Mizoram NEET Counselling 2026 Round 1: Dates, Cutoff & Seat Allotment

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Mizoram NEET UG Round 1 Counselling 2026 has been done and the second round of counselling for the state is going ahead.

The Mizoram NEET UG Round 2 is likely to start in September 2026, followed by the registration process and choice filling of the candidates, processing of merit list and seat allotment, and reporting.

Mizoram NEET UG Round 1 Counselling 2026 was organized by the Department of Higher & Technical Education (DHTE), Mizoram, for admission to medical courses like MBBS under the counselling process for admission in Mizoram. The Round 1 process commenced on 1st July 2026, which included online registration and choice filling, preparation of the merit list and seat allotment, and admission procedures.

Now the Mizoram NEET UG Counselling 2026 is over for Round 1, and the candidates who got allotted seats had to complete the reporting and admission procedures within the stipulated time frame. DHTE has later released the SMATEE 2026 Second Round Choice-Filling Schedule, and Mizoram NEET UG Round 2 is likely to start in September 2026.

Zoram Medical College & Hospital is the largest MBBS college in Mizoram with 100 MBBS seats for the 2026-27 academic session. The college has 70% of its seats allocated under the State Quota, 15% under the All India Quota, and 15% under the NRI Quota. Admissions for State Quota and NRI are done by the Mizoram Government, and the AIQ seats are filled through the counselling of MCC.

Mizoram NEET UG Counselling 2026: Quick Highlights

Here are the key highlights of Mizoram NEET UG Round 1 Counselling 2026.

Mizoram NEET Counselling Round 1 Dates

According to the official DHTE Round 1 notice, the online registration and choice filling process began on 1st July 2026. The entire counselling procedure was notified in the DHTE/SMATEE notifications.

Mizoram NEET UG Counselling Round 1: Eligibility Criteria

The following eligibility criteria for the candidates are set for the Mizoram NEET UG Round 1 Counselling 2026:

• NEET UG Qualification: The aspirants should have qualified NEET UG 2026.
• Educational Qualification: 12th or equivalent examination in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English.
• Age Eligibility: The age criterion that must be fulfilled for admission to MBBS is as prescribed in this regard.
• Mizoram Domicile/Residence Eligibility: Applicants applying for seats under Mizoram State Quota should meet the above applicable domicile/residential rules of Mizoram.
• AIQ Seats: Candidates seeking All India Quota (AIQ) seats at Zoram Medical College & Hospital must participate through MCC counselling.
• NRI Seats: The Mizoram Higher & Technical Education Department will conduct admission for those seats which are applicable as per the prescribed eligibility and admission rules.

Mizoram NEET Counselling Round 1: Application Fees

The candidates who are going to appear for the counselling process in Mizoram need to pay the applicable registration fee during the filling process of the online application form. The fee is charged as per the category of the candidate.

Mizoram NEET Counselling Round 1: Registration Process

Candidates are required to fill the online registration before the commencement of the process of filling up choices in Round 1. Most of the times, the NEET UG Registration process includes filling out NEET UG information, details, personal information and other required information.

• Step 1: Visit the Official DHTE Mizoram Portal: First, visit the official website of the Department of Higher & Technical Education, Mizoram and access the counselling section of SMATEE 2026.
• Step 2: Online Registration: Register as a new applicant with NEET UG 2026 by filling in the required details such as application number, roll number etc.
• Step 3: Enter Personal and Academic Details: Fill in your personal, contact and academic information carefully. Verify that all the information is consistent with what has been provided in the NEET UG application and educational records.
• Step 4: Upload Required Documents: Upload the required documents like academic certificates, identity proof and domicile/categorization certificate (if applicable) along with NEET UG-related documents.
• Step 5: Counselling fee Payment: Pay the applicable Mizoram NEET UG counselling fee by the provided convenient online mode of payment. Make sure payment is made successfully.
• Step 6: Review and Submit the Application: Make sure that the information is correct in the application form before you submit it. Correct (if necessary) and submit the completed Registration form.
• Step 7: Download confirmation: Once the confirmation is submitted, download or save the confirmation along with the fee payment receipt for future reference during the counselling and admission process.
• Step 8: Fill Choices: Go to the counselling portal during the specified choice-filling period and click on the courses/colleges of your choice in the order of preference. Check and secure the options before the time expires.

