Deepti · September 14, 2026 
Introduction
Uttarakhand NEET PG Counselling 2026 decides your MD, MS, and PG Diploma seat in the state’s government and private medical colleges. HNBUMU (Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Uttarakhand Medical Education University) conducts this counselling for 50% state quota seats, while MCC handles the remaining 50% All India Quota (AIQ) seats. This guide covers the college-wise seat matrix, branch-wise seat distribution, government vs private seats, the seat increase for 2026, and the full counselling schedule.
Data check: as of September 2026, HNBUMU’s official NEET-PG page (hnbumu.ac.in) still lists the 2026 schedule as “Information Coming Up.” This blog uses the last officially confirmed 2025–26 seat matrix as the reference baseline and flags every figure that awaits fresh 2026 confirmation.
Uttarakhand NEET PG Counselling 2026: Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | HNBUMU, Dehradun |
| Courses Covered | MD, MS, PG Diploma, Post-MBBS DNB (in-service PMHS candidates) |
| Quota Split | 50% State Quota + 50% AIQ for Govt. colleges; State/Management/NRI and other applicable seat categories as specified in the official seat matrix for private colleges. |
| Counselling Mode | Online, merit-cum-choice basis |
| Total Rounds | Round 1, Round 2, Round 3/Mop-Up, Stray Vacancy |
| Registration Fee | ₹6,500 (non-refundable, covers Round 1 and 2) |
| Security Deposit | ₹25,000 (Govt., Gen) / ₹12,500 (Govt., SC-ST-OBC) / ₹2,00,000 (Private) |
| Official Website | hnbumu.ac.in |
Source: HNBUMU official portal and HNBUMU’s published 2025–26 counselling notice. Security deposit figures repeat the last confirmed cycle and need verification against the fresh 2026 notice once released.
Uttarakhand NEET PG Counselling Dates 2026
HNBUMU hasn’t released the 2026 schedule yet. The table below lists the stages you’ll track, marked “To Be Announced” until the official notice drops.
| Event | Status |
|---|---|
| Information brochure release | To Be Announced |
| Registration opens | To Be Announced |
| Registration closes | To Be Announced |
| Provisional merit list | To Be Announced |
| Seat matrix publication | To Be Announced |
| Choice filling and locking | To Be Announced |
| Round 1 result | To Be Announced |
| Round 2, Mop-Up, Stray Vacancy | To Be Announced |
Bookmark hnbumu.ac.in and check it directly. Don’t rely on guessed dates from aggregator sites — HNBUMU is the only body that can confirm these.
For Personalized Guidance
Uttarakhand NEET PG Seat Matrix 2026
The Uttarakhand NEET PG seat matrix lists every MD, MS, and PG Diploma seat across the state’s government, private, and central institutions. HNBUMU releases the confirmed matrix just before choice filling opens each round.
