National Medical Commission releases over 50,000 postgraduate medical seats for NEET PG Counselling 2026

The National Medical Commission has released the postgraduate seat matrix for NEET PG Counselling 2026, listing over 50,000 seats across the country for the 2026-27 academic year. Candidates can check the matrix on the official NMC website at nmc.org.in. According to the Medical Assessment and Rating Board, the list includes details of all medical colleges, institutions, and approved annual intake capacities. ## Details Missing The current matrix does not include seats from pending applications for an increase in intake for existing courses or for starting new postgraduate courses for the 2026-27 session. The commission stated that any additional seats or courses approved later will be added to an updated matrix on the website. NMC has directed all medical colleges, institutions, and counselling committees to carefully check the published details and report any errors or omissions directly to the President or Director of MARB. ## Rules And Warnings The commission warned all medical colleges against admitting students beyond their approved intake capacity. Any admissions over the permitted limit will count as a violation of the National Medical Commission Act of 2019 and related rules, leading to strict regulatory and penal action against the defaulting institution. Meanwhile, the NEET PG exam was held on August 30 with a re-test on September 5, and the results were declared on September 24, 2026, while counselling dates are yet to be announced. ## Context The National Medical Commission acts as the primary regulator for medical education and practice across India. The annual seat matrix is a crucial administrative document that ensures transparency during medical admissions and prevents colleges from unauthorized seat expansions.