The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has begun the NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 2 process today, September 3, 2026. Registration and choice filling for All India Quota (AIQ), Deemed Universities, and Central Universities seats are now open on the official website mcc.nic.in.
This round presents another chance for the eligible candidates who have missed out on seats in Round 1, those candidates who have resigned from their seats in Round 1 or new candidates who qualify for the eligibility criteria for MBBS/BDS and other medical seats.
Key Dates for MCC NEET UG Round 2 Counselling 2026
- Registration and Fee Payment: September 3 to September 8, 2026 (up to 3:00 PM for registration; payment facility available till 6:00 PM on September 8)
- Choice Filling: September 3 to September 9, 2026 (up to 10:00 AM on September 9)
- Choice Locking: 4:00 PM on September 8 to 10:00 AM on September 9, 2026
- Seat Allotment Processing: September 9 to 10, 2026
- Seat Allotment Result: September 11, 2026
- Reporting / Joining: September 12 to 18, 2026
- Verification of Joined Candidates: September 19, 2026
The tentative seat matrix was made available around September 1–2 for candidates to review vacant seats before filling choices. Academic sessions for UG courses are expected to commence from mid-September 2026.
Who Can Participate?
Eligible candidates include those who qualified NEET UG 2026, candidates who did not get allotted in Round 1, those who opted for free exit or resigned from Round 1 seats (as per rules), and others meeting MCC eligibility norms for AIQ/Deemed/Central University seats.
How to Register and Fill Choices
- MCC Official Website: http://mcc.nic.in/
- Click on the UG Medical Counselling tab and then the Round 2 Registration button.
- Register yourself (either new registration or with previous login ID if any).
- Make payment of counselling registration fee and security deposit online.
- Select desired colleges and programs as per your preference ranking.
- Lock the choices within the stipulated time frame.
- Save the confirmation screen as a soft copy.
It is highly recommended that candidates should study the seat matrix, make the right choice, and lock their choices in time. Failure to lock the choices may render the choices invalid.
Important Notes
- Security deposit rules apply; it may be forfeited in case of withdrawal after allotment or providing incorrect information as per MCC guidelines.
- Candidates allotted seats must report to the allotted institute between September 12 and 18 with required original documents.
- State counselling authorities are running parallel processes with slightly different timelines in some states.
Candidates should rely only on the official MCC website (mcc.nic.in) for authentic updates, seat matrix, and the registration link. Keep checking regularly for any notifications regarding PwD assessment, NRI eligibility, or other category-specific instructions.
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When does the MCC NEET UG Round 2 registration process begin?
The registration and choice filling process of MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 2 began on September 3, 2026, and shall proceed according to the schedule notified.
What is the deadline for the Round 2 registration process?
The last date for registration and fee payment is September 8, 2026 (registration till 3:00 PM and fee payment facility available till 6:00 PM as per server time).
Up to what time can I fill and lock choices in Round 2?
Choice filling period is from September 3 to September 9, 2026 (till 10:00 AM). Choice locking period is from 4:00 PM on September 8 to 10:00 AM on September 9, 2026.
On which date is the Round 2 seat allotment result declared?
The MCC NEET UG Round 2 seat allotment result will be released on September 11, 2026.
Who is eligible to take part in Round 2 counselling?
Candidates who are qualified in NEET UG 2026, those who do not secure any seat in Round 1, those who resign or free exit from Round 1 seats, etc., are eligible.
Do I have to register again since I had registered in Round 1?
Yes, new registration and fee submission are required in Round 2. The candidates should refer to the guidelines on the MCC portal for their respective cases.
Where can I find the official site for Round 2 registration and choice filling?
All procedures must be done through the official website of MCC only: mcc.nic.in.
What would happen if I do not lock my choices?
Unlocked choices might not be taken into consideration for allotment of seats. The candidates should lock their choices during the designated locking period.
By when do I have to report if I get allotted a seat in Round 2?
If the candidate is allotted a seat, he/she must report to the allotted college and fulfill the joining procedures from September 12 to September 18, 2026.
Can I get the security deposit back if I do not get any seat?
Yes, security deposit is refundable in case of non-allotment of seat. However, there might be an exception depending on the circumstances.