The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced the schedule for NEET UG counselling round 2 for 2026. Candidates can register and pay the counselling fees online from September 3 to September 8. The choice filling and locking process will close on September 9, with seat allotment results expected on September 11.
Following the seat allotment, candidates must report to their allotted colleges between September 12 and September 18 to confirm their admission. This round follows the first round of counselling, where over 29,000 MBBS and BDS seats were allocated across government and private medical colleges.
Understanding NEET UG Counselling and Its Process
NEET UG counselling is the centralized process through which medical aspirants are allocated seats in MBBS and BDS courses across India. The Medical Counselling Committee manages counselling for 15% of seats under the All India Quota (AIQ), while state authorities handle the remaining 85% of seats reserved under state quotas.
The counselling process involves multiple rounds where candidates register, fill their preferred colleges and courses, lock their choices, and then await seat allotment based on their NEET rank and availability. After seat allotment, candidates must report to their allotted institutions within the specified timeframe to complete admission formalities.
Key Dates and State-wise Seat Allotment Highlights
- Registration and payment for MCC NEET UG counselling round 2: September 3 to 8, 2026
- Choice filling and locking deadline: September 9, 2026
- Round 2 seat allotment results: September 11, 2026
- College reporting period: September 12 to 18, 2026
- In round 1, MCC allocated over 29,000 MBBS and BDS seats nationwide
- Maharashtra allocated 8,065 MBBS and 2,517 BDS seats in round 1; candidates must report by September 4
- Punjab allotted over 2,000 seats in round 1; admission confirmation deadline September 5
- Gujarat allocated more than 7,000 seats in round 1, with top rankers joining B J Medical College Ahmedabad
- Other states including Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Bihar, and Chhattisgarh have also announced round 1 results
- 25 candidates in Punjab were debarred from 85% state quota seats for not fulfilling admission rules
Why MCC Counselling Dates and State Updates Matter to Candidates
For NEET UG aspirants, staying informed about counselling schedules and state-specific seat allotments is crucial to secure admission. Missing registration or choice filling deadlines can result in losing the opportunity to join preferred medical colleges. The staggered reporting deadlines across states require candidates to act promptly once seats are allotted.
State-wise variations in seat availability and counselling procedures mean candidates must also monitor announcements from their respective state counselling authorities. The debarment of candidates in Punjab highlights the importance of adhering strictly to admission rules to avoid losing seats.
With medical course fees rising sharply in some private and deemed universities, candidates should also consider financial aspects while making choices during counselling. The MCC’s transparent process aims to allocate seats fairly based on merit and preferences, but candidates must be proactive in completing all steps on time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When does MCC NEET UG counselling round 2 registration start and end?
A: Registration and fee payment for round 2 begin on September 3 and close on September 8, 2026.
Q: How many seats were allotted in MCC NEET UG round 1 counselling?
A: Over 29,000 MBBS and BDS seats were allotted nationwide in round 1.
Q: What happens if a candidate misses the choice filling deadline?
A: Missing the choice filling and locking deadline on September 9 means the candidate may not be considered for seat allotment in round 2, potentially losing admission opportunities.
