UP NEET UG Round 2 Merit List 2026 Out: Check Rank & Next Steps
The UP NEET UG Round 2 Merit List 2026 has been released on September 21, 2026 by the Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh. Candidates who registered for Round 2 can check their UP state merit rank through the official counselling portal. 33,043 candidates have been reported eligible for Round 2 choice filling, with choices being filled for available MBBS and BDS seats. As per the revised schedule, choice filling starts on September 21 at 2 PM and closes on September 24 at 11 AM. The Round 2 seat allotment result is scheduled for September 25, 2026.
UP NEET UG Round 2 Merit List 2026: Important Dates
| Counselling Event | Date & Time |
| Round 2 Merit List | September 21, 2026 |
| Choice Filling Begins | September 21, 2026, 2 PM |
| Choice Filling & Locking Ends | September 24, 2026, 11 AM |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment Result | September 25, 2026 |
| Allotment Letter / Admission Process | September 26 to October 1, 2026 |
The official UP NEET portal currently displays the revised schedule for online counselling of UP NEET UG 2026 Second Round. Candidates should use the latest notice rather than an older Round 2 timetable.
How to Check UP NEET UG Round 2 Merit List 2026
- Visit the official UP NEET counselling portal.
- Look for the UP NEET UG 2026 Round 2 merit list/state merit list notice.
- Open the merit list PDF or available merit-list link.
- Search for your NEET roll number or name.
- Check your UP state merit rank and other details.
- Download and save a copy of the merit list for future reference.
OGcollege Insight: The official portal is currently showing the Round 2 schedule and related counselling notices.
What Details Are Mentioned in the UP NEET Round 2 Merit List?
| Detail | What to Check |
| State Merit Rank | Your position in UP counselling |
| NEET Roll Number | Identification with NEET application |
| Candidate Name | Name entered in counselling |
| NEET AIR | National rank used in counselling |
| Category | Applicable category |
| Gender | Candidate information |
| Eligibility | Whether eligible for the counselling stage |
Candidates should carefully verify their personal details. If there is any discrepancy, they should follow the instructions issued by DGME Uttar Pradesh rather than proceeding with incorrect information.
What After UP NEET UG Round 2 Merit List 2026?
The most important next step is choice filling. Being included in the merit list does not mean that a medical or dental seat has already been allotted. Candidates now need to select and arrange their preferred MBBS and BDS colleges according to their preferences. The allotment will depend on factors including merit, choices submitted, seat availability, category and applicable counselling rules.
With 33,043 candidates eligible for choice filling and 3,656 MBBS/BDS seats reported for the Round 2 process, candidates should not treat their state rank as a guaranteed college prediction.
UP NEET Round 2 Choice Filling 2026
Choice filling begins on September 21 at 2 PM, and candidates can submit their preferences until September 24 at 11 AM. Instead of filling choices randomly, divide them into three groups: high-preference colleges you would genuinely join, realistic options based on your rank, category and seat availability, and backup options that you would still consider. Before locking your choices, check the latest seat matrix and college-specific details on the counselling portal so your final list reflects both your preferences and current admission options.
UP NEET Round 2 Seat Allotment Result 2026
The UP NEET UG Round 2 seat allotment result is scheduled for September 25, 2026. Candidates who participate in choice filling should check the result after the allotment process is completed. Candidates who receive a seat should carefully check the allotted college and course and then follow the admission instructions. The allotment letter is scheduled to be available from September 26 to October 1.
What Happens If You Get a Seat in Round 2?
Candidates allotted an MBBS or BDS seat in Round 2 should complete the required admission process within the prescribed timeline. The latest reported instructions state that candidates allotted seats in Round 2 are required to take admission to the allotted seat. If an allotted candidate does not take admission, the security deposit can be forfeited, and participation in the third round may require depositing the security amount again.
Therefore, candidates should not lock choices casually. Every college added to the preference list should be one that they are genuinely prepared to consider if allotted.
What Documents Should You Keep Ready?
- NEET UG 2026 admit card
- NEET UG 2026 scorecard/result
- Class 10 certificate
- Class 12 marksheet and certificate
- Valid photo ID
- UP domicile documents, where applicable
- Category certificate, if applicable
- PwD certificate, if applicable
- Passport-size photographs
- UP NEET counselling registration/allotment documents
OGcollege Insight: Candidates should also check the specific requirements of the allotted college because institute-level admission requirements can vary.
Can Talk to Seniors Help With UP NEET College Choices?
Yes. Cutoff and merit data can show whether a college may be accessible, but they do not explain what studying there is actually like. Through OGcollege Talk to Seniors, students can connect with verified medical seniors to ask about day-to-day academics, clinical exposure, hostel facilities, patient flow, internships and campus environment. This can be particularly useful when two colleges appear similar based on counselling data.
Related OGcollege Guides
Students navigating NEET counselling can also read "UP NEET Counselling 2026: How Many Marks Are Needed for Government MBBS Colleges?", "UP NEET UG Counselling 2026: Registration Process, Choice Filling & MBBS Admission Guide", and "What is the Seat Allotment Process through the NEET Exam?" for additional guidance.
Final Verdict
The UP NEET UG Round 2 Merit List 2026 is out on September 21, and candidates included in the list can now participate in the Round 2 choice-filling process. Choice filling begins at 2 PM on September 21 and closes at 11 AM on September 24, while the Round 2 allotment result is scheduled for September 25.
Candidates should use their state merit rank as one input while preparing choices, but should also consider category, seat availability, previous allotment movement and their actual college preferences. After allotment, candidates must complete the admission process within the prescribed deadline.
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