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NEET Counselling 2025 – Complete Guide

NEET Counselling 2025 – Complete Guide

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the official counselling dates and schedule on its website. The NEET UG counselling process will be conducted by the MCC in online mode, except for the last round. The final round requires candidates to report physically to the allotted institute for document verification and the admission process.

The NEET 2025 result was declared by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on June 14, 2025. Candidates can use their actual NEET rank and exam results to accurately estimate their potential college options through the NEET College Predictor tool.

The NEET 2025 admissions process will begin a week after the announcement of the counselling results. The following section provides an overview of the post-NEET 2025 phases.

Important:

  • NEET Counselling Date 2025: First round from 21st July to 30th July, 2025
  • MCC Schedule: Online NEET Counselling announced

What is NEET UG 2025 Counselling?

The NEET UG 2025 counselling process, aimed at facilitating admission to MBBS and BDS courses, will be administered by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) on behalf of the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).

This applies to:

  • 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats in government colleges
  • 100% seats in deemed/central universities, ESIC/AFMC, AIIMS, JIPMER, DU, BHU, AMU

The NEET 2025 counselling is divided into:

  • 15% All India Quota (AIQ)
  • 85% State Quota (SQ)

AIQ is conducted by MCC while SQ is managed by state authorities.


NEET Counselling Rounds

MCC counselling for AIQ will be conducted in four rounds:

  1. Round 1
  2. Round 2
  3. Round 3 (formerly Mop-Up Round)
  4. Stray Vacancy Round

If seats remain vacant, additional rounds may be conducted.


NEET Counselling 2025 – Overview

Parameter Details
Organizing Authority (AIQ) DGHS
Organizing Authority (State) Respective State Authorities
Official Website mcc.nic.in
Total Seats (AIQ) 15% Govt Seats, 100% Central/Deemed/ESIC/AFMC/AIIMS/JIPMER
Total Seats (State) 85% Govt + 100% Private Seats
Mode Online
Institutes Govt, Private, Deemed Medical & Dental Colleges

What After NEET-UG 2025 Result?

  • Use NEET Answer Key to estimate score
  • Predict NEET Rank using Rank Predictor tool
  • Check which colleges align with your NEET score

Official answer key will be available on neet.nta.nic.in as PDF along with OMR sheet.


NEET UG 2025 Counselling Schedule

Event Dates
NEET UG Exam 2025 4th May 2025 (Sunday)
NEET Result Announcement 14th June 2025 (Saturday)
Round 1
Seat Matrix 18th – 19th July 2025
Registration & Payment 21st – 28th July 2025
Choice Filling & Locking 22nd – 28th July 2025
Seat Allotment Processing 29th – 30th July 2025
Allotment Result 31st July 2025
Reporting to Allotted College 1st – 6th August 2025
Document Verification 7th – 8th August 2025
Round 2
Seat Matrix 9th – 11th August 2025
Registration & Payment 12th – 18th August 2025
Choice Filling & Locking 13th – 18th August 2025
Seat Allotment Processing 19th – 20th August 2025
Allotment Result 21st August 2025
Reporting to Allotted College 22nd – 29th August 2025
Document Verification 30th August – 1st September 2025
Round 3 (formerly Mop-Up Round)
Seat Matrix 2nd September 2025
Registration & Payment 3rd – 8th September 2025
Choice Filling & Locking 3rd – 8th September 2025
Seat Allotment Processing 9th – 10th September 2025
Allotment Result 11th September 2025
Reporting to Allotted College 12th – 18th September 2025
Document Verification 19th – 21st September 2025
Stray Vacancy Round
Seat Matrix 20th September 2025
Registration & Payment 22nd – 24th September 2025
Choice Filling & Locking 22nd – 25th September 2025
Seat Allotment Processing 25th – 26th September 2025
Allotment Result 27th September 2025
Reporting to Allotted College 27th September – 3rd October 2025


