Overview

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) is a government organization that manages seat allotment for medical and dental courses in India. It handles admissions for undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), and super-specialty courses like DM and MCh through a centralized online process. MCC allocates seats for 15% of All India Quota (AIQ) seats in government colleges, 50% of AIQ seats for PG courses, and all seats in deemed universities. The process is based on students' NEET scores, reservation eligibility, and the preferences they submit during counselling.

The counselling procedure involves online registration, choice filling, and seat allotment. Candidates lock their preferences, and MCC assigns seats based on merit and availability. Important documents like NEET scorecards, identity proof, and educational certificates are required during admission. MCC also ensures fair opportunities for reserved categories, including SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD candidates. Staying updated with the official MCC website is essential to know the schedule for upcoming counselling, such as MCC NEET counselling 2025.

MCC counselling is a transparent, merit-based system that simplifies the admission process for medical or dental students. With preparation and understanding of the steps, aspirants can secure a seat in their desired college, turning their dreams of becoming a doctor into reality.

Eligibility Criteria

All India Quota (AIQ) Seats: Candidates who clear the NEET UG exam can participate in counselling for 15% of AIQ seats in government medical and dental colleges. Aspirants from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are also eligible for these seats.
Institutional/Domicile Quota Seats: Students applying for seats under Central Universities (such as Aligarh Muslim University, Banaras Hindu University, University of Delhi, and Jamia Millia Islamia) must meet the specific domicile or institutional requirements and register through the official MCC website.
Special Categories:
(a) Wards of ESIC-insured persons can apply for colleges under the Employee State Insurance Corporation.
(b) Candidates seeking admission to Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune, must follow the MCC registration guidelines.
Reservation for Persons with Disabilities (PwD): The reservation for the PwD category has been increased from 3% - to 5%, and it includes 21 benchmark disabilities under "The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016." Candidates falling under these categories are eligible for reserved seats by MCC regulations.
Counselling Fees: Candidates need to pay a registration fee which is non-refundable and a refundable tuition fee during the counselling registration process

Registration Fee

Students applying for Medical/Dental/B.Sc. Nursing seats must pay two types of fees:

Deemed Universities:

Registration Fee (Non-Refundable): ₹5,000 (for all candidates)
Security Deposit (Refundable): ₹2,00,000
Total Payment at Registration: ₹2,05,000

AIQ & Central Universities (DU, AMU, BHU, JMI, AFMC, ESI, AIIMS, JIPMER, B.Sc. Nursing):

UR/EWS Candidates:
- Registration Fee: ₹1,000
- Security Deposit: ₹10,000
- Total: ₹11,000
SC/ST/OBC/PwD Candidates:
- Registration Fee: ₹500
- Security Deposit: ₹5,000
- Total: ₹5,500

Applying for Both Govt. & Deemed Universities?

Candidates applying for both Govt. and Deemed Universities must pay only the higher fee—i.e., ₹5,000 (registration) + ₹2,00,000 (security deposit) = ₹2,05,000.

(Note: The amount of this fee is not fixed and may vary depending on the institution.)

Counselling schedule

NEET UG 2025 Counselling Schedule - MCC (Tentative Dates)

The NEET UG 2025 counseling process will begin shortly after the NEET 2025 results are announced. Below is the expected timeline for each round of counseling.

Round	Tentative Dates (All India Quota/Deemed & Central Universities)	State Counseling
1st Round of Counseling	August 2025	August 2025
Last Date of Joining (1st Round)	August 2025	September 2025
2nd Round of Counseling	September 2025	September 2025
Last Date of Joining (2nd Round)	September 2025	October 2025
3rd Round of Counseling	October 2025	October 2025
Last Date of Joining (3rd Round)	October 2025	October 2025
Stray Vacancy Round	October 2025	October 2025
Last Date of Joining (Stray Vacancy)	November 2025	November 2025
Commencement of Academic Session	October 2025

Counselling Procedure

Complete and Detailed Counselling Process for NEET UG

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts counselling for UG medical (MBBS/BDS) courses for various quotas and reserved categories. Below is a step-by-step guide to the process:

Complete flow chart on MCC Counselling

1. Registration on MCC Portal

Candidates must register online at the official MCC website (www.mcc.nic.in).

Provide essential details like NEET UG Roll Number, Application Number, and Personal Information.
Payment of counselling fees:
- Non-Refundable Registration Fee: This fee is mandatory and varies depending on the candidate category and the type of institution.
- Refundable Security Deposit: A tuition deposit is refundable if the candidate does not join the seat allotted to them.

