The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced revised dates for NEET-PG Round 2 counselling following the National Medical Commission's approval of additional postgraduate medical seats. This change affects the timeline for registration, choice filling, and seat allotment across all MD, MS, PG Diploma, and DNB broad-speciality programmes. If you are an MBBS graduate awaiting Round 2 allotment or considering participation, the new schedule requires immediate attention to avoid missing critical deadlines.
NEET-PG Round 2 registration closes on November 14, 2026 at 3 pm; choice filling ends November 15; final allotment results will be declared November 17, with reporting to colleges from November 18–24.
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Unlock My College ListWhy MCC Revised the Round 2 Schedule
The National Medical Commission approved the addition of new postgraduate medical seats to the Round 2 seat matrix. This expansion required MCC to adjust the counselling timeline to accommodate the updated seat inventory and ensure fair processing of all candidates' choices across the newly available positions.
The revision was formally communicated through an official notice issued by MCC under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Such schedule changes are common when seat numbers change mid-counselling, as the system must re-verify seat availability at each institution before processing allotments.
Key Dates You Must Know for Round 2 Registration and Choice Filling
Registration for Round 2 opened on November 7, 2026 at 1 pm and will close on November 14 at 3 pm. This is a hard deadline—candidates who do not register within this window cannot participate in Round 2. If you have already registered in Round 1 but wish to participate in Round 2, you must complete a fresh registration during this period.
Choice filling runs from November 10 at 1 pm through November 15 at 11:55 pm. You can edit or reset your choices until November 14 at 1 pm, giving you flexibility to refine your college and speciality preferences. Payment of the counselling fee must be completed by November 14 at 6 pm to finalize your participation.
- Registration window: November 7, 1 pm to November 14, 3 pm
- Choice filling: November 10, 1 pm to November 15, 11:55 pm
- Choice locking: November 14, 4 pm to November 15, 11:55 pm
- Payment deadline: November 14, 6 pm
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Allotment Results and Reporting Timeline
The provisional seat allotment result will be released on November 16, 2026. This is a preliminary list showing which candidates have been tentatively allotted seats based on their choices and merit rank. Review this result carefully to confirm your allotment and check for any errors.
The final Round 2 allotment result will be declared on November 17, 2026. Once the final result is published, candidates who have been allotted seats must report to their respective institutions between November 18 and November 24, 2026. Reporting involves document verification, fee payment at the college, and completion of admission formalities. Failure to report within this window may result in forfeiture of your allotted seat.
- Provisional result: November 16, 2026
- Final allotment result: November 17, 2026
- Reporting period: November 18–24, 2026
- MCC verification of joined candidates: November 25, 2026
What the New Seats Mean for Your Counselling Chances
The addition of new postgraduate medical seats increases the total number of positions available in Round 2 across MD, MS, PG Diploma, and DNB programmes. This expansion may improve your chances of securing an allotment, particularly if you were on the borderline in Round 1 or if your preferred specialities and colleges had limited availability.
However, the exact impact depends on which specialities and colleges received the new seats. If the additional seats are in high-demand branches like Radiology, Dermatology, or Ophthalmology, competition may remain intense. Conversely, if seats were added to less competitive specialities, your chances of allotment improve significantly. Review the updated seat matrix carefully once it is published to understand where the new positions are located.
Important: Resignation from Round 1 Without Forfeiture
If you secured a seat in Round 1 but wish to participate in Round 2 for a better option, you can resign from your Round 1 seat without forfeiting your security deposit. This resignation window closes on November 9, 2026 at 6 pm. After this deadline, any resignation will result in loss of your security deposit.
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This provision is crucial for candidates who received a Round 1 allotment in a less preferred college or speciality but believe they have a realistic chance of a better allotment in Round 2. However, weigh this decision carefully: if you resign and do not secure an allotment in Round 2, you will have no seat. Consult the updated seat matrix and your rank position before making this choice.
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How to Prepare for Round 2 Registration
Before November 7, gather all required documents: your NEET-PG admit card, result scorecard, identity proof, and any other credentials specified by MCC. Ensure your contact details (email and phone number) are current so you receive allotment notifications on time.
Review the updated seat matrix as soon as it is published. Identify colleges and specialities that match your rank and preferences. Create a prioritized list of choices, keeping in mind that your rank and category (General, OBC, SC, ST) determine your eligibility for each seat. If you are unsure about your rank position or eligibility, consult the official NEET-PG portal or contact MCC before registering.
- Gather all required documents and verify contact details
- Download and review the updated Round 2 seat matrix
- Identify eligible colleges and specialities based on your rank
- Create a prioritized choice list before registration opens
- Keep your payment method ready (debit/credit card or net banking)
What Happens If You Miss the Registration Deadline
If you do not register by November 14 at 3 pm, you cannot participate in Round 2. There is no grace period or late registration window. Once the deadline passes, your opportunity to compete for the newly added seats is lost.
If you miss the deadline due to technical issues, contact MCC immediately with evidence (screenshots, error messages). While MCC rarely extends deadlines, documenting the issue may help if you need to appeal or seek clarification. However, do not rely on this—plan to register well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute complications.
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
When does NEET-PG Round 2 registration close?
Registration for NEET-PG Round 2 closes on November 14, 2026 at 3 pm. The registration window opened on November 7 at 1 pm. You must complete registration within this timeframe to participate in Round 2.
What is the deadline for choice filling in Round 2?
Choice filling closes on November 15, 2026 at 11:55 pm. You can begin filling choices from November 10 at 1 pm. You can edit or reset your choices until November 14 at 1 pm, after which you can only lock your final choices.
When will the final Round 2 allotment result be declared?
The final Round 2 allotment result will be declared on November 17, 2026. A provisional result will be released on November 16 for your review. Once the final result is published, check your allotment status immediately.
What is the reporting deadline after Round 2 allotment?
Candidates allotted seats in Round 2 must report to their respective institutions between November 18 and November 24, 2026. Reporting involves document verification and completion of admission formalities. Failure to report within this window may result in forfeiture of your seat.
Can I resign from my Round 1 seat to participate in Round 2?
Yes, you can resign from your Round 1 seat without forfeiting your security deposit if you do so by November 9, 2026 at 6 pm. After this deadline, any resignation will result in loss of your security deposit. Weigh this decision carefully, as if you do not secure an allotment in Round 2, you will have no seat.
Why has MCC revised the Round 2 schedule?
The National Medical Commission approved the addition of new postgraduate medical seats to the Round 2 seat matrix. This expansion required MCC to adjust the counselling timeline to accommodate the updated seat inventory and ensure fair processing of all candidates' choices.
What should I do before registering for Round 2?
Gather all required documents (NEET-PG admit card, result scorecard, identity proof), verify your contact details, download the updated seat matrix, identify eligible colleges and specialities based on your rank, and create a prioritized choice list. Have your payment method ready before registration opens.
What happens if I miss the Round 2 registration deadline?
If you do not register by November 14 at 3 pm, you cannot participate in Round 2. There is no grace period or late registration window. Plan to register well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute complications.
Mark November 14 at 3 pm as your hard deadline for Round 2 registration. Review the updated seat matrix as soon as it is published, finalize your choice list, and register early to avoid technical delays. Stay alert for the provisional result on November 16 and the final allotment on November 17, then report to your allotted college by November 24.
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