If you registered for Himachal Pradesh's state quota MBBS/BDS seats through NEET UG 2026, the timeline you were tracking has just moved. Atal Medical and Research University (AMRU), which runs this counselling, has pushed out a revised Round 1 schedule, shifting the release of the final merit list and every step that follows it. Since seat allotment in state quota counselling is entirely date-driven, even a one or two-day change affects when you fill choices, when seats are allotted, and when you must report to college. This piece breaks down the new dates, fees and paperwork so HP NEET aspirants don't miss a deadline.
HP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 aspirants should check amruhp.ac.in for the revised merit list and treat every date in the new schedule as final until AMRU says otherwise.
What changed in the Round 1 schedule
AMRU had earlier announced a different date for the Round 1 final merit list. That date has now been revised, and the university has published a fresh set of dates covering the merit list, choice filling, seat allocation and reporting. All later stages of Round 1 are calculated from the merit list release, so this single change resets the whole calendar.
Candidates who registered for HP state quota seats should stop relying on any earlier date they may have noted down and refer only to the updated schedule below.
| Event | Revised Date |
|---|---|
| Final Merit List of Round 1 | August 21, 2026 |
| Filling and Locking of Choices (Course/College/Quota) | August 22 to 25, 2026 |
| Round 1 Provisional Seat Allocation | August 27, 2026 |
| Round 1 Final Seat Allocation | August 29, 2026 |
| Reporting/Joining the Allotted College | September 1 to 3, 2026 |
Registration fee by category
AMRU has kept the counselling registration fee category-wise, similar to how most state authorities structure it. This fee was payable during the registration window and is separate from any tuition or seat-acceptance fee charged later by the allotted college.
| Category | Registration Fee (Rs) |
|---|---|
| General, NRI, OBC and Others | 2,500 |
| SC, ST and EWS | 1,500 |
| Persons with Disability (PwD) | Nil |
Who can take part in this round
Only candidates who qualified NEET UG 2026 and meet Himachal Pradesh's domicile requirements are eligible for these state quota seats. Reserved category candidates must hold valid category certificates to claim their quota benefit during seat allotment.
Registration for Round 1 had a fixed window that has already closed. If you did not register within that window, you cannot join Round 1 now — your realistic option is to wait for a later round or the stray vacancy round if seats remain unfilled after the main rounds.
Documents to keep ready for reporting
If you are allotted a seat, the college you report to will insist on original documents, not photocopies or scanned printouts. Keep the full set ready in advance so you are not scrambling once the final allotment result is out.
- NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard
- Class 10 mark sheet and certificate
- Class 12 mark sheet and certificate
- Himachal Pradesh domicile or bonafide certificate
- Category certificate (for SC, ST, OBC or EWS candidates)
- Aadhaar card or valid photo ID
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Counselling registration fee payment receipt
What comes after Round 1
AMRU plans to run this counselling in multiple rounds, not just one. Beyond the current Round 1, two more rounds are scheduled, followed by a stray vacancy round expected in September 2026 to fill any seats still lying vacant after the earlier rounds. This matters for aspirants whose rank does not fetch a seat in Round 1 — they are not automatically out of the process and should stay registered and watch subsequent rounds.
It's also worth remembering that choice filling for Round 1 opens right after the merit list, so decide in advance which colleges and courses (MBBS or BDS) you'd rank in what order, rather than deciding under time pressure once the portal opens.
Why this matters for your admission decision
A revised schedule is a routine part of state counselling, but it has real consequences: missing the choice-filling window because you were tracking the old date could cost you a seat you were otherwise eligible for. Treat AMRU's portal, not social media forwards or unofficial sources, as the only reliable place to confirm dates.
Also factor in that reporting dates (September 1-3) leave a short gap after final allotment (August 29) — arrange your travel and documents well before the final allotment result so you can report within the window without last-minute stress.
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Where can I check the HP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 merit list?
On the official AMRU portal, amruhp.ac.in. Look for the Round 1 merit list link, open the PDF and search for your registration number to find your rank and category position.
I missed the Round 1 registration window — can I still join this round?
No. Registration within the notified window was mandatory for Round 1. If you missed it, you would need to wait for a later round or the stray vacancy round in September 2026, provided seats remain vacant.
What is the registration fee for HP NEET UG 2026 counselling?
Rs 2,500 for General, NRI, OBC and other categories; Rs 1,500 for SC, ST and EWS candidates; and no fee for candidates with disabilities (PwD).
How many rounds does AMRU conduct for HP NEET UG counselling?
Round 1 is currently underway. Two further rounds are planned after this, along with a stray vacancy round expected in September 2026.
What documents do I need if I get a seat in Round 1?
Original NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard, Class 10 and Class 12 certificates, HP domicile/bonafide certificate, category certificate (if applicable), a valid photo ID, photographs, and your fee payment receipt.
Whom do I contact for queries about this counselling?
AMRU has provided a WhatsApp helpline (9459139364) for candidate queries. For all schedule updates, rely only on the official portal, amruhp.ac.in.
Bookmark amruhp.ac.in and check it directly rather than relying on secondhand screenshots, since AMRU has already revised this schedule once. Get your documents and college-course preference order ready now so you can move quickly once choice filling opens.
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