- MCC schedule sets State Quota Round 1 counselling from October 21 to November 2, while All India Quota Round 1 runs from October 12 to 24.
New Delhi, : State counselling for NEET PG 2026 began on October 21, according to the published schedule for postgraduate medical admissions. The first round of State Quota counselling is scheduled to continue until November 2, 2026, while the All India Quota (AIQ) Round 1 counselling window runs from October 12 to October 24.
The schedule outlines the counselling rounds, dates for sharing joined-candidate data and deadlines for candidates to report to their allotted institutions. It covers admissions under the All India Quota, Deemed and Central Universities, as well as State Quota seats.
NEET PG 2026 State Counselling: Round 1 Dates
According to the schedule, the first round of State Quota counselling will follow this timeline:
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State Quota Round 1 counselling: October 21 to November 2, 2026
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Sharing of joined-candidate data by state authorities: November 11, 2026
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Last date for joining after Round 1: November 10, 2026
Candidates should check their respective state counselling authority's website for registration instructions, choice filling, seat allotment and reporting requirements.
All India Quota Round 1 Counselling Schedule
For All India Quota, Deemed and Central University admissions, the first-round schedule is as follows:
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Round 1 counselling: October 12 to October 24, 2026
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Sharing of joined-candidate data by MCC: November 3, 2026
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Last date for joining after Round 1: November 2, 2026
The dates for counselling and reporting differ between the All India Quota and State Quota processes. Candidates should follow the schedule applicable to their admission category.
NEET PG 2026: Round-Wise Counselling Schedule
The published schedule lists the following dates for subsequent rounds.
Round 2
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All India Quota counselling: November 6–14, 2026
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State Quota counselling: November 14–23, 2026
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Last date for joining under All India Quota: November 23, 2026
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Last date for joining under State Quota: November 30, 2026
Round 3
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All India Quota counselling: November 26–December 4, 2026
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State Quota counselling: December 4–12, 2026
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Last date for joining under All India Quota: December 12, 2026
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Last date for joining under State Quota: December 18, 2026
Stray Vacancy Round
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All India Quota counselling: December 16–24, 2026
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State Quota counselling: December 22–25, 2026
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All India Quota allotment data to be shared by MCC: December 24, 2026
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Last date for joining: December 31, 2026
The schedule also lists November 20, 2026, as the commencement date for the academic session for postgraduate courses.
Important Instructions for Candidates
The schedule directs participating institutes and colleges to treat Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted holidays as working days to ensure adherence to the counselling timeline.
NEET PG candidates should monitor the relevant counselling authority's website for detailed instructions and any subsequent updates. The schedule provides the overall timeline; individual state authorities may publish separate notices covering their application procedures and other requirements.
Candidates are advised to complete all required counselling and admission formalities within the applicable deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When did NEET PG 2026 State Quota counselling begin?
State Quota Round 1 counselling began on October 21, 2026.
2. What is the last date for State Quota Round 1 counselling?
The scheduled window runs until November 2, 2026.
3. What is the last date to join after State Quota Round 1?
The schedule specifies November 10, 2026, as the last date for joining.
4. When does All India Quota Round 1 counselling end?
The All India Quota Round 1 counselling window is scheduled to end on October 24, 2026.
5. When will Round 2 State Quota counselling take place?
Round 2 State Quota counselling is scheduled for November 14–23, 2026.
6. When is Round 3 State Quota counselling scheduled?
Round 3 State Quota counselling is scheduled for December 4–12, 2026.
7. Will colleges remain open on weekends during counselling?
The published schedule directs participating institutes and colleges to treat Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted holidays as working days during the counselling process.
8. Where should candidates check state-specific counselling instructions?
Candidates should consult the official website of their respective state counselling authority for detailed procedures and updates.
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