The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the revised schedule for NEET UG 2025 online counselling (now extended until 6th Aug 2025). The counselling is being conducted for admission to MBBS, BDS, and B.Sc Nursing courses under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ), as well as for Deemed and Central Universities, AIIMS, and JIPMER campuses in Puducherry and Karaikal.
The counselling will take place in four rounds Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and a Stray Vacancy Round. All eligible NEET UG 2025 candidates must strictly follow the given timelines.
Contents
Overview
Detailed information about NEET UG Counselling 2025 overview is given below:
| Particulars | Details |
| Counselling Name | NEET UG Counselling 2025 |
| Conducting Body | Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) |
| Regulating Bodies | National Medical Commission (NMC) – Medical Dental Council of India (DCI) – Dental |
| Courses Offered | MBBS and BDS |
| Purpose | Admission to UG Medical and Dental Colleges |
| Entrance Exam | NEET UG 2025 |
| Registration Date | First Week of July (Tentative) |
| Registration Fee | ₹1000 (General/OBC/EWS) ₹500 (SC/ST/PwD) |
| Eligibility | Qualified NEET UG 2025 and age above 17 years old |
| Counselling Process | 1. Registration 2. Choice Filling 3. Seat Allotment 4. Document Upload 5. College Reporting |
| AIQ Seat Percentage | 15% |
| State Quota Seat Percentage | 85% |
| Total Medical Colleges in India | 780+ |
| Total MBBS Seats in India | 1,18,148 |
| Total Dental Colleges in India | 323 |
| Total BDS Seats in India | 27,618 |
| Official Website | mcc.nic.in |
NEET UG 2025 Round-Wise Counselling Schedule
NEET UG 2025 Round 1 Counselling Date:
| Events | Date and Time |
| Registration for Round-1 | 6th Aug 2025, upto 03:00 PM |
| RESET Registration for Round-1 Available | 6th Aug 2025, upto 12:00 Noon |
| Payment for Round-1 | 6th Aug 2025, upto 06:00 PM |
| Choice Filling for Round-1 | 7th Aug 2025, upto 08:00 AM |
| Choice Locking for Round-1 Available | 6th Aug 2025, 08:00 PM to 7th Aug 2025, 08:00 AM |
| Seat Processing for Round-1 | 7th Aug 2025 to 8th Aug 2025 |
| RESULT Declaration of Round-1 | 9th Aug 2025 |
| Reporting for Round-1 | 9th Aug 2025 to 18th Aug 2025 |
| Verification of joined candidates data by institutues | 19 Aug 2025 to 20 Aug 2025 |
NEET UG 2025 Round 2 Counselling Date:
| Activity | Dates |
| Verification of Tentative Seat Matrix by the participating Institutes | 21 Aug 2025 |
| Registration/Payment | 21 Aug 2025 to 26 Aug 2025 (up to 12:00 NOON) Payment facility available up to 3:00 PM of 26th August 2025 |
| Choice Filling/Locking | 22 Aug 2025 to 26 Aug 2025 Choice Locking available from 4:00 PM to 11:55 PM on 26th August, 2025 |
| Processing of Seat Allotment | 27th Aug 2025 to 28th Aug 2025 |
| Result | 29th August, 2025 |
| Reporting/Joining | 30th Aug 2025 to 5th Sept 2025 |
| Verification of Joined Candidates Data by Institutes | 6th Sept 2025 to 8th Sept 2025 |
NEET UG 2025 Round 3 Counselling Date:
| Activity | Dates |
| Verification of Tentative Seat Matrix by the participating Institutes | 9th September, 2025 |
| Registration/Payment | 9th September, 2025 to 14th September, 2025 (up to 12:00 NOON) Payment facility available up to 3:00 PM of 14th September, 2025 |
| Choice Filling/Locking | 10th September 2025 to 14th September 2025 (till 11:55 PM) Choice Locking available from 4:00 PM to 11:55 PM on 14th September, 2025 |
| Processing of Seat Allotment | 15th September, 2025 to 16th September, 2025 |
| Result | 17th September, 2025 |
| Reporting | 18th September, 2025 to 25th September, 2025 |
| Verification of Joined Candidates Data by Institutes | 26th September, 2025 to 28 September, 2025 |
NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round Counselling Date:
| Activity | Dates |
| Verification of Tentative Seat Matrix by the participating Institutes (OTP Linked) | 29th September, 2025 |
| Registration/Payment | 30nd September, 2025 to 2nd October 2025 (up to 3:00 PM) Payment facility available up to 6:00 PM of 2nd October, 2025 |
