Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026: Round 1 Seat Resignation Window & Fresh MBBS Registration Notice

Chhattisgarh's medical counselling authority has issued two important updates for MBBS and BDS candidates - a resignation window for those wanting to cancel their Round 1 allotted seat, and a fresh registration notice with the merit list schedule. Here's the complete breakdown.

Round 1 Seat Resignation Window

Candidates who wish to resign or cancel their Round 1 allotted seat can do so within a specific window: 7th September, 2026, 2:30 PM, to 10th September, 2026, 12:00 PM.

If you've been allotted a seat in Round 1 but no longer wish to proceed with it — whether you're hoping for a better option in a later round or have decided against joining altogether — this window is your formal opportunity to resign. Missing this window could mean being bound to your current allotment or facing a more complicated withdrawal process later.

MBBS Registration: Important Dates

Separately, a fresh MBBS Registration Notice has been issued with its own schedule:

Online Registration is open from 7th September, 2026, 11:00 AM, to 12th September, 2026, 11:59 PM — a five-day window for candidates to register.

The First Merit List will be published on 13th September, 2026.

The Final Merit List follows on 17th September, 2026.

Two Overlapping Processes to Keep Separate

Notice that both the resignation window and the new registration window open on the same day — 7th September, 2026 — though they run on different schedules and serve entirely different purposes. Candidates should be careful not to confuse the two: the resignation window is for candidates already allotted a Round 1 seat who want out, while the registration window is for candidates entering (or re-entering) the process to be considered for a seat through the merit list.

If you're a candidate already holding a Round 1 allotment and considering resignation, check whether you also need to register again separately to remain in contention for later rounds — the notice structure suggests these are two distinct actions, not one continuous process.

The Gap Between Registration Closing and the First Merit List

Registration closes at 11:59 PM on 12th September, and the First Merit List follows just under a day later, on 13th September. This is a fairly quick turnaround, so candidates shouldn't expect a long processing gap — the merit list is likely to reflect registrations right up to the final hours before the window closed.

From First Merit List to Final Merit List

There's a four-day gap between the First Merit List (13th September) and the Final Merit List (17th September). This window typically exists to allow candidates to flag discrepancies or objections related to their position, category, or details on the First Merit List before it's finalized — candidates should use this period actively rather than assuming the First Merit List position is guaranteed to carry through unchanged.

What to Do Now

If you're considering resigning your Round 1 allotted seat, make your decision and complete the resignation process within the 7th-10th September window, since this is likely your only formal opportunity to do so at this stage.

If you're a fresh candidate or need to register for this cycle, complete your Online Registration well before the 12th September, 11:59 PM deadline, rather than waiting for the final hours when portal traffic tends to spike.

Check the First Merit List carefully the moment it's published on 13th September, and use the window before 17th September to flag any discrepancy in your listing, category, or details.

Keep tracking the official Chhattisgarh medical counselling portal for further updates, especially clarity on how the resignation window and the fresh registration process connect for candidates involved in both.

Key Things to Remember

Round 1 seat resignation for Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026 is open from 7th September, 2:30 PM, to 10th September, 12:00 PM.

Fresh MBBS Online Registration runs from 7th to 12th September, 2026, 11:59 PM — note both processes begin on the same date but follow separate timelines.

The First Merit List is due 13th September, with the Final Merit List following on 17th September, 2026.

Candidates should treat resignation and registration as two distinct actions and verify whether both apply to their specific situation.

This article is based on the officially released notices for Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026 Round 1 resignation and MBBS registration. Candidates should verify all dates and further details on the official Chhattisgarh medical counselling portal.