Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Uttarakhand Medical Education University (HNBUMU) has released the official schedule for Round 2 of Uttarakhand State Centralised Counselling for NEET UG 2026. This round is open to all NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates who meet NMC/DCI and Uttarakhand government eligibility norms. Round 2 includes new candidates registering for the first time, previously registered candidates seeking seat upgradation, and candidates who wish to withdraw from Round 1 without losing their security deposit. The registration and choice-filling window opens on 7 September 2026 and closes on 9 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. Results will be declared on 11 September, and the last date to join your allotted college is 18 September 2026.
Register and fill your choices online between 7–9 September 2026 (by 5 PM); results come on 11 September; you must join your allotted college by 18 September.
What is Round 2 Counselling and Who Can Apply?
Round 2 is the second phase of Uttarakhand's centralised counselling for MBBS and BDS seats. It is open to three groups of candidates: (1) new candidates who did not register in Round 1, (2) previously registered candidates from Round 1 who wish to upgrade their seat, and (3) candidates who were admitted in Round 1 but now wish to withdraw and participate in Round 2 without losing their security deposit.
To be eligible, you must have qualified NEET UG 2026 and meet all eligibility criteria set by the National Medical Commission (NMC), Dental Council of India (DCI), and the Government of Uttarakhand. The notice does not specify the exact eligibility criteria in detail, so you should check the full information bulletin on the HNBUMU website (www.hnbumu.ac.in) for complete details on age, educational qualifications, and category-specific requirements.
- New candidates registering for the first time
- Previously registered candidates seeking seat upgradation
- Round 1 admitted candidates withdrawing without forfeiture of security deposit
- Must have qualified NEET UG 2026
- Must meet NMC/DCI and Uttarakhand government norms
Important Dates: Registration, Choice Filling, and Joining
The entire Round 2 process follows a strict timeline. You have only three days to complete registration, form filling, and choice filling. After that, the counselling board will process your data, declare results, and give you a final deadline to join your allotted college. Missing any deadline can result in loss of your seat.
All times are given as server time, so ensure your system clock is accurate. The 5:00 PM deadline on 9 September is firm — submissions after this time will not be accepted.
| Activity | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Online registration, fee payment, form filling, choice filling and locking (New candidates) | 7–9 September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM, server time) |
| Online re-registration, form filling, choice filling and locking (Previously registered candidates & candidates opting for seat upgradation without payment of registration/security fee — Float candidates only) | 7–9 September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM, server time) |
| Online choice filling and locking (Newly registered and re-registered candidates of Round 2 only) | 7–9 September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM, server time) |
| Last date to surrender/withdraw/resign from Round 1 admitted seat (without forfeiture of security deposit) | 9 September 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Data processing | 10 September 2026 |
| Declaration of result (allotment list) | 11 September 2026 |
| Last date to join your allotted college | 18 September 2026 |
Registration Fee and Payment Method
All candidates — whether new, previously registered, or seeking upgradation — must pay an online registration fee and security amount. The notice does not specify the exact amount of the fee or security deposit, so you must check the full information bulletin or the counselling portal for these details.
Payment must be made online only, using Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking. No other payment method (cash, cheque, demand draft) is accepted. Ensure you have a valid card or net banking access before the registration window closes on 9 September at 5:00 PM.
Important: Float candidates (previously registered candidates seeking seat upgradation) do NOT need to pay the registration or security fee again — they can re-register and fill choices without additional payment.
- Payment method: Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking only
- No cash, cheque, or other payment methods accepted
- Float candidates (seat upgradation) do not pay registration/security fee again
- Exact fee amount: check the full information bulletin on www.hnbumu.ac.in
How to Register and Fill Your Choices: Step-by-Step
The registration and choice-filling process happens entirely online on the HNBUMU counselling portal. The notice outlines three distinct pathways depending on your status.
If you are a NEW candidate: You must complete online registration, pay the registration fee and security amount, fill your form, select your college and course choices, and lock your choices — all between 7 and 9 September by 5:00 PM.
If you are a PREVIOUSLY REGISTERED candidate or seeking SEAT UPGRADATION: You can re-register, fill your form, select your choices, and lock them without paying the fee again (if you are a Float candidate). This also happens between 7 and 9 September by 5:00 PM.
If you were ADMITTED IN ROUND 1 but wish to WITHDRAW: You have until 9 September at 5:00 PM to formally surrender or resign from your Round 1 seat without losing your security deposit. The detailed procedure for this has been uploaded separately on the university website — check the link provided in the notes section.
After you lock your choices, you cannot change them. The counselling board will then process all data on 10 September and declare the allotment result on 11 September. Once you receive your allotment, you must join the college by 18 September.
