The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh, has officially notified the comprehensive UP NEET Choice Filling Schedule 2026 (Notification No. ME-3/2026/1605 dated September 1, 2026) for Round 1 of online undergraduate medical and dental counselling. In accordance with the national counselling timetable released by the Medical Counseling Committee (MCC), New Delhi, the online choice filling and locking module is now active on the official portals upneet.gov.in and www.dgme.up.gov.in for 85% State Quota government MBBS/BDS seats and 100% seats in private unaided medical and dental colleges across Uttar Pradesh.
Crucially, the choice filling process coincides with the newly sanctioned Academic Session 2026–27 Private MBBS and BDS Fee Revision Orders issued by the Department of Medical Education, Government of Uttar Pradesh (Government Orders No. 175/71-4099/89/2026 to 209/71-4099/89/2026 for MBBS and No. 139/71-4099/91/2026 to 157/71-4099/91/2026 for BDS). Candidates across India participating in UP NEET counselling must build their preference lists using these newly notified 2026–27 annual tuition fees and overall 4.5-year budget packages. To assess your admission chances based on your NEET score, visit our All India College Predictor Hub and explore detailed institution profiles via the Explore Colleges Directory.
Official UP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Choice Filling Timeline (DGME Notification No. 1605)
The DGME Uttar Pradesh has notified the exact dates and timings for Round 1 choice filling, locking, seat allotment declaration, and physical reporting at designated nodal centers. Candidates must strictly follow this official schedule:
| S.No. | Counselling Event and Description | Official Schedule and Timings (As per DGME Order) | Official Authority Portal |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Date of Online Choice Filling and Mandatory Locking | 02 September, 2026 (From 05:00 PM) to 05 September, 2026 (Till 05:00 PM) | upneet.gov.in |
| 2 | Date of Declaration of Result of Seat Allotment | 07 September, 2026 | upneet.gov.in / dgme.up.gov.in |
| 3 | Date for Downloading Allotment Letters and Admission Process | 08 September, 2026 to 14 September, 2026 | Designated Govt Nodal Centers / upneet.gov.in |
| – | Official Departmental Helpline Numbers | 8189011696, 8189011697, 8189011698, 8189011699, 8189011700 | DGME UP Helpdesk |
Prerequisites for Choice Filling: Security Money and Verification Rules
Before proceeding with choice submission on upneet.gov.in, candidates must verify their payment clearance and document verification status. The online choice-filling portal dynamically enables college options based on the candidate’s verified security deposit tier:
- Non-Refundable Registration Fee: ₹2,000 paid during the initial online registration process.
- Government Medical and Dental Colleges Security Deposit: Candidates choosing only Government Medical Colleges (MBBS) and Government Dental Colleges (BDS) must have deposited ₹30,000 as refundable security money.
- Private Medical Colleges (MBBS) Security Deposit: Candidates selecting Private Medical Colleges for MBBS (which automatically includes eligibility for all Government MBBS and BDS seats) must have deposited ₹2,00,000 as refundable security money.
- Private Dental Colleges (BDS) Security Deposit: Candidates opting for Private Dental Colleges for BDS (which also covers Government BDS seats) must have deposited ₹1,00,000 as refundable security money.
- Combined Option (Private MBBS and Private BDS): Depositing ₹2,00,000 grants full choice-filling access across all government and private medical and dental institutions in Uttar Pradesh.
If your security deposit reflects as “Unverified” or “Pending” on your candidate dashboard, contact the official DGME helpdesk numbers (8189011696 to 8189011700) immediately before the portal closes at 5:00 PM on September 5, 2026.
