NEET UG 2025 Counselling Schedule Out: Check MCC Round-wise Dates, Eligibility, Registration

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the NEET UG 2025 counselling schedule. Check full round-wise dates, eligibility, and registration steps for medical aspirants here.

Introduction: The Gateway to Your Medical Dreams

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially unveiled the much-awaited NEET UG 2025 counselling schedule, marking a pivotal moment for lakhs of aspiring medical professionals across India. This comprehensive counselling process serves as the golden gateway to securing admissions in prestigious MBBS and BDS courses under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ), Deemed Universities, Central Universities, AIIMS, and JIPMER.

With NEET 2025 result declared by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on June 14, 2025, the medical admission process has entered its most crucial phase. The systematic and transparent counselling procedure ensures merit-based seat allotment, providing equal opportunities to all qualified candidates who have successfully cleared the NEET UG 2025 examination conducted on May 4, 2025.

This ultimate guide will empower you with complete information about the counselling schedule, eligibility criteria, registration process, and expert strategies to maximize your chances of securing admission in your dream medical college.

NEET UG 2025 Exam Overview: The Foundation of Your Medical Journey

Complete Exam Details

NEET UG 2025 Examination:

Exam Date: May 4, 2025 (Sunday)
Exam Mode: Offline (Pen and Paper Based Test)
Exam Duration: 3 hours (2:00 PM to 5:00 PM)
Total Questions: 180 Multiple Choice Questions
Result Declaration: June 14, 2025
Conducting Authority: National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Centers: 4,750+ centers across 571 cities in India and abroad
Total Candidates Appeared: 24,09,859 candidates

Subject-wise Question Distribution:

Physics: 45 questions (180 marks)
Chemistry: 45 questions (180 marks)
Biology (Botany): 45 questions (180 marks)
Biology (Zoology): 45 questions (180 marks)
Total Maximum Marks: 720

Marking Scheme:

Correct Answer: +4 marks
Wrong Answer: -1 mark (Negative marking)
Unanswered Question: 0 marks

NEET UG 2025 Result Statistics

Performance Overview:

Qualified Candidates: 11,45,976 candidates
Qualifying Percentile (General): 50th percentile
Qualifying Percentile (OBC/SC/ST): 40th percentile
Qualifying Percentile (PwD): 45th percentile
Highest Score: 715/720 marks
Number of Toppers: 61 candidates (tied at rank 1)
Cut-off Marks (General): 164 marks
Cut-off Marks (OBC/SC/ST): 129 marks

NEET UG 2025 Counselling Overview: Your Path to Success

Complete Counselling Framework

The NEET UG 2025 counselling process is conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. The NEET 2025 counselling process is being conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) from July 21 to November 5, 2025.

Key Counselling Features:

Online Process: Complete digital counselling system
Transparency: Real-time seat allotment visibility
Merit-Based: Strict adherence to NEET rank and category
Multiple Rounds: 4-5 comprehensive rounds ensuring maximum seat utilization
Document Verification: Secure and systematic verification process
Fee Payment: Online payment system with multiple options

Seats Covered Under MCC Counselling

All India Quota (AIQ) – 15% Seats:

Government Medical Colleges: 4,455 MBBS seats
Government Dental Colleges: 315 BDS seats
Total AIQ Seats: 4,770 seats across India

Central/Deemed Universities:

Central Universities: 1,899 MBBS + 197 BDS seats
Deemed Universities: 9,264 MBBS + 2,529 BDS seats
ESIC Medical Colleges: 740 MBBS seats
AFMC Pune: 130 MBBS seats

AIIMS and JIPMER:

AIIMS Institutions: 1,207 MBBS seats
JIPMER Puducherry & Karaikal: 200 MBBS seats
Total Premium Institution Seats: 1,407 seats

Grand Total Available Seats: 20,735 MBBS and BDS seats

Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply for NEET UG 2025 Counselling

Primary Eligibility Requirements

Mandatory Qualifications:

NEET UG 2025 Qualified: Must have appeared and qualified in NEET UG 2025
Minimum Age: 17 years as on December 31, 2025
Maximum Age: 25 years for General/EWS (30 years for SC/ST/OBC)
Educational Qualification: 10+2 or equivalent with PCB subjects
Minimum Percentage: 50% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/OBC, 45% for PwD)

Category-wise Eligibility:

General Category Candidates:

NEET Score: Minimum 164 marks (50th percentile)
Age Limit: 17-25 years
Reservation: Open competition for all seats
Documents Required: Standard academic and identity documents

OBC-NCL Category:

