The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has issued an urgent notice on 13 November 2026 announcing changes to the Round 2 seat matrix for NEET PG 2026. Several medical colleges have reported additions of new MD, MS, and PG DNB seats, while some seats have been removed from the matrix. These changes affect seats across multiple states—Karnataka, Puducherry, Maharashtra, Odisha, and Uttar Pradesh—and will be used for seat processing in Round 2. If you are preparing your choice list or have already submitted it, you need to understand which seats are now available and which have been withdrawn, as this directly impacts your chances of getting a seat in your preferred specialty and college.
The Round 2 seat matrix has been updated with new seats added (mainly at Vijaynagar Institute, Bellary, and Sri Venkateswaraa Medical College, Puducherry) and some seats removed (from Osmanabad, Fakir Mohan, and GIMS Greater Noida)—check the full list to see if your target college or specialty is affected.
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Unlock My College ListWhat Is This Notice About?
This is an official update to the Round 2 seat matrix for NEET PG 2026 counselling. The seat matrix is the complete list of all available postgraduate medical seats—MD (Doctor of Medicine), MS (Master of Surgery), and PG DNB (Diplomate of National Board)—that MCC will allocate to candidates based on their merit rank and choices.
Medical colleges sometimes report changes to their seat availability after the initial matrix is published. These changes can happen because of infrastructure updates, faculty availability, or administrative adjustments. When MCC receives such information from institutes, it updates the matrix and publishes a notice so that all candidates are aware of the current, accurate seat availability before they finalize their choice list.
This notice, issued on 13 November 2026, reflects all such changes received by MCC from institutes. The updated matrix will be used for seat processing in Round 2, meaning your allotment will be based on these new numbers, not the old ones.
Seats Removed: Which Colleges and Specialties Are Affected?
Five seats have been removed from the Round 2 matrix across four colleges. These removals mean those seats will NOT be available for allocation in Round 2, even if you rank high enough to get them. If you were counting on a seat at one of these colleges in one of these specialties, you need to adjust your choice list immediately.
The removed seats are:
- Government Medical College, Osmanabad (Maharashtra): 1 MS General Surgery (BC NO category) + 2 MS General Surgery (OP NO category) = 3 seats removed
- Fakir Mohan Medical College and Hospital, Remuna, Balasore (Odisha): 1 MD Paediatrics (OP NO category) removed
- Government Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS), Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh): 1 MS Obstetrics and Gynaecology (BC NO category) + 1 MS Obstetrics and Gynaecology (OP NO category) = 2 seats removed
| State | College | Specialty | Category | Seats Removed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra | Government Medical College, Osmanabad | M.S. General Surgery | BC NO | 1 |
| Maharashtra | Government Medical College, Osmanabad | M.S. General Surgery | OP NO | 2 |
| Odisha | Fakir Mohan Medical College and Hospital, Remuna, Balasore | M.D. Paediatrics | OP NO | 1 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Government Institute of Medical Sciences, Greater Noida | M.S. Obstetrics and Gynaecology | BC NO | 1 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Government Institute of Medical Sciences, Greater Noida | M.S. Obstetrics and Gynaecology | OP NO | 1 |
Seats Added: New Opportunities at Vijaynagar Institute and Sri Venkateswaraa Medical College
The majority of new seats have been added at two colleges: Vijaynagar Institute of Medical Sciences, Bellary (Karnataka), and Sri Venkateswaraa Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, Pondicherry. These additions mean more seats are now available in Round 2 than were originally published. If you are interested in these colleges or specialties, this is good news—your chances of getting a seat may have improved.
Vijaynagar Institute, Bellary has added 16 new MD and MS seats across multiple specialties and categories. These include seats in Forensic Medicine, General Medicine, Pathology, Radio-Diagnosis, and General Surgery, spread across UR (Unreserved), OBC, SC, ST, and EWS categories. Most are single seats per category, but General Medicine UR has 2 seats and General Surgery UR has 1 seat.
Sri Venkateswaraa Medical College, Pondicherry has added a much larger number of seats—over 150 new MD and MS seats across both Self-Financed Merit Seat and Non-Resident Indian (NRI) quotas. These include seats in Anaesthesiology, Anatomy, Bio-Chemistry, Community Medicine, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine, General Medicine, Microbiology, Paediatrics, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Psychiatry, Radio-Diagnosis, Respiratory Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, and ENT. All added seats are in the UR (Unreserved) category.
