UP Ayush NEET Counselling 2026: Hurry up medical aspirants as the wait is almost over.
If you are one of the thousands of NEET aspirants eyeing a future in Ayurveda, Unani, or Homeopathy, the Uttar Pradesh AYUSH UG Counselling 2026 is your gateway. The official schedule for the first phase has landed, and the window is tight.
Online registration kicks off on 06 October 2026 and closes on 12 October 2026. There is no room for procrastination here. The entire cycle, from registration to seat allotment, wraps up within weeks, not months. Miss a deadline, and you are out.
Let me walk you through exactly what the counselling process looks like, where the seats are, and what you need to do right now to lock in your spot.
UP AYUSH Counselling Round 1 Schedule 2026
The Department of AYUSH, Uttar Pradesh, has released a compressed schedule for Round 1. Every single step is interconnected. If you miss one, the next becomes impossible.
| Activity | Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Registration & Document Upload | 06 Oct 2026 – 12 Oct 2026 |
| Fee Deposit | 06 Oct 2026 – 12 Oct 2026 |
| Online Allotment Verification | 06 Oct 2026 – 12 Oct 2026 |
| State Merit List | 13 Oct 2026 |
| Choice Filling & Seat Locking | 13 Oct 2026 – 19 Oct 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Result | 19 Oct 2026 |
| Original Document Verification | 21 Oct 2026 – 26 Oct 2026 |
| Allotment Download & Admission | 21 Oct 2026 – 28 Oct 2026 |
The merit list drops on 13 October, the same day choice filling begins. You will have exactly one week to finalize your preferences. Seat allotment arrives on 19 October. Physical verification and admission run from 21 to 28 October.
That is your entire first round. No extensions, no mercy.
Ayush Counselling, Uttar Pradesh Overview:
The Uttar Pradesh AYUSH UG Counselling 2026 is conducted by the Department of AYUSH, Government of Uttar Pradesh, with technical support from the National Informatics Centre (NIC) . The official portal is upayushcounseling.upsdc.gov.in .
If you are searching for information, do not rely on third-party blogs alone. Bookmark the official portal. That is where your seat allotment letter will appear.
What Courses and How Many Seats?
Uttar Pradesh has one of the largest AYUSH education ecosystems in the country. According to the available seat matrix, the state offers 4,441 seats across BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS programs .
Breaking it down by college type:
Government Colleges (State Quota)
- BAMS: 363 seats
- BHMS: 766 seats
- BUMS: 122 seats
- Total government seats: 1,251
Private Colleges
- BAMS: 2,490 seats
- BHMS: 300 seats
- BUMS: 400 seats
- Total private seats: 3,190
The private sector dominates the seat matrix, particularly for BAMS. That means your NEET rank matters, but so does your ability to fund a private education if government seats slip away.
Step-by-Step UP Ayush Counselling Process:
Step 1: Online Registration
Head to the official portal and register using your NEET UG 2026 application number, roll number, and personal details . You will need to upload scanned documents during this phase.
Pro tip: Have your documents ready before registration opens. A single mismatch in spelling or a blurry scan can trigger verification headaches later.
Step 2: Pay the Fees
Two separate payments are involved:
- Registration Fee: Approximately ₹2,000 (non-refundable)
- Security Money: ₹10,000 for government seats, ₹50,000 for private seats
The security deposit is refundable if you do not get a seat or if you complete admission. Think of it as a commitment device. The higher amount for private seats reflects the higher stakes.
Step 3: Document Upload and Verification
You will upload digital copies of your documents during registration. Physical verification happens later, but the initial screening determines whether you make it to the merit list.
Step 4: State Merit List
On 13 October 2026, the merit list goes live. Your NEET rank within the UP state pool determines where you stand.
Step 5: Choice Filling and Locking
This is where strategy separates the successful from the disappointed. You will select colleges and courses in order of genuine preference.
Critical: You must lock your choices. If you save but do not lock, the system will auto-lock your last saved set, but relying on this is foolish. Lock manually. Print the confirmation slip.
