Rajasthan MBBS Counseling 2026
— Complete Guide
Step-by-step guide to Rajasthan MBBS state counseling (RUHS) 2026 — registration dates, documents needed, rounds schedule, choice filling strategy, and how to secure the best seat in a private or government medical college.
Rajasthan MBBS State Counseling — An Overview
Rajasthan state MBBS counseling is conducted by Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS) for the 85% state quota seats in all government and private medical colleges in Rajasthan.
This counseling covers approximately 2,700+ MBBS seats across 6 government colleges and 14 private colleges in Rajasthan. It is conducted online through the official RUHS portal.
RUHS Counseling vs MCC Counseling
| Parameter | RUHS | MCC |
|---|---|---|
| Conducted by | RUHS (Rajasthan state) | MCC (Central body) |
| Seats covered | 85% state quota — all Rajasthan colleges | 15% AIQ — all India govt. colleges |
| Who can apply | Rajasthan domicile priority + All India | All India candidates |
| When | July–October 2026 (approx) | July–October 2026 (approx) |
| Register at | ruhs.ac.in | mcc.nic.in |
Expected Rajasthan Counseling Timeline 2026
NEET 2026 Results Declared
NEET score & rank published. Download your scorecard from nta.ac.in immediately.
RUHS Registration Opens
Register on ruhs.ac.in. Pay registration fee. Upload documents.
Round 1 — Choice Filling
Fill your preferred colleges in order of preference. Lock choices within the deadline.
Round 1 Seat Allotment
Allotment declared. Pay fee and report to college if happy with allotment — or wait for Round 2.
Round 2 — Upgradation
Chance to upgrade to a better college. Fill new choices. New allotment declared.
Mop-Up & Stray Vacancy Round
Final rounds for remaining unfilled seats. Last chance for state quota admission.
MBBS Classes Begin
Academic year starts. Report to college with original documents.
Rajasthan MBBS Counseling 2026 — All Rounds Explained
Understanding each counseling round helps you plan your seat strategy
Round 1 — Main Counseling
Registration, choice filling, and first allotment. Most seats filled here. Candidates who receive an allotment must decide: accept and report, or wait for Round 2 (risk of losing current seat). If you get your target college in Round 1, report immediately.
Round 2 — Upgradation Round
Unfilled seats + surrendered seats available. Students who joined in Round 1 can still fill choices for a better college. You MUST have joined the Round 1 allotted college while participating in Round 2. Excellent for students who want to move to a better college.
Mop-Up Round
All remaining unfilled seats across all colleges. Often some premium colleges have seats here due to dropouts. Open to all eligible candidates. Requires fresh registration or continuation from earlier rounds.
Stray Vacancy Round
Final round for any last remaining seats. Very limited seats available. Often includes seats across multiple states in MCC counseling. Last chance to secure a seat before academic year begins.
How to Register & Participate in RUHS Counseling 2026
Complete process from registration to joining college
Register on RUHS Portal
Go to ruhs.ac.in. Create account with NEET roll number. Fill personal and academic details. Upload photo and signature.
Pay Registration Fee
Pay the RUHS registration fee online (approx ₹500–₹2,000 depending on category). Keep payment proof.
Document Upload & Verification
Upload all required documents. Some states require physical document verification at a designated centre. Check the RUHS notification.
Choice Filling & Locking
Fill your preferred colleges in order. Strategy: put your absolute best choice first, then fill 15–20 more options in order of preference. Lock before deadline.
Seat Allotment Result
Allotment declared online. Check your allotment. If satisfied, download the allotment letter and proceed to pay.
Pay Seat Security Fee
Pay the required seat acceptance fee online to confirm your intent. Refundable if you surrender properly.
Report to College
Visit the allotted college with original documents within the reporting date. Complete physical verification and pay the first-year fee.
Documents Required for Rajasthan MBBS Counseling 2026
Keep these documents ready before registration opens