NEET Score: Minimum 129 marks (40th percentile)
Age Limit: 17-28 years (3 years relaxation)
Reservation: 27% seats in government institutions
Special Documents: Valid OBC-NCL certificate (within 3 years)

SC/ST Category:

NEET Score: Minimum 129 marks (40th percentile)
Age Limit: 17-30 years (5 years relaxation)
Reservation: 15% + 7.5% = 22.5% seats
Special Documents: Valid SC/ST certificate from competent authority

EWS Category:

NEET Score: Minimum 164 marks (50th percentile)
Age Limit: 17-25 years
Reservation: 10% additional seats
Special Documents: Valid EWS certificate (annual income <₹8 lakhs)

PwD Category:

NEET Score: Minimum 144 marks (45th percentile)
Age Limit: 17-30 years (5 years relaxation)
Reservation: 5% horizontal reservation
Special Documents: Disability certificate (minimum 40% disability)

State Domicile and Quota Categories

All India Quota (15%) Eligibility:

Open to all: Candidates from any state can apply
Merit-based selection: Pure NEET rank-based allotment
No domicile restriction: Freedom to choose any participating state
High competition: Top performers across India compete

State Quota (85%) Eligibility:

State-specific: Separate counselling by individual states
Domicile requirement: Must possess valid state domicile certificate
Local preference: Priority for state residents
Varied cut-offs: Different qualifying marks for different states

NEET UG 2025 Counselling Schedule: Complete Round-wise Details

Official Counselling Timeline

NEET UG Counselling 2025 choice filling for the 1st round has been extended up to 11 August 2025, till Monday at 11:59 PM, and MCC NEET counselling 2025 round 2 seat allotment result has been announced September 17, 2025.

Round 1 – The Foundation Round

Registration and Fee Payment:

Start Date: July 21, 2025 (Monday)
End Date: July 26, 2025 (Saturday) up to 12:00 noon
Payment Deadline: July 26, 2025 up to 8:00 PM
Registration Fee: ₹1,000 (General/EWS), ₹500 (SC/ST/OBC/PwD)
Late Fee: Not applicable (Strict deadline enforcement)

Choice Filling and Locking:

Start Date: July 23, 2025 (Tuesday)
End Date: Extended to August 11, 2025 (Monday) till 11:59 PM
Choice Modification: Allowed multiple times before locking
Choice Locking Window: August 11, 2025 from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM
Maximum Choices: 999 college-course combinations

Seat Allotment Processing:

Processing Days: August 12-13, 2025
Algorithm Used: Merit-cum-preference based allotment
Seat Matrix: 20,735+ seats across all categories
Result Preparation: Detailed verification and quality checks

Result Declaration:

Result Date: August 14, 2025 (Wednesday)
Result Time: Expected by 5:00 PM
Allotment Letter: Available for download immediately
Seat Confirmation: Must report to allotted college within deadline

Reporting to Allotted College:

Reporting Period: August 15-22, 2025
Document Verification: Original + photocopies required
Fee Payment: Complete admission fee at college
Seat Confirmation: Physical verification and final admission

Round 2 – The Optimization Round

Registration and Fee Payment:

Start Date: September 4, 2025 (Thursday)
End Date: September 9, 2025 (Tuesday) up to 12:00 noon
Payment Deadline: September 9, 2025 up to 8:00 PM
Fresh Registration: New candidates can register
Re-registration: Previous round candidates can participate

Choice Filling and Locking:

Start Date: September 5, 2025 (Friday)
End Date: September 10, 2025 (Wednesday) up to 11:59 PM
Enhanced Choices: Updated seat matrix with fresh vacancies
Strategic Planning: Candidates can revise preferences
Choice Locking: September 10, 2025 from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM

Processing and Result:

Processing Period: September 11-12, 2025
Result Declaration: September 17, 2025 (Wednesday)
Seat Matrix Update: The seat matrix for the NEET 2025 Counselling Round 2 was released on September 5, 2025, and includes 7,088 Virtual Vacancies and 13,501 Clear Vacancies in the MBBS, BDS and BSc
Reporting Period: September 18-25, 2025

Round 3 – Mop-Up Round (The Opportunity Round)

Registration Phase:

Start Date: October 2, 2025 (Thursday)
End Date: October 7, 2025 (Tuesday) up to 12:00 noon
Special Focus: Filling remaining vacant seats
Eligibility: All qualified candidates can participate

Choice Management:

Choice Filling: October 3-8, 2025
Choice Locking: October 8, 2025 from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM
Seat Availability: Significant vacancies expected
Strategic Advantage: Better chances for borderline candidates

Result and Reporting:

