NEET UG MCC Counselling 2026 LIVE Updates: MCC to release counselling schedule Soon, Check MCC New Rules
NEET UG MCC Counselling 2026 LIVE Updates: MCC is expected to release NEET counselling schedule soon. Check latest updates on registration, choice filling, seat allotment and new MCC counselling rules here
NEET Counselling 2026 Dates LIVE
MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 LIVE: Medical Counselling Committee will release NEET UG 2026 counselling schedule shortly. Last year, it complete dates were released in July, so now it is expected that MCC NEET UG counselling schedule 2026 can be issued anytime soon. Once out, candidates can check and download NEET UG 2026 counselling schedule online at official website mcc.nic.in
Along with schedule, NEET UG counselling registration 2026 will also start soon. Those who have qualified National Eligibility cum Entrance Test 2026 must complete NEET counselling registration online. MCC conducts counselling for 15% All India Quota (AIQ) MBBS and BDS seats, along with admissions to AIIMS, JIPMER, Central Universities, Deemed Universities, ESIC, AFMC and other participating institutes.
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Where to download MCC NEET Counselling Schedule 2026?
Candidates can download NEET UG counselling dates PDF online at MCC official website
| MCC Website |
mcc.nic.in |
MCC New Rules for NEET Counselling 2026
Candidates can check new rules by MCC for NEET UG counselling in table below
| New Rules |
Overview |
|---|---|
| No physical reporting for seat upgrade |
Candidates opting for seat upgradation do not need to visit the allotted college only for admission formalities. |
| Online seat resignation |
Eligible candidates can resign from their allotted seat through the MCC counselling portal within the given deadline. |
| Online NRI document upload |
NRI quota applicants for deemed universities can upload the required documents online through the MCC portal. |
| Training for authorities |
MCC is conducting training sessions for state counselling authorities and medical colleges on the new counselling process. |
| Clear seat and fee details |
States and colleges have been asked to provide updated information on available seats and fee structures to help candidates make informed choices. |
How to Complete MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 Registration?
Candidates can check these steps to know how to complete NEET counselling registration online
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Go to official MCC website
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Click on UG Medical Counselling 2026 link
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Register using NEET UG application details
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Fill in personal and academic information
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Pay counselling fee online
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Complete choice filling by selecting colleges and courses
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Lock choices
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Save form
Can I Participate in Both AIQ and State Counselling of NEET UG 2026?
Yes. Candidates who qualify NEET UG 2026 are eligible to participate in both All India Quota (AIQ) counselling conducted by MCC and State Quota counselling conducted by their respective state counselling authorities.
Under AIQ, 15% of MBBS and BDS seats in government medical and dental colleges are filled through MCC counselling. In addition, MCC also conducts counselling for AIIMS, JIPMER, Central Universities, Deemed Universities, ESIC colleges, AFMC (subject to eligibility), and other participating institutes. Individual states fill remaining 85% State Quota seats as per their domicile rules, reservation policies and eligibility conditions.
Candidates should note that registration for MCC counselling and State counselling is separate. Even if a candidate registers for AIQ counselling, they must also register independently on their respective state counselling portal if they wish to compete for state quota seats.
Tie-Breaking Rules in MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026
If two or more candidates gets same NEET UG rank, following tie-breaking rules prescribed by NTA are applied
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Higher marks in Biology (Botany & Zoology) are given first preference
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If tie remains, candidate with higher marks in Chemistry is ranked higher
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If tie persists, higher marks in Physics are considered
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If candidates are still tied, the one with a lower proportion of incorrect answers across all subjects is given preference
Final NEET UG All India Rank (AIR) prepared by NTA after applying these rules is used by MCC for seat allotment during counselling.
LIVE UPDATE
NEET UG MCC Counselling 2026 Dates & Schedule @mcc.nic.in LIVE Updates
- 1:01 PM IST• 29 Jul 2026
NEET UG MCC Counselling Date 2026 LIVE: What is the choice filling process?
Candidates must select and prioritise their preferred NEET UG colleges and courses online before locking their choices within specified timeline.
- 12:49 PM IST• 29 Jul 2026
NEET UG MCC Counselling Date 2026 LIVE: How many counselling rounds will be conducted?
MCC is expected to conduct Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and a Stray Vacancy Round for eligible candidates based on seat availability.
- 12:36 PM IST• 29 Jul 2026
NEET UG MCC Counselling Date 2026 LIVE: Can I edit my college choices after submission?
Yes, candidates can modify or rearrange their preferences during NEET UG choice-locking period before the final deadline announced by MCC.
- 12:30 PM IST• 29 Jul 2026
NEET UG MCC Counselling Date 2026 LIVE: What documents are required for counselling?
Candidates should keep these documents ready before registration
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NEET UG 2026 Admit Card
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NEET UG 2026 Scorecard
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Class 10 Certificate
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Class 12 Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate
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Photo ID Proof
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Passport-size Photographs
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Category Certificate
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PwD Certificate
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Domicile Certificate
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- 12:19 PM IST• 29 Jul 2026
NEET UG MCC Counselling Date 2026 LIVE: Is registration mandatory for Round 1?
Yes, candidates must complete online registration, pay the counselling fee, and submit their choices before the Round 1 deadline to participate.
- 12:11 PM IST• 29 Jul 2026
NEET UG MCC Counselling Date 2026 LIVE: What happens if I do not report to my allotted college?
Failure to report within the prescribed deadline may result in cancellation of the allotted seat and other consequences as per the applicable MCC NEET UG counselling rules
- 12:09 PM IST• 29 Jul 2026
NEET UG 2026 Counselling Update: Check MCC New Rules
Check new rules here
No Physical Reporting Required for Seat Upgradation
Earlier, candidates had to report physically to allotted college even if they wanted to upgrade their seat in next NEET UG counselling round. Now, those who choose "Upgrade" or "Willing to Upgrade" option after seat allotment will no longer have to visit allotted college only to complete admission formalities.
