MCC NEET UG Round 1 Final Seat Allotment Out

Neet Revised Round 1 Provisional Result 2026 Out

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the Final Result for Round 1 of NEET UG Counselling 2026. Candidates who have been allotted MBBS, BDS or other UG seats through MCC Round 1 can now proceed with the required admission and reporting process at their allotted institute.

NEET UG MCC Round 1 2026: Current Status

The Round 1 seat allotment process has been completed and the final result is available. The counselling process has now moved to the reporting and joining stage. Candidates should download and carefully check their allotment result before proceeding with admission.

Round 1 Final Result: Released
Seat Allotment: Completed
Reporting/Joining: August 22–31, 2026
Institute Verification of Joined Candidates: September 1, 2026

NEET UG MCC Round 1 2026: Important Schedule

Counselling Activity	Dates
Verification of Tentative Seat Matrix by Participating Institutes	August 4, 2026
Registration & Payment	August 5–15, 2026; registration up to 3:00 PM and payment up to 5:00 PM on August 15
Choice Filling	August 6–18, 2026; up to 11:59 PM on August 18
Choice Locking	August 17, 5:30 PM to August 18, 11:59 PM
Processing of Seat Allotment	August 19–20, 2026
Round 1 Result	August 21, 2026
Reporting/Joining at Allotted Institute	August 22–31, 2026
Verification of Joined Candidates’ Data by Institutes	September 1, 2026

What Candidates Should Do After Round 1 Allotment

Candidates who have received a seat should first check the final allotment result and verify the allotted course, college and category. They should then follow MCC’s instructions for reporting and complete the admission formalities at the allotted institute within the prescribed reporting period.

MCC has introduced Freeze and Float options for UG candidates. Before selecting or proceeding with an option, candidates should carefully read Chapter 2 of the revised UG Information Bulletin 2026, which contains provisions relating to changes in allotment, reporting, upgradation and withdrawal/resignation of an allotted seat.

Freeze and Float Options Introduced

MCC has also highlighted the Freeze and Float options for UG Round 1 candidates. These options have been introduced to provide greater flexibility during the counselling and admission process.

Candidates should carefully read Chapter 2 of the revised UG Information Bulletin 2026, particularly the provisions relating to changes in allotment, reporting, upgradation and withdrawal/resignation of an allotted seat, before making a decision regarding their allotted seat. MCC has published the revised UG Information Bulletin dated August 20, 2026.

Candidates should understand the applicable rules before choosing the appropriate option and proceeding with admission.

Candidates proceeding with admission should carry the required original documents and other documents prescribed for reporting and complete the institute’s verification and joining formalities. They should retain copies of the allotment letter, submitted documents and admission/payment records for future reference.

What Happens After Reporting?

After candidates complete reporting and joining, participating institutes will verify and submit the joined candidates’ data on September 1, 2026. Candidates should continue monitoring the MCC website for subsequent counselling schedules, notices and instructions, particularly if they are eligible for or participating in further rounds as per the applicable Freeze/Float and upgradation rules.

Important Instructions for Round 1 Candidates

Candidates should not rely on unofficial counselling information while making admission decisions. They should carefully follow the latest MCC notices and the UG Information Bulletin 2026 for rules relating to reporting, upgradation, withdrawal and resignation. Candidates should also regularly check the official MCC website for any further updates.

Current Process: Round 1 Final Result Released → Reporting/Joining LIVE → Institute Verification → Further Counselling Updates

How To Complete Neet Round 1 College Reporting:

To complete NEET Round 1 college reporting: download your provisional allotment letter from the MCC portal, choose your admission preference (Freeze or Float), pay the required college fees, and complete document verification either physically or online depending on your upgrade choice before the deadline. Round 1 reporting runs through August 31, 2026.

Step-by-Step Reporting Process

• Download the Allotment Letter: Log into the Medical Counselling Committee website, go to the UG medical section, and print your provisional seat allotment letter.
• Select Your Willingness:
• Choose Freeze if you are satisfied with the college and wish to secure the seat permanently.
• Choose Float (or upgrade) if you accept the seat but want to participate in Round 2 for a better option.
• Complete Verification & Fees:
• For Freeze: Physically visit the allotted college with your original documents and fee payment.
• For Float: Complete your willingness and document verification through the designated online process if allowed under current guidelines without immediate physical presence.
• Collect Admission Slip: Ensure you receive a written joining letter or online acknowledgment slip confirming your status before the reporting window closes.