Step 6: Seat Allotment
Results arrive on 19 October 2026. The algorithm matches your NEET rank, category, preferences, and seat availability.
Step 7: Document Verification and Admission
If allotted a seat, you must report for physical document verification between 21 and 26 October. Admission and fee payment run through 28 October.
Documents Required During Ayush Counselling:
Walk into the verification center without these, and you walk out empty-handed.
NEET-Related:
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card
- NEET UG 2026 Scorecard
- UP AYUSH Counselling Registration Slip
- Security Money Deposit Receipt
- Provisional Allotment Letter
Academic:
- Class 10 Marksheet and Certificate (for date of birth)
- Class 12 Marksheet and Certificate (PCB verification)
- Character Certificate
- Transfer Certificate or Migration Certificate
Identity and Domicile:
- Aadhaar Card or government photo ID
- UP Domicile Certificate (essential for government seats and state quota benefits)
- Category Certificate (OBC, SC, ST, EWS as applicable)
- Note: OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificates must be issued after April 1, 2026
Additional:
- Passport-sized photographs (same as NEET application)
- Medical Fitness Certificate from a registered medical officer
- Gap Affidavit if applicable
Carry originals plus at least two sets of self-attested photocopies .
Eligibility Criteria:
You must have qualified NEET UG 2026. There is no backdoor.
Academic requirement: 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology for General category. Reserved categories get a 5% relaxation, bringing the requirement to 40% .
Age: Minimum 17 years as of December 31, 2026.
Domicile: For government seats and state quota benefits, UP domicile is mandatory. Candidates from other states can compete for seats under the All India Quota (AIQ) in private colleges .
Government vs. Private Colleges
Government colleges offer subsidized education. Annual fees range from ₹5,000 to ₹21,000 depending on the college . Competition is brutal. Expected cutoffs for government BAMS hover around 390 to 430+ for General category candidates .
Private colleges ask for significantly more. Annual fees typically range from ₹2.4 lakh to ₹3.5 lakh . The cutoff relaxes considerably, with some private colleges accepting ranks that would never crack a government seat.
If your rank is in the 250-350 range (NEET marks), private BAMS is your realistic target. If you are in the 400+ range, government colleges come into play.
Ayurvedic Medical Colleges in Uttar Pradesh
| # | College Name | Location | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prabuddh Ayurvedic Medical College | Lucknow | ₹2,45,700 |
| 2 | Ankerite Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital | Lucknow | ₹2,53,900 |
| 3 | Shri Ramchandra Vaidya Ayurvedic Medical College | Lucknow | ₹2,58,700 |
| 4 | Sardar Patel Institute of Ayurvedic Medical Sciences & Research Centre Lucknow | Lucknow | ₹2,55,700 |
| 5 | Babu Yugraj Singh Ayurvedic Medical College Lucknow | Lucknow | ₹2,04,600 |
| 6 | Institute of Ayush Medical Sciences & Hospital | Lucknow | ₹2,51,200 |
| 7 | RGS Ayurvedic Medical College & Research Centre | Lucknow | ₹2,04,600 |
| 8 | Javitri Institute Of Ayurvedic Medical Sciences & Hospital | Lucknow | ₹2,04,600 |
| 9 | Arnav Ayurvedic Medical College Barabanki | Barabanki | ₹2,04,600 |
