NEET PG 2026 · State Counselling · Round 2
State NEET PG Counselling 2026: State-wise Round 2 Schedule, Dates, Fees & Official Websites
MCC’s schedule puts State NEET PG counselling Round 2 between 14 and 23 November 2026. This guide collects, state by state, what is already announced for Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Haryana and Odisha: dates, fees, official websites, and what is still awaited. Anything not yet notified is clearly marked.
How to read this page: Dates marked Official / reported come from the counselling notice as published. Dates marked Awaited have not been notified yet, so we do not guess them. States revise schedules often, so confirm on the official website before acting.
State-wise snapshot (as on 7 November 2026)
| State | Authority / portal | Round 1 | Round 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bihar | BCECEB · bceceboard.bihar.gov.in | Result moved to 6 Nov 2026 (revised) | Dates in original notice, likely to shift |
| Uttar Pradesh | DGME UP · upneet.gov.in | Result 2 Nov; admission till 7 Nov and 12-13 Nov | Awaited (fresh choice filling expected) |
| Rajasthan | State counselling board (SMS Medical College, Jaipur) | Allotment 2 Nov; reporting 3-6 Nov | Awaited |
| Karnataka | KEA · cetonline.karnataka.gov.in | Provisional 5 Nov, final 6 Nov | Awaited (seat matrix to follow) |
| Haryana | DMER Haryana · dmer.haryana.gov.in | Not confirmed on sources checked | Awaited |
| Odisha | DMET Odisha | Not confirmed on sources checked | Awaited |
Round 2 for most states will fall inside the 14-23 November state window set by MCC. Individual dates will appear on each state’s site.
Also read: MCC NEET PG Round 2 Counselling 2026, INI-CET November 2026 Result, Bihar and UP NEET PG counselling guides.
MCC and State counselling timeline (Round 1 and Round 2)
State counselling (all states)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| State Round 1 | 21 Oct – 2 Nov 2026 |
| Last date of joining, Round 1 | 10 Nov 2026 |
| Round 1 joined-candidate data shared by states | 11 Nov 2026 |
| State Round 2 | 14 Nov – 23 Nov 2026 |
| Last date of joining, Round 2 | 30 Nov 2026 |
| Round 2 joined-candidate data shared by states | 1 Dec 2026 |
MCC Round 2 (50% All India Quota, deemed and central universities)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Seat matrix verification | 6-7 Nov 2026 |
| Registration and fee payment | 6-11 Nov 2026 (payment closes 3 PM, 11 Nov) |
| Choice filling | 7-12 Nov 2026 |
| Choice locking | 4 PM 11 Nov to 10 AM 12 Nov |
| Seat allotment process | 12-13 Nov 2026 |
| Round 2 result | 14 Nov 2026 |
| Reporting and joining | 16-23 Nov 2026 |
| Joined-candidate verification | 24 Nov 2026 |
The MCC Round 2 schedule was postponed and compressed. Different sites show slightly different registration start dates (6 or 7 Nov), so confirm the final timing on mcc.nic.in.
Bihar NEET PG counselling 2026 (PGMAC)
Bihar PG medical admission is run by the BCECEB through PGMAC-2026. Round 1 registration and choice filling closed on 31 October. The Round 1 result was revised from 4 November to 6 November 2026 (notice ADV_PGMAC26_03).
Round 1 (revised)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration | 22 – 28 Oct 2026 |
| Rank card published | 30 Oct 2026 |
| Choice filling and locking closed | 31 Oct 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Provisional seat allotment result | 6 Nov 2026 (earlier 4 Nov) |
| Allotment order download | 6 – 12 Nov 2026 |
| Document verification and admission | Up to 12 Nov 2026 |
Round 2 (as in the original notice, may shift)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Free exit (resignation from Round 1) | 17 – 18 Nov 2026 |
| Choice filling opens | 19 Nov 2026 |
| Choice filling and locking close | 21 Nov 2026 |
| Provisional seat allotment result | 25 Nov 2026 |
| Allotment order download | 25 – 30 Nov 2026 |
| Document verification and admission | 27 – 30 Nov 2026 |
Important: Because Round 1 was pushed back by two days, the Round 2 dates above are likely to move. Reports say the rest of the schedule is currently unchanged but may shift. The notice generally does not allow fresh registration for Round 2, unless a new institution or branch is added.
