NEET UG Counselling 2026: MCC Registration Ends Tomorrow; Seat Matrix Released, State-wise MBBS Dates
NEET UG Counselling 2026 is currently underway. MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration is in progress, along with state-level counselling in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat. The MCC NEET Seat Matrix 2026 has also been released. Check the latest state-wise NEET UG Counselling 2026 updates, including schedules, registration, seat matrix, choice filling and seat allotment results.
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has commenced NEET UG Counselling 2026 for admission to MBBS, BDS and other undergraduate medical courses under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats. The MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration for Round 1 is currently underway, and the NEET UG 2026 seat matrix for AIQ seats has also been released.
The remaining 85% of medical seats will be filled through state-wise NEET UG counselling 2026 conducted by the respective state authorities. Several states, including Karnataka, Maharashtra, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, have started their counselling processes.
Candidates who have qualified for the NEET UG 2026 exam can participate in the counselling process through the official MCC portal or respective state Directorate of Medical Education (DME) portals for admission to the 2026-27 academic session.
Get the latest NEET UG Counselling 2026 live updates, including MCC and state-wise counselling dates, registration, seat matrix, merit lists, choice filling, seat allotment results and other important announcements.
NEET UG Counselling 2026 by MCC: 15% All India Quota (AIQ) Seats
Candidates seeking admission through MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 must complete the registration and fee payment process, followed by choice filling and locking within the specified timeline. Candidates can check the complete MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 schedule below:
| Events | Dates |
| NEET round 1 registration | August 5, 2026 |
| Last date for NEET UG registration | August 12, 2026 (3 PM) |
| Fee Payment Deadline | August 12, 2026 (6 PM) |
| Choice Filling | August 7 to 13, 2026 |
| Choice Locking | August 12 (4 PM) to 13, 2026 (11 AM) |
| NEET UG round 1 result | August 17, 2026 |
| Reporting to Allotted Colleges | August 18 to 22, 2026 |
State-Wise NEET UG Counselling 2026: 85% State Quota Seats
Several states have started the NEET UG Counselling 2026 process for admission to MBBS and BDS courses under the 85% state quota seats. Candidates can check the latest state-wise NEET counselling updates, including registration, schedules, choice filling and seat allotment details, below.
Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026
The BCECEB has released the Bihar NEET UG seat matrix 2026 for MBBS and BDS admissions. A total of 1,392 MBBS seats are available in government medical colleges, while 2,450 MBBS seats have been listed for private medical colleges across the state. The Bihar NEET UGMAC 2026 counselling schedule has also been announced. Candidates can check the complete Bihar NEET counselling schedule below:
| Events | Dates |
| Starting date of online Registration & Choice Filling for Round 1 & Round 2 | August 10, 2026 |
| Last date of online Registration | 14-Aug-2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Publication of Rank Card | 16-Aug-2026 |
| Last date of Choice Filling & Locking (Round 1 & Round 2) | 17-Aug-2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Round 1 Provisional Seat Allotment Result Publication | 20-Aug-2026 |
| Downloading of Allotment Order (Round 1) | 20-Aug-2026 to 27-Aug-2026 |
| Documents Verification and Admission (Round 1) | 24-Aug-2026 to 27-Aug-2028 |
UP NEET UG Counselling 2026
The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh, commenced UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 on August 7, 2026. Candidates can check the UP NEET Counselling 2026 Round 1 registration dates below
| Event | Dates |
| UP NEET Round 1 Counselling Registration Starts | August 7, 2026 |
| Last date to register for round 1 | August 12, 2026 |
| Last date to pay registration fee | 12-Aug-2026 |
Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has opened the Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 option entry facility until August 13, 2026. Registered candidates can submit their preferred courses and colleges through the NEET UG option entry facility. KEA has also released the Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 schedule along with the seat matrix on its official website. Candidates can check the complete Karnataka NEET counselling schedule below:
| Description | Dates |
| Option entry by eligible candidates | 07-Aug-2026 to 13-Aug-2026 |
| Publication of provisional seat allotment result | August 19, 2026 |
Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026
The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has commenced the Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration at medical2026.mahacet.org. Candidates can complete the online registration process by August 12, 2026, until 11:59 AM. Check the complete Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 dates and schedule below
| Event | Date & Time |
| Online Registration and Session Apply (For MBBS & BDS) | 06-Aug-2026 to 12-Aug-2026 upto 11.59 pm |
| Payment of Registration Fees through Online Payment Gateway for MBBS & BDS | 06-Aug-2026 to 13-Aug-2026 upto 11.59 pm |
| Uploading of colored scanned copy of all Original Required Documents on portal | 06-Aug-2026 to 13-Aug-2026 upto 11.59 pm |
| Document Verification through Online mode or Scrutiny Center | 07-Aug-2026 to 14-Aug-2026 |
| Publication of Registered Candidate List for (Group A) | 15-Aug-2026 |
| Publication of Provisional Merit List for (Group A) | August 15, 2026 |
| Submission of Grievances, if any | 16-Aug-2026 to 17-Aug-2026 |
| Publication of Final Merit List for (Group A ) | August 18, 2026 |
| Publication of Seat Matrix for (Group A ) | August 18, 2026 |
| Online Choice/Preference Filling Process for (Group A) | 19-Aug-2026 to 22-Aug-2026 05.30 pm |
| Declaration of CAP Round -1 for (Group A) | 23-Aug-2026 |
| Physical Joining to allotted College with all original documents and requisite fees DD | 24-Aug-2026 to 28-Aug-2026 05.30 pm |
NEET UG Counselling 2026 Schedule for Other States
Several other states have also commenced the registration process for admission to undergraduate medical courses. Candidates can check the counselling dates and schedules announced by these states below
| State NEET Counselling | Registration Dates |
| Tamil Nadu NEET Counselling 2026 | 29-Jun-2026 to 27-Jul-2026 |
| Gujarat NEET Counselling 2026 | 31-Jul-2026 to 12-Aug-2026 |
| Telangana NEET Counselling 2026 | 5-Aug-2026 to 12-Aug-2026 |
| MP NEET Counselling 2026 | 5-Aug-2026 to 13-Aug-2026 |
| Kerala NEET Counselling 2026 | 23-Jul-2026 to 27-Jul-2026 |
| AP NEET Counselling 2026 | 05-Aug-2026 to 12-Aug-2026 |