| 10 | Goel Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital Lucknow | Lucknow | ₹2,04,600 |
| 11 | GS Ayurveda Medical College | Hapur, Ghaziabad | ₹2,59,700 |
| 12 | Vaidya Yagya Dutt Sharma Ayurvedic Medical College | Khurja | ₹2,59,100 |
| 13 | Major SD Singh Ayurvedic Medical College Farrukhabad | Farrukhabad | ₹2,59,700 |
| 14 | Shri Babu Singh Dadduji Ayurvedic Medical College | Farrukhabad | ₹2,52,900 |
| 15 | Sri Babu Singh Jay Singh Ayurvedic Medical College | Farrukhabad | ₹2,28,800 |
| 16 | Dr. Anar Singh Singh Ayurvedic Medical College | Farrukhabad | ₹2,50,000 |
| 17 | Sri Sai Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital | Aligarh | ₹2,57,800 |
| 18 | Aligarh Unani/Ayurvedic Medical College ACN Hospital | Aligarh | ₹2,60,000 |
| 19 | Jeevan Jyoti Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital | Aligarh | ₹2,54,200 |
| 20 | Mangalayatan Ayurveda Medical College and Research Centre Aligarh | Aligarh | ₹2,04,600 |
| 21 | Shri Dhanwantri Ayurvedic Medical College | Mathura | ₹2,54,200 |
| 22 | SKS Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital Uttar Pradesh | Mathura | ₹2,59,800 |
| 23 | Sanskriti Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital Mathura | Mathura | ₹2,60,900 |
| 24 | Divya Jyoti Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital Ghaziabad | Ghaziabad | ₹2,60,600 |
| 25 | Dr. Krishna Gopal Dwivedi Ayurvedic Medical College | Jhansi | ₹2,04,600 |
| 26 | Prem Raghu Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital | Hathras | ₹2,38,900 |
| 27 | Gangasheel Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital | Bareilly | ₹2,70,600 |
| 28 | Dhanvantari Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital | Bareilly | ₹2,52,000 |
| 29 | Future Institute of Ayurvedic Medical Sciences Bareilly | Bareilly | ₹2,04,600 |
| 30 | Rohilkhand Ayurvedic Medical College | Bareilly | ₹2,04,600 |
| 31 | Kritika Ayurvedic Medical College | Bareilly | ₹2,04,600 |
| 32 | ANA Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital Bareilly | Bareilly | ₹2,04,600 |
| 33 | RK Institute of Ayurvedic Medical Sciences Bareilly | Bareilly | ₹2,04,600 |
| 34 | Satyaraj Hospital & Ayurvedic Medical College | Bareilly | ₹2,04,600 |
| 35 | Prakash Institute of Ayurvedic Medical Sciences Bulandshahr | Bulandshahr | ₹2,60,500 |
| 36 | Ishan Ayurvedic Medical College and Research Centre Greater Noida | G. Noida | ₹2,45,400 |
| 37 | Shree Ram Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital Meerut | Meerut | ₹2,04,600 |
| 38 | Mahaveer Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital Meerut | Meerut | ₹2,04,600 |
| 39 | IIMT Ayurvedic Medical College | Meerut | ₹2,39,200 |
| 40 | Charak Ayurvedic Medical College | Meerut | ₹2,04,600 |
| 41 | RK Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital Azamgarh | Azamgarh | ₹2,30,800 |
| 42 | BABA Vishwanath Ayurvedic Medical College | Azamgarh | ₹2,65,000 |
| 43 | Sarvdev Ayurvedic Medical College And Maha Mrityunjai Hospital | Azamgarh | ₹2,04,60 |
| 44 | S. K. Mishra Anita Ayurvedic Medical College | Azamgarh | ₹2,04,60 |
| 45 | Shivalik Ayurvedic Medical College Azamgarh | Azamgarh | ₹2,55,800 |
| 46 | Apex Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine & Hospital | Varanasi | ₹2,30,600 |
| 47 | Dr. Vijay Ayurvedic Medical College | Varanasi | ₹2,04,600 |
| 48 | SAS Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital | Varanasi | ₹2,55,500 |
