NEET Counselling 2026 registration involves creating an official counselling account on the Medical Counselling Committee portal for all India quota (MCC, mcc.nic.in) which will give you access to register for national level (AIQ) and central institutes seats followed by uploading of documents, fees submission and preference entry for counselling rounds. Similarly, you can log in to your respective state’s authority’s portal to apply for state quota and private college seats.
Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has yet to announce the dates for NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration. However, the registration for the 15% All India Quota seats is expected to begin in the third week of July 2026 on the MCC UG Medical Counselling portal.
Clearing the NEET-UG 2026 exam is only half the battle won; the other half is to register for NEET Counselling 2026. The process of counselling registration is the first formal step in the entire medical/dental admission journey. Thus, it is of extreme importance that no detail, however small, is missed out during this process. The following information contains all the relevant details about NEET Counselling 2026 registration, from application creation to preference entry.
Who Needs to Register?
- Every NEET-UG 2026 (Re-NEET UG) qualified candidate wishing to seek an MBBS, BDS, or B.Sc. Nursing seat.
- Candidates targeting AIQ, Deemed University, AIIMS, JIPMER, BHU, or AMU seats must register separately on the MCC portal.
- Candidates targeting state government or private college seats must register on their home state’s (or the state they wish to apply in) counselling portal.
- Many candidates register on both MCC and their state portal simultaneously to maximise their options.
Step-by-Step NEET Counselling 2026 Registration Process
Step 1: Visit the Official Portal
Go to mcc.nic.in for AIQ/Central counselling, or your respective state counselling authority’s official website for state quota seats. Always double-check the URL to avoid fraudulent look-alike websites.
Step 2: Create Your Account
Register using the same mobile number and email ID you used during your original NEET-UG 2026 application on the NTA website. This ensures your NEET roll number and result data link correctly with your counselling profile.
Step 3: Fill in Personal & Academic Details
Enter your NEET-UG 2026 roll number, application number, category, PwBD status (if applicable), and other requested personal details exactly as they appear on your NEET documents.
Step 4: Upload Required Documents
Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, category certificate (if applicable), and any other document specified by the portal, in the exact file format and size mentioned in the instructions.
Step 5: Pay the Registration Fee
Pay the applicable non-refundable registration fee and refundable security deposit online through the payment gateway. Fees vary by quota and category, always verify the exact amount for your specific case before paying.
Step 6: Fill Your Choices
Once registered, proceed to choice filling, selecting and ranking your preferred colleges and courses.
Step 7: Lock Your Choices
Review your list carefully and lock it before the deadline. If you don’t lock manually, your last saved order is automatically locked when the window closes.
Step 8: Download Your Confirmation
After successful registration and payment, download and save your registration confirmation/receipt for future reference.
Documents Needed at the Registration Stage
- NEET-UG 2026 admit card and result
- A recent passport-size photograph (as per specified format)
- Scanned signature
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS), if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
NEET Counselling 2026 Registration Fee
| Quota | Category | Registration Fee | Security Deposit |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIQ/Central Institutes | UR/EWS | Rs.1,000 | Rs.10,000 |
| AIQ/Central Institutes | SC/ST/OBC/PwD | Rs.500 | Rs.5,000 |
| Deemed Universities | All | Rs.5,000 | Rs.2,00,000 |
| State Quota | Varies | As per state | As per state |
Common Mistakes During NEET Counselling 2026 Registration
- Using a different mobile number or email than the one linked to your NEET-UG application, causing data-matching issues.
- Uploading documents in the wrong format or exceeding the size limit, leading to rejected uploads.
- Entering category or PwBD details incorrectly, which can affect your eligibility for reserved seats later.
- Delaying registration until the last day and facing server slowdowns due to heavy traffic.
- Registering only with MCC and forgetting state counselling (or vice versa), missing out on additional seat options.
- Paying the fee through a bank account/card not in your own name, which can complicate refund of the security deposit later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is NEET Counselling 2026 registration compulsory even if I have a good rank?
A. Yes. Every candidate, regardless of rank, must complete registration separately to be considered for seat allotment; a good rank alone does not automatically allot a seat.
Q. Can I register for NEET Counselling 2026 after the registration date closes?
A. No, late registration is generally not accepted for a closed round. You would need to wait for the next round if fresh registration is permitted.
Q. Do I need to register separately for every round?
A. If you’re already registered and unallotted or seeking upgradation, you typically don’t need to register again but fresh candidates joining a later round do need to complete registration then.
Q. Can I edit my details after completing NEET Counselling 2026 registration?
A. Some details can be edited before choice locking, but core information like category may require supporting documentation to change; check the specific portal’s rules.
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