Government Medical Colleges Seat Matrix
| College | District | Seats (State Quota) |
|---|---|---|
| Government Doon Medical College | Dehradun | 31 |
| Government Medical College (formerly UFHTMC), Haldwani | Haldwani | 69 |
| Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali Govt. Institute of Medical Science & Research | Pauri | 24 (MD seats) + 18 DNB |
College District Seats Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS)Dehradun64 (PG) + 15 DiplomaShri Guru Ram Rai Institute of Medical & Health Sciences (SGRRIM&HS)Dehradun27 (approx., State + AIQ + NRI) but 200 raised in 2025Seema Dental College & Hospital (MDS seats)Rishikesh21Uttaranchal Dental & Medical Research Institute Kansrao69
Private Medical Colleges Seat Matrix
| College | District | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS) | Dehradun | 64 (PG) + 15 Diploma |
| Shri Guru Ram Rai Institute of Medical & Health Sciences (SGRRIM&HS) | Dehradun | 27 (approx., State + AIQ + NRI) but 200 raised in 2025 |
| Seema Dental College & Hospital (MDS seats) | Rishikesh | 21 |
| Uttaranchal Dental & Medical Research Institute | Kansrao | 69 |
Branch-Wise MD/MS Seat Matrix (State + NRI + AIQ)
Most competitor guides stop at college-wise numbers. Here’s the branch-wise breakdown, which matters more for choice filling than the college total alone:
| Branch | State Quota | NRI Quota | AIQ | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MD Anaesthesiology | 29 | 1 | 17 | 47 |
| MD General Medicine | 25 | 2 | 16 | 43 |
| MS General Surgery | 24 | 2 | 15 | 41 |
| MD Pathology | 19 | 0 | 9 | 28 |
| MD Paediatrics | 16 | 1 | 8 | 25 |
| MD Radiodiagnosis | 11 | 2 | 9 | 22 |
| MS Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 14 | 1 | 5 | 20 |
| MD Physiology | 12 | 0 | 5 | 17 |
| MS Orthopaedics | 10 | 1 | 5 | 16 |
| MD/MS Anatomy | 11 | 0 | 5 | 16 |
| MD Pharmacology | 10 | 0 | 5 | 15 |
| MS Ophthalmology | 10 | 0 | 5 | 15 |
| MD Microbiology | 10 | 0 | 4 | 14 |
| MD Community Medicine | 8 | 0 | 5 | 13 |
| MS ENT | 7 | 0 | 5 | 12 |
| MD Respiratory Medicine | 7 | 1 | 3 | 11 |
| MD Dermatology | 6 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
| MD Biochemistry | 4 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| MD Forensic Medicine | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| MD Radiation Oncology | 3 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| MD Immunohematology & Blood Transfusion | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| MD Emergency Medicine | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| MD Psychiatry | 4 | 1 | 3 | 8 |
| Total MD/MS Seats | 247 | 13 | 131 | 391 |
This branch-wise matrix reflects the 2025–26 counselling cycle as notified by HNBUMU and reproduced in public counselling records. Confirm exact 2026 branch splits against the fresh HNBUMU seat matrix PDF before locking choices — branch numbers shift by 1–5 seats most years based on NMC approvals.
AIIMS Rishikesh: A Separate Track
AIIMS Rishikesh runs roughly 247 MD/MS seats through INI-CET, not through HNBUMU or MCC counselling. Don’t confuse this with the state quota matrix above — it needs a separate INI-CET application and a separate merit list.
Uttarakhand NEET PG Seat Increase 2026: What’s Changed?
Uttarakhand’s MD/MS seat count has grown steadily over recent cycles, mainly through:
- NMC-approved seat additions at Government Doon Medical College and GMC Haldwani, both of which have added diploma and DNB-equivalent seats in step with faculty and infrastructure upgrades.
- New PG Diploma courses activated at VCSG Srinagar for in-service PMHS doctors.
- Private college capacity growth, with HIMS and SGRRIM&HS expanding select branches after NMC inspections.
Total state MD/MS capacity stood at 391 seats for the 2025–26 cycle, up from lower numbers in earlier years. Track NMC’s Letter of Permission (LoP) list and HNBUMU’s own notices for the confirmed 2026 seat increase, since final numbers depend on NMC clearances that typically land close to counselling.
Government vs Private Seats: What Changes for You?
Government college seats in Uttarakhand carry a lower tuition fee and a compulsory service bond tied to remote-area postings. Private college seats charge substantially higher fees but skip the bond requirement. NRI quota seats, limited to a handful of private institutions like SGRRIM&HS, follow a separate eligibility and fee track entirely. If the government-versus-private trade-off shapes your choice-filling strategy, our detailed NEET PG government vs private colleges guide breaks down cost, bond terms, and long-term career impact.
How to Register, Fill Choices, and Get Your Seat Allotted
- Register on the HNBUMU counselling portal using your NEET PG roll number.
- Pay the ₹6,500 registration fee online.
- Upload documents and complete verification.
- Check the provisional and final state merit list.
