MCC NEET UG Round 2 Choice Filling is officially underway on the Medical Counselling Committee portal (mcc.nic.in), marking the most pivotal phase of national medical admissions for the 2026-27 academic session. With Round 1 admissions finalized and thousands of candidates opting for institutional upgradation, the second round unlocks massive seat availability across 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats in government medical colleges, 100% seats in 20 AIIMS institutes, JIPMER Puducherry and Karaikal, Central Universities (BHU, AMU, Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi University quota), ESIC medical colleges, and Deemed University medical faculties across India.
For Round 2, the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) and MCC have published a comprehensive tripartite seat matrix comprising 11,302 Clear Vacancies, 12,283 Virtual Vacancies, and 659 Newly Added Seats across MBBS, BDS, and B.Sc. Nursing programmes. Understanding the mathematical dynamics of Virtual Vacancies versus Clear Vacancies is essential for structuring a winning choice preference list. A single miscalculation in choice sequencing or misunderstanding of Round 2 forfeiture rules can result in the loss of security deposits or unintentional seat blocking.
This exhaustive 2026-27 admission manual provides a granular breakdown of the MCC Round 2 counselling schedule, vacancy seat matrix classification, institutional upgrade mechanics, security deposit forfeiture implications, opening and closing cutoff percentile benchmarks across AIIMS and premier state government colleges, annual fee structures across government and deemed medical universities, and step-by-step preference locking protocols.
MCC NEET UG Round 2 Counselling Schedule 2026-27
Candidates participating in Round 2 must adhere strictly to the statutory timeline notified by the Medical Counselling Committee. Unlike state rounds, the MCC central server locks options automatically upon deadline expiry.
| Counselling Event / Milestone | Official Date & Time Window | Key Regulatory Guidelines & Action Items |
|---|---|---|
| Round 2 Fresh Registration & Fee Payment | September 5 to September 8, 2026 | Mandatory for unregistered candidates or Round 1 Free Exit non-registrants |
| Choice Filling Window | September 6 to September 9, 2026 (Active) | Online choice submission across AIQ Govt, AIIMS, Central & Deemed colleges |
| Choice Locking Facility | September 8 (4:00 PM) to September 9, 2026 (10:00 AM) | Candidates must lock choices using OTP; auto-locking applies at deadline |
| Processing of Seat Allotment | September 9 to September 10, 2026 | MCC centralized algorithm evaluates merit rank, category quota & preference |
| Declaration of Round 2 Provisional & Final Result | September 11, 2026 | Provisional allotment list released on mcc.nic.in followed by final letter |
| Physical Reporting at Allotted Colleges | September 12 to September 18, 2026 | Mandatory document verification, fee submission & medical examination |
| Verification of Joined Candidate Data by MCC | September 19 to September 20, 2026 | Institutes share joining data; data shared with State Counselling Authorities |
Deciphering the Round 2 Seat Matrix: Clear Vacancies vs Virtual Vacancies
One of the most widely misunderstood concepts in MCC AIQ counselling is the distinction between Clear Vacancies, Virtual Vacancies, and Newly Added Seats. Candidates must strategically account for all three vacancy pools while constructing their option forms.
| Vacancy Classification | Seat Count (2026) | Definition & Allotment Mechanics | Strategic Choice Filling Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Vacancies | 11,302 Seats | Seats that remained strictly unallotted or were vacated due to Free Exit in Round 1. These seats are 100% available for immediate fresh allotment. | Must form the foundational core of your safe preference choices. |
| Virtual Vacancies | 12,283 Seats | Seats currently occupied by candidates who reported in Round 1 and submitted “Willingness for Upgradation” to Round 2. | These seats become available ONLY IF the occupant gets upgraded to a higher preference. You must fill your dream colleges regardless of whether they appear as virtual or clear vacancies. |
| Newly Added Seats | 659 Seats | Fresh MBBS/BDS/B.Sc. Nursing seats approved by NMC/DCI post Round 1 or newly established government/private medical colleges added to the matrix. | Excellent opportunity for rank-wise cutoffs to relax, especially in newly added government medical colleges. |
| Total Available Pool | 24,244 Seats | Comprehensive national seat matrix across all quotas (AIQ, AIIMS, Deemed, Central). | Enables upward mobility for over 70% of participating candidates. |
Category-Wise AIQ Registration Fees and Security Deposits
Payment of the prescribed registration fee and refundable security deposit is mandatory for activating choice filling. Candidates who registered and paid in Round 1 are not required to pay again unless they wish to opt into the Deemed Universities quota.
