The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has opened registration for NEET PG 2026 Round 1 counselling as of October 12. All NEET PG-qualified doctors can now register online through mcc.nic.in to participate in the admission process for MD, MS, DNB and postgraduate diploma seats across central universities, deemed universities and ESIC institutes. This round covers 50% of All India Quota (AIQ) seats. Understanding the timeline and registration steps is critical—missing any deadline will exclude you from Round 1 allotment.
Register by October 21, fill your college choices by October 22, and expect your seat allotment result on October 24; reporting to your allotted institute runs October 26 to November 2.
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Registration and fee payment for NEET PG 2026 Round 1 must be completed by October 21, 2026. This is a hard deadline—applications submitted after 11:59 PM on that date will not be accepted. Many candidates miss this window due to last-minute delays or technical issues, so plan to submit at least 24 hours early.
Once you register and pay the counselling fee and security deposit, you will receive a confirmation page. Save this page and your login credentials; you will need them to access the choice-filling portal starting October 13.
How to Register for NEET PG Counselling 2026 Step by Step
Visit the official MCC website at mcc.nic.in and navigate to the PG Medical Counselling section. Look for the NEET PG 2026 counselling registration link under the Candidates Activity section and click on 'New Registration'.
Enter your personal details, NEET PG roll number, and other required information. Create a unique username and password for your login account. Complete the entire application form carefully, as errors may delay your admission later.
Upload all required documents (typically your NEET PG admit card, result, and identity proof). Pay the applicable counselling registration fee and security deposit through the online payment gateway. Review all information one final time before submitting the form. After submission, download and save your confirmation page for your records.
- Visit mcc.nic.in → PG Medical Counselling section
- Click 'New Registration' under Candidates Activity
- Enter personal and NEET PG details
- Create login credentials
- Upload required documents
- Pay registration fee and security deposit
- Submit and save confirmation page
NEET PG 2026 Round 1 Complete Timeline: What Happens When
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The entire Round 1 process spans from October 12 to November 3. Knowing each milestone helps you plan your choices and avoid missing critical deadlines.
After you register, the choice-filling window opens on October 13. You will have until October 22 to enter and lock your preferred colleges and courses. The MCC will then process seat allotments on October 22 and 23, with results announced on October 24. If you receive a seat, you must report to your allotted institute between October 26 and November 2. Finally, the MCC will verify joined candidate data on November 3.
- October 12–21: Registration and fee payment
- October 13–22: Choice filling and locking
- October 22–23: Seat allotment processing
- October 24: Round 1 allotment result declared
- October 26–November 2: Reporting to allotted institutes
- November 3: Verification of joined candidate data
What Seats Are Available in NEET PG 2026 Round 1?
Round 1 covers 50% of All India Quota (AIQ) seats in central universities, deemed universities and Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) institutes. These are the seats reserved for candidates from across India, as opposed to state-quota seats which are filled separately by state counselling authorities.
The counselling offers admissions to Doctor of Medicine (MD), Master of Surgery (MS), Diplomate of National Board (DNB) and postgraduate diploma programmes. The exact number of seats available in each specialty and institute will be displayed in the seat matrix, which you can review before filling your choices.
- 50% AIQ seats in central universities
- 50% AIQ seats in deemed universities
- 50% AIQ seats in ESIC institutes
- MD (Doctor of Medicine) courses
- MS (Master of Surgery) courses
- DNB (Diplomate of National Board) courses
- Postgraduate diploma programmes
How to Fill and Lock Your College and Course Choices
Choice filling opens on October 13 and closes on October 22. During this window, you will log into your MCC account and enter your preferred colleges and specialties in order of preference. The system allows you to rank as many colleges and courses as you wish—there is no limit. Rank them honestly according to your genuine preference, not based on what you think will be allotted.
After entering all your choices, you must 'lock' them by October 22. Once locked, you cannot modify your choices. The MCC algorithm will then match your preferences with available seats based on your NEET PG rank and the choices of all other candidates. Review your locked choices carefully before the deadline; any error will affect your allotment.
- Log in using your registration credentials
- Enter colleges and specialties in order of preference
- Rank as many options as you wish
- Review all choices carefully
- Lock your choices by October 22, 11:59 PM
- Do not modify after locking
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What Happens After Your Seat Is Allotted?