| 49 | Santushti Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital | Varanasi | ₹2,51,600 |
| 50 | Shri Krishna Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital | Varanasi | ₹2,69,800 |
| 51 | Jeevak Ayurved Medical College And Hospital Research Center | Varanasi | ₹2,60,600 |
| 52 | K.V. Ayurvedic Medical College & Dev Hospital | Agra | ₹2,50,000 |
| 53 | R.B. Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital | Agra | ₹2,52,400 |
| 54 | Naiminath Ayurvedic Medical College | Agra | ₹3,00,000 |
| 55 | S.R.S. Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital | Agra | ₹2,04,600 |
| 56 | MD Ayurvedic Medical College | Agra | ₹2,48,900 |
| 57 | Bapu Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital | Mau | ₹2,48,000 |
| 58 | Bhagwant Ayurvedic Medical College | Bijnor | ₹2,04,600 |
| 59 | Krishna Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital | Bijnor | ₹2,04,600 |
| 60 | Vivek College of Ayurvedic Sciences & Hospital | Bijnor | ₹2,50,000 |
| 61 | Chandra Sekhar Ayurvedic Medical College | Kausambhi | ₹2,59,000 |
| 62 | FS Ayurvedic Medical College | Firozabad | ₹2,04,600 |
| 63 | KVS Ayurvedic Medical College | Ghazipur | ₹2,04,600 |
| 64 | SNSK Ayurvedic Medical College | Ghazipur | ₹2,04,600 |
| 65 | SGMPG Ayurvedic Medical College Ghazipur | Ghazipur | ₹2,48,000 |
| 66 | SCPM Ayurvedic Medical College | Gonda | ₹2,32,100 |
| 67 | Shanti Ayurvedic Medical College | Ballia | ₹2,56,900 |
| 68 | Kunwar Shekhar Vijendra Ayurved Medical College | Saharanpur | ₹2,52,100 |
| 69 | Doon Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital Saharanpur | Saharanpur | ₹2,04,600 |
| 70 | Dronacharya Ayurvedic Educational Institute and Hospital Saharanpur | Saharanpur | ₹2,04,600 |
| 71 | Saharanpur Ayurved Medical College | Saharanpur | ₹2,04,600 |
| 72 | Glocal College of Ayurvedic Medical Science Saharanpur | Saharanpur | ₹2,51,300 |
| 73 | Kalawati Ayurvedic Medical College and Research Center | Kasganj | ₹2,35,700 |
| 74 | WTM Ayurvedic Medical College | Amroha | ₹2,51,100 |
| 75 | Sanjeevani Ayurvedic Medical College | Amroha | ₹2,04,600 |
| 76 | Bhartiya Ayurvedic Medical College | Amroha | ₹2,49,300 |
| 77 | Shree Sataya Ayurvedic Medical College | Moradabad | ₹2,04,600 |
| 78 | Guru Gorakshnath Institute of Medical Sciences | Gorakhpur | ₹2,65,000 |
| 79 | Gorakhpuritm Ayurvedic Medical College | Maharajganj | ₹2,04,600 |
| 80 | Maharana Pratap Ayurvedic College & Hospital | Kanpur | ₹2,04,600 |
| 81 | Vimla Family Ayurvedic Medical College and Hospital | Kanpur | ₹2,04,600 |
| 82 | Rama Ayurvedic Medical College (Rama University) | Kanpur | ₹2,36,500 |
| 83 | CS Ayurvedic Medical College | Etah | ₹2,04,600 |
| 84 | Amrapali Ayurvedic Medical College | Unnao | ₹2,04,600 |
| 85 | Shri Santanpal Singh Ayurvedic Medical College & Hospital | Shahjahanpur | ₹2,04,600 |
| 86 | Shahjahanpur Swati Hospital and Ayurvedic Medical College | Muzaffarnagar | ₹2,04,600 |
| 87 | Bharat Ayurvedic Medical College | Muzaffarnagar | ₹2,25,000 |
| 88 | Dr Sarvesh Kumar Shukla Ayurvedic Medical College Bahraich | Bahraich | ₹2,04,600 |
| 89 | Dr. Shakuntala Ayurvedic Medical College | Jaunpur | ₹2,04,600 |
Mistakes To Avoid During Admission Counselling:
Mistake 1: Not locking choices. Saving is not locking. The system may auto-lock, but if it glitches, you have no recourse.