Vijaynagar Institute, Bellary (Karnataka)—16 New Seats
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Vijaynagar Institute of Medical Sciences, Bellary, has added 16 new MD and MS seats across six specialties. All seats are in the All India Quota (meaning they are open to candidates from across India, not just Karnataka). The breakdown is as follows:
- M.D. Forensic Medicine and Toxicology: 1 OP NO + 1 OBC NO = 2 seats
- M.D. General Medicine: 1 EWS NO + 1 OBC NO + 1 SC NO + 2 UR NO = 5 seats
- M.D. Pathology: 1 OBC NO + 2 UR NO = 3 seats
- M.D. Radio-Diagnosis / Radiology: 1 SC NO = 1 seat
- M.S. General Surgery: 1 EWS NO + 1 OBC NO + 1 OBC PwD + 1 SC NO + 1 ST NO + 1 UR NO = 6 seats
| Specialty | Category | Seats Added |
|---|---|---|
| M.D. Forensic Medicine and Toxicology | OP NO | 1 |
| M.D. Forensic Medicine and Toxicology | OBC NO | 1 |
| M.D. General Medicine | EWS NO | 1 |
| M.D. General Medicine | OBC NO | 1 |
| M.D. General Medicine | SC NO | 1 |
| M.D. General Medicine | UR NO | 2 |
| M.D. Pathology | OBC NO | 1 |
| M.D. Pathology | UR NO | 2 |
| M.D. Radio-Diagnosis / Radiology | SC NO | 1 |
| M.S. General Surgery | EWS NO | 1 |
| M.S. General Surgery | OBC NO | 1 |
| M.S. General Surgery | OBC PwD | 1 |
| M.S. General Surgery | SC NO | 1 |
| M.S. General Surgery | ST NO | 1 |
| M.S. General Surgery | UR NO | 1 |
Sri Venkateswaraa Medical College, Pondicherry—150+ New Seats
Sri Venkateswaraa Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, Pondicherry, has added a substantial number of new seats—over 150 across both Self-Financed Merit Seat and Non-Resident Indian (NRI) quotas. All added seats are in the UR (Unreserved) category. This college is a Deemed University, and these seats are available to All India Quota candidates.
The college has added seats in 20 different MD and MS specialties. The largest additions are in M.S. General Surgery (19 seats under Self-Financed Merit Seat quota), M.D. Anaesthesiology (17 seats), M.D. General Medicine (14 seats under Self-Financed Merit Seat + 5 seats under NRI quota = 19 total), and M.S. Orthopaedics (12 seats). Other specialties with significant additions include Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, and Radio-Diagnosis.
Note: Self-Financed Merit Seat seats are available to candidates who meet the merit criteria but may have different fee structures than government seats. NRI seats are reserved for Non-Resident Indian candidates. Make sure you understand the quota type and fee structure before including these seats in your choice list.
| Specialty | Quota Type | Seats Added |
|---|---|---|
| M.D. Anaesthesiology | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 17 |
| M.D. Anatomy | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 3 |
| M.D. Bio-Chemistry | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 2 |
| M.D. Community Medicine / Social and Preventive Medicine | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 4 |
| M.D. Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy | Non-Resident Indian | 4 |
| M.D. Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 4 |
| M.D. Emergency Medicine | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 3 |
| M.D. General Medicine | Non-Resident Indian | 5 |
| M.D. General Medicine | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 14 |
| M.D. Microbiology | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 4 |
| M.D. Paediatrics | Non-Resident Indian | 4 |
| M.D. Paediatrics | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 9 |
| M.D. Pathology | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 4 |
| M.D. Pharmacology | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 4 |
| M.D. Physiology | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 3 |
| M.D. Psychiatry | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 3 |
| M.D. Radio-Diagnosis / Radiology | Non-Resident Indian | 5 |
| M.D. Radio-Diagnosis / Radiology | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 4 |
| M.D. Respiratory Medicine / Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 4 |
| M.S. General Surgery | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 19 |
| M.S. Obstetrics and Gynaecology | Non-Resident Indian | 6 |
| M.S. Obstetrics and Gynaecology | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 9 |
| M.S. Ophthalmology | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 8 |
| M.S. Orthopaedics | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 12 |
| M.S. Otorhinolaryngology / ENT | Self-Financed Merit Seat | 7 |
What Do These Changes Mean for Your Choice List?
If you have already submitted your choice list before this notice was published, you may be able to edit it (depending on MCC's rules for Round 2). Check the MCC website or your counselling portal to see if choice editing is still open. If it is, you should review the new seats and consider adding them to your list if they match your preferences.