Required Documents

• NEET Admit Card
• NEET Scorecard / Rank Letter
• Provisional Allotment Letter from MCC
• Class 10 mark sheet and passing certificate
• Class 12 mark sheet and passing certificate
• Valid government photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID)
• Caste or PwD certificate (if applicable)
• Passport-size photographs (matching the NEET application)

To complete physical reporting successfully, you must visit the allotted college campus in person during the official reporting window. Missing this deadline will result in the automatic cancellation of your allotted seat.

How To Complete Neet Round 1 Physical Reporting

• Contact the College First: Visit the specific college’s official website or call their admission cell to check for exact reporting timings, local venue details, and preferred fee payment methods.
• Arrange Original Documents: You must carry all original certificates. The college will retain these until the entire counselling process finishes or you officially withdraw.
• Prepare Two Photocopy Sets: Make at least two complete sets of self-attested photocopies of every required document.
• Keep Extra Photographs: Carry 8 to 10 passport-size photographs matching the one on your NEET admit card.
• Step-by-Step Campus Process
• Step 1: Document Verification: Submit your original documents to the college admission committee for strict verification against your NEET data.
• Step 2: Medical Examination: Undergo a mandatory medical fitness test conducted by the college’s medical board to certify you fit for the course.
• Step 3: Fee Payment: Pay the first-year tuition and campus fees using the college’s specified mode (usually a Demand Draft, RTGS/NEFT, or online portal).
• Step 4: Formal Admission: Sign the admission register, complete college-specific declaration forms, and submit any required anti-ragging bonds.
• Step 5: Collect Admission Slip: Obtain your official, stamped Admission Letter or Joining Slip signed by the College Principal or Dean. Security Deposits and Fees
• Tuition Fees: Varies significantly between Government, Deemed, and Private medical colleges.
• Hostel and Mess Fees: Usually collected separately during physical reporting if you opt for campus accommodation.
• Refund Policy: If you choose to upgrade in Round 2 and successfully get a new college, your original documents and fees (minus minor administrative charges) will be officially transferred or refunded by the Round 1 college.

MCC Neet MBBS, BDS, Nursing Seat Matrix

The Round 1 allotment will determine the college and course allotted to candidates based on their NEET UG 2026 rank, choices submitted, category, quota and availability of seats.

How to Check MCC NEET UG Round 1 Seat Allotment Result 2026?

• Visit the official MCC website.
• Open the UG Medical Counselling section.
• Go to Current Events.Look for the NEET UG Round 1 Seat Allotment Result 2026 link.
• Open the allotment result.
• Search for your NEET UG 2026 All India Rank (AIR).
• Check the allotted college, course, quota and category.
• Download and save the result/allotment document for future reference.

What Details Will Be Mentioned in MCC Round 1 Seat Allotment Result?

• NEET UG 2026 All India Rank
• Candidate category
• Allotted college/institute
• Allotted course
• Allotted quota
• Allotted category
• Seat allotment status

MCC NEET UG Round 1 Reporting Dates 2026

Candidates allotted seats in Round 1 are required to complete reporting/joining from August 22 to August 31, 2026.

Candidates should not wait until the final day. They should complete document verification, fee payment and other admission formalities within the prescribed period

What If No Seat Is Allotted in MCC Round 1?

Candidates who do not receive a seat in Round 1 should not panic.

They can remain eligible for subsequent counselling rounds according to the MCC counselling rules and schedule.

Candidates should monitor the MCC portal for the next round, including registration requirements, choice filling, choice locking and seat allotment dates.

These dates are based on the revised Round 1 counselling schedule.

Important Things Candidates Must Remember

• Check the MCC Round 1 allotment result on August 21.
• Verify the allotted college and course carefully.
• Download the seat allotment letter.
• Do not miss the reporting deadline.
• Complete reporting between August 22 and 31.
• Carry all required original documents.
• Complete document verification and fee/admission formalities.
• Follow the instructions of the allotted institute.
• Keep checking MCC for subsequent counselling updates.

MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026: Major Changes in Counselling Process

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has introduced several changes in the NEET UG 2026 counselling process to make seat allotment, reporting, upgradation and resignation more convenient for candidates. The major changes include the introduction of Freeze and Float options, online willingness for upgradation, mandatory online document submission and changes in the resignation and seat surrender process.

Freeze and Float Options Introduced

Under the revised MCC NEET UG 2026 counselling process, candidates allotted a seat will be categorised based on their willingness for upgradation.

Freeze Candidates

Candidates who are satisfied with their allotted seat and do not want upgradation in the next counselling round will be treated as Freeze candidates.

Freeze candidates who wish to join the allotted seat are required to physically report at the allotted institute for joining and admission formalities.

Float Candidates

Candidates who have been allotted a seat but want to participate in the next round for a better seat will be treated as Float candidates.

Float candidates can submit their willingness for upgradation online through the MCC portal and do not need to physically visit the allotted institute merely for the purpose of upgradation.

