{"id":811,"date":"2026-05-08T12:40:46","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T12:40:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/?p=811"},"modified":"2026-05-09T08:39:12","modified_gmt":"2026-05-09T08:39:12","slug":"up-neet-ug-counselling-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"UP NEET UG Counselling 2026: Registration, Dates, Seat Allotment &#038; Complete Process"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"Article\",\n  \"headline\": \"UP NEET UG Counselling 2026: Complete Process, Dates, Eligibility & Registration Guide\",\n  \"description\": \"Complete guide to UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 \u2014 MCC AIQ process, state quota registration, eligibility criteria, fees, documents required, seat allotment rounds, refund rules, and step-by-step process for Uttar Pradesh medical admissions.\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/matrise.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026.jpg\",\n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Matrise Education\",\n    \"url\": \"https:\/\/matrise.in\"\n  },\n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Matrise Education\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/matrise.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/matrise-logo.png\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2026-05-09\",\n  \"dateModified\": \"2026-05-09\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/\"\n  }\n}\n<\/script><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BreadcrumbList\",\n  \"itemListElement\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n      \"position\": 1,\n      \"name\": \"Home\",\n      \"item\": \"https:\/\/matrise.in\"\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n      \"position\": 2,\n      \"name\": \"Blog\",\n      \"item\": \"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/\"\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n      \"position\": 3,\n      \"name\": \"UP NEET UG Counselling 2026\",\n      \"item\": \"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/\"\n    }\n  ]\n}\n<\/script><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"From when will NEET UG counselling 2026 start?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"NEET UG 2026 counselling is expected to start in the second week of June 2026 for MCC (15% AIQ) after the result declaration in June 2026. 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}\n  .mn-faq-item:nth-child(7) { background: #f0fdf4; border-color: #16a34a; }\n  .mn-faq-item:nth-child(8) { background: #fefce8; border-color: #d97706; }\n  .mn-faq-q {\n    width: 100%;\n    background: none;\n    border: none;\n    text-align: left;\n    padding: 17px 20px;\n    font-size: 1rem;\n    font-weight: 700;\n    color: #1e3a5f;\n    cursor: pointer;\n    display: flex;\n    justify-content: space-between;\n    align-items: center;\n    transition: background 0.2s;\n    line-height: 1.5;\n  }\n  .mn-faq-q:hover { background: rgba(0,0,0,0.025); }\n  .mn-faq-icon {\n    font-size: 1.4rem;\n    color: #1d4ed8;\n    transition: transform 0.3s;\n    flex-shrink: 0;\n    margin-left: 12px;\n  }\n  .mn-faq-item.open .mn-faq-icon { transform: rotate(45deg); }\n  .mn-faq-ans {\n    max-height: 0;\n    overflow: hidden;\n    transition: max-height 0.4s ease, padding 0.3s;\n    padding: 0 20px;\n    font-size: 0.95rem;\n    color: #374151;\n    line-height: 1.78;\n  }\n  .mn-faq-item.open .mn-faq-ans { max-height: 600px; padding: 0 20px 18px; }\n  @media (max-width: 600px) {\n    .mn-faq-q { font-size: 0.93rem; padding: 14px 15px; }\n    .mn-cta { padding: 22px 14px; }\n    .mn-cta h3 { font-size: 1.2rem; }\n    .mn-step { flex-direction: column; }\n    .mn-step-num { margin-bottom: 6px; }\n    .mn-card-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; }\n  }\n<\/style>\n<div class=\"mn-quick-box\">\n     <strong>UP NEET UG Counselling 2026<\/strong> covers both the <strong>15% All India Quota (AIQ)<\/strong> seats managed by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) at <strong>mcc.nic.in<\/strong> and the <strong>85% UP state quota<\/strong> seats managed by <strong>UPUHS<\/strong>. The NEET UG 2026 exam was held on <strong>3 May 2026<\/strong>. Results are expected in <strong>June 2026<\/strong>, with MCC Round 1 counselling registration beginning tentatively in the <strong>4th week of July 2026<\/strong>. UP state counselling follows shortly after.<br>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/div>\n<p>\n    <strong>UP NEET UG Counselling 2026<\/strong> is the gateway for thousands of medical aspirants across Uttar Pradesh who want to secure an MBBS or BDS seat in government or private medical colleges. If you appeared in the NEET UG 2026 exam held on 3 May 2026, this guide covers everything you need \u2014 from eligibility and registration to choice filling, seat allotment, fee payment, and the refund process.<br>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<p>\n    Whether you are aiming for a top government college in Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi, or Meerut, or targeting a private medical college across UP, understanding the counselling process step by step is the most important thing right now.&nbsp;<br>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<p>\n    You can also read our detailed <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/neet-admission-2026\/\"><strong>NEET Admission 2026<\/strong><\/a> guide for a broader overview of MBBS admissions across India.\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"mn-card-grid\">\n    <div class=\"mn-card\">\n        <div class=\"mn-icon\">\n            \ud83d\udcc5\n        <\/div>\n        <p>\n            <strong>NEET UG Exam<\/strong> <span>3 May 2026<\/span>\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-card\">\n        <div class=\"mn-icon\">\n            \ud83d\udcca\n        <\/div>\n        <p>\n            <strong>Result Expected<\/strong> <span>June 2026<\/span>\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-card\">\n        <div class=\"mn-icon\">\n            \ud83c\udfe5\n        <\/div>\n        <p>\n            <strong>MCC Round 1<\/strong> <span>4th week of July 2026<\/span>\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-card\">\n        <div class=\"mn-icon\">\n            \ud83c\udf10\n        <\/div>\n        <p>\n            <strong>Official Portal<\/strong> <span>mcc.nic.in<\/span>\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n    <br>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#UP_NEET_UG_Counselling_2026_%E2%80%94_Who_Conducts_It\" >UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 \u2014 Who Conducts It?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#UP_NEET_UG_Counselling_2026_Schedule_Dates\" >UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Schedule Dates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#UP_NEET_UG_Counselling_2026_Eligibility_Criteria\" >UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Eligibility Criteria<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#Minimum_Qualifying_Percentile_%E2%80%94_Category_Wise\" >Minimum Qualifying Percentile \u2014 Category Wise<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#NEET_UG_2026_Seat_Reservation_%E2%80%94_Category-Wise\" >NEET UG 2026 Seat Reservation \u2014 Category-Wise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#UP_NEET_UG_Counselling_2026_%E2%80%94_Step-by-Step_Registration_Process\" >UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 \u2014 Step-by-Step Registration Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#NEET_UG_Counselling_2026_Fees_%E2%80%94_Complete_Breakdown\" >NEET UG Counselling 2026 Fees \u2014 Complete Breakdown<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#MCC_NEET_UG_2026_Counselling_%E2%80%94_Round-Wise_Rules\" >MCC NEET UG 2026 Counselling \u2014 Round-Wise Rules<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#UP_NEET_UG_Counselling_2026_Fees_and_Security_Fee_Refund\" >UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Fees and Security Fee Refund<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#When_Will_You_Get_Your_Refund\" >When Will You Get Your Refund?