UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 serves as the centralized, single-window admission gateway for 85% State Quota seats across government medical and dental colleges, as well as 100% seats in private medical and dental institutions across Uttar Pradesh. Administered by the Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME UP) through the official portal at upneet.gov.in, this comprehensive tracker is continuously updated with every government gazette, round-wise schedule, merit list, seat matrix, and reporting notification.
Latest status — verified on September 11, 2026: Round 1 physical reporting and document verification at designated nodal centers is actively ongoing from September 08 to September 14, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM). The official DGME UP schedule and vacant seat matrix for Round 2 online registration and choice filling will be released following the completion of Round 1 admissions on September 14.
UP NEET UG Counselling 2026: Quick Facts Overview
The table below summarizes the core statutory authorities, portals, participating seat types, and administrative guidelines governing Uttar Pradesh undergraduate medical admissions:
| Parameter | Official Detail / Specification |
|---|---|
| Counselling Authority | Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Counselling Portal | upneet.gov.in |
| Official Department Portal | dgme.up.gov.in |
| Covered Academic Courses | MBBS and BDS |
| Seat Quotas Covered | 85% State Quota (Govt) and 100% Seats (Private Medical/Dental Colleges) |
| Counselling Mode | Online Registration & Choice Filling; Physical Reporting at Nodal Centers |
| Current Lifecycle Stage | Round 1 Physical Reporting Active (September 08 – September 14, 2026) |
| Last Content Revision Date | September 11, 2026 |
Source: Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh
Official Circulars and Notification Log (Chronological Tracker)
All official notices released by DGME UP are logged chronologically below with their exact gazetted dates:
| Release Date | Official Notification Subject | Status / Exact Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| August 20, 2026 | UP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Online Registration & Fee Payment | Completed (August 20 – August 24, 2026, 2:00 PM) |
| August 24, 2026 | Publication of UP State Merit List (Round 1) | Completed; State Ranks assigned to all registered candidates. |
| August 25, 2026 | Round 1 Online Choice Filling & Choice Locking | Completed (August 25 – August 29, 2026, 5:00 PM) |
| September 07, 2026 | UP NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | Declared; Allotment letters released via candidate dashboard. |
| September 08, 2026 | Round 1 Nodal Center Physical Reporting & Admission Formalities | Active (September 08 – September 14, 2026, up to 5:00 PM) |
| September 2026 (Upcoming) | UP NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Schedule & Vacant Seat Matrix | Awaited; Expected to be published on upneet.gov.in post Sept 14. |
Source: DGME UP Official Circulars Notice Board
Master Schedule: Exact Round-by-Round UP NEET Counselling Timeline
Uttar Pradesh MBBS and BDS admissions follow the exact timeline matrix below, distinguishing completed milestones from active and upcoming rounds:
| Counselling Event / Milestone | Round 1 (Exact Dates) | Round 2 Schedule | Round 3 / Stray Vacancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Registration & Fee Payment | August 20 – August 24, 2026 (Completed) | To be announced (September 2026) | To be announced |
| Security Money Deposit Window | August 20 – August 25, 2026 (Completed) | To be announced | To be announced |
| State Merit List Publication | August 24, 2026 (Completed) | To be announced | To be announced |
| Online Choice Filling & Locking | August 25 – August 29, 2026 (Completed) | To be announced | To be announced |
| Seat Allotment Result Declaration | September 07, 2026 (Completed) | To be announced | To be announced |
| Physical Reporting at Nodal Centers | September 08 – September 14, 2026 (Active) | To be announced | To be announced |
Source: DGME UP Counselling Schedule and Portal Guidelines
Registration Fee and Security Money Deposit Structure
Participation in UP NEET UG counselling requires payment of two separate financial components: a non-refundable registration fee and a refundable security deposit:
- Non-Refundable Online Registration Fee: ₹2,000 per candidate per round (paid online via Net Banking, Debit Card, or Credit Card).
- Refundable Security Deposit Amounts:
- Government Medical / Dental Colleges Only: ₹30,000
- Private Medical Colleges (MBBS) [Includes Govt seats as well]: ₹2,00,000
- Private Dental Colleges (BDS) Only: ₹1,00,000
Step-by-Step Guide to the UP NEET UG Counselling Process
- Online Portal Registration: Visit upneet.gov.in and click on the “UG Counselling” link. Register using your NEET UG Roll Number, Application Number, and verified contact details.
- Registration Fee & Security Deposit Payment: Complete the online payment for the non-refundable registration fee (₹2,00,0) and the applicable security deposit (₹30,000 / ₹1,00,000 / ₹2,00,000).
