NEET UG Counselling Process

Introduction

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is the gateway for admissions to undergraduate medical (MBBS) and dental (BDS) courses in India. After the NEET exam results are declared, the counselling process is the most crucial phase. It is through this centralized system that aspiring medical students secure seats in various government and private medical/dental colleges nationwide based on their All India Rank (AIR) and preferred choices.

NEET UG Counselling Highlights

Who Conducts NEET UG Counselling?

There are two main authorities responsible for NEET UG Counselling:

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  Medical Counselling Committee (MCC): Conducts counselling for 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats in government medical colleges, all seats in deemed universities, central universities, institutes like AIIMS and JIPMER, and B.Sc. Nursing programs across India.
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  State Counselling Authorities: These authorities handle counselling for the remaining 85% State Quota seats in government & private medical colleges within their respective states.

MCC NEET Counselling

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) is the authorized body to conduct counselling for the National Eligibility Cumulative Entrance Test (NEET) for qualified applicants. The MCC/DGHS will conduct counselling for:

• 15% AIQ of government colleges
• 100% Deemed Universities
• Central Universities (including Delhi University, AMU, and BHU including Institutional/Domicile Quota)
• ESIC
• AFMC (only Registration Part)
• I.P Universities (VMMC, SJH, and D ABVIMS, RML, and& ESIC Dental), Delhi (50% AIQ + 50% Institutional Quota)
• 100% AIIMS
• 100% JIPMER

Types of Quotas under MCC Counselling (15% AIQ)

State Quota NEET Counselling Process (85%)

The State Quota NEET Counselling Process varies from state to state. Please refer to the table below for counselling authorities for various states.

NEET UG Eligibility Criteria

NEET UG Cut Off

The NEET UG Cut-off determines eligibility for counselling. Here are the typical qualifying marks and percentile criteria:

Note: These cut-off scores are indicative and may change annually. Refer to official NEET results for exact figures.

Participating Colleges (State Wise)

To find lists of participating medical and dental colleges for each state, you will need to refer to the respective state counselling authority's official website. The links below serve as placeholders.

NEET College Predictor

A NEET College Predictor is a tool provided by various online educational analysts to predict the chances of a student getting admission to medical colleges via the NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) exam conducted by the NTA (National Testing Agency).

MBBS College Predictor

An MBBS College Predictor employs a novel algorithm that analyses the opening and closing ranks of the previous year’s NEET counselling data to determine the best college for you to pursue Medical Studies. It forecasts your chances of admission to the medical school of your preference. Through a good MBBS Admission Consultant, students can get guidance on NEET counselling & top Medical colleges.

BDS College Predictor

A BDS College Predictor employs a novel algorithm that analyses the opening and closing ranks of the previous year’s NEET counselling data to determine the best college for you to pursue Dental Studies. It forecasts your chances of admission to the dental school of your preference. Through a good BDS Admission Consultant, students can get guidance on NEET counselling & top Dental college criteria.

NEET Counselling Admission Consultant for MBBS And BDS Courses

MBBS Admission Consultant

MBBS Admission Consultants have developed user-friendly tools to assist in determining students’ goals. They provide assistance throughout the entire NEET Counselling process, till you are admitted to your preferred medical college.

BDS Admission Consultant

BDS Admission Consultants also develop user-friendly tools to assist in determining students’ goals. They provide assistance throughout the entire NEET Counselling process, till you are admitted to your preferred medical college.

NEET UG Counselling Important Dates (Tentative)

The exact dates for NEET UG Counselling rounds are announced by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and respective State Counselling Authorities. Please refer to the table below for the typical schedule:

Disclaimer: These dates are tentative and based on previous year's trends. Always refer to the official MCC (mcc.nic.in) and respective State Counselling Authority websites for the most accurate and updated schedule for the current year.

Counselling Fees (Approximate, may vary):

Key Points to Remember

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  Stay Updated: Regularly check official websites (MCC, NTA, respective State Counselling Authorities) for notifications, schedules, and updates.
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  Read Information Bulletin Carefully: Before starting the process, thoroughly read the information bulletin released by the counselling authorities.
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  Prioritize Choices Wisely: Your choices for colleges and courses should be well-researched and prioritized based on your rank and preferences, as this significantly impacts seat allotment.
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  Document Verification: Ensure all documents are original, valid, and match the information provided in your application. Discrepancies can lead to cancellation of candidature.
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  Be Punctual: Adhere strictly to deadlines for registration, choice filling, locking, and reporting.
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  No OBC/SC/ST/PwD/EWS Reservation in Deemed Universities: Keep in mind that generally, these reservations do not apply to Deemed Universities, though some may have specific minority reservations.
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  Round 3 (Mop-Up) and Stray Vacancy Round Rules: Be aware that after joining a seat in Round 3, you cannot resign or participate in any further counselling rounds.