The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially begun the NEET UG 2026 counselling process for admissions to MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing, and other undergraduate medical programmes under the All India Quota (AIQ) and participating institutions. Eligible candidates can now complete their online registration through the official MCC counselling portal starts august 5. 

The counselling process marks the next major stage for candidates who have qualified in NEET UG 2026. During this phase, applicants must register, pay the prescribed counselling fee, fill in their preferred colleges and courses, and participate in the seat allotment process according to the official schedule.

MCC has also issued updated counselling guidelines, including important instructions regarding document verification, choice filling, reporting to allotted colleges, and revised procedural rules. Candidates are advised to read the official information bulletin carefully before proceeding with registration.

Seats will be allotted based on NEET UG rank, candidate preferences, reservation policies, and seat availability. Applicants who receive a seat must complete document verification and report to the allotted institution within the stipulated timeline to confirm their admission.

Counselling Process

The admission process generally includes:

1. Online registration on the MCC portal.
2. Payment of counselling and security fees.
3. Choice filling and locking.
4. Seat allotment.
5. Document verification.
6. Reporting to the allotted college.
7. Participation in subsequent rounds, if eligible.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• NEET UG 2026 Scorecard
• NEET UG Admit Card
• Class 10 and Class 12 Certificates
• Identity Proof
• Passport-size Photographs
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)
• Other documents specified by MCC

Important Points for Candidates

Before registering, applicants should:

• Read the official counselling guidelines carefully.
• Verify eligibility for the All India Quota and participating institutions.
• Keep all required documents ready for verification.
• Carefully fill and lock their preferred college and course choices before the deadline.

Missing any counselling deadline may affect participation in the current admission round.

Why This Update Matters

The commencement of MCC counselling is a crucial milestone for medical aspirants seeking admission to undergraduate medical programmes across India. Timely registration, accurate choice filling, and proper document verification are essential for securing a preferred college and course.

Candidates should regularly monitor the official MCC website for seat allotment results, counselling schedules, and further admission announcements.

Key Highlights

• MCC has started NEET UG 2026 counselling registration.
• Eligible candidates can apply for MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing, and other undergraduate medical programmes.
• Admissions will be conducted based on NEET UG rank, candidate preferences, reservation policy, and seat availability.
• Candidates should complete registration, choice filling, and document verification within the prescribed timeline.
• Applicants are advised to regularly check the official MCC portal for counselling updates.