The Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Uttarakhand Medical Education University (HNBUMU) has issued a notice on 07.09.2026 explaining how candidates who received a seat in Round-I of NEET UG 2026 Uttarakhand Centralized Counselling can surrender their allotted seat without losing their security deposit. This applies only to candidates who have completed the admission procedure at their allotted institute and selected either the FREEZE or FLOAT option during counselling. The surrender window is extremely tight — it closes at 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026, just two days after the notice was published. If you are an allottee considering this option, you must act immediately, as no surrenders will be accepted after the deadline.
If you were allotted a seat in Round-I NEET UG 2026 Uttarakhand counselling and want to surrender it without losing your security deposit, you must do so by 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026 — either in person at your institute (FREEZE option) or online via your login (FLOAT option).
What is this notice about?
This is an official notice from Uttarakhand's medical counselling authority (HNBUMU) that sets out the procedure and deadline for candidates who have been allotted a seat in Round-I of NEET UG 2026 counselling to surrender that seat. Seat surrender means you are giving up your allotted seat and withdrawing from admission at that institute.
The key benefit being offered is that if you surrender your seat within the deadline, you will get your security deposit (the money you paid to confirm your admission) back in full. If you do not surrender by the deadline and simply do not join, you will forfeit (lose) that deposit.
This notice is critical because the deadline is extremely short — just two days from the publication date. If you are thinking about surrendering, you need to understand the exact process for your option type (FREEZE or FLOAT) and act immediately.
Who is eligible to surrender their seat?
You can surrender your seat under this notice only if ALL of the following are true:
You were allotted a seat in Round-I of NEET UG 2026 Uttarakhand Centralized Counselling by the Board based on your merit and your choice preferences.
You have already completed the admission procedure at the institute where you were allotted a seat. This means you have reported to the institute, submitted your documents, and been formally admitted.
You selected either the FREEZE option or the FLOAT option during the counselling process. (These are two different choice-locking mechanisms in the counselling system; the surrender process differs for each.)
If you were allotted a seat but have not yet completed admission at the institute, or if you selected a different option, this notice may not apply to you. Check your counselling portal or contact HNBUMU directly to confirm your status.
- Allotted a seat in Round-I NEET UG 2026 Uttarakhand counselling
- Completed admission procedure at your allotted institute
- Selected FREEZE option OR FLOAT option during counselling
Understanding FREEZE vs. FLOAT options
During NEET UG counselling, candidates are asked to choose between two options: FREEZE and FLOAT. These determine how your seat behaves in future rounds and also affect how you surrender your seat now.
FREEZE option: If you selected FREEZE, your seat is locked at the institute you were allotted. You will not participate in any future counselling rounds. If you want to surrender this seat, you must do so in person by reporting to your allotted institute.
FLOAT option: If you selected FLOAT, your seat can move to a different institute in future rounds if you are eligible and if you participate. If you want to surrender this seat, you can do so online by logging into the counselling portal using your Login ID — you do not need to visit the institute in person.
It is crucial to know which option you selected, because the surrender process is different for each. Check your counselling confirmation letter or portal to confirm.
- FREEZE: Seat is locked; surrender in person at your institute
- FLOAT: Seat can move in future rounds; surrender online via portal
How to surrender if you selected FREEZE option
If you selected the FREEZE option during counselling, you must surrender your seat in person. This means you must physically go to the institute where you were allotted a seat and inform them that you wish to surrender.
You must complete this in-person surrender on or before 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026. After 5:00 PM on that date, no institute will accept a seat surrender from you, and you will forfeit your security deposit.
When you go to the institute, bring your admission documents and be prepared to sign a surrender form. The institute will process your surrender and initiate the refund of your security deposit. Ask for a receipt or confirmation letter stating that your seat has been surrendered and your deposit will be refunded.
Do not delay. The deadline is just two days away. If you are in a different city or state, you may need to arrange travel urgently or contact the institute to ask if they can accept a surrender via email or phone with scanned documents — but the notice specifies 'personally reporting', so in-person is the safest approach.
- Go in person to your allotted institute
- Report on or before 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026
- Bring admission documents
- Sign surrender form and obtain receipt
- No surrenders accepted after 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026
How to surrender if you selected FLOAT option
If you selected the FLOAT option during counselling, you can surrender your seat online without visiting the institute in person. This is more convenient if you are far away or unable to travel.
To surrender online, log into your counselling account using your Login ID (the username and password you used during counselling). Once logged in, navigate to the seat surrender section and select the option to surrender your allotted seat.
You must complete this online surrender on or before 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026. After 5:00 PM on that date, the online surrender portal will close, and you will not be able to surrender. Your security deposit will be forfeited if you do not surrender by the deadline.
