Puducherry NEET UG Counselling 2025: Registration Open, Fees, Quotas, Seat Allotment.

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Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling is conducted by the Centralized Admission Committee (CENTAC) for admission to MBBS and BDS courses in Government and Private Medical/Dental Colleges. The counselling process is online, and seat allocation is done based on NEET UG 2025 scores, category reservation, and seat availability. Candidates seeking admission under the State Quota, Management Quota, or NRI Quota must complete online registration, document verification, choice filling, and fee payment within the given deadlines. The seat allotment follows a multi-round process, ensuring fair and transparent admissions as per Puducherry Government and National Medical Commission (NMC) guidelines.

New Update

(as per CENTAC Notice Dated 5th July 2025) Online Registration is Open for MBBS, BDS, BAMS, and BVSc & AH courses (National SS & NRI quota) for the academic year 2025-2026. The following quotas are available:

Courses & Quotas Available

Admissions are open for the following courses under various quotas:

• MBBS / BDS / BAMS / BVSc & AH
• Quotas
  • Government Quota
  • UT of Puducherry Minority Quota (Christian/Telugu)
  • All India Management/Self-Supporting (SS) Quota
  • NRI / NRI Sponsored / OCI / Foreign Nationals

Application Fee

Application Fee – Puducherry NEET UG 2025

Important Dates:

• Online Application Opens: 05 July 2025
• Last Date to Apply: 14 July 2025

Instructions:

• Fill in the NEET All India Rank correctly from the 2025 Scorecard.
• Upload fresh certificates (dated on or after 01.01.2025) for claiming Residence, Reservation, Minority Quotas, or Government School quota.
• Multiple state nativity claims or fake documents will lead to disqualification and legal action.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Criteria – Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling

Candidates seeking admission to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BVSc & AH, BSc Nursing, and Allied Health Sciences through Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling must meet the following eligibility requirements:

1. Nationality & Domicile

• The candidate must be an Indian citizen.
• Non-Resident Indians (NRI), Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), and Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) are eligible under the NRI quota.
• Puducherry domicile candidates are eligible for State Quota seats.
• Candidates must provide a valid domicile/residence certificate issued by the competent authority of Puducherry.

2. Age Limit

• Candidates must have completed 17 years as of December 31, 2025.
• No upper age limit as per NMC guidelines.

3. Educational Qualification

• Must have passed Class 12 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent from a recognized board.
• Mandatory subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB), and English (must be passed individually).
• Minimum qualifying marks in PCB aggregate:
  • General/EWS – 50%
  • SC/ST/OBC-NCL – 40%
  • PwD (General) – 45%
  • PwD (SC/ST/OBC-NCL) – 40%

4. NEET UG 2025 Qualification

• Candidate must qualify NEET UG 2025 with the minimum percentile:
  • General/EWS – 50th percentile
  • SC/ST/OBC-NCL – 40th percentile
  • PwD (General) – 45th percentile
  • PwD (SC/ST/OBC-NCL) – 40th percentile

5. Eligibility for Puducherry State Quota

• Candidates must have studied and completed Classes 10 & 12 from schools located in Puducherry.
• Wards of Central Government employees serving in Puducherry for at least 3 years are eligible for State Quota.
• Children of Defense/Ex-Servicemen, serving in Puducherry, can apply under State Quota with a valid certificate.

6. NRI Quota Eligibility

• NRI candidates must provide:
  • Valid Indian passport & visa.
  • Sponsorship affidavit from an NRI guardian.
  • Financial proof for the entire course duration.

7. Reservation Policy for Puducherry State Quota Seats

• Scheduled Tribe (ST) – 1%
• Scheduled Caste (SC) – 16%
• Other Backward Classes (OBC-MBC/EBC/BCM/BT) – As per Puducherry Government norms.
• Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) – 10%
• Persons with Disabilities (PwD) – 5% horizontal reservation within each category.
• Wards of Ex-Servicemen (WESM) – As per state policy.

8. Seat Allocation

• 85% State Quota – Reserved for Puducherry Domicile candidates.
• 15% All India Quota (AIQ) – Filled through MCC counselling.
• Private Colleges – Seats allocated under State Quota, Management Quota, and NRI Quota.

