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UP NEET UG Counselling 2026: Dates, Registration & Seat Matrix

UP NEET UG Counselling
Vaishali Verma
Content Writer

The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training, Uttar Pradesh conducts UP NEET UG Counselling every year. Applicants who have qualified for NEET UG 2026 exam can apply for UP state counselling. It is the official process through which qualified candidates are allotted seats in medical and dental colleges across Uttar Pradesh. UP NEET counselling is organised online in multiple rounds including Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up and Stray Vacancy Round. Counselling will begin after NEET results are declared. NEET UG Result is declared on 16th July by National Testing Agency on its official portal. Students can select their preferred colleges and courses during process which is based on seat availability, category and NEET rank. Aspirants must visit DGME official website to complete all required procedures. The counselling authority has extended the UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 registration deadline and security deposit payment schedule.

UP NEET UG Counselling Highlights

Particulars

Details

Counselling Name

Uttar Pradesh NEET Counselling 2026

Counselling Body

Director General of Medical Education and Training, Uttar Pradesh

Exam Conducting Authority

National Testing Agency

Type of Counselling

NEET UG Counselling

Courses Offered

MBBS and BDS

NEET 2026 Exam Date

21st June 2026

NEET 2026 Result Date

16th July 2026

Starting Date of Counselling

5th to 12th August 2026

Total Government MBBS Seats

5,700 Seats

Total Private MBBS Seats

7,500 Seats

Total BDS Seats

2,453 Seats

Total Seats (Approx.)

13,200 Seats

Official Website

upneet.gov.in

UP NEET UG Counselling Important Dates

Uttar Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026 dates will be announced by DGME on its official portal. Applicants must follow latest update from counselling authority. The counselling process will start once NEET UG 2026 result is announced. The following table provides a tentative schedule of NEET UG counselling of UP state.

Event

Official Date

UP NEET UG 2026 Counselling Schedule Start Date

August 2026

Round 1 Online Registration Starts

August 7, 2026 (12:00 PM)

Registration Last Date

August 12, 2026

Round 1 Online Registration Revised Date

13th August 2026 (11:00 AM) to 14th August 2026 (up to 2:00 PM)

Registration Fee & Security Money Deposit Date

7th August 2026 to 12th August 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)

Revised Date for Registration Fee & Security Money Deposit Date

13th August 2026 (11:00 AM) to 14th August 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)

Online Choice Filling & Locking

To be notified by DGME UP

Publication of State Merit List

To be announced

Round 1 Seat Allotment Result

To be announced

Reporting to Allotted College

To be announced

UP NEET UG Counselling Eligibility Criteria

Students who qualify for NEET UG exam 2026 must fulfill eligibility requirements to participate in UP NEET UG counselling process. Candidates must meet Uttar Pradesh domicile or state eligibility requirements, provide required documents and pay counselling fee for registration and choice filling process.

Criteria

Details

Nationality

Indian citizens, OCIs and NRIs are eligible.

Domicile Requirement

Must meet Uttar Pradesh state residency criteria for state quota seats.

Qualifying Exam

Completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English.

Minimum Marks in Qualifying Exam

General: 50% 

OBC, SC and ST: 40% 

PwD: 45%

NEET UG Score Requirement

Must have qualified for NEET UG 2026.

Age Limit

Age must be at least 17 years by December 31, 2026

UP NEET UG Counselling Registration Process

Applicants should complete UP NEET Counselling 2026 registration process for admission in medical and dental colleges in Uttar Pradesh. Eligible candidates must visit DGME official website and enter personal or academic information. The following points are essential for completing registration, uploading documents and paying counselling fees.

  • Visit the official DGME UP website.

  • Register with NEET UG 2026 roll number and other required details.

  • Fill in personal, academic and contact information.

  • Upload NEET scorecard, 12th marksheet, domicile certificate and photo ID documents.

  • Pay counselling registration fee online.

  • Review all details before submitting application.

  • Receive registration confirmation through email or SMS.

