NEET UG 2026 Round 2: 659 New MBBS, BDS & Nursing Seats Added

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released a list of 659 newly added seats for Round 2 of NEET UG 2026 counselling across MBBS, BDS, and B.Sc Nursing programmes. These seats have become available at government, deemed, and autonomous medical and dental colleges across multiple states and are now open for allocation in Round 2. This is a significant opportunity for candidates who did not secure a seat in Round 1 or who wish to upgrade to a better college or course. The newly added seats span various categories including General (OP), Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Class (BC), Economically Weaker Section (EW), and seats reserved for persons with disabilities (PH).

What Are These Newly Added Seats?

These 659 seats are additional capacity that has been made available by medical and dental colleges for Round 2 of NEET UG 2026 counselling. They were not part of the original seat matrix released before Round 1. Newly added seats typically arise when colleges increase their approved intake, when seats become vacant after Round 1 allotment, or when additional infrastructure is approved by the regulatory authority.

The newly added seats are spread across three courses: MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery), BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), and B.Sc Nursing (Bachelor of Science in Nursing). Each seat is tagged with a specific category (General, SC, ST, BC, EW, or PH) and a quota (All India, State, or Delhi NCR for nursing seats).

These seats will be filled through Round 2 counselling using the same merit-based process as Round 1. Candidates who are eligible and have not yet been allotted a seat, or who wish to participate in Round 2 for upgradation, can apply for these newly added seats.

Which Colleges Have New Seats?

New MBBS seats have been added at government and autonomous medical colleges in Arunachal Pradesh (Tomo Riba Institute of Health & Medical Sciences, Naharlagun), Assam (Bongaigaon Medical College), Uttar Pradesh (Autonomous State Medical College and Hospital, Lakhimpuri Kheri), and Uttarakhand (Graphic Era Institute of Medical Sciences, Dehradun). Additionally, deemed universities in Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and Uttarakhand have added self-financed merit seats.

New BDS seats are available at Government Dental College & Hospital, Ahmedabad (Gujarat) and Government Dental College, Thrissur (Kerala).

B.Sc Nursing seats have been added at two colleges in Delhi: College of Nursing Florence Nightingale (CON), New Delhi, and College of Nursing LHMC (Lady Hardinge Medical College), New Delhi. These nursing seats are available under both Delhi NCR quota and All India quota, and are reserved for female candidates only.

• Arunachal Pradesh: Tomo Riba Institute of Health & Medical Sciences, Naharlagun (MBBS)
• Assam: Bongaigaon Medical College (MBBS)
• Delhi: College of Nursing Florence Nightingale CON (B.Sc Nursing); College of Nursing LHMC (B.Sc Nursing)
• Gujarat: Government Dental College & Hospital, Ahmedabad (BDS)
• Kerala: Government Dental College, Thrissur (BDS)
• Puducherry: Aarupadai Veedu Medical College (MBBS – self-financed)
• Tamil Nadu: Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan Institute, Perambalur (MBBS – self-financed); J R Medical College, Villupuram (MBBS – self-financed); Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Dental Sciences (BDS – self-financed); Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Sciences, Maduranthagam (MBBS – self-financed)
• Uttar Pradesh: Autonomous State Medical College and Hospital, Lakhimpuri Kheri (MBBS)
• Uttarakhand: Graphic Era Institute of Medical Sciences, Dehradun (MBBS – NRI and self-financed seats)

How Many Seats Are Available by Category?

The 659 newly added seats are distributed across multiple categories to ensure representation of all eligible groups. The General (OP – Open) category has the largest share, followed by SC, ST, BC, EW, and PH (persons with disabilities) categories. Each college and course has a specific breakdown of seats by category.

For example, at Tomo Riba Institute in Arunachal Pradesh, 4 MBBS seats are available in the General category, 4 in BC, 2 in SC, 1 in ST, and 1 each in EW and PH categories. At Bongaigaon Medical College in Assam, the distribution is 6 General, 4 BC, 2 SC, 1 ST, and 2 EW seats.

B.Sc Nursing seats in Delhi are reserved for female candidates only and are distributed across Delhi NCR quota and All India quota. For instance, College of Nursing Florence Nightingale has 25 General seats under Delhi NCR quota (female only) and 4 General seats under All India quota (female only).

Quota Types: All India vs. State vs. Delhi NCR

The newly added seats are offered under different quota systems. Most MBBS and BDS seats are under the 'All India' quota, which means any NEET-qualified candidate from any state in India can apply for these seats, regardless of their domicile. This is the standard quota for government medical colleges under the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) system.

B.Sc Nursing seats in Delhi are offered under two quotas: 'Delhi NCR' quota (for candidates from Delhi and surrounding National Capital Region) and 'All India' quota (for candidates from anywhere in India). The Delhi NCR quota seats are typically filled first, and remaining seats may be filled from the All India pool.

