New Delhi | September 14, 2026: The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has opened a time-bound resignation/seat-withdrawal facility for NEET UG 2026 Round 1 candidates who opted for the “FREEZE” option and have already joined their allotted college. The update is linked to MCC Notice No. 21, dated September 12, 2026, as cited in current coverage.

This special window allows eligible candidates to formally vacate their joined Round 1 seat within the prescribed timeline, with the key benefit that the security deposit may not be forfeited if the process is completed on time.

Key Dates and Deadline (Do Not Miss)

As per the stated notice timeline, the resignation facility is available during the following period:

  •  Facility start: September 12, 2026 (4:00 PM)
  •  Last date/time: September 15, 2026 (6:00 PM)

Candidates are advised to treat September 15, 6:00 PM as the hard deadline—meaning the resignation must be properly completed and recorded by then, not merely initiated.

Who Can Use This Resignation Facility?

This window is specifically meant for candidates who:

  • Got a Round 1 seat through MCC,
  •  Selected the FREEZE option (i.e., accepted the seat and typically chose not to upgrade), and
  •   Joined/admitted to the allotted institute but now want to leave the seat.

Importantly, seat allotment alone is not enough. The facility is aimed at candidates who have already physically joined their Round 1 seat.

Resignation Process: Physical Reporting Is Mandatory

A critical instruction is that candidates cannot complete this resignation from home. The steps, as reported, include:

Visit the allotted college/institute in person within the resignation window.

  • Approach the Nodal Officer/admission authority at the institute to initiate the resignation.
  •  Ensure the institute generates the required document on the MCC system: “Resignation Letter / Seat Withdrawal Slip” from the MCC portal.
  • Keep a copy of the generated slip as proof and confirm the resignation status is properly updated.

Reports caution that offline-only resignation letters may be treated as “null and void” if the MCC portal document is not generated.

Why This Matters Ahead of Round 2

With Round 2 counselling activities scheduled soon, this resignation window can affect a candidate’s next steps—whether they plan to participate again in MCC rounds or reconsider options. Candidates should also avoid confusion with an earlier Round 1 resignation/withdrawal facility reported for August 31 to September 2, 2026; the September 12–15 window is a separate, current opportunity.

Candidates should read the exact wording of the MCC notice on the official portal/communication before acting, as rules can vary by category and status.