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NEET PG 2026 exam is scheduled to be held on August 30, 2026, and the result is expected to be declared by September 30, 2026. NEET PG Counselling 2026 is expected to begin in the first week of October 2026 for admission to MD, MS, PG Diploma, DNB and NBEMS Diploma courses across India. The counselling process will be conducted through multiple rounds, including Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 and the Stray Vacancy Round, with the counselling process expected to continue till December 2026.
- There will be four stages in NEET PG counselling: Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round.
- The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) will conduct the counselling process for the 50% All India Quota (AIQ) seats, Central Universities, Deemed Universities, AFMS, ESIC, PGIMER, JIPMER, AIIMS, and universities established by an act of Parliament.
- The individual State Counselling Authorities are responsible for filling the remaining 50% State Quota seats in Government or Private Medical Institutions in the State Institutions (established by the State government) and Universities established by an Act of the State/ Union Territory Legislature, Society, Municipal Bodies Trust, Company, or Minority Institutions.
- Candidates must complete Choice filling and locking before every round of counselling. Under choice locking, the final list of preferred colleges and courses submitted by the candidate will be locked.
- The NEET PG rank, reservation category and policies, availability of seats, and preferences of the candidates are the factors that will govern seat allotment.
Table of Contents
- NEET PG Counselling 2026 Highlights
- NEET PG 2026 Counselling Dates
- Types of NEET PG Counselling 2026
- Eligibility Criteria for NEET PG Counselling 2026
- NEET PG Counselling 2026 Process
- Documents Required for NEET PG Counselling 2026
- NEET PG 2026 Reservation Criteria
- NEET PG 2026 Seat Matrix
- NEET PG Cutoff Score and Percentile 2026 (Expected)
- State-Wise NEET PG Counselling Fees 2026 (Expected)
- NEET PG Counselling 2026 FAQs
NEET PG Counselling 2026 Highlights
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) will conduct the NEET PG Counselling 2026. 50% of the seats will be allotted under All India Quota, while the admissions to state quota seats will be conducted by the respective state authorities.
NEET PG 2026 Counselling Dates
The official NEET PG Counselling 2026 dates are yet to be announced. The following schedule is tentative and based on the NEET PG 2025 counselling timeline.
| Counselling Round | Registration | Choice Filling | Seat Allotment | Reporting |
| Round 1 | 3rd week Oct – 1st week Nov 2026 | 3rd week Nov 2026 | 4th week Nov 2026 | 4th week Nov – 1st week Dec 2026 |
| Round 2 | 1st week Dec 2026 | 2nd week Dec 2026 | 3rd week Dec 2026 | 3rd week Dec 2026 |
| Round 3 | 4th week Jan 2027 | 4th week Jan – 1st week Feb 2027 | 1st week Feb 2027 | 1st – 2nd week Feb 2027 |
| Stray Vacancy Round | 3rd week Feb 2027 | 3rd week Feb 2027 | 3rd week Feb 2027 | 4th week Feb 2027 |
NEET PG Counselling 2026 is conducted through two major counselling channels: All India Quota (AIQ) Counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and State Quota Counselling conducted by the respective state counselling authorities.
| Type of Counselling | Counselling Authority | Seats/Institutions Covered |
| All India Quota (AIQ) Counselling | Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) | 50% AIQ seats of all states |
| Central Universities | MCC | 100% seats, including AIQ and Institutional Quota seats |
| ESIC Institutions | MCC | 50% AIQ PG seats of colleges under Employee State Insurance Corporation |
| Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) | MCC | All PG seats; MCC handles the registration part |
| Central Institutes | MCC | VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital, ABVIMS & RML Hospital, ESIC Institute, PGIMSR Basaidarapur, etc., as applicable |
| State Quota Counselling | Respective State Counselling Authorities | 50% State Quota seats in government and private medical colleges |
Eligibility Criteria for NEET PG Counselling 2026
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and the state authorities have laid down certain basic eligibility requirements to participate in NEET PG Counselling 2026. The requirements are slightly different for the All India Quota (AIQ), State Quota, and Deemed or Central Universities.
| Category | Eligibility |
| General Requirements |
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| 50% AIQ |
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| State Quota | Candidates must meet the domicile/residency requirements of the respective state |
| Deemed & Central Universities | No domicile restriction |
NEET PG Counselling 2026 Process
The NEET PG Counselling 2026 process includes registration, fee payment, choice filling, choice locking, seat allotment and reporting. Candidates must complete each stage within the specified deadline to participate in the counselling process.
