Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2025 has been conducted by the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations (CEE) Thiruvananthapuram for the admission to MBBS and BDS. Admission to medical and dental colleges for 2025 session will be based on NEET UG scorecards. The counselling process is conducted online only.
Throughout this article provides details about Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2025, such as important dates, online registration process, the counselling procedure and eligibility criteria etc.
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Highlights
Before discussing the details of the Kerala NEET UG Counselling Procedure, let’s Have a look.
| Specifics | Details |
| Counselling Name | Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2025 |
| Counselling Conducting Authority | Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) |
| Effective Entrance Exam | NEET UG Conducted by the NTA. |
| Courses Offered | MBBS and BDS |
| No. Of Medical Colleges in Kerala | 34 |
| No. Of Dental Colleges in Kerala | 27 |
| Total No. Of Medical seats In Kerala | 4905 |
| Total No. Of Dental seats In Kerala | 1920 |
| No. Of Counselling round | 3, Mop-Up, Stray Round |
| Official website | https://www.cee.kerala.gov.in/cee/ |
Kerala NEET UG 2025 Counselling: Round 1 Schedule (Revised)
Here is the round 1 schedule of Kerala NEET UG counselling 2025. Take a look:
| Particulars | Schedule |
| Score Upload Window Start Date | 16 July 2025 |
| Last Date Score Upload Window | 21 July 2025 |
| Option Registration/Deletion/Re-arrangement for MBBS/BDS Courses | 09.08.2025 to 15.08.2025, 11:59 PM |
| Provisional Allotment to MBBS/BDS Course (Revised and Published) | 16.08.2025 |
| 1st Round Final seat allocation. | 18.08.2025 |
Kerala NEET UG 2025 Counselling: Round 2 Schedule
Here is the round 2 schedule of Kerala NEET UG counselling 2025. Take a look:
| Display of vacancy position for 2nd round | 3rd week of Aug 2025 |
| Revised Filling of choices/preferences of colleges and quota for provisional allocation of seats through online counselling | 3rd week of Aug 2025 |
| 2nd Round Provisional Seats allocation | 4th week of Aug 2025 |
| 2nd Round Final Seats allocation | 4th week of Aug 2025 |
| Joining of candidates allotted seats in 2nd round of counselling | 1st week of Sept 2025 |
Kerala NEET UG 2025 Counselling: Round 3 Schedule
Here is the round 3 schedule of Kerala NEET UG counselling 2025. Take a look:
| Display of vacancy position for 3rd round counselling | 2nd week of Sept 2025 |
| Submission of fresh online application with successful transaction of fee for 3rd round counselling (for those not registered in previous rounds) | 2nd week of Sept 2025 |
| Merit list for 3rd round counselling | 3rd week of Sept 2025 |
| Filling of choices/preferences of colleges and quota for provisional allocation of seats through online counselling | 3rd week of Sept 2025 |
| 3rd Round Provisional seats allocation | 3rd week of Sept 2025 |
| 3rd Round Final Seats allocation | 4th week of Sept 2025 |
| Joining of candidates allotted seats in 3rd round of counselling | 4th week of Sept 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for Kerala NEET UG 2025 admission counselling, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria set by the authorities. Ensure you review these guidelines carefully before applying:
| Criterion | Requirement |
| Nationality | Indian Citizen, NRI, OCI, PIO, or Foreign National (fulfilling specific eligibility criteria) |
| Educational Qualification | Passed or appeared in 10+2 or equivalent examinations with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as compulsory subjects |
| Minimum Marks | 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Biotechnology (40% for SC, ST, and OBC-NCL) |
| NEET Qualification | Qualified in NEET UG 2025 with a valid score |
| Age Limit | Minimum 17 years as of December 31, 2025 (no upper age limit) |
Registration Process
Here is the KeralaNEET UG Counselling 2025 registration process step by step. Candidates must follow every step for registration.
Step 1: Registration
- Visit the official website: https://cee.kerala.gov.in/
- Create a new account by providing basic details.
- You’ll receive a unique application number and password.
- Remember your credentials for future logins.
Step 2: Fill the Application Form
- Carefully enter all required information, including educational details, category, and contact details.
- Double-check all entries for accuracy before submitting.
Step 3: Pay the Application Fee
- Make the payment through an online gateway or e-Challan using the specified method.
Step 4: Upload Documents
- Upload a recent passport-sized photograph and your signature in JPG format.
- Scan and upload all necessary certificates supporting your claims (e.g., category, domicile).
- Combine multiple documents for the same claim into a single PDF if needed.
Step 5: Print Acknowledgement
- After completing the steps above, print the application acknowledgement page for your records.
