MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 2: The Medical Counselling Committee has started the choice-locking stage for Round 2 counselling. Registered candidates can finalise and lock their MBBS, BDS and other eligible preferences through the MCC counselling portal.
The choice-locking facility begins at 4 PM on September 8, 2026 and is scheduled to close at 10 AM on September 9, 2026. Candidates should carefully check the order of their selected institutions before locking the choices.
MCC NEET UG Round 2 Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Choice locking starts | September 8, 2026 at 4 PM |
| Choice filling/locking closes | September 9, 2026 at 10 AM |
| Seat allotment processing | September 9-10, 2026 |
| Round 2 result | September 11, 2026 |
| Reporting/joining | September 12-18, 2026 |
How to Lock NEET UG Round 2 Choices
- Open the MCC counselling portal.
- Log in using the required candidate credentials.
- Open the choice-filling section.
- Review the selected colleges and courses.
- Arrange them in genuine order of preference.
- Use the choice-locking option before the deadline.
- Save a copy of the final preferences.
Why Choice Order Matters
MCC seat allotment considers several factors including the candidate's NEET UG rank, category, available seats and submitted preference order. A candidate should therefore place the most preferred college and course higher in the list.
Evergreen: Choice Filling vs Choice Locking
Choice filling means selecting and arranging preferred institutions and programmes. Choice locking means finalising those preferences for consideration during allotment.
Candidates should not lock a list without reviewing it carefully. Admission outcomes can depend significantly on the choices submitted and their order.
