If you received a seat in NEET UG 2026 Round 1 counselling but want to explore better options in Round 2, the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has made it easier to step back. The online seat resignation window is now live on mcc.nic.in and closes on September 2, 2026. Unlike previous years, you no longer need to visit your allotted college in person—the entire process happens digitally. However, there are strict rules about how to resign correctly, and missing the deadline or skipping a step could lock you out of Round 2. Here's what you need to know.
Resign your Round 1 NEET UG seat online by September 2, 2026, through mcc.nic.in to stay eligible for Round 2 counselling; failure to follow the correct online process will make your resignation invalid.
When Did Round 1 Allotment Happen and What Are the Key Dates?
The MCC declared Round 1 final seat allotment results on August 24, 2026. Candidates were then given a window from August 25 to September 2, 2026, to report to their allotted colleges. The same September 2 deadline applies to the online seat resignation facility—this is a hard cutoff, and no extensions are expected.
- Round 1 final allotment: August 24, 2026
- Reporting period to college: August 25–September 2, 2026
- Online resignation window: Open until September 2, 2026
- Round 2 schedule: To be announced by MCC
Who Can Use the Online Resignation Facility?
The resignation facility is open to all candidates who received a seat in Round 1, whether it was a fresh allotment or an upgraded seat from a previous round. If you were not allotted a seat in Round 1, you do not need to submit a resignation. Importantly, even if you have already reported to your college and begun the admission process, you can still use the online facility to withdraw—but your resignation must be processed through your allotted institute to be valid.
- Freshly allotted Round 1 candidates
- Upgraded candidates from Round 1
- Candidates who have already reported to college
- Covers government colleges, Central institutes, Deemed Universities, AFMS, AIIMS, and JIPMER seats
How to Resign Your Seat Online: Step-by-Step Process
The MCC has made the resignation process entirely digital. You must log in to your candidate account on mcc.nic.in using your NEET UG 2026 roll number and password. Once logged in, navigate to the resignation tab in your dashboard, select the Round 1 seat you wish to surrender, and confirm your request. The critical next step is that your allotted college must then generate the resignation letter online through the MCC portal. You will receive a confirmation slip with a reference number—save this for your records.
- Visit mcc.nic.in and log in with your NEET UG roll number and password
- Click on the UG Medical Counselling link on the homepage
- Open the online resignation tab in your candidate dashboard
- Select the Round 1 seat you wish to surrender
- Confirm and submit your resignation request
- Wait for your allotted college to generate the resignation letter online
- Download and save the confirmation slip and reference number
What Happens If You Don't Follow the Online Process Correctly?
MCC has been explicit: the resignation letter must be generated online by your allotted college. If this step is skipped or if you attempt to resign in any other way, your resignation will be treated as null and void. This means you will be considered admitted in Round 1 and may be barred from participating in Round 2 counselling. Additionally, MCC's security deposit and forfeiture rules will apply. Candidates at Deemed Universities risk losing the full security deposit upon resignation, while government college candidates may receive their deposit back after following the prescribed process. The exact conditions are detailed in the MCC NEET UG 2026 counselling handbook.
- Resignation must be generated online by the allotted college—no offline or in-person resignations accepted
- Failure to complete the online process = resignation treated as invalid
- You will be locked into Round 1 and may not be allowed to participate in Round 2
- Security deposit forfeiture rules apply (full loss for Deemed Universities; partial/full return for government colleges, subject to rules)
Resignation vs. Upgradation: Which Option Should You Choose?
After Round 1 allotment, you have two distinct paths. Seat resignation means you surrender your allotted seat entirely and become eligible to register afresh for Round 2 counselling, subject to MCC rules. Upgradation, by contrast, allows you to keep your current seat while seeking a better allotment in Round 2—if you are upgraded, you move to the new seat; if not, you retain your Round 1 seat. Both options are available through the MCC portal until September 2, 2026. Your choice depends on your confidence in securing a better seat in Round 2 and your willingness to risk losing your current seat if upgradation does not happen.
- Resignation: Surrender your seat and register fresh for Round 2; no guarantee of a seat in Round 2
- Upgradation: Keep your Round 1 seat and try for a better one in Round 2; if upgraded, you move; if not, you stay in Round 1
- Both options close on September 2, 2026
- Choose based on your confidence in Round 2 prospects and risk tolerance
What to Do After You Resign: Your Action Plan
If you decide to resign, follow this sequence to avoid mistakes. First, log in to mcc.nic.in well before the September 2 deadline—do not wait until the last day. Take a final decision on whether to keep your seat or resign. Submit your online resignation request through your candidate login. Then follow up with your allotted college to ensure they generate the resignation letter online. Save your confirmation slip and note the reference number for future reference. Once Round 2 counselling is announced, register afresh on the MCC portal when the notification is released. Keep monitoring mcc.nic.in for the Round 2 schedule and seat matrix.
- Log in to mcc.nic.in early—do not wait until September 2
- Make a final decision on resignation vs. keeping your seat
- Submit your online resignation request
- Follow up with your allotted college to generate the resignation letter
- Save confirmation slip and reference number
- Register afresh for Round 2 once the notification is released
- Monitor mcc.nic.in for Round 2 schedule and seat matrix
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What is the last date to resign my NEET UG 2026 Round 1 seat?
The online seat resignation window closes on September 2, 2026. This is a hard deadline; no extensions are expected. You must complete the entire process—including the college's generation of the resignation letter—by this date.
Can I resign my seat without visiting the college in person?
Yes. The entire resignation process is now online through mcc.nic.in. You log in, submit your resignation request, and your allotted college generates the resignation letter online. You do not need to visit the college in person, though the college must complete their part of the process for your resignation to be valid.
What happens if I resign but the college does not generate the resignation letter online?
If the resignation letter is not generated online by your allotted college, your resignation will be treated as null and void. You will be considered admitted in Round 1 and may not be allowed to participate in Round 2 counselling. Always follow up with your college to confirm they have generated the letter.
If I resign, will I lose my security deposit?
It depends on the type of college. Candidates at Deemed Universities risk losing the full security deposit upon resignation. Government college candidates may receive their deposit back after following the prescribed process. Check the MCC NEET UG 2026 counselling handbook for exact conditions.
Can I resign even if I have already reported to my college?
Yes, you can resign even after reporting to your college. Use the same online facility on mcc.nic.in to withdraw. However, your resignation must be routed through your allotted institute for it to be considered valid.
What is the difference between resigning and opting for upgradation?
Resignation means you surrender your seat and become eligible to register fresh for Round 2, with no guarantee of a seat. Upgradation means you keep your Round 1 seat while seeking a better allotment in Round 2; if upgraded, you move to the new seat; if not, you stay in Round 1. Both options close on September 2, 2026.
When will Round 2 counselling begin after I resign?
The MCC has not yet announced the Round 2 schedule. Monitor mcc.nic.in for the official notification, which will include the registration date, seat matrix, and allotment timeline.
Which colleges and seats are covered by the online resignation facility?
The facility covers seats in government colleges, Central institutes, Deemed Universities, AFMS, AIIMS, and JIPMER allotted during Round 1.
If you are considering resigning your Round 1 seat to pursue a better option in Round 2, act now: log in to mcc.nic.in, submit your resignation, and ensure your college generates the letter online before September 2, 2026. Missing this deadline or skipping the online process will lock you into Round 1 and bar you from Round 2. Watch mcc.nic.in closely for the Round 2 announcement once the resignation window closes.
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