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#Where_Is_the_Refund_Credited\" >Where Is the Refund Credited?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#UP_NEET_UG_State_Quota_Counselling_2026_%E2%80%94_What_You_Need_to_Know\" >UP NEET UG State Quota Counselling 2026 \u2014 What You Need to Know<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#Key_Points_for_UP_State_Quota_Counselling\" >Key Points for UP State Quota Counselling<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#Documents_Required_for_UP_NEET_UG_Counselling_2026\" >Documents Required for UP NEET UG Counselling 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#NEET_UG_Counselling_2026_%E2%80%94_Important_Tips_to_Remember\" >NEET UG Counselling 2026 \u2014 Important Tips to Remember<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#UP_NEET_Cut-off_2026_and_Merit_List\" >UP NEET Cut-off 2026 and Merit List<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#Common_Mistakes_to_Avoid_During_NEET_Counselling\" >Common Mistakes to Avoid During NEET Counselling<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#Benefits_of_Understanding_the_NEET_UG_Counselling_Process\" >Benefits of Understanding the NEET UG Counselling Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#Important_Official_Websites_for_NEET_UG_Counselling_2026\" >Important Official Websites for NEET UG Counselling 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#AFMC_BHU_AMU_%E2%80%94_Special_Admission_Rules\" >AFMC, BHU, AMU \u2014 Special Admission Rules<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#AFMC_Armed_Forces_Medical_College_Pune\" >AFMC (Armed Forces Medical College), Pune<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#BHU_Banaras_Hindu_University_Varanasi\" >BHU (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#AMU_Aligarh_Muslim_University\" >AMU (Aligarh Muslim University)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#Conclusion_%E2%80%94_Your_NEET_UG_2026_Counselling_Roadmap\" >Conclusion \u2014 Your NEET UG 2026 Counselling Roadmap<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/up-neet-ug-counselling-2026\/#%E2%9D%93_Frequently_Asked_Questions_%E2%80%94_UP_NEET_UG_Counselling_2026\" >\u2753 Frequently Asked Questions \u2014 UP NEET UG Counselling 2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UP_NEET_UG_Counselling_2026_%E2%80%94_Who_Conducts_It\"><\/span>\n    UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 \u2014 Who Conducts It?\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n    NEET counselling Uttar Pradesh 2026 is conducted by the state medical counselling authority for UP state quota seats. Students should check the official UP NEET counselling website and notices released by the state authority.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n    The Medical Counselling Committee conducts the all India counselling NEET UG 2026 process for:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e742774cb40339c05b3d906a5994bf003\">\n        15% All India Quota seats\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e0ae8810c7e61f40792df3503a90771c3\">\n        AIIMS MBBS seats\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"edf1b22602226bf02c2e8a68eb0987536\">\n        JIPMER seats\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e30339880231c9199687f546b5cc1a5ea\">\n        Central universities\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e642e224ff051e94f48bcced5dc26a9bf\">\n        Deemed universities\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e8939700713499b979858094d9d8852cd\">\n        ESIC and other specified seats\n    <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n    For Uttar Pradesh medical college admission under state quota, students should follow the UP authority. For national counselling, candidates should check MCC updates. This difference is very important because MCC NEET UG counselling 2026 process and UP NEET UG counselling 2026 procedure are separate.<br>\n    <br>\n    The national-level 15% All India Quota counselling will be available through MCC, while UP NEET medical counselling will be conducted for state quota seats through the Uttar Pradesh counselling portal.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n    Students planning for <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/neet-admission-2026\/\">NEET admission 2026<\/a> should track official notices regularly. The National Testing Agency conducts NEET UG, and candidates can check exam-related updates through the <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nta.ac.in\/\">National Testing Agency<\/a>. For state-level medical admission rules, students should also follow UP counselling updates and the <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umc.up.gov.in\/\">UP Medical Council Guidelines<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"mn-table-wrap\">\n    <figure class=\"table\">\n        <table class=\"mn-table\">\n            <thead>\n                <tr>\n                    <th>\n                        Counselling Type\n                    <\/th>\n                    <th>\n                        Conducted By\n                    <\/th>\n                    <th>\n                        Seats Covered\n                    <\/th>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/thead>\n            <tbody>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        <strong>15% All India Quota (AIQ)<\/strong>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        MCC \/ DGHS \u2014 <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nta.ac.in\/\">NTA<\/a>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        15% seats in all government medical colleges\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        <strong>85% State Quota (UP)<\/strong>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.upuhs.org\/\">UP Medical Education Authority (UPUHS)<\/a>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        85% seats in UP government colleges\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        <strong>Deemed Universities<\/strong>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        MCC \/ DGHS\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        100% seats in all Deemed Universities\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        <strong>Central Universities (BHU, AMU, DU)<\/strong>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        MCC \/ DGHS\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        100% seats in BHU, AMU, DU, VMMC, ESIC\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        <strong>AIIMS Institutions<\/strong>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        MCC \/ DGHS\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        100% MBBS seats in all AIIMS\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        <strong>JIPMER (Puducherry\/Karaikal)<\/strong>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        MCC \/ DGHS\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        100% JIPMER seats\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        <strong>Private Medical Colleges (UP)<\/strong>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        State Government \/ UPUHS\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        All private\/self-financed college seats\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n    In simple words: <strong>MCC handles the national-level quota<\/strong>, while <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umc.up.gov.in\/\"><strong>UP Medical Council Guidelines<\/strong><\/a> and UPUHS handle the UP-specific state quota seats and private college admissions.\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"mn-info\">\n    \ud83d\udccc <strong>Note for J&amp;K Students:<\/strong> Candidates belonging to the state of Jammu and Kashmir are currently not eligible for 15% AIQ counselling until further official notice.