If you receive a seat in Round 1, the allotment result will be announced on October 24. You must then report to your allotted institute in person between October 26 and November 2 to complete admission formalities. Reporting includes document verification, fee payment, hostel registration (if applicable) and other institute-specific procedures. Failure to report within this window may result in forfeiture of your seat.
On November 3, the MCC will verify the data of all candidates who have joined their allotted institutes. This verification confirms your admission and updates the official records. If you do not report or if your documents are incomplete, you may lose your seat and will not be eligible for subsequent rounds.
- Check allotment result on October 24
- Report to allotted institute October 26–November 2
- Complete document verification
- Pay admission fees
- Register for hostel (if applicable)
- Attend institute orientation
- MCC verifies joined candidate data on November 3
Common Mistakes to Avoid During NEET PG Registration and Choice Filling
Many candidates rush through registration and enter incorrect personal details, leading to mismatches with their NEET PG result. Double-check your name, date of birth, NEET PG roll number and category before submitting. Any discrepancy will delay your admission or make you ineligible.
Another frequent error is not locking choices by the deadline. If you forget to lock, your choices will not be considered for allotment. Similarly, some candidates rank colleges unrealistically (e.g., ranking only top-tier institutes) and end up with no seat. Rank colleges based on your actual NEET PG rank and realistic chances of admission. Finally, do not miss the reporting deadline—even if you receive a seat, failure to report within the prescribed dates will forfeit it.
- Verify all personal details match your NEET PG result
- Confirm your NEET PG roll number and category
- Lock your choices before the deadline
- Rank colleges realistically based on your rank
- Do not rank only top-tier institutes
- Report to your allotted institute on time
- Bring all required documents to the institute
What If You Don't Get a Seat in Round 1?
If you are not allotted a seat in Round 1, you will be eligible for subsequent rounds (Round 2, Round 3, etc.). The MCC typically conducts multiple rounds to fill remaining seats. Between rounds, you may have the option to modify your choices if you wish. Keep monitoring the MCC website for announcements about the next round's schedule.
Additionally, state counselling authorities conduct separate counselling for state-quota seats. If you are a resident of a particular state, you may also participate in that state's PG counselling process. Some candidates secure seats through state counselling even if they do not get an AIQ seat in MCC counselling.
- Remain eligible for Round 2 and subsequent rounds
- Monitor MCC website for next round schedule
- Option to modify choices in later rounds
- Participate in state PG counselling if eligible
- State-quota seats may offer additional opportunities
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
When does NEET PG 2026 Round 1 registration close?
Registration and fee payment must be completed by October 21, 2026. This is a strict deadline; applications submitted after this date will not be accepted. Plan to submit at least 24 hours before the deadline to avoid technical issues.
How do I register for NEET PG 2026 counselling?
Visit mcc.nic.in, go to the PG Medical Counselling section, click 'New Registration' under Candidates Activity, enter your details and NEET PG information, create login credentials, upload required documents, pay the registration fee and security deposit, and submit the form. Save your confirmation page.
When can I fill my college and course choices?
Choice filling opens on October 13 and closes on October 22, 2026. You must enter your preferred colleges and specialties in order of preference and lock them by October 22. Once locked, you cannot modify your choices.
When will the NEET PG 2026 Round 1 seat allotment result be announced?
The Round 1 seat allotment result will be declared on October 24, 2026. You can check your allotment status by logging into your MCC account on that date.
What is the reporting deadline after receiving a seat?
If you receive a seat in Round 1, you must report to your allotted institute between October 26 and November 2, 2026. Failure to report within this window will result in forfeiture of your seat.
What seats are covered in NEET PG 2026 Round 1 counselling?
Round 1 covers 50% All India Quota (AIQ) seats in central universities, deemed universities and ESIC institutes. Admissions are offered for MD, MS, DNB and postgraduate diploma programmes.
What documents do I need to upload during registration?
You typically need to upload your NEET PG admit card, NEET PG result, and a valid identity proof (Aadhaar, passport, etc.). Check the MCC website for the complete list of required documents before registration.
What happens if I don't get a seat in Round 1?
If you are not allotted a seat in Round 1, you remain eligible for Round 2 and subsequent rounds. The MCC conducts multiple rounds to fill remaining seats. You may also participate in state PG counselling if you are a state resident.
Register immediately at mcc.nic.in to avoid last-minute delays; mark October 21 (registration deadline), October 22 (choice-locking deadline) and October 24 (result date) on your calendar. Monitor the MCC website closely for any updates or changes to the schedule.
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