Counselling Process
In Kerala, MBBS and BDS admission procedure is managed by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) considering the NEET UG 2025 ranks. Here’s a concise guide:
Registration
- Initial Registration: Must complete CEE registration for NEET UG-based courses.
- Missed Registration: After NEET UG 2025 results, visit cee.kerala.gov.in to register within 2-3 days.
Registration & Security Fees
In this section we provide the categories wise registration and security fees for Kerala NEET UG counselling 2025:
Registration Fees
| Category | Fees (In INR) |
| General | Rs. 500 |
| SC/ OBC | Rs. 200 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Rs. Nil |
Security Fees
| Quota | Category | Non-Refundable Fees (in Rs.) | Refundable Security Amount |
| For (15% All India Quota)/ Central Universities (DU, AMU, BHU, and Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi)/AFMC & ESI/ All AIIMS/ JIPMER | UR/EWS | 1000/- | Rs. 10,000/- |
| SC/ST/OBC/PwD | 500/- | Rs. 5,000/- | |
| Deemed Universities | All | 5000/- | Rs. 2,00,000/- |
Bond and Penalty Policy
This section outlines the bond and penalty policies that candidates must adhere to during the Kerala NEET UG counselling process:
1. Liquidated Damages for Discontinuation:
- Applicability: This policy applies to candidates admitted to Government and Self-Financing Medical & Dental Colleges for MBBS/BDS courses through CEE allotment.
In this table, the penalty details of Kerala NEET UG Counselling:
| Courses | Penalty |
| MBBS | ₹10,00,000 |
| BDS | ₹5,00,000 |
- Conditions: The penalty applies regardless of income, nativity, or reservation status.
- Debarment: Candidates who fail to pay the penalty may face a two-year ban from CEE exams or allotments.
- Recovery: Unpaid penalties will be recovered under the Revenue Recovery Act.
2. Rural Service Obligation for MBBS Graduates:
- Completion of Course: Students who successfully complete the MBBS course from Medical Colleges in the State are required to fulfill a rural service obligation.
- Service Requirement: The specifics of this rural service requirement will be governed by relevant Government orders issued from time to time.
Documents Required
- 10th Certificate
- 10+2 Certificate
- 10+2 Mark Sheet
- NEET UG 2025 Admit Card
- NEET UG 2025 Result
- Category Certificate
- Domicile Certificate
- Certificate of Sub Category (If Applicable)
- ID Proof (Aadhar/ PAN/ Driving Licence/ Passport)
- Fee Receipt
- Passport Size Photograph
Seat Reservation
Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2025 will follow seat reservations for categories like SC, ST, OBC, PWD, and EWS.
| Category | Reservation |
| State Merit (SM) | 60% |
| Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) | – |
| Ezhava (EZ) | 9% |
| Muslim (MU) | 8% |
| Other Backward Hindu (BH) | 3% |
| Latin Catholic and Anglo-Indian (LA) | 3% |
| Dheevara and related communities (DV) | 2% |
| Viswakarma and related communities (VK) | 2% |
| Kusavan and associated communities (KN) | 1% |
| Other Backward Christian (BX) | 1% |
| Kudumbi (KU) | 1% |
| Scheduled Castes & Scheduled Tribes | – |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8% |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2% |
List of Participating Colleges
In this section we will provides list of medical and dental colleges that is participate in Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2025:
List of the Government colleges in Kerala
| College Name | EST. Year | Annual Intake |
| Government Medical College, Ernakulam | 2000 | 110 |
| Government Medical College, Kottayam | 1960 | 175 |
| Govt. Medical College,Pariyaram, Kannur (Prev. Known as Academy of Medical Sciences) | 1995 | 100 |
| Government Medical College, Thrissur | 1981 | 175 |
| Government Medical College, Kozhikode, Calicut | 1957 | 250 |
| T D Medical College, Alleppey (Allappuzha) | 1963 | 175 |
| Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram | 1951 | 250 |
| Government Medical College, Konni | 2022 | 100 |
| Government Medical College, Idukki. | 100 | |
| Government Medical College, Parippally, Kollam | 2017 | 110 |
| Government Medical College (Institute of Integrated Medical Sciences), Yakkara, Palakkad | 2014 | 100 |
| Government Medical College, Manjeri, Malapuram Dist. | 2013 | 110 |
List of Private Medical Colleges in Kerala
| College Name | EST. Year | Annual Intake |
