The NEET UG 2026 counselling season is moving fast, with fresh developments across the MCC All India Quota matrix and multiple state counselling boards. From a brand-new 100-seat campus in Delhi to critical registration deadlines in Karnataka, Bihar, and Chhattisgarh, here's everything NEET UG aspirants and parents need to track this week.

1. MCC Seat Matrix Update: CAPFIMS Delhi Joins AIIMS Family

One of the most significant additions to the 2026 MCC seat matrix is a new institute in Delhi:

Since CAPFIMS is managed by AIIMS Delhi, candidates should expect strong competition and correspondingly high closing ranks for this institute in the counselling rounds.

2. State-Wise Counselling Timeline Tracker

Important for Bihar candidates: Since Round 2 does not permit new registrations, any candidate planning to participate in Bihar state counselling must complete registration in Round 1 itself. Missing this window could mean missing the entire counselling cycle for the state.

3. MCC Reset Registration Facility

MCC has confirmed that candidates can reset their registration once per session to correct errors such as an incorrectly selected category. If the counselling fee has already been paid, candidates are not required to repay while resetting. This is a useful safeguard for aspirants who spot mistakes after initial submission — but it should be used carefully, since only one reset is permitted.

4. Deemed University Fee Structures: Notable Increase

Fee structures at several Deemed Universities have risen this year. For example:

Aspirants shortlisting Deemed Universities should factor in the higher annual outlay while comparing government, private, and management quota options across states.

5. Q&A Highlights: Expert Answers to Common Aspirant Queries

AIIMS Rewari — Where Does It Rank?

AIIMS Rewari is expected to place around the 6th–7th position among AIIMS institutes nationally in terms of preference ranking, making it a solid mid-tier AIIMS option for candidates evaluating their choice list.

Karnataka Cutoff Trends

A drop in the number of local Karnataka candidates this year could shift cutoff trends across state colleges. For candidates targeting a rank around 1 lakh, colleges worth watching include:

• Akash Institute of Medical Sciences
• East Point College of Medical Sciences
• Oxford Medical College
• Siddaganga Medical College
• Subbaiah Institute of Medical Sciences

PG State Quota Eligibility After Deemed University MBBS

Candidates completing their MBBS from a Deemed University located in Karnataka remain eligible for the 50% State Quota in Karnataka's PG (MD/MS) counselling. This is an important clarification for students weighing Deemed University admissions against long-term PG planning in the state.

 Fraud Alert: Protect Yourself During Counselling

With counselling activity intensifying across states, fraudulent agents often target anxious aspirants and parents with false promises. Om Educare urges all candidates to stay alert:

• Never share OTPs, passwords, or MCC/state portal login credentials with anyone claiming to "help" with seat allotment.
• Verify all seat allotment, fee, and cutoff information only through official MCC or respective state counselling authority portals.
• Be cautious of agents demanding upfront "guaranteed seat" payments — no genuine counselling process guarantees seats outside the official merit-based process.
• Cross-check category and quota eligibility documents directly with authorized counselling helpdesks, not third-party consultants.

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