Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh
— Medical Education Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh
The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh, has officially released the UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 State Merit List on September 2, 2026. This is a crucial update for all candidates who registered for admission to MBBS and BDS courses under the 85% state quota seats in Uttar Pradesh government and private medical/dental colleges.
The merit list serves as the foundation for the subsequent stages of the counselling process, particularly the online choice filling and seat allotment. Candidates can now download the PDF containing their state merit rank, NEET roll number, name, category, and qualifying status directly from the official portal, upneet.gov.in.
UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 Merit List: Key Highlights
| Detail |
Information |
| Counselling Authority |
Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh |
| Counselling For |
85% State Quota MBBS & BDS seats in Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Website |
upneet.gov.in |
| Merit List Format |
Downloadable PDF |
| Merit List Basis |
NEET UG 2026 scores, verified registrations, and state-specific rules |
| Round 1 Merit List Date |
September 2, 2026 |
UP NEET UG Counselling Process 2026: A Step-by-Step Guide
Understanding the complete counselling cycle is vital for successful admission. Here’s an overview of the stages:
- Online Registration: Candidates initiate the process by registering on the official portal, upneet.gov.in, using their NEET roll number and application number.
- Document Upload & Verification: Required documents are uploaded online for verification by DGME UP.
- Fee & Security Deposit Payment: Payment of the non-refundable registration fee and the refundable security deposit is mandatory.
- State Merit List Publication: DGME UP releases round-wise state merit lists based on verified registrations, showing candidates' ranks, roll numbers, categories, and qualifying status. (This is the current stage).
- Choice Filling & Locking: Candidates on the merit list select and rank their preferred MBBS/BDS colleges. Locking choices before the deadline is critical.
- Seat Allotment Result: DGME UP publishes the seat allotment result based on state merit rank, category, and the choices filled by candidates.
- Institute Reporting: Allotted candidates must report to their assigned college or Nodal Centre with original documents and admission fees to confirm their admission.
How to Download UP NEET UG Round 1 State Merit List 2026 PDF
Follow these simple steps to access and download your state merit list:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to upneet.gov.in.
- Locate Notification: On the homepage, look for the 'News and Events' or 'Latest Updates' section. Find the notification titled "State Merit List NEET UG-2026 Round-1" or a similar current-round title.
- Click Download Link: Click on the available PDF download link corresponding to the Round 1 Merit List.
- View and Search: The merit list will open as a PDF in a new browser tab. Use the 'Ctrl + F' (or Command + F on Mac) function to easily search for your NEET Roll Number, Application Number, or Name within the document.
- Download & Save: Download and save the PDF file to your device for future reference during the choice filling and reporting stages.
Important Dates for UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1
| Event |
Date / Status |
| Round 1 Online Registration Begins |
August 7, 2026 |
| Registration, Document Upload & Fee Payment (Original Deadline) |
August 12-14, 2026 |
| Registration Window Reopened/Extended Till |
September 2, 2026 |
| Round 1 State Merit List Released |
September 2, 2026 |
| Online Choice Filling & Locking |
(To be announced soon) |
| Seat Allotment Result |
(To be announced soon) |
Crucial Instructions for Candidates
- Only candidates whose names appear in the state merit list and who have successfully paid the required security deposit are eligible to participate in the choice filling process.
- Always ensure your choices are locked before the stipulated deadline. Unlocked or unsaved choices will not be considered for seat allotment.
- It is highly recommended to keep a personal copy or screenshot of your final locked choices for future reference.
- If you encounter slow loading times on upneet.gov.in, try clearing your browser cache, using an incognito window, or accessing the portal during off-peak hours.
- Candidates participating in both UP state counselling and All India Quota (MCC) counselling must track their timelines separately, as they operate on independent schedules.
- For any final confirmations regarding dates, fees, or procedural details, always refer exclusively to the official notifications published on upneet.gov.in and dgme.up.gov.in.
Stay tuned to ApplySarkariJob.com for the latest updates on UP NEET UG Counselling 2026, including choice filling dates and seat allotment results.
Candidates on the merit list should prepare for the upcoming choice filling process. To download the merit list: Visit upneet.gov.in, locate and click the 'State Merit List NEET UG-2026 Round-1' link, then download the PDF and search using your details.