\n<\/div>\n<p>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UP_NEET_UG_Counselling_2026_Schedule_Dates\"><\/span>\n    UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Schedule Dates\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n    The official UP medical counselling dates 2026 will be announced after the NEET UG 2026 result. As of now, students should treat all dates as expected unless they are published on the official portal.\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"mn-table-wrap\">\n    <figure class=\"table\">\n        <table class=\"mn-table\">\n            <thead>\n                <tr>\n                    <th>\n                        Event\n                    <\/th>\n                    <th>\n                        Expected Date 2026\n                    <\/th>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/thead>\n            <tbody>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        NEET UG 2026 Entrance Exam Date\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        <strong>3 May 2026<\/strong>\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        NEET UG 2026 Result Declaration\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        <strong>14 June 2026 (Tentative)<\/strong>\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        MCC Counselling Start (AIQ)\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        <strong>2nd week of June 2026<\/strong>\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        Round 1 Registration &amp; Payment\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        <strong>4th week of July 2026<\/strong>\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        Round 1 Choice Filling &amp; Locking\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        To be announced on mcc.nic.in\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        Round 1 Seat Allotment Result\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        To be announced on mcc.nic.in\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        Round 1 College Reporting\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        To be announced on mcc.nic.in\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        Round 2 Registration &amp; Choice Filling\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        <strong>August 2026 (Expected)<\/strong>\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        Round 2 Seat Allotment Result\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        To be announced on mcc.nic.in\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        Mop-Up Round (AIQ + Deemed)\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        After Round 2 (Following Round 2)\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        UP State Quota Counselling Start\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        <strong>August 2026 (Expected)<\/strong>\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        Stray Vacancy \/ Final Round\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        September\u2013October 2026 (Expected)\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"color:#6b7280;font-size:13px;\">\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<p>\n    Students should check the official MCC website, UP counselling portal, and <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.upuhs.org\/\">UP Medical Education Authority<\/a> updates regularly. This helps avoid missing deadlines for NEET counselling schedule, fee payment, or document verification.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UP_NEET_UG_Counselling_2026_Eligibility_Criteria\"><\/span>\n    UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Eligibility Criteria\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n    To take part in UP NEET UG Counselling 2026, candidates must meet the basic eligibility rules. These rules may change after the official notice, so students should confirm them before applying.\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e57497ef89c1e4b49c932d5274e787c2c\">\n        The candidate must qualify NEET UG 2026.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e8a7924f0e23a9491d63585d6633daf1f\">\n        The candidate must meet the minimum NEET eligibility criteria.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e89cbd22d4c7238c00737d2adefa38c3f\">\n        For state quota seats, UP domicile rules usually apply.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"ecc105ccf92794a7ff932f08cca78c9ae\">\n        For private medical colleges UP NEET 2026 admission, candidates from other states may also be eligible as per state rules.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e2251eabf8d1676fefd8af73fd134d2e0\">\n        The candidate must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology\/Biotechnology, and English.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e7f769dcb4b09b35d2e679e6ce794b7bd\">\n        Category certificates must be valid and issued by the competent authority.\n    <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n    Students looking for <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/mbbs.php\">MBBS admission guidance<\/a> should first check whether they are eligible for government, private, minority, management, or NRI quota seats. This saves time during counselling.\n<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Minimum_Qualifying_Percentile_%E2%80%94_Category_Wise\"><\/span>\n    Minimum Qualifying Percentile \u2014 Category Wise\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"mn-table-wrap\">\n    <figure class=\"table\">\n        <table class=\"mn-table\">\n            <thead>\n                <tr>\n                    <th>\n                        Category\n                    <\/th>\n                    <th>\n                        Minimum Qualifying Percentile\n                    <\/th>\n                    <th>\n                        Qualifying Score (NEET 2025 Reference)\n                    <\/th>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/thead>\n            <tbody>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        Unreserved (UR)\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        50th Percentile\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        137 marks\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        UR \u2013 Physically Handicapped (PH)\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        45th Percentile\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        121 marks\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        SC \/ ST \/ OBC\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        40th Percentile\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        107 marks\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        SC-PH \/ ST-PH \/ OBC-PH\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        40th Percentile\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        108 marks\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mn-tip\">\n    \ud83d\udca1<strong>:<\/strong> All candidates who are allotted an All India Rank are considered eligible for the NEET UG 2026 counselling process, subject to fulfilling category-specific and institutional requirements.\n<\/div>\n<p>\n    Planning to explore <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/mbbs.php\"><strong>MBBS Admission options<\/strong><\/a> in Uttar Pradesh and across India? Check Matrise&#8217;s comprehensive college guide to identify the best institutions for your rank.