Online Document Upload Made Mandatory

MCC has also introduced an online document submission process.

Both Freeze and Float candidates must upload scanned copies of the required documents on the MCC portal within the prescribed time. Candidates who have already submitted their documents in Round 1 do not need to submit them again in Round 2, as the document upload is treated as a one-time process for the counselling rounds.

Physical Reporting Rules Changed for Upgradation

One of the important changes in MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 is that candidates seeking upgradation do not have to physically report to the allotted college before moving to the next round.

Candidates opting for Float can provide their willingness for upgradation online. Physical reporting is required for candidates who choose to retain and join their allotted seat as Freeze candidates.

Changes in Seat Resignation and Surrender

The revised counselling process also provides an online mechanism for seat surrender/resignation for Float candidates, subject to MCC’s prescribed rules and timelines.

Candidates can resign or exit from seats allotted in Round 1 and Round 2 according to the applicable rules. However, candidates cannot resign or exit from a Round 3 allotted seat.

Round 2 Registration Rules

Candidates who registered in Round 1 but did not receive a seat do not need to register again for Round 2.

Candidates who did not report in Round 1 also do not need to register again. However, candidates who did not register in Round 1 can complete fresh registration for Round 2 by paying the required fees.

Candidates participating in Round 2 must exercise fresh choices and lock their choices during the prescribed choice-filling period.

Round 3 Registration and Reporting Rules

For Round 3, candidates who registered in Round 1 or Round 2 but did not receive any seat are not required to register again.

Fresh registration is available for candidates who did not register in the earlier rounds. Candidates who resigned or did not report in Round 2 have to complete fresh choices with the required payment as specified by MCC.

After the Round 3 provisional allotment result, physical reporting is mandatory for candidates allotted seats in Round 3. Float candidates from Round 1 or Round 2 who were not upgraded also have to physically report at their respective institutes.

Round 3 Seat Exit Rules

Candidates should exercise caution before accepting a Round 3 seat.

If a candidate is allotted a Round 3 seat but does not report to the allotted institute, the security deposit will be forfeited and the candidate will be eliminated from further counselling rounds.

MCC also states that once a candidate joins a Round 3 seat, the candidate cannot resign or vacate the seat.

Four Rounds of MCC NEET UG Counselling Continue

The introduction of these process changes does not change the overall four-round AIQ counselling structure. MCC continues to conduct:

1. AIQ Round 1
2. AIQ Round 2
3. AIQ Round 3
4. AIQ Stray Vacancy Round

The four rounds are conducted online under the MCC counselling system.

MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026: Key Changes at a Glance

Counselling Process	2026 Rule
Seat allotted and candidate wants to retain it	Freeze
Candidate wants an upgrade	Float
Upgradation willingness	Online through MCC portal
Physical reporting for Float candidate merely for upgradation	Not required
Document submission	Online upload mandatory
Document upload in subsequent round	Not required if already submitted
Round 2 for candidates who registered in Round 1 but got no seat	No fresh registration required
Round 3 for candidates already registered but without a seat	No fresh registration required
Round 3 allotted seat	Mandatory physical reporting
Resignation from Round 1/2	Allowed as per applicable rules
Resignation from Round 3	Not allowed
Four AIQ counselling rounds	Continue

Important Update for Candidates

Candidates participating in MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 should carefully select Freeze or Float based on whether they want to retain their allotted seat or participate in the next round for upgradation. Candidates opting for Float should complete the required online document submission and upgradation willingness within the prescribed timeline.

The revised MCC schedule places the Round 1 seat allotment result on August 19, followed by reporting and joining from August 22 to August 31

MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Revised Schedule

Counselling Activity	Revised Date / Time
Registration	August 5 – August 15, 2026
Registration Deadline	August 15, 2026 – 2:00 PM
Payment Deadline	August 15, 2026 – 5:00 PM
Choice Filling	August 6 – August 17, 2026
Choice Filling Deadline	August 17, 2026 – 6:00 PM
Choice Locking	August 17, 2026 – 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Round 1 Seat Allotment Result	August 21, 2026
Reporting & Joining	August 22 – August 32, 2026
Verification of Joined Candidates’ Data	September 1, 2026

Important: Candidates should not wait until the last minute, especially because the registration and payment deadlines are different. MCC has also advised candidates to regularly check the official MCC website for further updates.

