If you're a NEET UG 2026 qualifier hoping to study MBBS or BDS in a Rajasthan medical or dental college, a tight admission window has just opened. The state's NEET UG Medical and Dental Admission/Counselling Board has published the Round 1 schedule, covering registration, seat matrix, choice filling, merit list, and category verification for defence and NRI quota candidates. All of this is packed into roughly a nine-day span, which means there is very little room to delay paperwork or fee payment. Missing even one deadline in this cycle can push a candidate out of Round 1 consideration entirely.
Rajasthan NEET UG Round 1 registration, fee payment, and application submission must all be completed by 8 PM on August 17, so candidates should not wait until the last day to start.
What has been announced
The Rajasthan counselling board has released its Round 1 timeline for admissions to MBBS and BDS seats in the state for the 2026 session. Registration and fee submission opened on August 12, giving eligible NEET UG candidates the first opportunity to lock in their participation for this round.
A provisional seat matrix — the list of seats expected to be available across government and private medical and dental colleges in the state — was published on August 13. Candidates use this matrix as a reference while deciding which colleges and courses to list during choice filling.
Full Round 1 timeline at a glance
The schedule is dense, with several activities overlapping. Candidates should treat August 17 as the single most important date, since both fee payment and final application submission close on that day.
| Activity | Date/Time |
|---|---|
| Registration and fee submission opens | August 12, 2026 |
| Provisional seat matrix published | August 13, 2026 |
| Security deposit and choice filling window | August 14–20, 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | August 17, 2026, 4:00 PM |
| Last date to submit Part 1 and Part 2 of application | August 17, 2026, 8:00 PM |
| Provisional merit list released | August 18, 2026 |
| Defence/Para-Military and NRI category verification | August 19, 2026 |
| Revised merit list published | August 20, 2026 |
Registration steps candidates need to follow
The process requires candidates to complete two distinct parts of the application form, along with document upload and fee payment, before the portal closes. Skipping any part, or submitting incomplete documents, can result in the application not being considered for this round.
- Visit the official Rajasthan NEET UG counselling website and locate the registration link for the 2026 session.
- Register using your NEET UG roll number and basic personal details.
- Pay the prescribed application/registration fee before the August 17, 4 PM deadline.
- Complete both Part 1 and Part 2 of the online application form.
- Upload all required documents — identity proof, NEET UG scorecard, category and domicile certificates as applicable.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for your records.
Why the choice-filling window matters
Choice filling and security deposit submission run from August 14 to August 20, overlapping with registration, fee payment, and even the release of the provisional and revised merit lists. This means candidates who register early get more time to study the seat matrix, compare colleges and course preferences, and rank their choices carefully before the window closes.
Since the provisional merit list appears on August 18 — after the application deadline — candidates will fill their choices without knowing their exact rank position within the state list. This is normal in most state counselling processes and simply means preferences should be broad enough to cover a realistic range of ranks, not just the top few colleges.
What Defence, Para-Military and NRI quota candidates should note
Candidates applying under Defence/Para-Military or NRI (Non-Resident Indian) categories go through a separate verification step on August 19, after the provisional merit list is out. Only after this verification is completed does the board release the revised merit list on August 20, which reflects any corrections or category confirmations.
Candidates in these categories should keep all relevant certificates — such as service certificates for defence quota or NRI sponsorship documents — ready and correctly uploaded, since verification happens on a fixed single day with no stated buffer.
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Who can apply for Rajasthan NEET UG Round 1 counselling 2026?
Any candidate who has qualified NEET UG 2026 and wishes to seek admission to MBBS or BDS seats in Rajasthan's medical and dental colleges under the state counselling process can register, subject to meeting the eligibility criteria set by the state board.
What is the last date to complete registration for Round 1?
Fee payment closes at 4 PM on August 17, 2026, and the final application (both Part 1 and Part 2) must be submitted by 8 PM the same day.
When will the merit list be released?
The provisional merit list is scheduled for August 18, 2026. A revised merit list, incorporating any corrections after category verification, follows on August 20, 2026.
Can I fill choices before I see my rank in the merit list?
Yes. Choice filling opens on August 14, before the provisional merit list is released on August 18, so candidates should list a realistic spread of college and course preferences rather than relying on knowing their exact rank in advance.
What happens on the verification day for Defence and NRI quota candidates?
On August 19, 2026, candidates claiming Defence/Para-Military or NRI category benefits must get their documents verified. This step directly affects their place in the revised merit list released the next day.
What documents should I keep ready before registering?
Typically, candidates need their NEET UG scorecard, identity proof, category certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and any quota-specific documents such as defence service certificates or NRI sponsorship papers, all in the format specified by the counselling board.
With registration, fee payment, choice filling and merit list release all compressed into a single week, Rajasthan NEET UG aspirants should complete their application well before the August 17 deadline rather than waiting for the final hours. Keep checking the official counselling portal for the provisional and revised merit lists, and be ready to act quickly once seat allotment details follow in the subsequent rounds.
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