NEET UG Counselling 2026: MCC Warns Against Fake Notice on Cutoff Percentile Reduction

Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Government of India, issued an official advisory (Ref. U-11011/07/2026-MEC) on 13.10.2026. This advisory addresses unauthorized information circulating in the public domain. A widely shared document claimed a reduction in eligibility cutoff percentiles for NEET UG Counselling 2026. MCC clarified that the document is completely fabricated.

Candidates should rely on official announcements and verified updates before making admission-related decisions. They can also check the NEET UG Counselling 2026 schedule to understand the counselling rounds and important dates.

Official Notice Highlights

Medical Counselling Committee issued a formal clarification regarding the validity of the circulating document. Candidates can review the official notice details provided in the table below.

MCC stated that the competent authority has taken no decision regarding any percentile reduction for NEET UG Counselling 2026. Candidates can review the NEET UG 2026 cutoff and qualifying percentile details to understand the officially reported qualifying criteria.

For a broader understanding of the admission process, candidates can also refer to the NEET Counselling Information Bulletin 2026, which covers counselling eligibility, registration, fees, documents and admission rules.

Details of Circulated Fake Notice

A fabricated document has been circulating across social media platforms with false claims about lowering admission eligibility criteria. The table below outlines the specific fabricated claims identified by the authority.

MCC confirmed that these claims are unauthorized and completely false. 

Candidates who want to understand how qualifying the examination connects to admission can read the NEET UG 2026 result and cutoff details.

Important Instructions & Guidelines

Candidates must exercise caution regarding unverified information across digital channels. MCC issued specific security directives:

• Authentic Portal: MCC operates only www.mcc.nic.in. Information published on this portal alone is authentic.

• Caution Against Fraud: Beware of unauthorized agents, fake websites, and deceptive circulars.

• Reporting Fraud: Report fraudulent agents or websites immediately to MCC.

• Official Contact Email: adgme@nic.in

Candidates seeking information about the online application process can read the MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration guide. Those who need step-by-step instructions can also refer to the guide to registering for MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026.

For information about seat allocation, candidates can review the NEET UG Round 1 Seat Allotment Result 2026 page. All candidates should continue to verify new notices directly through MCC before acting on information shared through social media or unofficial websites.