MP NEET PG Counselling 2026: The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Madhya Pradesh, conducts MP NEET PG Counselling, a state-centralised online process for admission to MD, MS and PG Diploma courses in government and private medical colleges of the state. DME releases the merit list, seat allotment results and round-wise notices on its official portal during the counselling sessions. Admission is based on the candidate’s rank in NEET PG, conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS), so candidates must meet the NEET PG eligibility requirements first.
This guide covers MP NEET PG counselling dates 2026, MP NEET PG registration 2026, eligibility and domicile rules, the counselling fee, seat distribution between AIQ and state quota, reservation policy, rural service and seat-leaving bond, the MP NEET PG cutoff, documents required and the list of participating colleges.
Quick Facts
| Features | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Counselling Name | Madhya Pradesh NEET PG Counselling |
| Effective Exam | NEET PG (Conducted by the NBEMS) |
| Conducting Authority | Directorate Of Medical Education (DME), MP |
| No. of Counselling Rounds | Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 & Stray Vacancy (extra reopened window possible if NBEMS revises the qualifying percentile) |
| Mode of Counselling | Online |
| Total No. of MD/MS Colleges | 28+ |
| MP MD/MS/Diploma Seats | 2919+ |
| Courses Offered | MD: Doctor of Medicine · MS: Master of Surgery · PG Diploma |
| NEET PG 2026 Exam Date | 30th August 2026 |
| NEET PG 2026 Result | September 24, 2026 |
| MP NEET PG 2026 Counselling Starting Date | To be notified by DME (expected after the result) |
| Official Website | dme.mponline.gov.in |
MP NEET PG 2026 Counselling Dates (Expected)
DME Madhya Pradesh has not yet released the official MP NEET PG 2026 counselling schedule. NEET PG 2026 was held on 30 August 2026, and the result is expected by 30 September 2026. The counselling is expected to start soon after the result declaration. Exact dates will be released on the official DME MP website; the cutoff will be released category-wise after each round. [1059]
MP NEET PG Round 1 Counselling Dates 2026 (Tentative)
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Profile creation and registration by eligible NEET PG 2026 candidates | October 10 to October 20, 2026 (till 12:00 midnight) |
| Publication of merit list of registered candidates | October 21, 2026 |
| Publication of vacancies | October 21, 2026 |
| Invitation of objections against vacancies | October 22, 2026 |
| Disposal of objections | October 23, 2026 |
| Publication of final vacancies | October 23, 2026 |
| Choice filling and choice locking for first round | October 24 to October 27, 2026 (till 12:00 midnight) |
| First round allotment result | October 29, 2026 |
| Reporting at allotted college for document verification, upgradation option and admission | October 30 to November 10, 2026 (till 6:00 PM) |
| Online resignation or cancellation of admission at college level | October 30 to November 10, 2026 (till 6:00 PM) |
MP NEET PG Round 2 Counselling Dates 2026 (Tentative)
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Fresh Registration/Upgradation, Round 2 | Late November to December 2026 |
| Choice Filling and Locking, Round 2 | December 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Result, Round 2 | December 2026 |
| Reporting to Allotted College, Round 2 | December 2026 |
MP NEET PG Round 3 (Mop-Up) and Stray Vacancy Dates 2026 (Tentative)
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Round 3/Mop-Up Registration and Choice Filling | January 2027 |
| Round 3/Mop-Up Seat Allotment | January 2027 |
| Stray Vacancy Round (if seats remain) | As per DME notice |
| Last Date of Joining the Institute | As per round-wise notice |
MP NEET PG Eligibility Criteria 2026
To secure admission to PG medical courses, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria for Madhya Pradesh NEET PG Counselling:
- NEET PG: A valid rank/score in NEET PG 2026.
- Age Limit: There is no age limit for admission to PG (MD/MS) courses.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold an MBBS degree or a recognised certificate from the National Medical Commission (NMC).