Some seats at deemed universities are marked as 'Self-Financed Merit Seat' or 'Non-Resident Indian (NRI)' quota. Self-financed seats are offered at private deemed universities and may have different fee structures. NRI seats are reserved for candidates who are Non-Resident Indians or have NRI parents.

• All India Quota: Open to NEET-qualified candidates from any state; most government MBBS and BDS seats
• Delhi NCR Quota: For B.Sc Nursing seats in Delhi; candidates from Delhi and NCR region
• All India Quota (Nursing): For B.Sc Nursing seats; open to candidates from any state
• Self-Financed Merit Seat: At deemed universities; may have higher fees; open to all eligible candidates
• Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Quota: At deemed universities; for NRI candidates or those with NRI parents

Important: B.Sc Nursing Seats Are Female-Only

All B.Sc Nursing seats listed in the newly added seats are marked as 'Female Only'. This means only female candidates are eligible to apply for these nursing seats at College of Nursing Florence Nightingale and College of Nursing LHMC in Delhi. Male candidates cannot apply for these seats, even if they meet all other eligibility criteria.

This restriction is specific to these nursing colleges and does not apply to MBBS or BDS seats, which are open to both male and female candidates (marked as 'Both' in the seat matrix).

• B.Sc Nursing seats at Delhi colleges: Female candidates only
• MBBS and BDS seats: Open to both male and female candidates
• Verify your gender eligibility before applying for nursing seats

Seats Reserved for Persons with Disabilities (PH)

Several newly added seats are reserved for persons with disabilities (marked as 'PH' in the category column). These seats are available across multiple categories and colleges. For example, Tomo Riba Institute in Arunachal Pradesh has 1 PH seat in the General category and 1 PH seat in the SC category for MBBS. Bongaigaon Medical College in Assam does not have any PH seats in the newly added list.

To apply for a PH seat, a candidate must have a valid disability certificate issued by a competent medical authority as per the Persons with Disabilities Act, 1995. The disability must be recognized by the government, and the candidate must meet the minimum disability percentage as specified by the counselling authority.

PH seats are in addition to the general category seats and are not subtracted from the overall seat count. If a PH seat remains unfilled after the counselling process, it may be offered to a non-PH candidate in the same category.

• PH seats are reserved for persons with disabilities
• Valid disability certificate required to apply
• Disability must meet minimum percentage criteria set by authorities
• PH seats available across General, SC, ST, BC, and EW categories
• Unfilled PH seats may be offered to non-PH candidates

Category Definitions: SC, ST, BC, EW, and OP

The newly added seats are distributed across five main categories plus PH (disability) seats. Understanding these categories is crucial because your eligibility to apply depends on your category status.

OP (Open/General) seats are for candidates who do not belong to any reserved category. SC (Scheduled Caste) seats are reserved for candidates belonging to a Scheduled Caste as per the Constitution of India. ST (Scheduled Tribe) seats are reserved for candidates belonging to a Scheduled Tribe. BC (Other Backward Class) seats are reserved for candidates from socially and educationally backward classes. EW (Economically Weaker Section) seats are reserved for candidates from economically weaker sections, introduced to provide opportunities to economically disadvantaged candidates from all communities.

To apply under a reserved category, you must possess a valid category certificate issued by the competent authority of your state. The certificate must clearly mention your category (SC/ST/BC/EW) and must be issued on or after a specific date as per the counselling authority's guidelines. Applying with an invalid or expired certificate can lead to rejection of your application and cancellation of your seat.

• OP (Open): General category; no reservation; open to all eligible candidates
• SC (Scheduled Caste): Reserved for SC candidates; valid SC certificate required
• ST (Scheduled Tribe): Reserved for ST candidates; valid ST certificate required
• BC (Other Backward Class): Reserved for OBC/BC candidates; valid BC certificate required
• EW (Economically Weaker Section): Reserved for economically weaker candidates; valid EW certificate required
• PH (Persons with Disabilities): Reserved for candidates with disabilities; valid disability certificate required

How to Apply for Newly Added Seats in Round 2

To apply for the newly added seats in Round 2 counselling, you must first be registered on the MCC counselling portal (mcc.nic.in) with your NEET UG 2026 roll number and password. If you have already registered for Round 1, you can use the same login credentials. If you have not yet registered, you must complete the registration process before the Round 2 application window opens.

Once the Round 2 application window is open, log in to the portal and select your preferred colleges and courses from the newly added seats list. You can choose multiple options in order of preference. The counselling system will use your NEET rank and category to determine which seat you are eligible for. After you submit your choices, the system will process the allotment based on merit and availability.

Important: The exact dates for Round 2 application, choice filling, and allotment will be announced by MCC separately. Candidates must watch the official MCC website (mcc.nic.in) and their registered email/phone for announcements. Missing the application deadline will result in forfeiture of your chance to participate in Round 2.

