Atal Medical and Research University Himachal Pradesh (AMRU HP) has opened Round 2 registration for NEET UG 2026 counselling for MBBS and BDS candidates. This is your second chance if you did not register in Round 1 or did not receive a seat allocation. Registration closes on September 8, 2026, and the entire process—from choice filling to final seat allotment and college reporting—will be completed by mid-September. Understanding the timeline and eligibility rules is critical to secure your medical seat in Himachal Pradesh.
If you qualified NEET UG 2026 and missed Round 1 or did not get a seat, register for HP Round 2 by September 8 at erpamruhp.in; choice filling and seat allotment follow within days.
Who Can Apply for HP NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Counselling?
Round 2 registration is open to any candidate who holds a valid NEET UG 2026 rank. This includes candidates who did not register in Round 1 and those who registered but were not allotted a seat in the first round. The key requirement is that your NEET UG 2026 score must be valid and your rank must be published.
To claim a seat under the Himachal Pradesh state quota, you must hold a Bonafide Himachali Certificate or be domiciled in Himachal Pradesh. Candidates without HP domicile status can still apply and compete for management quota seats. An important strategic note: if you are eligible for HP quota, select that option during registration to keep both HP quota and management quota choices open—you are not locked into one.
HP NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Timeline: Key Dates You Must Know
The entire Round 2 process is compressed into a two-week window. Registration and fresh application form submission runs from September 5–6, 2026. The merit list and vacancy position will be published on September 7, 2026, so you can see how many seats are available in each college and course.
Choice filling and locking is the most critical step: you have September 8–9, 2026 to fill and lock your preferences. Any choices not manually locked by the deadline will be automatically locked at 11:59 PM on September 9. Provisional seat allotment comes on September 11, and final allotment on September 14. Once you receive your allotted seat, you must report to the college between September 16–17, 2026 with all original documents.
- Registration and form submission: September 5–6, 2026
- Merit list and vacancy display: September 7, 2026
- Choice filling and locking: September 8–9, 2026
- Provisional seat allotment: September 11, 2026
- Final seat allotment: September 14, 2026
- College reporting: September 16–17, 2026
How to Register for HP NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Counselling
Visit the official portal at erpamruhp.in and locate the Round 2 applicant registration link. You will be asked to select your admission quota—choose HP Quota if you are eligible, or Management Quota if you are not domiciled in Himachal Pradesh. Enter your full name, father's name, and your NEET UG 2026 registration number exactly as they appear on your admit card.
The system will display your NEET UG details for verification. Confirm your mobile number and email address, as your login credentials will be sent to these. Complete the security captcha and submit the registration form. You will then need to pay the counselling registration fee online using net banking, UPI, or card payment. Keep your payment receipt for records.
- Visit erpamruhp.in and click the Round 2 registration link
- Select your quota (HP Quota or Management Quota)
- Enter name, father's name, and NEET UG 2026 registration number
- Verify your NEET details, mobile, and email
- Complete captcha and submit the form
- Pay the counselling fee online
- Save your login credentials sent to your email and phone
Filling and Locking Your College and Course Preferences
After registration, you will log in to fill your choice of colleges and courses. This is where strategy matters. You can rank multiple colleges and courses in order of preference. The system will allocate you a seat based on your rank, the availability of seats, and your preference order. Remember: seats are allocated in order of merit rank, so a higher NEET rank gives you priority.
You must lock your choices before September 9, 2026 at 11:59 PM. Locked choices cannot be changed. If you do not manually lock your choices, the system will automatically lock them at the deadline. Once locked, your preferences are final and will be used for seat allotment on September 11. Do not rush this step—review your college and course choices carefully before locking.
- Log in after registration to access the choice-filling portal
- Rank colleges and courses in order of preference
- Consider college location, infrastructure, and course reputation
- Lock your choices before September 9, 2026 deadline
- Unlocked choices will be auto-locked at deadline
- Locked choices cannot be modified
Understanding Seat Allotment and Reporting Requirements
Provisional seat allotment will be announced on September 11, 2026. This is not final—it is a preliminary allocation. The final seat allotment comes on September 14, 2026. Check the official portal on both dates to see if you have been allotted a seat, and if so, which college and course. If you are allotted a seat, you must report to the college between September 16–17, 2026.
When you report to the college, bring all original documents: your NEET admit card, rank card, 10th and 12th mark sheets, domicile certificate (if claiming HP quota), Bonafide Himachali Certificate (if applicable), and any other documents specified by the college. Failure to report within the deadline may result in forfeiture of your seat. If you do not receive a seat in Round 2, you will be eligible for the mop-up round, which will be announced shortly.
- Check provisional allotment on September 11, 2026
- Check final allotment on September 14, 2026
- Report to allotted college between September 16–17, 2026
- Carry all original documents (admit card, rank card, certificates, mark sheets)
- Missing the reporting deadline may forfeit your seat
- Unallotted candidates will be eligible for mop-up round
Why HP Quota Candidates Should Select HP Quota During Registration
If you are domiciled in Himachal Pradesh or hold a Bonafide Himachali Certificate, you are eligible for the HP state quota. The state quota typically has lower cutoff scores than the management quota, giving you a better chance of securing a seat. However, there is a strategic advantage: if you select HP Quota during registration, you can fill choices under both HP quota and management quota seats.
