The Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Uttarakhand Medical Education University (HNBUMU) has released the official counselling schedule for NEET UG 2026. Round 1 of the state-level centralised counselling for MBBS and BDS admission begins August 13, 2026, with registration, application forms, and choice filling window remaining open until August 19, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM server time).
Counselling Schedule for NEET UG- 2026 Uttarakhand State Centralised Counselling
Key Highlights
- Round 1 Registration Window: August 13–19, 2026 (11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, server time)
- Choice Filling: August 13–19, 2026 (11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, server time)
- Data Processing: August 20–21, 2026
- Result Declaration: August 22, 2026
- Last Date to Join Allotted College: August 28, 2026
- Counselling Rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and Stray Vacancy Round
- Official Portal: HNBUMU website (meta-secure.com/HNBUMU_NEETUG)
Eligibility Criteria for Uttarakhand NEET UG 2026 Counselling
Academic Qualification: Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology from a recognised institution.
NEET Qualification: Must have qualified NEET UG 2026 as per eligibility criteria.
Domicile Requirement (85% State Quota): For the 85% state quota seats in government and private medical/dental colleges, candidates must fulfil one of the following:
- Hold a valid Uttarakhand domicile certificate
- Have passed Class 10 and Class 12 from recognised institutions in Uttarakhand
- Be permanent residents of Uttarakhand
Non-Domicile Candidates: Candidates from other states are eligible for management quota seats only in private medical and dental colleges, not for state quota seats in government institutions.
Registration Fee & Security Deposit
All candidates must pay an online registration fee and a mandatory security deposit via credit/debit card or net banking. The security amount varies based on domicile status and reserved/unreserved category.
| Category | Registration Fee | Security Deposit |
|---|---|---|
| UK Domicile (General) | ₹6,500 | Applicable |
| UK Domicile (Reserved: SC/ST/OBC) | ₹6,500 | Applicable |
| Non-Domicile (Private Colleges Only) | ₹6,500 | Applicable |
Note: The security deposit amount will be finalised based on the official notification. Candidates should verify the exact fee structure on the official HNBUMU website.
Documents Required for Verification
Candidates allotted seats must submit original documents along with photocopies for verification at the allocated college:
- NEET UG 2026 admit card and rank letter
- Class 10 and 12 marksheets and certificates
- Uttarakhand domicile certificate (for state quota applicants)
- Category/sub-category certificates (if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Valid photo ID (Aadhaar, passport, or driving license)
- Address proof
Seat Matrix and College Information
The seat matrix for MBBS and BDS courses in government and private medical and dental colleges will be released on the official website. Candidates can use this information to strategise their college preferences during choice filling. The exact number of available seats, category-wise distribution, and speciality-wise allocation will be displayed in the seat matrix.
Key Points to Remember
- Candidates can participate in only one round at a time; separate registrations are required for each round
- Seat allotment is based on NEET rank, category, domicile status, and choice filling order
- A free exit facility is available in Round 1; candidates can exit without joining
- Round 2 and subsequent round schedules will be notified separately
- Candidates who miss Round 1 can participate in Round 2 after fresh registration and fee payment
Official Website & Contact Information
- Official Counselling Portal: meta-secure.com/HNBUMU_NEETUG
- University Website: hnbumu.ac.in
- Email: ukneetcounselling@gmail.com