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially started the NEET UG 2026 Round 1 counselling registration for admissions under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ), AIIMS, JIPMER, Central Universities, Deemed Universities, ESIC, AFMS, and other participating institutes. Eligible NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates can now complete the online registration process through the official MCC counselling portal.:

NEET UG 2026 Counselling: 5 Critical Mistakes Students Must Avoid

Mistake	What Students Should Know
1. Arranging Colleges by Cut-off Instead of Preference	Students should rank colleges based on their actual preference and desirability, not simply by which college they think they are more likely to get.
2. Adding Private/Deemed Colleges Without Checking Fees	Before adding private or deemed medical colleges, students must carefully check annual fees, security deposit, refund rules and exit conditions.
3. Blindly Copying Previous-Year Preference Lists	Previous-year cut-offs can be useful for reference, but students should consider the 2026 seat matrix, new facilities, fees, bonds and other updated conditions.
4. Ignoring Service Bonds and Exit Rules	Students must check whether a college or state has mandatory service bonds, rural service requirements or financial penalties before placing it in the preference list.
5. Filling Too Few Choices	Even students with high ranks should avoid excessive confidence. A good list should contain a balanced mix of Dream, Realistic and Safe options.

Key Takeaway: Smart choice filling is not just about getting a seat. It is about getting the best possible college that matches your preference, rank, budget and eligibilit

Expected Fee Structure Breakdown For Neet 2026:

MBBS Course Fees:

• ‘A’ Category (Convenor Quota): Annual fee up to ₹60,000.
• ‘B’ Category (Management Quota): Annual fee ranging from ₹11.55 lakhs to ₹13 lakhs.
• ‘C’ Category (NRI Quota): Colleges can charge up to double the ‘B’ category fee.

BDS (Dental) Course Fees:

• ‘A’ Category: Annual fee of ₹45,000.
• ‘B’ Category: Annual fee ranging from ₹4.20 lakhs to ₹5 lakhs.
• ‘C’ Category: Provision to charge up to double the ‘B’ category fee.

Core Trends & Expectations:

• Impact of New Government Medical Colleges: The newly established government medical colleges have led to a noticeable drop in the required closing ranks compared to older, established government institutions. This expansion has reduced the direct competition for seats in these new regional/district medical centers.
• Expected Ranks for Top Institutions: Experts note that candidates with All India Ranks under 50,000 stand a strong chance of securing seats in top-tier national and state institutions like AIIMS, Osmania, Gandhi, Kakatiya, and RIMS.
• Mid-Range Rank Forecasts:
  • 50,000 to 1 Lakh: Good opportunities remain across various other standard government colleges.
  • 1 Lakh to 1.5 Lakhs: Candidates in this bracket can target the final rounds of newer government medical colleges or opt for premium Private “A-Category” colleges.
  • 1.5 Lakhs to 2 Lakhs: The final counseling phases of new government colleges and private convenience quotas serve as prime target options.
  • 2 Lakhs to 2.5 Lakhs: Admissions within the private convenor quota become highly competitive and rely strictly on the final stray vacancy rounds.

Notable Last Rank Reference Points (2025 Stray Vacancies):

The article cites specific examples of students who secured medical seats during the 2025 final/stray vacancy allotments at high rank thresholds:

College Category / Name	Student Category	Closing All India Rank (AIR)
Chalmeda Anand Rao Institute of Medical Sciences	OC (Open Category)	2,05,624
Nova Institute of Medical Sciences	BC-B	2,20,307
Surabhi Institute of Medical Sciences	ST	2,70,751
Mahavir Institute of Medical Sciences	BC-E	2,58,041
MNR Medical College	BC-D	2,11,285
SVS Medical College	BC-B	2,47,404
Arundathi Institute of Medical Sciences	BC-B	2,35,806
Arundathi Institute of Medical Sciences	BC-A	2,76,991
Shadan Institute of Medical Sciences (Minority)	BC-E	2,17,212
Deccan College of Medical Sciences (Minority)	General/Unreserved	1,85,372
Dr. VRK Women’s Medical College (Minority)	BC-E (Women)	3,57,746

The Round 1 NEET Counseling is available from August 7, 2026,, at 4:00 PM. Candidates can now start filling their choice filling options

According to the official schedule, Round 1 registration is open from 5 August to 12 August 2026 (up to 3:00 PM), while fee payment can be completed until 12 August 2026 (6:00 PM). Candidates will be able to fill and modify their choices from 6 August to 13 August 2026, with the choice locking window available from 12 August (4:00 PM) to 13 August (11:00 AM). The Round 1 seat allotment result will be announced on 17 August 2026, and candidates allotted seats must report to their respective colleges between 18 August and 22 August 2026.

Candidates are advised to carefully complete registration, upload the required details, and fill their choices based on their preferences before the deadline. Since choice filling plays a crucial role in seat allotment, applicants should review their preferences thoroughly before locking them. For the latest MCC NEET UG 2026 counselling updates, registration process, choice filling strategy, seat allotment, and reporting guidelines, stay connected with Manabadi.

