Medical admissions can feel confusing, especially when disability-related guidelines are involved. To help aspirants, the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has issued an important clarification about the grievances of Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) in the ongoing NEET PG Counselling 2026.

The official notice was released on October 15, 2026. It does not bring any major change or new eligibility criteria. Instead, it explains the roles of the MCC and the National Medical Commission (NMC), so that candidates know exactly whom to approach with their concerns.

MCC vs NMC: Who Does What?

Much of the recent worry among candidates came from confusion about who frames the disability norms. The MCC has clearly stated that its role is only operational. Here are the key points from the advisory:

  • MCC is the executing agency: Its only responsibility is to conduct counselling and facilitate seat allotment based on the established rules.
  • NMC is the rule-maker: The National Medical Commission is the apex regulatory body that decides all PwBD eligibility criteria, including disability categories, permissible disability percentages and course-specific suitability.
  • No independent changes: The MCC has said that it has no authority to interpret, change or relax the provisions set by the NMC on its own.

Grievance vs Appeal: Know the Difference

The most important point for candidates is the difference between a policy-related grievance and an appeal against a personal medical assessment. Mixing up the two can lead to missed deadlines and unnecessary stress.

  • Rule-related doubts (grievance): If you find the NMC’s September 16 PwBD guidelines unclear, or have questions about overall eligibility criteria, the MCC advises you to contact the NMC directly.
  • Individual assessment issues (appeal): If you are not satisfied with the decision of the Primary Medical Assessment Board on your disability certificate, you must follow the formal appeal mechanism. This means appealing to the Appellate Authority under the DGHS. For the current round, the Appellate Board is available only until October 18, 2026.

How to Contact the NMC

If you need clarification on the rules, you can email the relevant NMC departments:

Tip: When you write to the NMC, state your query clearly and attach the relevant documents or notice references. This helps in getting a quicker resolution.

What Should PwBD Candidates Do Now?

If you are a PwBD candidate in NEET PG 2026, there is no need to panic. The October 15 notice is only a procedural clarification meant to make the grievance process simpler. Keep watching the official MCC counselling portal, remember your deadlines, and approach the right authority for your specific query.