NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 2 Schedule Released
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the schedule for Round 2 of NEET UG Counselling for the year 2026. This schedule covers both the All India Quota (AIQ) and State Counselling for admission to various undergraduate medical courses.
Candidates participating in the All India Quota counselling can expect Round 2 activities to commence from September 3, 2026, and conclude by September 11, 2026. Similarly, for State Counselling, Round 2 will run from September 7, 2026, to September 11, 2026. It is crucial for all candidates to note the last date for joining, which is September 18, 2026, for both AIQ and State Quota admissions. Following this, the verification of joined candidates' data by MCC and State DMEs/State Counselling Authorities will take place on September 19, 2026.
All participating institutes and colleges are instructed to treat Saturdays, Sundays, and Gazetted Holidays as working days to ensure timely completion of the counselling process. This directive highlights the urgency and importance of adhering to the strict timeline. Students are advised to keep all necessary documents ready and stay updated with the official MCC and respective state counselling websites for any further announcements or specific instructions regarding the counselling process.