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NEET UG 2026 Counselling Schedule Released by MCC

The Medical Counselling Committee has unveiled the NEET UG 2026 counselling schedule, starting from August 4. This article outlines the phases of counselling, important dates, and necessary documents for candidates. With the academic session beginning on September 8, 2026, students are encouraged to prepare accordingly to secure their admissions in MBBS, BDS, and other medical courses. Stay informed about the detailed schedule and requirements to ensure a smooth admission process.
By Ambika Singh Aug 3, 2026, 15:56 IST

Overview of NEET UG 2026 Counselling



The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced the timeline for the NEET UG counselling for the year 2026. Registration for MBBS, BDS, B.Sc. (Nursing), and other programs under the All India Quota (AIQ), as well as for Deemed and Central Universities, will start on August 4. The counselling process will unfold over four rounds, with the academic year set to commence on September 8, 2026.

Counselling Schedule Details

Students are advised that the MCC will manage the counselling in four distinct phases. Below is the detailed schedule for each phase, which participants should follow to ensure their admission:













S. No. Counseling AIQ Quota / Deemed & Central Universities Verification of Data by MCC State Counseling Verification of Data by State Authorities
1 First Round of Counseling 4 August to 17 August 2026 23 August 2026 13 August to 22 August 2026 29 August 2026
2 Last date for joining 22 August 2026 — 28 August 2026 —
3 Second Round of Counseling 24 August to 2 September 2026 9 September 2026 31 August to 8 September 2026 15 September 2026
4 Last date for joining 8 September 2026 — 14 September 2026 —
5 Third Round (Round-3) 10 September to 18 September 2026 27 September 2026 16 September to 26 September 2026 2 October 2026
6 Last date for joining 26 September 2026 — 1 October 2026 —
7 Stray Vacancy 28 September to 3 October 2026 Data shared by MCC on 3 October 2026 3 October to 5 October 2026 —
8 Last date for joining 10 October 2026 — 10 October 2026 —
9 Commencement of academic session for UG courses 8 September 2026 — — —


Required Documents for Counselling

Candidates must prepare the following documents to participate in the counselling process:



  • NEET scorecard


  • NEET exam admit card


  • 10th-grade certificate and mark sheet


  • 12th-grade certificate and mark sheet


  • ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN card/Driving License/Passport)


  • Eight passport-size photographs


  • Provisional allotment letter


  • Caste certificate (if applicable)


  • Residence certificate


  • Disability certificate (if applicable)



Having these documents ready in advance will help avoid any complications during the admission process.