The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially released the NEET UG Counselling 2026 Information Bulletin on its website. This announcement is crucial for students aspiring for admission to MBBS, BDS, and BSc Nursing courses under the 15% All India Quota. To facilitate a smoother counselling experience, the MCC has implemented several key changes.
All candidates participating in the initial round of counselling are advised to thoroughly review the information bulletin prior to registering. This counselling process will encompass seats from prestigious institutions such as AIIMS, JIPMER, Central Universities, ESIC, AFMC (managed by the MCC), and deemed universities.
MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 Information Bulletin: Round 1 Schedule
Here are the important dates to note:
- Registration: August 5 to August 12, 2026 (3 PM)
- Choice Filling and Locking: August 6 to August 13, 2026 (11 AM)
- Seat Allotment Result: August 17, 2026
- Reporting to Allotted College: August 18 to August 22, 2026
Major Changes in MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026
The MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 Information Bulletin also outlines several significant reforms:
One-Time Physical Reporting
Candidates opting for seat upgrades will only need to physically report once at their final allotted college, streamlining the admission process by allowing online formalities for additional upgrades.
Freeze and Float Options
The introduction of Freeze and Float options after each round of seat allotment provides candidates with the flexibility to either maintain their current seat or stay eligible for potentially better options in subsequent rounds.
Online Seat Resignation
Students have the convenience of surrendering their allotted seat via the MCC portal within specified deadlines, eliminating the necessity for in-person visits to the allotted institution solely for seat resignation.
Online Upload of NRI Documents
Candidates applying under the NRI quota in deemed universities can now upload the necessary supporting documents for verification online, enhancing efficiency in the application process.
These updates aim to refine the counselling experience for students, making it more accessible and less cumbersome. With the NEET UG Counselling 2026 now on the horizon, candidates are encouraged to stay informed and prepared.
