Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Uttarakhand Medical Education University (HNBUMU) has released the schedule and detailed rules for Uttarakhand NEET UG 2026 counselling. With registration opening this week, aspirants targeting government or private medical colleges in Uttarakhand need to understand the eligibility criteria, fee structure, and updated freeze/float rules before beginning the process. Here's a complete breakdown.

1. Counselling Schedule at a Glance

Candidates should complete registration and lock their choices well before the deadline, since last-minute portal traffic can cause delays.

2. Eligibility Criteria

This distinction is important: many candidates mistakenly assume residency alone qualifies them for state quota government seats, when in fact schooling history in Uttarakhand plays a key role in eligibility.

3. Fee Structure & Security Deposit

Security Deposit:

Uttarakhand offers a mix of government and private seats across its medical colleges, including well-known institutions such as Government Doon Medical College, Dehradun, and HNB Medical College, Srinagar, giving aspirants a range of options across the state's counselling rounds.

4. Exit, Freeze & Float Rules (Updated for 2026)

Understanding these rules is critical before locking your choices, as the penalty structure changes significantly after Round 1.

Exit Rules

• Round 1: Free exit — no penalty and no forfeiture of security deposit.
• Round 2 & Round 3: Not free exit — security deposit is forfeited if a candidate exits after seat allotment.

Freeze vs. Float

Choosing "Float" keeps you in the running for a better seat in subsequent rounds, but candidates should weigh this against the stricter exit penalties from Round 2 onward.

5. Step-by-Step Registration Process

1. Visit the official website: Go to hnbumu.ac.in and select the NEET UG 2026 Uttarakhand State Centralized Counselling link.
2. Log in using your NEET Roll Number and Date of Birth.
3. Verify your mobile number and enter the email address registered with NTA to receive the OTP.
4. Pay the initial registration fee of ₹6,500 via UPI, Card, or NetBanking.
5. Fill in your application details — personal information, domicile status, category certificates, 12th PCB marks, address, and ID proof details.
6. Enter refund bank details — choose the same account used for payment, or specify alternative details along with a cancelled cheque/passbook upload.
7. Pay the applicable Security Fee and submit the form to proceed directly to Choice Filling.

 Fraud Alert: Register Only Through the Official HNBUMU Portal

As with all state counselling processes, fraudulent agents and fake websites often become active during registration windows. Om Educare advises all candidates and parents to stay vigilant:

• Register only through the official portal, hnbumu.ac.in — never through third-party links or unofficial apps.
• Never share your OTP, password, or login credentials with anyone claiming to expedite your registration.
• Make all fee and security deposit payments directly through the official payment gateway — avoid personal UPI or bank transfer requests from agents.
• Verify domicile and category certificate requirements only through official HNBUMU notifications, not unverified third-party sources.

Need Help With Uttarakhand NEET UG Counselling?

From understanding domicile eligibility to choosing between Freeze and Float in later rounds, Uttarakhand's counselling process has several nuances that can affect your final seat. Om Educare provides verified, step-by-step counselling support to help you navigate registration, documentation, and choice filling with confidence.

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