MCC NEET UG 2026 Seat Resignation: Freeze & Float Candidates Round 1–2

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has opened a resignation window for candidates who accepted a seat in Round 1 or Round 2 of NEET UG 2026 counselling but now wish to withdraw. This applies only to Freeze and Float candidates who have not been upgraded. The resignation window is open from 3:30 PM on 17 September 2026 to 6:00 PM on 18 September 2026. Any candidate who resigns during this period will forfeit their security deposit and lose all claim to the seat they are leaving. This is a one-time opportunity — if you miss this deadline, you cannot resign later.

Who Can Resign: Freeze and Float Candidates Only

This resignation facility is available only to Freeze and Float candidates. If you are unsure which category you fall into, check your allotment letter or log into the MCC counselling portal.

Freeze candidates are those whose seat is locked in the college they were allotted and cannot be upgraded to a better college in future rounds. Float candidates are those whose seat can potentially be upgraded if they participate in further rounds, but they have chosen not to upgrade and remain in their current seat.

Importantly, upgraded candidates — those who moved to a better seat in a later round — cannot use this resignation facility. Only candidates who accepted a Round 1 or Round 2 seat and did not upgrade are eligible.

• Freeze candidates: seat locked, cannot upgrade
• Float candidates (not upgraded): seat can upgrade but you chose not to
• Upgraded candidates: NOT eligible to resign

The Resignation Window: Exact Dates and Times

The resignation window opens at 3:30 PM on 17 September 2026 and closes at 6:00 PM on 18 September 2026. This is a very tight deadline — only about 27 hours. Any resignation submitted before 3:30 PM on 17 September or after 6:00 PM on 18 September will not be accepted.

Mark these times clearly in your calendar. Do not wait until the last moment — the portal may experience heavy traffic, and you do not want to miss the deadline by a few minutes. Plan to resign well before 6 PM on 18 September.

• Opens: 3:30 PM, 17 September 2026
• Closes: 6:00 PM, 18 September 2026
• Duration: approximately 27 hours
• No extensions — deadline is final

How to Resign: Different Process for Freeze vs. Float

The resignation process depends on whether you are a Freeze or Float candidate. The two processes are completely different, so read carefully to find the one that applies to you.

If you are a Freeze candidate, you must physically go to the college where you were allotted and resign in person. You cannot resign online. You will need to report to the college's admission office or the designated resignation counter and submit your resignation. Bring your allotment letter and any other documents the college asks for.

If you are a Float candidate, you must resign online through the MCC counselling portal. Log into your account, navigate to the resignation section, and generate a Seat Withdrawal slip. This slip is your proof of resignation. Do not attempt to resign in person — only the online slip counts. If you do not generate the slip online, your resignation will be treated as invalid ('Null & Void').

• Freeze candidates: report in person to your allotted college to resign
• Float candidates: log into MCC portal, generate Seat Withdrawal slip online
• Float candidates: online slip is mandatory — in-person resignation will not be accepted
• Keep your Seat Withdrawal slip (Float) or resignation letter (Freeze) as proof

Security Deposit: You Will Lose It

Any resignation submitted during this window will result in forfeiture of your security deposit. This means the money you paid as a security deposit when you accepted your seat will not be returned to you. This is a financial penalty for resigning.

The notice does not specify the amount of the security deposit — this varies by college and state. Check your allotment letter or the college's admission prospectus to see how much you will lose. Factor this into your decision to resign.

• Security deposit is forfeited — you will not get it back
• Amount varies by college; check your allotment letter
• This is the cost of resigning during this window

Critical Trap: Online Slip Is Mandatory for Float Candidates

This is the most important rule to understand: if you are a Float candidate and you do not generate your Seat Withdrawal slip online through the MCC portal, your resignation will be treated as 'Null & Void'. This means it will not be accepted, and you will remain enrolled in your seat.

Many candidates make the mistake of assuming that simply not joining the college or informing the college verbally that they are leaving counts as resignation. It does not. The MCC portal slip is the only valid proof. If you resign without the slip, you will still be considered a student of that college, and you may face legal or administrative consequences.

Similarly, if you are a Freeze candidate, you must ensure that the college issues you a formal Resignation Letter. Do not leave without this document. If the college does not give you a letter, ask for one explicitly.

• ⚠️ Float candidates: online Seat Withdrawal slip is MANDATORY
• ⚠️ Without the slip, resignation is 'Null & Void' — you remain enrolled
• ⚠️ Verbal resignation or not joining does NOT count
• ⚠️ Freeze candidates: get a formal Resignation Letter from the college

After Resignation: No Claim Over Your Seat

Once you resign and your resignation is accepted, you have absolutely no claim over the seat you are leaving. This means you cannot ask for the seat back later, even if you change your mind a few days after resigning. The seat will be offered to another candidate or kept vacant — it is no longer yours.