If you have not yet submitted your choice list, you must include this updated information. The new seats at Vijaynagar Institute and Sri Venkateswaraa Medical College represent additional opportunities. If you are interested in these colleges or specialties, rank them appropriately in your choice list. Remember that your rank and category determine which seats you are eligible for—a seat in a reserved category (SC, ST, OBC, EWS) is only available to candidates belonging to that category.
The removed seats mean those options are no longer available. If you were planning to choose a seat at Osmanabad (General Surgery), Fakir Mohan (Paediatrics), or GIMS Greater Noida (Obstetrics and Gynaecology), you need to remove those from your list or replace them with other options. Do not waste a choice slot on a seat that no longer exists.
Understanding Categories and Quotas
The seat matrix uses several category codes that determine who is eligible for each seat. It is critical that you understand these, because choosing a seat in a category you do not belong to will result in rejection.
UR NO = Unreserved, No Disability. Open to all candidates, regardless of caste or economic background.
OBC NO = Other Backward Classes, No Disability. Reserved for candidates with a valid OBC certificate.
SC NO = Scheduled Caste, No Disability. Reserved for candidates with a valid SC certificate.
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ST NO = Scheduled Tribe, No Disability. Reserved for candidates with a valid ST certificate.
EWS NO = Economically Weaker Section, No Disability. Reserved for candidates with a valid EWS certificate.
OBC PwD = Other Backward Classes, Person with Disability. Reserved for OBC candidates with a disability certificate.
All India Quota seats are open to candidates from any state. Some colleges also have state-specific quotas, but all the seats in this notice are All India Quota.
Self-Financed Merit Seat (at Puducherry college) means the seat is available to merit-ranked candidates but may have higher fees than government seats. NRI seats are for Non-Resident Indian candidates only—if you are an NRI, you are eligible; if you are not, you cannot choose these seats.
When Will These Changes Take Effect?
The updated seat matrix will be used for seat processing in Round 2. This means when MCC runs the allotment algorithm, it will use the new numbers—the added seats will be available for allocation, and the removed seats will not be.
The notice was posted on 13 November 2026. MCC has not announced a specific date for Round 2 allotment in this notice, so check the MCC website or your counselling portal for the Round 2 schedule. Typically, MCC publishes a detailed Round 2 schedule separately, including the date for choice submission (if still open), the date for allotment, and the date for joining.
If you have not yet submitted your choices or if choice editing is still open, act immediately. Do not wait—the deadline could be very soon.
Important Traps and Things to Watch Out For
Do not assume a seat exists just because it was in the original matrix. Always check the latest, most recent seat matrix before finalizing your choices. This notice updates the matrix, so use this information.
Do not choose a seat in a category you do not belong to. For example, if you do not have a valid SC certificate, you cannot choose an SC NO seat, even if your rank is high enough. Your application will be rejected at the verification stage.
Be careful with Self-Financed Merit Seat and NRI seats at Puducherry. These have different fee structures and eligibility rules than government seats. Read the college's prospectus carefully before choosing these seats.
If you are an OBC candidate, check whether your OBC certificate is valid under the NEET PG rules. Some states' OBC certificates are not accepted by MCC. Verify this before submitting your choices.
Do not ignore the removed seats. If you were counting on one of the removed seats, you must adjust your strategy now. Waiting until allotment day will be too late.
How to Access the Full Seat Matrix
This notice provides the list of added and removed seats, but it does not show the complete Round 2 seat matrix. To see all available seats across all colleges and specialties, you must visit the MCC website (mcc.nic.in) or your counselling portal and download the full updated Round 2 seat matrix.
The full matrix will show every college, every specialty, every category, and the total number of seats available in each. Use this to build your complete choice list. Do not rely on memory or old documents—always use the official, most recent matrix published by MCC.
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What is a seat matrix update, and why does MCC issue these notices?
A seat matrix is the official list of all available postgraduate medical seats for counselling. Colleges sometimes report changes to their seat availability after the initial matrix is published—for example, due to infrastructure improvements, faculty changes, or administrative adjustments. When MCC receives such information, it updates the matrix and publishes a notice so all candidates have accurate, current information before they finalize their choice list. This ensures fairness and prevents candidates from wasting choices on seats that no longer exist.
I already submitted my choice list. Can I edit it to include the new seats?
It depends on whether MCC has kept the choice editing window open for Round 2. Check the MCC website or your counselling portal immediately to see if you can still edit your choices. If the editing window is still open, you should definitely review this notice and add any new seats that interest you. If the window has closed, you cannot edit, but your allotment will still be based on the updated matrix—so the new seats will be available for allocation if your rank qualifies.
