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UP NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Counselling Postponed, DGME Announces New Dates
✍️ Shiksha.com
🗓 18 Sep 2026, 12:31 PM
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The Directorate General of Medical Education (DGME) of Uttar Pradesh has delayed the second round of NEET UG 2026 counselling. Candidates are advised to await further instructions on the revised schedule.
The Directorate General of Medical Education (DGME) in Uttar Pradesh announced that the second round of counselling for the 2026 NEET Undergraduate (UG) admissions has been postponed. The decision was communicated through an official update on the state's education portal, indicating that the original timetable will not be followed.
The postponement affects all candidates who had secured seats in the first round and were awaiting allocation in the second round. DGME has not released a specific new date yet, but has assured aspirants that the revised schedule will be published promptly.
Students are instructed to regularly check the DGME website and the Shiksha.com portal for the latest information. The delay is expected to give the authorities additional time to address logistical issues and ensure a smooth counselling process.
Until the new dates are announced, no further actions such as document verification or seat allotment will take place for the postponed round. Candidates are advised to keep their admission documents ready and stay updated through official channels.
The postponement affects all candidates who had secured seats in the first round and were awaiting allocation in the second round. DGME has not released a specific new date yet, but has assured aspirants that the revised schedule will be published promptly.
Students are instructed to regularly check the DGME website and the Shiksha.com portal for the latest information. The delay is expected to give the authorities additional time to address logistical issues and ensure a smooth counselling process.
Until the new dates are announced, no further actions such as document verification or seat allotment will take place for the postponed round. Candidates are advised to keep their admission documents ready and stay updated through official channels.