Eligible candidates who have qualified the NEET UG 2026 examination can complete their registration through the official MCC counselling portal. Registration is mandatory for candidates aspiring to secure admission under the AIQ and participating Central Universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, ESIC, AFMC (where applicable), deemed universities, and other participating institutions.

MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 Registration Starts on August 5

According to the official counselling schedule, the online registration window for Round 1 will open on August 5, 2026. Candidates must complete the registration process, pay the counselling fee, and submit their application before the prescribed deadline.

Following successful registration, applicants will be able to fill and lock their preferred choices of medical and dental colleges for seat allotment.

MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 Important Dates

Who Can Participate?

Candidates who have:

• Qualified NEET UG 2026

• Fulfilled the eligibility criteria prescribed by MCC

• Wish to participate in 15% All India Quota (AIQ) counselling

• Seek admission to participating Central Universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, ESIC, deemed universities, and other institutions covered under MCC counselling

must complete the online registration process within the stipulated dates.

How to Register for MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026

Candidates can complete the registration process by following these steps:

Step 1

Visit the official MCC counselling website.

Step 2

Click on the UG Medical Counselling 2026 registration link.

Step 3

Register using your NEET UG 2026 credentials.

Step 4

Fill in all required personal, academic, and contact details.

Step 5

Pay the prescribed counselling registration fee online.

Step 6

Proceed to Choice Filling.

Step 7

Select preferred colleges and courses in the desired order.

Step 8

Lock your choices before the deadline.

Step 9

Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

Choice Filling is a Crucial Step

After completing registration, candidates must carefully fill their preferences for:

• Medical Colleges

• Dental Colleges

• Courses

The sequence of choices plays an important role in determining seat allotment. Candidates are advised to study previous years' cut-offs, available seats, and college preferences before locking their choices.

Seat Allotment Process

The Round 1 seat allotment will be prepared based on:

• NEET UG 2026 Rank

• Category

• Reservation Policy

• Choices Filled by Candidate

• Availability of Seats

The seat allotment result will be published on August 17, 2026.

Reporting to the Allotted College

Candidates allotted seats in Round 1 must report to their respective colleges between August 18 and August 22, 2026.

During reporting, candidates will undergo:

• Document Verification

• Admission Formalities

• Fee Payment

• Medical Examination (where applicable)

Failure to report within the prescribed period may result in cancellation of the allotted seat.

Keep These Documents Ready

Candidates are advised to keep the following documents ready before counselling begins:

• NEET UG 2026 Scorecard

• NEET UG Admit Card

• Class 10 Certificate

• Class 12 Mark Sheet and Certificate

• Valid Photo Identity Proof

• Category Certificate (if applicable)

• EWS Certificate (if applicable)

• PwD Certificate (if applicable)

• Passport-size Photographs

• Other documents specified in the MCC Information Bulletin

Important Advisory for Candidates

Medical aspirants should complete the MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 registration as soon as the portal opens on August 5 and avoid waiting until the last day. Candidates are also advised to prepare a well-planned preference list based on previous years' closing ranks, available seats, and their admission prospects. Timely registration, accurate choice filling, and proper document preparation will help ensure a smooth counselling process.