Punjab Counselling Fee Payment: Stepwise Guide

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Punjab NEET UG Counselling registration has started on 5th August 2026 

Physical reporting to the colleges started on 28th August 2026, and it will last till 5th September 2026 

Knowing the Punjab Counselling fee payment details is mandatory for students as the Punjab NEET counselling 2026 has started in the first week of August 2026, and recently, the Punjab NEET Counselling 2026 Round 1 result has been published on 27th August. Currently, the physical reporting to the colleges after Round 1 is ongoing till 5th September 2026. It typically includes three rounds with a mop-up round. The final seat allotment process takes place in the third or fourth week of August, with Round 2 around the second or third week of September. The mop-up round is expected in September or October 2026. This blog provides clear guidance about the Punjab Counselling fee payment steps to students seeking MBBS admission in medical colleges in Punjab.

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Punjab Medical Counselling 2026: Important Dates

The table below represents important upcoming dates for Punjab medical counselling 2026

Why is the Counselling Fee Important?

The steps below will guide you on why the counselling fee is an important factor in admission.

• Seat Confirmation-  Only after fee payment, the candidate's seat is confirmed, and they can be an active member for the Punjab Medical Counselling
• Prevents Disqualification- Failure to pay the fee within the period can disqualify the candidate from the counselling process.
• Unlocks Choice Filling: Once payment is confirmed, the Candidate can log in to the portal, view available colleges, and start filling out their preferences.

Punjab Counselling Fee Payment Structure

In Punjab, the MBBS fee structure depends on the college type, whether the college is government or private and the quota (Government or Management). Government MBBS colleges' fees range annually from ₹1,50,000 to ₹1,80,000, excluding hostel and other charges. Private colleges have higher fees; Management Quota seats can range from ₹7,50,000 to ₹10,00,000 per year. 

The counselling fee is also different for different categories in the Punjab Medical Counselling 2026

•  General Category: ₹2,000
• Reserved Category (SC/ ST/EWS): ₹1,000
• PwD (Persons with Disability): ₹500
• Management Seats (if applicable): ₹5,000

Punjab Counselling Fee Payment: Step-by-Step Guide 

Step 1- Open the Punjab Counselling website and fill out all required personal and academic details.

Step 2- Upload scanned copies of original documents (10+2 marksheet, NEET score card, NEET admit card, category certificate, domicile certificate).

Step 3- Select fee payment and choose your payment mode (UPI/Bank Transfer/Card).

Step 4– Enter your payment details

• Card: Input card number, expiry date, and CVV (make sure online payments are enabled).
• Net Banking: Select your bank and log in with your net-banking username and password.
• UPI: Scan the QR code or enter your UPI ID and approve the transaction.

Step 5- After successful payment, download and save the fee receipt.

Punjab Counselling Fee Payment: Stepwise Guide: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Ques: Which payment methods are accepted?
Ans: Candidates can pay by various methods; examples are  Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, and UPI. The candidate can also check for offline payment at the college admission panel. 

Ques: How do I know if my payment was successful?
Ans: After payment, the Candidate will see a confirmation message with a transaction ID and also receive an SMS and email. Download or screenshot the fee receipt as proof.

Ques: What if the transaction fails but the amount is deducted?
Ans: Wait for 10–15 minutes for any updates. If it still shows as not a successful payment, note your bank transaction ID, take a screenshot, and contact the counselling helpline with these details.

Ques: Can I change my category after paying the fee?
Ans: No, once the payment is done, you can not change any details. For any corrections, contact support before fee payment.