NEET PG Counselling 2026 Updates: MCC Registration Expected October 12; Check Round 1 Schedule

NEET PG Counselling 2026: Round 1 Registration Alert and Latest Update

New Delhi: Medical graduates hoping to join postgraduate medical admissions should note that October 12 is a key date to register for NEET PG Counselling 2026. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), has issued the tentative schedule for NEET PG Counselling 2026, which shows that registration for the first round of counselling is due to commence on 12 October 2026. The counselling process covers postgraduate medical seats under the purview of MCC including 50% All India Quota (AIQ) seats and seats at participating central and deemed universities and other institutions under its jurisdiction.

A significant note to take into account is that MCC's PG Medical Counselling page currently shows that the seat matrix from the National Medical Commission (NMC) and the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) is awaited for commencement of counselling. It means that candidates should visit the portal to confirm availability of registration before assuming that it has opened.

NEET PG Counselling 2026: Round 1 Important Dates

Below are the tentative dates available on the published 2026 counselling schedule to be aware of. It is recommended to treat the dates as tentative and check for a revised notification from MCC:

The choice-filling window overlaps with the registration period, so it is good idea to start reviewing colleges and specialisations before the end of the registration window. It is always wise to find out the exact date and time for locking in choices and any changes to the tentative schedule.

Who Can Register for NEET PG Counselling 2026?

Candidates who have qualified the NEET PG 2026 examination and are eligible as per the prescribed eligibility criteria can apply for these counselling processes for the seats under MCC. The process involves candidate registration, payment of the applicable fee, choice filling and locking, seat allotment and reporting to the allotted institution.

State quota counselling is generally conducted by the respective state counselling authorities, so it is important to check the rules regarding individual counselling processes. Before applying, it is important to review the current information bulletin and instructions from MCC particularly related to eligibility, categories of seats, payment of fee and security deposits.

How to Register for MCC NEET PG Counselling 2026

Candidates should be able to follow the steps below to register on the portal after it becomes active:

• Visit the official MCC website.
• Click on the PG Medical Counselling section.
• Select the link for NEET PG 2026 registration.
• Fill in the requested details and complete the registration process.
• Pay the applicable counselling fee and security deposit.
• Save the confirmation and your registration details.
• Return to the portal during the choice filling window to select and prioritise colleges and courses.

Candidates should only use the official portal and retain details of any payments made and choices submitted.

Choice Filling and Seat Allotment: What Candidates Should Know

The choice-filling exercise is an important step to consider when registering for NEET PG Counselling 2026. Candidates should make sure they understand what colleges and courses they want before prioritising them as per the choice locking instructions. The process of seat allotment by MCC considers the rank of the candidate in the NEET PG, category, choices submitted and seat availability as per the eligibility and counselling rules.

Candidates should make sure the highest priority choice reflects their actual preference rather than a perceived likelihood of selection. After checking the official result, candidates should download their allotment letter and follow the reporting instructions, including the last date for reporting, along with the required original and duplicate documents.

Documents to Prepare Before Counselling

Candidates should prepare the following documents, subject to the instructions provided by the allotted college during the reporting period:

• NEET PG 2026 admit card and score/rank details
• MBBS degree or provisional certificate
• Internship completion certificate, where applicable
• Medical registration certificate
• Government-issued photo identity proof
• Relevant category/disability certificates, where applicable
• MCC registration and seat allotment documents

The list of documents can vary depending on the category and the institution, so it is always a good idea to review the instructions on the website of the allotted college before reporting.

Conclusion

The NEET PG Counselling 2026 tentative schedule shows that registration for Round 1 is due to open on 12 October 2026, but it is important to check the latest update from MCC about the pending seat matrix. Candidates should keep documents ready, review college preferences and check the portal to confirm before taking any action as per the tentative schedule date.

FAQs

1. When is NEET PG Counselling 2026 Round 1 registration scheduled to begin?

The schedule published by MCC shows that Round 1 registration commences on 12 October 2026. However, the PG counselling page states that the seat matrix from NMC and NBEMS is awaited, so it is a good idea to check for confirmation.

2. What is the last date for Round 1 registration?

The tentative schedule shows that Round 1 registration closes on 21 October 2026.

3. When will the Round 1 seat allotment result be announced?

The tentative date for the Round 1 seat allotment result is 24 October 2026.

4. Where can candidates register for NEET PG counselling?

Candidates should visit the official portal of MCC (mcc.nic.in).

5. Does MCC conduct every state-quota counselling process?

No, MCC generally conducts counselling for seats under its jurisdiction, and state authorities conduct counselling for state quota admissions.

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