He also stressed on facilitating smooth functioning of the counselling portal throughout the admission process. Officials informed the minister that NEET-UG Counselling 2026 introduces several major technology-enabled and student-centric reforms aimed at enhancing transparency, improving accessibility and simplifying the admission process, the statement said. Following seat allotment, candidates may either opt to ‘freeze’ the allotted seat or ‘float’ for an upgrade. The counselling process for All India Quota seats in MBBS, BDS and B Sc (Hons) Nursing is expected to commence shortly. They have also been advised to regularly visit the official MCC counselling portal and adhere to the notified counselling schedule throughout the admission process.