I was planning to choose a seat at Government Medical College, Osmanabad in General Surgery. What should I do now?
Unfortunately, all three General Surgery seats at Osmanabad (1 BC NO and 2 OP NO) have been removed from the Round 2 matrix. You cannot choose these seats anymore. You must replace them with other options in your choice list. Review the full updated seat matrix and select alternative colleges and specialties that match your preferences and rank.
What is the difference between 'Self-Financed Merit Seat' and regular government seats at Puducherry?
Self-Financed Merit Seat seats are available to merit-ranked candidates but are funded by the college, not the government. This typically means higher fees than government seats. Regular government seats have lower, government-regulated fees. Before choosing a Self-Financed Merit Seat, check the college's prospectus to understand the exact fee structure and whether you can afford it. Both types are valid NEET PG seats and will be allocated based on merit rank and choices.
I am an OBC candidate. Can I choose the OBC PwD seat at Vijaynagar Institute, Bellary in General Surgery?
No. The OBC PwD seat is reserved for OBC candidates who also have a valid disability certificate. If you are OBC but do not have a disability certificate, you cannot choose this seat. You can choose other OBC NO (no disability) seats, or UR (Unreserved) seats if your rank qualifies. Always match your category and disability status exactly to the seat category code.
How many new seats have been added in total across all colleges?
Approximately 170+ new seats have been added: 16 at Vijaynagar Institute, Bellary (Karnataka), and over 150 at Sri Venkateswaraa Medical College, Pondicherry. In contrast, only 5 seats have been removed. Overall, the Round 2 seat matrix has expanded, which is good news for candidates—more seats mean more opportunities.
Are the new seats at Puducherry available to NRI candidates only, or can I choose them too?
Sri Venkateswaraa Medical College has added seats in two quota types: Self-Financed Merit Seat (open to all merit-ranked candidates) and Non-Resident Indian (NRI) seats (open only to NRI candidates). If you are not an NRI, you can still choose the Self-Financed Merit Seat seats. If you are an NRI, you can choose both types. Check your eligibility status carefully before selecting these seats.
When will the Round 2 allotment happen, and will it use this updated seat matrix?
Yes, the Round 2 allotment will use this updated seat matrix. However, this notice does not specify the exact date for Round 2 allotment. Check the MCC website or your counselling portal for the Round 2 schedule, which will include the allotment date, joining date, and any other important deadlines. Act quickly—if choice editing is still open, the deadline could be very soon.
I have a valid SC certificate. Can I choose the SC NO seats at Vijaynagar Institute?
Yes, if your SC certificate is valid under NEET PG rules. SC NO seats are reserved for Scheduled Caste candidates. However, make sure your certificate is issued by the correct authority and is recognized by MCC. Some state SC certificates may not be accepted. Verify this with MCC or your counselling centre before submitting your choices. If your certificate is rejected during verification, your allotment will be cancelled.
What happens if I choose a seat that has been removed?
If you choose a removed seat, it will not be allocated to you because it no longer exists in the matrix. Your choice will be skipped during allotment processing. This is why it is critical to use the updated seat matrix and remove any removed seats from your choice list. Do not waste a choice slot on a seat that is no longer available.
Can I see the complete Round 2 seat matrix, or just the additions and removals?
This notice only shows the additions and removals. To see the complete Round 2 seat matrix with all available seats across all colleges, you must visit the MCC website (mcc.nic.in) or your counselling portal and download the full updated matrix. Use the full matrix to build your complete choice list—do not rely on this notice alone.
I am an EWS candidate. Are there EWS seats available in Round 2?
Yes. Vijaynagar Institute, Bellary has added EWS NO seats in M.D. General Medicine (1 seat) and M.S. General Surgery (1 seat). If you have a valid EWS certificate, you can choose these seats. Check the full updated seat matrix for all available EWS seats across all colleges. Remember, your EWS certificate must be valid under NEET PG rules and issued by the correct authority.
Review this notice immediately and cross-check the added and removed seats against your current choice list. If choice editing is still open, log into the MCC counselling portal and update your choices to include the new seats at Vijaynagar Institute and Sri Venkateswaraa Medical College, and remove any seats that have been withdrawn. Download the full updated Round 2 seat matrix from the MCC website to ensure you have the complete, accurate information. Do not delay—the choice submission deadline could be very soon, and missing it will cost you your seat in Round 2.
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