MCC notice: who can claim NRI quota in 2026-27 counselling

Published 27 May 2026 · Source: MCC notice · Checked 30 September 2026

Key facts from the notice

• Eligible sponsors: NRI parents, or NRI first-degree relatives (including real brother and sister), ordinarily residing abroad.
• An NRI near relative (uncles, aunts, grandparents, first cousins) can sponsor only if they have looked after the student as guardian, with evidence and an affidavit.
• Proof of guardianship under the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890 will be sought during counselling.
• Criteria from the Supreme Court order in W.P. No. 13393 of 2007 (Anshul Tomar vs State of M.P.).

Read the official notice ↗MCC public notice dated 27.05.2026 (NRI candidature, 2026-27)

What this means for you

If you plan to use a relative abroad as your NRI sponsor, start collecting guardianship evidence and the affidavit now. Paperwork, not the relationship alone, decides whether the NRI claim is accepted.

Related guides

• NEET-PG Counselling Guide
• NEET-PG Seat Matrix

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