MCC has introduced new changes in NEET PG counselling 2026. Major changes have been made to the willingness process. Moreover, a few new guidelines have been added this year. Get all the changes introduced in NEET PG counselling here.
Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released NEET PG counselling dates and the information bulletin. With the release of the information bulletin, new changes have been introduced in the NEET PG 2026 counselling process. There are 6 major changes in 2026. These changes include freeze, float, online document verification, NRI quota process online, dedicated PwD guidelines, a 24*7 helpline and a new email ID, and internship cutoff date. Candidates can check the NEET PG 2026 changes introduced on this page. This will help candidates to understand the NEET PG counselling process.
Changes introduced in NEET PG 2026 Counselling: Highlights
| Process | Changes |
|---|---|
| Freeze/Float upgradation | Candidates can now submit their willingness (Freeze/Float) against the allotted seat online. Earlier, the process was done by physical reporting. |
| Uploading of Documents: | Float candidates should upload required documents for verification (no need to visit the institute physically). |
| NRI PrThe document | Document submission and verification process is online. |
| PwD medical assessment The number | Number of PwD assessment boards has increased by 65. |
| Internship cutoff: | The internship cutoff is extended from July 31 to September 30, 2026. |
| Help Desk | 24x7 call centre and a new email id mcc2026@gov.in for counselling queries. |
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NEET PG Counselling 2026: What has changed compared to 2025 Counselling?
Candidates can check the list of changes introduced in NEET PG counselling 2026 below.
NEET PG Counselling 2026: Freeze and Float
This is one of the best changes students will witness this year. Free and Float options will help them to submit their willingness against the seat allotted to them. Earlier, candidates had to report to the allotted institute and then they were able to opt for upgradation. Let's understand these two options: Freeze and Float.
What is Freeze Option?
Candidates who are satisfied with the seat allotted and do not want to upgrade can choose Freeze. These candidates will have to report to the allotted institute for joining. They will have to carry the required documents with them.
What is Float Option?
Candidates who want to upgrade from Round 1 to Round 2, or from Round 2 to Round 3, can choose this option. They will have to submit their willingness after the release of NEET PG seat allotment.
Document Submission
Candidates who have selected Freeze or Float options will have to upload documents online through the portal provided by MCC. The documents must be uploaded before the deadline. Candidates will be allowed to resolve the queries / discrepancy raised by institutes.
NEET PG Counselling 2026: NRI Quota Process Online
New changes have been introduced for NEET PG NRI quota counselling in 2026. NRI students can now upload documents online for verification. Earlier, they had to email their documents to MCC before each round of counselling.
- Process for NRI Document Submission, Verification, and Conversion of Category:
- Candidates will have to select NRI Quota and sub-category at the time of registration.
- They will have to upload supporting documents for category conversion from Indian to NRI.
- NRI Document Verification Committee (DVC) of MCC will verify the submitted documents.
- SMS and email alerts will be sent to candidates regarding discrepancies.
- Candidates will be allowed to make necessary corrections.
- The converted candidates will be eligible for the NRI choice filling.
- Candidates are allowed to participate in Round 2 if they are unable to produce the documents in Round 1.
PwD Medical Assessment Board Expanded
MCC has expanded the PwD medical assessment board. The assessment board has been increased to 65 from 16 boards. Moreover, appellate boards have been included.
NEET PG Internship Cutoff Date Extended
MCC has extended the NEET PG internship cutoff date. The extended date for internship completion is July 31 to September 30, 2026. Candidates are advised to check the internship criteria for NEET PG 2026 before applying for counselling.
MCC NEET PG Counselling 2026 Help Desk
In 2026, MCC is providing 27*7 help desk facility. A new email id mcc2026@gov.in, is provided for counselling queries.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 days ago
Hi.
The MD Forensic Medicine cut-off in NEET-PG 2026 is, honestly, one of the most rank-friendly in the entire MD table — which makes this para-clinical branch a serious government-college route for candidates sitting on a lower rank. NEET-PG 2026 results were declared by NBEMS on 24 September 2026,
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Scholar-Level 17
Answered 2 weeks ago
Candidates can check the expected NEET PG 2026 qualifying marks below.
| Category | Qualifying Percentile | Expected Qualifying Marks |
| General | 50th | 295–315 |
| General PwBD | 45th | 275–295 |
| SC/ST/OBC (including PwBD) | 40th | 255–275 |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
470 is an average mark in NEET PG. Candidates can qualify the exam but securing admission to the clinical courses is not possible.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 weeks ago
NBEMS declared NEET PG 2026 result on September 24. NEET PG result link is activated on the website natboard.edu.in. Candidates can check their rank and marks obtained. They will also know the NEET PG cutoff marks.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 weeks ago
The rank needed for MSU Baroda admission would depend on the category, round and course chosen. For the General AI category, the maximum rank accepted for admission was 75765 for the MD in Microbiology course. Hence, students need to attain a rank of at least 75765 to be eligible for admission. Refe
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Yes, the NEET PG exam is tough. The exam is designed to test the knowledge of MBBS graduates in 19 subjects. Moreover, the number of seats are limited.
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Answered a month ago
Yes, this is a decent rank in NEET PG. Candidates have a high chance of getting admission to the clinical seat in medical colleges.
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Answered a month ago
Yes, NEET PG city intimation slip was released on August 11, 2026. Candidates can check the city intimation slip through login portal. They can know the exam city name through the NEET PG city intimation slip.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
Yes, NBEMS released the NEET PG admit card on August 26. They will have to provide the login details to access the admit card online.
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Answered a month ago
According to the past year data, the last round NEET PG closing rank for MD/MS admission at IUL Lucknow ranged between 508 and 8675 in the year 2025. The most difficult branch to get admission to was MD General Medicine and the most-the easiest one was MD Community Medicine.
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