Result Date: October 10, 2025 (Friday)
Reporting Period: October 11-18, 2025
Document Requirements: Same as previous rounds
Fee Structure: Standard admission fees applicable

Round 4 – Online Stray Vacancy Round (Final Opportunity)

Last Chance Registration:

Start Date: October 28, 2025 (Tuesday)
End Date: November 1, 2025 (Saturday) up to 12:00 noon
Final Round: Last opportunity for admission
Seat Type: Only remaining vacant seats available

Final Choice Submission:

Choice Period: October 29 – November 2, 2025
Choice Locking: November 2, 2025 from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM
Limited Seats: Very selective seat availability
Higher Chances: Reduced competition for available seats

Final Processing:

Result Date: November 5, 2025 (Wednesday)
Final Reporting: November 6-12, 2025
Session Commencement: Commencement of Academic Session for UG Courses: 1st September 2025

Step-by-Step Registration Process: Your Success Blueprint

Pre-Registration Preparation

Essential Documents Required:

NEET UG 2025 Admit Card (Original + Photocopy)
NEET UG 2025 Score Card/Rank Letter (Downloaded from NTA website)
Class 10 Certificate and Mark Sheet (Age proof)
Class 12 Certificate and Mark Sheet (Eligibility proof)
Category Certificate (if applicable – SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD)
Domicile Certificate (for state quota if applicable)
Passport Size Photographs (Recent, colored, 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm)
Valid Email ID and Mobile Number
Aadhaar Card (Identity verification)
Bank Account Details (Fee payment and refunds)

Technical Requirements:

Internet Connection: Stable broadband connection recommended
Device: Desktop/Laptop with updated browser (Chrome/Firefox/Safari)
Payment Method: Debit/Credit card, Net Banking, UPI
Scanner: For document uploads (if required)
Printer: For downloading and printing important documents

Detailed Registration Process

Step 1: Access Official Website

Visit: mcc.nic.in (Official MCC website)
Click: “UG Medical Counselling” section
Verify: Ensure you’re on the official government website
Check: Current round registration status and dates

Step 2: New Candidate Registration

Click: “New Candidate Registration” for first-time users
Enter: NEET UG 2025 Roll Number, Date of Birth
Create: Secure password (combination of letters, numbers, special characters)
Verify: Mobile number through OTP
Confirm: Email address through verification link

Step 3: Complete Profile Information

Personal Details: Full name as per NEET admit card
Category Details: Select appropriate category (General/OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PwD)
Contact Information: Permanent and correspondence address
Academic Details: 10th and 12th examination details
Upload Documents: Clear scanned copies of required certificates

Step 4: Fee Payment

Select Payment Method: Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI
Pay Registration Fee:
- General/EWS: ₹1,000
- SC/ST/OBC/PwD: ₹500
Save Receipt: Download payment confirmation for records
Verify Payment: Ensure payment status shows “Successful”

Step 5: Choice Filling Strategy

Research Colleges: Use official MCC seat matrix
Prioritize Preferences: List colleges in order of preference
Consider Factors: Location, fees, infrastructure, reputation
Fill Maximum Choices: Utilize all 999 available choice options
Save Regularly: Save choices periodically during filling

Step 6: Choice Locking

Review Choices: Carefully review all filled preferences
Final Check: Ensure correct order of preference
Lock Choices: Complete locking before deadline
Print Choice List: Take printout for records
Confirmation: Receive choice locking confirmation

Seat Matrix Analysis and College Options

Government Medical Colleges (AIQ)

Top-tier Government Colleges:

AIIMS New Delhi – 125 seats
MAMC, New Delhi – 250 seats
UCMS, New Delhi – 150 seats
KGMU, Lucknow – 250 seats
GMC, Nagpur – 200 seats
JIPMER, Puducherry – 200 seats
AIIMS Bhopal – 100 seats
AIIMS Raipur – 100 seats
AIIMS Rishikesh – 100 seats
AIIMS Jodhpur – 100 seats

State-wise AIQ Distribution:

Uttar Pradesh: 891 MBBS seats
Karnataka: 476 MBBS seats
Maharashtra: 467 MBBS seats
Tamil Nadu: 448 MBBS seats
Andhra Pradesh: 312 MBBS seats
West Bengal: 289 MBBS seats
Rajasthan: 267 MBBS seats
Madhya Pradesh: 234 MBBS seats

Deemed Universities

Premium Deemed Medical Colleges:

Kasturba Medical College, Manipal – 150 seats (₹23.5 lakhs/year)
St. John’s Medical College, Bangalore – 150 seats (₹24.75 lakhs/year)
Christian Medical College, Vellore – 100 seats (₹96,000/year)
Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi – 100 seats (₹7.8 lakhs/year)
Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi – 50 seats (₹1.43 lakhs/year)

