AYUSH NEET 2026 Round 1 Choice Filling Ongoing; Apply by September 13 at aaccc.gov.in

The Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC) commenced the AYUSH NEET 2026 Round 1 Choice Filling and Counselling process on September 9, 2026, at its official website, aaccc.gov.in. Candidates seeking admission to undergraduate BAMS, BSMS, BUMS, BHMS, and B.Pharm-ITRA courses under the All India Quota (AIQ) seats must complete their choices by September 13, 2026.

This crucial phase allows eligible candidates, who have qualified NEET UG 2026 and are included in the All India Merit List, to select their preferred institutions and courses. The online registration for Round 1 began on August 31, 2026, with the fee payment window remaining open until 5 PM on September 13, 2026, marking a critical deadline for aspirants.

AYUSH NEET UG 2026 Round 1: Key Dates and Deadlines

The AYUSH Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC) has outlined a detailed schedule for the NEET UG 2026 Round 1 counselling. Candidates must adhere to these timelines to ensure their participation in the seat allotment process. The choice filling, which was initially postponed, officially began at 9:00 PM on September 10, 2026, and will conclude at 11:55 PM on September 13, 2026.

The registration window for Round 1, which opened on August 31, 2026, will close at 2:00 PM server time on September 13, 2026. Following the choice locking period, the Round 1 seat allotment results are scheduled to be declared on September 16, 2026. Successful candidates will then proceed with college reporting from September 17 to September 23, 2026.

AYUSH NEET UG 2026 Counselling Process: What Happens Next?

Following the conclusion of Round 1, the AACCC has already released the schedule for subsequent counselling rounds for AYUSH NEET UG 2026. Registration for Round 2 of the AYUSH NEET UG 2026 Counselling is slated to commence on September 26, 2026. This provides another opportunity for candidates who could not secure a seat in the first off round or wish to upgrade their choices.

Further into the counselling cycle, the online choice filling for the Mop-Up (Stray Vacancy) Round will begin on November 3, 2026. The results for this final round, which aims to fill any remaining vacant seats, are expected to be declared on November 12, 2026. This detailed schedule ensures that all eligible candidates have multiple chances to secure admission into their desired AYUSH courses.

Eligibility and Mandatory Documents for AYUSH NEET 2026 Counselling

Admission to AYUSH undergraduate courses is strictly based on the NEET (UG) 2026 All India Rank (AIR), as the NEET 2026 results were released in June 2026. Candidates must have qualified NEET UG 2026 and be included in the All India Merit List to be eligible for the AACCC counselling. The AACCC conducts online counselling for 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats across various AYUSH disciplines, including Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy.

For the counselling and admission process, candidates are required to present a thorough set of documents. It is mandatory to carry at least two sets of self-attested photocopies of every document along with the originals for verification. The essential documents include:

• NEET UG 2026 Admit Card
• NEET UG 2026 Score Card/Rank Letter
• AACCC Provisional Allotment Letter
• Class 10 Marksheet and Certificate
• Class 12 Marksheet and Certificate
• Photo ID (Aadhaar Card, Passport, Driving License, PAN Card)
• Medical Fitness Certificate
• Transfer Certificate
• Character Certificate
• Eight passport-size photographs
• Anti-Ragging Affidavit

For candidates applying under AIQ seats, the OBC-NCL certificate must be in the central government format and issued within the last 12 months. In addition, candidates with a gap year after Class 12 are required to submit a notarised self-declaration affidavit explaining the reason for the gap, as per the guidelines provided by the Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee.

How to Complete AYUSH NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Choice Filling

Candidates participating in the AYUSH NEET UG 2026 Round 1 counselling must follow a specific online procedure to fill and lock their choices. The process is crucial for securing admission to the desired undergraduate courses under the All India Quota. The steps for online registration and choice filling are available on the official AACCC website, aaccc.gov.in.

1. Go to the official website of the Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC), aaccc.gov.in.
2. Click on the ‘UG Counseling’ tab on the homepage.
3. Locate and click on the link for ‘Online Registration for AYUSH NEET UG 2026 Counselling Round 1’.
4. Log in using your NEET UG 2026 roll number and other required credentials.
5. Proceed to the ‘Choice Filling’ section and select your preferred AYUSH colleges and courses in order of priority.
6. Review your filled choices carefully before locking them. Once locked, choices cannot be modified.
7. Submit the choices and take a printout of the filled choices for future reference.

Written by Simran

Simran is currently working as a Senior Content Writer at Findmycollege , where she creates engaging and research-driven learning resources for students. She has completed her Graduation in Journalism from Delhi University. With 4 years of experience in the EdTech industry, she has previously contributed to leading platforms like Leverage Edu and Aakash. Her expertise lies in simplifying Engineering and Medical entrance exam content to guide aspirants in their preparation journey. Beyond writing, Simran enjoys sketching, watching movies, and finding creative inspiration in everyday life.

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