- Internship: Candidates must complete their one-year internship, or hold the original certificate, on or before 30th September 2026 (as per the NEET PG 2026 eligibility cut-off).
- Registration Certificate: Candidates must have a permanent or provisional MBBS registration certificate issued by the NMC or the MP Medical Council.
- Nationality: Candidates must be citizens of India.
- Domicile: MP domicile, or MBBS/BDS study in an MP institution, is required for the 50% State Quota seats.
MP Domicile and Quota Rules
Madhya Pradesh state quota seats are largely domicile-restricted, so where you stand on domicile decides which seats you can compete for:
| Candidate Profile | State Quota (Government Colleges) | Private College State Quota | Management Quota Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| MP domicile candidate | Eligible | Eligible | Eligible |
| Non-MP candidate (no MP domicile or MP MBBS) | Not eligible | Not eligible | Eligible (open to all NEET PG-qualified candidates) |
| NRI / NRI-sponsored candidate | Not eligible | Not eligible | As per the DME brochure |
MP NEET PG Counselling Procedure
Candidates can register for NEET PG Madhya Pradesh State Counselling through the Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Madhya Pradesh. The entire admission process is conducted online via the official website: dme.mponline.gov.in. Below is the step-by-step counselling procedure.
Step-by-Step Counselling Process
- Online Registration: Visit the DME MP portal and complete registration by entering your NEET PG details, mobile number, and creating a password.
- Fee Payment: Pay the counselling fees online via debit card, credit card, or net banking (see fee table below).
- Document Upload: Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and required documents such as NEET PG scorecard, MBBS degree, internship completion certificate, and MP domicile certificate (if applicable).
- Choice Filling & Locking: Select and lock your preferred medical colleges and PG courses. Multiple options can be chosen. Ensure you lock your choices before the deadline.
- Seat Allotment: Seats will be allotted based on NEET PG rank, category, and preferences filled. Results will be published online on the DME MP portal.
- Reporting to Allotted College: Candidates must report to the allotted college with original documents and the admission fee to confirm their seat.
- Subsequent Rounds: Candidates who are not allotted a seat or are unsatisfied with their seat can participate in Round 2, Mop-Up Round, or Stray Vacancy Round.
MP NEET PG Counselling Fee
| Fee Head | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee | ₹500 |
| Choice Filling Fee | ₹100 |
| Portal Fee | ₹30 |
Seat Distribution
In Madhya Pradesh NEET PG Counselling, seats are allocated based on the type of college, quota, and the state’s reservation policy. Understanding this seat distribution helps candidates assess their chances during the admission process.
Government Medical Colleges
- 50% All India Quota (AIQ): Filled through MCC AIQ counselling.
- 50% State Quota: Reserved for candidates domiciled in Madhya Pradesh.
Private Medical Colleges
- State Quota Seats: Reserved for Madhya Pradesh domicile candidates.
- Management Quota Seats: Open to all NEET PG-qualified candidates, regardless of domicile.
Reservation Policy
State Quota seats in both government and private colleges are reserved according to the rules laid down by the Madhya Pradesh State Government (see the table below).
MP NEET PG Reservation Policy
State Quota seats (50% of government college seats, plus State Quota seats in private colleges) are reserved as per the Madhya Pradesh government’s reservation matrix:
| Category | Reservation % |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 16% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 20% |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) | 14% |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | Horizontal reservation, as per state norms |
Documents Required
The documents mentioned below are mandatory for candidates applying for the Madhya Pradesh NEET PG Counselling. The candidates are requested to collect all the documents before applying for the counselling process.
- MBBS Certificate.
- MBBS 1st, 2nd, and 3rd-year mark sheet.
- Medical Registration Certificate.
- Internship Completion Certificate.
- Photo identity proof in the form of a Certificate with an attested photo from the Head of the Institution last studied/Copy of Passport/Aadhar Card/PAN Card/Driving License (self-attested photocopy after verifying with the original documents).
