UP NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Counselling Postponed by DGME

The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh, has officially announced the postponement of the second round of state-level NEET UG counselling for the 2026 academic session. The decision to halt the ongoing admission process for MBBS and BDS courses was communicated through an official notification, citing unavoidable circumstances as the primary reason for the delay.

Candidates who were preparing to participate in the upcoming stages of the counselling process, including the choice-filling window, are advised to monitor the official websites for further updates. As of now, the state medical education department has not released a revised schedule or a specific date for the resumption of the second round of seat allotment.

Details on the UP NEET UG Counselling Deferment

The suspension of the counselling process affects all eligible medical aspirants who had registered for state quota seats in Uttar Pradesh. According to the official communication, identified by letter number ME-3/2026/1692, the entire online process for the second round has been put on hold indefinitely. This development impacts students seeking admission into various medical and dental colleges across the state.

Despite the sudden change in the admission calendar, the DGME has reassured candidates regarding the status of their applications. Students who have already completed their registration and successfully submitted the required security deposit are advised that their current status remains valid. Their registration details will be carried forward to the next phase once the revised schedule is announced by the authorities.

Next Steps for Medical Aspirants

At this stage, the department has not provided a timeline for when the new choice-filling window will open. Medical aspirants are encouraged to refrain from relying on unofficial sources and should instead regularly check the official portals at dgme.up.gov.in and upneet.gov.in for the latest notifications. The authorities are expected to publish a fresh, updated schedule on these platforms as soon as the administrative issues are resolved.