Fees and security deposit (as reported)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Counselling fee (non-refundable), all categories | Rs 2,200 |
| Government colleges: UR / EWS | Rs 25,000 |
| Government colleges: SC / ST / EBC / BC | Rs 12,500 |
| Private colleges (or mixed choices), all categories | Rs 2,00,000 |
Fee details are from a third-party summary of the BCECEB notice. Verify on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in (PGMAC-2026 section).
👉 Read the full Bihar NEET PG Counselling 2026 (PGMAC) guide — Round 1 result, closing ranks, Round 2 schedule and fees.
UP NEET PG counselling 2026 (UPDGME)
The Directorate General of Medical Education (DGME), Uttar Pradesh, runs state-quota counselling for MD, MS, Diploma and DNB seats. The Round 1 schedule was notified on 17 October 2026.
Round 1
| Event | Date and time |
|---|---|
| Registration opens | 21 Oct 2026, 2 PM |
| Registration closes | 26 Oct 2026, 11 AM |
| Fee payment deadline | 26 Oct 2026, 2 PM |
| Merit list | 26 Oct 2026 |
| Choice filling | 26 Oct, 5 PM to 30 Oct, 5 PM |
| Seat allotment result | 2 Nov 2026 |
| Allotment letter download and admission | 3 – 7 Nov and 12 – 13 Nov 2026 |
Round 2: awaited. It follows Round 1, includes vacant seats and needs fresh choice filling. Watch upneet.gov.in and dgme.up.gov.in.
Fees (as reported)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration fee (non-refundable) | Rs 3,000 |
| Security deposit: government medical colleges | Rs 30,000 |
| Security deposit: private medical colleges | Rs 2,00,000 |
| Government and private together | Rs 2,00,000 |
| Private dental colleges (MDS) | Rs 1,00,000 |
Domicile: Government college state-quota seats are generally for UP-domiciled candidates or those who completed MBBS in UP. Other candidates can usually apply for private college seats. Read the official prospectus for the exact rule.
👉 Read the full UP NEET PG Counselling 2026 (UPDGME) guide — Round 1 result, Round 2, fees and eligibility.
Rajasthan NEET PG counselling 2026
Round 1 is complete up to reporting. Reporting and document verification took place at SMS Medical College, Jaipur. The academic session begins on 20 November 2026. The schedule for later rounds is yet to be announced.
| Event (Round 1) | Date |
|---|---|
| Application and seat matrix | 18 Oct 2026 |
| Application deadline | 23 Oct 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Security deposit and choice filling | 19 – 29 Oct 2026 (auto-lock 11:45 PM, 29 Oct) |
| Provisional merit list | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Provisional allotment list | 2 Nov 2026 |
| Allotment letter, fee and reporting | 3 – 6 Nov 2026 |
Fees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application fee | Rs 4,000 (Rs 3,000 for SC / ST / ST-STA of Rajasthan) |
| Security deposit: government seats | Rs 1,00,000 |
| Security deposit: management seats in government society colleges and RUHS CMS | Rs 2,00,000 |
| Security deposit: MD/MS in private colleges | Rs 5,00,000 |
Tuition fee for one year is payable by NEFT/RTGS during the reporting window. The notice does not give the amount in the source we used.
Karnataka NEET PG counselling 2026 (KEA)
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) declared the provisional Round 1 result on 5 November and the final result on 6 November 2026. Round 2 dates and the Round 2 seat matrix will be published on cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Karnataka is expected to be among the states with the most PG seats, so Round 2 is closely watched.
