Introduction
The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh, is likely to release the UP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 state merit list on August 19, 2026. This list will be available on the official counselling website, upneet.gov.in. It will include the state merit ranks of candidates who have completed Round 1 registration, uploaded required documents, and paid the security deposit. This merit list is important because it determines who can participate in the state quota choice filling for MBBS and BDS admissions. Candidates should keep checking the official portal for updates around this date.
UP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 State Merit List - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Website | upneet.gov.in |
| Merit List For | UP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 State Quota Counselling (MBBS & BDS) |
| Basis of Merit List | NEET UG 2026 score/rank |
| Merit List Release Date | August 19, 2026 (expected) |
| Mode of Release | Online, downloadable PDF |
| Next Step After Merit List | Online choice filling and locking |
UP NEET UG 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date/Status |
|---|---|
| Original Round 1 registration window (as per notice dated August 3, 2026) | Opened August 7, 2026 |
| Extended registration and document upload (Notice No. ME-3/2026/1517 dated August 12, 2026) | August 13, 2026 (11:00 AM) to August 14, 2026 (2:00 PM) |
| Last date for registration fee and security money deposit | August 14, 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
| UP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 State Merit List | August 19, 2026 (expected) |
UP NEET UG 2026 Registration Fee and Security Deposit
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration fee (non-refundable) | ₹2,000 |
| Security deposit - Government seats | ₹30,000 |
| Security deposit - Private medical (MBBS) seats | ₹2,00,000 |
| Security deposit - Private dental (BDS) seats | ₹1,00,000 |
Only candidates who have completed document verification and paid the registration fee and security deposit by August 14, 2026, 5:00 PM will be included in the Round 1 merit list and allowed to participate in choice filling.
Tie-Breaking Criteria for the UP State Merit List
If two or more candidates have the same NEET UG 2026 score, DGME uses specific rules to decide their order on the UP state merit list. These tie-breaking criteria help rank candidates fairly when scores are equal.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: When will the UP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 state merit list be released?
A: It is expected to be released between August 18 and August 19, 2026, by 5:00 PM. - Q: Where can I check the UP NEET UG 2026 merit list?
A: The merit list will be available only on the official website, upneet.gov.in, as a downloadable PDF. - Q: Who will appear on the UP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 merit list?
A: Candidates who qualified NEET UG 2026, completed online registration, document verification, and paid the registration fee and security deposit by August 14, 2026, 5:00 PM will be listed. - Q: What if my name is missing from the merit list?
A: Check if your document verification had any issues and confirm your security deposit payment status on the portal. If problems continue, contact the DGME UP helpdesk with your registration and payment details. - Q: Is choice filling open right after the merit list is released?
A: Choice filling is expected to start soon after the merit list release, but exact dates for choice filling and locking have not been officially announced yet.
