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Written by Mumtaj Khan
Jul 14, 2025

NEET UG 2025 Counselling Started – Dates, Documents, and Seat Matrix Explained

If you've cleared NEET UG 2025, congratulations! But your journey doesn’t end here — it just got more strategic. The NEET UG 2025 counselling process has officially begun, and it’s time to secure your MBBS seat in India through a well-planned and timely approach.

This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about MBBS in India counselling 2025, including the NEET counselling 2025 date, eligibility, documents required, seat matrix, and how to make the most of each round — all while keeping your dreams within reach.

📅 NEET UG 2025 Counselling Dates – All India & State Quota

There are several rounds of counseling for both All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota medical seats in the NEET UG 2025 procedure. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) oversees AIQ counselling, while individual state authorities conduct counselling for 85% state quota seats.

Below is the latest and updated schedule:

✅ 1st Round of Counselling (AIQ & Deemed Universities)

  • Dates: 21st July to 30th July 2025
  • The last day to join the assigned college is August 6, 2025.
  • The steps are: registration, filling out a choice, and assigning seats. 

🔁 Round 2 of Counselling

  • Registration Begins: 8th August 2025 (tentative)
  • Seat Allotment: Mid-August 2025
  • Reporting Deadline: 3rd week of August

This round is for people who didn't get a seat in Round 1 or want to move up in their allotment.

🔄 Round 3 / Mop-Up Round

  • Seat Matrix Release: 2nd September 2025
  • Registration & Choice Filling: Early September 2025
  • Allotment Result: 2nd week of September
  • Reporting to College: Mid-September

This round is for MBBS/BDS seats that are still open after Round 2.

🚨 Stray Vacancy Round

  • Expected Dates: Last week of September to early October 2025
  • Conducted by: Respective Colleges
  • Eligibility: Only candidates who didn't get seats in any previous round
  • No Fresh Registration: Only already registered candidates can participate

🪑 NEET UG 2025 Seat Matrix Overview

Available MBBS/BDS seats are listed in the seat matrix, which is made public before to each round.

  • Government Medical Colleges (AIQ & State Quota)
  • Private Medical Colleges
  • Deemed/Central Universities
  • ESIC and AFMS (specific rounds)

You can check the live seat matrix at the official MCC website or respective state portals before locking your choices.

Seat Type

Authority

Seats Filled Through

15% Govt. AIQ SeatsMCC (All India Quota)Round 1 to Stray Vacancy
85% Govt. State QuotaState AuthoritiesState NEET UG Counselling
100% Deemed/Central UniversitiesMCCAll Rounds
Private Medical CollegesState DMEState-level Counselling
NRI Quota SeatsState/DME & Deemed CollegesSeparate in Mop-Up/Stray Rounds

🩺 What is NEET UG Counselling 2025?

The procedure by which eligible applicants are assigned MBBS, BDS, and other medical seats at government, commercial, and recognized universities throughout India is known as NEET UG counseling 2025. The NEET 2025 score, category, rank, preferences, and seat availability are taken into consideration when counseling.

Types of Counselling:

  • All India Quota (AIQ) – 100% in deemed/central universities, 15% in government MBBS/BDS seats
  • State Quota Counseling: 85% of seats in private and state-run medical schools

📋 Documents Needed for NEET 2025 Counseling

Make sure all your documents are ready in both original and photocopy format:

  • NEET UG 2025 Admit Card
  • NEET UG 2025 Scorecard/Rank Letter
  • Class 10th Certificate (Proof of Date of Birth)
  • Class 12th Marksheet & Passing Certificate
  • Identity Proof (Aadhar/PAN/Passport/Voter ID)
  • Domicile Certificate (for State Quota)
  • Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS if applicable)
  • PwD Certificate (if applicable)
  • Passport-size Photographs
  • Provisional Allotment Letter (after Round 1)

Tip: Keep multiple attested copies for safety.