Mizoram NEET Counselling Required Documents

The following documents should be made ready for verification and admission by the candidates:

• NEET UG 2026 Admit Card
• NEET UG 2026 Scorecard/Result
• Class 10 Marksheet and Certificate
• Class 12 Marksheet and Certificate
• Birth Certificate
• Mizoram Residential/Domicile Certificate, where applicable
• Category Certificate, if applicable
• Identity Proof
• Passport-size photographs
• Migration Certificate, where applicable
• Transfer/School Leaving Certificate
• Medical fitness documents, wherever required
• Counselling registration/application details
• Allotment letter
• Fee payment receipt

Mizoram NEET Counselling Round 1: NEET UG Cutoff 2026

The anticipated Mizoram NEET 2026 State Quota cutoff depends on past years' admission trends, available seats, competition levels across categories, and the exam's difficulty level. The actual cutoff depends on the number of candidates, counselling rounds, and reservation policies. Aspirants aiming for government MBBS seats should aim for a cutoff score above the expected range to increase their chances of admission.

Mizoram Counselling Process NEET UG 2026

The Mizoram NEET UG Counselling Process 2026 consists of Registration, Publication of Merit List, Choice Filling, Seat Allotment, Document Verification, and Admission. In order to be able to receive their allotted seat in MBBS, candidates will have to pass each of the stages within the set time limit.

Step 1: NEET UG Qualification

Candidates need to meet the NEET eligibility criteria to participate in the NEET counselling process for MBBS courses in Mizoram 2026.

Step 2: DHTE/SMATEE Registration

Eligible candidates undergo counselling through Mizoram DHTE/SMATEE and provide the necessary information.

Step 3: Document Submission

The academic and identity and domicile/documents asked for by the counselling authority are submitted by the candidate.

Step 4: Merit List

DHTE generates the Provisional & Final Merit List of eligible candidates who take part in the counselling process through the state. The provisional merit list for 2026 was published in July this year.

Step 5: Choice Filling and Locking

Candidates opt for their preferred courses and colleges in the order of their preferences. Care must be taken in the choices that are made before locking them.

Step 6: Round 1 Seat Allotment

Selection of seats is done as per merit, NEET UG score, category, seats available and preference.

Step 7: Allotment Result

DHTE publishes the allotment/result of Round 1. The provisional result of Round 1 choice filling was also released on the official website.

Step 8: Document Verification

Seat-allotted candidates have to go through document verification and submit original documents as per the counselling authority/allotted college.

Step 9: Admission to the Allotted College

The person who has taken up the seat for the class has to undergo the admission process and pay the college fees within the specified time limit.

Step 10: Further Counselling Rounds

If not selected in round 1 or still left in the subsequent rounds, the candidates will be allowed to attend further counselling rounds as per the rules and availability of the seats.

Conclusion

Mizoram NEET UG Round 1 Counselling 2026 is the initial crucial counselling round for candidates vying for MBBS seats under the Mizoram State Quota. Round 1 of ZMC&H involves Registration, preparing the merit list, filling in choices, seat allotment, and admission to 100 MBBS seats. Candidates who receive State Quota admission will be required to do Reporting, document verification, and Fees Payment within the specified timeframe to secure their admission.

Mizoram NEET UG Counselling 2026: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Ques. Who conducts Mizoram NEET UG Counselling 2026?
Ans. Mizoram NEET UG state counselling is hosted by the Higher and Technical Education Department, Govt of Mizoram. The department handles the state counselling process from registration to the preparation of the merit list, and the filling and allotment of appropriate State Quota seats. All India Quota seats are given to candidates through MCC counselling in Zoram Medical College.

Ques. How many MBBS seats are available at Zoram Medical College in 2026?
Ans. Zoram Medical College & Hospital has 100 seats for the MBBS course for admission 2026-27. According to the college, the seats are allotted based on State Quota, All India Quota and NRI Quota – 70%, 15% and 15%, respectively.

Ques. When did Mizoram NEET UG Round 1 counselling start in 2026?
Ans. According to the official DHTE schedule, SMATEE 2026 Round 1 online registration and choice filling began on 1st July 2026. The candidates have to go through the prescribed counselling process prescribed and the choice filling process has to be attended during the notification period.

Ques. Which authority conducts AIQ counselling for Zoram Medical College?
Ans. Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) is formed to counsel All India Quota seats at Zoram Medical College. The college itself has confirmed that AIQ allotment, State Quota, and NRI allotment are handled by the Mizoram Higher & Technical Education Department.