The Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Medical Sciences (ABVIMS) and Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital, New Delhi, have officially concluded the reporting process for candidates allotted seats in Round 1 of the NEET SS 2025-26 counseling. Following the final result declaration by the Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) on March 18, the institute facilitated the physical joining and document verification for Doctorate of Medicine (DM), Master of Chirurgiae (MCh), and Doctorate of National Board (DrNB) programs. The reporting window, which remained active from March 19 to March 25, 2026, saw a steady influx of super-specialty residents across 14 specialized departments.
As of March 26, 2026, the reporting portal has been disabled for Round 1, and the institute is now in the process of surrendering the non-joined and vacant seats back to the MCC. These vacancies will form the seat matrix for the upcoming Round 2 counseling, providing a second chance for aspirants who were not allotted their preferred specialties in the initial phase.
ABVIMS & RML Hospital: Round 1 Admission Timeline
The admission process at ABVIMS was strictly aligned with the national schedule provided by the MCC. To manage the administrative flow, the hospital utilized specific daily slots for different super-specialty branches.
| Event | Date | Status |
| Round 1 Result Declaration | March 18, 2026 | Completed |
| Reporting Commencement | March 19, 2026 | Completed |
| Last Date for Reporting | March 25, 2026 | Expired |
| Round 2 Registration Start | March 28, 2026 | Upcoming |
| Commencement of Academic Session | April 10, 2026 | Upcoming |
Admission Formalities and Fee Structure
Candidates who reported to the Delhi campus underwent a rigorous three-step verification process: medical fitness assessment, document verification, and fee payment. The institute mandated that all candidates bring original academic credentials along with two sets of self-attested photocopies. The verification team specifically cross-checked the NEET SS admit card data with postgraduate degree certificates and permanent medical registration details.
The total institutional fee for the DM, MCh, and DrNB courses at ABVIMS is approximately ₹54,500. This amount includes:
- One-time Security Deposit: ₹10,000 (Refundable).
- Tuition Fees: Standard government rates for the first year.
- Other Charges: Library fees, alumni contribution, and identity card charges.
Next Steps for Non-Allotted Candidates
Aspirants who missed out on an allotment at ABVIMS in Round 1 or those who chose the "Upgradation" option should prepare for NEET SS Round 2. The MCC is scheduled to open the fresh registration and choice-filling window for the second round on March 28, 2026.
- Seat Resignation: Candidates who joined in Round 1 but wish to resign without forfeiture must do so within the specified resignation period (typically 2-3 days before Round 2 starts).
- Round 2 Choice Filling: Fresh choices can be submitted starting March 29. It is vital to review the "Virtual Vacancy" and "Clear Vacancy" lists released by the MCC before locking preferences.
- Academic Start: Regardless of the counseling round, the official academic session for all super-specialty courses is set to begin on April 10, 2026.
Conclusion
The completion of Round 1 reporting at ABVIMS & Dr. RML Hospital marks a significant milestone in the 2025-26 super-specialty admission cycle for the national capital. While the March 25 deadline has passed for the first round, the transition to Round 2 offers a final opportunity for doctors to secure their desired specialties. Candidates are encouraged to keep a close watch on the official RML Hospital portal and the MCC website for the updated seat matrix. Proper preparation of documents and a clear understanding of the upcoming choice-filling deadlines will be essential for success in the next phase of counseling starting March 28.