2. Choice Filling and Locking

After a successful registration process, candidates must fill in their preferences for their desired colleges and courses.

Choices can be modified multiple times during the choice-filling window.
Once finalized, candidates must lock in their choices before the deadline. Failure to lock will result in the automatic locking of saved choices.

3. Seat Allotment

Round 1 Seat Allotment:
- Seats are allotted based on NEET scores, reservation policies, and preferences submitted by candidates.

Results are published online, and candidates can download their allotment letters from the MCC portal.

Round 2 Seat Allotment:
- If a candidate is not satisfied with Round 1 allotment or was not allotted a seat, they can participate in Round 2.
Mop-Up Round:
- Conducted for vacant seats after Round 2.
- Primarily for Deemed Universities and Central Universities.
Stray Vacancy Round:
- The final round was conducted at the level of the institution for leftover seats.

4. Reporting to the Allotted College

After each round, candidates who are satisfied with their allotment must report to the allotted college within the given time.

Documents are verified, and the process of admission is completed.

5. Documents Required for Verification

At the time of reporting to the allotted college, candidates must carry the following documents:

NEET UG Scorecard and Admit Card.
Class 10th and 12th Mark Sheets and Passing Certificates.
Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, Passport, etc.).
Caste/Category Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates).
PwD Certificate (if applicable).
Allotment Letter (downloaded from the MCC website).
Passport-sized photographs.

6. Counselling for Special Categories

Institutional Quota Seats:
- For candidates applying under Central Universities like AMU, BHU, DU, and Jamia Millia Islamia, specific domicile or internal quota eligibility is required.
- Registration and document submission are done through the MCC portal.
ESIC Insured Persons' Wards:
- Candidates eligible for Employee State Insurance Corporation seats must meet the specific criteria and register for these seats.
AFMC, Pune:
- Separate eligibility criteria and procedures are applicable for Armed Forces Medical College.

7. Reservation Policies

15% All India Quota (AIQ):
Open to all candidates, including those from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
PH Category:
Reservation for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) has been increased from 3% to 5%, including 21 benchmark disabilities as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

Key Points to Remember

Candidates must regularly check the MCC website for updates on the counselling schedule and important dates.
Locking choices within the specified timeframe is crucial.
Ensure all documents are complete and accurate for hassle-free verification.
A refundable security deposit is forfeited if a seat is allotted but not joined.

Reservation Details:

15% All India Quota (AIQ) Seats:
- Open to candidates from all states, including Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
Persons with Disabilities (PwD) Category:
- Reservations under the PwD category have increased from 3% to 5%.
- Includes 21 benchmark disabilities as defined under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
Institutional Quotas/Domicile Quotas in Central Universities:
- Certain Central Universities like Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Banaras Hindu University (BHU), University of Delhi (DU), and Faculty of Dentistry, Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi, offer seats under institutional or domicile quotas for internal candidates.
ESIC Quota:
- Reserved seats for wards of insured persons under the Employee State Insurance Corporation (ESIC).
Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune:
- Special reservations or eligibility applies for candidates under this institution.

The exact percentage of reservations for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, and EWS categories is not mentioned explicitly in the provided paragraph. However, it typically follows central government norms (e.g., SC: 15%, ST: 7.5%, OBC-NCL: 27%, and EWS: 10%) for AIQ seats. Candidates are encouraged to check official MCC notifications for precise quotas.

Seat Matrix

Seat Matrix for NEET UG 2024-25 (Conducted by MCC)

1. 15% All India Quota (AIQ) Seats

Seats: 15% of total MBBS/BDS seats in government medical colleges.
Eligibility: Open to all Indian candidates, excluding states like Jammu & Kashmir (J&K), which is subject to seat contribution.
Institutes Involved: All government medical colleges (excluding those that do not participate in AIQ).

2. 100% MBBS/BDS Seats of BHU (Banaras Hindu University)

Seats: 100% of the MBBS/BDS seats at BHU.
Eligibility: Open to all NEET UG candidates.

3. 100% MBBS Seats at AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences)

Seats: 100% of the MBBS seats at AIIMS institutions across India.
Eligibility: Open to all NEET UG candidates.

4. 100% JIPMER Seats (Puducherry/Karaikal)

Seats: 100% of the MBBS seats at JIPMER.
Eligibility: Open to all NEET UG candidates.

5. 100% AMU (Aligarh Muslim University) Seats

Seats: 100% of the MBBS seats at AMU.
Eligibility: Open to all NEET UG candidates.