This dual eligibility means you are not locked into competing only for HP quota seats. If your rank is high enough, you may be allotted a management quota seat at a better college. If not, you fall back to HP quota seats. This flexibility is crucial—always select HP Quota if you are eligible, even if you are willing to consider management quota seats.
- HP quota has lower cutoff scores than management quota
- Selecting HP quota keeps both quota options open
- You can fill choices for both HP and management quota seats
- Allotment is based on rank and preference order
- Higher rank may secure management quota seat at better college
- Lower rank falls back to HP quota seats
What Happens If You Don't Get a Seat in Round 2?
If you are not allotted a seat in Round 2, do not lose hope. Himachal Pradesh will conduct a mop-up round after Round 2 is complete. The mop-up round is designed to fill any remaining vacant seats. Candidates who were not allotted in Round 2 are automatically eligible for the mop-up round. The schedule for the mop-up round will be announced on the official portal shortly after Round 2 concludes.
The mop-up round typically has fewer seats available, as many seats will have been filled in Rounds 1 and 2. However, it is still a valid opportunity to secure admission. Keep monitoring the official portal (erpamruhp.in and amruhp.ac.in) for the mop-up round announcement and timeline.
- Mop-up round is the final counselling round
- Unallotted candidates from Round 2 are automatically eligible
- Fewer seats available in mop-up round
- Schedule will be announced after Round 2 concludes
- Monitor official portal for mop-up round dates
- Mop-up round is your last chance for HP counselling
Documents and Fees: What You Need to Prepare
Before you begin registration, gather all required documents. You will need your NEET UG 2026 admit card and rank card. If you are claiming HP quota, have your domicile certificate or Bonafide Himachali Certificate ready. You will also need your 10th and 12th mark sheets, and any other certificates or documents specified by AMRU HP.
You will be required to pay a counselling registration fee during the registration process. The exact fee amount should be specified on the portal. Ensure you have access to online payment methods—net banking, UPI, or debit/credit card. Keep your payment receipt as proof. When you report to the college after seat allotment, bring all original documents in a folder or envelope.
- NEET UG 2026 admit card and rank card
- Domicile certificate or Bonafide Himachali Certificate (if claiming HP quota)
- 10th and 12th mark sheets
- Any other certificates as specified by the college
- Online payment method for counselling fee (net banking, UPI, or card)
- Payment receipt for records
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What is the last date to register for HP NEET UG 2026 Round 2 counselling?
The last date to register for Round 2 is September 8, 2026. Registration began on September 5, 2026. You must complete your registration, including payment of the counselling fee, by the deadline. After September 8, the registration portal will close and you will not be able to register for Round 2.
Who is eligible to apply for HP NEET UG 2026 Round 2 counselling?
Any candidate who qualified NEET UG 2026 with a valid rank can apply for Round 2. This includes candidates who did not register in Round 1 and those who registered but did not receive a seat in Round 1. To claim a seat under the HP state quota, you must be domiciled in Himachal Pradesh or hold a Bonafide Himachali Certificate. Candidates without HP domicile can still apply for management quota seats.
When will the HP NEET UG 2026 Round 2 seat allotment result be declared?
The provisional seat allotment will be declared on September 11, 2026. The final seat allotment will be declared on September 14, 2026. You must check the official portal (erpamruhp.in) on both dates to see if you have been allotted a seat. If allotted, you must report to the college between September 16–17, 2026.
What is the deadline to fill and lock my college and course preferences?
You must fill and lock your college and course preferences by September 9, 2026 at 11:59 PM. Any preferences not manually locked by this deadline will be automatically locked by the system. Once locked, your preferences cannot be changed, so review them carefully before locking.
I am eligible for HP quota. Should I select HP quota or management quota during registration?
If you are eligible for HP quota, select HP Quota during registration. This keeps both HP quota and management quota options open for you. You can then fill choices for both types of seats. Your allotment will be based on your rank and preference order. Selecting HP quota does not lock you into only HP quota seats—it gives you flexibility.
What documents do I need to bring when I report to the college after seat allotment?
Bring all original documents: your NEET UG 2026 admit card, rank card, 10th and 12th mark sheets, domicile certificate (if claiming HP quota), Bonafide Himachali Certificate (if applicable), and any other documents specified by the college. Failure to bring original documents may delay your admission process.
What happens if I don't get a seat in Round 2?
If you are not allotted a seat in Round 2, you will be eligible for the mop-up round, which is the final counselling round. The mop-up round schedule will be announced after Round 2 concludes. Fewer seats are typically available in the mop-up round, but it is still a valid opportunity to secure admission. Monitor the official portal for the mop-up round announcement.
Where do I register for HP NEET UG 2026 Round 2 counselling?
Register at the official portal erpamruhp.in. Click on the Round 2 applicant registration link, select your quota, enter your details, and complete the registration process including payment of the counselling fee. Your login credentials will be sent to your registered email and mobile number.
If you qualified NEET UG 2026 and missed Round 1 or did not receive a seat, register immediately at erpamruhp.in—the deadline is September 8, 2026. Prepare your documents, pay the counselling fee, and carefully fill and lock your college preferences by September 9 to maximize your chances of securing an MBBS or BDS seat in Himachal Pradesh.
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