NEET 2026 Counselling & Admission Guide
Complete guide to NEET 2026 counselling process — MCC All India Quota, State Quota, Deemed Universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, and AFMC admissions. Understand every round, document requirement, reservation policy, and seat allotment procedure.
NEET 2026 Counselling Overview
Conducting Body
Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)
Counselling Type
Online Centralized Counselling
Official Website
mcc.nic.in
Expected Start
July 2026 (After NEET Result)
All India Quota (AIQ)
15% of total seats in Govt. colleges
State Quota
85% of total seats in Govt. colleges
Deemed/Central Universities
100% seats through MCC
AIIMS/JIPMER Seats
100% through NEET AIQ counselling
How NEET Counselling Works — Step by Step
After NEET results are declared, the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts centralized online counselling for 15% All India Quota seats, all Deemed/Central University seats, and ESIC/AFMC seats. Simultaneously, state counselling authorities conduct counselling for 85% State Quota seats. Here is the step-by-step process:
Registration & Fee Payment
Register on mcc.nic.in portal. Pay non-refundable registration fee and refundable security deposit online.
Choice Filling & Locking
Select colleges and courses in order of preference. You can add, remove, or reorder choices until the deadline. Lock your choices before last date (auto-locked if not done manually).
Seat Allotment (Processing)
MCC processes allotment based on NEET rank, category, preferences, and seat availability using an algorithm.
Result & Reporting
Check allotment result on portal. Report to allotted college within the given timeframe with all original documents.
Join / Float / Resign
Join: Accept the seat and stay. Float: Keep the seat but participate in next round for upgradation. Resign: Give up the seat (security deposit may be forfeited in later rounds).
Counselling Rounds — Detailed Breakdown
First round of seat allotment based on NEET rank, preferences, and availability.
- Register on MCC portal and pay registration fee
- Fill choices (colleges and courses) in order of preference
- Choice locking (mandatory before deadline)
- Seat allotment result declared
- Report to allotted college with original documents
- Options: Join / Float (keep seat, wait for upgrade) / Resign
Second round for upgradation and filling remaining vacant seats.
- Fresh choice filling allowed (add/remove/reorder)
- Candidates who joined in Round 1 can participate for upgradation
- Seat allotment based on updated preferences
- Report to newly allotted college (if upgraded)
- Options: Join / Float / Resign
Third round conducted only if seats remain vacant after Round 2.
- Open for all eligible candidates
- Fresh registration may be allowed for new candidates
- Choice filling and seat allotment
- Mandatory reporting to allotted college
- No float option in Round 3 — must join or resign
For filling seats that remain vacant after all regular rounds. Conducted by MCC for AIQ and by states for state quota.
- Open to fresh candidates as well
- Limited college and course choices (only vacant seats)
- Seat allotment is final — no further upgradation
- Immediate reporting and document verification required
- Resignation after mop-up may result in forfeiture of security deposit
Final round to fill any remaining vacant seats directly at the college level.
- Conducted at individual college level
- Candidates must visit the college in person
- Admission on the spot based on NEET score and merit
- Very limited seats available
- No further rounds after this
Seat Quotas — AIQ, State, Deemed, AIIMS, JIPMER, AFMC
15% All India Quota (AIQ)
15% of total government medical college seats are reserved under AIQ. Counselling conducted by MCC. Students from any state can apply for AIQ seats in any state.
85% State Quota
85% of government medical college seats are filled through respective state counselling authorities. Only domicile/eligible candidates of that state can apply. Each state has its own counselling portal and timeline.
Deemed Universities (100% via MCC)
All seats in Deemed Universities are filled through MCC counselling. Higher fees compared to government colleges. Includes institutions like Manipal, SRM, Amrita, etc.
Central Universities (100% via MCC)
AIIMS, JIPMER, and other central institutions — all seats filled through NEET AIQ counselling by MCC. Previously had separate entrance exams, now unified under NEET.
AFMC Pune
Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) Pune admits students through NEET scores. Additional screening via interview and medical fitness. 130 MBBS seats (105 boys + 25 girls).
