The wait is finally over for hundreds of thousands of NEET aspirants! The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially announced the counselling schedule for NEET UG 2025 on its website mcc.nic.in. Registration for the first round of AIQ will begin on July 21, 2025, marking the start of the MBBS/BDS admissions process at top medical colleges in India. If you have already passed NEET UG 2025, it's time to prepare to choose your slot, get a seat, and secure your place at your ideal medical school.

NEET 2025 Undergraduate Counselling Overview

The NEET 2025 Undergraduate Counselling is a centralized online admissions process for eligible candidates who have passed the NEET Undergraduate exam. It facilitates seat allocation for:

•  15% of the AIQ (All India Quota) in public medical and dental colleges across India (excluding Jammu and Kashmir, unless seat contribution is allowed).
•  100% seats in institutions such as AIIMS, JIPMER, AMU, BHU, ESIC, and recognized universities. The process includes four counselling rounds:

1. Round 1

2. Round 2

3. Application Collection Round

4. Vacancy Round

Each round allows students to register, complete their university and course choices, lock in their preferences, and obtain seat allocations based on their rank, category, and seat availability.

AIQ Counselling Schedule for NEET UG 2025 (Tentative)

Based on recent updates and date history, this is the planned counselling schedule for NEET UG 2025:

•  Round 1

• Registration and Fee Payment: July 21-28, 2025

• Selection Completion and Locking: July 22-28, 2025

• Seat Allocation Result: July 31, 2025

• Report to Universities: August 1-6, 2025

•  Round 2

• Registration and Fee Payment: August 12-18, 2025

• Selection Completion and Locking: August 13-18, 2025

• Seat Allocation Result: August 21 (tentative), 22-29 August (final)

• Report to universities: end of August 2025

•  Revision round

• Registration and seat selection: early September 2025

• Seat allotment result: mid-September 2025

• Report: third week of September 2025

•  Unselected vacancy round

• Registration and seat selection: September 22-24/25, 2025

• Seat allotment processing: September 25-26, 2025

• Final result and report: September 27 - October 3, 2025

Note: Except for the NEET UG 2025 results date (June 14), all other dates are provisional. Always check mcc.nic.in for official updates. Who is eligible for NEET 2025 Undergraduate Counselling?

To participate in the NEET 2025 Undergraduate Counselling, candidates must:

• Have passed the NEET 2025 Undergraduate Examination with the minimum required percentile.

• Have completed the 10+2 exam in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.

• Register on the MCC Counselling Portal to secure AIQ or institutional seats.

Important Note: Candidates from Jammu and Kashmir are not eligible for AIQ counselling unless they submit a self-declaration of participation. Step-by-Step Process for NEET Undergraduate Counselling

Below is a brief summary of the NEET 2025 Undergraduate Counselling process to help you understand the step-by-step process:

• Step 1: Registration

Visit mcc.nic.in and navigate to the Undergraduate Medical Counselling section. Register using your NEET UG 2025 registration number, application number, and email address.

• Step 2: Payment

Pay the registration fee and refundable security deposit based on your category and seat type (AIQ or Presumptive).

Category: AIQ/Central Universities Presumptive Universities

General ?1,000 ?5,000

SC/ST/OBC/PwD ?500 ?5,000

Security Deposit ?10,000 (AIQ) ?2,00,000 (Presumptive)

• Step 3: Complete and Lock in Choices

Enter your preferred universities and courses based on your ranking and cut-off trends. Lock in your choices before the deadline.

• Step 4: Seat Allotment Result

MCC will publish the seat allotment results online. You can check your results and download the allotment letter.

•  Step 5: Visit the assigned university

Visit the assigned university within the indicated dates to verify documents, complete the admissions process, and pay the fee.

