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VCI Counselling 2026: VCI Counselling 2026 is for admission to the B.V.Sc. & A.H. course for the 2026-27 academic year under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ). Registration and choice filling for Round 1 will start on 18 August 2026 through the official VCI counselling portal. Candidates who have qualified NEET (UG) 2026 and meet the required conditions can take part in the online counselling process.
VCI Counselling 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Veterinary Council of India (VCI) |
| Course | B.V.Sc. & A.H. |
| Admission Basis | NEET (UG) 2026 merit |
| Seats | 858 under 15% AIQ |
| Round 1 Starts | 18 August 2026, 11:00 hrs |
| Round 1 Last Date | 23 August 2026, 23:55 hrs |
| Official Portal | vci.dahd.gov.in |
VCI Counselling 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Round 1 Registration & Choice Filling | 18–23 August 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | 24 August 2026 |
| Round 1 Result | 25 August 2026 |
| Round 1 College Reporting | 25–31 August 2026, up to 17:00 hrs |
| Round 2 Registration & Choice Filling | 1–2 September 2026 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment | 3 September 2026 |
| Round 2 Result | 4 September 2026 |
| Round 2 Reporting | 4–8 September 2026 |
| Stray Round Registration & Choice Filling | 9–10 September 2026 |
| Stray Round Seat Allotment | 11 September 2026 |
| Stray Round Result | 12 September 2026 |
| Stray Round Reporting | 12–15 September 2026 |
VCI Counselling 2026 Eligibility
- Candidates must have qualified NEET (UG) 2026.
- Admission is based on the NEET (UG) 2026 merit list.
- Candidates must satisfy the eligibility conditions prescribed for admission to the B.V.Sc. & A.H. course.
- VCI counselling covers seats under the 15% All India Quota.
- The remaining 85% seats are handled by the respective State counselling authorities.
- Candidates should read the official VCI Information Bulletin carefully before registration.
- Meeting the eligibility conditions does not guarantee admission or a seat allotment.
VCI Counselling 2026 Registration Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1,000 |
| EWS/OBC | ₹900 |
| SC/ST/PwD/Transgender | ₹500 |
- The registration fee is non-refundable.
- Payment can be made through Net Banking, Debit Card or Credit Card.
- Candidates should check all details before making payment.
VCI Counselling 2026 Choice Filling
- Candidates must select their preferred veterinary colleges and arrange them according to priority.
- Choices can be reordered any number of times before locking.
- Once choices are locked, they cannot be changed.
- Candidates should select choices carefully because seat allotment depends on merit, available seats and the choices submitted.
- Candidates should save or download the locked choice list for future reference.
- Registration alone does not guarantee a seat.
VCI Counselling 2026 Selection and Seat Allotment
- VCI counselling is conducted online through the official portal.
- Seat allotment is based on the NEET (UG) 2026 merit list, available seats and candidate choices.
- The counselling process includes:
- Round 1
- Round 2
- Stray Round
- Candidates who receive a seat should download the Provisional Allotment Letter.
- The allotted candidate must report to the concerned veterinary college within the specified reporting period.
- Candidates should carry the required original documents during college reporting.
- Failure to complete the required reporting or admission formalities within the given period may affect the allotted seat.
How to Register for VCI Counselling 2026
- Visit the official portal.
- Open the Online Counseling section.
- Register using the same email address and mobile number used in the NEET (UG) 2026 application.
- Enter personal, academic and category details carefully.
- Pay the applicable counselling fee.
- Fill in preferred colleges and courses.
- Arrange choices according to preference.
- Lock the choices before the deadline.
- Save or print the locked choices.
- Check the seat allotment result on the announced date.
- If a seat is allotted, download the allotment letter.
- Report to the allotted college within the given time.
Important Documents
- NEET (UG) 2026 related documents.
- Academic qualification documents.
- Category certificate, wherever applicable.
- Valid identity proof.
- Recent photographs.
- Other documents required by VCI or the allotted college.
- Candidates should check the official Information Bulletin for the complete document requirements before reporting.
VCI Counselling 2026: Quick Links
VCI Counselling 2026 – FAQs
Q1. When will VCI Counselling 2026 Round 1 registration start?
Round 1 registration and choice filling will begin on 18 August 2026 at 11:00 hrs.
Q2. How many seats are available under VCI Counselling 2026?
858 seats are available under the 15% All India Quota for B.V.Sc. & A.H. admission.
Q3. What is the last date for Round 1 registration?
Round 1 registration, fee payment and choice filling/locking will close on 23 August 2026 at 23:55 hrs.
Q4. What is the basis of VCI Counselling 2026?
Admission is based on the NEET (UG) 2026 merit list, available seats and the choices submitted by eligible candidates.
