| Updated On - Oct 12, 2026
The Medical Counselling Committee has opened NEET PG 2026 Round 1 registration on October 12 at mcc.nic.in. Candidates can apply till October 21 for 50 percent AIQ Deemed and Central University seats. Round 1 result is due on October 24.
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has opened the NEET PG 2026 Round 1 counselling registration at mcc.nic.in. The registration window stays open from October 12 to October 21, 2026. Candidates who qualified NEET PG 2026 can apply through this official portal.
MCC conducts counselling for the 50 percent All India Quota (AIQ) seats. It also handles Central Universities, Deemed Universities, ESIC and PG DNB admissions. Fee payment stays open until 3 PM on October 21.
NEET PG 2026 Counselling Round 1 Key Dates
Candidates must track the full Round 1 timeline carefully. Any delay beyond the deadline will lead to disqualification from the round.
| Event | Schedule |
|---|---|
| Registration and fee payment start | October 12, 2026 |
| Registration deadline | October 21, 2026 (12 noon) |
| Fee payment deadline | October 21, 2026 (3 PM) |
| Choice filling | October 13 to October 22, 2026 |
| Choice locking | October 21 (4 PM) to October 22 (10 AM) |
| Seat allotment processing | October 22 to October 23, 2026 |
| Round 1 seat allotment result | October 24, 2026 |
| Reporting at allotted college | October 26 to November 2, 2026 |
| Data verification by colleges | November 3, 2026 |
NEET PG 2026 Registration Fee and Security Deposit
The registration fee is non-refundable. The security deposit is refundable as per MCC rules. Charges differ by category and institute type.
| Category and Institute Type | Registration Fee | Security Deposit |
|---|---|---|
| AIQ, Central Universities, ESIC, DNB (General and EWS) | Rs 1,000 | Rs 25,000 |
| AIQ, Central Universities (SC, ST, OBC, PwD) | Rs 500 | Rs 10,000 |
| Deemed Universities (All Categories) | Rs 5,000 | Rs 2,00,000 |
How to Register for NEET PG 2026 Counselling?
Candidates must complete the online process in a few clear steps. Keep all documents and NEET PG login credentials ready before you begin.
- Visit the official MCC website at mcc.nic.in.
- Click on the PG Medical Counselling 2026 link on the homepage.
- Register using NEET PG 2026 roll number and personal details.
- Fill the application form with academic and category information.
- Pay the registration fee and security deposit through online modes.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for records.
Documents Required for NEET PG Counselling 2026
- NEET PG 2026 admit card and scorecard
- MBBS degree certificate and internship completion certificate
- Permanent registration from MCI or a state medical council
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Valid photo ID proof such as Aadhaar or PAN card
- Category or PwD certificate wherever applicable
Round 1 locks in the most competitive PG seats this cycle. Clinical branches often fill up in this round itself. Missing the October 21 window means waiting for Round 2. By then, many preferred specialties and colleges will be gone.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Log in to mcc.nic.in and finish registration by October 21.
- Pay the registration fee and refundable security deposit before 3 PM on October 21.
- Research college and specialty preferences before the choice filling window ends.
- Fill choices between October 13 and October 22 on the MCC portal.
- Lock choices before 10 AM on October 22 to secure your preferences.
- Download the Round 1 allotment letter on October 24 and plan reporting.
The Round 1 allotment result on October 24 will shape reporting plans. The MCC Round 2 counselling schedule is expected to follow soon.
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