NEET PG 2026 Counselling: Freeze vs float option explained; check reporting rules, documents required and more

National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test for Postgraduate (NEET PG) 2026 counselling round 1 seat allotment list is out, and candidates who are allotted seats must report to their allotted medical colleges from October 26 to November 2, 2026, to complete admission formalities. MCC NEET PG Counselling 2027 Live Updates

MCC released NEET PG Round 1 seat allotment result for October 24, and to complete the admission process, candidates must carry the NEET PG 2026 round 1 reporting documents for verification within the deadline. In case they fail to report on time or meet the admission requirements, it may affect their allotted seat.

The NEET PG 2026 examination was held on August 30 in computer-based mode, and NBEMS has declared the NEET result on September 24.

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NEET PG 2026 Round 1 Reporting: Documents required

Candidates must keep the following documents ready for reporting to their allotted colleges.

• NEET PG 2026 admit card
• NEET PG 2026 scorecard or rank letter
• MCC seat allotment letter
• MBBS degree or provisional certificate
• MBBS marksheets
• Internship completion certificate
• Permanent or provisional medical registration certificate
• Class 10 certificate or other valid proof of date of birth
• Valid photo identity proof
• Recent passport-size photographs
• Caste or category certificate, if applicable
• Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) certificate, if applicable
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) certificate, if applicable
• NRI-related documents, where applicable

Candidates should carry original documents and photocopies and should also check the college's admission instructions for any additional documents.

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NEET PG 2026 Round 1: Admission rules

Candidates should report to the allotted college and complete document verification, fee payment and other admission formalities. They should also download their seat allotment letter and read the instructions before reporting.

Candidates who want to participate in further counselling rounds should carefully check the applicable MCC rules before accepting or retaining their allotted seats. The options available and their consequences depend on the counselling guidelines.

Candidates should also regularly check the MCC website for the revised NEET PG 2026 counselling schedule and reporting instructions related to NEET PG 2026 round 1 counselling.

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What after seat allotment?

Candidates must follow the applicable reporting and admission instructions based on their willingness to accept the allotted seat or seek an upgrade. They can opt for either of the two options below:

• Freeze option: Candidates must physically report to the allotted college for document verification and admission formalities.
• Float option: Those wanting an upgrade in a subsequent round must follow the online document verification process and upload the required documents through the MCC portal.

Candidates should regularly check the MCC website for updates on subsequent counselling rounds, deadlines and seat-upgradation rules.