6. 85% State Quota Seats (DU/I.P University)

Seats: 85% of the MBBS/BDS seats are in institutions like VMMC, ABVIMS, and ESIC Dental.
Eligibility: Reserved for candidates from the respective states, including Delhi University and I.P University.

7. 100% Faculty of Dentistry, Jamia Millia Islamia Seats

Seats: 100% of the BDS seats at Jamia Millia Islamia.
Eligibility: Open to all candidates. Additionally, 5% internal quota for Jamia students.

*Also Read- Get the complete details on delhi NEET counselling process 2025

8. 15% I.P. Quota Seats of ESIC

Seats: 15% of the MBBS/BDS seats at ESIC.
Eligibility: Reserved for the wards of ESIC-insured individuals.

Documents Required for MCC NEET UG Counselling

Candidates must have the below-given documents ready for verification during the counselling process :

Mandatory Documents:

Allotment Letter issued by MCC
NEET UG Admit Card
Rank Letter from NTA
Class 10 & 12 Certificates and Marksheet
Date of Birth Certificate (if not on 10th certificate)
8 Passport-size Photographs (same as on the application)
Valid ID Proof (Aadhar/PAN/Driving Licence/Passport)

Additional Documents:

For NRI Candidates:
- Passport & Embassy Certificate of Sponsor
- Sponsorship & Relationship Affidavit
For OCI/PIO/Foreign Nationals: Citizenship Certificate/Card
Category-Specific Certificates (if applicable):
- SC/ST/OBC-NCL Certificate (as per Central List)
- Disability Certificate (issued by an authorized medical board)
- EWS Certificate (as per prescribed format)

*Also Read- Get the details on required document in NEET 2025

Counselling Rounds for NEET UG 2024-25

The process of counselling involves many rounds. These are:

Round 1:
- In this round of seat allotment, candidates are offered seats based on their preferences and merit.
Round 2:
- This is the second round of seat allotment. In this round candidates, not allotted seats in the first round or those who want to upgrade their seats can participate.
Mop-Up Round:
- This round is to fill the remaining seats after Round 2 is completed.
Stray Vacancy Round (if applicable):
- After the mop-up round, if there are still any remaining vacant seats, this round will be conducted.

Candidates must stay updated with the counselling schedule and participate in all applicable rounds to increase their chances of securing a seat.

FAQ's

What is the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and its role in NEET counselling?

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) is a government organization responsible for managing the centralized seat allotment system for medical and dental courses in India. It oversees admissions for undergraduate (MBBS/BDS), postgraduate (MD/MS), and super-specialty (DM/MCh) courses. MCC handles seat allocation for 15% of all India Quota (AIQ) in government colleges, 50% of all PG courses, and all seats in deemed universities. Admissions are based on NEET scores, reservation criteria, and candidates' preferences submitted during counselling.

How do I register for MCC counselling?

To register for MCC counselling, visit the official MCC website (www.mcc.nic.in). Complete the online registration form by providing details such as your NEET UG roll number, application number, and personal information. Pay the required non-refundable registration fee and refundable security deposit to complete the process.

What is choice filling in the MCC counselling process?

Choice filling is a critical step where candidates select their preferred colleges and courses. Once registered, aspirants can modify and save their choices during the choice-filling window. Choices must be locked before the deadline; otherwise, the system will auto-lock the last saved choices. Properly researching colleges and courses ensures informed decision-making.

What documents are required for MCC counselling and verification?

Candidates must carry the following documents:
NEET UG scorecard, admit card, Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, identity proof (Aadhaar card, Passport, etc.), caste/category certificate (if applicable), PwD certificate (if applicable), allotment letter, and passport-sized photographs. Additional documents like a domicile certificate or ESIC certificate may be needed for specific quotas.

What is the refundable fee, and when is it refunded?

The refundable tuition fee is a security deposit paid during MCC registration. It is refunded if the candidate does not accept the allotted seat or is not allocated any seat during the counselling rounds. However, if a seat is allotted but not joined, the fee is forfeited.

What are the different rounds of MCC counselling?

MCC counselling generally consists of 4 rounds:

Round 1: Initial allotment based on merit and preferences.
Round 2: For candidates not allotted seats in Round 1 or seeking an upgrade.
Mop-Up Round: This is for filling vacant seats after Round 2, primarily for deemed and central universities.
Stray Vacancy Round: Conducted at the institutional level for remaining seats after the mop-up round.

What is the difference between AIQ and state quota seats?

