NEET PG Counselling 2026 PwD Assessment Dates and Steps
MCC has announced the NEET PG 2026 PwD assessment schedule, including portal activation, primary board dates, appellate assessment, and key steps for Round 1 candidates.
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the medical assessment schedule for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) candidates taking part in Round 1 of NEET PG Counselling 2026. The PwD portal will open on October 1, 2026.
Candidates who want to seek admission under the PwD category must complete the required medical assessment within the dates set by MCC. Missing the deadline may affect participation in the counselling process, so candidates should mark each date on their calendar.
NEET PG 2026 PwD assessment schedule
| Activity | Date and time |
|---|---|
| PwD portal activation for Round 1 | October 1, 2026 |
| Primary Medical Assessment Board | October 1 to October 9, 2026 |
| Last date for primary assessment | 5:00 PM on October 9, 2026 |
| Appellate Medical Assessment Board | October 5 to October 12, 2026 |
| Appellate assessment begins | 10:00 AM on October 5, 2026 |
| Appellate assessment closes | 5:00 PM on October 12, 2026 |
What PwD candidates need to do
PwD candidates taking part in Round 1 should visit the designated Primary Medical Assessment Centre during the given period. The primary assessment will remain open from October 1 to October 9, 2026. The final time to complete it is 5:00 PM on October 9.
Candidates should not wait until the last day. Medical centres may have fixed working hours, limited appointment slots, or local instructions. A last-minute visit can turn a simple task into a small adventure that no student needs during counselling.
Before visiting the centre, candidates should check the official MCC notice and the NEET PG Information Bulletin. They should keep their counselling details and disability-related documents ready as required by the authorities. The exact list of documents, reporting rules, and centre details should be confirmed from official sources.
When is the appellate assessment held?
MCC has also announced dates for candidates who need an assessment by the Appellate Medical Assessment Board. The appellate process will run from 10:00 AM on October 5, 2026, to 5:00 PM on October 12, 2026.
The appellate board is meant for candidates who need an appeal or reassessment under the process set by MCC. Candidates should read the NEET PG Information Bulletin to understand who can apply, how to raise an appeal, and what steps must be followed.
An appellate assessment is separate from the primary assessment. Candidates should follow the instructions shown on the MCC portal and in the official notice. They should also check whether an appointment, referral, or other approval is needed before visiting the appellate centre.
Why the assessment matters
The medical assessment helps confirm eligibility for admission under the PwD category. It forms part of the counselling process for candidates seeking postgraduate medical seats through the relevant reservation route.
Completing the assessment does not itself guarantee a seat. Seat allotment also depends on the NEET PG rank, choice filling, seat availability, category rules, eligibility, and other counselling conditions. Candidates must complete each separate step listed by MCC.
Important checks before the deadline
- Confirm that the PwD portal is active from October 1, 2026.
- Find the designated primary assessment centre.
- Check the reporting date and working hours of the centre.
- Carry the documents listed in the official instructions.
- Complete the primary assessment by 5:00 PM on October 9.
- Read the bulletin before seeking an appellate assessment.
- Track updates on the official MCC website and portal.
MCC has asked all concerned candidates to complete their medical assessment within the prescribed schedule. Candidates can read the detailed notice here: MCC NEET PG 2026 PwD assessment notice.
Dates and instructions can change through official notices. Candidates should rely on the latest update issued by MCC before making travel plans or submitting any counselling request.