UP NEET UG Counselling Registration Fees

Candidates participating in Uttar Pradesh Medical counselling process must pay prescribed counselling registration fee. The counselling application fee structure is based on student’s category which is essential for completing registration. The applicable charges for each category are listed below.

Category

Approx. Application Fee (INR)

General and UR

₹1,200 - ₹2,000

OBC

₹1,200 - ₹2,000

EWS

₹1,200 - ₹2,000

SC

₹600 - ₹1,200

ST

₹600 - ₹1,200

UP NEET UG Counselling Required Documents

Candidates must carry all necessary documents for UP NEET UG Counselling process. Correct documents are important to verify students' eligibility, category details and educational qualifications. The following list provides necessary documents required for verification and admission.

  • NEET UG 2026 Admit Card

  • NEET UG 2026 Scorecard

  • UP NEET UG Counselling Registration Slip

  • Allotment Letter

  • Class 10 Marksheet

  • Class 12 Marksheet

  • Domicile Certificate for Uttar Pradesh candidates

  • Category Certificate

  • Valid Photo ID Proof

  • Passport-size Photos

UP NEET UG Counselling Reservation Policy

UP NEET UG counselling reservation policy specifies percentage of seats reserved for different categories. It helps candidates to evaluate their eligibility and chances of admission which is based on NEET 2026 rank and category. This policy includes various reservation categories such as SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwD.

Category

Reservation Percentage

General

50% of state quota seats

OBC

27%

SC

15%

ST

7.5%

EWS

10%

PwD

5% horizontal reservation across all categories

UP NEET UG Merit List 2026

UP NEET merit list 2026 will be published by Directorate of Medical Education for admission to undergraduate medical, dental and AYUSH courses. It will be prepared based on scores in online mode at upneet.gov.in. Around 6,428 MBBS and 2,251 BDS seats in state’s medical and dental colleges will be allotted to eligible students. A separate result cum merit list is released for each counselling round that contains candidate’s state merit rank, personal details, NEET 2026 marks, percentile and All India Rank.

UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Choice Filling Process

Candidates can select their preferred medical and dental colleges and courses through UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 choice filling process. After completing the registration and fee payment, eligible students can fill and lock their choices by logging in to official counselling portal. Applicants are advised to prioritize colleges based on factors such as seat availability, fee structure, location and previous years’ cut-off trends. Once the preferred colleges and courses are selected, aspirants are required to lock their choices. They should also download and save a copy of locked choices for future reference.

UP NEET UG Counselling Rounds

There are multiple rounds of UP NEET MBBS Counselling which are conducted by DGME counselling authority. If candidates are eligible for this round they will get a chance to secure a seat in UP medical college based on their NEET UG 2026 rank, category and preferences.

Name of the Round

Conducting By

Eligibility Criteria

Round 1

DGME UP

NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates who have completed online registration

Round 2

DGME UP

Applicants allotted a seat in Round 1 or those who did not get a seat in Round 1

Mop-Up Round

DGME UP

Students who were not allotted a seat in Round 1 or Round 2

Stray Vacancy Round

DGME UP

Aspirants who remain unallotted or wish to fill remaining seats.

UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Reporting Process

UP NEET UG Counselling reporting process starts after a candidate receives a seat in any round. Reporting to allotted college within the specified timeline is mandatory to confirm admission. They must complete document verification, fee payment and other admission formalities for counselling process. If applicants do not report on time allotted seat may be cancelled. Students should follow reporting guidelines mentioned in allotment letter and keep all required documents.

  • Download the Seat Allotment Letter.

  • Report to allotted college.

  • Carry all original documents for verification.

  • Complete the document verification process.

  • Pay fee as per college norms.

  • Obtain the confirmation receipt.

  • Check the upgrade instructions carefully.

    UP NEET UG Counselling Fee Structure 2026

    Candidates need to pay UP NEET UG counselling fees for admission to medical and dental colleges in Uttar Pradesh. The following table provides counselling fees including application, processing and security deposit charges.