• Register on MCC portal (mcc.nic.in) if not already done
• Wait for Round 2 application window to open (dates to be announced)
• Log in with your NEET roll number and password
• Select newly added seats in order of preference
• Submit your choices before the deadline
• Check allotment result on the portal on the announced date
• Report to your allotted college within the specified time

Documents You Must Have Ready

Before applying for Round 2 counselling, ensure you have all required documents ready. These documents will be needed both during the online application process and when you report to your allotted college. Missing or invalid documents can lead to rejection of your application or cancellation of your seat.

Essential documents include: (1) NEET UG 2026 admit card and score card; (2) 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates; (3) valid category certificate (SC/ST/BC/EW) if applicable, issued by the competent authority; (4) disability certificate if applying under PH category; (5) passport-size photographs (as per specifications); (6) identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, or passport); (7) address proof; (8) medical fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner; (9) character certificate from your school or college; (10) migration certificate if you studied outside your home state.

For B.Sc Nursing seats, additional documents may be required such as proof of female gender (if applying for female-only seats). For NRI seats, candidates must provide proof of NRI status or NRI parent status. For self-financed seats at deemed universities, additional documents related to fee payment and admission agreement may be required.

• NEET UG 2026 admit card and score card
• 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates
• Valid category certificate (SC/ST/BC/EW) if applicable
• Disability certificate (if applying under PH category)
• Passport-size photographs (4-6 copies)
• Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, or passport)
• Address proof (utility bill, rental agreement, etc.)
• Medical fitness certificate from registered doctor
• Character certificate from school/college
• Migration certificate (if applicable)
• Proof of NRI status (if applying for NRI seats)
• Fee payment proof (if applying for self-financed seats)

Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected

One of the most common mistakes is applying with an invalid or expired category certificate. If you are applying under SC, ST, BC, or EW category, your certificate must be issued by the competent authority of your state and must be valid as per the counselling authority's guidelines. Certificates issued before a certain date or from unauthorized sources will be rejected. Always verify the validity and authenticity of your certificate before submitting your application.

Another critical mistake is applying for B.Sc Nursing seats if you are a male candidate. These seats are explicitly marked as 'Female Only', and male candidates applying for these seats will have their applications rejected. Similarly, if you do not have a valid disability certificate, you cannot apply for PH (disability) seats. Applying without proper documentation will result in rejection.

Providing incorrect information in the application form is another common error. Ensure that your name, date of birth, NEET roll number, and other personal details match exactly with your NEET admit card and other official documents. Even a small discrepancy can lead to rejection. Additionally, missing the application deadline is a fatal mistake—the counselling portal will close at a specified time, and late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.

• ⚠️ Invalid or expired category certificate: Application will be rejected
• ⚠️ Male candidates applying for female-only B.Sc Nursing seats: Application will be rejected
• ⚠️ Applying for PH seats without valid disability certificate: Application will be rejected
• ⚠️ Incorrect personal information (name, DOB, NEET roll number): Application may be rejected
• ⚠️ Missing the application deadline: You will not be able to participate in Round 2
• ⚠️ Uploading wrong documents or unclear photographs: Application may be rejected
• ⚠️ Applying for seats you are not eligible for (e.g., All India quota if you don't meet criteria): Application may be rejected

What Happens After You Are Allotted a Seat?

Once the Round 2 allotment result is declared, your allotted seat will be displayed on the MCC portal. You will receive a notification via email and SMS (if you have registered your phone number). You must download and print your allotment letter from the portal.

After receiving your allotment, you must report to your allotted college within the specified time period (usually 3-5 days). You will need to submit all your original documents for verification, pay the admission fee, and complete the admission formalities. Failure to report within the deadline will result in forfeiture of your seat, and it will be offered to the next eligible candidate.

If you are not satisfied with your allotment and wish to participate in a subsequent round (if announced), you can choose to 'not report' and wait for the next round. However, this is a risky strategy because there is no guarantee that you will get a better seat in the next round. Consult with your parents and counsellor before making this decision.

• Check allotment result on MCC portal on the announced date
• Download and print your allotment letter
• Report to your allotted college within the specified deadline
• Submit original documents for verification
• Pay admission fee and complete admission formalities
• Obtain your admission confirmation letter
• Decide whether to participate in subsequent rounds (if any)

Frequently asked questions

The newly added 659 seats represent a significant opportunity for NEET UG 2026 candidates to secure admission in Round 2 counselling. Ensure you have all required documents ready, verify your category certificate validity, and watch the MCC website (mcc.nic.in) for the exact dates of Round 2 application, choice filling, and allotment. Do not miss the application deadline. If you have any doubts about your eligibility or the application process, contact the MCC helpline or your state counselling authority immediately.