If you are planning AYUSH admission through NEET 2026, understand this first: some AYUSH seats are filled through AACCC (central counselling) and many seats are filled through state counselling.
This guide explains what AACCC covers, who should register, the usual counselling flow, documents, and common mistakes. It is written for students and parents who want clear steps.
NEET (UG) 2026 exam date: 03 May 2026 (Sunday)
Exam time: 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM (IST)
Quick Summary
• AACCC conducts counselling for All India Quota (15%), Central Universities/National Institutes (100%), and Deemed Universities (100%) for AYUSH streams, as per its published counselling rules.
• AACCC counselling usually runs four rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and Stray Vacancy Round (SVR-I and SVR-II phase allotment).
• State quota AYUSH seats and most private AYUSH seats are handled by the respective state counselling authority (example: KEA in Karnataka).
• For 2026-27 intake, AACCC will publish a fresh schedule after NEET results. Track the official AACCC UG page for the latest notices.
1) What is AACCC AYUSH Counselling 2026?
AACCC is the central counselling committee under Ministry of Ayush that runs online counselling for specific AYUSH UG seat pools that accept NEET scores.
NEET (UG) is scheduled on 03 May 2026, and the official dates and timings are published by National Testing Agency.
2) Which seats are covered under AACCC AYUSH counselling?
AACCC’s counselling rules list the pools under its counselling. The main pools you should know are:
A) All India Quota (AIQ) - 15%
• AYUSH AIQ seats in Government and Government-aided colleges (as per notified seat matrix and AACCC rules).
B) Central Universities and National Institutes (CU/NI) - 100%
• CU/NI seats are filled through AACCC online counselling rounds.
C) Deemed Universities - 100%
• Deemed University AYUSH seats are filled through AACCC counselling.
• AACCC states Deemed University UG/PG seats are unreserved and central government reservation policy is not applicable there (as per AACCC counselling rules).
3) Seats NOT covered by AACCC
AACCC mentions that counselling for private AYUSH institutes is conducted by the respective State/UT counselling authority.
So AACCC does NOT cover:
• Most state quota seats
• Most private AYUSH seats filled through state counselling
• Any institute admissions that are not notified under AACCC pools
4) Who should register for AACCC AYUSH counselling 2026?
Register if you want any of these:
• AIQ AYUSH seats handled by AACCC
• CU/NI seats handled by AACCC
• Deemed University AYUSH seats handled by AACCC
You can do both AACCC counselling (central pools) and state counselling (state quota and state-private seats). This increases your chances, as long as you follow deadlines in both systems.
5) Counselling rounds in AACCC (how it usually works)
AACCC’s counselling rules mention four rounds:
• Round 1
• Round 2
• Round 3
• Stray Vacancy Round (SVR-I and SVR-II phase allotment)
Seat movement tip: Big movement often happens after Round 1 and Round 2. Stray rounds move fast, so be ready with documents and funds.
6) Dates and updates for 2026-27 intake
AACCC’s UG counselling page shows current notices and updates. For NEET 2026 students, use it to track the fresh 2026-27 schedule once it is posted.
7) Step-by-step AACCC AYUSH counselling process
Step 1: Keep your NEET details ready
• NEET application number, roll number, password
• Registered mobile number and email
• Scans of certificates you plan to claim (category, PwD, etc.)
Step 2: Register on the official AACCC portal
• Use the official AACCC UG counselling page and portal login.
Step 3: Pay counselling fee and security deposit
• AACCC states that counselling fee includes non-refundable registration fee and refundable security deposit (as per category and selection).
Step 4: Choice filling (option entry)
• Fill more choices, not just 5 to 10.
• Use 3 layers: dream options, realistic options, and backup options.
Step 5: Choice locking
• Lock before deadline.
• Download your locked choices PDF for reference.
Step 6: Seat allotment result
• Check results on portal.
• Download allotment letter.
Step 7: Report to allotted college
• Carry originals and photocopies.
• Finish fee payment and admission confirmation inside the reporting window.
8) Documents required (common checklist)
Keep originals plus 2 to 4 photocopy sets. Some institutes ask extra copies.
Most commonly asked
• NEET admit card and score card
• AACCC allotment letter
• Class 10 marks card (DOB proof)
• Class 12 marks card
• Photo ID (Aadhaar / Passport etc.)
• Passport photos (same as NEET application preferred)
If applicable
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
• PwD certificate (if claiming)
• Any institute undertakings or bond documents
9) Choice filling strategy that works
• Do not choose only by college name. Check clinical exposure and internship structure.
• Do not keep high-fee options at the top if budget is not ready.
• Prefer a city where daily attendance is practical.
• Read the seat matrix and round notice before final locking.
10) Common mistakes to avoid
• Missing choice locking deadline
• Filling too few choices
• Uploading wrong certificate format
• Not reading security deposit forfeiture rules
• Paying fees through unofficial links or agents instead of the official portal
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FAQs - AACCC AYUSH Counselling 2026
1) Is AACCC counselling separate from state counselling?
Yes. AACCC handles central pools like AIQ, CU/NI, and Deemed Universities. Private AYUSH counselling is done by State/UT authorities.
2) How many rounds are there in AACCC UG counselling?
Four rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and Stray Vacancy Round (SVR-I and SVR-II phase allotment).
3) When will AACCC AYUSH counselling schedule come for NEET 2026 students?
AACCC publishes the schedule on its UG counselling page after NEET results and official timelines. Track the AACCC UG page regularly.
4) Where do I register for AACCC AYUSH counselling?
Use the official AACCC portal link from the AACCC UG counselling page.
5) NEET 2026 exam date and time?
03 May 2026 (Sunday), 02:00 PM to 05:00 PM (IST).