Make sure you have your Login ID and password ready. If you have forgotten your password, use the 'Forgot Password' option on the portal to reset it. Do this immediately — do not wait until the last moment, as the portal may experience high traffic close to the deadline.
- Log into counselling portal with your Login ID
- Navigate to seat surrender section
- Select option to surrender your allotted seat
- Complete surrender on or before 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026
- Obtain online confirmation after successful surrender
The critical deadline: 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026
The absolute deadline for seat surrender is 5:00 PM (17:00 hours) on 09.09.2026. This is a hard cutoff — not a guideline. The notice explicitly states: 'No candidate will be permitted to surrender the seat allotted through Round-I of the counselling after 05:00 PM on 09.09.2026.'
This deadline applies to both FREEZE and FLOAT options. Whether you are surrendering in person or online, you must complete the process before 5:00 PM on that date.
After 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026, the surrender window closes permanently for Round-I. You will not be able to surrender your seat, and your security deposit will be forfeited. You will remain enrolled at your allotted institute unless you formally withdraw through a different process (which may involve losing your deposit).
The notice was published on 07.09.2026, giving candidates only two days to decide and act. If you are considering surrender, do not procrastinate. Decide today, and complete the process tomorrow or the day after — do not wait until 09.09.2026.
- Deadline: 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026 (two days from notice publication)
- No surrenders accepted after this time
- Applies to both FREEZE and FLOAT options
- Missing the deadline means forfeiture of security deposit
What happens to your security deposit after surrender?
If you surrender your seat by the deadline, the notice guarantees that you will get your security deposit back 'without forfeiture'. This means the full amount you paid to confirm your admission will be refunded to you.
The refund process typically takes 5–10 working days after your surrender is processed. The money will be credited back to the bank account or payment method you used to pay the deposit during counselling.
If you do not surrender by the deadline and simply do not join the institute, your security deposit will be forfeited (lost). You will not get it back. This is why it is critical to surrender formally if you have decided not to join.
Keep your surrender receipt or online confirmation. If the refund does not appear in your account within 10–15 days, contact HNBUMU or your institute with proof of surrender to follow up.
- Surrender by deadline = full security deposit refunded
- Refund typically credited within 5–10 working days
- No surrender by deadline = deposit forfeited
- Keep receipt/confirmation for follow-up if needed
Important: This is for Round-I only
This notice applies only to seats allotted in Round-I of NEET UG 2026 Uttarakhand counselling. If you are allotted a seat in Round-II or any subsequent round, different surrender procedures and deadlines will apply — watch for separate notices from HNBUMU.
If you surrender your Round-I seat by the deadline, you may be eligible to participate in Round-II counselling (if it is conducted) and be allotted a different seat. However, this is not guaranteed — it depends on the counselling schedule and your merit rank.
Do not assume that surrendering now means you will definitely get another seat in the next round. Surrender only if you are certain you do not want the seat you have been allotted, or if you have a strong reason to believe you will get a better seat in the next round.
- This notice applies to Round-I allotments only
- Different procedures will apply for Round-II and later rounds
- Surrendering does not guarantee a seat in the next round
- Surrender only if you are certain about your decision
Common mistakes that can cost you your deposit
Mistake 1: Missing the deadline. The most common error is waiting too long to decide. The deadline is 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026 — just two days away. If you miss it, you lose your deposit. Do not procrastinate.
Mistake 2: Using the wrong surrender method. If you selected FREEZE, you must surrender in person — online surrender will not work. If you selected FLOAT, you can surrender online, but if you go in person instead, make sure the institute processes it correctly. Check your option type before you act.
Mistake 3: Not obtaining proof of surrender. Whether you surrender in person or online, always get a receipt, confirmation letter, or screenshot of the online confirmation. Without proof, you may have difficulty claiming your refund if there is a dispute.
Mistake 4: Assuming you can surrender after the deadline. The notice is clear: no surrenders after 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026. There are no exceptions, no extensions, and no appeals. Once the deadline passes, your seat is locked and your deposit is forfeited.
Mistake 5: Surrendering without confirming your option type. If you are unsure whether you selected FREEZE or FLOAT, check your counselling portal or admission letter before you attempt to surrender. Using the wrong method could result in your surrender not being processed.
- Do not miss the 5:00 PM deadline on 09.09.2026
- Use the correct surrender method for your option type (FREEZE = in person, FLOAT = online)
- Always obtain proof of surrender (receipt or confirmation)
- No surrenders accepted after the deadline — no exceptions
- Confirm your option type before attempting to surrender
Where to get help and updates
The notice advises candidates to regularly visit the HNBUMU website (www.hnbumu.ac.in) for further updates and important information regarding counselling. This is the official source for any clarifications, schedule changes, or additional notices.