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NEET_UG_2026_Seat_Reservation_%E2%80%94_Category-Wise\"><\/span>\n    NEET UG 2026 Seat Reservation \u2014 Category-Wise\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n    Under the 15% All India Quota, seat reservation follows central government norms. Here is a quick breakdown:\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"mn-table-wrap\">\n    <figure class=\"table\">\n        <table class=\"mn-table\">\n            <thead>\n                <tr>\n                    <th>\n                        Category\n                    <\/th>\n                    <th>\n                        Reservation Percentage\n                    <\/th>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/thead>\n            <tbody>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        OBC (Other Backward Classes)\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        27%\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        EWS (Economically Weaker Section)\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        10%\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        Scheduled Caste (SC)\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        15%\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        Scheduled Tribe (ST)\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        7.5%\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        Physically Handicapped (PH \/ PwD)\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        5% of annual intake\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n    For UP state quota seats, reservation is as per <strong>UP State Government rules<\/strong> and may differ from central rules. Always check the official notification from UPUHS for the state-specific reservation matrix.\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"mn-info\">\n    \ud83d\udccc <strong>OBC Note:<\/strong> Only candidates in the <strong>Central List of OBC<\/strong> are eligible under OBC reservation for AIQ seats. Candidates from the creamy layer must apply under the Unreserved (UR) category.\n<\/div>\n<p>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UP_NEET_UG_Counselling_2026_%E2%80%94_Step-by-Step_Registration_Process\"><\/span>\n    UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 \u2014 Step-by-Step Registration Process\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n    The NEET UG counselling process is simple when you understand the steps. The same broad flow is used in MCC counselling, UP state counselling, Haryana NEET UG Counselling 2026, Bihar NEET UG counselling 2026 process step by step, and West Bengal NEET UG counselling 2026 process. However, fees, documents, security deposit, and seat rules may differ by state.\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"mn-step\">\n    <div class=\"mn-step-num\">\n        1\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-step-body\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>New User Registration<\/strong>\n        <\/p>\n        <p>\n            Visit <strong>mcc.nic.in<\/strong> and click on the NEET UG 2026 counselling registration link. Select your stream (Medical \/ Dental), enter your NEET UG 2026 roll number, application number, name, and date of birth. Accept the declaration and note down your login credentials carefully. Protect them with a security question.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mn-step\">\n    <div class=\"mn-step-num\">\n        2\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-step-body\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Submit Personal Details<\/strong>\n        <\/p>\n        <p>\n            Enter your mother&#8217;s name, father&#8217;s name, and complete address details. These details cannot be changed later, so ensure everything matches your official documents exactly. Any discrepancy during document verification can result in seat cancellation.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mn-step\">\n    <div class=\"mn-step-num\">\n        3\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-step-body\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Pay the Counselling Fee<\/strong>\n        <\/p>\n        <p>\n            Pay the non-refundable registration fee and the refundable security deposit online via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking. Keep the payment receipt. Refer to the fee table below for exact amounts by category and quota type.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mn-step\">\n    <div class=\"mn-step-num\">\n        4\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-step-body\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Download Registration Slip<\/strong>\n        <\/p>\n        <p>\n            After successful submission and payment, your registration slip is generated. Print it or save the PDF \u2014 you will need it throughout the admission process including document verification.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mn-step\">\n    <div class=\"mn-step-num\">\n        5\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-step-body\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Choice Filling<\/strong>\n        <\/p>\n        <p>\n            Log in and click on &#8220;Available Choices.&#8221; Add colleges and courses to your preference list using the <strong>+<\/strong> button. You can reorder, move up, move down, or delete choices. Candidates registered for both AIQ\/Central Universities and Deemed Universities can fill choices for both. Click &#8220;Save &amp; Continue&#8221; to save your selections.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mn-step\">\n    <div class=\"mn-step-num\">\n        6\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-step-body\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Choice Locking<\/strong>\n        <\/p>\n        <p>\n            Locking your choices is mandatory. You can modify choices until you lock them. If you do not lock your choices manually, the system will auto-lock them on the last date. After locking, take a printout of your final choice list for your records.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mn-step\">\n    <div class=\"mn-step-num\">\n        7\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-step-body\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Seat Allotment Result<\/strong>\n        <\/p>\n        <p>\n            After every round, MCC publishes the seat allotment result. Check your name, roll number, allotted category, allotted college, quota, and course in the seat allotment list. Download and print your seat allotment letter \u2014 it is required at the time of college reporting.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mn-step\">\n    <div class=\"mn-step-num\">\n        8\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-step-body\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Report to Allotted College<\/strong>\n        <\/p>\n        <p>\n            Report to your allotted college within the stipulated reporting window with all original documents and attested photocopies. Candidates who do not report by the deadline lose their allotted seat permanently.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NEET_UG_Counselling_2026_Fees_%E2%80%94_Complete_Breakdown\"><\/span>\n    NEET UG Counselling 2026 Fees \u2014 Complete Breakdown\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n    Understanding the fee structure is essential before you register. There are two types of fees \u2014 a non-refundable registration fee and a refundable security deposit.