Neet AIQ Counselling Schedule

Neet State & AIQ Counselling Schedule Out

The official MCC NEET UG Counselling schedule is out along with state quota schedule. Candidates, keep your documents ready and visit the Manabadi Page for the latest updates.

The NEET UG Counseling 2026 Video Tutorials are now available in the official website of the Medical Counseling Committee (MCC), Students can refer to these to understand the counselling process and get their doubts cleared regarding Neet Counselling 2026

Breaking News – NEET UG Counselling 2026: MCC Introduces Freeze & Float System

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has introduced several important changes in the NEET UG 2026 All India Quota (AIQ) counselling process for MBBS, BDS, and B.Sc Nursing admissions. These reforms aim to make the counselling process more convenient, transparent, and student-friendly.

One of the biggest updates this year is the introduction of the Freeze & Float option, allowing candidates to upgrade their seats without physically reporting to the allotted college during the initial counselling rounds.

Key Highlights

Feature	Details
New Freeze & Float Option	Choose to accept your seat or wait for a better upgrade.
Online Document Verification	Upload documents through the MCC portal without visiting the allotted college.
One-Time Certificate Upload	Documents need not be submitted repeatedly in every counselling round.
Strict Rules After Round 3	Candidates allotted seats in Round 3 or those not upgraded after choosing Float must join the allotted college.
Security Deposit	Forfeited if a candidate leaves the allotted seat after the third round.
Digital Verification	Special verification introduced for NRI and PwD quota candidates.
AIQ Seat Rule	Unfilled AIQ seats will not be returned to State Quota after Round 2.

What is the Freeze & Float Option?

Freeze

Choose Freeze if you are satisfied with the allotted college and course. Your seat will be confirmed, and you can complete the admission process by joining the allotted institute.

Float

Choose Float if you wish to participate in the next counselling round for a better college or preferred course.

Under the new system:

• There is no need to physically report to the allotted college.
• Simply upload the required documents on the MCC portal.
• The allotted college will verify your certificates online and provisionally confirm your admission.
• If any document requires correction, candidates will receive an online notification.

Important Rules for Candidates

Candidates should carefully understand the revised counselling rules:

• Candidates allotted a seat in Round 3 must join the allotted college.
• Candidates selecting Float who do not receive an upgraded seat must also join the previously allotted institute.
• Leaving the seat after the third round will:
  • Lead to forfeiture of the security deposit.
  • Make the candidate ineligible for further counselling during the current academic year.
• Submission of fake certificates, false information, or multiple registrations may result in:
  • Cancellation of candidature.
  • Loss of security deposit.
  • Further disciplinary action by MCC.

What This Means for NEET Aspirants

The introduction of the Freeze & Float system is expected to reduce unnecessary travel, simplify document verification, and provide greater flexibility during counselling. However, candidates must carefully exercise the Float option, as failing to join the allotted college after the third round can result in the loss of the security deposit and disqualification from further counselling.

Key Action Steps

The MCC NEET UG 2026 AIQ counselling schedule has been officially released, featuring key stages including Round 1 registration starting August 5, 2026, Round 2 results on September 2, 2026, and concluding with the Stray Vacancy Round ending October 10, 2026. You can view the official notifications directly on the Medical Counselling Committee portal.
NEET UG 2026 AIQ Counselling Schedule

• Round 1 Registration: Opens August 5, 2026 (closes at 3:00 PM on August 12, 2026).
• Seat Matrix Verification: Tentative seat matrices are verified just prior to each round’s registration phase.
• Mandatory Reporting: Candidates allotted seats must complete physical or online joining procedures within the assigned reporting windows for each respective round.

Neet AIQ & State Quota Schedule

The official NEET UG 2026 counselling schedule for the All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota covers four main rounds starting in August 2026. You can view and track updates directly via the Medical Counselling Committee portal

Important Guidelines

• Academic Session Commencement: Classes for undergraduate medical courses begin on September 8, 2026, which occurs before Round 3 and the Stray Vacancy round conclude.
• Working Days: All Saturdays, Sundays, and gazetted holidays are treated as working days for institutional reporting and verification during the counselling period.

Neet UG 2026 Seat Matrix

The NEET UG Counselling 2026 is the official admission process for students who qualify the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG 2026) and seek admission into MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing, AYUSH, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, and other undergraduate medical courses across India. Managed by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) for 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats and by respective state authorities for 85% State Quota seats, this counselling process is one of the most searched topics among medical aspirants. Students regularly search for NEET Counselling 2026 dates, MCC registration, MBBS admission process, medical seat allotment, NEET cutoff ranks, AIIMS admission, government medical colleges, and state quota counselling to secure top medical seats.