Documents Required for NEET UG 2025 Counselling

Keep the following documents ready in both original and photocopy:

• NEET UG 2025 Admit Card & Scorecard
• Class 10 & 12 Marksheet and Passing Certificate
• Government-issued Photo ID (Aadhar, Passport, etc.)
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)
• Provisional Allotment Letter
• Passport-size Photographs
• Domicile Certificate (for state counselling)

NEET Counselling Tips: How to Find the Best College

Here are some expert tips to help you through the NEET 2025 counselling process:

• Research previous years' cutoffs before locking in your choices.

• Complete as many choices as possible in order of preference; there is no limit.

• Avoid rushing to lock in your choices. You can modify them until the final locking date.

• Don't skip rounds: Even if you don't get your first preference in Round 1, you can improve it in Round 2 or the Revision Round.

• Check MCC's daily notifications for alerts and schedule updates.

AIQ Counselling vs. State Counselling: What's the Difference?

Many students confuse AIQ counselling with state counselling. Here's a brief comparison:

AIQ Counselling Criteria State Counselling

Conducted by MCC Respective state authorities

Seat quota: 15% government seats + others: 85% government seats.

Universities covered: AIIMS, JIPMER, DU, BHU, etc. State and private universities.

Eligibility: NEET exam requirements. Domicile required.

Tip: You can apply for AIQ and your state counselling simultaneously.

After Counselling: Refund and Upgrade

• If you are not admitted, your security deposit will be refunded after the final round.

• If you enrol in a university in the first round, you can still participate in the second round for a better match (upgrade).

• Once admitted in the second round, exit is not permitted as per MCC rules.

NEET 2025 Undergraduate Counselling:

Conclusions

The NEET UG counselling 2025 process is a key step in securing your medical seat. From college selection to timely document submission, every action counts. Stay updated through mcc.nic.in, follow MCC guidelines, and be proactive to improve your chances of admission and reduce last-minute stress.

Good luck with your NEET 2025 counselling process! Your future as a doctor starts here!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. When will NEET 2025 Undergraduate Counselling begin?

NEET 2025 Undergraduate Counselling for AIQ is tentatively scheduled to begin on July 21, 2025, with first-round registration and selection. Final dates will be published on mcc.nic.in.

2. Who is eligible for NEET 2025 Undergraduate Counselling?

Candidates who qualify for NEET 2025 Undergraduate Counselling and achieve the minimum percentile cutoff are eligible. Students from all states (except Jammu and Kashmir, unless they have opted out) can participate in the AIQ counselling.

3. What is the counselling fee for NEET 2025 UG?

The registration fee is ?1,000 for general candidates and ?500 for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates under AIQ. Additionally, a refundable security deposit of ?10,000 (AIQ) or ?2,00,000 (Deemed Universities) is required.

4. How many rounds are there in NEET UG 2025 counselling?

There are four rounds of counselling:

• Round 1

• Round 2

• Make-up Round

• Vacancy Round

5. Is NEET UG 2025 counselling online or in-person?

The entire NEET 2025 counselling process is conducted online, except for the final report to the allotted universities, which is conducted in person.

6. Can I apply for both AIQ and state counselling?

Yes, candidates can simultaneously apply for AIQ counselling through MCC and their respective state counselling to maximize their admission chances.

7. What happens if I don't secure my options during NEET counselling?

If you do not lock your choices before the deadline, the system will automatically lock your most recently saved choices. However, it is strongly recommended that you lock them manually.

8. Will I receive a refund if I do not enrol in my assigned university?

Yes, the security deposit is refunded if I do not enrol in any assigned university. However, if you enrol and withdraw after the second round, you could lose the deposit.

9. Can I upgrade my seat in the second round?

Yes, candidates who secured a seat in the first round can opt for an upgrade in the second round. However, once they are allotted a seat and enrol in the second round, no further upgrades or withdrawals are permitted.

10. Where can I check for NEET UG 2025 counselling updates?

 All official updates, schedules, notifications, and results for NEET UG 2025 counselling will be published on the official MCC website: mcc.nic.in.