| Choice Filling/Locking | 30th September, 2025 to 3rd October 2025 (till 8:00 AM) Choice Locking available from 8:00 PM of 3rd October, 2025 up to 8:00 AM of 25th September, 2025 |
| Processing of Seat Allotment | 3rd October 2025 to 4th October 2025 |
| Result | 4th October 2025 |
| Reporting | 5th October, 2025 to 10th October, 2025 |
| Verification of Joined Candidates Data by Institutes | — (Not specified) |
AIQ/ Deemed/ Central State Quota Schedule (Out)
| S. No. | Schedule for Admission | All India Quota/ Deemed & Central Universities | Verification of Joined Candidates Data by MCC | State Counselling | Verification of Joined Candidates Data by States |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1st Round of Counselling | 21st July, 2025 to 30th July, 2025 | 7th Aug to 8th Aug, 2025 | 30th July to 6th Aug, 2025 | 13th to 14th Aug, 2025 |
| Last date of Joining | 6th Aug, 2025 | 12th Aug, 2025 | |||
| 2 | 2nd Round of Counselling | 11th Aug, 2025 to 20th Aug, 2025 | 30th Aug, 2025 to 1st Sept, 2025 | 19th Aug, 2025 to 29th Aug, 2025 | 5th Sept, 2025 to 6th Sept, 2025 |
| Last date of Joining | 20th Aug, 2025 | 4th Sept, 2025 | |||
| 3 | Round-3 | 3rd Sept, 2025 to 10th Sept, 2025 | 19th Sept, 2025 to 21st Sept, 2025 | 9th Sept, 2025 to 18th Sept, 2025 | 24th Sept, 2025 |
| Last date of Joining | 18th Sept, 2025 | 23rd Sept, 2025 | |||
| 4 | Stray Vacancy | 22nd Sept, 2025 to 26th Sept, 2025 | 25th Sept, 2025 to 29th Sept, 2025 | ||
| Last date of Joining | 3rd Oct, 2025 | 3rd Oct, 2025 | |||
| 5 | Commencement of Academic Session for UG Courses | 1st September, 2025 |
Important Notes:
- All Saturdays, Sundays, and Gazetted Holidays will be treated as working days during the counselling process.
- Candidates must regularly visit the MCC official portal mcc.nic.in for updates.
- Once the counselling window closes for any round, no extension will be granted.
- Seat allotments will be based on NEET UG 2025 merit, choices filled, and reservation policies.
- Candidates should ensure timely payment of fees and document verification to avoid disqualification.
Eligibility Criteria
This table shows the eligibility criteria for NEET UG Counselling 2025. Candidates must meet these requirements to take part in the counselling process:
| Criteria | Details |
| Qualifying Marks | General Category: Must score at least the 50th percentile in NEET-UG 2025. Reserved Categories: Must obtain a minimum of the 40th percentile. Candidates with Benchmark Disabilities: Must achieve at least the 45th percentile in NEET UG 2025. |
| Nationality | Indian Nationals, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, and Foreign Nationals are eligible to take part. |
| Cut-off | The NEET UG 2025 cut-off establishes eligibility for 85% State Quota and 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats. Candidates who meet or surpass the NEET UG 2025 cut-off must register for counselling. |
Types of Counselling
NEET UG counselling is a key step for getting admission into medical and dental courses in India. It is divided into two main types based on the overseeing authority and the quota of seats being filled. This process helps make admissions organized and fair for all qualified students:
| Type of NEET Counselling | Conducted By | Seat Allocation | Purpose |
| MCC AIQ NEET UG Counselling | Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) under Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) | 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats in government medical colleges. – All seats in AIIMS, JIPMER, AFMC, DU & IP Quota, Central Universities (BHU/AMU/DU), ESI Quota, and Deemed Universities. | To provide a centralized process for allocating seats in government and top institutions based on NEET scores. |
| State Quota Counselling | Respective State Counselling Authorities | 85% State Quota seats in government medical colleges. – 100% seats in private medical colleges within the state. | To manage admissions for students within the state, giving priority to local candidates. |
How to Apply
To participate in the NEET UG Counselling 2025, follow these steps to register and select your preferred colleges and courses. This section provides a step-by-step guide on how to complete the NEET UG registration process.
