Status (as of 17 October 2026): MCC NEET PG Counselling 2026 is under way. As per mcc.nic.in (updated 15 October 2026), new registration for Round 1 is open and choice filling has resumed. The AIQ and State Counselling Schedule PG 2026 and the PG Information Bulletin 2026 are available on the MCC website.

What MCC Covers

• 50% All India Quota seats in government medical colleges

• Deemed universities and central universities

• Central Institute Internal Quota seats

• Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) seats

• DNB seats

Counselling Rounds (As Reported for 2026)

Round dates are as reported; always follow the official MCC schedule, which can change.

Steps

1. Register on mcc.nic.in and pay the registration fee and security deposit.

2. Fill and lock choices in order of preference.

3. Check the seat allotment result.

4. Report to the allotted college with documents within the deadline.

5. Participate in later rounds for upgrades as per MCC rules.

Key Takeaways

• MCC handles AIQ, deemed, central, AFMS and DNB seats.

• Round 1 registration and choice filling are open (October 2026).

• Follow the official MCC schedule for each round.

Pro Tip: Lock your choices well before the deadline and keep a printout of the locked choice list.

Need Help with NEET PG Counselling?

Confused about choice filling, AIQ vs state quota, or which branch and college fit your rank? Eduspray’s counsellors can help you plan MCC and state counselling. Reach out to the Eduspray team for personalised guidance.

Source: MCC PG Medical Counselling page (mcc.nic.in, updated 15.10.2026); round periods as reported (secondary)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who conducts NEET PG counselling?

Is NEET PG counselling 2026 open?

How many rounds are there in MCC PG counselling?

The remaining 50% state quota seats in government colleges, and seats in private colleges within each state, are filled through state counselling conducted by the respective state authorities using NEET PG scores.

How State Counselling Works

• Each state publishes its own notification, eligibility (often domicile-based), merit list and seat matrix.

• Candidates register separately on the state counselling portal.

• Rounds generally follow the AIQ and State Counselling Schedule issued with MCC.

• Private college seats in the state (management/NRI quotas) are usually filled through state counselling.

AIQ vs State Quota

Key Takeaways

• State quota covers 50% of government seats plus state private seats.

• Domicile rules apply in most states.

• Register separately for each state counselling.

Pro Tip: Check your state’s domicile and document rules early — many candidates lose state quota options due to missing certificates.

Source: NBEMS NEET-PG page; MCC AIQ and State Counselling Schedule PG 2026 (mcc.nic.in)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is state quota in NEET PG?

Do I need domicile for state quota?

Can I join both MCC and state counselling?