Standard Mandatory Non-Tuition Fee Structure Fixed by UP Government (2026–27)
When calculating the overall budget for pursuing MBBS or BDS in Uttar Pradesh private institutions, parents and students must account for standardized non-tuition fee components regulated uniformly across all private colleges under Clause 4 of the state government orders:
| Fee Component Category | Compulsory Amount Fixed for MBBS | Compulsory Amount Fixed for BDS | Payment Frequency and Refund Policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Security Deposit (Caution Money) | Rs. 3,00,000/- | Rs. 1,00,000/- | One-Time at admission; 100% refundable after internship completion. |
| Non-AC Hostel Fee (Double Occupancy) | Rs. 1,50,000/- per year | Rs. 85,000/- per year | Annual fee; inclusive of standard 4-time mess meals. |
| AC Hostel Fee (Double Occupancy) | Rs. 1,75,000/- per year | Rs. 1,05,000/- per year | Optional subject to room availability; inclusive of electricity and meals. |
| Miscellaneous Mandatory Annual Charges | Rs. 85,600/- per year | Rs. 40,000/- per year | Annual; covers University Enrollment, Examination, Sports, Library, and Lab funds. |
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Fill and Lock Choices on upneet.gov.in
Follow this precise step-by-step procedure to ensure your choices are registered and submitted correctly on the DGME portal:
Step 1: Portal Login and Authentication
Visit upneet.gov.in or www.dgme.up.gov.in. Click on the “Choice Filling / Locking” tab. Select your course (UG Medical / Dental), enter your NEET UG Roll Number, Application Number, and Password, and enter the captcha.
Step 2: Reviewing Eligible College Streams
The system displays your candidate profile along with the eligible quota streams enabled by your deposited security money. Click on “Fill Choices” to view available colleges.
Step 3: Filtering Institutions and Adding Choices
Filter colleges by management type (Government, Private, Minority) and course (MBBS or BDS). Click “Add” next to each institution to move it to your “Selected Preferences” list.
Step 4: Reordering Preferences in Strict Priority Order
The centralized seat allotment algorithm evaluates choices sequentially from Choice #1 downward. Arrange your colleges in strict order of merit preference using the “Move Up” and “Move Down” controls.
Step 5: Frequent Saving (Save and Continue)
Click “Save and Continue” frequently after adding or rearranging choices to prevent data loss due to server session timeouts.
Step 6: OTP Verification and Mandatory Choice Locking
CRITICAL DEADLINE RULE: Saving choices is not sufficient. You must explicitly click “Lock Choices” before 5:00 PM on September 5, 2026. Generate the OTP sent to your registered mobile number and email, enter it, and submit. Unlocked choices are automatically rejected by the system and will not be allotted any seat.
Step 7: Download and Print Locked Choice Slip
Download and print the official “Locked Choice Confirmation Slip” containing your choice hierarchy and digital timestamp for verification at the nodal center.
Strategic Preference Ordering Matrix for Government Medical Colleges in UP
Candidates eligible for the 85% State Quota should organize their government medical college preferences based on institutional reputation, patient volume, hospital bed capacity, PG seat availability, and location.
| Recommended Preference Tier | College Name and Location | Institution Type | Total MBBS Seats (Approx.) | Key Clinical and Academic Strengths |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 (Priority 1) | King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow | State Medical University | 250 | Premier medical institution in UP, world-class tertiary clinical caseload, largest PG seat matrix. |