| Counselling Quota Selection | Candidate Category | Non-Refundable Registration Fee | Refundable Security Deposit | Total Fee Payable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15% AIQ Govt, Central Universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, ESIC | General / EWS / OBC-NCL | INR 1,000 | INR 10,000 | INR 11,000 |
| 15% AIQ Govt, Central Universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, ESIC | SC / ST / PwD | INR 500 | INR 5,000 | INR 5,500 |
| Deemed Universities (100% All India Seats) | All Categories (Open to All) | INR 5,000 | INR 2,00,000 | INR 2,05,000 |
Candidates can use the All India College Predictor Hub to simulate seat allocation probabilities across government and deemed medical institutes based on their exact NEET UG AIR and category rank.
Round 2 Upgradation Rules and Security Deposit Forfeiture Regulations
The rules governing Round 2 exit and upgradation are significantly stricter than Round 1. Candidates must understand the legal and financial ramifications of each scenario before locking their choices:
- Scenario A — Allotted Seat in Round 2 (Fresh or Upgraded) and Candidate Joins: The candidate reports to the allotted medical college between September 12 and September 18, submits original certificates, and pays the tuition fee. The Round 1 seat (if previously held) is automatically cancelled and transferred to the vacancy pool. The candidate can further opt for Willingness to Upgrade in Round 3.
- Scenario B — Allotted Seat in Round 2 but Candidate Does NOT Join (Exit with Forfeiture): If a candidate is allotted a fresh seat or an upgraded seat in Round 2 and chooses not to report, they will forfeit their refundable security deposit (INR 10,000 for AIQ Govt or INR 2,00,000 for Deemed). However, they remain eligible to participate in Round 3 by registering fresh and paying the security deposit again.
- Scenario C — Candidate Holds Round 1 Seat and Does NOT Get Upgraded in Round 2: The candidate retains their Round 1 allotted seat safely. They may continue studying in the Round 1 college or participate in Round 3 with Willingness to Upgrade.
- Scenario D — Candidate Joins Round 2 Seat and Does NOT Upgrade in Round 3: Once a candidate joins Round 2 and does not exit within the prescribed window, they are barred from participating in State Quota mop-up/Round 2 counselling in accordance with Supreme Court directives on seat blocking.
AIIMS and Top Premier Government Medical Colleges: Round 1 Cutoffs and Round 2 Expected Trends
The table below outlines the Opening and Closing Ranks across General (UR), OBC, EWS, and SC/ST categories for top-tier government medical institutions, serving as an authoritative benchmark for Round 2 choice ordering:
| Medical Institution / College Name | State / UT | Round 1 UR Closing Rank | Round 1 OBC Closing Rank | Round 1 EWS Closing Rank | Round 2 Expected UR Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIIMS New Delhi | Delhi | AIR 47 | AIR 218 | AIR 223 | AIR 55 |
| JIPMER Puducherry (Open AIQ) | Puducherry | AIR 240 | AIR 540 | AIR 810 | AIR 310 |
| Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC) | Delhi | AIR 89 | AIR 360 | AIR 345 | AIR 115 |
| VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital | Delhi | AIR 112 | AIR 410 | AIR 420 | AIR 145 |
| AIIMS Bhubaneswar | Odisha | AIR 491 | AIR 1,020 | AIR 1,250 | AIR 580 |
| AIIMS Jodhpur | Rajasthan | AIR 450 | AIR 980 | AIR 1,180 | AIR 520 |
| AIIMS Rishikesh | Uttarakhand | AIR 710 | AIR 1,450 | AIR 1,620 | AIR 840 |
| AIIMS Bhopal | Madhya Pradesh | AIR 560 | AIR 1,190 | AIR 1,380 | AIR 670 |
| Seth GS Medical College (KEM Hospital) | Maharashtra | AIR 680 | AIR 1,620 | AIR 1,750 | AIR 890 |
| Madras Medical College (MMC Chennai) | Tamil Nadu | AIR 740 | AIR 1,810 | AIR 2,100 | AIR 950 |
| SMS Medical College Jaipur | Rajasthan | AIR 1,050 | AIR 1,890 | AIR 2,240 | AIR 1,320 |
| King George’s Medical University (KGMU) | Uttar Pradesh | AIR 1,180 | AIR 2,040 | AIR 2,390 | AIR 1,480 |