\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"mn-table-wrap\">\n    <figure class=\"table\">\n        <table class=\"mn-table\">\n            <thead>\n                <tr>\n                    <th>\n                        Quota Type\n                    <\/th>\n                    <th>\n                        Category\n                    <\/th>\n                    <th>\n                        Non-Refundable Fee\n                    <\/th>\n                    <th>\n                        Refundable Security\n                    <\/th>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/thead>\n            <tbody>\n                <tr>\n                    <td rowspan=\"2\">\n                        <strong>15% AIQ \/ Central Universities<\/strong>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        UR \/ EWS\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u20b91,000\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u20b910,000\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        SC \/ ST \/ OBC \/ PwD\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u20b9500\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u20b95,000\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        <strong>Deemed Universities<\/strong>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        All Categories\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u20b95,000\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u20b92,00,000\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        <strong>Both AIQ + Deemed<\/strong>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        All Categories\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u20b95,000 (higher applies)\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u20b92,05,000 (combined)\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mn-warn\">\n    \u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Fee Forfeiture Rule:<\/strong> Round 1 offers a <strong>free exit<\/strong> \u2014 no money is forfeited if you do not join. However, if you are allotted a seat in <strong>Round 2 and do not join<\/strong>, your refundable security deposit is <strong>forfeited<\/strong>. Once you join Round 2, you <strong>cannot leave<\/strong> and are ineligible for further counselling.\n<\/div>\n<p>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MCC_NEET_UG_2026_Counselling_%E2%80%94_Round-Wise_Rules\"><\/span>\n    MCC NEET UG 2026 Counselling \u2014 Round-Wise Rules\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n    Understanding the exit and forfeiture rules for each round can save you from losing money. Here is the complete round-wise matrix:\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"mn-table-wrap\">\n    <figure class=\"table\">\n        <table class=\"mn-table\">\n            <thead>\n                <tr>\n                    <th>\n                        Round\n                    <\/th>\n                    <th>\n                        Free Exit\n                    <\/th>\n                    <th>\n                        Exit with Forfeiture\n                    <\/th>\n                    <th>\n                        Ineligible for Further Counselling\n                    <\/th>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/thead>\n            <tbody>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        <span class=\"mn-badge mn-badge-blue\">AIQ Round 1 \/ Deemed Round 1<\/span>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2705 Yes\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2014\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2014\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        <span class=\"mn-badge mn-badge-green\">AIQ Round 2 \/ Deemed Round 2<\/span>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2014\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2705 If Not Joined\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2705 If Joined\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        <span class=\"mn-badge mn-badge-blue\">State Quota Round 1<\/span>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2705 Yes\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2014\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2014\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        <span class=\"mn-badge mn-badge-green\">State Quota Round 2<\/span>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2014\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2705 If Not Joined\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2705 If Joined\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        <span class=\"mn-badge mn-badge-orange\">State Quota Mop-Up<\/span>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2014\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2014\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2705 If Joined\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        <span class=\"mn-badge mn-badge-red\">Deemed Mop-Up<\/span>\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2014\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2014\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        \u2705 If Joined\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mn-tip\">\n    \ud83d\udca1 <strong>Simple Rule to Remember:<\/strong> Round 1 = Free Exit (No Risk). Round 2 = Paid Exit (Forfeiture). Mop-Up = No Exit (If Joined, You Stay).\n<\/div>\n<p>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UP_NEET_UG_Counselling_2026_Fees_and_Security_Fee_Refund\"><\/span>\n    UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Fees and Security Fee Refund\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n    UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 security fee refund rules will be given in the official counselling notice. In general, students pay a non-refundable registration fee and a refundable security deposit.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n    The MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 refund process is also based on rules of joining, resignation, non-reporting, and forfeiture. Therefore, read the official information bulletin before paying fees.\n<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Will_You_Get_Your_Refund\"><\/span>\n    When Will You Get Your Refund?\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e7e092a5d965a66e9322ce1598d0993f7\">\n        \u2705 If you <strong>do not get allotted<\/strong> any seat in any round including Stray Vacancy, your security fee is fully refunded\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"ea93106dd52b91322512a0c2581a4da6c\">\n        \u2705 If you exit in <strong>Round 1 (free exit)<\/strong>, your security fee is refunded\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"ec9fea2e5c1c7f0d9e94dad95f788b351\">\n        \u2705 If you join a seat, your security fee is adjusted against your first-year tuition fee at the allotted college\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e4e1aad58867b5b1a94e3811e6acdcd51\">\n        \u274c If you exit in <strong>Round 2 without joining<\/strong>, your security fee is <strong>forfeited<\/strong>\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e64471a1b80cf2efbe7816499dac07d27\">\n        \u274c If you exit in the <strong>Mop-Up Round after joining<\/strong>, you are ineligible for any refund and for further counseling\n    <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_Is_the_Refund_Credited\"><\/span>\n    Where Is the Refund Credited?\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n    The refund is credited to the bank account you provide during registration. Make sure the account number, IFSC code, bank name, and branch are all entered correctly. Refunds are processed only after the completion of all counselling rounds.\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"mn-info\">\n    \ud83d\udccc <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Always provide your own bank account details \u2014 not a friend&#8217;s or agent&#8217;s. MCC transfers the refund directly to the registered account.\n<\/div>\n<p>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UP_NEET_UG_State_Quota_Counselling_2026_%E2%80%94_What_You_Need_to_Know\"><\/span>\n    UP NEET UG State Quota Counselling 2026 \u2014 What You Need to Know\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n    For the <strong>85% UP state quota seats<\/strong>, the counselling is conducted by <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.upuhs.org\/\"><strong>UP Medical Education Authority (UPUHS)<\/strong><\/a>. This is separate from MCC counselling and has its own registration portal, schedule, and eligibility criteria.