| Tier 1 (Priority 2) | Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS), Lucknow | Autonomous Super-Specialty Institute | 200 | Modern super-specialty hospital infrastructure, prime central Lucknow location. |
| Tier 1 (Priority 3) | Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial (GSVM) Medical College, Kanpur | Government Medical College | 250 | Historic institution, massive daily OPD and IPD flow, diverse clinical exposure. |
| Tier 1 (Priority 4) | Moti Lal Nehru (MLN) Medical College, Prayagraj | Government Medical College | 200 | Renowned clinical hospital (Swaroop Rani Nehru Hospital), strong academic legacy. |
| Tier 1 (Priority 5) | Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial (LLRM) Medical College, Meerut | Government Medical College | 150 | NCR proximity, active surgical and PG residency departments, high patient turnover. |
| Tier 1 (Priority 6) | Sarojini Naidu Medical College (SNMC), Agra | Government Medical College | 150 | Established medical college, extensive regional patient inflow, well-developed specialty wings. |
| Tier 1 (Priority 7) | Baba Raghav Das (BRD) Medical College, Gorakhpur | Government Medical College | 150 | Major referral center for Eastern UP and Bihar, specialized pediatrics and infectious disease units. |
| Tier 1 (Priority 8) | Maharani Laxmi Bai (MLB) Medical College, Jhansi | Government Medical College | 150 | Key healthcare hub for Bundelkhand region, comprehensive trauma and surgical training. |
| Tier 2 (Priority 9–14) | Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences (UPUMS), Saifai, Etawah | State Medical University | 200 | Expansive university campus, advanced specialty hospital, modern student amenities. |
| Tier 2 (Priority 9–14) | Government Medical College, Kannauj | Government Medical College | 100 | Established secondary GMC, experienced faculty, consistent clinical inflow. |
| Tier 2 (Priority 9–14) | Government Medical College, Azamgarh | Government Medical College | 100 | High daily OPD numbers, catering to dense regional population. |
| Tier 2 (Priority 9–14) | Government Medical College, Jalaun (Orai) | Government Medical College | 100 | Attached district hospital setup, good clinical foundation. |
| Tier 2 (Priority 9–14) | Government Medical College, Saharanpur | Government Medical College | 100 | Western UP connectivity, expanding clinical departments. |
| Tier 2 (Priority 9–14) | Government Medical College, Banda | Government Medical College | 100 | Major government hospital center in southern UP, expanding infrastructure. |
| Tier 3 (Priority 15–22) | Autonomous State Medical Colleges (Ayodhya, Basti, Bahraich, Firozabad, Shahjahanpur, Badaun) | Autonomous State GMCs (Phase 1) | 100 each | Phase 1 ASMCs with graduating batches, operational hospital wings, fully functional hostels. |
| Tier 3 (Priority 23–35+) | New ASMCs (Hardoi, Fatehpur, Siddharthnagar, Deoria, Ghazipur, Mirzapur, Pratapgarh, Jaunpur, Etah, Auraiya, Bijnor, Kanpur Dehat, Kaushambi, Kushinagar, Lalitpur, Pilibhit, Sultanpur) | Autonomous State GMCs (Phase 2 and 3) | 100 each | Newer government institutions attached to upgraded district hospitals; ideal for expanding choice lists. |
For more insights into state merit cutoffs and category-wise closing trends, visit our dedicated Medical Admissions Category section.
Updated UP Private Medical Colleges MBBS Fee Structure (Session 2026–27)
Under the statutory provisions of the UP Private Professional Educational Institutions Act 2006, the Government of Uttar Pradesh has formally approved revised annual tuition fees across all 35 private medical colleges for Academic Session 2026–27. Below is the complete, official college-by-college breakdown showing the newly notified annual tuition fees, the first-year admission total, and the complete 4.5-year total package (including non-AC hostel, miscellaneous charges, and refundable security deposit):