Fee Structure Categories:

Low Fee (Under ₹5 lakhs/year): 8 colleges
Moderate Fee (₹5-15 lakhs/year): 23 colleges
High Fee (₹15-30 lakhs/year): 35 colleges
Premium Fee (Above ₹30 lakhs/year): 12 colleges

Central Universities

Top Central University Options:

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) – 104 MBBS + 40 BDS seats
Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) – 150 MBBS + 50 BDS seats
University of Delhi (Faculty of Dentistry) – 40 BDS seats
Jamia Millia Islamia – 50 MBBS seats

Cut-off Analysis and Rank Predictions

Historical Cut-off Trends (2020-2024)

All India Quota Government Colleges:

2024: Rank 1-15,000 (General), 25,000-45,000 (OBC), 35,000-65,000 (SC), 45,000-85,000 (ST)
2023: Rank 1-12,000 (General), 20,000-40,000 (OBC), 30,000-60,000 (SC), 40,000-80,000 (ST)
2022: Rank 1-10,000 (General), 18,000-38,000 (OBC), 28,000-58,000 (SC), 38,000-78,000 (ST)

AIIMS Institutions:

AIIMS Delhi: Rank 1-50 (General), 100-200 (OBC), 150-350 (SC), 200-500 (ST)
Other AIIMS: Rank 50-500 (General), 200-800 (OBC), 350-1200 (SC), 500-1800 (ST)

JIPMER:

JIPMER Puducherry: Rank 1-100 (General), 150-400 (OBC), 300-800 (SC), 500-1200 (ST)

Deemed Universities (Low Fee):

CMC Vellore: Rank 1-200 (General), 300-600 (OBC)
Hamdard Delhi: Rank 5,000-15,000 (General), 15,000-25,000 (OBC)

2025 Expected Cut-offs

Factors Influencing Cut-offs:

Increased Competition: 24+ lakh candidates appeared
Normalization Effect: Multiple exam sessions impact
Reservation Implementation: Category-wise variations
Seat Matrix Changes: New colleges and increased seats

Projected Ranges (NEET Rank):

Government Medical Colleges (AIQ):

General: 1-18,000
EWS: 8,000-25,000
OBC-NCL: 25,000-50,000
SC: 40,000-70,000
ST: 50,000-90,000

AIIMS Institutions:

Top 3 AIIMS: 1-100 (General)
Other AIIMS: 100-800 (General)
Category-wise: 2-3x general ranks

Document Verification and Reporting Process

Document Checklist for Reporting

Mandatory Original Documents:

NEET UG 2025 Admit Card
NEET UG 2025 Score Card/Rank Letter
10th Class Certificate (Age proof)
12th Class Certificate and Mark Sheet
Transfer Certificate from last attended institution
Character Certificate from last attended institution
Category Certificate (if claiming reservation)
Income Certificate (for EWS category)
Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
Medical Fitness Certificate (from registered medical practitioner)

Additional Requirements:

Passport Size Photographs: 10 copies (recent, colored)
Provisional Allotment Letter: Downloaded from MCC website
Gap Certificate: If any academic gap exists
Migration Certificate: From respective education board
Anti-ragging Affidavit: From notary or magistrate

Reporting Process Timeline

Day 1-2: Document Verification

Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Venue: Reporting help desk at allotted college
Process: Original document verification with photocopies
Duration: 30-60 minutes per candidate

Day 2-3: Fee Payment

Amount: As per college fee structure
Methods: DD/Online/Cash (as specified by college)
Receipt: Collect fee payment receipt
Confirmation: Get fee payment confirmation

Day 3-4: Medical Examination

Venue: College medical center or specified hospital
Tests: General fitness, vision, hearing tests
Certificate: Obtain fitness certificate
Submission: Submit to admission office

Day 4-5: Final Admission

Seat Confirmation: Final seat allocation confirmation
ID Card: College identity card issuance
Hostel Allocation: Hostel room allotment (if applicable)
Academic Calendar: Receive academic schedule and guidelines

Fee Structure and Financial Planning

Government Medical Colleges Fee Structure

AIIMS Institutions:

Tuition Fee: ₹1,766 per year
Hostel Fee: ₹3,390 per year
Mess Fee: ₹36,000-45,000 per year
Other Charges: ₹5,000-8,000 per year
Total Annual Cost: ₹45,000-60,000

State Government Medical Colleges (AIQ seats):