- Log in to the HNBUMU counselling portal
- Complete registration (new candidates only) and pay fees online
- Fill your personal and academic form
- Select your preferred colleges and courses in order of preference
- Lock your choices before 5:00 PM on 9 September
- Do not attempt to change choices after locking
- Check the allotment result on 11 September
- Join your allotted college by 18 September
Withdrawing from Round 1 Without Losing Your Security Deposit
If you were admitted to a college in Round 1 but now wish to participate in Round 2 for a better seat, you can withdraw from your Round 1 seat without forfeiting your security deposit. This is a key feature of Round 2 — it allows you to try for upgradation without financial penalty.
The last date to formally surrender, withdraw, or resign from your Round 1 seat is 9 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. After this deadline, you will be considered locked into your Round 1 seat and cannot participate in Round 2.
The detailed procedure for withdrawal has been uploaded as a separate document on the HNBUMU website. You must follow this procedure exactly to ensure your withdrawal is processed correctly and your security deposit is returned. Check the university website for the link to this procedure before 9 September.
- Last date to withdraw from Round 1 seat: 9 September 2026, 5:00 PM
- Withdrawal does not result in forfeiture of security deposit
- Detailed withdrawal procedure available on HNBUMU website
- Follow the procedure exactly to ensure correct processing
- After withdrawal, you can participate in Round 2
What Happens After You Lock Your Choices?
Once you lock your choices on or before 9 September at 5:00 PM, you cannot make any changes. The counselling board will then process all registrations and choices on 10 September. This is an automated process that matches your preferences with available seats based on your NEET rank, category, and the merit order.
On 11 September, the allotment result will be declared. You will be able to see which college and course you have been allotted. If you are satisfied with the allotment, you must join the college by 18 September 2026. If you do not join by this date, your seat will be cancelled and offered to the next candidate.
The notice does not specify what happens if you are not allotted a seat in Round 2 or if you wish to decline your allotment. Check the full information bulletin for details on Round 3 and Stray Vacancy counselling, which will be announced separately.
- Data processing: 10 September 2026
- Allotment result declared: 11 September 2026
- Last date to join college: 18 September 2026
- Non-joining after 18 September results in seat cancellation
- Round 3 and Stray Vacancy counselling schedule to be announced separately
Important Notes: Updates, Changes, and Website Monitoring
The counselling schedule and procedure are subject to change based on directions from the Government of India, Medical Counselling Committee, NMC, DCI, and the Government of Uttarakhand. The counselling board reserves the right to modify any part of this schedule.
The latest information, updates, and any changes will be uploaded on the HNBUMU website (www.hnbumu.ac.in). These updates will supersede any information in the information bulletin. No separate notification will be sent to candidates by email or post — it is your responsibility to check the website regularly.
You are strongly advised to visit the university website daily from now until the end of Round 2 to stay informed of any changes, clarifications, or additional instructions. Missing an update could result in missing a deadline or misunderstanding a requirement.
- Check www.hnbumu.ac.in regularly for updates
- Latest website updates override the information bulletin
- No separate email or postal notifications will be sent
- Schedule may change based on government directions
- Counselling board reserves right to modify dates and procedures
- Visit website daily during registration and choice-filling period
Round 3 and Stray Vacancy Counselling
If seats remain unfilled after Round 2, or if candidates do not join their allotted colleges, additional counselling rounds may be conducted. These are called Round 3 and Stray Vacancy counselling.
The schedule and procedure for Round 3 and Stray Vacancy counselling will be uploaded separately on the HNBUMU website. Keep checking the website for announcements about these rounds if you are not allotted a seat in Round 2 or if you wish to participate in further counselling.
- Round 3 and Stray Vacancy counselling may be conducted if seats remain
- Schedule and procedure to be announced separately
- Check website for announcements
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Missing the 5:00 PM deadline on 9 September is the most common mistake. The portal will close automatically at this time — late submissions will not be accepted. Set a reminder at least 30 minutes before the deadline to ensure you have time to complete and lock your choices.
Failing to lock your choices is another critical error. Simply filling your form and selecting colleges is not enough — you must explicitly lock your choices before the deadline. If you do not lock, your choices will not be saved.
Choosing colleges without researching them is a mistake many candidates make. Before filling your choices, research the colleges, their location, infrastructure, and reputation. Once you lock your choices, you cannot change them, so choose carefully.
Not checking the website for updates is a trap. The counselling board may announce changes, clarifications, or additional instructions at any time. If you miss an update, you could miss a deadline or misunderstand a requirement.
