MCC NEET UG Counselling 2025: Full Process & Updates

MCC’s NEET‑UG Round 1 counselling choice‑filling window closes on August 4 at 11:59 pm. This year’s extended deadlines, online process improvements, and detailed seat matrix aim to streamline centralised UG medical admissions at mcc.nic.in.

Introduction – Two Decades of Observing Medical Admissions

With over 20 years navigating India’s medical admission ecosystem, the MCC has transformed NEET‑UG counselling into a centralised, transparent process under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. In 2025, NEET‑UG counselling for MBBS, BDS, and B.Sc Nursing courses follows a detailed, digital structure aimed at efficiency and fairness.

What Is MCC? – Structure & Mandate

Role of the Medical Counselling Committee

The MCC, functioning under DGHS and MoHFW, oversees central counselling for:

15% All-India Quota (AIQ) seats across government colleges
100% seats at AIIMS, JIPMER, BHU, AMU
Institutional/internal quotas in central universities like DU, Jamia, ESIC, AFMC (UG admissions only)
It conducts seat allocation strictly through NEET‑UG merit, candidate preferences, and reservation norms.

H3: Online-Only Counselling Framework

All processes—registration, fee payment, choice filling and locking, seat allotment—are handled at mcc.nic.in. Manual or offline submissions are not accepted

NEET‑UG Counselling Timeline & Key Updates

Registration & Choice Filling Phase

Registration began: July 21, 2025
Original deadline: July 31 (registration), August 3 (fee / choice filled)
Latest extension: Registration closed August 3 at 1 PM; choice filling & locking extended until August 4 at 11:59 PM

Seat Allotment and Reporting

Seat allotment results are scheduled for August 6
Institutional reporting window: August 7–11, 2025
MCC will conduct three rounds, followed by a stray vacancy round as needed .

PwD & NRI-Specific Portals

Special PwD portal allowed submissions until 5 PM on August 4
Separate notices issued for NRI candidates and security deposit procedures .

How the MCC Process Works – Step-by-Step

Registration & Fee Payment

Candidates must register only once using NEET‑UG roll number, date of birth, and security code. Registration fee (non-refundable) and security deposit must be paid by the deadline. Duplicate registrations result in disqualification.

Choice Filling & Locking

After registration, candidates submit their choices (colleges + courses) in order of preference. Choices must be locked between 4 pm and 11:59 pm on August 4—unlocked forms will be auto-locked.

Seat Allotment & Acceptance

Provisional allotment is announced first. Candidates can upgrade in subsequent rounds. Seat acceptance involves reporting to designated colleges and document verification. Failure to report may lead to forfeiture of security deposit and counselling ineligibility .

Rounds & Stray Vacancy Process

A total of three rounds of centralised counselling plus a stray/vacant seat round ensure maximum seat utilisation. Unfilled AIQ seats post rounds may be transferred to state quotas or filled via institutional counselling .

Seat Matrix & Participating Institutions

Institutions Covered Under MCC

AIQ seats across nearly all states (15%)
100% seats for MBBS/BDS at AIIMS, JIPMER, BHU, AMU
Central universities: DU/IP/BHU/Jamia (85% Delhi quota), ESIC, AFMC, AMU
B.Sc Nursing also included

Seat Matrix Disclosure

Complete seat matrices by category and institution, including MBBS, BDS, B.Sc Nursing, are published under “Seat Matrix Verification UG 2025” on the MCC portal

PwD Reservation Expansion

Physical Handicap (PH) category seats are now up to 5%, including all 21 benchmark disabilities per 2016 Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act .

2025 Extensions & What Changed This Year

Deadline Extensions

Given the widespread demand and technical loads, MCC extended registration and choice filing three times this cycle, culminating on August 4 .

Emphasis on Candidate Autonomy

Candidates are warned not to rely on agents; MCC encourages self-registration and warns of punitive measures for document fraud, multiple entries, or non-joining after allotment .

Transparency Measures

MCC posted detailed FAQs, seat vacancy matrices and round schedules publicly. NRI and PwD-specific instructions were issued separately via official notices

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)?

A: It’s the central body under DGHS/MoHFW running NEET‑UG counselling for AIQ seats and central institutions like AIIMS, JIPMER, BHU, DU, AMU, ESIC, etc. All allotments are based on NEET merit, reservation policy, and candidate preferences submitted online via mcc.nic.in.

Q2: What are the key dates for MCC NEET‑UG Round 1?

Registration: July 21 to August 3, 2025 (extended)
Choice filling & locking: August 4 (4 pm to 11:59 pm)
Seat allotment: August 6
Reporting & document verification: August 7–11 .

Q3: What happens if I miss locking my choices on time?

A: Choices filled but not locked by the deadline (11:59 PM August 4) will be auto-locked by the system. However, any mistakes may lead to suboptimal allotment. Late or multiple registrations can result in disqualification .

Q4: Which institutions fall under MCC counselling?

A: MCC handles admissions for AIQ seats in government colleges and full quotas at AIIMS, AIMMER, BHU, AMU, DU (85% Delhi quota), Jamia, ESIC, AFMC, and B.Sc Nursing programs across central universities .

Q5: What are PwD and NRI provisions in MCC counselling?

A: PwD candidates had a special portal open till 5 PM on August 4. Separate notices outline NRI quota eligibility and the procedure for submission and verification of relevant documents

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Conclusion

The MCC’s governance of NEET‑UG counselling represents a model of procedural transparency and technological integration in Indian medical admissions. With multiple deadline extensions in 2025, including PwD accommodations and online matrices, the committee provided aspirants ample time to comply. Yet candidates must exercise caution—late registration, unchecked preferences, or dependency on agents may cost them a medical seat. If you are aspiring for MBBS, BDS or B.Sc Nursing via the AIQ route, your action plan should be: register, fill preferences carefully, lock choices before August 4, and stay alert for the August 6 allotment notice. MCC’s 2025 cycle reflects progress in equity and access—but deliverance depends on individual preparedness.