Health Minister Nadda Reviews NEET UG 2026 Counselling Plan With Major Digital Reforms

Nadda met officials to assess the arrangements for the upcoming counselling process and ensure that the system remains efficient, secure, and transparent for medical aspirants. The preparations include several changes aimed at simplifying procedures for candidates seeking admission to MBBS, BDS, and nursing programmes.

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Union Health Minister Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda Reviews Preparedness for NEET UG Counselling 2026

Reviews readiness of the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) for a seamless, transparent and technology-enabled counselling process

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Under the revised process, candidates selecting the ‘Freeze’ choice will need to complete physical reporting only once, while those opting for ‘Float’ upgrades will be able to complete the process online. The counselling system will also include fully digital procedures for NRI admissions and document verification.

The disability assessment process has been expanded, with assessments now available through 61 centres nationwide. A 24/7 helpline has also been introduced to provide assistance to candidates throughout the counselling process.

With NEET UG 2026 results released on July 16, the focus remains on maintaining merit-based fairness and reducing difficulties for candidates during admissions. The updated counselling preparations are aimed at supporting a smoother process for students pursuing MBBS, BDS, and nursing opportunities.