| S.No. | Medical College Name and Location | Govt Order No. | Newly Approved Annual Tuition Fee (2026-27) | First Year Total Admission Fee (Rs.) | Total 4.5-Year MBBS Package (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hind Institute of Medical Sciences, Sitapur | 175 | Rs. 13,60,690/- | Rs. 18,96,290/- | Rs. 74,83,305/- |
| 2 | Prasad Medical College and Hospital, Sarosi, Unnao | 176 | Rs. 15,99,973/- | Rs. 21,35,573/- | Rs. 85,60,079/- |
| 3 | Radha Govind Institute of Medical Sciences, Meerut | 177 | Rs. 15,99,973/- | Rs. 21,35,573/- | Rs. 85,60,079/- |
| 4 | Phoolan Singh Medical College (FS University), Shikohabad | 178 | Rs. 15,99,973/- | Rs. 21,35,573/- | Rs. 85,60,079/- |
| 5 | Sardar Patel Institute of Medical Education, Lucknow | 179 | Rs. 15,99,973/- | Rs. 21,35,573/- | Rs. 85,60,079/- |
| 6 | B.S. Kushwaha Institute of Medical Sciences, Kanpur | 180 | Rs. 16,04,740/- | Rs. 21,40,340/- | Rs. 85,81,530/- |
| 7 | Shri Gorakhnath Medical College Hospital, Gorakhpur | 181 | Rs. 16,10,100/- | Rs. 21,45,700/- | Rs. 86,05,650/- |
| 8 | K.M.C. Medical College and Hospital, Maharajganj | 182 | Rs. 16,72,880/- | Rs. 22,08,480/- | Rs. 88,88,160/- |
| 9 | Ajay Sangal Institute of Medical Sciences, Shamli | 183 | Rs. 16,74,142/- | Rs. 22,09,742/- | Rs. 88,93,839/- |
| 10 | Shri Siddhi Vinayak Medical College, Sambhal | 184 | Rs. 16,73,200/- | Rs. 22,08,800/- | Rs. 88,89,600/- |
| 11 | S.K.S. Hospital Medical College, Mathura | 185 | Rs. 14,50,300/- | Rs. 19,85,900/- | Rs. 78,86,550/- |
| 12 | Shri Venkateshwara Institute of Medical Sciences, Gajraula | 186 | Rs. 15,00,250/- | Rs. 20,35,850/- | Rs. 81,11,325/- |
| 13 | Varunarjun Medical College, Shahjahanpur | 187 | Rs. 15,06,050/- | Rs. 20,41,650/- | Rs. 81,37,425/- |
| 14 | National Capital Region (NCR) Institute, Meerut | 188 | Rs. 14,31,460/- | Rs. 19,67,060/- | Rs. 78,01,770/- |
| 15 | Saraswati Medical College, Unnao | 189 | Rs. 13,75,025/- | Rs. 19,10,625/- | Rs. 75,47,813/- |
| 16 | Prasad Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow | 190 | Rs. 14,60,730/- | Rs. 19,96,330/- | Rs. 79,33,485/- |
| 17 | Rajshree Medical College and Research Institute, Bareilly | 191 | Rs. 17,68,904/- | Rs. 23,04,504/- | Rs. 93,20,268/- |
| 18 | Rohilkhand Medical College and Hospital, Bareilly | 192 | Rs. 18,72,361/- | Rs. 24,07,961/- | Rs. 97,85,825/- |
| 19 | Muzaffarnagar Medical College, Muzaffarnagar | 193 | Rs. 17,62,947/- | Rs. 22,98,547/- | Rs. 92,93,462/- |
| 20 | Hind Institute of Medical Sciences, Barabanki | 194 | Rs. 17,18,306/- | Rs. 22,53,906/- | Rs. 90,92,577/- |
| 21 | Subharti Medical College, Meerut | 195 | Rs. 14,95,975/- | Rs. 20,31,575/- | Rs. 80,92,088/- |
| 22 | Shri Ram Murti Smarak (SRMS) IMS, Bareilly | 196 | Rs. 19,78,214/- | Rs. 25,13,814/- | Rs. 1,02,62,163/- |
| 23 | Rama Medical College Hospital, Hapur | 197 | Rs. 15,10,150/- | Rs. 20,45,750/- | Rs. 81,55,875/- |
| 24 | Rama Medical College Hospital, Kanpur | 198 | Rs. 16,00,460/- | Rs. 21,36,060/- | Rs. 85,62,270/- |
| 25 | Krishna Mohan Medical College, Mathura | 199 | Rs. 15,25,250/- | Rs. 20,60,850/- | Rs. 82,23,825/- |
| 26 | K.D. Medical College Hospital, Mathura | 200 | Rs. 16,25,613/- | Rs. 21,61,213/- | Rs. 86,75,459/- |
| 27 | Narayana Medical College, Kanpur | 201 | Rs. 14,50,010/- | Rs. 19,85,610/- | Rs. 78,85,245/- |
| 28 | T.S. Misra Medical College, Amausi, Lucknow | 202 | Rs. 18,90,847/- | Rs. 24,26,447/- | Rs. 98,69,012/- |
| 29 | Mayo Institute of Medical Sciences, Barabanki | 203 | Rs. 15,10,840/- | Rs. 20,46,440/- | Rs. 81,58,980/- |
| 30 | United Institute of Medical Sciences, Prayagraj | 204 | Rs. 14,53,070/- | Rs. 19,88,670/- | Rs. 78,99,015/- |
| 31 | Heritage Institute of Medical Sciences, Varanasi | 205 | Rs. 18,00,268/- | Rs. 23,35,868/- | Rs. 94,61,406/- |
| 32 | Noida International Institute (NIIMS), Greater Noida | 206 | Rs. 17,16,784/- | Rs. 22,52,384/- | Rs. 90,85,728/- |