| Jubilee Mission Medical College & Research Institute, Thrissur | 2002 | 100 |
| Sree Narayana Instt. of Medical Sciences, Chalakka,Ernakulam | 2009 | 150 |
| Amala Institute of Medical Sciences, Thrissur | 2002 | 100 |
| M E S Medical College , Perintalmanna Malappuram Distt.Kerala | 2002 | 150 |
| Kannur Medical College, Kannur | 2006 | 150 |
| Sree Uthradom Thiurnal Academy of Medical Sciences,Trivandrum | 2006 | 150 |
| Travancore Medical College, Kollam | 2009 | 150 |
| Sree Gokulam Medical College Trust & Research Foundation, Trivandrum | 2005 | 150 |
| Azeezia Instt of Medical Science,Meeyannoor,Kollam | 2008 | 100 |
| Karuna Medical College, Palakkad | 2006 | 100 |
| Amrita School of Medicine, Elamkara, Kochi | 2000 | 150 |
| Believers Church Medical College Hospital, Thiruvalla, Kerala | 2016 | 100 |
| Al-Azhar Medical College and Super Speciality Hospital, Thodupuzha | 2014 | 150 |
| P K Das Institute of Medical Sciences, Palakkad, Kerala | 2014 | 200 |
| Dr. Moopen’s Medical College, Wayanad, Kerala | 2013 | 150 |
| Malabar Medical College, Kozhikode,Calicut | 2010 | 200 |
| KMCT Medical College,Kozhikode, Calicut | 2008 | 150 |
| Dr. Somervell Memorial CSI Hospital & Medical College, Karakonam, Thiruvananthapuram | 2001 | 150 |
| Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church Medical College, Kolenchery | 2001 | 100 |
| Pushpagiri Institute Of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Tiruvalla | 2002 | 100 |
| Mount Zion Medical College,Chayalode, Adoor | 150 |
List of the Government Dental Colleges in Kerala
| College Name | Est. Year | Annual Intake |
| Govt. Dental College, Alappuzha | 2014-15 | 50 |
| Govt. Dental College, Kottayam | 2001-02 | 40 |
| Govt. Dental College, Kozhikode | 1981-82 | 50 |
| Govt. Dental College, Thrissur | 2015-16 | 50 |
| Govt. Dental College, Trivandrum | 1959-60 | 50 |
| Pariyaram Dental College, Academy of Medical Sciences, Kannur | 2004-05 | 60 |
List Of Private Dental Colleges in Kerala
| College Name | Est.Year | Annual Intake |
| Al-Azhar Dental College, Kerala | 2007-08 | 100 |
| Amrita School of Dentistry, Kochi | 2003-04 | 60 |
| Annoor Dental College & Hospital, Ernakulam | 2002-03 | 50 |
| Azeezia College of Dental Sciences & Research, Kollam | 2004-05 | 100 |
| Century International Institute of Dental Science & Research Center, Kasaragod | 2003-04 | 100 |
| Educare Institute of Dental Sciences, Malappuram | 2007-08 | 100 |
| Indira Gandhi Institute of Dental Sciences, Kothamangalam | 2007-08 | 100 |
| Kannur Dental College, kannur | 2003-04 | 100 |
| KMCT Dental College, Calicut | 2006-07 | 100 |
| Malabar Dental College & Research Centre, Malappuram | 2007-08 | 100 |
| Mar Baselios Dental College, Kothamangalam | 2002-03 | 60 |
| MES Dental College, Malappuram | 2007-08 | 100 |
| Royal Dental College, kerala | 2003-04 | 100 |
| Sree Anjaneya Medical Trust, Calicut | 2013-14 | 100 |
| Sri Sankara Dental College, Thiruvananthapuram | 2006-07 | 50 |
| St. Gregorios Dental College, Ernakulam | 2005-06 | 100 |
| Travancore Dental College | 2023-24 | 100 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When Will Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2025 starts?
The Kerala NEET Counselling authority has not announced the dates yet but will start soon.
How many rounds of counselling will Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2025 held in?
Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2025 will held in 3 rounds namely Round 1, Round 2 and Mop-up round.
Are outside Kerala candidates eligible for admission to medical or dental colleges in Kerala?
Yes, candidates can secure admission to Kerala medical or dental colleges by participating in the All India Quota counselling conducted by MCC, which covers 15% of seats in Kerala. No need to worry about state quota seats—MCC NEET Counselling 2025 has you covered!
How many medical seat will be filled with Kerala NEET UG Counselling?
The Total Number of medical seats in kerala is 6687
Whats the official Website for the Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2025?
The official Website for the Kerala NEET Counselling 2024 is https://www.cee-kerala.org/
Which authority is an counselling conducting authority for Kerala NEET UG Counselling 2025?
Kerala NEET Counselling Will be held by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE)
