The NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate) counselling process for 2025 is underway, offering a path for qualified candidates to secure admissions into MBBS, BDS, and BSc Nursing courses in medical and dental colleges across India. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts the counselling for various quotas, including 15% All India Quota seats, 100% seats at AIIMS, JIPMER, AMU, BHU, and other central institutions. Counselling for private and self-financed colleges is managed by respective state authorities.
Key Dates and Schedule
The counselling process commenced on July 21, 2025, with the registration for Round 1. The choice filling option has been extended till August 11, 2025. MCC has revised the counselling schedule for all rounds of NEET 2025 counselling. The seat allotment result of Round 1 NEET counselling 2025 has been postponed until further notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who have cleared the NEET UG 2025 exam, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) are eligible to participate in the counselling process. Candidates must also have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects.
Counselling Process
The NEET UG 2025 counselling process involves multiple steps:
- Registration: Eligible students must register on the official MCC website (mcc.nic.in). During registration, candidates need to provide personal information, including their parents' names and address.
- Choice Filling: After successful registration, candidates log in to their accounts and fill in their preferred choices of medical and dental colleges. It is crucial to prioritize colleges according to preference.
- Choice Locking: Candidates must lock their choices within the specified timeframe. Once the choices are locked, they cannot be modified.
- Rounds of Counselling: The MCC conducts counselling in multiple rounds. There are typically four rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round.
- Seat Allotment: Seats are allotted based on the candidate's NEET rank, choices filled, reservation criteria, and seat availability.
- Upgradation: If a candidate is allotted a seat but is not satisfied with it, they can opt for upgradation in the subsequent rounds. This allows candidates to aim for a better-ranked college based on their performance and availability.
- Reporting to the Allotted College: Once a seat is allotted, candidates must report to the assigned college within the stipulated time frame to complete the admission formalities. This includes document verification and fee payment.
Key Changes and Updates
- MCC has extended NEET 2025 counselling for all rounds to October 10, 2025, from the earlier October 3. The revised seat allotment result date will be announced soon.
- The seat matrix for NEET Counselling Round 1 for MBBS, BDS and B.Sc. Nursing Courses has been released by MCC.
- MCC released a fresh schedule for Round 1, with registration closing on August 6, 2025, and choice filling until August 7, 2025. The result for Round 1 was declared on August 9, 2025, and reporting to the allotted college must be done from August 9 to August 18, 2025.
Important Points
- The counselling process is conducted online by MCC, except for the last round, where physical reporting to the allotted institute is required for document verification and admission.
- Candidates should register on the MCC website for admission to Deemed/Central University/ESIC and AFMC.
- Admission to AFMC, Pune, is subject to the norms prescribed by the Directorate General of Armed Forces Medical Services. Candidates seeking admission to AFMC also need to apply on http://www.afmc.nic.in/afmcdg1d.gov.in">www.afmc.nic.in/afmcdg1d.gov.in.
Seat Availability
Admissions to MBBS/BDS courses are based on the All India Rank in the NEET (UG) – 2025 merit list. Seats are available under various quotas, including All India Quota Seats, State Government Quota Seats, and Central Institutions/Universities/Deemed Universities.
The NEET UG 2025 counselling process is a critical stage for aspiring medical and dental students. By staying informed about the schedule, eligibility criteria, and step-by-step procedure, candidates can navigate the process effectively and increase their chances of securing a seat in their desired college.
