NEET PG 2026 · MCC Counselling · Round 2
MCC NEET PG Round 2 Counselling 2026: Dates, 9,837 New Seats, Choice Filling, Fees & Full Process
MCC has released the approved Round 2 seat matrix for NEET PG 2026, and the total MD/MS, deemed and private seats have jumped by about 9,837 (16.8%). Here is everything you need for Round 2 — the schedule, how many seats were added branch-wise, choice filling and locking, security deposit, free-exit rules and what to do after the result.
MCC NEET PG Round 2 Counselling 2026 schedule
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts the All India Quota (AIQ) NEET PG counselling for 50% AIQ, central universities, deemed universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, ESIC and other institutes. As per the latest (tentative/revised) Round 2 schedule, the important dates are:
| Activity | Dates (2026) |
|---|---|
| Seat matrix verification by institutes | 6 – 7 November |
| Candidate registration & fee payment | 6 – 11 November (payment up to 3 PM on 11 Nov) |
| Choice filling | 7 – 12 November |
| Choice locking | 11 November (4 PM) – 12 November (10 AM) |
| Seat allotment processing | 12 – 13 November |
| Round 2 seat allotment result | 14 November |
| Reporting & joining at allotted college | 16 – 23 November |
| Verification of joined candidates by institutes | 24 November |
Important: MCC marks these dates as tentative and can revise them through a notice. Bookmark mcc.nic.in and check it daily during the counselling window.
How many seats increased in Round 2 — about 9,837 new seats
Comparing the NMC approved seat matrix released on 29 September 2026 (before Round 1) with the fresh approved matrix released on 6 November 2026 (before Round 2), the total number of MD, MS, deemed and private seats has risen from 58,468 to 68,305 — an increase of about 9,837 seats (16.8%). The NBE DNB and DNB Diploma seats are over and above this and are still to be added.
| Category | Before Round 1 (29 Sep) | Before Round 2 (6 Nov) | Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government colleges | 30,033 | 34,473 | +4,440 |
| Private colleges | 20,923 | 24,732 | +3,809 |
| Deemed universities | 7,512 | 9,100 | +1,588 |
| Total (MD/MS + Deemed + Private) | 58,468 | 68,305 | +9,837 (16.8%) |
Where did the government seats come from?
The biggest share of the increase is in government colleges:
- 5,720 seats added in existing courses across 347 government colleges.
- 81 new government colleges are participating in Round 2, bringing 2,426 seats.
- 1,774 seats come from new branches opened in old colleges.
- 83 seats were withdrawn/reduced in some courses — so not everything only went up.
Note: The figures above are based on the approved seat matrix dated 6 November 2026. MCC’s final Round 2 seat matrix may differ slightly, so treat these as near-final numbers.
Branch-wise seat increase in NEET PG Round 2 2026
Clinical branches like Radiology, General Medicine, Dermatology, OBG and Paediatrics are always in high demand. Here is how the most-wanted branches gained seats between the 29 September and 6 November matrices:
| Branch | 29 Sep seats | 6 Nov seats | Increase (all colleges) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Medicine | 6,143 | 6,983 | +840 |
| Obstetrics & Gynaecology (OBG) | 4,690 | 5,466 | +776 |
| General Surgery | — | — | +758 |
| Anaesthesiology | — | — | +747 |
| Orthopaedics | — | — | +710 |
| Paediatrics | — | — | +690 |
| Pathology | — | — | +599 |
| Radiodiagnosis (Radiology) | — | — | +544 |
| Community Medicine | — | — | +427 |
| Dermatology | — | — | +399 |
Seat increase in government colleges only (top clinical branches)
| Branch | Total increase (all colleges) | Increase in government colleges |
|---|---|---|
| Radiodiagnosis | 544 | 129 |
| Dermatology | 399 | 91 |
| Ophthalmology | 369 | 90 |
| ENT | 355 | 95 |
| Psychiatry | 291 | 73 |
What this means for you: More government seats in high-demand branches like Radiology, Dermatology and Psychiatry can push closing ranks slightly higher (i.e., a better chance) in Round 2 than in Round 1. Fill your choices generously and in true order of preference.
Round 2 registration & choice filling — your Round 1 choices are void
This is the single most important thing to understand about Round 2:
All choices filled in Round 1 become void in Round 2. Every candidate must fill a fresh set of preferences and lock them again in Round 2 — even if you want the same colleges as before. If you do not lock, the system auto-locks your filled choices when the window closes, but you should always lock manually.
Who needs to register again?
- Did not register in Round 1: You must do a fresh registration and pay the fee in the 6–11 November window.
- Registered in Round 1 but got no seat, or took a free exit / did not report: You usually do not need to register again — you can directly fill fresh choices for Round 2. (Confirm in the official Round 2 notice.)
