Along with the MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026, states including Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala have either started or announced their counselling schedules. Candidates who have successfully qualified the NEET UG 2026 Examination are eligible to participate in the counselling process for the 2026-27 academic session.
This page provides the latest live updates on registration dates, counselling schedules, seat matrix, merit lists, choice filling, choice locking, document verification, and seat allotment results for both All India Quota and State Quota admissions.
MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026: Admission for 15% All India Quota (AIQ) Seats
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially commenced the Round 1 counselling process for admission to MBBS, BDS, and other undergraduate medical programmes under the 15% All India Quota.
Candidates wishing to participate must complete the following mandatory steps:
- Online Registration
- Payment of Counselling Fee
- Choice Filling
- Choice Locking
- Reporting to Allotted Institute after Seat Allotment
Below is the complete MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 Schedule.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
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NEET Round 1 Registration |
August 5, 2026 |
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Last Date for NEET UG Registration |
August 12, 2026 (3 PM) |
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Fee Payment Deadline |
August 12, 2026 (6 PM) |
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Choice Filling |
August 8 to 13, 2026 |
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Choice Locking |
August 12 (4 PM) to August 13, 2026 (11 AM) |
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NEET UG Round 1 Result |
August 17, 2026 |
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Reporting to Allotted Colleges |
August 18 to 22, 2026 |
State-Wise NEET UG Counselling 2026: Admission Under 85% State Quota
While the MCC conducts counselling for 15% AIQ seats, the remaining 85% State Quota MBBS and BDS seats are filled by the respective state counselling authorities.
Several states have already begun the counselling process, while others have announced their registration schedules. Candidates are advised to complete the application process within the prescribed deadlines.
UP NEET Counselling 2026
The Directorate of Medical Education and Training (DMET), Uttar Pradesh will begin the UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 from August 7, 2026.
UP NEET Counselling Round 1 Schedule
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
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UP NEET Round 1 Counselling Registration Starts |
August 7, 2026 |
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Last Date to Register for Round 1 |
August 12, 2026 |
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Last Date to Pay Registration Fee |
August 12, 2026 |
Karnataka NEET Counselling 2026
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is currently accepting applications for Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 until August 7, 2026.
Candidates who have already registered can also complete the NEET Roll Number Linking with their CET application form up to August 7.
The Round 1 counselling schedule, official information bulletin, and seat matrix are expected to be released shortly.
Maharashtra NEET Counselling 2026
The State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell, Maharashtra has started the online registration process for NEET UG Counselling 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications until August 12, 2026 (11:59 PM).
Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling Round 1 Schedule
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
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Online Registration and Session Apply (For MBBS & BDS) |
06-Aug-2026 to 12-Aug-2026 upto 11.59 pm |
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Payment of Registration Fees through Online Payment Gateway for MBBS & BDS |
06-Aug-2026 to 13-Aug-2026 upto 11.59 pm |
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Uploading of Colored Scanned Copy of All Original Required Documents on Portal |
06-Aug-2026 to 13-Aug-2026 upto 11.59 pm |
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Document Verification through Online Mode or Scrutiny Center |
07-Aug-2026 to 14-Aug-2026 |
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Publication of Registered Candidate List for (Group A) |
15-Aug-2026 |
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Publication of Provisional Merit List for (Group A) |
15-Aug-2026 |
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Submission of Grievances, if any |
16-Aug-2026 to 17-Aug-2026 |
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Publication of Final Merit List for (Group A) |
18-Aug-2026 |
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Publication of Seat Matrix for (Group A) |
18-Aug-2026 |
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Online Choice/Preference Filling Process for (Group A) |
19-Aug-2026 to 22-Aug-2026 (05.30 pm) |
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Declaration of CAP Round 1 for (Group A) |
23-Aug-2026 |
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Physical Joining to Allotted College with Original Documents and Required Fee DD |
24-Aug-2026 to 28-Aug-2026 (05.30 pm) |
NEET UG Counselling 2026 Schedule for Other States
Several other states have also opened the registration window for admission to undergraduate medical programmes. Candidates should carefully note the registration timelines to avoid missing the deadlines.
| State NEET Counselling | Registration Dates |
|---|---|
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Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2026 |
29-Jun-2026 to 27-Jul-2026 |
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Gujarat NEET Counselling 2026 |
31-Jul-2026 to 12-Aug-2026 |
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Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 |
5-Aug-2026 to 12-Aug-2026 |
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MP NEET Counselling 2026 |
5-Aug-2026 to 13-Aug-2026 |
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Kerala NEET Counselling 2026 |
23-Jul-2026 to 27-Jul-2026 |
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AP NEET Counselling 2026 |
05-Aug-2026 to 12-Aug-2026 |
Important Points for NEET UG Counselling 2026
Candidates participating in NEET UG Counselling 2026 should regularly monitor updates regarding registration deadlines, merit lists, seat matrix, document verification, choice filling, choice locking, seat allotment, and reporting schedules. Since counselling timelines may vary from state to state, applicants are advised to complete every stage of the admission process within the stipulated deadlines to secure admission to their preferred medical college.
Students are also advised to keep all original documents, NEET scorecards, certificates, photographs, and other required records ready for verification during the counselling and admission process.