The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced the counselling schedule for NEET PG 2026. Candidates who qualified in the NEET PG 2026 exam can begin registering online from October 12. This counselling process is essential for admission to postgraduate medical courses across India under the All India Quota (AIQ) and other categories managed by MCC.
- Registration for NEET PG counselling starts on October 12, 2025.
- Registration must be completed within the deadline to participate.
- Choice filling and locking follow registration.
- Seat allotment depends on rank, category, and seat availability.
- Registration fees vary by category and institution type.
- Several documents are required for the counselling process.
What are the steps to complete NEET PG counselling registration?
Candidates must follow a series of steps to register for NEET PG counselling 2026. First, visit the official MCC website and navigate to the PG Medical Counselling section. Click on the NEET PG 2026 counselling registration link and select 'New Registration.'
Next, enter all required details including NEET PG 2026 exam information, personal data, and contact details. Candidates then create login credentials and complete the counselling application form. After this, upload all required documents in the prescribed format.
Finally, pay the counselling registration fee and security deposit as applicable. Submit the application form and save the confirmation page for future reference. It is important to carefully review all entered information before submission to avoid errors.
How much is the NEET PG counselling registration fee?
The registration fee includes a non-refundable amount and a refundable security deposit. The fees differ based on the candidate's category and the institution type:
| Category/Institution | Non-refundable Registration Fee | Refundable Security Deposit |
|---|---|---|
| 50% AIQ/Central Universities – General | Rs 1,000 | Rs 25,000 |
| 50% AIQ/Central Universities – SC/ST/OBC | Rs 500 | Rs 10,000 |
| Deemed Universities – All categories | Rs 5,000 | Rs 2,00,000 |
What documents are required for NEET PG counselling?
Candidates should prepare the following documents in both original and scanned formats for the counselling process:
- NEET PG 2026 admit card
- NEET PG 2026 scorecard
- MBBS degree certificate and marksheets
- MBBS registration certificate
- Internship completion certificate
- Valid government-issued photo ID
- Passport-size photographs
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Date of birth proof
- Permanent or provisional medical registration certificate
- Migration certificate (if applicable)
- Other documents specified by MCC or the allotted institute
When was the NEET PG 2026 exam conducted and how many candidates appeared?
The NEET PG 2026 exam was held on August 30, 2025, in computer-based mode. It was scheduled for 2,73,096 candidates across 1,111 centres in 339 cities. Out of these, 2,65,980 candidates appeared for the exam. The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) declared the results on September 24, 2025.
What happens after registration and choice filling?
After candidates complete registration, they must fill and lock their choices for preferred courses and colleges. The MCC then conducts seat allotment based on candidates' NEET PG rank, category, and seat availability. The seat allotment results will be announced on the MCC counselling portal. Candidates must follow further instructions to confirm admission and complete the admission process.
