The MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 2 seat matrix was released by the Medical Counselling Committee on September 3, 2026. It provides details of the seats available for candidates participating in the second round of NEET UG counselling. The matrix includes MBBS, BDS, and B.Sc. Nursing seats offered through the All India Quota (AIQ), deemed universities, central universities, and other institutes participating in the MCC counselling process.
Types of Seats in NEET 2026 Counselling Round 2
The MCC Round 2 seat matrix includes three categories of seats. Candidates can check these categories to understand the seats available during the second round of NEET UG counselling.
| Seat Type | Seat Category Details | No. of Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Newly Added Seats | These are additional MBBS and BDS seats included in the Round 2 counselling matrix. | 659 |
| Virtual Vacancy | These are seats currently held by candidates who have opted for an upgrade and may become available if those candidates receive a different seat in Round 2. | 12,283 |
| Clear Vacancy | These are seats that remained vacant after Round 1 and are available for allotment in Round 2. | 11,302 |
How to Check MCC NEET 2026 Round 2 Seat Matrix?
Candidates can check the MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 2 seat matrix on the official MCC website. It lists available seats by college, course, category, and quota.
- Visit the official MCC website.
- Open the UG Counselling section.
- Click the NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Seat Matrix link.
- Open or download the seat matrix PDF or online table.
- Check the available seats carefully and review important details, including:
- College name: The name of the participating medical or dental college.
- Course: The programme or course for which seats are available, such as MBBS or BDS.
- Seat category: The category under which the seat is offered, such as General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, or other applicable categories.
- Quota: The quota associated with the seat, such as All India Quota or any other applicable counselling quota.
- Number of available seats: The total number of seats available for a particular college, course, category, and quota.
- Use these details to prepare your choice list based on your rank and eligibility.
- Save the seat matrix and check the website for updates.
For details on the MCC NEET allotment application process 2026, visit the linked guide.
The MCC NEET UG 2026 Round 2 counselling gives candidates another chance to secure MBBS, BDS, or B.Sc Nursing seats. Candidates must complete their registration and fee payment by September 8, 2026. Choice filling remains open until September 9, 2026. Before locking their choices, they should check the seat matrix, consider their rank and category, and select colleges according to their preferences. It is also important to follow the official MCC website for the latest counselling updates and instructions.