- Step 1: Visit the Official MCC Website: Open your browser and visit the MCC official website: https://mcc.nic.in/.
- Step 2: Access the NEET UG Counselling Registration Link: Look for the menu icon on the homepage and click on it to open the navigation menu.
- Step 3: Choose UG Medical Option: From the menu options, select “UG Medical” to proceed to the undergraduate medical section.
- Step 4: Locate the Important Links Section: Scroll through the page to find the “Important Links” section and click on it.
- Step 5: Find the Registration Link: In the “Important Links” section, look for the “Registration” link and click on it to start the registration process.
- Step 6: Enter Your Basic Details: Fill out the registration form by entering your basic details as required. Make sure to provide accurate information.
- Step 7: Enter Mandatory Details: Enter the mandatory details such as NEET UG roll number, parent’s name, date of birth, and security code.
- Step 8: Select a Password: Choose a password for your account. The credentials will be generated and sent to your registered email address.
- Step 9: Complete the Registration Form: Complete the registration form by entering personal, educational, NEET 2024 result, and other required details. Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature.
- Step 10: Pay the Registration Fee: Pay the required registration fee. After payment, take a printout of the registration confirmation page for your records.
- Step 11: Choice Filling and Locking: After registration, proceed to the choice filling and locking stage. Here, you can select your preferred colleges and courses.
- Step 12: Select Preferred Colleges and Courses: Based on availability and your eligibility, choose your preferred colleges and courses from the list provided.
- Step 13: Lock and Submit Your Choices: Once you have finalized your selections, lock your choices to confirm them. After locking, submit your choices to complete the process.
Application Fees
Candidates must pay the NEET UG Counselling 2025 fee before submit the application. The fee structure for NEET UG Counselling is outlined below:
| Quota | Category | Non-Refundable Fees (in Rs.) | Refundable Security Amount (in Rs.) |
| For (15% All India Quota)/ Central Universities (DU, AMU, BHU, and Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi)/AFMC& ESI/ All AIIMS/ JIPMER | UR/EWS | 1000 | 10,000 |
| SC/ST/OBC/PwD | 500 | 5,000 | |
| Deemed Universities | All | 5000 | 2,00,000 |
Document Required
General Documents
- Allotment letter issued by MCC.
- NEET UG admit card issued by NTA.
- Result/Rank Letter issued by NTA.
- Date of Birth Certificate (as mentioned on the application form).
- Class 10th Certificate
- Class 10th Marks Sheet
- Class 10+2 Certificate
- Class 10+2 Marks Sheet
- Recent eight (8) passport-size photographs
- Aadhar Card/PAN Card/Driving Licence/Passport (Proof of Identity)
Documents for NRI Candidates
- Sponsorship Affidavit: Declaring that the sponsor will bear all expenses for the entire study duration (as per the Central List).
- Embassy Certificate: Stating sponsorship commitment.
- Relationship Affidavit: Proof of the relationship between the candidate and the sponsor.
Documents for OCI/PIO/Foreign National Candidates
- Citizenship Certificate or relevant card number documents.
Specific Certificates (if applicable)
- SC/ST Certificate issued by a competent authority.
- OBC-NCL Certificate as per the prescribed format.
- Disability Certificate issued by an authorized and duly constituted medical board.
- EWS Certificate as per eligibility criteria.
