MP NEET UG 2026 First Round Counselling: Revised Schedule & Key Dates

Madhya Pradesh's Directorate of Medical Education has released the revised time schedule for the first round of NEET UG 2026 counselling for MBBS and BDS courses. This schedule sets out every critical date from the allotment result through to the final deadline for reporting and exercising the upgradation option. If you have qualified NEET UG 2026 and are eligible for MP counselling, this schedule determines when you will receive your seat, when you must report to your college, and when you can change your choice. Missing any of these deadlines can result in losing your seat.

What Is This Schedule and Why It Matters

This is the official revised time schedule for the first round of MP State Combined NEET UG Counselling for 2026–27. It replaces any earlier schedule and is binding on all candidates and colleges. The schedule tells you exactly when each step of the admission process will happen — from the day your allotment result is released to the final deadline for reporting and making your upgradation choice.

The first round is the initial allocation of seats based on your NEET rank, category, and the choices you made during choice-filling. If you are allotted a seat in the first round, you must follow this schedule to secure your admission. Delays or missed deadlines can lead to your seat being cancelled and offered to the next candidate on the merit list.

Complete First-Round Timeline: All Key Dates

Below is the full schedule for the first round of MBBS and BDS counselling. Each date and time is fixed and non-negotiable. Read this carefully and mark these dates in your calendar immediately.

When Will the Allotment Result Be Released?

The allotment result for the first round will be declared on 24 August 2026. On this date, you will be able to log in to the MP counselling portal (MPOnline) using your credentials and check which college and course you have been allotted. The result will show your allotted seat, the college name, the course (MBBS or BDS), and the category under which you have been allotted.

Once the result is released, you have a limited window to report to your college. Do not delay — check the result as soon as it is released and begin preparing your documents for reporting.

Reporting to Your Allotted College: Dates and What to Do

After the allotment result is released on 24 August, you must report to your allotted college in person between 25 August 2026 and 3 September 2026. Reporting must be completed by 6:00 PM on 3 September — any candidate who reports after this time will not be admitted. Reporting means physically going to your college, submitting your original documents for verification, and completing the admission formalities.

During reporting, the college will verify your original certificates (10th, 12th, NEET admit card, NEET result, category certificate if applicable, and any other documents required). Once verification is complete and you are satisfied with your allotment, the college will issue you an admission slip. Keep this slip safe — it is your proof of admission.

If you do not report within this 10-day window, your seat will be cancelled and offered to the next candidate. There is no extension or grace period. Plan your travel and document collection now so you can report on time.

• Reporting period: 25 August to 3 September 2026
• Reporting deadline: 6:00 PM on 3 September 2026
• Mode: In person at your allotted college
• What to bring: Original documents (certificates, NEET admit card, NEET result, category certificate, etc.)
• Outcome: Admission slip issued after verification

Online Resignation and Cancellation of Admission

If you have been allotted a seat but do not wish to accept it, you can cancel your admission online. This option is available from 25 August to 3 September 2026, up to 7:00 PM. Cancellation must be done through the MP counselling portal — you cannot cancel by phone, email, or in person at the college.

If you cancel your admission, your seat will be offered to the next candidate on the merit list. You will not be eligible for any further rounds of counselling in MP for this session. Cancellation is permanent and irreversible, so think carefully before you cancel.

You can cancel your admission even if you have already reported to the college. However, once you have cancelled, you cannot re-apply or change your mind. If you are unsure about your allotment, it is better to report first and then decide whether to cancel.

• Cancellation period: 25 August to 3 September 2026
• Cancellation deadline: 7:00 PM on 3 September 2026
• Mode: Online through MP counselling portal only
• Effect: Seat offered to next candidate; you are out of further counselling
• Reversibility: Cancellation is permanent — you cannot undo it

The Mandatory Upgradation Option: What It Is and Why It Matters

This is the most important part of the first round. After you report to your college and your admission is verified, you must exercise the upgradation option. This means you must tell MP counselling whether you want to participate in the second round and potentially upgrade to a better college or course, or whether you want to stay with your current allotment.

The upgradation option is mandatory — every candidate must choose either YES or NO. If you choose YES, you are saying 'I want to participate in the second round and may upgrade my seat.' If you choose NO, you are saying 'I am satisfied with my current allotment and do not want to participate in the second round.' Your choice will determine whether you are eligible for the second round.

This option must be exercised at the time of admission at your college. The college will ask you to make this choice, and you will confirm it online through your candidate login on the MP counselling portal. You can edit your choice until 3 September 2026 at 11:55 PM. After this deadline, your choice is locked and cannot be changed.

• Upgradation option is mandatory for all candidates
• YES = you want to participate in second round and may upgrade
• NO = you are satisfied with current allotment and do not want second round
• Exercise at: Time of admission at your college
• Deadline to edit: 3 September 2026 at 11:55 PM
• After deadline: Your choice is locked and final

How to Exercise the Upgradation Option

When you report to your college for admission, the college will inform you about the upgradation option. You will be asked to make your choice (YES or NO) at that time. The college will guide you through the process. You will then log in to your candidate account on the MP counselling portal and confirm your choice online.