\n<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Points_for_UP_State_Quota_Counselling\"><\/span>\n    Key Points for UP State Quota Counselling\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"eb38073ca30491b2514f580517c5e1d0f\">\n        Only candidates with valid UP domicile\/residency are eligible for state quota seats\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"ea9f0725aca537d4ad49560b78f4e2b4f\">\n        Reservation policy follows UP state government norms, not central norms\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"eb8db6f4f7f94d0df6bd2c27da627e76d\">\n        Private medical colleges in UP are also included in UP state counselling\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e462b72e9fd94a7465a069bc3ab54cde8\">\n        Candidates must register separately on the UPUHS portal \u2014 MCC registration does not cover state quota\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"eae8f3bf51324a1752d3b6bee0d2bd311\">\n        Category certificates must be valid and issued by competent UP state authorities\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e6bf536f00ffa3ef9f799e5f51d9de8b6\">\n        Counselling covers major UP medical hubs including <strong>Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi, Meerut, Agra,<\/strong> and <strong>Greater Noida \/ Delhi NCR<\/strong> colleges\n    <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"mn-tip\">\n    \ud83d\udca1 <strong>Strategy Tip:<\/strong> Candidates should register for both MCC (AIQ) and UP state counselling simultaneously. If you get a better seat in MCC Round 1 with free exit, you can still participate in UP state counselling without losing money.\n<\/div>\n<p>\n    Students interested in <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/bsc-nursing.php\"><strong>B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026<\/strong><\/a> through NEET scores should also check UP state counselling notifications, as BSc Nursing seats (including ESIC and IP quota nursing seats) are also allotted through the counselling process.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_for_UP_NEET_UG_Counselling_2026\"><\/span>\n    Documents Required for UP NEET UG Counselling 2026\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n    Keep your documents ready before counselling starts. Missing even one document during reporting can result in seat cancellation. Here is the complete list:\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"mn-table-wrap\">\n    <figure class=\"table\">\n        <table class=\"mn-table\">\n            <thead>\n                <tr>\n                    <th>\n                        #\n                    <\/th>\n                    <th>\n                        Document\n                    <\/th>\n                    <th>\n                        Purpose\n                    <\/th>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/thead>\n            <tbody>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        1\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        NEET UG 2026 Admit Card\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Identity and exam proof\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        2\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        NEET UG 2026 Result \/ Rank Letter\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Eligibility proof for counselling\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        3\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Class 10 Certificate &amp; Marksheet\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Date of birth and basic qualification proof\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        4\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Class 10+2 Certificate &amp; Marksheet\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Academic eligibility proof\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        5\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Provisional Seat Allotment Letter\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        College reporting proof\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        6\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        8 Passport-Size Photographs\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Same as affixed on application form\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        7\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Date of Birth Certificate (if 10th does not mention it)\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        DOB verification\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        8\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Valid Photo ID Proof\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Aadhaar \/ PAN \/ Driving Licence \/ Passport\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        9\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        SC\/ST Certificate (if applicable)\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Reservation benefit \u2014 must be in English\/Hindi\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        10\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        OBC Certificate (if applicable)\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Must not belong to creamy layer; must match Central OBC List\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        11\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        EWS Certificate (if applicable)\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Issued by competent authority\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        12\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Disability Certificate (if applicable)\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        From an authorised Medical Board (21 Benchmark Disabilities)\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        13\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Domicile \/ Residency Certificate\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        For UP state quota eligibility\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n                <tr>\n                    <td>\n                        14\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Character Certificate\n                    <\/td>\n                    <td>\n                        Institutional requirement\n                    <\/td>\n                <\/tr>\n            <\/tbody>\n        <\/table>\n    <\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mn-warn\">\n    \u26a0\ufe0f <strong>Rule:<\/strong> Candidates without original certificates will NOT be allowed to take admission. Candidates whose originals are deposited elsewhere and who come with a deposit certificate will also NOT be allowed admission. Carry all originals along with attested photocopies.\n<\/div>\n<p>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NEET_UG_Counselling_2026_%E2%80%94_Important_Tips_to_Remember\"><\/span>\n    NEET UG Counselling 2026 \u2014 Important Tips to Remember\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n    Counselling is not just about registration \u2014 it is about strategy, timing, and careful execution. Here are proven tips to help you succeed:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e76c729826bf06395b9e96783bd120f52\">\n        \u2705 <strong>Register early:<\/strong> Do not wait for the last day \u2014 servers get overloaded near deadlines\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e2c66916b4ca5559ddfb31a49bc66290d\">\n        \u2705 <strong>Fill maximum choices:<\/strong> Add both dream and safe colleges; more choices = better chances\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e1c1b5ea1e25d039a1c503dd8acfc2c35\">\n        \u2705 <strong>Check NCTE \/ NMC approval:<\/strong> Only fill colleges that are officially approved and recognised\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"ee9094524fe3538f18451aef149cec6a6\">\n        \u2705 <strong>Lock your choices before the deadline:<\/strong> Unlocked choices auto-lock and may not reflect your final preferences\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e8e94f63c468b82d508b0138f96e64e79\">\n        \u2705 <strong>Save all payment receipts:<\/strong> Screenshot every transaction immediately\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"eadc880c24be89f27b670a49ef3e07b71\">\n        \u2705 <strong>Monitor mcc.nic.in daily:<\/strong> Official date changes are posted only on the official portal\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"ef3d845dbe7ccb7cd355d89a44fa2f5e7\">\n        \u2705 <strong>Use Round 1 as a free trial:<\/strong> In Round 1, you can accept a seat and still exit for free if you find a better option in Round 2\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"eb5d559375f40e0b26438fd2b47ae968f\">\n        \u2705 <strong>Do not join Round 2 unless you are sure:<\/strong> Once you join Round 2, you cannot leave \u2014 plan this step carefully\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"eaae3090c017cd041cda19c881a0451a0\">\n        \u2705 <strong>Prepare documents in advance:<\/strong> Scan all documents clearly and keep both physical and digital copies\n    <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UP_NEET_Cut-off_2026_and_Merit_List\"><\/span>\n    UP NEET Cut-off 2026 and Merit List\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n    UP NEET cut-off 2026 will depend on exam difficulty, number of candidates, seat matrix, category, and college preference. The NEET merit list UP will be prepared after registration and verification.