Tip: Check the Round 2 seat matrix first. New seats and seats left vacant after Round 1 decide what is realistic for your rank.
Haryana and Odisha NEET PG counselling 2026
Haryana: Round 1 and Round 2 dates were not confirmed on the sources we checked. Keep an eye on dmer.haryana.gov.in and the counselling portal named in the official notice.
Odisha: Counselling is handled by DMET Odisha. Round 2 dates, seat matrix and result are yet to be confirmed. Treat any date you see on third-party sites as unconfirmed until it appears on the official portal.
State-wise PG seats (unofficial NMC-based figures)
An educator’s analysis of the NMC seat matrix reported about 68,305 MD/MS/Diploma seats across India. This is not the official MCC seat matrix, which is still awaited, and numbers will change as more seats are added in later rounds.
| State | Seats (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Karnataka | 8,999 |
| Maharashtra | 7,682 |
| Tamil Nadu | 6,819 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 4,316 |
| Gujarat | 4,054 |
| Rajasthan | 3,950 |
| Kerala | 2,306 |
| Bihar | 1,671 |
| Delhi | 1,467 |
| Haryana | 1,126 |
Source: educator video analysis of an NMC seat matrix (Nov 2026). Treat as indicative only.
Round 2 checklist for state counselling
- Confirm your Round 1 status and the joining deadline. Round 1 joining closes 10 November.
- Check the Round 2 rule for your state: fresh registration, fresh choice filling, or free exit.
- Watch the security deposit rules for forfeiture and refunds before you resign a seat.
- Keep documents ready: NEET PG scorecard, MBBS marksheets, internship certificate, registration certificate, domicile and category certificates.
- Track MCC and state dates together, since their windows overlap between 14 and 23 November.
Official websites and PDFs
The Round 2 schedule PDF is a copy hosted by a coaching site. For the original notice, use the MCC website.
State NEET PG Counselling 2026: FAQs
When is State NEET PG counselling Round 2 2026?
As per the MCC counselling schedule, State counselling Round 2 runs from 14 November to 23 November 2026, with the last date of joining on 30 November 2026. Individual states announce their own registration, choice-filling and result dates within this window.
Is fresh registration needed for state Round 2?
It depends on the state. In Bihar, the notice does not normally allow fresh registration for Round 2 unless a new institution or branch is added. In Uttar Pradesh, Round 2 involves fresh choice filling. Always follow the rule in your state’s official notice.
Which is the official website for UP NEET PG counselling 2026?
Registration, choice filling and allotment are on upneet.gov.in, and official notifications are on dgme.up.gov.in.
What is the Bihar NEET PG (PGMAC) 2026 registration fee and security deposit?
The non-refundable counselling fee is Rs 2,200. The refundable security deposit is Rs 25,000 for UR/EWS and Rs 12,500 for SC/ST/EBC/BC in government colleges, and Rs 2,00,000 for private colleges, per the BCECEB notice as reported by third-party sources. Verify on the official site.
What is the Rajasthan NEET PG 2026 security deposit?
For Round 1, Rs 1,00,000 for government seats, Rs 2,00,000 for management seats in government society colleges and RUHS CMS, and Rs 5,00,000 for MD/MS seats in private colleges. The application fee was Rs 4,000 (Rs 3,000 for eligible SC/ST candidates).
Can I take part in both MCC and state counselling?
Yes. MCC covers the 50% All India Quota plus deemed and central university seats, while state counselling covers the state quota. Candidates can usually apply to both, but each has its own registration, fee and joining rules.
Where do I get the official state counselling dates?
Always from the official counselling authority’s website or its notice PDF. Dates reported by coaching and news sites can change after a revised notice, so confirm before you act.
Disclaimer: Information compiled from official notices as reported by news and education websites on 7 November 2026. Schedules and fees can change. Always confirm on the official website of the counselling authority.