Tuition Fee: ₹15,000-50,000 per year (varies by state)
Development Fee: ₹10,000-25,000 per year
Hostel Fee: ₹8,000-20,000 per year
Mess Fee: ₹30,000-50,000 per year
Total Annual Cost: ₹65,000-1,45,000

Central Universities:

BHU: ₹96,000 per year (total cost)
AMU: ₹1,05,000 per year (total cost)
Jamia Millia Islamia: ₹1,43,000 per year (total cost)

Deemed Universities Fee Range

Category A (Low Fee):

Annual Tuition: ₹2-8 lakhs
Examples: CMC Vellore, Hamdard Delhi, JMI
Total 5.5 years: ₹12-45 lakhs

Category B (Moderate Fee):

Annual Tuition: ₹8-18 lakhs
Examples: JIPMER, MAHE Manipal
Total 5.5 years: ₹45-1 crore

Category C (High Fee):

Annual Tuition: ₹18-35 lakhs
Examples: Most private deemed universities
Total 5.5 years: ₹1-2 crores

Strategic Tips for Successful Counselling

Choice Filling Strategy

Golden Rules:

Fill Maximum Choices: Use all 999 available options
Preference Order: List colleges in genuine order of preference
Don’t Skip Options: Include all acceptable colleges
Research Thoroughly: Study college infrastructure, faculty, hospital facilities
Consider Location: Factor in climate, language, cultural comfort

Advanced Strategies:

Dream-Reality-Safety: Mix high-preference, realistic, and safe options
Geography Considerations: Balance metro vs. tier-2 cities
Fee Planning: Include both high and moderate fee institutions
Future Prospects: Consider PG entrance success rates
Infrastructure Assessment: Evaluate hospital facilities and patient load

Round-wise Participation Strategy

Round 1 Strategy:

Conservative Approach: Fill genuine preferences only
Focus on Quality: Prioritize better colleges over location
Keep Options Open: Don’t lock unless extremely satisfied

Round 2 Strategy:

Optimized Choices: Revise based on Round 1 results
Updated Matrix: Consider new vacancy patterns
Balanced Approach: Mix aspirational and realistic options

Mop-up Round Strategy:

Aggressive Filling: Maximum choices across all acceptable options
Lower Expectations: Be prepared to compromise on location/college
Final Opportunity: Treat as last chance for current year

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Registration Phase Mistakes

Late Registration: Missing registration deadlines
Incorrect Information: Wrong category or personal details
Document Issues: Invalid or unclear document uploads
Payment Problems: Failed payments or incorrect fee amounts
Technical Ignorance: Not understanding website functionality

Choice Filling Errors

Limited Choices: Filling too few college options
Unrealistic Preferences: Only filling dream colleges
Order Mistakes: Wrong preference sequence
Research Gap: Not studying college details properly
Last-minute Rushing: Hurried choice filling without planning

Reporting Phase Issues

Document Shortage: Missing required original documents
Late Reporting: Missing reporting deadlines
Fee Confusion: Not understanding fee payment process
Medical Issues: Health problems during medical examination
Communication Gap: Not staying updated with college instructions

Comprehensive FAQ Section

1. What are the complete details of NEET UG 2025 exam and result dates?

Answer: NEET 2025 result declared by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on June 14, 2025. The NEET UG 2025 examination was conducted on May 4, 2025 (Sunday) in offline mode from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The exam included 180 multiple choice questions from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a maximum score of 720 marks. 24,09,859 candidates appeared for the examination across 4,750+ exam centers in 571 cities across India and abroad. The result declaration on June 14, 2025 marked the beginning of the counselling process, with 11,45,976 candidates qualifying for the counselling rounds.

2. When does NEET UG 2025 counselling start and what is the complete schedule for all rounds?

Answer: The NEET 2025 counselling process is being conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) from July 21 to November 5, 2025. The counselling started on July 21, 2025 with Round 1 registration. The complete schedule includes 4 comprehensive rounds: Round 1 (July 21 – August 22), Round 2 (September 4 – September 25), Round 3 Mop-up (October 2 – October 18), and Round 4 Stray Vacancy (October 28 – November 12). The entire duration of NEET counselling is scheduled for around three months and will be extended in case of vacant seats. Each round includes registration, choice filling, seat allotment, and reporting phases with specific deadlines that must be strictly followed.

3. Who is eligible to participate in NEET UG 2025 counselling and what are the category-wise requirements?

Answer: Eligibility for NEET UG 2025 counselling requires candidates to have qualified NEET UG 2025 with category-specific minimum scores. General category candidates need 164+ marks (50th percentile) with age limit 17-25 years. OBC-NCL candidates require 129+ marks (40th percentile) with age limit 17-28 years and **valid OBC