AIQ seats, managed by MCC, account for 15% of MBBS/BDS seats in government medical colleges across India (excluding Jammu and Kashmir). State quota seats, on the other hand, are managed by respective state authorities and cover 85% of seats in government colleges for candidates with domicile in that state.

How does the reservation policy work in MCC counselling?

MCC ensures reservation for various categories: SC (15%), ST (7.5%), OBC-NCL (27%), EWS (10%), and PwD (5%). These percentages apply to AIQ seats in government colleges. Additionally, specific institutions like AMU and Jamia Millia Islamia have internal quotas for their candidates.

What should I do if I do not get a seat in the first round of MCC counselling?

If you do not get a seat in Round 1, you can participate in Round 2 by logging into the MCC portal and modifying your preferences. Additionally, you can try the mop-up or stray vacancy rounds for available seats. Staying updated with the MCC website and carefully revising your preferences can improve your chances in subsequent rounds.

MCC NEET UG (2024). Counselling Application Fee?

15% AIQ/Central Universities
- UR: ₹1,000
- SC/ST/OBC/PwD: ₹500
Deemed Universities
- All Categories: ₹5,000

Has NEET counselling 2025 started?

No, NEET counselling 2025 has not yet started. It will start after the declaration of results in June 2025.

Can MCC counselling registration be reset?

The MCC counselling registration for NEET UG 2023 can be changed using the 'Reset Registration' tool provided by the Medical Counselling Committee. This tool helps candidates fix mistakes made during registration or update their seat preferences.

When will the MCC counselling 2025 schedule be released?

The MCC NEET 2025 counselling is expected to begin in July 2025, as the NEET exam will likely be in May 2025, and results should be out by June 2025.

Where can I find the NEET UG 2025 counselling schedule?

The official NEET UG 2025 counselling schedule will be available on the MCC website: www.mcc.nic.in once announced.

Where can I register for NEET UG 2025 counselling through MCC?

Registration for counselling will be on www.mcc.nic.in after the NEET 2025 results, expected by the end of June 2025.

Has the NEET UG 2025 counselling schedule been announced?

No, not yet. It will be released after NEET UG 2025 results, likely by the end of June 2025. Check the MCC website regularly for updates.

How many rounds of counselling are conducted for NEET UG?

There are three main rounds in NEET UG counselling:

Round 1 – Initial seat allotment for All India Quota (AIQ) and state quota.
Round 2 – Additional seat allotments if seats remain after Round 1.
Mop-Up Round – Last chance for remaining seats, including private colleges.

If there are still unfilled seats, a Stray Vacancy Round is conducted.

What is the official website for MCC counselling updates?

The official website of MCC is www.mcc.nic.in. All official updates, announcements, and schedules for MCC counselling will be available on this website.

How do I fill out my preferences during MCC counselling?

Log in to www.mcc.nic.in and enter your details.

Choose and rank your preferred colleges and courses in order of priority.
Lock your choices before the deadline, as changes cannot be made later.

Is there any registration fee for MCC counselling?

Candidates must pay a registration fee based on their category:

General Category: ₹1,000 for AIQ seats & Central Universities.

SC/ST/OBC/PwD: ₹500 for AIQ seats & Central Universities.

How can I check the seat allotment result for NEET 2025?

Visit www.mcc.nic.in and log in using your NEET roll number and password.

Click on the "Seat Allotment" section to view your result.
If you are allotted a seat, download your allotment letter from the portal.
You will also receive an SMS or email notification about your seat allotment.

What are the documents required for NEET UG counselling registration?

Documents required for NEET UG Counselling registration are as follows:

NEET Admit Card & Scorecard
Class 10 & 12 Mark Sheets & Certificates
Birth Certificate
Valid ID Proof (Aadhaar, PAN, or Voter ID)
Category Certificate (if applicable)
PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
Passport-Sized Photos
Income Certificate (if applicable)
Character & Resident Certificate (if applicable)

Will MCC counselling 2025 be conducted for both UG and PG courses?

MCC conducts counselling for both UG (MBBS, BDS) and PG (MD, MS) courses.

Can I participate in both NEET UG and PG counselling through MCC?

No, you can only participate in one counselling process at a time. UG applicants follow the UG counselling process, while PG applicants wait for PG counselling after their exam.

When will reporting for NEET 2025 counselling take place?

Once a seat is allotted, candidates must report to the college for document verification and admission. The exact reporting dates will be announced after seat allotment results. Keep checking www.mcc.nic.in for details

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