NEET UG 2026 Round 2 NRI Eligible List Out: MCC Approves 135 Candidates for NRI Status; Seat Allotment Result on September 11
NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 2: The Medical Counselling Committee has published a new list of candidates eligible to be considered under the NRI category for Round 2 of NEET UG counselling.
A total of 135 candidates have been provisionally permitted for conversion from Indian nationality status to NRI category for the current Round 2 counselling process, subject to the conditions mentioned by MCC.
The update comes after Round 2 choice filling closed on September 9. The next major event is the Round 2 seat-allotment result, scheduled for September 11, 2026.
MCC NEET Round 2 NRI List: Key Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Counselling authority | Medical Counselling Committee |
| Round | Round 2 |
| List type | NRI eligible candidates |
| Candidates listed | 135 |
| Choice filling | Closed September 9 |
| Seat allotment result | September 11, 2026 |
| Reporting | September 12-18, 2026 |
Important: This Is Not a General NEET Eligibility List
Some headlines describe MCC's latest document simply as the "Round 2 eligible candidates list."
That wording can be misleading.
The document specifically relates to candidates seeking conversion to the NRI category. It is not a list of every candidate eligible for Round 2 MBBS, BDS or B.Sc Nursing counselling.
What Does Provisional NRI Conversion Mean?
MCC allows eligible candidates to seek NRI status for counselling where they satisfy the applicable conditions and submit the required documents.
The conversion can affect the seat pool in which the candidate is considered.
However, provisional inclusion does not remove the requirement for final document verification.
What Documents Are Typically Relevant for NRI Claims?
Candidates should follow MCC's exact notice, but NRI claims can involve documentation relating to:
- NRI sponsor status
- Relationship with the candidate
- Passport or visa documents
- Embassy/consular certification where required
- Sponsorship declaration
- Candidate's relationship evidence
- Other documents specified by MCC
Does NRI Eligibility Guarantee a Seat?
No.
NRI eligibility only determines whether a candidate can be considered for relevant NRI seats under the applicable counselling framework.
Actual allotment still depends on:
- NEET UG merit
- NRI-seat availability
- Choices submitted
- Eligibility verification
- Institutional conditions
Round 2 Includes 659 Newly Added Seats
MCC has also added 659 seats across MBBS, BDS and B.Sc Nursing for Round 2.
This creates additional opportunities beyond the seats originally visible in Round 1.
Clear Vacancy vs Virtual Vacancy
| Clear Vacancy | Virtual Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Seat is directly available for allotment | Seat may become available if the current holder upgrades |
| More certain vacancy position | Depends on movement during allotment |
When Will MCC Round 2 Result Come?
The Round 2 result is scheduled for September 11.
Candidates should check the official allotment result rather than relying only on SMS, coaching-centre messages or unofficial social-media posts.
What Happens After September 11?
Allotted candidates are scheduled to report or join between September 12 and September 18.
Candidates should prepare:
- NEET scorecard
- NEET admit card
- MCC allotment letter
- Class 10 certificate
- Class 12 documents
- Identity proof
- Category documents where applicable
- NRI documents where applicable
- Other college-specific certificates
Why NRI Seats Attract Attention
NRI seats can have substantially different fee structures from ordinary government-quota seats.
Students should therefore check the complete fee before accepting an allotment.
The total cost can include:
- Tuition
- Hostel
- Security deposit
- University charges
- Other institutional fees
Can MCC Reject NRI Status Later?
Provisional inclusion does not prevent authorities from checking original documents during reporting.
If documentation does not satisfy the required conditions, the candidate may face consequences under the applicable counselling rules.
MCC Round 2 FAQs
How many candidates are in the new list?
135 candidates.
Is this the full Round 2 eligible-candidate list?
No. It specifically concerns provisional NRI-category conversion.
When is Round 2 result?
September 11, 2026.
Does inclusion guarantee admission?
No.
Are new seats available?
Yes. MCC added 659 seats for Round 2.
Final Takeaway
The latest MCC list is important primarily for candidates seeking NRI-category consideration.
For the wider counselling population, the bigger event is now September 11's seat-allotment result.
Candidates should avoid confusing NRI eligibility with final admission: category conversion determines the seat pool, while merit, choices, vacancy and document verification determine the actual outcome.
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