If you have questions about your specific seat, your option type, or the surrender process, contact your allotted institute directly. They can confirm whether you selected FREEZE or FLOAT and guide you through the in-person surrender process if needed.
If you have technical issues logging into the counselling portal to surrender online (FLOAT option), contact HNBUMU's technical support or the counselling board. Do not wait — contact them immediately so they can help you before the deadline.
Keep the contact details of your allotted institute and HNBUMU handy. The notice does not provide specific phone numbers or email addresses, so check the HNBUMU website for contact information.
- Visit www.hnbumu.ac.in for updates and clarifications
- Contact your allotted institute for seat and option details
- Contact HNBUMU technical support for portal login issues
- Act immediately — do not wait until the last day
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What does 'surrender' mean in the context of this notice?
Surrender means you are giving up your allotted seat and withdrawing from admission at that institute. If you surrender by the deadline (5:00 PM on 09.09.2026), you will get your security deposit back in full. If you do not surrender and simply do not join, you will lose your deposit.
I was allotted a seat in Round-I. Can I surrender it without losing my security deposit?
Yes, but only if you surrender by 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026. The notice explicitly states that candidates who surrender by this deadline will get their security deposit back without forfeiture. After 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026, no surrenders will be accepted and your deposit will be forfeited.
What is the difference between FREEZE and FLOAT options, and how does it affect surrender?
FREEZE means your seat is locked at your allotted institute and you will not participate in future rounds. To surrender a FREEZE seat, you must report in person to your institute by 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026. FLOAT means your seat can move to a different institute in future rounds. To surrender a FLOAT seat, you can log into the counselling portal using your Login ID and surrender online by 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026.
I selected FREEZE. How do I surrender my seat?
You must personally report to your allotted institute on or before 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026 and inform them that you wish to surrender your seat. Bring your admission documents, sign the surrender form, and obtain a receipt. After 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026, no in-person surrenders will be accepted.
I selected FLOAT. How do I surrender my seat?
Log into your counselling account using your Login ID, navigate to the seat surrender section, and select the option to surrender your allotted seat. You must complete this online surrender on or before 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026. After 5:00 PM, the portal will close and no online surrenders will be accepted.
What is the deadline for seat surrender, and what happens if I miss it?
The deadline is 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026. This is a hard cutoff for both FREEZE and FLOAT options. If you do not surrender by this time, you will not be able to surrender your seat, and your security deposit will be forfeited. There are no exceptions or extensions.
How long does it take to get my security deposit back after I surrender?
The notice does not specify an exact timeline, but typically security deposits are refunded within 5–10 working days after your surrender is processed. The money will be credited back to the bank account or payment method you used during counselling. Keep your surrender receipt and follow up with HNBUMU if the refund does not appear within 10–15 days.
If I surrender my Round-I seat, can I participate in Round-II counselling?
The notice does not explicitly address this, but typically if you surrender your Round-I seat by the deadline, you may be eligible to participate in Round-II counselling (if it is conducted) and be allotted a different seat. However, this is not guaranteed — it depends on the counselling schedule and your merit rank. Watch for Round-II notices from HNBUMU.
I forgot whether I selected FREEZE or FLOAT. How do I find out?
Check your counselling confirmation letter or log into the counselling portal using your Login ID. Your option type should be clearly stated. If you cannot find it, contact your allotted institute or HNBUMU directly. Do this immediately — do not wait, as the deadline is only two days away.
What if I have technical issues logging into the portal to surrender online (FLOAT option)?
Contact HNBUMU's technical support or the counselling board immediately. Do not wait — contact them as soon as possible so they can help you before the 5:00 PM deadline on 09.09.2026. The notice advises candidates to visit www.hnbumu.ac.in for contact details and support.
Is there any way to surrender after 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026?
No. The notice explicitly states: 'No candidate will be permitted to surrender the seat allotted through Round-I of the counselling after 05:00 PM on 09.09.2026.' There are no exceptions, no extensions, and no appeals. If you miss the deadline, you cannot surrender, and your security deposit will be forfeited.
What should I do if I have already completed admission but now want to withdraw?
If you have completed admission and want to withdraw, you must surrender your seat by 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026 using the method for your option type (FREEZE = in person, FLOAT = online). This is the formal process to withdraw without losing your security deposit. After the deadline, you will need to follow a different withdrawal process, which may result in forfeiture of your deposit.
If you were allotted a seat in Round-I NEET UG 2026 Uttarakhand counselling and have completed admission, you have until 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026 to surrender your seat without losing your security deposit. Confirm whether you selected FREEZE (surrender in person at your institute) or FLOAT (surrender online via portal login) and act immediately — the deadline is just two days away. After 5:00 PM on 09.09.2026, no surrenders will be accepted. For updates and support, visit www.hnbumu.ac.in or contact your allotted institute.
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