MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Registrations Open from 5-12 August: Step-by-Step Guide to Apply

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially commenced online registration for Round 1 of NEET UG 2026 Counselling today, August 5, 2026. Candidates who have qualified the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG 2026) can register on the official portal – mcc.nic.in for admission in MBBS, BDS, and B.Sc Nursing seats under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ), along with 100% seats in Deemed/Central Universities, ESIC institutes, AIIMS, and JIPMER.

The online application portal for Round 1 registration will remain open until August 12, 2026, up to 3:00 PM, while the payment window will close at 6:00 PM on the same day. Candidates are advised to complete their registration early to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.

MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026: Round 1 Schedule

The complete schedule for Round 1 of the All India Quota counselling is outlined below:

Direct Link to Register for MCC NEET UG 2026 Counselling

Eligible candidates must access the official portal to complete their registration forms.

• Official Portal: mcc.nic.in

• Counselling Section: Select “UG Medical” on the home page.

• Registration Portal: Click on “New Registration 2026”.

Note: MCC does not authorize any third-party agencies or external portals to conduct counselling registrations. Candidates must use only the official domain (mcc.nic.in).

Registration Fee, Eligibility and Documents Required

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have qualified NEET UG 2026 by securing the minimum cut-off percentile specified by NTA.

• Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), Persons of Indian Origin (PIO), Foreign Nationals, and Indian Nationals are eligible based on existing government rules.

Fee Structure

The fee structure consists of a non-refundable registration fee and a refundable security deposit:

Documents Required for Verification

Candidates must carry both original documents and self-attested copies during physical college reporting:

• NEET UG 2026 Admit Card and Scorecard / Rank Letter

• Class 10 Certificate & Mark Sheet (for date of birth proof)

• Class 12 Certificate & Mark Sheet

• Eight Recent Passport-size Photographs (same as uploaded on NEET application)

• Proof of Identity (Aadhaar Card, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Driving License)

• Provisional Seat Allotment Letter (generated online after seat allocation)

• Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS, if applicable)

• PwD Certificate (issued by authorized medical board, if applicable)

How to Apply for MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Counselling

Follow these step-by-step instructions to register for Round 1:

1. Visit the Portal: Open mcc.nic.in and click on the UG Medical Counselling tab.

2. New Registration: Click on “New Registration 2026” and accept the terms and conditions.

3. Enter Credentials: Provide your NEET UG Roll Number, Application Number, Candidate Name, Mother’s Name, Date of Birth, and Security Pin as recorded in your NEET registration.

4. Create Password: Set up a password and note it down safely alongside your registration details.

5. Fill Application Details: Provide your personal, academic, contact, and category details carefully.

6. Pay Fees: Pay the registration fee and refundable security deposit online via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI before August 12 (6:00 PM).

7. Submit & Print: Verify all entries, submit the registration form, and download the confirmation page for future reference.

What’s New in MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026?

• Official Video Tutorial: The committee has released a comprehensive video tutorial explaining step-by-step registration, document preparation, and choice-filling procedures.

• 24×7 Candidate Support Helpline: A dedicated helpdesk mcc2026@gov.in and toll-free assistance lines have been opened to resolve registration and technical issues in real time.

• Streamlined Academic Schedule: Round 1 reporting is set to finish by August 22, allowing the new academic session to commence by September 8, 2026 across medical colleges nationwide.

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