If you were admitted in Round 1 and wish to participate in Round 2, forgetting to formally withdraw from your Round 1 seat by 9 September will lock you into that seat and prevent you from participating in Round 2. Do not assume withdrawal is automatic — you must actively withdraw.
- Do not miss the 5:00 PM deadline on 9 September
- Explicitly lock your choices — do not assume they are saved
- Research colleges before filling choices
- Check the website daily for updates and changes
- If withdrawing from Round 1, formally complete the withdrawal process by 9 September
- Ensure your payment is successful before closing the browser
- Use a stable internet connection to avoid disconnection during registration
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Who is eligible to participate in Round 2 counselling?
You are eligible if you have qualified NEET UG 2026 and meet all eligibility criteria set by NMC, DCI, and the Government of Uttarakhand. Round 2 is open to three groups: (1) new candidates registering for the first time, (2) previously registered candidates seeking seat upgradation, and (3) candidates admitted in Round 1 who wish to withdraw and try for a better seat. Check the full information bulletin on www.hnbumu.ac.in for complete eligibility details.
When does Round 2 registration open and close?
Online registration, form filling, and choice filling open on 7 September 2026 and close on 9 September 2026 at 5:00 PM (server time). All activities — registration, payment, form filling, choice selection, and choice locking — must be completed within this window. After 5:00 PM on 9 September, the portal will close and no further submissions will be accepted.
How much is the registration fee and security deposit?
The notice does not specify the exact amount of the registration fee or security deposit. You must check the full information bulletin or the counselling portal for these details. Payment must be made online using Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking only. Previously registered candidates seeking seat upgradation (Float candidates) do not need to pay the fee again.
Can I change my choices after locking them?
No. Once you lock your choices before 5:00 PM on 9 September, you cannot change them. The choices are final and will be used for allotment. Therefore, research colleges carefully and think through your preferences before locking.
I was admitted in Round 1 but want to try for a better seat in Round 2. What do I do?
You must formally withdraw from your Round 1 seat by 9 September 2026 at 5:00 PM without forfeiting your security deposit. The detailed withdrawal procedure has been uploaded separately on the HNBUMU website — follow it exactly. After withdrawal, you can register and participate in Round 2. If you do not withdraw by the deadline, you will remain locked into your Round 1 seat and cannot participate in Round 2.
When will the allotment result be declared?
The allotment result will be declared on 11 September 2026. Data processing happens on 10 September. You will be able to check which college and course you have been allotted on the counselling portal on 11 September.
What is the last date to join my allotted college?
The last date to join your allotted college is 18 September 2026. If you do not join by this date, your seat will be cancelled and offered to the next candidate. Ensure you complete all joining formalities (document verification, fee payment, hostel registration, etc.) by this deadline.
What happens if I am not allotted a seat in Round 2?
The notice does not specify what happens if you are not allotted a seat in Round 2. However, it mentions that Round 3 and Stray Vacancy counselling may be conducted if seats remain unfilled. The schedule and procedure for these rounds will be announced separately on the HNBUMU website. Check the website regularly for announcements.
Can I pay the registration fee using cash or cheque?
No. Payment must be made online only, using Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking. No other payment method (cash, cheque, demand draft) is accepted. Ensure you have a valid card or net banking access before the registration window closes.
Will the counselling schedule change?
Yes, the schedule may change based on directions from the Government of India, Medical Counselling Committee, NMC, DCI, and the Government of Uttarakhand. Any updates will be uploaded on the HNBUMU website (www.hnbumu.ac.in) and will supersede the information in this bulletin. No separate notifications will be sent — you must check the website regularly.
What if I miss the 5:00 PM deadline on 9 September?
If you miss the deadline, you will not be able to register or fill choices for Round 2. The portal will close automatically at 5:00 PM and late submissions will not be accepted. Set a reminder well in advance to ensure you complete all steps before the deadline.
Do Float candidates (seeking seat upgradation) need to pay the registration fee again?
No. Float candidates — previously registered candidates opting for seat upgradation — do not need to pay the registration fee or security deposit again. They can re-register and fill choices without additional payment. However, they must still complete the re-registration and choice-filling process between 7 and 9 September by 5:00 PM.
Register online between 7 and 9 September 2026 by 5:00 PM on the HNBUMU counselling portal (www.hnbumu.ac.in). Fill your form, select your college and course preferences carefully, and lock your choices before the deadline. If you were admitted in Round 1 and wish to participate in Round 2, formally withdraw from your Round 1 seat by 9 September without losing your security deposit. Check the allotment result on 11 September and join your allotted college by 18 September. Visit the HNBUMU website daily for any updates or changes to the schedule.
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