| Counselling Stage | Process |
| Registration | Register online through the MCC counselling portal using NEET PG 2026 details and personal information. Upload the required documents and pay the counselling fee and security deposit. |
| Choice Filling | Select preferred colleges and courses such as MD, MS, DNB and PG Diploma based on eligibility, rank and preference. |
| Choice Locking | Review and lock the selected choices before the deadline. Choices cannot be changed after locking. |
| Seat Allotment | MCC allots seats based on NEET PG rank, category, seat availability, reservation rules and candidate preferences. |
| Reporting | Download the seat allotment letter and report to the allotted institute with the required original documents for verification and admission. |
Documents Required for NEET PG Counselling 2026
If you secure a seat in NEET PG Counselling 2026, you must visit the allotted college within the specified time with the documents specified by the MCC. First of all, download the seat allotment letter from the website. Carry all required original documents for seat allocation, verification, and admission confirmation. It is also important to keep a few photocopies along with the originals. Listed below are the required documents that you must carry to the allotted colleges:
NEET PG 2026 Reservation Criteria
The reservation policies for the State quota may vary for different states. If you are aiming for All India Quota seats, the following category-wise reservations will be applicable based on the Government of India norms:
NEET PG 2026 Seat Matrix (Expected)
In total, there are about 42,700+ seats available through NEET PG counselling.
- For government medical colleges, 50% seats are reserved under the All India Quota (AIQ) and filled by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). More than 21,000 seats are allotted to the 50% All India Quota.
- The remaining 50% State Quota seats are filled by the respective state counselling authorities. 21,000 seats or more are under the 50% State Quota as well.
- Deemed universities, central universities (like BHU, AMU), ESIC, and AFMS colleges are also part of the MCC counselling process and do not have domicile restrictions.
The breakdown of the 40,739 postgraduate medical seats (approx.) has been provided below:
State-Wise Seat Matrix for NEET PG Counselling 2026 (Expected)
The number of seats offered in NEET PG Counselling differs from one state to another. The list of states and the number of seats offered in those specific states through counselling has been mentioned below.
NEET PG Cutoff Score and Percentile 2026 (Expected)
You need to obtain more than or equal to the qualifying cutoffs released by MCC for the NEET PG 2026 exam to be considered eligible for NEET PG counselling sessions. The NEET PG 2026 cutoff is expected to be 50 percentile for the General/ UR and EWS categories, 45 percentile for PwD (General), and 40 percentile for OBC, SC & ST categories. Go through the table below to determine the minimum qualifying percentile for different categories.
State-Wise NEET PG Counselling Fees 2026 (Expected)
The counselling fees for NEET PG may change every year. Based on the NEET PG 2025 counselling fees, the state-wise expected fee structure for 2026 has been provided below.
Maharashtra NEET PG Counselling Fees 2026
Gujarat NEET PG Counselling Fees 2026
Andhra Pradesh NEET PG Counselling Fees 2026
UP NEET PG Counselling Fees 2026
Karnataka NEET PG Counselling Fee 2026
Madhya Pradesh NEET PG Counselling Fee 2026
Bihar NEET PG Counselling Fees 2026
NEET PG Counselling 2026 FAQs
When will NEET PG Counselling 2026 start?
NEET PG Counselling 2026 is expected to begin in October 2026. The official MCC counselling schedule is yet to be announced.
What are the NEET PG Counselling 2026 dates?
The official dates are yet to be released. As per the tentative schedule, Round 1 registration is expected from the third week of October to the first week of November 2026.
Who conducts NEET PG Counselling 2026?
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts counselling for 50% All India Quota (AIQ) seats and other institutions covered under MCC counselling. State counselling authorities conduct counselling for State Quota seats.
How to register for NEET PG Counselling 2026?
Candidates need to register online through the MCC counselling portal, enter their NEET PG 2026 and personal details, upload the required documents and pay the applicable counselling fee.
What is the NEET PG Counselling 2026 choice filling process?
After registration, candidates need to select and arrange their preferred colleges and courses, including MD, MS, DNB and PG Diploma programmes, according to their preference and eligibility.
Can I change my choices after locking them in NEET PG counselling?
No. Candidates should carefully review their choices before locking them, as changes cannot be made after the choices are locked.
How is seat allotment done in NEET PG Counselling 2026?
Seat allotment is based on factors such as NEET PG All India Rank, category, reservation rules, seat availability, speciality-wise vacancies and the candidate's choice preferences.
What is the difference between NEET PG AIQ and State Quota counselling?
MCC conducts counselling for 50% AIQ seats, while the respective state counselling authorities conduct counselling for State Quota seats in government and private medical colleges.
What documents are required for NEET PG Counselling 2026?
Candidates generally need the NEET PG 2026 Admit Card, result or rank letter, MBBS degree and marksheets, internship completion certificate, medical registration certificate, valid photo ID and applicable category certificates.
What is the eligibility for NEET PG Counselling 2026?
Candidates must qualify NEET PG 2026, hold a valid NMC-recognised MBBS degree, complete the one-year CRRI by September 30, 2026, and have permanent or provisional registration with the NMC or State Medical Council.
How many rounds are there in NEET PG Counselling 2026?
NEET PG Counselling 2026 is expected to include Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 and the Stray Vacancy Round.
Where can I check NEET PG Counselling 2026 updates?
Candidates should check the official MCC website for NEET PG counselling notifications, registration dates, choice filling, seat allotment results and other updates. MCC Official Website
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