| Bangalore Medical College (BMCRI) | Karnataka | AIR 1,290 | AIR 2,450 | AIR 2,890 | AIR 1,650 |
| IPGMER Kolkata | West Bengal | AIR 2,150 | AIR 3,890 | AIR 4,450 | AIR 2,750 |
| Government Medical College (GMC Kozhikode) | Kerala | AIR 1,840 | AIR 3,200 | AIR 3,950 | AIR 2,350 |
Top Deemed Medical Universities: Fee Matrix and Round 2 Expected Cutoffs
For candidates considering Deemed Medical Universities under 100% All India management quota, annual tuition fees vary significantly. Below is an overview of fees and expected Round 2 cutoffs for leading Deemed institutions:
| Deemed Medical University Name | Location / State | Annual Tuition Fee (INR) | Round 1 NEET Score Cutoff | Round 2 Expected Score Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kasturba Medical College (KMC Manipal) | Manipal, Karnataka | INR 17,80,000 | 585 Marks (AIR 52,400) | 575 – 582 Marks |
| Kasturba Medical College (KMC Mangalore) | Mangalore, Karnataka | INR 17,80,000 | 568 Marks (AIR 64,200) | 558 – 565 Marks |
| Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMSR) | New Delhi | INR 16,00,000 | 592 Marks (AIR 48,100) | 584 – 590 Marks |
| JSS Medical College | Mysore, Karnataka | INR 19,86,000 | 525 Marks (AIR 1,02,400) | 510 – 520 Marks |
| KS Hegde Medical Academy | Mangalore, Karnataka | INR 17,50,000 | 510 Marks (AIR 1,18,000) | 495 – 505 Marks |
| Amrita School of Medicine | Kochi, Kerala | INR 19,00,000 | 502 Marks (AIR 1,26,500) | 488 – 498 Marks |
| SRM Medical College Hospital | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | INR 25,00,000 | 385 Marks (AIR 2,65,000) | 365 – 378 Marks |
| Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College | Pune, Maharashtra | INR 26,50,000 | 315 Marks (AIR 3,85,000) | 290 – 308 Marks |
| MGM Medical College | Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra | INR 21,00,000 | 440 Marks (AIR 1,92,000) | 420 – 435 Marks |
| SBKS Medical College & Research Centre | Vadodara, Gujarat | INR 18,75,000 | 460 Marks (AIR 1,72,000) | 442 – 455 Marks |
For one-on-one expert profiling, state quota cutoff comparison, and customized preference ordering, candidates can Book a Free Admission Counselling Session or browse institutional profiles in the Explore Colleges Directory.
Step-by-Step SOP: How to Fill and Lock Choices for MCC Round 2
Follow this standardized operating procedure to ensure error-free preference locking on the official portal:
- Step 1 — Login to Candidate Console: Navigate to mcc.nic.in, click on “UG Medical Counselling”, and log in with your NEET UG Roll Number and Password.
- Step 2 — Access Choice Filling Console: On your student dashboard, click on “Available Choices” to filter colleges by Quota (All India Quota, AIIMS, Deemed, Central Universities), State, and Institution Type.
- Step 3 — Add and Sequence Choices: Click on “Choice Filling”. Click the green “Add” button beside your desired medical colleges. Utilize the “Move Up” and “Move Down” buttons or the “Interchange Choices” tool to order colleges strictly in descending order of true institutional preference.
- Step 4 — Include Virtual Vacancies: Do NOT omit dream colleges simply because they show 0 Clear Vacancies. If a college has Virtual Vacancies, you MUST list it above lower-preference colleges to capture potential upgrade shifts.
- Step 5 — Save Choices Frequently: Click “Save & Continue” every 10–15 minutes to avoid server session timeouts.
- Step 6 — Choice Locking: During the active locking window (from September 8, 4:00 PM to September 9, 10:00 AM), click on “Lock Choices”. Review your finalized list, accept the undertaking, and generate an OTP sent to your registered mobile number and email ID.
- Step 7 — Download Locked Choice Slip: Upon successful submission, download and print the system-generated PDF containing the cryptographic transaction number and timestamp. Keep multiple copies for physical reporting.
