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NEET UG Counselling 2026: Round 1 Registration Begins August 5 at mcc.nic.in
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) is set to begin NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 registration from August 5, 2026, for candidates seeking admission to MBBS, BDS, and BSc Nursing programmes under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) as well as 100% seats in Deemed Universities, Central Universities, AIIMS, and JIPMER (Puducherry and Karaikal).
Eligible candidates who have qualified in NEET UG 2026 can complete the online registration process through the official MCC counselling portal, mcc.nic.in. Candidates are advised to carefully read the counselling guidelines and keep all required documents ready before starting the application process.
MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 Schedule
The Medical Counselling Committee has released the complete Round 1 counselling timeline. Candidates must adhere to the prescribed schedule to avoid missing any important event.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Verification of Tentative Seat Matrix by Participating Institutes | August 4, 2026 |
| Registration and Fee Payment | August 5 to August 12, 2026 (Registration up to 3:00 PM; Payment facility up to 6:00 PM on August 12) |
| Choice Filling and Locking | August 6 to August 13, 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Processing | August 13 to August 16, 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | August 17, 2026 |
| Reporting and Joining at Allotted Institutes | August 18 to August 22, 2026 |
| Verification of Joined Candidates' Data by Institutes | August 23, 2026 |
Candidates are advised to complete each stage within the stipulated deadline, as no requests will be entertained after the closing time.
Courses Covered Under MCC Counselling
The MCC counselling process is conducted for admission to:
- MBBS
- BDS
- BSc Nursing
Admissions are offered under:
- 15% All India Quota (AIQ)
- AIIMS
- JIPMER (Puducherry and Karaikal)
- Central Universities
- Deemed Universities
State quota counselling will be conducted separately by the respective state counselling authorities.
Documents Required
Before registering, candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card
- NEET UG 2026 Scorecard
- Class 10 and Class 12 Mark Sheets
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Government-issued Photo Identity Proof
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Valid Mobile Number and Email ID
How to Apply for NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1
Candidates can follow these steps to register:
1. Visit the official MCC counselling website mcc.nic.in.
2. Click on the UG Medical Counselling 2026 link.
3. Register using your NEET UG credentials.
4. Fill in the required personal and academic information.
5. Upload the necessary documents.
6. Pay the counselling registration fee online.
7. Complete the choice filling and lock your preferred colleges and courses before the deadline.
8. Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Advice for Candidates
Candidates should carefully fill their college and course preferences, as seat allotment will be based on NEET UG 2026 rank, reservation category, seat availability, and choices submitted during counselling. After the Round 1 result is declared on August 17, shortlisted candidates must report to their allotted institutes between August 18 and August 22, 2026, to complete document verification and admission formalities.
Applicants should regularly monitor the official MCC website for counselling notices, seat matrix updates, and any changes to the counselling schedule.
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