- Copy of Birth Certificate for proof of age (if the date of birth is not given in the HSC mark sheet/certificate).
- NEET Score Card.
- MP domicile certificate, for state quota claims.
- Caste/category and EWS certificates, for reservation claims.
- Sponsorship Certificate from State Govt., if applicable.
- Passport-size photographs – 8 copies.
MP NEET PG Cutoff 2026
NBEMS has declared the following qualifying cutoff along with the result on September 24, 2026:
| Category | Minimum Qualifying/Eligibility Criteria | Cut-Off Scores (Out of 720) |
|---|---|---|
| General/EWS | 50th percentile | 262 |
| General PwBD | 45th percentile | 244 |
| SC/ST/OBC (including PwBD of SC/ST/OBC) | 40th percentile | 226 |
MP NEET PG Choice Filling Tips
- Check the seat matrix before every round; seats change as vacant seats are re-offered.
- Lock choices only for colleges and courses you are willing to join, in strict order of preference.
- Use the NEET PG College Predictor and last year’s cutoffs to build a mix of safe, moderate and ambitious choices.
- Non-domicile candidates should focus on management quota seats in MP, and on MCC AIQ for government colleges.
- Read the rural service and seat-leaving bond conditions before accepting a seat.
- In-service candidates should follow the open-category registration instructions and keep service documents ready.
- Compare tuition and stipend before locking; see deemed/private MD-MS fees and state-wise stipend.
- Track MCC and DME MP schedules together so an AIQ allotment does not clash with your state round.
Participating Colleges
Here, we have mentioned the list of colleges in MP that accept the NEET PG Scorecard.
| College | District | Intake |
|---|---|---|
| Amaltas Institute of Medical Sciences, Dewas | Dewas | 52 |
| Chirayu Medical College and Hospital | Bhopal | 69 |
| Index Medical College Hospital & Research Centre | Indore | 121 |
| L.N. Medical College and Research Centre | Bhopal | 156 |
| People’s College of Medical Sciences & Research Centre | Bhopal | 85 |
| Ruxmaniben Deepchand Gardi Medical College | Ujjain | 104 |
| RKDF Medical College Hospital & Research Centre | Bhopal | 80 |
| Sri Aurobindo Medical College and Post Graduate Institute | Indore | 143 |
| All India Institute of Medical Sciences | Bhopal | 114 |
| Bundelkhand Medical College | Sagar | 60 |
| Gajra Raja Medical College, Gwalior | Gwalior | 166 |
| Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal | Bhopal | 251 |
| Government Medical College, Datia | Datia | 46 |
| Govt Medical College Ratlam | Ratlam | 59 |
| M G M Medical College | Indore | 276 |
| Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Medical College | Jabalpur | 192 |
| Shyam Shah Medical College | Rewa | 132 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. Who is eligible for MP NEET PG Counselling 2026?
A. Candidates must qualify NEET PG 2026 with the required cutoff and must have an MBBS degree from a recognised medical college. Domicile criteria apply for state quota seats.
Q. How can I register for MP NEET PG Counselling 2026?
A. You can register online through the official portal of the Department of Medical Education (DME), Madhya Pradesh, by filling out the application form and paying the registration fee.
Q. What documents are required for MP NEET PG Counselling 2026?
A. Key documents include the NEET PG scorecard, MBBS degree, internship completion certificate, domicile proof, and valid photo ID.
Q. When will the MP NEET PG Counselling 2026 start?
A. The counselling is expected to start soon after the NEET PG 2026 results September 24, 2026. Exact dates will be released on the official DME MP website.
Q. What is the reservation policy for MP NEET PG state quota seats?
A. State Quota seats are reserved as per the MP government matrix: SC 16%, ST 20%, OBC-NCL 14%, and EWS 10%, with horizontal PwD reservation as per state norms. This differs from the AIQ reservation policy (OBC 27%, SC 15%, ST 7.5%, EWS 10%, PwD 5%) that applies to the 50% MCC-administered seats.