- Fill choices in genuine order of preference once the seat matrix goes live.
- Lock your choices before the deadline.
- Check your Round 1 result and report to the allotted college, or wait for Round 2/Mop-Up if unallotted.
Remember, HNBUMU counselling covers only your state quota participation. If you’re also eligible for the 50% All India Quota seats in government colleges, you register separately with MCC. Our complete AIQ NEET PG counselling guide walks through that parallel process step by step.
Eligibility Criteria for Uttarakhand NEET PG Counselling
- You hold a qualifying NEET PG score for the relevant year.
- You completed MBBS from an NMC-recognised college.
- You completed your compulsory rotatory internship by the notified cutoff date.
- You hold valid NMC or State Medical Council registration.
- Uttarakhand domicile candidates qualify for State Quota reserved-category benefits; All India-Open Quota in private colleges stays open to candidates from any state.
Reservation Policy: Who Gets What Share?
Uttarakhand’s State Quota seats carry both vertical and horizontal reservation:
Vertical reservation: SC candidates get 19%, OBC (non-creamy layer) gets 14%, ST gets 4%, and EWS gets 10% (government colleges only).
Horizontal reservation: Women candidates get 30%, defence-personnel wards get 5%, PwBD candidates get 4%, orphan candidates get 5%, and freedom-fighter dependents get 2%.
Reservation applies only to State Quota seats. All India-Open Quota seats in private colleges stay outside this reservation structure.
Uttarakhand NEET PG Merit List 2026
HNBUMU publishes a provisional state merit list first, followed by a combined final merit list after grievance resolution. Your merit list rank, not your raw NEET PG score, determines your choice-filling position and seat allotment odds. Check the list directly on hnbumu.ac.in once released, since third-party rank predictors can’t replace the official ranking.
How Career Plan B Helps
Career Plan B supports NEET PG aspirants navigating Uttarakhand’s counselling maze through
- Personalised Career Counselling on branch and college selection,
- PsycheIntel and Career Assessment Tests to match your clinical aptitude with the right specialty,
- Admission and Academic Profile Guidance for document readiness, and
- Career Roadmapping that plans your residency years around your long-term medical career goals.
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FAQs
Q1. What is the Uttarakhand NEET PG counselling registration fee for 2026?
The registration fee stood at ₹6,500 for the 2025–26 cycle, covering Round 1 and Round 2 participation. Confirm the exact 2026 fee on hnbumu.ac.in once notified.
Q2. How many total seats does the Uttarakhand NEET PG college-wise seat matrix cover?
The state’s MD/MS seat matrix covered 391 seats across government and private colleges in the 2025–26 cycle, split across State Quota, NRI Quota, and AIQ.
Q3. Where can I check the Uttarakhand NEET PG branch-wise seat matrix?
HNBUMU publishes the branch-wise seat matrix on its official counselling portal before each round. Download the fresh PDF directly rather than relying on cached tables from aggregator sites.
Q4. Does the Uttarakhand NEET PG government and private college seats matrix include AIIMS Rishikesh?
No, AIIMS Rishikesh runs its own INI-CET admission process separately from HNBUMU’s state counselling and MCC’s AIQ counselling.
Q5. What documents do I need for Uttarakhand NEET PG counselling registration?
You need your NEET PG scorecard, MBBS degree, internship completion certificate, NMC/State Medical Council registration, category certificate (if applicable), and domicile certificate for State Quota claims.
Q6. When will the Uttarakhand NEET PG seat increase 2026 numbers get confirmed
NMC typically clears seat increases close to the counselling start. Track both NMC’s Letter of Permission list and HNBUMU’s counselling notice for the confirmed figure.
Conclusion
Uttarakhand NEET PG Counselling 2026 rewards candidates who track the seat matrix closely and file choices with a clear strategy. Which branch and college combination fits your rank best this year? Keep hnbumu.ac.in open through every round, and let Career Plan B help you turn that seat matrix into the right seat for you.