| 33 | G.S. Medical College and Hospital, Hapur | 207 | Rs. 15,10,880/- | Rs. 20,46,480/- | Rs. 81,59,160/- |
| 34 | Saraswathi Institute (SIMS), Hapur | 208 | Rs. 14,62,816/- | Rs. 19,98,416/- | Rs. 79,42,872/- |
| 35 | School of Medical Sciences (Sharda University), Greater Noida | 209 | Rs. 16,25,910/- | Rs. 21,61,510/- | Rs. 86,76,795/- |
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Updated UP Private Dental Colleges BDS Fee Structure (Session 2026–27)
For candidates selecting Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) institutions, the Government of Uttar Pradesh has formally approved the revised annual tuition fee matrix across all 19 private dental colleges under Government Orders No. 139/71-4099/91/2026 through 157/71-4099/91/2026:
| S.No. | Dental Institution Name and Location | Govt Order No. | Newly Approved Annual Tuition Fee (2026-27) | First Year Total Admission Fee (Rs.) | Total 4-Year BDS Package (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maharana Pratap Dental College, Kanpur | 139 | Rs. 3,37,000/- | Rs. 5,62,000/- | Rs. 19,48,000/- |
| 2 | Institute of Dental Sciences, Bareilly | 140 | Rs. 2,93,000/- | Rs. 5,18,000/- | Rs. 17,72,000/- |
| 3 | Kalka Dental College, Meerut | 141 | Rs. 3,10,000/- | Rs. 5,35,000/- | Rs. 18,40,000/- |
| 4 | School of Dental Sciences (Sharda University), Greater Noida | 142 | Rs. 3,85,000/- | Rs. 6,10,000/- | Rs. 21,40,000/- |
| 5 | I.T.S. Dental College, Greater Noida | 143 | Rs. 4,61,000/- | Rs. 6,86,000/- | Rs. 24,44,000/- |
| 6 | Dental College, Azamgarh | 144 | Rs. 2,93,000/- | Rs. 5,18,000/- | Rs. 17,72,000/- |
| 7 | Saraswati Dental College, Lucknow | 145 | Rs. 4,43,000/- | Rs. 6,68,000/- | Rs. 23,72,000/- |
| 8 | Chandra Dental College, Barabanki | 146 | Rs. 3,04,000/- | Rs. 5,29,000/- | Rs. 18,16,000/- |
| 9 | Shree Bankey Bihari Dental College, Ghaziabad | 147 | Rs. 3,70,000/- | Rs. 5,95,000/- | Rs. 20,80,000/- |
| 10 | K.D. Dental College, Mathura | 148 | Rs. 3,04,000/- | Rs. 5,29,000/- | Rs. 18,16,000/- |
| 11 | Inderprastha Dental College, Ghaziabad | 149 | Rs. 3,36,000/- | Rs. 5,61,000/- | Rs. 19,44,000/- |
| 12 | Divya Jyoti Dental College, Modinagar, Ghaziabad | 150 | Rs. 3,09,000/- | Rs. 5,34,000/- | Rs. 18,36,000/- |
| 13 | Babu Banarasi Das Dental College (BBD), Lucknow | 151 | Rs. 3,08,000/- | Rs. 5,33,000/- | Rs. 18,32,000/- |
| 14 | I.T.S. Centre for Dental Studies, Muradnagar, Ghaziabad | 152 | Rs. 5,52,960/- | Rs. 7,77,960/- | Rs. 28,11,840/- |
| 15 | Subharti Dental College, Meerut | 153 | Rs. 4,97,500/- | Rs. 7,22,500/- | Rs. 25,90,000/- |
| 16 | Sardar Patel Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences, Lucknow | 154 | Rs. 4,02,480/- | Rs. 6,27,480/- | Rs. 22,09,920/- |
| 17 | Santosh Dental College, Ghaziabad | 155 | Rs. 3,45,000/- | Rs. 5,70,000/- | Rs. 19,80,000/- |
| 18 | Purvanchal Institute of Dental Sciences, Gorakhpur | 156 | Rs. 3,03,000/- | Rs. 5,28,000/- | Rs. 18,12,000/- |
| 19 | Avadh Institute of Dental Sciences, Lucknow | 157 | Rs. 2,93,000/- | Rs. 5,18,000/- | Rs. 17,72,000/- |
Crucial UP NEET Counselling Rules: Free Exit, Upgradation, and Security Forfeiture
Understanding DGME UP’s counselling guidelines is essential to prevent accidental loss of seats or financial forfeiture. Below is the breakdown of Round 1 rules and seat transition guidelines:
1. Round 1 Free Exit Rules
Uttar Pradesh permits a genuine Free Exit in Round 1. If a candidate is allotted a seat in Round 1 on September 7, 2026, but decides not to take admission at the assigned nodal center, their allotted seat is cancelled, but their security deposit (₹30,000 / ₹1,00,000 / ₹2,00,000) is NOT forfeited. The candidate remains fully eligible to participate in Round 2 counselling without paying a fresh registration fee or new security money.