NEET (UG) Schedule 2025: AIQ & State Quota

Schedule for / Admission Round AIQ / Deemed & Central Universities MCC Verification
(Joined Candidates)
State Counselling
(Joined Candidates)
State Verification
by Counselling Body
1st Round of Counselling
Counselling Window21 – 30 Jul 20257 – 8 Aug 202530 Jul – 6 Aug 202513 – 14 Aug 2025
Last Date of Joining6 Aug 202512 Aug 2025 (State)
2nd Round of Counselling
Counselling Window12 – 20 Aug 202530 Aug – 1 Sep 202519 – 29 Aug 20255 – 6 Sep 2025
Last Date of Joining29 Aug 20254 Sep 2025 (State)
3rd Round of Counselling
Counselling Window3 – 10 Sep 202519 – 21 Sep 20259 – 18 Sep 202524 Sep 2025
Last Date of Joining18 Sep 202523 Sep 2025 (State)
Stray Vacancy Round
Counselling Window22 – 26 Sep 202525 – 29 Sep 2025 (State)
Last Date of Joining3 Oct 2025 (AIQ & State)
Important – UG Academic Session Starts: 1 September 2025


Eligibility Criteria for Central Universities

Central University Seat Scheme Eligibility Criteria
Delhi University (MAMC, LHMC, UCMS) 15 % seats via DU quota Only candidates who passed Classes 11 & 12 in Delhi schools
Faculty of Dentistry – Jamia Millia Islamia 47 / 50 BDS seats via MCC; 3 via institute quota Class 11 & 12 both from JMI institutes for institute quota
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) 50 % institutional, 50 % via MCC Last 3 years study at AMU for institutional quota
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) 15 % AIQ NEET‑qualified candidates can apply—no extra conditions

NEET 2025 Cut‑off Percentile & Marks

Category Cut‑off Percentile Marks Range Candidates
UR / EWS50th686 – 14411,01,151
UR‑PwBD / EWS‑PwBD45th143 – 12711,01,151
OBC40th143 – 11388,692
OBC‑PwBD40th126 – 11388,692
SC40th143 – 11331,995
SC‑PwBD40th126 – 11331,995
ST40th143 – 11313,940
ST‑PwBD40th126 – 11313,940
Note: All dates are provisional and subject to change by MCC. Always verify on mcc.nic.in.

Reservation of AIQ Seats in NEET 2025

In the NEET 2025 examination, a specific number of seats have been set aside for different categories within the 15% All India Quota. Candidates belonging to these specific categories will be considered for admission to these reserved seats under the All-India Quota, provided they meet the necessary eligibility criteria.

Please review the allocation of seats based on categories below.

Category Reservation Percentage
SC15%
ST7.5%
PwD5%
OBC - NCL27%
EWS10%

NEET 2025 Counselling Process

For NEET 2025 candidates aiming to take part in the Counselling procedure for All India Quota (AIQ) seats in Deemed Universities, Central Universities, and ESIC colleges, the initial step involves online registration via the official MCC website.

The subsequent NEET 2025 Counselling process is elaborated below:

NEET Counselling Registration

Step 1 – Sign Up as a New User
To begin the NEET UG 2025 Counselling process, candidates should follow the provided link. They will be asked to provide information such as their chosen stream (Medical or Dental), NEET UG roll number, application number, candidate's name, date of birth, and a security pin. After entering these details, they should click the 'Submit' button.

Upon submission, an agreement page will appear, giving aspirants the option to either 'Agree' or 'Don't Agree'. If candidates wish to proceed with the application, they must select 'I Agree'. At this point, login credentials will be displayed on the screen. Candidates should make a note of these credentials, including their password, and set up a security question for added protection.

Step 2 – Submission of Personal Information
During this step, applicants will need to furnish specific information such as the mother's name, the father's name, and the candidate's address. Once submitted, it is crucial to emphasise that these details are permanent and cannot be modified by the candidates later. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that the information entered aligns with the documents that will be presented during the admission process.

Step 3 – Pay the NEET Counselling Fees
Applicants must provide a non-refundable registration fee and a refundable tuition fee. These fees can be remitted through online methods, including credit card, debit card, and net banking.

Category Registration Fees
(Non-Refundable)
Security Deposit
(Refundable)
UR (15% AIQ/Central)INR 1,000INR 10,000
UR (Deemed)INR 5,000INR 2,00,000
SC/ST/OBC/PwDINR 500INR 5,000

Step 4 – Get Your Registration Confirmation
Once you've completed the submission of your details, a registration slip will appear on the screen. Be sure to print this slip, as it will be essential for the next steps in the admission process. To proceed, simply click on the 'Login' button.


