NEET UG 2026 Counselling Round 1 Begins: Registration, Choice Filling & Important Dates

Published: August 4, 2026

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially announced the NEET UG 2026 Counselling Round 1 schedule for admission to MBBS, BDS, and B.Sc. Nursing courses under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ), AIIMS, JIPMER, Central Universities, and other participating institutions. Eligible candidates can complete their registration through the official MCC counselling portal starting August 5, 2026.

Students who have qualified for NEET UG 2026 are advised to complete their registration, carefully fill in their preferred colleges and courses, lock their choices before the deadline, and keep all required documents ready for verification.

NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Important Dates

Candidates should regularly check the official MCC counselling portal for any updates or changes to the schedule.

Who Can Participate?

Candidates are eligible for Round 1 counselling if they:

• Qualified NEET UG 2026.
• Meet the eligibility criteria prescribed by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
• Wish to apply for 15% All India Quota seats, AIIMS, JIPMER, Central Universities, Deemed Universities, ESIC institutions, AFMC, and other participating institutes.

Students seeking admission through the 85% State Quota must register separately with their respective state counselling authorities.

Registration Process

Candidates should follow these steps:

1. Visit the official MCC counselling portal.
2. Complete online registration using NEET UG credentials.
3. Pay the counselling registration fee.
4. Upload the required documents.
5. Fill and arrange college and course preferences.
6. Lock the choices before the deadline.
7. Download the confirmation page for future reference.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• NEET UG 2026 Admit Card
• NEET UG 2026 Scorecard
• Class 10 Certificate
• Class 12 Marksheet and Passing Certificate
• Identity Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
• Passport-size Photographs
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile Certificate (for applicable admissions)

Choice Filling Tips

Students are advised to:

• Fill as many college preferences as possible.
• Arrange choices according to their priority.
• Research previous years' cut-offs before locking choices.
• Avoid waiting until the last day to complete the process.
• Verify every detail before final submission.

New Counselling Features in 2026

This year's counselling process includes several procedural improvements designed to make admissions more transparent and efficient. Candidates should carefully read the latest MCC Information Bulletin before completing registration to understand updated rules related to seat allotment, upgrades, reporting, and document verification.

AdmissionWala Expert Advice

AdmissionWala recommends that students complete registration as early as possible instead of waiting for the final day. Carefully review your college preferences, verify every document, and keep checking the official counselling portal for announcements regarding seat allotment and reporting schedules.

Our counselling experts will continue to publish the latest updates, expected cut-offs, college-wise analysis, and admission guidance to help students make informed decisions during the NEET UG 2026 counselling process.

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