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# NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Counselling: Expected Date, Registration Process, Documents Required & Complete Admission Guide
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) is expected to begin the **NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Counselling** shortly for admission to MBBS, BDS, B.Sc. Nursing, AYUSH and other undergraduate medical courses across India. While the official Round 1 schedule has **not yet been released**, reports suggest that the registration process is likely to begin **around the last week of July 2026**. Candidates should regularly check the official MCC website for the confirmed schedule.
## NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Expected Schedule
| Event | Expected Timeline |
| ----------------------------- | -------------------------------------- |
| Round 1 Registration | Last week of July 2026* |
| Choice Filling & Locking | After registration |
| Seat Allotment Result | Within a few days after choice locking |
| Reporting to Allotted College | As per MCC schedule |
*The above dates are tentative. MCC will announce the official counselling calendar soon.
## Who Can Participate?
Candidates who have:
* Qualified NEET UG 2026.
* Fulfilled the eligibility criteria prescribed by NMC and MCC.
* Obtained a valid All India Rank (AIR).
* Completed the online registration process.
## Step-by-Step NEET UG Round 1 Counselling Process
### Step 1: Online Registration
Visit the official MCC counselling portal and complete the registration using your NEET UG credentials.
### Step 2: Payment of Counselling Fee
Pay the required registration and security deposit online through the available payment options.
### Step 3: Choice Filling
Select your preferred colleges and courses carefully. Arrange them according to your priority.
### Step 4: Choice Locking
Review all selected choices and lock them before the deadline.
### Step 5: Seat Allotment
MCC will allot seats based on:
* NEET Rank
* Category
* Reservation Rules
* College Preferences
* Seat Availability
### Step 6: Reporting to College
Candidates allotted a seat must report to the respective college with original documents within the prescribed timeline.
The counselling process includes multiple rounds, including Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round and Stray Vacancy Round for eligible candidates.
## Documents Required
Keep the following documents ready:
* NEET UG 2026 Admit Card
* NEET UG 2026 Score Card
* Class 10 Certificate
* Class 12 Marksheet & Certificate
* Identity Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
* Passport Size Photographs
* Category Certificate (if applicable)
* PwD Certificate (if applicable)
* Domicile Certificate (for State Counselling)
* Provisional Allotment Letter
* Fee Payment Receipt
## Seats Covered Under MCC Counselling
MCC conducts counselling for:
* 15% All India Quota (AIQ) MBBS/BDS Seats
* AIIMS
* JIPMER
* Central Universities
* Deemed Universities
* ESIC Institutions
* AFMC (through separate admission process)
* B.Sc. Nursing (Selected Institutes)
The remaining 85% State Quota seats are filled through the respective State Counselling Authorities.
## Important Tips for Students
* Register as early as possible.
* Research previous years' cut-offs before filling choices.
* Arrange colleges in genuine order of preference.
* Verify all uploaded documents carefully.
* Keep checking the MCC portal for updates and notices.
* Do not miss the reporting deadline after seat allotment.
## Need Expert Admission Guidance?
Choosing the right medical college is one of the most important decisions in your career. Our admission experts at **The Academic Counselling** provide personalized guidance for:
* MBBS Admission
* BDS Admission
* Deemed University Counselling
* Private Medical Colleges
* State Counselling
* College Selection
* Choice Filling Strategy
* Cut-off Analysis
Our experts help students maximize their chances of securing admission to the best medical colleges based on their NEET score and budget.
### Final Words
NEET UG 2026 Round 1 counselling is expected to commence soon. Aspirants should keep all required documents ready, understand the counselling process, and monitor official announcements regularly. Early preparation and informed choice filling can significantly improve the chances of securing a preferred medical college.
**Disclaimer:** The official NEET UG 2026 Round 1 counselling schedule has not yet been announced by MCC. Candidates are advised to rely only on official notifications for confirmed dates and timelines.