Mandatory Document Checklist for Physical Reporting
Upon declaration of the Round 2 allotment result on September 11, candidates must report to their allotted medical college between September 12 and September 18, 2026 with original documents and two sets of self-attested photocopies:
- Provisional Allotment Letter generated from the MCC website.
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card and Official Scorecard / Rank Letter.
- Class 10th Certificate and Marksheet (as proof of Date of Birth).
- Class 12th Certificate and Marksheet (+2 Higher Secondary qualifying examination).
- Eight (8) recent passport-size photographs (identical to the photograph uploaded on the NEET UG application form).
- Proof of Identity (Aadhaar Card / Passport / PAN Card / Driving License).
- Category / Community Certificate (SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS / PwD) in the central government format issued by a competent authority. (OBC-NCL certificate must be issued as per Central List).
- Migration Certificate, Transfer Certificate (TC), and Character Certificate from the last attended school/college.
- Medical Fitness Certificate issued by an authorized registered medical practitioner.
- Anti-Ragging Affidavits executed by the student and parent on non-judicial stamp paper.
- Security Deposit and Tuition Fee Payment Receipt (Demand Draft or RTGS transaction slip).
Stay updated on concurrent state counselling dynamics by reviewing the Maharashtra NEET UG Round 2 Choice Filling Guide, the Rajasthan NEET UG Round 2 Choice Filling Analysis, the Gujarat NEET UG Round 2 Choice Filling Guide, and our Medical Admissions Category.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What happens if I am allotted a seat in MCC Round 2 and choose not to report?
Answer: If you are allotted a seat in Round 2 and fail to report, it is treated as “Exit with Forfeiture”. Your refundable security deposit (INR 10,000 for AIQ Govt or INR 2,00,000 for Deemed) will be forfeited. However, you can participate in Round 3 by registering fresh and depositing the security fee again.
Q2: What is the difference between Clear Vacancy and Virtual Vacancy in MCC Round 2?
Answer: Clear Vacancies are seats that are 100% vacant because no candidate was allotted or the previous candidate opted for Free Exit. Virtual Vacancies are seats currently held by joined candidates who have applied for upgradation; these seats only become available if the current occupant gets upgraded to a higher-preference college.
Q3: Is choice locking mandatory in MCC Round 2?
Answer: While candidates are strongly advised to manually lock their choices using OTP, MCC implements an automated system locking feature. If you fail to lock your choices manually before September 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM, your last saved choices will be locked automatically by the portal.
Q4: Can I participate in State Quota Round 2 if I join an MCC Round 2 allotted seat?
Answer: As per Supreme Court guidelines, candidate joining data from MCC Round 2 is shared with all State Counselling Authorities. Candidates who join their Round 2 AIQ seat are removed from subsequent state rounds to prevent multi-seat holding.
Q5: Can I upgrade my Round 2 allotted seat to Round 3?
Answer: Yes, candidates who report to their Round 2 allotted college and complete physical admission can submit their Willingness for Upgradation to Round 3 at the time of college reporting.
Q6: Do I need to pay the security deposit again if I participated in Round 1?
Answer: No, candidates who registered and paid the security deposit in Round 1 and did not forfeit it do not need to pay again for Round 2, unless they wish to add Deemed Universities to their eligibility quota.
Q7: How many choices can a candidate fill in MCC Round 2?
Answer: There is no maximum limit on the number of choices. Candidates can fill as many eligible medical, dental, and nursing colleges as they wish across AIQ Govt, AIIMS, JIPMER, Central, and Deemed universities.
Q8: What is the last date for MCC NEET UG Round 2 physical reporting?
Answer: The physical reporting and document verification window at allotted medical colleges is active from September 12 to September 18, 2026.
Q9: Are OBC and EWS certificates verified on the central list during AIQ reporting?
Answer: Yes, for 15% AIQ and Central Universities, OBC-NCL and EWS certificates must strictly conform to Central Government formats and lists. State-only OBC certificates are not valid for Central AIQ seats.
Q10: What is the fee structure for MBBS in AIIMS institutes?
Answer: AIIMS institutes feature nominal tuition and hostel fees, generally totaling approximately INR 5,856 for the entire 5.5-year MBBS course, making them the most cost-effective medical institutions in the country.