- State Merit List Verification: DGME compiles and releases the UP State Merit List. Verify your state rank, category, and eligibility parameters.
- Online Choice Filling and Mandatory Locking: Select your preferred medical and dental institutions in order of priority. Crucial: You must explicitly lock your choices before the deadline, as unlocked preferences are automatically discarded under UP NEET rules.
- Seat Allotment Result & Allotment Letter: Check allotment results in your dashboard. Download the provisional seat allotment letter upon confirmation.
- Nodal Center Physical Reporting: Report to your designated Nodal Center between September 08 and September 14, 2026, with original academic documents, fee demand drafts, and category certificates for document verification and admission finalization.
State Domicile and Eligibility Criteria
- 85% Government State Quota: Candidates must be permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh. Candidates who have passed both High School (Class 10) and Intermediate (Class 12) from Uttar Pradesh do not require a separate domicile certificate. Candidates who completed one or both exams outside UP must submit an official UP Domicile Certificate issued by a competent revenue authority.
- 100% Private Medical/Dental Seats (Open State Policy): Uttar Pradesh is an open state for private college admissions. Candidates from any state across India are fully eligible to compete for private MBBS and BDS seats based purely on their NEET UG score and state merit rank.
Mandatory Document Checklist for Nodal Center Reporting
- NEET UG Admit Card and Official Scorecard
- UP NEET Provisional Seat Allotment Letter
- Class 10 High School Certificate & Marksheet (Proof of Date of Birth)
- Class 12 Intermediate Certificate & Marksheet
- Valid Government Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, Passport, or PAN Card)
- Domicile Certificate of Uttar Pradesh (if applicable)
- Caste / Category Certificate (OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS) issued on official state format
- Bank Demand Draft (DD) for Tuition Fees made in favor of Director General, Medical Education & Training, UP
- 8 to 10 Passport-size photographs identical to those uploaded in the NEET application form
Fee Structure and Private Medical College Guidelines
Tuition fees for government medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh remain highly subsidized under state government norms. For private medical colleges, tuition fees and associated hostel charges are governed by the state regulatory fee committee orders. For exhaustive fee schedules across all private institutions, review our detailed UP Private Medical College Fee Structure Guide.
What This Means for Students: Practical Next Steps
- Allotted Candidates in Round 1: Complete physical reporting and document verification at your assigned nodal center before September 14, 2026 (5:00 PM), to avoid seat forfeiture and security deposit confiscation.
- Unallotted / Fresh Candidates for Round 2: Evaluate choice-filling preferences and analyze closing cutoffs using our All India College Predictor Hub.
- Personalized Admission Support: For specialized state quota guidance, fee optimization, and seat matrix analysis, explore our Medical Admissions Hub or Book a Free Admission Counselling Session with our senior medical advisors.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the official website for UP NEET UG Counselling 2026?
Answer: The official counselling portal is upneet.gov.in, managed by the Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh.
Q2: What is the exact deadline for UP NEET Round 1 nodal center reporting?
Answer: Candidates allotted seats in Round 1 must complete physical document verification and fee deposition at their assigned nodal centers between September 08 and September 14, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM).
Q3: Can candidates from other states apply for private MBBS seats in Uttar Pradesh?
Answer: Yes, Uttar Pradesh is an open state for private medical and dental colleges. Candidates from all Indian states are eligible to apply for 100% private college seats.
Q4: What is the security deposit amount for private MBBS college counselling in UP?
Answer: The refundable security deposit for private MBBS seats is ₹2,00,000, which also permits candidates to participate in government college choice filling.
Q5: Is choice locking mandatory in UP NEET UG counselling?
Answer: Yes, choice locking is strictly mandatory on upneet.gov.in. If choices are not locked by the candidate before the deadline, they will not be considered for allotment.
Q6: When will the UP NEET UG Round 2 schedule be released?
Answer: The Round 2 schedule and seat matrix will be officially announced by DGME UP on upneet.gov.in following the completion of Round 1 reporting on September 14, 2026.
Q7: What is the non-refundable registration fee for UP NEET counselling?
Answer: The online registration fee is ₹2,000 per candidate per round, payable through the online payment gateway.
Q8: Where does physical document verification take place for UP NEET?
Answer: Document verification and admission formalities take place at designated government medical college Nodal Centers across Uttar Pradesh, as specified on the candidate’s allotment letter.
Sources Checked and Editorial Verification
- UP NEET Official Counselling Portal (upneet.gov.in)
- Directorate General of Medical Education and Training, Uttar Pradesh (dgme.up.gov.in)
- Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) Official Website
Update Policy: This live tracker is revised immediately upon the publication of every new notification, circular, merit list, or schedule revision by DGME UP.