Round 1 registration for NEET PG Counselling 2026 is scheduled to begin on October 12. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced a tentative schedule covering registration, choice filling, seat allotment and reporting. Candidates planning to seek a postgraduate medical seat should note the deadlines and prepare their documents and fee payment in advance.
Round 1 Counselling Schedule
Registration and payment are scheduled to remain open until October 21. Choice filling begins on October 13 and closes on October 22. Candidates should keep track of the choice-locking window as well as the registration deadline, since they fall on different dates.
The schedule is tentative. Candidates should check the latest MCC counselling updates before completing each stage.
| Tentative Round 1 Dates | |
|---|---|
| Counselling Event | Date |
| Registration begins | October 12, 2026 |
| Registration and fee payment close | October 21, 2026 |
| Choice filling begins | October 13, 2026 |
| Choice filling closes | October 22, 2026 |
| Choice locking | October 21–22, 2026 |
| Seat allotment processing | October 22–23, 2026 |
| Round 1 allotment result | October 24, 2026 |
| Reporting at allotted colleges | October 26 to November 2, 2026 |
Seats Covered by MCC Counselling
MCC conducts online counselling for 50% of the All India Quota (AIQ) postgraduate medical seats. Its counselling also covers seats in central and deemed universities and other participating institutions, as applicable.
State quota seats are handled by the respective state counselling authorities. Their schedules and procedures may differ from the MCC process. Candidates should check the eligibility rules and seat matrix for their preferred courses and institutions before entering choices.
Registration Fee And Security Deposit
Candidates must pay the applicable registration fee and security deposit to participate in MCC counselling. The amount depends on the category and the type of institution for which they are registering. The security deposit is identified as refundable in the fee structure.
| Fee Structure For Aiq Seats | ||
|---|---|---|
| Category | Registration Fee | Security Deposit |
| General/EWS | ₹1,000 (non-refundable) | ₹25,000 (refundable) |
| SC/ST/OBC/PwD | ₹500 (non-refundable) | ₹10,000 (refundable) |
Documents To Keep Ready
Keep your admission-related documents accessible before registration. The documents required can depend on the applicable rules and the allotted institution.
- NEET PG 2026 admit card and rank or result details
- MBBS degree or provisional degree certificate
- MBBS marksheets
- Internship completion certificate
- Permanent or provisional medical registration certificate
- Valid photo identity proof
- Category or disability certificate, where applicable
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature
- Other documents specified in the MCC information bulletin or by the allotted institution
How To Register For Round 1
Registration is to be completed online through the MCC website. The Round 1 registration link will be available once the window opens. Candidates should enter their examination and personal details carefully, complete the application information and pay the applicable fee and security deposit.
- Visit the official MCC website and open the PG Medical Counselling section.
- Select the NEET PG 2026 Round 1 registration link when it becomes available.
- Enter the required examination and personal details, then create or access the login credentials as instructed.
- Complete the application details and check the information entered.
- Pay the applicable registration fee and security deposit.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation page or payment receipt for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is NEET PG Counselling 2026 Round 1 registration scheduled to begin?
Registration is scheduled to begin on October 12, 2026.
- What is the last date to register and pay the fee?
The tentative last date for Round 1 registration and fee payment is October 21, 2026.
- When does choice filling start and close?
Choice filling is scheduled to start on October 13 and close on October 22, 2026.
- What is the choice-locking window?
The tentative choice-locking window is October 21–22, 2026.
- When will MCC process Round 1 seat allotment?
Seat allotment processing is scheduled for October 22–23, 2026.
- When is the Round 1 seat allotment result expected?
The tentative date for the Round 1 result is October 24, 2026.
- What is the reporting period for candidates allotted a seat?
Candidates are scheduled to report to their allotted colleges between October 26 and November 2, 2026.
- What is the registration fee for General/EWS candidates for AIQ seats?
The non-refundable registration fee listed for General/EWS candidates is ₹1,000. The security deposit is ₹25,000 and is listed as refundable.
- What is the registration fee for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates for AIQ seats?
The non-refundable registration fee listed for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates is ₹500. The security deposit is ₹10,000 and is listed as refundable.
- Which seats are covered by MCC counselling?
MCC conducts online counselling for 50% of AIQ postgraduate medical seats, as well as seats covered under its counselling authority in central and deemed universities and other participating institutions, as applicable.
- Does MCC counselling cover state quota seats?
State quota counselling is conducted by the respective state counselling authorities, which may follow separate schedules and procedures.
- Which documents should candidates keep ready?
Candidates should keep their NEET PG 2026 admit card and rank or result details, MBBS degree and marksheets, internship completion certificate, medical registration certificate, photo ID, and applicable category or disability certificate ready. A recent photograph and signature may also be required.
- Where can candidates complete Round 1 registration?
Registration is to be completed online through the official MCC website, in the PG Medical Counselling section, once the Round 1 link is available.
- Is the Round 1 schedule final?
The announced schedule is tentative. Candidates should check MCC updates for any changes before proceeding with registration, choice filling or reporting.