After you confirm your choice online, an admission slip will be generated automatically. This slip will show your allotted seat, college, course, and your upgradation choice. Download and print this slip — you will need it for future reference and for any queries.

If you wish to change your upgradation choice after reporting, you can do so by logging in to the portal and editing your choice. However, you must do this before 3 September 2026 at 11:55 PM. After this time, the portal will close and you will not be able to make any changes.

• Step 1: Report to your allotted college between 25 Aug and 3 Sep
• Step 2: College informs you about upgradation option
• Step 3: You decide YES or NO
• Step 4: Log in to MP counselling portal and confirm your choice
• Step 5: Admission slip is generated automatically
• Step 6: Download, print, and keep the slip safe
• Step 7: You can edit your choice until 3 Sep 11:55 PM if needed

What Happens After You Exercise the Upgradation Option?

If you choose YES for upgradation, you will be eligible for the second round of counselling. In the second round, your name will be considered again based on your NEET rank and the choices you made. If a better college or course becomes available for you, you may be allotted a new seat in the second round. If you are upgraded, you will have to report to the new college and repeat the admission process.

If you choose NO for upgradation, you will not participate in the second round. Your current allotment is final, and you will continue your studies at the college you have been allotted in the first round. You will not be considered for any further rounds.

The second round will be conducted after the first round is complete. The schedule for the second round will be released separately by MP DME. Keep checking the official portal for updates.

• YES choice: You are eligible for second round; may upgrade to better college/course
• NO choice: Your first-round allotment is final; no second round
• Second round: Will be conducted after first round is complete
• Second round schedule: Will be released separately

Important Traps and Common Mistakes to Avoid

Many candidates lose their seats because they miss deadlines or misunderstand the rules. Here are the most common mistakes — avoid them at all costs.

**Mistake 1: Not reporting on time.** The reporting deadline is 6:00 PM on 3 September 2026. If you report even one minute after 6:00 PM, you will not be admitted. Your seat will be cancelled. There is no grace period, no extension, and no exceptions. Plan your travel now and arrive at the college well before 6:00 PM.

**Mistake 2: Not exercising the upgradation option.** The notice says it is mandatory for all candidates to exercise the upgradation option. If you do not make a choice (YES or NO), your admission may be cancelled. Do not ignore this step. When the college asks you to choose, make a decision and confirm it online.

**Mistake 3: Cancelling your admission and then regretting it.** Once you cancel your admission online, it is permanent. You cannot undo it. You will not be eligible for any further rounds. Think very carefully before you cancel. If you are unsure, report first and then decide.

**Mistake 4: Missing the deadline to edit your upgradation choice.** You can change your YES/NO choice until 3 September 2026 at 11:55 PM. After this time, the portal closes and you cannot make any changes. If you want to change your choice, do it before the deadline.

**Mistake 5: Not downloading and keeping your admission slip.** After you exercise the upgradation option, an admission slip is generated. Download it, print it, and keep it safe. You will need it for future reference, for the second round (if applicable), and for any disputes with the college.

Documents You Will Need for Reporting

When you report to your college, you must bring all original documents for verification. The college will check these documents against your application. If any document is missing or does not match your application, your admission may be delayed or rejected. Prepare all documents now and keep them in a safe folder.

While the notice does not list the exact documents required, standard documents for NEET UG admission in MP include: NEET admit card, NEET result (scorecard), 10th certificate, 12th certificate, category certificate (if applicable — SC/ST/OBC), domicile certificate (if applicable), and any other documents specified by your college. Contact your allotted college before reporting to confirm the exact list of documents they require.

• NEET admit card (original)
• NEET result scorecard (original)
• 10th certificate (original)
• 12th certificate (original)
• Category certificate if applicable (SC/ST/OBC) (original)
• Domicile certificate if applicable (original)
• Any other documents specified by your college
• Passport-size photographs (usually 4–6 copies)
• Contact your college to confirm the exact list before reporting

Where to Find More Information and How to Access the Portal

All information about MP NEET UG 2026 counselling is available on the official MP counselling portal: https://dme.mponline.gov.in/. You can log in using your NEET roll number and password to check your allotment result, exercise your upgradation option, and download your admission slip.

If you have questions or face technical issues with the portal, contact the MP DME helpline or visit the official website. Do not rely on unofficial sources or social media for information — always check the official portal and official announcements from MP DME.

• Official portal: https://dme.mponline.gov.in/
• Log in with: NEET roll number and password
• Check: Allotment result, exercise upgradation option, download admission slip
• For help: Contact MP DME helpline or visit official website
• Do not trust: Unofficial sources, social media, or unverified websites

Frequently asked questions

Mark these dates in your calendar now: allotment result on 24 August 2026; reporting between 25 August and 3 September 2026 (by 6:00 PM); and upgradation option deadline on 3 September 2026 at 11:55 PM. Check the official MP counselling portal (https://dme.mponline.gov.in/) on 24 August to see your allotment result. Prepare all your original documents immediately and plan your travel to your college. Remember: missing any deadline will result in loss of your seat. If you have any doubts, contact your allotted college or MP DME before the deadline — do not wait.