Choices Filling

Step 5 – Available Choices
The 'Available Choices' link will become active once the Counselling process commences. On the left side of the screen, you will find ‘available choices’ option. Candidates who have paid the fees for both 15% All India Quota (AIQ)/Central Universities and Deemed Universities can apply for seats in both categories.

Step 6 – Pick your preference
Candidates should use the '+' button next to their preferences to make selections. When a preference is chosen, it will shift from the left side of the screen to the right. After making their choices, candidates will have the option to save and continue by clicking 'Save & Continue,' or to save their selections and exit by clicking 'Save & Go to Home Page.' They can rearrange or delete selections easily.


Choice Locking

Step 7 – Lock the Choices
Candidates participating in NEET UG 2025 Counselling must ensure that they finalize and lock their preferences before the specified deadline. If not locked manually, choices will be automatically locked on the scheduled date.

Step 8 – Print Confirmation
It is recommended to print a copy of your selected preferences. Even if candidates have not yet confirmed their choices, they can still generate a printout of their preferences once the choice-locking process concludes.

Step 9 – Seat Allotment
After each Counselling round, the NEET Counselling result will be announced, presenting the seat allocation details through a list and an allocation letter.

Step 10 – Reporting to the Allotted College
Candidates are required to present mandatory original documents at the allotted college to finalize admission.


Documents Required For NEET Counselling

  • NEET Admit Card Issued by NTA
  • NEET Seat Allotment Letter Issued by MCC
  • Date of Birth Certificate (if Matric Certificate does not bear the same)
  • NEET Result/Rank Letter Issued by NTA
  • Class X and XII Certificates and Mark Sheets
  • 8 Passport Size Photographs
  • Valid Photo Identity Proof

Additional Documents: NRI documents, SC/ST/OBC certificates, Disability Certificate, translated copies if needed, and any college-specific forms as instructed.

Note: Verify document requirements with your allotted college. Upload all scanned copies on the MCC portal as per the schedule. Failure to submit valid documents will result in cancellation of admission.

About NEET Counselling 2025

In reference to NEET 2025, the MCC NEET 2025 Counselling process plays a pivotal role in determining admissions to MBBS and BDS courses. To be eligible for admission, candidates must have passed NEET.

The NTA NEET Counselling is conducted in two major types:

  • All India Counselling for 15% AIQ Seats
  • State Counselling for 85% State Quota Seats

NEET UG 2025 Counselling: For 15% AIQ Seats

The MCC will administer four rounds of Counselling: AIQ Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and the Stray Vacancy Round. Jammu and Kashmir students are excluded from AIQ unless opted in. Vacant seats after Round 2 return to states.

The AIQ counselling will cover:

  • 15% MBBS/BDS Seats in States
  • 100% MBBS/BDS Seats of BHU
  • 100% MBBS Seats of AIIMS
  • JIPMER (Puducherry/Karaikal)
  • AMU, DU, VMMC, ABVIMS
  • Jamia Millia Islamia (Dentistry)
  • ESIC Medical Colleges

NEET UG Counselling 2025: What are the New Changes?

As the NEET UG 2025 exam has not yet been held, the official counselling rules are yet to be released. Nevertheless, aspirants can refer to last year's NEET UG counselling (2024) for an idea about the anticipated rules and format. The following are some of the main points from last year that will probably persist:

  • No resignations allowed in the 3rd Rounds of AIQ/Deemed/Central Universities.
  • OCI cardholders have equal eligibility rights as Indian citizens for NEET UG 2025 Counselling.
  • Round 2 requires fresh registration for candidates who didn't register in Round 1 or weren't allocated seats.
  • Non-reporting for Round 2 results in the forfeiture of security deposit.
  • Fresh registration for Round 3 is necessary for candidates who didn't register in Round 1, Round 2, or resigned/not reported in those rounds.
  • If a candidate joins the Round 2 seat, they can express willingness to upgrade to Round 3, but resigning leads to a security deposit forfeiture.
  • Upgraded candidates must obtain relieving from their Round 2 seat to join Round 3, with no option for further upgrades or resignations.
  • Non-joining in Round 3 results in exiting the NEET Counselling with a fee forfeiture and no participation in further rounds.
  • Candidates allotted a seat in the Stray round must join the allotted seat/college; failure to do so leads to disqualification from the NEET UG exam for the next year, along with a forfeiture of fees.