9. Eligibility for Quotas

• Government Quota: Residents of UT of Puducherry
• Management/National SS: Puducherry/Other State/OCI (before 04.03.2021)
• Minority Quota: Residents of Puducherry
• NRI Quota: NRI/NRI Sponsored/OCI/OCI Sponsored/Foreign National

Important Notes:

• Candidates must register for Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling through the official website.
• Document verification is mandatory before seat allotment.
• Reservation benefits apply only to candidates with valid category certificates issued by the Puducherry Government.

Registration Dates

Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Registration Open

• Commencement of Online Application: 05 July 2025
• Last Date for Submission of Online Application: 14 July 2025
• Release of Draft Merit List: Aug 2025
• Release of Revised Draft Merit List: Aug 2025
• Release of Final Merit List: September 2025
• Last Date for Filling Course Preferences for Round 1: September 2025
• Release of Round 1 Seat Allotment: September 2025
• Last Date for Joining Round 1: October 2025
• Last Date for Course Preferences (Round 2): November 2025
• Release of Round 2 Seat Allotment: November 2025
• Last Date for Joining Round 2: November 2025
• Last Date for Course Preferences (Round 3): December 2025
• Release of Round 3 Seat Allotment: December 2025
• Last Date for Joining Round 3: December 2025
• Last Date for Course Preferences (Stray Vacancy Round): January 2026
• Release of Stray Vacancy Round Seat Allotment: January 2026
• Last Date for Joining Stray Vacancy Round: January 2026

Registration Process

Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling – Registration Process

Candidates must complete the online registration process to participate in Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling, conducted by CENTAC (Centralized Admission Committee).

Step-by-Step Registration Process

1. Visit the Official Website
   • Open www.centacpuducherry.in.
   • Click on "NEET UG 2025 Registration."
2. Create Login Credentials
   • Enter NEET UG 2025 Roll Number, Application Number, and Date of Birth.
   • Provide a valid mobile number and email ID for OTP verification.
   • Set User ID and Password for future login access.
3. Fill the Application Form
   • Enter personal details, including name, date of birth, and nationality.
   • Select domicile status (Puducherry Resident / Non-Resident).
   • Provide parent/guardian details for official records.
   • Enter NEET UG 2025 details, including roll number, rank, and score.
   • Provide academic details, including Class 10 & Class 12 marks and board name.
   • Choose reservation category if applicable.
4. Upload Required Information
   • Submit the necessary details as per specifications.
5. Pay the Registration Fee

1. Choice Filling & Locking
   • Select MBBS/BDS colleges in order of preference.
   • Modify choices before the deadline.
   • Lock final choices and take a printout of the selection form.

7. Final Submission
   • Verify all details carefully.
   • Click on “Final Submit” (No further edits allowed).
   • Download the application confirmation for reference.

Important Notes

• Late registrations are not allowed.
• Only registered candidates can participate in counselling rounds.
• Merit list will be prepared based on NEET UG 2025 scores.
• Candidates must check official notifications regularly for updates.

Reservation Policy

Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Reservation Policy

The reservation policy for Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling follows Government of Puducherry norms for seat allocation under the State Quota in Government and Private Medical/Dental Colleges.

1. Category-Wise Seat Reservation (Government Colleges – State Quota)

• Horizontal Reservation applies within each category.
• OBC Subcategories:
  • Most Backward Classes (MBC)
  • Extremely Backward Classes (EBC)
  • Backward Classes Muslim (BCM)
  • Backward Tribes (BT)

2. Seat Distribution – Government & Private Medical Colleges

• 85% State Quota – Reserved for Puducherry Domicile candidates.
• 15% AIQ (All India Quota) – Filled through MCC Counselling.
• Private Colleges – Follow a mix of State Quota, Management Quota, and NRI Quota.

3. Horizontal Reservation – Special Categories

• PwD Quota (5%) – Candidates with benchmark disability (40% or more) verified by the medical board.
• Freedom Fighter Quota (FF - 4%) – Wards of Freedom Fighters from Puducherry.
• Ex-Servicemen Quota (ESM - 3%) – Wards of Puducherry Ex-Servicemen (valid certificate required).
• Meritorious Sports Quota (MSQ - 1%) – Candidates with national/international-level sports achievements.

4. Conversion of Reserved Seats

• If ST seats remain vacant, they are converted to SC.
• If SC seats remain vacant, they are converted to OBC (MBC/EBC).
• If OBC seats remain vacant, they are converted to UR (General).
• Unfilled PwD seats remain within the respective category.