ESIC & Other Central Govt. Colleges
ESIC medical colleges and hospitals fill seats through MCC under AIQ counselling. Candidates need valid NEET score and must register on MCC portal.
Reservation Policy for NEET 2026 Counselling
The following reservation percentages apply for All India Quota (AIQ) seats as per the Government of India policy. State quota reservations may vary based on individual state government rules.
| Category | Reservation % | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 15% | As per Government of India reservation policy |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 7.5% | As per Government of India reservation policy |
| Other Backward Classes - Non Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL) | 27% | OBC certificate must be in central list for AIQ; state list for state quota |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% | Family income below Rs. 8 lakh per annum. Introduced in 2019. |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 5% | Horizontal reservation across all categories. Minimum 40% disability required. |
Note: PwBD reservation (5%) is horizontal — it is applied within each vertical category (General, SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS). For state quota, additional reservations may apply based on state policies (e.g., domicile-based, state OBC lists, etc.).
Courses Admitted Through NEET Counselling
| Course | Approx. Seats | Counselling Authority |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS | 1,00,000+ | MCC (AIQ) + State Counselling |
| BDS | 27,618 | MCC (AIQ) + State Counselling |
| BAMS (Ayurveda) | 52,720+ (AYUSH total) | AYUSH Counselling (Central + State) |
| BHMS (Homeopathy) | Included in AYUSH | AYUSH Counselling (Central + State) |
| BUMS (Unani) | Included in AYUSH | AYUSH Counselling (Central + State) |
| BSMS (Siddha) | Included in AYUSH | AYUSH Counselling (Central + State) |
| BVSc & AH | 603 | Veterinary Council of India + State |
| B.Sc Nursing | Varies by state | State-level counselling |
BAMS/BDS/BHMS Note: AYUSH courses (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS) are also filled through NEET scores. The AYUSH Admissions Central Counselling Committee (AACCC) conducts counselling for 15% AIQ AYUSH seats. Remaining 85% filled by respective state AYUSH counselling authorities.
Documents Required for NEET 2026 Counselling
Identity & Academic Documents
Category / Reservation Documents
Photographs & Other
Important: Always carry original documents along with 2-3 sets of photocopies. Some states require documents to be attested by a gazetted officer. Check your state counselling portal for the exact list — requirements may vary.
Counselling Fees & College Fee Structure
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| MCC Registration Fee (General) | Rs. 1,000 |
| MCC Registration Fee (SC/ST/PwBD) | Rs. 500 |
| Security Deposit (General/OBC/EWS) | Rs. 10,000 (refundable) |
| Security Deposit (SC/ST) | Rs. 5,000 (refundable) |
| Deemed University Tuition (approx.) | Rs. 10-25 lakh/year |
| Govt. College Tuition (approx.) | Rs. 10,000-50,000/year |
| Private College Tuition (approx.) | Rs. 5-20 lakh/year |
*Fee amounts are approximate and based on previous year data. Actual fees for 2026 will be notified by MCC and respective state authorities.
State Counselling Process Overview
For 85% State Quota seats, each state conducts its own counselling through designated authorities. The process is similar to MCC counselling but conducted at the state level. Here is the general workflow:
NEET Result Declaration
NTA declares NEET 2026 results and provides scorecards to all candidates.
State Registration
Register on respective state counselling portal (e.g., DME Maharashtra, KEA Karnataka, DGHS Delhi). Pay state counselling registration fee.
Document Verification
Upload or physically submit required documents including domicile proof, category certificates, and academic records.
Choice Filling
Fill preferred colleges and courses in order of priority on the state portal. Lock choices before the deadline.
Seat Allotment
State authority allots seats based on NEET rank, reservation, and preferences. Result published on portal.
Reporting & Admission
Report to allotted college within the specified timeframe with all original documents and fee payment.
Key State Counselling Authorities: DGHS (Delhi), DME (Maharashtra), KEA (Karnataka), TNMCC (Tamil Nadu), BFUHS (Punjab), MP Online (Madhya Pradesh), BCECE (Bihar), WBMCC (West Bengal), OJEE (Odisha), KNRUHS (Telangana).