The NEET UG 2026 counselling process includes online registration, fee payment, choice filling, seat allotment, document verification, and college reporting. It serves as the gateway to premier institutions such as AIIMS, JIPMER, central universities, ESIC colleges, deemed universities, and top government medical colleges across India.

Manabadi is a trusted educational platform widely used by students across India for the latest updates on NEET UG Counselling 2026, exam notifications, results, hall tickets, answer keys, college admissions, and counselling schedules. Known for delivering fast and reliable information on medical admissions, engineering counselling, government job alerts, and university results, Manabadi helps students stay informed about important academic events. For NEET aspirants, Manabadi serves as a valuable resource for tracking MCC counselling dates, seat allotment results, cutoff ranks, state quota updates, and admission guidance, making it a popular destination for education-related searches.

How Seat Distribution Works in a New Government Medical College

Under the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) guidelines, newly established Government Medical Colleges follow a structured seat allocation system. If a new college has 100 MBBS seats, the distribution works as follows:

Seat Category	Seats (100-Seat Example)	Eligibility	Fee Level	Merit Required
All India Quota (AIQ)	15	Students from all states	Subsidized	Top National NEET Rank
Regular Convener Seats	42–43	State Quota Candidates	Low Government Fee	High State Merit
Self-Financed Seats	42–43	State Quota Candidates	Higher than Regular Government Fee	Moderate State Merit

Key Highlights of Neet Mcc Counselling 2026

• 15% All India Quota (AIQ): Fifteen percent of seats are allotted to the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and are open to candidates from across India based on NEET All India Rank.
• 85% State Quota: The remaining seats are reserved for candidates belonging to the respective state and are filled through the state counselling authority.
• 50:50 Split in New Government Colleges: Unlike older government medical colleges, the 85% State Quota seats in newly established colleges are divided equally into:
  • Regular Convener Seats with highly subsidized government fees.
  • Self-Financed Seats with comparatively higher tuition fees to support infrastructure and operational costs.
• Merit Difference: Regular Convener Seats usually require higher state ranks, while Self-Financed Seats may be available at comparatively lower ranks because of the higher fee structure.
• Strict NMC Approval: A new medical college can admit students only after the NMC certifies that all essential infrastructure—including classrooms, laboratories, teaching hospital, equipment, and faculty—is fully operational. Colleges with incomplete facilities are not permitted to participate in counselling.
• Expansion of Medical Education: With the removal of the earlier population-based restriction on opening new medical colleges, states now have greater flexibility to establish additional government medical colleges and expand MBBS seat capacity, subject to NMC approval.

This system aims to balance affordable medical education through subsidized government seats, financial sustainability of newly established colleges, and quality assurance through strict infrastructure standards.

NEET UG Counselling 2026 Overview:

Feature	Details
Exam Name	Re-Neet ug 2026
Conducting Body (Exam)	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Counselling Authority (AIQ)	Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)
Result Declaration	July 16, 2026
AIQ Registration Starts	August, 2026
State Counselling Bodies	Individual State Medical Education Authorities
Admission Basis	NEET UG 2026 Rank
Courses Offered	MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, AYUSH
AIQ Seats	15% Government Medical Seats
State Quota Seats	85%
Counselling Mode	Online
Official Website	https://neet.nta.nic.in/
Trusted Portal	Manabadi.co.in

Important Rules to Keep in Mind

• The Two-Tier System: The MCC will initially open registration exclusively for the 15% All India Quota (AIQ), Central Universities, AIIMS, and JIPMER seats.
• State Quota Delay: Independent state-level counselling for the remaining 85% State Quota seats will start roughly 7 to 10 days after the MCC All India Round 1 registration begins.

State NEET UG Counselling 2026 for the 85% State Quota seats is expected to officially begin across most Indian states in the second week of August 2026.

State medical authorities are mandated to wait for the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) to initiate its All India Quota (AIQ) Round 1 registration (expected in the first week of August) before opening state-level windows.

Specific Regional Updates (Telangana & Andhra Pradesh)

1. Telangana State (TG NEET UG Counselling)

• Authority: Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS).
• Current Status: KNRUHS released a preliminary notification stating that online registrations for Competent Authority Quota (CQ) seats will open shortly.
• Expected Date: Registration portals are anticipated to go live by mid-August 2026, covering roughly 5,045 MBBS seats.

2. Andhra Pradesh State (AP NEET UG Counselling)

• Authority: Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences (NTRUHS) / Dr. YSRUHS.
• Current Status: Notification is awaited.
• Expected Date: Separate registration windows for the Convener Quota and Management Quota are projected to open around mid-August 2026.