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n    Students often ask whether 470 is a good NEET score or whether they can get MBBS with 50,000 rank in NEET. The answer depends on category, domicile, college type, and round. For government MBBS, competition is usually high. For private colleges, the chances may be better depending on fees and seat availability.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n    Use NEET rank prediction 2026 and NEET college predictor tools only for planning. Final admission depends on official counselling and allotment.\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Mistakes_to_Avoid_During_NEET_Counselling\"><\/span>\n    Common Mistakes to Avoid During NEET Counselling\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e17101419e333745e41425e87b8e26ff4\">\n        Waiting until the last day for registration.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e50de96ded34e2412405723554b52c540\">\n        Uploading unclear documents.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e2cf276d9bf80c8d4b2a4eea18c9a08b7\">\n        Filling choices without checking fees.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e4c1d005de04ca780e72723100175d7d0\">\n        Ignoring private college bond and hostel rules.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"ec54d69642955af84c38cdac107584b78\">\n        Not reading refund rules before paying security deposit.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e2e05accfb87bd125aa524b3f68d8e5f7\">\n        Confusing MCC counselling with state counselling.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"eaca9c47157aec36be4f6ec6c262e43a0\">\n        Missing the reporting deadline after allotment.\n    <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n    Good NEET counselling tips can save money, time, and stress. Therefore, always prepare your documents early and keep a written plan for each round.\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Understanding_the_NEET_UG_Counselling_Process\"><\/span>\n    Benefits of Understanding the NEET UG Counselling Process\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n    When students understand the process of NEET UG counselling 2026, they make better decisions. They know which rounds to join, which colleges to choose, and when to upgrade or accept a seat.\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e4f2f9e4a1b1efa4d2b654189013f3780\">\n        You can avoid wrong college choices.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e84e2eca7ed0347578faf52502d8128a8\">\n        You can plan your budget better.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e8b692eb3f5e7d248389a342c55cd917a\">\n        You can compare government and private options.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"ed8191b51176fbda0bafdf5548ab89d71\">\n        You can understand MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 refund rules.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"ed72620af5c9594cbd145c69db00b4465\">\n        You can improve your chances through smart choice filling.\n    <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n    Students who want help with admission planning can read more about <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/blog\/neet-admission-2026\/\">NEET admission 2026<\/a> and compare course options before the counselling window opens.\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Official_Websites_for_NEET_UG_Counselling_2026\"><\/span>\n    Important Official Websites for NEET UG Counselling 2026\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e421d2777285131a58aca62934fbede25\">\n        <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nta.ac.in\/\">National Testing Agency<\/a> \u2013 for NEET exam-related updates.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e75c32f129f8cfdb3b856146d092a8590\">\n        <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/mcc.nic.in\/\">Medical Counselling Committee<\/a> \u2013 for AIQ, deemed, central university, AIIMS, and JIPMER counselling.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e7b5695131878ec17cfb3928e67b9356b\">\n        <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umc.up.gov.in\/\">UP Medical Council Guidelines<\/a> \u2013 for UP medical professional and regulatory updates.\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e6de87f634cce6b31199710f2fabc7139\">\n        <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.upuhs.org\/\">UP Medical Education Authority<\/a> \u2013 for Uttar Pradesh health sciences updates.\n    <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n    Also check the official UP NEET counselling portal when the state notice is released. Do not trust unofficial forms, agents, or payment links.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"AFMC_BHU_AMU_%E2%80%94_Special_Admission_Rules\"><\/span>\n    AFMC, BHU, AMU \u2014 Special Admission Rules\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n    Certain institutions under MCC counselling have additional requirements that you should know before applying:\n<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"AFMC_Armed_Forces_Medical_College_Pune\"><\/span>\n    AFMC (Armed Forces Medical College), Pune\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n    Admission to AFMC, Pune is subject to norms set by the <strong>Directorate General of Armed Forces Medical Services, Ministry of Defence<\/strong>. Apart from registering for NEET UG counselling, candidates must also separately apply at <strong>www.afmc.nic.in<\/strong>. Shortlisted candidates must appear for a second-stage Screening Test conducted by AFMC. Counselling is conducted by DGHS.\n<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"BHU_Banaras_Hindu_University_Varanasi\"><\/span>\n    BHU (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n    100% of MBBS and BDS seats at BHU are covered under MCC counselling. Domicile is not required \u2014 any NEET-qualified candidate across India can apply. Reservation follows BHU&#8217;s internal policies.\n<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"AMU_Aligarh_Muslim_University\"><\/span>\n    AMU (Aligarh Muslim University)\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\n    AMU&#8217;s medical seats include an institutional\/internal quota of 50% for Aligarh Muslim University students. The remaining seats are counselled by MCC. Candidates should check AMU&#8217;s specific reservation and eligibility guidelines before applying.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n\n<p>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_%E2%80%94_Your_NEET_UG_2026_Counselling_Roadmap\"><\/span>\n    Conclusion \u2014 Your NEET UG 2026 Counselling Roadmap\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>\n    The <strong>UP NEET UG Counselling 2026<\/strong> process is systematic, transparent, and entirely online \u2014 but it demands your full attention at every step. From registering at mcc.nic.in for 15% AIQ seats to completing UP state counselling through UPUHS for the remaining 85% government seats, every stage has a strict deadline and specific rules.