🧠 Understanding Seat Matrix – Government, Private, Deemed Colleges

Before counseling starts, MCC and the relevant state authorities provide the NEET UG 2025 seat matrix. It includes available seats under various quotas:

Type of CollegeSeat Type% Allocation
Government Medical CollegesAll India Quota15%
Government Medical CollegesState Quota85%
Deemed/Central UniversitiesAll Seats (AIQ)100%
Private Medical CollegesManagement QuotaVaries by State
Private Medical CollegesNRI QuotaUp to 15%

Tip: Refer to official MCC and state websites for the latest NEET UG 2025 seat matrix PDF.

🗺️ State-Wise NEET Counselling 2025 Authorities (Quick Reference)

Every state will release its MBBS counselling 2025 schedule separately.

✅ The Comprehensive Guide to NEET UG 2025 Counseling (AIQ)

  1. Registration on MCC portal (mcc.nic.in)
  2. Payment of counselling fee
  3. Choice filling and locking
  4. Seat allotment result announcement
  5. Download allotment letter
  6. Reporting to allotted college with documents
  7. Verification & admission confirmation

If necessary, repeat for Round 2, Mop-Up, and Stray Vacancy.

💰 MBBS in India Counselling 2025: Fee Structure Overview

College TypeAnnual Fee Range (INR)
Government Colleges₹10,000 – ₹1.5 Lakh
Private Medical Colleges₹7 Lakh – ₹20 Lakh
Deemed Universities₹15 Lakh – ₹25 Lakh
NRI Quota (Private/Deemed)₹20 Lakh – ₹50+ Lakh

⚠️ Typical Errors to Avoid in 2025 NEET Counseling

  • Not locking choices before deadline
  • Uploading wrong/blurred documents
  • Choosing unrealistic college preferences
  • if a seat is confirmed, missing counseling rounds
  • Not checking state quota eligibility properly

Pro Tip: Always keep a backup plan and cross-verify everything.

🤝 Role of Expert Guidance – Ensure Education

Navigating NEET UG 2025 counselling can be overwhelming. That’s where Ensure Education, one of the best NEET and MBBS consultancies in India, helps students with:

  • Personalized counselling & documentation support
  • Real-time updates on seat matrix & cutoffs
  • Choice filling strategy
  • Round-wise tracking
  • Assistance with private, deemed & NRI quota admissions

📌 Final Words

Your first step toward becoming a doctor in India is the NEET UG 2025 counseling. With thousands of candidates competing for limited MBBS seats, your decisions at this stage are critical. Be informed, prepare your paperwork, and choose your college carefully.

Whether you’re targeting a government seat or aiming for MBBS in India through private/deemed universities, follow the right counselling roadmap. And if you feel stuck, get expert help from Ensure Education.

🎓 Good luck for your medical journey ahead!

🎓 Ensure Education Consultancy – Trusted MBBS Counselling Partner in India

Ensure Education is a leading MBBS consultancy in India, offering personalized and transparent guidance for students aspiring to pursue MBBS abroad and in top medical colleges across India. With years of experience and a student-first approach, Ensure Education has become one of the most preferred names in MBBS consultancy in India and internationally.

Whether you're looking for abroad consultancy in India for countries like Russia, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Armenia, or Kyrgyzstan — or guidance through MBBS admission counselling in India, Ensure Education is your one-stop trusted partner.

✅ Our Services Include:

  • MBBS Abroad Counselling for NMC-approved universities
  • NEET UG counselling assistance (All India & State Quota)
  • University selection based on budget & NEET score
  • Application, admission, visa, travel & hostel support
  • Real-time updates on seat matrix, deadlines & fees
  • 24×7 helpline and student support through the entire journey

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Frequently Asked Questions

The first round of NEET UG 2025 counselling is scheduled from 21st July to 30th July 2025, and the last date of joining is 6th August 2025.
Required documents include NEET 2025 admit card, scorecard, 10th & 12th certificates, ID proof, domicile (for state quota), and category certificates.
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts counselling for 15% AIQ seats and 100% seats in deemed/central universities.
Seat matrix shows the number of available seats under AIQ, state quota, private colleges, deemed universities, and NRI quota — released before each round.
Yes, eligible candidates can apply for both All India Quota (via MCC) and their respective state quota counselling processes simultaneously.