If you're a NEET UG 2026 qualifier hoping to study MBBS or BDS in Uttarakhand, the state's counselling process has just kicked off. The Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Uttarakhand Medical Education University (HNBUMU) opened Round 1 registration and choice filling on August 13, 2026, covering 85% state quota seats plus private medical and dental college seats across the state. This is the round with the widest seat availability in the entire cycle, so understanding the fees, login process, and deadlines now matters more than in any later round. Candidates need only their NEET roll number and date of birth to get started — but the financial commitment involved (a security deposit that runs into lakhs for some categories) means preparation should begin well before the window closes.
Round 1 of Uttarakhand's NEET UG 2026 state counselling has opened with the largest seat pool of the cycle — registering promptly and paying the required security deposit correctly is essential to stay in contention.
What HNBUMU Round 1 Covers
HNBUMU conducts admissions to MBBS and BDS seats under Uttarakhand's 85% state quota, along with seats in the state's private medical and dental colleges. This round is open only to candidates who have already qualified NEET UG 2026 — the counselling itself does not test anything further, it simply allocates seats based on NEET rank, category, and choices filled.
Because Round 1 typically has the most seats vacant across government and private institutes, aspirants who skip or delay this round often find themselves competing for a much smaller pool of leftover seats in Round 2, Mop-Up, or Stray Vacancy rounds later.
Registration and Fee Details
Candidates log in to the official counselling portal using their NEET roll number and date of birth, then complete their profile with personal, academic, and category information before uploading documents and paying the required fees online.
- Registration fee (non-refundable): Rs 6,500
- Security deposit (refundable, varies by category): Rs 1,00,000
- Login credentials required: NEET UG 2026 roll number and date of birth
- Rounds in this cycle: Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up, and Stray Vacancy
Step-by-Step: How to Register
The process follows a straightforward sequence, but each step should be completed carefully since choices, once locked, generally cannot be changed within the same round.
- Open the Round 1 registration link on the official counselling portal
- Log in with NEET roll number and date of birth
- Fill in personal, academic, and category details
- Upload required documents in the specified format and size
- Pay the registration fee and the security deposit online
- Fill and lock preferred college and course choices
- Submit the form and save the confirmation page
Why the Security Deposit Matters
Unlike the registration fee, the security deposit of roughly Rs 1,00,000 is refundable and its exact amount can vary by category (state quota, NRI, or other reserved categories). This deposit is a standard mechanism used by several state counselling authorities to discourage candidates from registering, getting allotted a seat, and then not reporting — a practice that otherwise wastes a seat that could have gone to someone else.
Families should treat this as a temporary but real financial commitment: the amount needs to be available and payable online during the registration window itself, not arranged later. Refund timelines and conditions (such as forfeiture on withdrawal after allotment) are typically specified by the university and should be read carefully before payment.
Where to Get Help
HNBUMU has set up separate helpline numbers for general queries, technical issues with the portal, and bank or payment-related problems, all available on working days between 10 AM and 5 PM. An email address is also available for candidates who cannot resolve issues over phone.
- General helpline: 8006516772
- Technical support: 7676593483
- Bank and payment queries: 8879769735
- Email: ukneetcounselling@gmail.com
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Who can register for Uttarakhand NEET UG 2026 Round 1 counselling?
Any candidate who has qualified NEET UG 2026 and wishes to compete for MBBS or BDS seats under Uttarakhand's 85% state quota or in the state's private medical/dental colleges can register, provided they meet the university's eligibility and domicile requirements.
What documents and details are needed to log in?
Candidates need their NEET UG 2026 roll number and date of birth to access the counselling portal, along with scanned copies of academic and category certificates for the profile section.
Is the registration fee refundable?
No. The Rs 6,500 registration fee is non-refundable. Only the security deposit (around Rs 1,00,000, varying by category) is refundable, subject to the university's conditions.
What happens if I miss Round 1?
You can still apply in Round 2, Mop-Up, or Stray Vacancy rounds, but the seat pool shrinks with each successive round as more seats get filled, especially in preferred government colleges.
Can I change my college choices after locking them?
Once choices are locked and the form is submitted for a round, they generally cannot be edited within that same round. Candidates should finalise their preference order carefully before locking.
Does this counselling include private college seats too?
Yes. HNBUMU's Round 1 counselling covers both the 85% state quota seats and seats in private medical and dental colleges across Uttarakhand.
Aspirants targeting a state quota MBBS or BDS seat in Uttarakhand should register without delay, keep all documents scanned and ready, and confirm the exact security deposit applicable to their category before payment. Watch the official portal closely for the Round 1 merit list, seat allotment result, and reporting deadline, as these will determine whether you need to prepare for Round 2 as well.
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