This is a permanent decision. Think carefully before you resign. If you are unsure, contact the college or MCC for clarification before the deadline.

• Resignation is final and irreversible
• You cannot reclaim the seat after resignation
• The seat will be reallocated or remain vacant
• Do not resign unless you are certain

Why This Window Exists and Who Should Use It

MCC has opened this resignation window in response to many requests from candidates. It is a one-time facility — do not assume another window will open later. If you miss this deadline, you will not get another chance to resign.

You should use this window if: (1) you have decided not to pursue MBBS or BDS, (2) you have secured admission to a better college outside the MCC counselling system and want to join that instead, (3) you have personal or family circumstances that prevent you from joining, or (4) you want to prepare for the next year's NEET exam. However, if you resign, you will lose your security deposit and cannot reclaim the seat.

• This is a one-time window — no further resignation facility is guaranteed
• Use it only if you are certain you do not want the seat
• Reasons to resign: pursuing another course, better college outside MCC, personal circumstances, preparing for next year
• Weigh the loss of security deposit against your reasons

What Happens to Your Seat After Resignation

The notice does not specify what happens to your seat after you resign. Typically, the seat may be offered to candidates on the waiting list, or it may remain vacant if no waiting list candidates are available. The college or MCC will decide how to fill or manage the vacancy.

You do not need to worry about this — it is not your responsibility. Your only responsibility is to ensure your resignation is properly submitted and documented.

• Seat may be offered to waiting list candidates
• Seat may remain vacant
• You have no role in what happens next

Step-by-Step: What to Do If You Are a Float Candidate

If you are a Float candidate, follow these steps exactly to resign online:

1. Log into the MCC counselling portal using your registration number and password. 2. Navigate to the resignation or seat withdrawal section (the exact menu name may vary — look for 'Resignation', 'Seat Withdrawal', or 'Withdraw Seat'). 3. Select the Round 1 or Round 2 seat you want to resign from. 4. Click 'Generate Seat Withdrawal Slip' or the equivalent button. 5. The system will generate a PDF slip with your name, seat details, and resignation date. 6. Download and save this slip. Print it if possible. 7. Keep this slip as proof of your resignation. Do not delete it or lose it.

• Log into MCC portal with your credentials
• Find the resignation/seat withdrawal section
• Select your Round 1 or 2 seat
• Generate Seat Withdrawal slip online
• Download, save, and print the slip
• Keep it as proof — do not lose it

Step-by-Step: What to Do If You Are a Freeze Candidate

If you are a Freeze candidate, follow these steps to resign in person:

1. Identify the college where you were allotted. Check your allotment letter for the college name and address. 2. Contact the college's admission office or counselling desk to confirm the resignation process and location. Ask where and when you should report. 3. Gather your documents: allotment letter, NEET admit card, identity proof, and any other documents the college asks for. 4. Visit the college in person during the resignation window (between 3:30 PM on 17 September and 6:00 PM on 18 September). 5. Report to the designated resignation counter or admission office. 6. Submit your resignation and provide the required documents. 7. Ask the college to issue you a formal Resignation Letter with the date and your signature. 8. Keep this letter as proof.

• Identify your allotted college from allotment letter
• Contact college to confirm resignation location and process
• Gather: allotment letter, NEET admit card, identity proof
• Visit college in person during the window
• Report to admission office or resignation counter
• Submit resignation and documents
• Get a formal Resignation Letter from the college
• Keep the letter as proof

Important: Verify Your Candidate Type Before Resigning

Before you resign, make absolutely sure you are a Freeze or Float candidate and not an upgraded candidate. If you are unsure, log into the MCC portal and check your allotment status. Look for labels like 'Freeze', 'Float', or 'Upgraded' next to your seat details.

If you are an upgraded candidate, this resignation window does not apply to you. Attempting to resign as an upgraded candidate may result in your resignation being rejected or treated as invalid. Contact MCC or your college if you are unsure.

• Check your allotment letter or MCC portal for your candidate type
• Freeze and Float candidates: eligible to resign
• Upgraded candidates: NOT eligible
• If unsure, contact MCC before attempting to resign

Frequently asked questions

If you are a Freeze or Float candidate who accepted a Round 1 or 2 seat and want to resign, act immediately. Float candidates must log into the MCC portal and generate a Seat Withdrawal slip by 6:00 PM on 18 September 2026. Freeze candidates must visit their allotted college in person and submit a resignation during the same window. Without proper documentation (online slip for Float, Resignation Letter for Freeze), your resignation will not be valid. Remember: you will lose your security deposit, and you cannot reclaim the seat after resignation. If you are unsure whether you are eligible or which process applies to you, contact MCC at adgme@nic.in or your college immediately.