    Particulars

    Approx. Fee (INR)

    Registration Fee

    ₹2,000

    Stray Vacancy Round Registration Fee

    ₹1,000

    Security Deposit (Private)

    ₹2,00,000

    Security Deposit (Government)

    ₹30,000

    Government Medical Colleges Tuition Fee 

    ₹18,000 - ₹83,600

    Private Medical Colleges Tuition Fee

    ₹11,03,932 - ₹17,00,000

    Hostel Fees in Private Colleges

    ₹80,000 - ₹1,50,000 Annually

    Hostel in Government Colleges

    ₹10,000 - ₹30,000 Annually

    UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Seat Matrix

    Candidates can check the availability of MBBS and BDS seats in various colleges through UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Seat Matrix. It includes a category and college-wise seat distribution under State and Management Quota. The seat matrix will be released by counselling authority before each round. Reservation provisions for SC ST OBC, EWS and PwD students are based on state rules. Applicants must be updated on seat matrix for each counselling round, because number of available seats can change due to allotment cancellations and vacancies.

    UP NEET UG Seat Allotment 2026

    UP NEET UG Seat Allotment in Uttar Pradesh 2026 will be held by Directorate General of Medical Education and Training. Each counselling round like Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up and Stray Vacancy is conducted separately for seat allotment. The medical and dental seats are allotted based on candidate’s NEET UG rank, reservation criteria and preferences. Students are advised to access official UP NEET MBBS counselling website for complete details.

    • Visit the UP NEET UG counselling official website.

    • Click on “Seat Allotment Result 2026” link.

    • Enter your registration ID and password.

    • View your allotment status.

    • Download allotment letter for future.

    UP NEET UG Counselling Expected Cutoff 2026

    NEET UG cutoffs are based on various factors such as number of applicants, category, previous years’ trends and total seat availability. Candidates can estimate their NEET scores through UP NEET UG Counselling Expected Cutoff 2026. The category-wise expected cutoffs for NEET UG 2026 in Uttar Pradesh are mentioned below.

    Category

    Qualifying Percentile

    Expected NEET Score Range

    OBC PwD

    40th Percentile

    126 - 113

    UR and EWS

    50th Percentile

    686 - 144

    SC

    40th Percentile

    143 - 113

    ST PwD

    40th Percentile

    126 - 113

    UR, EWS and PwD

    45th Percentile

    143 - 127

    OBC

    40th Percentile

    143 - 113

    SC PwD

    40th Percentile

    126 - 113

    ST

    40th Percentile

    143 - 113

    List of Government Medical Colleges in UP

    Applicants looking for admission to their preferred college can select from top government medical colleges in UP. This information is particularly helpful for candidates seeking seats under UP state quota. The following table provides key details, including college names, established year, total seats and location.

    College Name

    Location

    Established

    Total Seats

    GSVM Medical College

    Kanpur

    1955

    250

    Mahatma Vidur Autonomous State Medical College

    Bijno

    2024

    100

    Government Medical College

    Kannauj

    2012

    100

    Institute of Medical Sciences

    BHU, Varanasi

    1960

    100

    Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences

    Lucknow

    2017

    200

    Autonomous State Medical College 

    Amethi

    2025

    100

    Motilal Nehru Medical College 

    Allahabad

    1961

    200

    King George Medical University

    Lucknow

    1911

    250

    Baba Kina Ram Autonomous State Medical College and Hospital

    Kamalangar, Distt. Chandauil

    2024

    100

    BRD Medical College

    Gorakhpur

    1972

    150

    Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences

    Etawah

    2006

    200

    Autonomous State Medical College Society

    Hardoi

    2021

    100

    Autonomous State Medical College 

    Kanpur Dehat

    2024

    100

    Mahamaya Rajkiya Allopathic Medical College

    Ambedkar Nagar

    2011

    100

    Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College

    Aligarh

    1961

    150

    Autonomous State Medical College Society, 

    Etah

    2021

    100

    Government Medical College & Super Facility Hospital

    Azamgarh

    2013

    100

    Shaik-UL-Hind Maulana Mahmood Hasan Medical College

    Saharanpur

    2015

    100

    Autonomous State Medical College and Hospital

    Kaushambi

    2024

    100

    List of Private Medical Colleges in UP

    Private medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh are approved by National Medical Commission. These institutions offer admission to MBBS and other medical courses based on NEET UG scores. Students can analyze available colleges, seat capacity, location and fee details to make informed decisions throughout counselling process.

