NEET UG Counseling 2026: MCC Releases Announcement for OCI/NRI Candidates' Eligibility Verification

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has issued an important notice for Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) and Non-Resident Indian (NRI) candidates intending to participate in the NEET UG Counselling 2026. This notice emphasizes the necessity for these candidates to confirm their interest in applying for NRI quota seats by responding 'YES' to the relevant question on the registration form. This step is crucial for ensuring their eligibility for the NRI category during the counselling process.

To facilitate their participation, NRI and OCI candidates must first undergo a verification process conducted by the MCC's NRI Document Verification Team. This verification is essential to ascertain their eligibility for the NRI category, which is applicable for the MCC NEET Counselling 2026. Only those candidates whose documents have been successfully verified will be able to view and select from the available NRI and Indian Unreserved (UR) seats during the choice filling process.

Once the verification is complete, these candidates will have the opportunity to exercise their choices based on their preferences. It is imperative that NRI and OCI candidates adhere to the requirement of indicating their desire to apply for NRI quota seats during the registration phase. This confirmation triggers the subsequent document verification process, which is a prerequisite for their participation in the counselling.

In a related update, the MCC has announced a postponement of the NEET UG choice filling dates for the first round of counselling. The new schedule indicates that the choice filling window will now open on August 8, 2026. This adjustment provides candidates with additional time to prepare their applications and ensure all necessary documentation is in order.

As the NEET UG Counselling 2026 approaches, candidates are encouraged to stay informed about the latest updates and requirements. The MCC's guidelines are designed to streamline the admission process for aspiring medical students, ensuring that all candidates have a fair opportunity to secure their desired seats in MBBS, BDS, and other medical courses.