MP NEET Counselling 2026: 17,093 Candidates for 6,020 MBBS Seats; Check Allotment Date, Seat Details
The MP NEET Counselling 2026 process has intensified competition among medical aspirants, with 17,093 candidates registered for MBBS and BDS admissions through Madhya Pradesh state counselling. The state currently has 6,020 MBBS seats across 34 medical colleges, according to the latest seat figures.
However, candidates should note that the entire 6,020-seat capacity is not available through the MP state counselling quota. As per the latest report, 4,409 MBBS seats are available through the state counselling process. The remaining seats fall under other applicable admission routes and quotas.
The first-round seat allotment result for MP NEET UG Counselling 2026 is scheduled for August 20, 2026. Candidates included in the state merit list can participate in choice filling and seat allotment as per the counselling schedule.
MP NEET Counselling 2026: Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Counselling | MP NEET UG Counselling 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Directorate of Medical Education, Madhya Pradesh |
| Courses | MBBS, BDS |
| Registered Candidates | 17,093 |
| Total MBBS Seats in MP | 6,020 |
| MBBS Seats Through State Counselling | 4,409 |
| Medical Colleges | 34 |
| Government MBBS Seats | 3,020 |
| Private MBBS Seats | 3,000 |
| First Seat Allotment | August 20, 2026 |
| Basis of Allotment | NEET UG merit and candidate preferences |
17,093 Candidates Compete for MBBS and BDS Seats
The Madhya Pradesh Directorate of Medical Education has released the MP NEET UG 2026 state merit list, containing 17,093 candidates eligible to participate in the state counselling process. Candidates on the merit list can proceed with college and course preference submission according to the prescribed schedule.
The number of registered candidates has increased from last year. In 2025, around 15,897 candidates were registered against 5,550 MBBS seats in Madhya Pradesh. This year's figures therefore indicate stronger competition for medical seats in the state.
MP Has 6,020 MBBS Seats Across 34 Medical Colleges
Madhya Pradesh has 6,020 MBBS seats across 34 medical colleges for the 2026-27 academic session. Of these, 3,020 seats are in 20 government medical colleges, while 3,000 seats are in 14 private medical colleges.
| College Type | Number of Colleges | MBBS Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Government | 20 | 3,020 |
| Private | 14 | 3,000 |
| Total | 34 | 6,020 |
The National Medical Commission's 2026-27 seat data also places Madhya Pradesh's total MBBS capacity at 6,020 seats.
Why 4,409 Seats Are More Important for Counselling
While 6,020 is the total number of MBBS seats in Madhya Pradesh, candidates participating specifically in MP state counselling should focus on the 4,409 MBBS seats available through the state process.
This distinction is important because comparing 17,093 candidates directly with all 6,020 seats can give an inaccurate picture of the competition. Seat availability can differ according to quota, category, college and counselling round.
Candidates should therefore refer to the latest official seat matrix before deciding their college preferences.
Category-Wise Competition in MP NEET Counselling
The state merit list also shows differences in the number of candidates and seats across categories.
The OBC category has 4,574 registered candidates, including 2,166 boys and 2,408 girls. The state quota includes 613 MBBS seats for OBC candidates.
For the General category, 3,110 candidates have registered against 2,120 seats, while the EWS category has 1,279 candidates competing for 212 seats.
| Category | Registered Candidates | MBBS Seats |
|---|---|---|
| General | 3,110 | 2,120 |
| OBC | 4,574 | 613 |
| EWS | 1,279 | 212 |
These figures are broad category-level comparisons. Actual admission chances depend on the candidate's NEET score, state merit rank, category, domicile status, college preferences and applicable seat rules.
MP NEET UG Counselling 2026 First Allotment Date
The first MP NEET UG counselling seat allotment result 2026 is scheduled to be released on August 20, 2026. Seats will be allotted based on merit and the preferences submitted by candidates during the counselling process.
Candidates should carefully arrange their preferred medical colleges before locking choices because the order of preferences can affect the seat allotted to them.
After the allotment result, candidates will have to follow the prescribed admission procedure, including reporting and document-related requirements wherever applicable.
MP NEET Counselling vs MCC NEET Counselling
Candidates should not confuse MP state counselling with the national-level counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).
The MCC conducts counselling for specified All India Quota and other participating categories, while Madhya Pradesh conducts its own state counselling for applicable state-level seats.
Therefore, students participating in MP NEET counselling should follow the state counselling schedule separately and check the relevant seat matrix before making decisions.
MP NEET Counselling 2026: What Candidates Should Check
Candidates should keep the following information ready before the first allotment:
MP NEET UG 2026 merit rank
NEET UG 2026 score and All India Rank
Category and applicable reservation status
Domicile eligibility, wherever applicable
Government and private college preferences
Latest MP MBBS/BDS seat matrix
Choice-filling and choice-locking status
Required admission documents
The official counselling portal should be checked regularly for changes to the schedule, seat matrix, allotment result and reporting instructions.
MP NEET UG 2026 Merit List Topper
The MP NEET UG 2026 state merit list includes 17,093 candidates. Aryaman Singh Solanki of Jabalpur secured State Rank 1 with 696 marks and an All India Rank of 46.
Candidates can use their state merit rank along with the previous year's closing ranks and current seat matrix to assess their possible college options. However, previous-year cutoffs should only be treated as an indicator and not a guarantee of admission.
MP NEET Counselling 2026: Key Takeaways
17,093 candidates have registered for MP NEET UG counselling 2026.
Madhya Pradesh has 6,020 MBBS seats across 34 medical colleges.
There are 3,020 government MBBS seats and 3,000 private MBBS seats.
4,409 MBBS seats are available through the state counselling process.
The first seat allotment is scheduled for August 20, 2026.
Seat allotment will depend on merit and candidates' submitted preferences.
Category-wise seat availability varies.
Candidates should check the latest official seat matrix before finalising their choices.
FAQs
How many candidates are participating in MP NEET Counselling 2026?
A total of 17,093 candidates are included in the MP NEET UG 2026 state merit list for MBBS and BDS admissions.
How many MBBS seats are there in Madhya Pradesh in 2026?
Madhya Pradesh has 6,020 MBBS seats across 34 medical colleges for the 2026-27 academic session.
How many MBBS seats are available through MP state counselling?
According to the latest report, 4,409 MBBS seats are available through the MP state counselling process.
When will the MP NEET UG 2026 first allotment result be released?
The first seat allotment is scheduled for August 20, 2026.
How many government MBBS seats are available in Madhya Pradesh?
There are 3,020 MBBS seats across 20 government medical colleges in Madhya Pradesh.
Where can candidates check MP NEET counselling updates?
Candidates should check the official Directorate of Medical Education, Madhya Pradesh counselling portal for the latest merit list, seat matrix, choice filling, allotment and admission instructions.