5. NRI Quota (Private Medical/Dental Colleges Only)

• 15% seats reserved for NRI candidates.
• NRI candidates must provide:
  • Valid passport & visa
  • Sponsorship affidavit from an NRI guardian
  • Proof of financial support for full course duration
• Unfilled NRI seats are converted to General (Management Quota) seats.

Important Notes

• Candidates must produce valid category certificates issued by the Government of Puducherry.
• Reservation benefits apply only to Puducherry domicile candidates under State Quota.
• Conversion rules apply if reserved seats remain unfilled after all counselling rounds.
• Management Quota & NRI Quota follow separate admission criteria in private institutions.

This reservation policy applies to MBBS/BDS admissions in Puducherry under NEET UG 2025 Counselling.

Seat Matrix & College

Puducherry NEET UG 2025 – Seat Matrix & College List

The seat matrix for Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling follows the reservation policy for admission to MBBS and BDS courses in Government and Private Medical/Dental Colleges under State Quota, All India Quota (AIQ), Management Quota, and NRI Quota.

1. MBBS Seat Matrix – Government & Private Medical Colleges

• 85% of Government MBBS seats are reserved for Puducherry Domicile candidates.
• 15% of Government MBBS seats are filled under All India Quota (AIQ) through MCC Counselling.
• Private Medical Colleges have a mix of State Quota, Management Quota, and NRI Quota seats.

2. BDS Seat Matrix – Government & Private Dental Colleges

• BDS seats in Government Dental Colleges are allocated under State Quota and AIQ.
• Private Dental Colleges follow a mix of State Quota, Management Quota, and NRI Quota.

Documents Checklist

Documents Required for Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling

Candidates must present original and self-attested copies of required documents for verification during Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling.

Mandatory Documents

• NEET UG 2025 Admit Card
• NEET UG 2025 Scorecard
• Class 10 Certificate & Marksheet
• Class 12 Certificate & Marksheet
• Birth Certificate
• Domicile Certificate (for Puducherry State Quota)
• Transfer Certificate from last attended institution
• Recent Passport-Size Photographs

Category-Specific Documents

• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) – Issued by a competent authority
• EWS Certificate – Valid income & asset certificate for EWS quota
• PwD Certificate – Disability certificate from an approved medical board
• Ex-Servicemen Certificate – Issued by Rajya Sainik Board for ESM quota
• Freedom Fighter Certificate – Official proof for FF quota eligibility
• Meritorious Sports Certificate – Verification from relevant sports authority

Additional Documents for NRI Candidates

• Valid Passport & Visa
• NRI Sponsorship Affidavit
• Embassy Certificate confirming NRI status
• Relationship Proof between NRI sponsor and candidate

Important Notes

• Original documents along with photocopies must be presented for verification.
• Any discrepancy in documents may lead to disqualification.
• Candidates must regularly check official notifications for updates on document submission requirements.

This document list is applicable for MBBS & BDS admissions under Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling.

Counselling Fee

Counselling Fee Details – Puducherry NEET UG 2025

Candidates applying for Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling must pay a non-refundable counselling registration fee and a refundable security deposit as per category and seat preference.

1. Non-Refundable Counselling Registration Fee

The registration fee must be paid online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI.

• The fee is mandatory for all candidates participating in Government, Private, and NRI Quota admissions.
• Failure to pay the registration fee will result in disqualification from the counselling process.

2. Refundable Security Deposit

Candidates opting for Government or Private Medical Colleges must pay a security deposit, refundable only if they do not take admission after seat allotment.

• If a candidate fails to join the allotted college, the security deposit will be forfeited.
• Candidates who exit after Round 1 will receive a full refund of the deposit.
• If a candidate surrenders the seat after Round 2, the deposit will not be refunded.

3. Payment Rules

• Payments must be completed before the deadline to confirm eligibility for counselling.
• Transaction charges apply as per the selected payment mode.
• Candidates must retain the payment receipt for future reference.

Important Notes

• Only registered candidates who pay the counselling fee can participate in seat allotment.
• Candidates should check official notifications regularly for updates on fee deadlines and payment procedures.

This fee structure is applicable for MBBS & BDS admissions under Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling.

