The NEET UG 2026 counselling schedule has been set, with the first round for deemed and central universities running from August 4 to August 17. The academic session for admitted students is slated to begin on September 8. The schedule applies to students seeking admission through the central counselling process. Separately, streaming platforms have outlined their August 2026 offerings, which include new seasons of Apple's 'Ted Lasso,' Amazon's 'Reacher,' and Netflix's 'Outer Banks.' These titles are part of a broader lineup across services such as Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and others, according to a roundup of upcoming streaming content. While the counselling dates affect medical aspirants in India, the streaming slate targets viewers in the U.S. and other markets. Both announcements were made public this week, giving students and subscribers time to plan ahead. The NEET counselling process is a key step for admission into medical colleges, with multiple rounds typically held after the first round concludes. For streaming fans, the return of popular series provides reason to keep their subscriptions active through the summer.