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NEET UG Counselling
NEET UG Counselling 2026: MCC & State Rounds Explained
Your NEET rank becomes a seat through counselling. Learn how MCC and state rounds work, what to keep ready, and how to choose between government, private and deemed colleges.
- AIQ, deemed & central seats
- MCC
- 85% quota & private seats
- State
- Rounds plus stray vacancy
- 3 + 1
- Choice-filling support
- 1:1
How NEET UG Counselling Works
The same steps apply to MBBS, BDS and AYUSH courses, through MCC and state processes alike.
Registration
Register for MCC or state counselling with your NEET details and pay the fee.
Choice filling
Choose colleges based on your rank, budget, state quota and realistic chances.
Choice locking
Check every choice carefully and lock your preferences before the deadline.
Seat allotment
Seats are allotted by NEET rank, reservation, preferences and availability.
Document verification
Carry all original documents for verification at the allotted college.
Final admission
Pay the fees and report to the allotted college to confirm your seat.
MCC vs State Counselling
| Feature | MCC counselling | State counselling |
|---|---|---|
| Conducted by | Medical Counselling Committee | State counselling authority |
| Seats | 15% AIQ, deemed and central universities, AIIMS, JIPMER | 85% state quota and private colleges |
| Who can apply | All NEET-qualified candidates | As per the state's domicile rules |
| Rounds | Round 1, 2, 3 and a stray vacancy round | Several rounds, set by each state |
| Where to apply | MCC's official portal | The state authority's official portal |
AYUSH seats (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS) follow the same pattern, with AACCC in place of MCC.
Government, Private or Deemed?
Private colleges
More seats and modern infrastructure at higher fees, mostly filled through state counselling.
Deemed universities
Admission through MCC, open to all states, with premium facilities and more forgiving cutoffs.
MBBS vs BDS vs AYUSH
| Course | Duration | Career | Counselling |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | 5.5 years | Doctor | MCC and state |
| BDS | 5 years | Dentist | MCC and state |
| AYUSH (BAMS, BHMS and others) | 5.5 years | Ayurveda, homoeopathy and other systems | AACCC and state |
Documents to Keep Ready
- NEET UG scorecard and admit card
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Aadhaar card or another photo ID
- Passport-size photographs
- Domicile certificate (for state quota)
- Caste or category certificate (if applicable)
- Income or EWS certificate (if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
How Guidance Hub Helps
College prediction
A shortlist based on previous years' closing ranks.
Expert counselling
One-to-one guidance from experienced admission counsellors.
Choice-filling plan
A well-ordered list for every round you take part in.
Documents and deadlines
Reminders and checks so nothing is missed.
Related Guides
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Every candidate who qualifies NEET UG and meets the eligibility criteria of the course and counselling process.