The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) opened Round 2 registration for NEET-MDS 2026 counselling at mcc.nic.in on 15 September 2026. This round allots MDS (dental postgraduate) seats under the All India Quota and other MCC-conducted categories, and it follows the declaration of the Round 1 result. Anyone who wants a seat in this round must register afresh on the MCC portal, pay the required fees, and then fill and lock their choices within the Round 2 window set out in MCC's official schedule dated 10 September 2026.
What has MCC announced for NEET-MDS Round 2?
MCC has published a fresh NEET-MDS 2026 Round 2 schedule and reopened its portal for registration and payment. Round 2 is a separate application step, not a continuation of Round 1: fresh candidates can join, and Round 1 candidates who were not allotted a seat (or who chose not to report) can register and try again, subject to MCC's rules. The sequence is register and pay first, then fill and lock choices, then the seat-allotment result, and finally reporting at the allotted college. To be clear on scope, this is master's-level (MDS) dental postgraduate counselling within the broad NEET-PG family. It is not the super-speciality (NEET-SS) process for DM or MCh.
What are the key Round 2 dates?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Seat matrix / verification | 14 September 2026 |
| Registration and fee payment | 15-19 September 2026 |
| Choice filling and locking | 16-20 September 2026 |
| Round 2 seat-allotment result | 23 September 2026 |
| Reporting at allotted college | 24-30 September 2026 |
What should NEET-MDS candidates do next?
- Register and pay the Round 2 fee on mcc.nic.in within the registration window (15-19 September 2026); payment usually closes ahead of the final day's end, so do not leave it to the last hour.
- Build a wide, ranked choice list, ordering colleges and MDS courses by genuine preference, because seats are allotted strictly by NEET-MDS rank and your choice order.
- Lock your choices before the choice-filling window closes; choices that are filled but not locked may not be considered.
- Wait for the Round 2 seat-allotment result, then download your allotment letter if you are allotted a seat.
- Report and join at the allotted college within the reporting window to secure the seat, as missing this window can forfeit your allotment.
- Read the official MCC notice and FAQs in full before every step, since fees, rules and exact cut-off times are defined there.
When did NEET-MDS 2026 Round 2 registration begin?
MCC opened NEET-MDS 2026 Round 2 registration at mcc.nic.in on 15 September 2026, after the Round 1 result was declared.
Which seats does Round 2 cover?
Round 2 covers MDS (dental postgraduate) seats under the All India Quota and other MCC-conducted categories. Check the official schedule and seat matrix on mcc.nic.in for the exact categories and seat counts.
Do I need to register again for Round 2?
Yes. Round 2 has its own registration and payment step on mcc.nic.in, followed by fresh choice filling and locking, even if you took part in Round 1.
Is NEET-MDS the same as NEET super-speciality?
No. NEET-MDS is master's-level dental postgraduate counselling for MDS seats and sits within the broad NEET-PG scope. It is not the super-speciality (NEET-SS) counselling for DM or MCh.
Where can I check the official NEET-MDS Round 2 schedule?
The official schedule, dated 10 September 2026, and all notices are published on the MCC website, mcc.nic.in. Always confirm exact dates and cut-off times there before you act.
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