2. Physical Reporting and Seat Upgradation in Round 2
If a candidate wishes to retain their Round 1 allotted seat while attempting for higher preferences in Round 2, they MUST complete the admission process between September 8 and September 14, 2026. This requires reporting to the designated Nodal Center, verifying original documents, submitting tuition fees, and submitting the “Willingness for Upgradation” form. If upgraded in Round 2, the previous seat is vacated and fees/documents are transferred to the newly allotted college. If no upgrade occurs, the Round 1 seat remains secure.
3. Security Money Forfeiture Conditions in Subsequent Rounds
Unlike Round 1, if a candidate is allotted a seat in Round 2 or Round 3 (Mop-Up) and fails to complete admission within the prescribed reporting timeframe, their security deposit will be strictly forfeited by DGME UP. Participating in subsequent rounds will require paying a new security deposit.
Nodal Center Reporting Protocol and Mandatory Document Checklist
Candidates securing an allotment in Round 1 must report to their assigned Government Nodal Medical College between September 8, 2026 and September 14, 2026. The following original documents, along with self-attested photocopies, must be presented:
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card (issued by NTA).
- NEET UG 2026 Score Card / Rank Letter with All India Rank and percentile.
- UP NEET UG 2026 Provisional Allotment Letter (downloaded from upneet.gov.in).
- UP NEET UG 2026 Registration Slip and Security Money Payment Receipt.
- Class 10th Certificate and Marksheet (Proof of Date of Birth).
- Class 12th Certificate and Marksheet (Qualifying examination proof with required PCB aggregate).
- Domicile Certificate of Uttar Pradesh: Required for 85% State Quota seats in Government Medical/Dental Colleges (Candidates who have completed both Class 10 and 12 from UP do not require a separate domicile certificate).
- Caste / Category Certificate (OBC / SC / ST / EWS): Issued on the prescribed UP state format within the current financial year (OBC and EWS certificates must be dated on or after April 1, 2026).
- Sub-Category Certificate: NCC, Freedom Fighter Dependent, Defense Personnel Dependent, or PwD certificate (issued by designated medical boards).
- Government Photo Identity Proof: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Passport (Original).
- Passport Size Photographs: 8–10 color photographs identical to the one on the NEET admit card.
- Service Bond and Anti-Ragging Affidavits: Mandatory 2-year rural health service bond on non-judicial stamp paper for government medical college allotments.
- Tuition Fee Demand Draft / Online Payment Confirmation: Bank draft made in favor of “Director General Medical Education and Training, UP” payable at Lucknow, or online payment receipt as specified in the allotment order.
Common Mistakes to Avoid During UP NEET Choice Filling
Avoid these critical pitfalls during the choice filling and locking process:
- Missing the 5:00 PM Deadline on September 5, 2026: Note that the portal closes at 05:00 PM sharp on September 5, 2026 (not midnight). Complete your OTP-based locking well in advance.
- Leaving Choices in Unlocked State: Saved choices that are not locked with an OTP will not be considered for seat allotment by DGME UP.
- Placing Lower-Choice Colleges Higher: The allotment algorithm processes preferences from top to bottom. If you are eligible for Choice #2, Choice #3 and below will not be considered, even if your score is high enough.
