NEET UG 2026 counselling explained: MCC process, quotas, eligibility and key rules

NEET UG counselling is the next crucial step for over eleven lakh candidates seeking MBBS seats. Admissions occur through separate national and state-level systems managed by different authorities. The Medical Counselling Committee handles All India Quota seats and central institutions. State counselling authorities manage the remaining 85 percent state quota seats. Careful choice filling and meeting deadlines are vital for securing a seat.