The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) will start NEET UG 2026 counselling registration on August 5 . The registration is for admissions to MBBS, BDS, and BSc Nursing programs. This applies to the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) and other participating institutions.
Counselling Fees Explained
Candidates must pay a registration fee and a security deposit. These payments vary by category and counselling type. The registration fee is non-refundable. The security deposit is refundable if candidates follow counselling rules.
Registration Fee Structure
The registration fee is mandatory for participation. It is not returned, even if a seat is not secured.
| Counselling Category | Registration Fee (Non-Refundable) |
| AIQ/Central Universities: General/EWS | Rs 1,000 |
| AIQ/Central Universities: SC/ST/OBC/PwD | Rs 500 |
| Deemed Universities (All Categories) | Rs 5,000 |
Security Deposit Details
The security deposit is a refundable amount. It is returned if candidates adhere to MCC guidelines throughout the counselling process.
| Counselling Category | Refundable Security Deposit |
| AIQ/Central Universities: General/EWS | Rs 10,000 |
| AIQ/Central Universities: SC/ST/OBC/PwD | Rs 5,000 |
| Deemed Universities (All Categories) | Rs 2,00,000 |
Payment Methods
Candidates can pay fees online. Payment is accepted via debit card, credit card, net banking, and UPI. Use the official MCC counselling portal. Download and save the payment receipt.
Counselling Process Overview
The NEET UG counselling involves registration and fee payment. Candidates then fill and lock choices. Seat allotment follows. Document verification and reporting to the allotted institute complete the process. Admissions depend on NEET UG rank, category, seat availability, and preferences. Registration for Round 1 begins August 5. Candidates must meet the timeline.