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n    To summarise your action plan:\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"ee665189dd8bbedde4a75ed524f8625ba\">\n        \ud83d\udccc Check your NEET UG 2026 result (expected June 2026)\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e00a3409e98d0c4936a3992c75b4325ed\">\n        \ud83d\udccc Register for MCC counselling from the <strong>4th week of July 2026<\/strong>\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"ecf9be9248234d50d6f9358ad716dc4ad\">\n        \ud83d\udccc Pay the registration and security fee correctly\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e4761d04f6f969639886a184abd1ae373\">\n        \ud83d\udccc Fill and lock your college choices strategically\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e64ad8a41f0a29dfdf2ddc3b92c84ad2d\">\n        \ud83d\udccc Prepare all original documents before the seat allotment result\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e51d5b5bdbf3ed3958a7ca2b2598c5a0c\">\n        \ud83d\udccc Report to the allotted college within the given window\n    <\/li>\n    <li data-list-item-id=\"e895cbbb50464c6b0896a36e02b662267\">\n        \ud83d\udccc Register separately for UP state quota counselling via UPUHS\n    <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n    Whether you are targeting government colleges in Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi, or Meerut, or considering private medical colleges across UP, Matrise Education is here to guide you at every step. Explore the <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/matrise.in\/mbbs.php\"><strong>best MBBS college options<\/strong><\/a> and get personalised counselling support today.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n    &nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<div class=\"mn-faq-wrap\">\n    <h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9D%93_Frequently_Asked_Questions_%E2%80%94_UP_NEET_UG_Counselling_2026\"><\/span>\n        \u2753 Frequently Asked Questions \u2014 UP NEET UG Counselling 2026\n    <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n    <div class=\"mn-faq-item\">\n        <p>\n            <button class=\"mn-faq-q\" onclick=\"mnFAQ(this)\">\n                  From when will NEET UG counselling 2026 start?\n                  <span class=\"mn-faq-icon\">+<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n        <\/p>\n        <div class=\"mn-faq-ans\">\n            MCC NEET UG 2026 counselling is expected to start in the <strong>second week of June 2026<\/strong> following result declaration. Round 1 registration is tentatively expected in the <strong>4th week of July 2026<\/strong>. UP state quota counselling typically begins in <strong>August 2026<\/strong>. Monitor <strong>mcc.nic.in<\/strong> and <strong>upuhs.org<\/strong> for official announcements.\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-faq-item\">\n        <p>\n            <button class=\"mn-faq-q\" onclick=\"mnFAQ(this)\">\n                  Is NEET UG counselling done online?\n                  <span class=\"mn-faq-icon\">+<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n        <\/p>\n        <div class=\"mn-faq-ans\">\n            Yes, NEET UG 2026 counselling is <strong>fully online<\/strong>. Candidates register, fill choices, lock preferences, and check allotment results \u2014 all on the respective official portals. Physical document verification and college reporting happen at the allotted institution. There is no offline registration process.\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-faq-item\">\n        <p>\n            <button class=\"mn-faq-q\" onclick=\"mnFAQ(this)\">\n                  How many rounds are there in NEET UG counselling 2026?\n                  <span class=\"mn-faq-icon\">+<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n        <\/p>\n        <div class=\"mn-faq-ans\">\n            For <strong>15% AIQ seats<\/strong>, MCC conducts <strong>2 main rounds<\/strong>. For <strong>Deemed and Central University seats<\/strong>, there are <strong>3 rounds<\/strong> (Round 1, Round 2, and Mop-Up Round) plus a <strong>Final Stray Vacancy Round<\/strong>. For <strong>UP state quota<\/strong>, there are typically <strong>3 rounds<\/strong> (Round 1, Round 2, and Mop-Up\/Stray Vacancy Round). Total time for the entire counselling process is approximately 3\u20134 months.\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-faq-item\">\n        <p>\n            <button class=\"mn-faq-q\" onclick=\"mnFAQ(this)\">\n                  What is the counselling fee for NEET UG 2026?\n                  <span class=\"mn-faq-icon\">+<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n        <\/p>\n        <div class=\"mn-faq-ans\">\n            For <strong>15% AIQ\/Central Universities<\/strong>: Non-refundable fee is <strong>\u20b91,000 (UR)<\/strong> and <strong>\u20b9500 (SC\/ST\/OBC\/PwD)<\/strong>. Refundable security: <strong>\u20b910,000 (UR)<\/strong> and <strong>\u20b95,000 (SC\/ST\/OBC)<\/strong>. For <strong>Deemed Universities<\/strong>: Non-refundable fee is <strong>\u20b95,000 (all categories)<\/strong> and refundable security is <strong>\u20b92,00,000 (all categories)<\/strong>. Candidates registering for both pay the higher non-refundable fee of \u20b95,000 plus \u20b92,05,000 in security deposits.\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-faq-item\">\n        <p>\n            <button class=\"mn-faq-q\" onclick=\"mnFAQ(this)\">\n                  Can I get MBBS with 50,000 rank in NEET 2026?\n                  <span class=\"mn-faq-icon\">+<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n        <\/p>\n        <div class=\"mn-faq-ans\">\n            With a rank of 50,000, getting MBBS in a government college through 15% AIQ is difficult but not impossible for reserved categories. However, in <strong>UP state quota counselling<\/strong>, this rank may still qualify for a government seat depending on category and college. <strong>Private medical colleges<\/strong> and some <strong>deemed universities<\/strong> remain accessible. Use a college predictor tool for accurate rank-wise analysis.\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-faq-item\">\n        <p>\n            <button class=\"mn-faq-q\" onclick=\"mnFAQ(this)\">\n                  What is the MCC NEET UG counselling 2026 refund process?\n                  <span class=\"mn-faq-icon\">+<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n        <\/p>\n        <div class=\"mn-faq-ans\">\n            The refundable security deposit is returned in these cases: (1) You were not allotted any seat in any round; (2) You exercised free exit in Round 1. If you exit Round 2 without joining, the security is <strong>forfeited<\/strong>. If you join any seat, the security is <strong>adjusted against the first-year college fee<\/strong>. Refunds are credited to the bank account provided during registration, only after counselling concludes.\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"mn-faq-item\">\n        <p>\n            <button class=\"mn-faq-q\" onclick=\"mnFAQ(this)\">\n                  Which are open states for NEET UG counselling 2026?\n                  <span class=\"mn-faq-icon\">+<\/span>\n                <\/button>\n        <\/p>\n        <div class=\"mn-faq-ans\">\n            For <strong>15% AIQ seats<\/strong>, all Indian states except <strong>Jammu &amp; Kashmir<\/strong> participate (J&amp;K is excluded until further notice). For <strong>85% state quota<\/strong>, candidates typically need the <strong>domicile\/residency of that state<\/strong>. Some states like <strong>Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka<\/strong>, etc., have their own specific domicile eligibility rules. 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