisfied with your Round 1 allotment you can generally participate in Round 2 for an upgrade without losing your security deposit provided you follow MCC’s specified exit process correctly.
- From Round 2 onward exiting an allotted seat typically forfeits your security deposit making each subsequent round a higher stakes decision compared to Round 1.
- The Stray Vacancy Round is typically the final opportunity to secure a seat from whatever vacancies remain after Round 3 often with a compressed timeline and fewer available choices.
Also Read: NEET PG 2026 Result Date: Expected Release, Answer Key, Cut Off & How to Check @natboard.edu.in
Documents Required for NEET PG Counselling 2026
Keep the following documents ready, both for registration and for institute reporting
- NEET PG 2026 admit card and scorecard
- Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets certificates
- MBBS degree certificate and internship completion certificate
- Permanent/provisional registration certificate from the Medical Council/NMC or State Medical Council
- Category certificate SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD if applicable
- Valid government photo ID Aadhaar Card, Passport, etc.
- Passport-size photographs
- Counselling registration confirmation and seat allotment letter once allotted
Also Read: NEET PG 2026 Answer Key: NBEMS Download PDF, Check Responses & Calculate Score
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: When does NEET PG Counselling 2026 Round 1 registration begin? Round 1 registration for the 50% All India Quota begins on October 12, 2026, at mcc.nic.in.
Q2: When will the NEET PG 2026 Round 1 seat allotment result be declared? The Round 1 seat allotment result is scheduled for October 24, 2026.
Q3: Is this NEET PG 2026 counselling schedule final? No. MCC has released this as a tentative schedule which may be revised due to administrative or legal reasons. Always check mcc.nic.in for the latest confirmed dates.
Q4: How many counselling rounds are there for NEET PG 2026? There are four rounds in total: Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and an Online Stray Vacancy Round.
Q5: Does the State Quota counselling follow the same schedule as AIQ? No. State Quota counselling is conducted separately by each state’s DME or counselling authority, broadly overlapping with but not identical to the AIQ schedule.
Q6: What is the registration fee for NEET PG Counselling 2026? Exact 2026 fees should be confirmed from the official MCC notice based on the previous cycle fees were approximately ₹1,000 General and ₹500 (SC/ST/OBC) for AIQ with higher fees for Deemed University seats.
Also Read: NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 2 Start: How to Register at mcc.nic.in
Q7: Is the security deposit refundable? Generally yes if you’re not allotted a seat. However from Round 2 onward, exiting an allotted seat typically results in forfeiture of the security deposit confirm exact terms from the official notice.
Q8: When does the NEET PG 2026 academic session begin? The academic session is scheduled to commence on November 20, 2026.
Q9: What happens if I miss the Round 1 reporting deadline after seat allotment? Failing to report within the specified joining window October 26 to November 2, 2026, for Round 1 can result in forfeiture of your allotted seat.
Q10: Can I upgrade my seat in later rounds after accepting a Round 1 allotment? Yes, Round 1 typically allows a free upgrade option without losing your security deposit if you follow MCC’s exit process correctly later rounds carry stricter forfeiture rules.
Since NEET PG Counselling 2026 is a multi-round multi authority process spanning several months this page will continue to reflect the latest confirmed schedule as MCC and state counselling authorities issue updates. Always cross verify registration deadlines fee amounts and seat matrix details directly on mcc.nic.in and your respective state counselling portal.
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Disclaimer: This article is based on publicly available information and MCC’s tentative schedule as of October 11, 2026. Candidates should always cross verify dates fees and procedures on the official website mcc.nic.in as the final source of truth.
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