Three Types of NEET Ranks

• All India Rank (AIR): Determines a candidate’s position among all NEET-qualified students across the country.
• Category Rank: Indicates the candidate’s rank within their respective reservation category (such as SC, ST, OBC, EWS, etc.).
• State Rank: Shows the candidate’s position among students belonging to their respective state and is mainly used for state quota counselling.

State Rank to Help During Counselling

According to the report, the State Rank will make it easier for students to estimate their chances of securing seats under the 85% State Quota during state counselling

Re-Neet UG Score Vs Rank Predictor: (expected)

This time for RE- Neet UG 2026, approximately 22.79 lakh candidates are re-appearing for the exam following marks-vs-rank correlation is expected:

Marks Range (Out of 720)	Expected Rank Range (AIR)	Admission Prospects (General Category)
690 – 720	1 – 500	Top AIIMS (Delhi/Bhubaneswar), MAMC, VMMC
670 – 689	501 – 3,000	AIIMS (Newer), Seth GS, King George’s, UCMS
650 – 669	3,001 – 8,000	Top State GMCs, Top Govt. Colleges (AIQ)
620 – 649	8,001 – 18,000	Mid-tier Government Medical Colleges (AIQ)
600 – 619	18,001 – 25,000	GMCs in high-cutoff states or State Quota
560 – 599	25,001 – 55,000	Low-rank GMCs, BDS in Govt. Colleges
500 – 559	55,001 – 1,00,000	Private Colleges, Semi-Govt. (State Quota)
Below 500	1,00,000+	Private Colleges / Management Quota

Types of Re-NEET UG Counselling:

Feature	All India Quota (AIQ)	State Quota
Conducting Body	Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)	Respective State Authorities
Seat Share	15% in Govt Colleges + 100% in Central/Deemed Universities	85% in Govt Colleges + 100% in Private State Colleges
Eligibility	All qualified NEET candidates	Domicile/State residency required
Includes	AIIMS,JIPMER, AMU, BHU, AFMC, ESIC	All state government and private colleges

RE-NEET UG Counselling 2026 Rounds:

Round	Type	Key Feature
Round 1	Primary Round	Free Exit: If allotted a seat but you don’t join, your security deposit is not forfeited.
Round 2	Secondary Round	Binding Round: If allotted a seat and you don’t join, your security deposit is forfeited.
Round 3	Mop-Up Round	Fills seats remaining vacant after Round 2. Fresh registration is allowed for those who didn’t register earlier.
Round 4	Stray Vacancy Round	Final round for any leftover seats. Usually, no fresh choice filling is allowed; seats are allotted based on choices filled in Round 3.

State Quota Rounds (85% Seats)

State counselling authorities manage the 85% state quota seats. While they generally follow the same four-round structure (Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up, and Stray Vacancy), the exact number of rounds can vary by state depending on seat vacancy.

Step-by-Step RE-NEET UG Counselling Process 2026:

The entire process is conducted online through the MCC official portal.

1. Registration: Candidates sign up on the portal using their NEET Roll Number and Application Number.
2. Payment of Fees: You must pay a non-refundable registration fee and a refundable security deposit.
3. Example: For Govt colleges (Gen), it’s typically ₹1,000 + ₹10,000 security. For Deemed Universities, the security deposit is usually RS 2,00,000
4. Choice Filling & Locking: This is the most critical step. You list your preferred colleges and courses. You must lock your choices before the deadline, or they will be auto-locked.
5. Seat Allotment: MCC releases a merit list based on your rank, category, and preferences.
6. Reporting to College: If you are allotted a seat, you must download the allotment letter and report to the college for physical document verification and admission.

Fee Details for Re- Neet UG counselling 2026:

The fees apply only to the National Level of Counseling (MCC).

Institution Type	Category	Registration Fee (Non-Refundable)	Security Deposit (Refundable)	Total Payment
15% AIQ / Central Universities / AFMC / AIIMS / JIPMER	General / EWS	₹1,000	₹10,000	₹11,000
15% AIQ / Central Universities / AFMC / AIIMS / JIPMER	SC / ST / OBC / PwD	₹5,000	₹5,000	₹5,500
Deemed Universities	All Categories	₹5,000	₹2,00,000	₹2,05,000

For the 85% State Quota, each state has its own fee structure, typically ranging from ₹500 to ₹2,500 for registration, with varying security deposits for private colleges (often around ₹1,00,000).

Required Documents:

• You should keep original and scanned copies of these ready for verification:
• NEET UG Admit Card and Score Card
• Class 10 & 12 Certificates and Marksheets
• Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar, Passport, etc.)
• 8–10 Passport-size photographs (same as on the application form)
• Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) if applicable
• Domicile Certificate (required for State Quota)

Re-Neet UG 2026 Counselling Withdrawal Process:

RE-NEET UG 2026 Withdrawal Rules:

Round 1 – Free Exit:

• If allotted a seat but choose not to join, simply do not report.
• Your seat is cancelled automatically.
• Security deposit is refunded.
• You remain eligible for Round 2.

