NEET UG 2025 Counselling Process: Your Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Congratulations on qualifying for NEET! The counselling process is the final, crucial step to securing your medical seat. This comprehensive guide will walk you through both All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota counselling procedures for NEET UG 2025.

Understanding NEET Counselling Streams

All India Quota (AIQ - 15%)

Governed by Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).

  • 15% of Govt. MBBS/BDS Seats
  • Deemed/Central Universities
  • AIIMS, JIPMER, ESIC, AFMC

Visit MCC Official Site

State Quota (85%)

Governed by respective State Counselling Authorities.

  • 85% of State Medical/Dental Colleges
  • Domicile rules apply
  • Private Medical Colleges (as per state rules)

General Stages of NEET UG Counselling

1 Registration
2 Fee Payment
3 Choice Filling & Locking
4 Seat Allotment Result
5 Document Verification & Reporting

Detailed Steps for MCC (All India Quota) Counselling 2025

  1. Step 1: Online Registration 📝

    Visit the official MCC website (`mcc.nic.in`). Register using your NEET Roll Number and other details. Create your login credentials carefully.

  2. Step 2: Payment of Counselling Fee 💵

    Pay the non-refundable registration fee and refundable security deposit online. Fee details will be in the MCC information bulletin.

  3. Step 3: Choice Filling & Locking 🔒

    This is crucial. Log in and fill your choices of colleges and courses in order of your preference. After filling, you MUST 'lock' your choices before the deadline. Once locked, choices cannot be changed.

  4. Step 4: Seat Allotment Result 🎉

    MCC conducts multiple rounds (Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up, Stray Vacancy). Check the allotment result on the MCC website. Understand 'Free Exit' (Round 1) and 'Forfeiture' rules.

  5. Step 5: Reporting to Allotted College / Document Verification 🏫

    If you are satisfied with the allotment, download your allotment letter and report to the allotted college within the specified dates with all required original documents and admission fees.

Essential Documents Required for NEET Counselling (Checklist)

Ensure you have both original documents and multiple attested photocopies ready. Missing documents can lead to cancellation of admission.

  • NEET Admit Card 2025
  • NEET Scorecard 2025
  • Class 10th Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate
  • Class 12th Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate
  • Provisional Allotment Letter
  • Date of Birth Certificate
  • Identity Proof (Aadhaar/Passport/PAN/DL)
  • Category Certificate (OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, PwD, if applicable)
  • Domicile Certificate (for State Quota)
  • Passport size photographs (same as NEET application)
  • Migration Certificate
  • Medical Fitness Certificate

Tip: Create a folder for originals and another for photocopies. Have a digital backup too!

Key Dates & Schedule (MCC AIQ - Tentative)

Event Round 1 Dates Round 2 Dates Mop-Up Round Dates
Registration [Dates] [Dates] [Dates]
Choice Filling & Locking [Dates] [Dates] [Dates]
Seat Allotment Result [Dates] [Dates] [Dates]
Reporting to College [Dates] [Dates] [Dates]

(State Quota counselling dates vary. Refer to your respective state's official website.)

Important Points to Remember During Counselling:

  • Always refer to the **official MCC and State DME websites** for the latest updates.
  • Read the **information bulletin** thoroughly before each round.
  • Prioritize your **choices carefully** based on your rank and preferences.
  • **Do not share** your login credentials with anyone.
  • Understand the 'free exit' and 'security deposit forfeiture' rules for each round.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I participate in both AIQ and State counselling simultaneously? +

Yes, you can. However, you must carefully manage your choices and understand the rules regarding holding seats in both quotas.

What happens if I don't report to the allotted college? +

If you do not report within the stipulated time, your allotted seat will be cancelled, and your security deposit may be forfeited depending on the round.

We wish you the very best in securing your dream medical seat!