NEET Seat Resignation Process Now Available Online
MCC has also made NEET UG seat resignation process completely online wherever resignation is allowed under counselling rules. Candidates who wish to resign from their allotted seat can now submit their resignation request through official MCC counselling portal.
Online Document Upload for NRI Quota Candidates
Candidates applying under NRI quota in deemed universities will now be able to upload all required documents directly on MCC counselling portal.
MCC Conducts Training for States and Medical Colleges
To ensure that this new NEET counselling system is implemented smoothly, MCC has started conducting orientation and training sessions for state counselling authorities and medical institutions.
- 11:59 AM IST• 29 Jul 2026
NEET UG MCC Counselling Date 2026 LIVE: Can I upgrade my allotted seat in later rounds?
Yes. Eligible candidates may opt for upgradation and, if a higher-preference seat becomes available, it will be allotted in the subsequent MCC NEET counselling round.
- 11:44 AM IST• 29 Jul 2026
NEET UG MCC Counselling Date 2026 LIVE: How many college choices should I fill during counselling?
Candidates should fill in as many NEET UG college and course choices as possible to improve their chances of securing a seat during allotment.
- 11:38 AM IST• 29 Jul 2026
NEET UG MCC Counselling Date 2026 LIVE: Can I participate in both AIQ and State Counselling?
Yes. Eligible candidates can participate in both MCC All India Quota (AIQ) counselling and their respective state counselling, provided they meet the eligibility criteria.
- 11:31 AM IST• 29 Jul 2026
NEET UG MCC Counselling Date 2026 LIVE: What are the tie-breaking rules in MCC NEET UG Counselling?
If two candidates have the same NEET rank, MCC follows the NTA-prescribed tie-breaking rules to determine merit before seat allotment.
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Higher marks in Biology (Botany & Zoology) are given first preference
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If tie remains, candidate with higher marks in Chemistry is ranked higher
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If tie persists, higher marks in Physics are considered
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If candidates are still tied, the one with a lower proportion of incorrect answers across all subjects is given preference
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- 11:24 AM IST• 29 Jul 2026
NEET UG MCC Counselling Date 2026 LIVE: Who conducts MCC counselling?
Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts counselling for 15% AIQ seats, central universities, deemed universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, ESIC, and other participating institutes.
- 11:21 AM IST• 29 Jul 2026
NEET UG MCC Counselling Date 2026 LIVE: Where can I check the counselling schedule?
Candidates can check official NEET UG counselling schedule on the MCC website. All important notifications, dates, and counselling updates will be published there.
- 11:19 AM IST• 29 Jul 2026
NEET UG MCC Counselling Date 2026 LIVE: How can I participate in MCC NEET UG Counselling?
To participate, candidates have to register on MCC portal, pay counselling fee, fill in and lock their college choices and participate in seat allotment according to official NEET UG schedule.
- 11:17 AM IST• 29 Jul 2026
NEET UG MCC Counselling Date 2026 LIVE: When will MCC counselling schedule be released?
MCC is expected to release NEET UG Counselling 2026 schedule soon on its official website. Candidates should regularly check for updates on registration, choice filling, and seat allotment.
Commonly asked questions
NEET counselling seat matrix refers to the number of seats offered across the participating institutes for each course. The seat matrix is released by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) before the commencement of the counselling process. The seat matrix is released in institute-wise categories for the types of institutes, such as Deemed universities, AIIMS & JIPMER, etc. For NEET 2025 counselling, the primary seat matrix released by MCC for Round 1 was of for Deemed University, Central University, BSc Nursing and AIQ seats. After that, for the second and third rounds, MCC releases the list of newly added seats along with the clear vacancy and virtual vacancy.
The NEET counselling registration fee varies for different candidate categories. For the AIQ seats and Central Universities, the fee for the General category candidates is INR 1,000 and for the SC, ST, OBC and PwD category candidates, the fee is INR 500. For participating in the NEET counselling process for Deemed Universities, the registration fee for all category candidates is INR 5,000. The registration fee is non-refundable. On the other hand, candidates will have to pay the tuition fee which is refundable. The amount for the General category candidates for the AIQ seats and Central Universities is INR 10,000. For the reserved category candidates, the amount is INR 5,000. For Deemed Universities, the tuition fee to be paid by all category candidates is INR 2,00,000. Those who would not be allotted a seat after the NEET counselling process will be refunded the tuition fee after the conclusion of the counselling rounds.
The MCC conducts around 4 to 5 rounds for NEET UG Counselling process for MBBS, BDS, BHMS and other seats. The rounds of NEET counselling depends on seat matrix and number of vacant seats.
Commonly asked questions
The terms Clear Vacancy and Virtual Vacancy are related to the NEET seat matrix, which is released prior to each round of counselling. Clear Vacancy means empty or unclaimed seats at the end of the institute reporting process conducted at the end of each round. After the declaration of the seat allotment result, if a candidate exits the seat, then those seats come under the Clear Vacancy category. On the other hand, Virtual Vacancy refers to the seats which are considered to be available, if candidates allotted those seats opt for upgradation. In case their seat is not upgraded then the virtual vacancy will not be applicable anymore.
The NEET counselling process is conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) primarily in online mode. All the steps of the counselling process, including the registration, release of seat matrix, choice filling and locking, and release of the seat allotment result. Only the last and final round, which is the institute reporting, has to be done in offline mode. Herein candidates who have been allotted seats have to visit the institutes for document verification and complete the admission process by paying the requisite fee amount.
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