If you're a NEET UG 2026 candidate hoping to secure an MBBS or BDS seat in Uttar Pradesh, you have a bit more breathing room. The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh has extended the Round 1 counselling registration deadline from August 12 to August 14, 2026, at the official portal upneet.gov.in. This extension covers registration, document upload, and payment of fees for the state's 85% state-quota MBBS and BDS seats. For anyone who was rushing to arrange documents or fees, this is welcome relief — but the window is still short, so acting quickly matters.
UP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 registration, document upload and fee payment can now be completed till August 14, 2026, at upneet.gov.in — don't wait for a further extension.
What exactly changed
DGME Uttar Pradesh runs the state counselling process separately from the central MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) process. This state round covers the 85% state-quota seats in UP's government and private medical and dental colleges, allotted based on UP domicile rules.
The Round 1 registration window originally opened on August 7, 2026, at 12:00 PM, with an August 12 deadline. That deadline has now been pushed to August 14, 2026, giving candidates two more days to complete registration, upload their photograph, signature and thumb impression, and pay the required fees online.
Key dates and fees at a glance
Here's a quick summary of the essentials for Round 1 of UP NEET UG counselling 2026.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | DGME, Uttar Pradesh |
| Registration opened | August 7, 2026 (12:00 PM) |
| Revised last date | August 14, 2026 |
| Registration fee (non-refundable) | Rs 2,000 |
| Security deposit — government seats | Rs 30,000 (refundable) |
| Security deposit — private seats | Rs 2,00,000 (refundable) |
| Portal | upneet.gov.in |
| Helpline | 8189011696 to 8189011700 |
Who should register now
Only candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026, the national eligibility test conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), and who meet Uttar Pradesh's domicile criteria can register for this state counselling round. Round 1 is open to those seeking MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) or BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) seats in both government and private institutions in the state.
If you qualify NEET but are not a UP domicile, this particular counselling round is not for you — you would instead register under your own state's counselling authority or the central MCC process for all-India quota and central institutions.
Steps to register before August 14
The process itself is straightforward, but small errors in document upload are a common reason candidates get stuck close to a deadline. Follow these steps carefully:
- Go to upneet.gov.in and find the NEET UG 2026 counselling registration link.
- Create your account with accurate personal and academic details.
- Log in and upload your photograph, signature and thumb impression in the specified format.
- Pay the Rs 2,000 registration fee plus the applicable security deposit (Rs 30,000 for government seats, Rs 2,00,000 for private seats) online.
- Double-check every entry before final submission — corrections after submission can be difficult.
- Download and save the confirmation page; you will need it for future reference and grievance resolution.
Why this extension matters for your admission chances
Counselling deadlines in India's medical admission system are unforgiving once a round closes — candidates who miss registration typically cannot participate in that round's choice-filling and seat allotment, even if their NEET score would otherwise qualify them for a good seat. This two-day extension is a genuine second chance for anyone who was delayed by document issues, payment gateway problems, or simply cut it too close.
That said, an extension is not a guarantee of another one. Treat August 14 as a firm deadline. UP's counselling this year is expected to run across four to five rounds in total, so missing Round 1 doesn't end your chances entirely — but Round 1 typically has the widest spread of seats and colleges before vacancies get filled, so it's the round to prioritise.
What to prepare and watch next
Beyond registering, keep your documents organised for the next stages — choice filling and seat allotment — which will follow soon after registration closes.
Since this is a state counselling process, it runs on a schedule independent of MCC's all-India counselling, so track both portals if you're eligible for and interested in both options.
- Keep your NEET UG 2026 scorecard and admit card ready for verification.
- Have your fee amount (registration + security deposit) arranged in advance to avoid last-minute payment failures.
- Watch upneet.gov.in regularly for the choice-filling window and Round 1 seat allotment result dates.
- Retain your confirmation page and payment receipts safely until admission is finalised.
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What is the new deadline for UP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 registration?
The deadline has been extended to August 14, 2026, from the earlier date of August 12, 2026. This covers registration, document upload and fee payment at upneet.gov.in.
Who can apply in this UP counselling round?
Candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026 and meet Uttar Pradesh's domicile requirements can register for MBBS and BDS seats under the state's 85% quota in government and private colleges.
What fees do I need to pay during registration?
A non-refundable registration fee of Rs 2,000, plus a refundable security deposit — Rs 30,000 if you're seeking a government college seat, or Rs 2,00,000 if you're seeking a private college seat.
Is the security deposit returned?
Yes, the security deposit is refundable, unlike the Rs 2,000 registration fee, which is non-refundable regardless of the outcome of counselling.
How many rounds will UP NEET UG counselling 2026 have?
DGME Uttar Pradesh is expected to conduct counselling across four to five rounds this year, each involving registration, choice filling and seat allotment.
What if I miss the August 14 deadline?
You would likely be unable to participate in Round 1 seat allotment, but you may still get a chance in subsequent rounds depending on vacancies. It's best not to rely on this and to register well before the deadline.
Does this affect NEET counselling in other states?
No, this extension is specific to Uttar Pradesh's state counselling. Other states and the central MCC counselling process follow their own separate schedules.
If you're eligible for UP's state quota, don't leave registration for the last hour — complete it, upload your documents, and pay the fees well before August 14, 2026. Keep checking upneet.gov.in for the choice-filling schedule and Round 1 result dates that follow.
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