The National Medical Commission (NMC) has released the NEET PG 2026 seat matrix for the 2026-27 academic year, dated as on 29 September 2026. The PDF is available on Official websites and also MCC counselling information. Reports put the total MD, MS and diploma seats at about 58,000, up from 52,173 last year.
Direct Link to Check NEET PG 2026 Seat Matrix
NEET PG 2026 Seat Matrix - Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Document | Seat Matrix for Postgraduate (PG) seats for the Academic Year 2026-27 (as on 29.09.2026) |
| Released by | National Medical Commission (NMC), through its Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB) |
| Counselling authority | Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) |
| Courses covered | MD, MS, DNB and PG Diploma |
| Released Date | 29 September 2026 |
| Academic year | 2026-27 |
| Official websites | nmc.org.in |
| PwD round 1 registration | Opens 1 October 2026 |
NEET PG 2026 Counselling - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NMC PG seat matrix 2026-27 | 29 September 2026 |
| MCC round 1 registration for PwD candidates | Opens 1 October 2026 |
| Primary medical assessment board (per DGHS statement, as reported) | 1 October 2026 (from 5 pm) to 9 October 2026 |
How to Download the NEET PG 2026 Seat Matrix PDF
- Go to the official NMC website, nmc.org.in.
- Find the notice titled "Seat Matrix for Postgraduate (PG) seats for the Academic Year 2026-27 (as on 29.09.2026)".
- Open the PDF attached to the notice.
- Search for your preferred college, state or speciality using the search function in your PDF viewer.
- Save the file for reference while preparing your choice list.
How to Use the Seat Matrix for Counselling
- Confirm the exact course. Check whether the college offers the MD, MS or Diploma speciality you want.
- Check the institution type. Look at the state and MCC category before shortlisting.
- Match seats to your rank. Compare your NEET PG rank with the number of seats in your target branches.
- Keep a backup list. Include more than one college and speciality option.
- Watch for updates. The matrix may change as additional approvals are granted.
Important Points to Note
- The NMC PDF should not be used to work out the total number of DNB seats available through MCC.
- Seats for new courses and increased intake that are still under process are not included in this matrix.
- Seat numbers can be revised, so always check the latest version before finalising choices.
- Rely on nmc.org.in, mcc.nic.in and natboard.edu.in rather than unofficial download links.