Counselling Procedure

Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling Procedure

The Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling is conducted online for admission to MBBS & BDS courses in Government and Private Medical/Dental Colleges under State Quota, Management Quota, and NRI Quota. The process is merit-based and follows multiple rounds to fill available seats.

1. Online Registration & Fee Payment

• Candidates must register online through the official counselling portal.
• Provide NEET UG 2025 Roll Number, Application Number, Personal Details, and Academic Information.
• Pay the non-refundable registration fee and security deposit (if applicable) to confirm participation.
• After successful payment, download and print the confirmation receipt for future reference.

2. Merit List Publication

• The Merit List is prepared based on NEET UG 2025 scores and reservation criteria.
• Candidates must check their rank and category-wise eligibility on the official website.
• The Merit List determines eligibility for seat allotment in Government, Private, and NRI Quota seats.

3. Choice Filling & Locking

• Eligible candidates must log in to the counselling portal and select their preferred colleges and courses.
• Choice preferences can be edited and modified before the deadline.
• Once finalized, choices must be locked, and a printout of the filled choices should be kept for reference.

4. Seat Allotment – Round 1

• Seats are allocated based on:
  • NEET UG 2025 Rank
  • Category Reservation
  • Seat Availability
  • Choice Preferences
• Candidates must check the allotment result on the official website.
• If allotted a seat, candidates must download the allotment letter and proceed for admission.

5. Reporting & Admission Confirmation

• Candidates allotted seats must physically report to the respective college and Directorate of Medical Education (DME).
• Original documents must be verified as per the counselling guidelines.
• Candidates must pay the admission fees and confirm their seat.
• Two options are available:
  • Freeze – Candidate accepts the allotted seat and will not participate in further rounds.
  • Float – Candidate accepts the seat but wants an upgrade in the next round.

6. Round 2 – Upgradation & Fresh Allotment

• Candidates who did not get a seat in Round 1 or opted for upgradation can participate.
• Fresh registrations may be allowed only if seats remain vacant.
• Candidates must modify their preferences if required.
• Seat allotment follows the same criteria as Round 1.
• Candidates allotted seats in Round 2 must report to the respective college for final admission.

7. Mop-Up Round – Filling Vacant Seats

• Candidates who were not allotted seats in previous rounds can participate.
• No fresh registration is allowed; only previously registered candidates can apply.
• Choice filling is mandatory before seat allotment.
• If allotted, candidates must report immediately for admission.
• If a candidate does not join after allotment, they will be debarred from future counselling rounds.

8. Stray Vacancy Round – Last Round for Unfilled Seats

• Conducted only for vacant seats in Government and Private Medical/Dental Colleges.
• No fresh registrations; only non-allotted candidates from previous rounds can participate.
• Direct physical reporting is required for admission.
• Candidates must accept the allotted seat, as no further rounds will be conducted.

Important Counselling Policies

1. Security Deposit Rules
   • Candidates who exit before Round 2 will receive a full refund.
   • If a candidate fails to join the allotted seat, the deposit is forfeited.
2. Upgradation Rules
   • Candidates opting for Float (Upgradation) can participate in the next round.
   • If a new seat is allotted, the previous seat is automatically canceled.
3. Mandatory Reporting
   • Candidates must report to the allotted college within the deadline; otherwise, the seat will be forfeited.
4. Final Admission Confirmation
   • Admission is confirmed only after full document verification and fee payment.

Key Takeaways

• Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling follows a step-by-step merit-based process.
• Online registration, choice filling, and document verification are mandatory for participation.
• Multiple rounds ensure fair seat distribution, including a final Stray Vacancy Round.
• Candidates must regularly check the official website for updates to avoid missing deadlines.

Also Read - MCC Counselling NEET UG Counselling Dates, Process & Seat Matrix

Conclusion

Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling is a structured and transparent admission process designed to facilitate medical and dental aspirants in securing seats based on merit and reservation policies. Candidates must ensure timely registration, accurate document submission, and choice preference selection to enhance their chances of admission. Multiple counselling rounds, including Mop-Up and Stray Vacancy Rounds, provide opportunities for seat allotment until the final phase. Aspirants must stay updated with official notifications, deadlines, and eligibility criteria to avoid missing crucial steps in the admission process. Puducherry NEET UG 2025 Counselling offers a fair and accessible platform for students to secure medical education in reputed institutions.

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