    College Name

    Location

    Established

    Total Seats

    Teerthankar Mahaveer Medical College

    Moradabad

    2008

    150

    Shri Siddhi Vinayak Medical College & Hospital

    Sambhal

    2024

    50

    Prasad Institute of Medical Sciences

    Lucknow

    2016

    150

    Subharti Medical College

    Meerut

    1996

    200

    Varun Arjun Medical College

    Shahjahanpur

    2016

    250

    Rama Medical College Hospital & Research Centre

    Hapur

    2011

    250

    G.S. Medical College & Hospital

    Hapur

    2017

    250

    Career Institute of Medical Sciences & Hospital

    Lucknow

    2011

    150

    KMC Medical College & Hospital

    Maharajganj

    2024

    150

    F.H. Medical College & Hospital, Etmadpur

    Agra

    2014

    150

    Saraswati Medical College

    Unnao

    2016

    150

    Hind Institute of Medical Sciences

    Sitapur

    2015

    150

    Ajay Sangaal Institute of Medical Sciences and Ayushman Hospital

    Shamli

    2024

    150

    Hind Institute of Medical Sciences

    Barabanki

    2009

    100

    T S Misra Medical College & Hospital

    Lucknow

    2016

    250

    Rama Medical College & Hospital

    Kanpur

    2008

    150

    Integral Institute of Medical Sciences & Research

    Lucknow

    2013

    150

    Naraina Medical College & Research Centre, Panki

    Kanpur

    2021

    150

    United Institute of Medical Sciences

    Allahabad

    2020

    150

    Muzaffarnagar Medical College

    Muzaffarnagar

    2006

    200

    How to Choose the Best MBBS College in UP?

    Every NEET aspirant wants to choose best college in Uttar Pradesh for medical studies. Students should compare different factors with many government and private colleges available before making a final choice. The points below guide candidates on how to select best college for MBBS in Uttar Pradesh.

    • Find the college’s NMC approval and recognition.

    • Check the college ranking and reputation.

    • Compare fee structure.

    • Review seat intake and previous cut-off trends.

    • Prefer the infrastructure and hospital facilities.

    • Read student reviews and feedback.

      Common Mistakes to Avoid During UP NEET UG Counselling

      Proper planning is essential for eligible students to participate in UP NEET UG counselling process. Candidates should stay updated with official notifications, follow instructions and complete all steps before deadline. Below are some common mistakes that should be avoided during counselling process.

      • Ignoring official updates and counselling schedule

      • Delay in registration or fee payment.

      • Incorrect details or document uploads.

      • Skipping seat matrix and previous cut-offs.

      • Wrong preference order in choice filling.

      • Choices are not locked before deadline.

      • Allotment letter not downloaded.

      • Late reporting with incomplete documents.

      • Lack of clarity about upgradation and exit rules.

      FAQs

      It is the process for allotting MBBS and BDS seats in UP through NEET 2026 scores.

      UP NEET UG counselling is held by the Directorate General of Medical Education and Training, Uttar Pradesh

      Students must have qualified NEET UG 2026 and meet the age, educational and domicile criteria set by the Uttar Pradesh government.

      UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 registration began on August 7, 2026, and the registration window has now been extended from 11:00 PM on August 13 to 2:00 PM on August 14, 2026

      Registration can be completed online on the official Uttar Pradesh NEET UG counselling portal.

      The application fee for counselling varies by category and is payable online during registration.

      NEET admit card, scorecard, class 10 and 12 certificates, ID proof and category documents is necessary for counselling.

      You can modify your choices before the deadline but locked choices cannot be changed.
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