MP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 Choice Filling Closing August 18th: Full Schedule, Step-by-Step Guide & More

The MP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 choice filling window will close tomorrow August 18th, 2026 at 11:59 PM. Eligible candidates can fill and lock their choices at dme.mponline.gov.in. Students must also pay a portal fee of Rs. 100 while filling their choices. Post choice filling, Round 1 seat allotment result will be announced on August 20th, 2026. This will be followed by reporting/resigning or upgrading till 27th August 2026.

This crucial phase follows the release of the provisional merit list on August 14, 2026, marking a significant step for thousands of NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates who completed their state counselling registration. The choice filling process is entirely online and candidates must ensure their preferences are locked to be considered for seat allotment.

MP NEET UG 2026 Counselling: Key Dates and Deadlines

The Department of Medical Education (DME) Madhya Pradesh has outlined a clear schedule for the MP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1. Candidates must adhere to these dates to ensure their participation in the admission process. The online registration window for the counselling concluded on August 13, 2026, setting the stage for the current choice filling phase.

Who’s Eligible for MP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 Choice Filling?

Candidates who have completed MP NEET UG 2026 counselling registration and are included in the provisional state merit list are eligible to participate in the Round 1 choice-filling process.

• NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates: Candidates must have qualified the NEET UG 2026 examination.
• Completed counselling registration: Candidates must have successfully registered for MP NEET UG 2026 counselling within the prescribed registration window.
• Listed in the merit list: Candidates whose names appear in the MP NEET UG 2026 provisional merit list can participate in Round 1 choice filling.

How to Fill and Lock Choices for MP NEET UG Counselling 2026

Candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026 and successfully completed their MP state counselling registration by August 13, 2026, are eligible to participate in the choice filling process. It is imperative to complete this step before the August 18 deadline, as unlocked choices will be auto-locked at the window’s close. A portal fee of Rs. 100 is required to finalize and lock the preferences.

1. Go to the official website, dme.mponline.gov.in.
2. Log in using your NEET UG 2026 roll number and password.
3. Select your preferred MBBS and BDS colleges and courses from the available options.
4. Arrange the selected colleges in your order of preference.
5. Review your choices carefully before proceeding.
6. Click on the ‘Proceed to Lock Choices’ button.
7. Pay the mandatory Rs. 100 portal fee to lock your preferences.
8. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

MP NEET UG 2026 Counselling: What Happens Next

Following the conclusion of the choice filling and locking window, the DME Madhya Pradesh will declare the Round 1 seat allotment results on August 20, 2026. Candidates will be able to check their allotment status on the official portal. Those who are allotted a seat must then report to their respective colleges between August 21 and August 27, 2026, by 6 PM.

During the reporting period, candidates must carry all original documents for verification. These documents include:

• NEET UG 2026 admit card
• NEET UG 2026 scorecard/result
• Class 10 mark sheet/certificate
• Class 12 mark sheet/certificate
• MP NEET UG 2026 counselling registration/application form
• Round 1 seat allotment letter
• Domicile certificate, if applicable
• Category/EWS certificate, if applicable
• Valid photo ID proof
• Passport-size photographs