Reservation Criteria of AIQ Seats
This section provides detailed information about MCC NEET UG 2025 reservation criteria of AIQ Seats. You can check the seat reservation percentage categories by. Students have been advised to check out the complete reservation criteria carefully. Let’s have a look.
| Category | Reservation Percentage |
| SC | 15% |
| ST | 7.5% |
| PwD | 5% (Horizontal Reservation) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 27% only in National Institutes/Central Universities |
| EWS | 10% only in National Institutes/Central Universities |
State Quota and Categories wise Reservation
The categories below show how medical seats are allocated in NEET-UG counselling by MCC. Each category is for specific institutions or groups, ensuring fair access to medical education across India. Here is the State Quota and Categories wise Reservationa simplified for easier-to-understand:
| Category | About | Reservation | Eligibility | % of Counselling by MCC |
| All India Quota (AIQ) | Open to candidates from all over India | SC: 15%, ST: 7.5%, OBC: 27%, EWS: 10%, PwD: 5% (Horizontal) | Must qualify NEET UG | 15% (MBBS/BDS seats of States) |
| Deemed University | Private universities | No reservations for OBC/SC/ST/PwD/EWS | NEET UG qualification and domicile-free | 100% |
| AIIMS | Seats in all AIIMS institutions | SC: 15%, ST: 7.5%, OBC: 27%, EWS: 10%, PwD: 5% (Horizontal) | Must qualify NEET UG | 100% |
| ESIC | For Insured Persons | SC: 15%, ST: 7.5%, OBC: 27%, EWS: 10%, PwD: 5% (Horizontal) | Must qualify NEET UG | 15% (IP quota seats of ESIC) |
| Central University/Institute | Includes DU, Jamia Millia, VMMC, ESIC | Reservation as per central government norms | Must qualify NEET UG; eligibility varies | 85% (DU state quota), 100% (Jamia, ESIC Dental) |
| Aligarh Muslim University | Seats in AMU | 5% PwD Horizontal Reservation, no other reservations | Must qualify NEET UG | 100% |
| Banaras Hindu University | Seats in BHU | SC: 15%, ST: 7.5%, OBC: 27%, EWS: 10%, PwD: 5% (Horizontal) | Must qualify NEET UG | 100% |
| Armed Forces Medical College | Seats in AFMC | As per AFMC rules | As per AFMC rules | 100% |
| JIPMER | Seats in JIPMER (Puducherry & Karaikal) | SC: 15%, ST: 7.5%, OBC: 27%, EWS: 10%, PwD: 5% (Horizontal) | Must qualify NEET UG | 100% (JIPMER seats) |
Statewise Counselling Authority
All states in India conduct NEET UG counselling for medical and dental courses in their respective medical colleges, filling 85% of seats in government and private colleges through state quotas. In this table provides the Statewise Counselling Authority name and official websites based on the Year 2024 data.
| Counselling Process | Counselling Authority | Official Website |
| Andhra Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Dr. YSR University Of Health Science, Andhra Pradesh | drntr.uhsap.in/index/index.html |
| Arunachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Arunachal Pradesh’s Directorate Of Higher And Technical Education (DME) | apdhte.nic.in |
| Assam NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Directorate Of Medical Education, Assam | dme.assam.gov.in |
| Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board | bceceboard.bihar.gov.in |
| Uttar Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Directorate of Medical Education and Training | dmetodisha.gov.in |
| Chandigarh NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Government Medical College And Hospital (GMCH), Chandigarh | gmch.gov.in |
| Chhattisgarh NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Directorate Of Medical Education (DME), Raipur | cgdme.in |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Directorate Of Medical & Health Services, Dadra & Nagar Haveli | vbch.dnh.nic.in |
| Goa NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Directorate Of Technical Education, Goa | dte.goa.gov.in |
| Gujarat NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Admission Committee For Professional Undergraduate Medical Educational Courses (ACPUGMEC) | www.medadmgujarat.org |
| Haryana NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Directorate Of Medical Education And Research (DMER) Haryana | dmer.haryana.gov.in |
| Himachal Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Atal Medical & Research University, HP | amruhp.ac.in |
| Jammu & Kashmir NEET UG Counselling 2025 | J&K Board Of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE) | www.jkbopee.gov.in |
| Jharkhand NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board | jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in |
| Karnataka NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Karnataka Education Authority (KEA) | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea |
| Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Commissioner Of Entrance Examinations (CEE) | cee.kerala.gov.in/cee |
| Lakshadweep NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Department Of Education, Lakshadweep | lakedn.utl.gov.in |
| Madhya Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Directorate Of Medical Education MP | medicaleducation.mp.gov.in |
| Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Govt of Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell | cetcell.mahacet.org |
| Meghalaya NEET UG Counselling 2025 | North East Indira Gandhi Regional Institute Of Health And Medical Sciences (NEIGRIHMS), Shillong | www.neigrihms.gov.in |
| Manipur NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Directorate Of Health Services, Manipur | manipurhealthdirectorate.mn.gov.in |
| Mizoram NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Department Of Higher And Technical Education, Government Of Mizoram | dhte.mizoram.gov.in |
| Nagaland NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Directorate Of Technical Education, Kohima | dte.nagaland.gov.in |
| Odisha NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Cell | ojee.nic.in |
| Punjab NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences (BFUHS) | bfuhs.ggsmch.org |
| Rajasthan NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Office of the Chairman, NEET UG Medical & Dental Admission/Counseling Board-2024 SMS Medical College, JLN Marg Jaipur | rajugneet2024.org |
| Sikkim NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Government Of Sikkim Human Resource Development Department | sikkimhrdd.org |
| Tamil Nadu NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Directorate Of Medical Education, Tamil Nadu | tnhealth.tn.gov.in/tngovin/dme/dme.php |
| Telangana NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Kaloji Narayana Rao University Of Health Sciences | www.knruhs.telangana.gov.in |
| Tripura NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Directorate Of Medical Education, Health, And Family Welfare Of The Tripura | dme.tripura.gov.in/home |
| Uttarakhand NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Uttarakhand Medical Education University (HNBUMU), Dehradun | www.hnbumu.ac.in |
| West Bengal NEET UG Counselling 2025 | West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee | wbmcc.nic.in |
| Delhi NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Delhi, GGSIPU | fmsc.du.ac.in |
| Andaman & Nicobar NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Andaman and Nicobar Islands Institute of Medical Science (ANIIMS) | andssw1.and.nic.in/aniims |
| Daman & Diu NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Directorate Medical & Health Service | dgehs.delhi.gov.in |
| Pondicherry NEET UG Counselling 2025 | Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC) | www.centacpuducherry.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When does NEET UG Counselling 2025 begin?
NEET UG Counselling 2025 is scheduled to begin on 21st July 2025 with the start of the first round.
How can I participate in NEET UG Counselling?
To participate in NEET UG Counselling, candidates need to visit the MCC official website (https://mcc.nic.in/) and register once the registration link is available. Follow the steps outlined on the website for registration, choice filling, and seat allotment.
What are the eligibility criteria for NEET Counselling?
To be eligible, you must score above the NEET UG cut-off set by NTA, pass 12th grade with at least 50% marks (40% for OBC, SC, ST, and PwD), and have studied the required subjects.
What are the types of NEET UG Counselling available?
NEET counselling includes two main types: MCC NEET UG counselling for 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats and state counselling for the remaining 85% seats in government and private medical colleges. There are also separate counselling processes for AYUSH courses managed by AACCC and state authorities.
How many college choices can a candidate provide?
Candidates can fill in as many college options as they prefer during the choice filling process of NEET UG Counselling 2025.
How is seat allotment carried out in NEET UG Counselling for 2025?
Seat allotment in NEET UG Counselling 2025 is based on your NEET UG rank, your preferences for colleges, the availability of seats, and category-specific reservations. The results of seat allotment are posted on the Counselling website, and you must report to the assigned college to complete the admission process.
How much is the registration fee for MCC NEET UG Counselling?
The non-refundable registration fee for 15% AIQ/Central Universities is ₹1,000 for the General (UR) category and ₹500 for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates. For Deemed Universities, the registration fee is ₹5,000 for all categories. Refundable tuition fees depend on the category and type of institution.
What is the steps of Counseling Process?
Total four steps of counselling process. The counselling process begins with registration, followed by filling in preferences for colleges and courses. Multiple counselling rounds are conducted to allocate seats. After each round, seat allotment is done based on candidates’s choices, merit, and seat availability.
Who Conducts Counseling?
The counselling process conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and respective state authorities.