NEET MDS 2026 resignation window open for round 1, 2 freeze and float candidates; withdraw by September 30

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The NEET MDS 2026 seat resignation window opened on September 26, 2026, at 9 AM.
Candidates can withdraw their allotted seats until 5 PM on September 30, 2026, via mcc.nic.in.
Resignation from a seat will result in the forfeiture of the security deposit.
Seats freed through this process will be added to the pool for Round 3 counselling.
Freeze candidates must report physically to their allotted institute to resign, while Float candidates must do so online.

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has opened the NEET MDS 2026 seat resignation window for candidates who participated in Round 1 and Round 2 of counselling. This facility, which became active at 9 AM on September 26, 2026, allows eligible ‘Freeze’ and ‘Float’ candidates to withdraw their allotted seats. The deadline for this process is 5 PM on September 30, 2026.

This resignation window was introduced following requests from candidates and is part of the online counselling process for 50% All India Quota Post-Graduate Medical and Dental seats, managed by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. Seats that are resigned during this period will be returned to the common pool for the upcoming Round 3 counselling, impacting subsequent allotments.

Eligibility and Process for Seat Resignation

The resignation facility is available to specific categories of candidates from both Round 1 and Round 2 of NEET MDS 2026 counselling. This includes Round 1 Freeze candidates who joined their allotted institute and now wish to withdraw, as well as Round 1 Float candidates who did not receive an upgrade in subsequent rounds. Similarly, Round 2 Freeze candidates who joined their allotted seat and Round 2 Float candidates who did not receive an upgrade are also eligible to resign.

The process for resignation differs based on the candidate’s status. Freeze candidates are required to physically report to their allotted institute to complete the resignation process, as online resignation is not permitted for them. Conversely, Float candidates must log in to their MCC account on the official portal, mcc.nic.in, and generate a ‘Seat Withdrawal Slip’ through their dashboard. Failure to generate this slip will render the resignation null and void for Float candidates. Once a candidate has successfully resigned, they will no longer have any claim over the withdrawn seat, and the security deposit paid during counselling will be forfeited.

Key Dates for NEET MDS 2026 Resignation Window

The MCC has specified a narrow window for candidates to complete their seat resignation. The facility, which commenced on September 26, 2026, will conclude on September 30, 2026. Candidates are advised to adhere strictly to these dates to ensure their resignation is processed successfully.

Event	Date and Time
Resignation window opens	9 AM on September 26, 2026
Resignation window closes	5 PM on September 30, 2026

The urgent notice regarding this facility, bearing reference U-12021/06/2026-MEC, was issued by the MCC on September 25, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to verify their current allotment status and confirm their eligibility category (Freeze or Float not upgraded) before proceeding with the resignation process. After the resignation window closes, the MCC is expected to release the Round 3 seat allotment schedule and an updated vacancy list.

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