VCI Counselling 2026 Schedule: Registration, Choice Filling & Important Dates

Educational Qualifications

• Candidates must have completed the relevant qualifying examinations as required for BVSc & AH admission through NEET UG 2026. Specific requirements are outlined in the Information Bulletin and official notifications.

Other Considerations

• Eligibility may vary by state/college; candidates should verify institution-specific requirements before applying.

Important Dates

• Round 1 Registration Start Date: 18 August 2026 (11:00 hrs)
• Round 1 Registration End Date/Choice Filling: 23 August 2026 (23:55 hrs)
• Round 1 Seat Allotment: 24 August 2026
• Round 1 Result Announcement: 25 August 2026
• Reporting at Allotted College (Round 1): 25 August 2026 to 31 August 2026 (up to 17:00 hrs)
• Round 2 Registration Start: 1 September 2026 (11:00 hrs)
• Round 2 Registration End: 2 September 2026 (23:55 hrs)
• Round 2 Seat Allotment: 3 September 2026
• Round 2 Result Announcement: 4 September 2026
• Reporting at Allotted College (Round 2): 4 September 2026 to 8 September 2026 (up to 17:00 hrs)
• Stray Round: 9 September 2026 (11:00 hrs) to 10 September 2026 (23:55 hrs)
• Stray Round Seat Allotment: 11 September 2026
• Stray Round Result Announcement: 12 September 2026
• Reporting at Allotted College (Stray Round): 12 September 2026 to 15 September 2026 (up to 17:00 hrs)

Note: Timings are in computer server timing. The information is subject to official announcements and annexures.

Registration Fee

• General: ₹1,000
• EWS/OBC: ₹900
• SC/ST/PwD/Transgender: ₹500

Key Instructions

• Mere registration on the VCI portal does not guarantee a seat.
• Seats are not allotted on nomination or manual basis.
• No individual counselling notifications will be sent; candidates must regularly check the official website.
• Read the complete Information Bulletin before registering.
• Private college fee structures are decided by respective State Governments or Universities; verify fees before choosing private colleges.
• Disputes related to counselling and seat allotment fall under the legal jurisdiction of Delhi and must be raised within 30 days of seat allotment.

How to Apply (Summary)

1. Visit the official website vci.admissions.nic.in.
2. Click Online Counseling and proceed.
3. Register using the same email and mobile number used for NEET UG 2026.
4. Complete the online registration form with required details.
5. Pay the non-refundable registration fee.
6. Enter and prioritise college and course preferences.
7. Lock choices (they can be reordered before locking).
8. Download and keep a printout of the locked choices.
9. Check seat allotment result on the portal and download the Provisional Allotment Letter if allotted.
10. Report to the allotted veterinary college within the specified window with original documents.