NEET UG 2025 Counselling begin on July 21: Check full schedule
The NEET UG 2025 counselling process is your golden opportunity to secure a seat in top medical colleges across India. With the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) releasing the official schedule, candidates who qualified for the NEET UG 2025 exam, conducted in May 2025, can start preparing for the counselling rounds. Registrations for Round 1 begin on July 21, 2025, via the official website, mcc.nic.in.
NEET UG 2025 Counselling Schedule
The MCC has outlined four rounds of counselling for MBBS, BDS, and BSc Nursing admissions under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ), as well as for central and deemed universities, including prestigious institutions like AIIMS, JIPMER, BHU, AMU, and ESIC. Below is the detailed schedule for each round:
Round 1 Counselling Schedule
Activity | Date |
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Verification of Seat Matrix by Institutes & NMC | July 18 to 19, 2025 |
Registration & Payment | July 21 to July 28, 2025 (till 12:00 noon) |
Payment Deadline | July 28, 2025 (till 3:00 PM) |
Choice Filling | July 22 to July 28, 2025 (till 11:55 PM) |
Choice Locking | July 28, 2025 (4:00 PM to 11:55 PM) |
Seat Allotment Process | July 29 to July 30, 2025 |
Result Declaration | July 31, 2025 |
Reporting to Institutes | August 1 to August 6, 2025 |
Institute Data Verification | August 7 to August 8, 2025 |
Round 2 Counselling Schedule
Activity | Date |
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Verification of Seat Matrix by Institutes | August 9 to 11, 2025 |
Registration & Payment | August 12 to August 18, 2025 (till 12:00 noon) |
Payment Deadline | August 18, 2025 (till 3:00 PM) |
Choice Filling | August 13 to August 18, 2025 (till 11:55 PM) |
Choice Locking | August 18, 2025 (4:00 PM to 11:55 PM) |
Seat Allotment Process | August 19 to August 20, 2025 |
Result Declaration | August 21, 2025 |
Reporting to Institutes | August 22 to August 29, 2025 |
Institute Data Verification | August 30 to September 1, 2025 |
Round 3 (Mop-Up Round) Counselling Schedule
Activity | Date |
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Verification of Seat Matrix by Institutes | September 2, 2025 |
Registration & Payment | September 3 to September 8, 2025 (till 12:00 noon) |
Payment Deadline | September 8, 2025 (till 3:00 PM) |
Choice Filling | September 3 to September 8, 2025 (till 11:55 PM) |
Choice Locking | September 8, 2025 (4:00 PM to 11:55 PM) |
Seat Allotment Process | September 9 to September 10, 2025 |
Result Declaration | September 11, 2025 |
Reporting to Institutes | September 12 to September 18, 2025 |
Institute Data Verification | September 19 to September 21, 2025 |
Round 4 (Stray Vacancy Round) Counselling Schedule
Activity | Date |
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Verification of Seat Matrix by Institutes (OTP Linked) | September 20, 2025 |
Registration & Payment | September 22 to September 24, 2025 (till 3:00 PM) |
Payment Deadline | September 24, 2025 (till 6:00 PM) |
Choice Filling | September 22 to September 25, 2025 (till 8:00 AM) |
Choice Locking | September 24 (8:00 PM) to September 25, 2025 (8:00 AM) |
Seat Allotment Process | September 25 to September 26, 2025 |
Result Declaration | September 27, 2025 |
Reporting to Institutes | September 27 to October 3, 2025 |
Who Can Apply for NEET UG 2025 Counselling?
Only candidates who have qualified for the NEET UG 2025 exam, with results declared on June 14, 2025, are eligible. The counselling process covers:
- 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats
- 100% seats at AIIMS, JIPMER, BHU, AMU, and ESIC institutions
- Institutional quota seats managed by MCC
- AFMC and IP quota at ESIC
- Central and deemed university admissions
Also Read: NEET CutOff 2025: Category Wise Cutoff Check Here
Steps to Register for NEET UG 2025 Counselling
To ensure a smooth registration process, follow these steps:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to mcc.nic.in and click on the “UG Medical Counselling” section.
- Register or Log In: Use your NEET UG 2025 credentials to register or log in.
- Complete the Application: Fill out the application form, pay the processing fee, and upload required documents, including your NEET scorecard, photo ID, and category certificate (if applicable).
- Fill and Lock Choices: Select your preferred colleges and courses, then lock your choices before the deadline to secure your preferences.
After completing these steps, download the confirmation page for future reference.
Conclusion
The NEET UG 2025 counselling process is a critical step toward securing your spot in a prestigious medical college. By understanding the schedule, eligibility criteria, and registration steps, you can approach the process with confidence. Start preparing early, keep track of important dates, and ensure all documents are ready by July 21, 2025, when registrations open. With careful planning and timely action, you can unlock the door to your medical career and achieve your dream of studying at top institutions like AIIMS or JIPMER.