- Not Accounting for Total 4.5-Year Course Budget: Verify the newly notified 2026-27 tuition fees, compulsory hostel fees (₹1.50 Lakhs/year Non-AC), and miscellaneous university charges before finalizing private medical choices.
- Relying on Unstable Internet Connections: Always use a reliable desktop or laptop computer with a stable internet connection to avoid session dropouts while re-arranging preferences.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the official start and end date for UP NEET UG 2026 choice filling?
Answer: As per DGME UP Notification No. ME-3/2026/1605, online choice filling starts on September 2, 2026 at 05:00 PM and ends on September 5, 2026 at 05:00 PM.
Q2: What is the newly approved 2026-27 MBBS tuition fee range for private medical colleges in UP?
Answer: Under the latest UP Government Orders, annual private MBBS tuition fees for Session 2026-27 range from Rs. 13,60,690/- per year (Hind Institute, Sitapur) up to Rs. 19,78,214/- per year (SRMS Bareilly).
Q3: What are the standardized non-tuition charges for private MBBS in Uttar Pradesh?
Answer: Non-tuition fees fixed uniformly by DGME UP comprise a one-time refundable security deposit of Rs. 3,00,000/-, annual Non-AC hostel fee of Rs. 1,50,000/- (including mess meals), and annual miscellaneous charges of Rs. 85,600/-.
Q4: When will the UP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 seat allotment result be declared?
Answer: The Round 1 seat allotment result will be declared on September 7, 2026 on upneet.gov.in and www.dgme.up.gov.in.
Q5: What are the dates for downloading allotment letters and admission reporting?
Answer: Candidates can download allotment letters and complete the admission process at designated nodal centers from September 8, 2026 to September 14, 2026.
Q6: What are the official DGME UP helpline numbers for counselling support?
Answer: The official helpline numbers released by DGME UP are 8189011696, 8189011697, 8189011698, 8189011699, and 8189011700.
Q7: How much security deposit is required for UP NEET choice filling?
Answer: The security deposit is ₹30,000 for Government Medical/Dental colleges, ₹2,00,000 for Private Medical (MBBS) colleges, and ₹1,00,000 for Private Dental (BDS) colleges.
Q8: Can students from other states apply for private medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh?
Answer: Yes, Uttar Pradesh is an open state. Candidates from all Indian states who have qualified NEET UG and registered on upneet.gov.in are eligible for 100% of seats in UP private medical and dental colleges.
Q9: Is there a free exit in UP NEET UG 2026 Round 1?
Answer: Yes, candidates allotted a seat in Round 1 can opt for a Free Exit without forfeiting their security deposit. They can participate in Round 2 without paying fresh security fees.
Q10: What is the newly approved 2026-27 BDS tuition fee range for private dental colleges in UP?
Answer: Annual private BDS tuition fees for Session 2026-27 range from Rs. 2,93,000/- per year (IDS Bareilly, Azamgarh Dental, Avadh Dental) up to Rs. 5,52,960/- per year (I.T.S. Muradnagar Ghaziabad).
Q11: What is the mandatory rural service bond period for UP government medical colleges?
Answer: Candidates admitted to government medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh must execute a mandatory 2-year rural health service bond on prescribed stamp paper.
Q12: What happens if a candidate does not lock their choices by 5:00 PM on September 5, 2026?
Answer: If choices are not locked with OTP verification before 5:00 PM on September 5, 2026, the portal will discard the saved list and no seat will be allotted in Round 1.
Conclusion and Professional Admission Counselling Support
The UP NEET Choice Filling Schedule 2026 combined with the newly notified 2026–27 Private MBBS and BDS Fee Revision provides medical aspirants a transparent framework to plan their medical admissions journey. Building a balanced preference list aligned with your NEET score and financial budget, and completing OTP-based locking before 5:00 PM on September 5, 2026, is crucial for securing your medical seat.
For tailored counseling support, budget optimization, and nodal center document assistance, connect with our expert team today. Book a Free Admission Counselling Session, project your admission cutoff ranks with our All India College Predictor Hub, and explore in-depth medical college directories at Explore Colleges Directory.