Mistake 2: Ignoring document validity. An expired OBC certificate or a domicile mismatch will disqualify you at verification.
Mistake 3: Filling unrealistic choices. If your rank is 100,000, listing only government colleges in Lucknow and Varanasi is a waste. Fill a mix. Private colleges are not a failure. They are a different path.
Mistake 4: Waiting for the last day. Servers crash. Payment gateways fail. Your internet dies. Register on day one.
Procedure After Round 1?
If seats remain vacant, the counselling authority conducts subsequent rounds. These typically include:
- Round 2: Fresh registration and choice filling
- Mop-Up Round: Open to candidates who did not secure seats earlier
- Stray Vacancy Round: Final opportunity, primarily for private colleges
The UP AYUSH counselling typically runs from September through November, with multiple rounds depending on seat vacancies .
Frequently Asked Questions About UP AYUSH UG Counselling 2026
Q1: When does UP AYUSH Counselling 2026 start?
Registration for Round 1 opens on 06 October 2026 and closes on 12 October 2026. The merit list is scheduled for 13 October, choice filling runs from 13 to 19 October, and seat allotment results are declared on 19 October. Original document verification and admission conclude by 28 October, according to the provided schedule.
Q2: Can I participate in UP AYUSH Counselling if I am not a UP resident?
Yes, but eligibility depends on the seat category and applicable counselling rules. Non-UP candidates may be eligible for All India Quota seats in private AYUSH colleges under UP AYUSH Counselling. UP domicile is generally required for government state-quota seats and state reservation benefits. Check the official 2026 information bulletin for the precise eligibility conditions.
Q3: What is the difference between registration fee and security money?
The registration fee, reported to be approximately ₹2,000, is generally non-refundable and covers administrative processing. The security deposit is reported as ₹10,000 for government seats and ₹50,000 for private seats. Refund eligibility and deductions depend on the official counselling rules and the candidate’s admission or withdrawal status. Confirm the applicable amounts for 2026 before payment.
Q4: What happens if I do not lock my choices?
If the counselling portal automatically locks saved choices at the deadline, your last saved preferences may be treated as final. However, this depends on the official counselling rules and portal instructions. Do not rely on auto-lock. Lock your choices manually before the deadline and download the confirmation slip for your records.
Q5: How many seats are available in UP AYUSH Counselling 2026?
According to the provided seat-matrix figures, Uttar Pradesh has 4,441 seats across BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS programmes. Government colleges account for 1,251 seats, while private colleges account for 3,190 seats. Candidates should verify the final seat matrix published for the 2026 counselling session.
Q6: Is NEET compulsory for BAMS admission in UP?
Yes. NEET-UG qualification is mandatory for BAMS admission in Uttar Pradesh, including government and private colleges, subject to the applicable eligibility rules. Candidates must qualify NEET and participate in the relevant counselling process. There is no separate alternative entrance examination for regular BAMS admission.
Q7: What documents do I need for physical verification?
Keep your NEET admit card and scorecard, counselling registration slip, security deposit receipt, seat allotment letter, Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and certificates, Aadhaar card, passport-size photographs, and medical fitness certificate ready. Carry your UP domicile certificate and applicable category certificate if required for your seat category. Bring original documents and self-attested photocopies, following the official verification instructions.
Q8: Can I surrender my seat after allotment?
Seat surrender or resignation may be permitted under the applicable counselling rules and within the specified deadline. The provided information states that resignation must be submitted in person at the designated college before the next round’s choice filling begins, with a reported ₹1,000 deduction from the admission fee refund. Confirm the current procedure, deadline, and refund conditions in the official 2026 counselling guidelines before surrendering your seat.
The UP AYUSH UG Counselling 2026 is not complicated. It is just unforgiving of delays, incomplete documents, and half-hearted choice filling. Mark the dates. Prepare your documents. Lock your choices. Your future in AYUSH medicine starts with these two weeks in October.