- Joined a Round 1 seat and want to upgrade: You can take part in Round 2 for a better seat — see the upgrade section below.
Steps for choice filling
- Log in at mcc.nic.in with your NEET PG credentials and pay the registration fee + refundable security deposit.
- Add colleges/courses from the Round 2 seat matrix into your choice list.
- Arrange them in your true order of preference (most-wanted on top).
- Lock your choices before the deadline and save/print the locked choice sheet.
How seat upgrade works in Round 2
If you were allotted a seat in Round 1 and joined it, you can still try for a better (higher-preference) seat in Round 2. This is called upgradation.
- Participate in Round 2 and fill only the choices that are better than your current seat, in order of preference.
- If you get an upgrade, your Round 1 seat is automatically cancelled and you must join the new seat.
- If you do not get an upgrade, you keep your existing Round 1 seat — there is no penalty for trying to upgrade, as long as you followed the rules.
- If you are satisfied with your Round 1 seat and do not want to risk a change, simply do not take part in Round 2.
Upgrade mechanics can vary by round and category. Read the exact wording in the official MCC Round 2 notice before deciding.
Registration fee & security deposit for NEET PG 2026 counselling
You pay a non-refundable registration fee plus a refundable security deposit. The security deposit is returned (as per MCC’s refund rules) to the same account it was paid from, unless it is forfeited for breaking an exit rule.
| Counselling type | Category | Registration fee (non-refundable) | Security deposit (refundable) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All India Quota (government/central/AIQ) | UR / EWS | ₹1,000 | ₹25,000 |
| SC / ST / OBC / PwD | ₹500 | ₹10,000 | |
| Deemed Universities | All categories | ₹5,000 | ₹2,00,000 |
Figures are as per the 2026 counselling bulletin. Always confirm the exact amount for your category in the official MCC information bulletin before paying.
Free exit & security-deposit forfeiture rules
- After Round 1: You can take a free exit and move to Round 2 without your security deposit being forfeited (your deposit stays safe for the next round).
- Resigning / exiting in Round 2: If you join a Round 2 seat and then resign, or exit without joining after the free-exit window, your security deposit can be forfeited, and you must register again (with full fee) to take part in Round 3.
- Not reporting to an allotted seat: Failing to report to a seat you were allotted (when it is not a free-exit situation) can also lead to forfeiture of the security deposit and may affect participation in later rounds.
Golden rule: Only fill a choice in Round 2 if you are genuinely willing to join it. Locking a seat you do not actually want can cost you your security deposit.
Documents required for Round 2 reporting
Carry the originals plus two sets of self-attested photocopies when you report to your allotted college:
- NEET PG 2026 admit card and scorecard/result
- MCC Round 2 provisional seat allotment letter
- MBBS degree / provisional certificate
- MBBS and Internship completion certificate
- Permanent / provisional medical registration certificate (MCI/NMC or State Medical Council)
- Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and certificates (for date of birth)
- All MBBS year-wise marksheets
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS), if applicable
- PwD certificate from a designated centre, if applicable
- Valid photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport)
- Recent passport-size photographs (same as on the application)
The exact checklist can vary by college. Keep extra photocopies and photographs ready to avoid last-minute trouble.
What to do after the Round 2 seat allotment result
- Download your allotment letter from mcc.nic.in on the result date (expected 14 November).
- Check every detail — college, course, category and quota — on the letter.
- Report and join at the allotted college within the reporting window (16–23 November) with all original documents.
- Decide on upgrade: if you want to try for a better seat in Round 3, understand the resignation/forfeiture rules first.
- If you did not get a seat, wait for the Round 3 and stray vacancy schedule and the fresh seat matrix.
MCC NEET PG Round 2 Counselling 2026 — FAQs
As per the tentative schedule, registration and payment are open from 6 to 11 November 2026, and choice filling from 7 to 12 November 2026.
No. All Round 1 choices become void. You must fill a fresh set of preferences and lock them again in Round 2, even for the same colleges.
About 9,837 MD/MS, deemed and private seats were added (a 16.8% rise), taking the total from 58,468 to 68,305. Government seats alone went up by 4,440, with 81 new government colleges joining Round 2. DNB seats are still to be added.
Yes. Take part in Round 2 and fill only choices better than your current seat. If you get an upgrade, your old seat is cancelled; if not, you keep your Round 1 seat.
No. A free exit after Round 1 does not forfeit your deposit. But resigning or not reporting in Round 2 (outside the free-exit window) can lead to forfeiture.
The Round 2 seat allotment result is expected on 14 November 2026, with reporting from 16 to 23 November 2026.
Disclaimer: This article is for information only. All dates, seat numbers and rules are based on the latest MCC/NMC notices available on 7 November 2026 and are subject to change. Always verify details on the official MCC website (mcc.nic.in) before taking any decision.