Round 2 & Round 3 – Exit with Deposit Forfeiture:

• If you do not join an allotted seat, your security deposit is forfeited.
• General candidates lose ₹10,000.
• Deemed University candidates lose ₹2,00,000.
• If you join and later resign within the official resignation window, you lose the deposit but may still participate in later rounds by re-registering.

Stray Vacancy Round – No Exit Allowed:

• Seat allotment is final and mandatory.
• Failure to join can result in:
  • Security deposit forfeiture
  • Possible debarment from NEET UG the following year

Key Takeaway:

• Round 1 offers flexible withdrawal without penalty.
• Round 2 and Round 3 involve financial loss.
• Stray Vacancy Round carries the strictest penalties.

RE-NEET UG 2026 Security Deposit Refund Rules:

When is Your Security Deposit Refunded

• You do not get any seat allotment in any counselling round.
• You are allotted a seat in Round 1 but choose not to join (Free Exit).
• You join the allotted college and complete the admission process (deposit is refunded or adjusted toward tuition fees).

When is Your Security Deposit Forfeited:

• You are allotted a seat in Round 2, Round 3 (Mop-Up), or Stray Vacancy Round but do not join.
• Your admission is cancelled during document verification due to invalid or incomplete documents.
• You fail to join a seat allotted in the Stray Vacancy Round, which may also lead to disqualification from NEET UG next year.

Important Note:

• Round 1 allows penalty-free withdrawal.
• From Round 2 onward, non-joining usually results in loss of deposit.

For more updates regarding Neet UG Counselling 2026, visit Manabadi.com

The official National Medical Commission (NMC) seat matrix for the academic session 2026-27 provides a total of 1,36,939 MBBS seats across 823 medical colleges nationwide. The Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB) released this updated breakdown, which marks a significant addition of 9,911 newly approved MBBS seats and 25 new medical colleges compared to the previous year. These figures explicitly exclude centrally governed Institutes of National Importance (INIs) such as AIIMS and JIPMER, which manage their seat pools independently.

NEET UG 2026 Category-Wise Qualifying Cut-Off

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the official NEET UG 2026 qualifying cut-off along with the results. The qualifying cut-off is the minimum score required to become eligible for counselling and does not guarantee an MBBS seat.

Category	Qualifying Percentile	Cut-Off Marks	Qualified Candidates
General (UR) / EWS	50th Percentile	715 – 213	2.91 Lakh (UR) / 95,026 (EWS)
OBC-NCL	40th Percentile	212 – 177	5.12 Lakh
SC	40th Percentile	212 – 177	1.59 Lakh
ST	40th Percentile	212 – 177	12,452
UR/EWS-PwBD	45th Percentile	212 – 194	Included in respective category
OBC/SC/ST-PwBD	40th Percentile	193 – 177	Included in respective category

NEET UG 2026 Key Statistics

• Total Qualified Candidates: 11,21,185
• Highest Score: 715/720
• AIR 1: Aryan Gupta (Punjab) and Panshul Bansal (Haryana)
• Female Topper: Kudale Shravani Krishna (Maharashtra) – AIR 5 (710 Marks)
• Candidates Scoring 700+: 19
• Candidates Scoring 690+: 138
• Candidates Scoring 650+: 1,492
• Candidates Scoring 600+: 10,160
• Candidates Scoring 500+: 90,780

Expected Safe Scores for Government MBBS Admission

Category	Safe Score
General (UR)	610+ Marks (590–605 may depend on state quota)
OBC	590+ Marks
EWS	590+ Marks
SC	520–550 Marks
ST	490–530 Marks

NEET UG Counselling 2026: What Are Convener and Self-Financed Seats?

The NEET UG 2026 counselling process is conducted in multiple stages. It begins with the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), followed by the 85% State Quota counselling conducted by the respective state health universities.

How Does the NEET Counselling Process Work?

• The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) first releases the counselling schedule and conducts admissions for 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats.
• After the completion of the AIQ Round 1, the respective state authorities begin the State Quota counselling.
• The state health university starts the registration process after receiving the list of eligible candidates from the National Testing Agency (NTA).

Government Medical College Seat Distribution

In government medical colleges:

• 15% of seats are filled through the All India Quota (AIQ) by MCC.
• 85% of seats are filled through the State Quota by the respective state counselling authority.

In newly established government medical colleges, the 85% State Quota seats are further divided into:

• 50% Convener Quota Seats
• 50% Self-Financed Seats