UP NEET PG Counselling 2025 – Official Guide to Registration, Fees, & State Quota Admission

Latest Update

The Hon’ble Allahabad High Court (Lucknow Bench) has issued an order on 25 September 2025 regarding fee revision for several private medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh.

Students admitted to affected colleges are advised to stay updated through official notices from the Directorate of Medical Education (DME), UP.

The UP NEET PG Counselling 2025 process is set to begin soon.

Overview 

The UP NEET PG Counselling is a state-level centralized admission process conducted by the Directorate of Medical Education and Training (DGME) UP

It assigns seats under the 50% State Quota in Government Medical and Dental Colleges, as well as 100% of the seats in Private Medical and Dental Colleges/Institutes/Universities within the state. The process takes place entirely online via the official UPNEET website. 

The journey to becoming a postgraduate doctor is challenging, but it's also incredibly rewarding. Start early, don't wait until the last day of registration to gather your documents or understand the process. The candidates who succeed are those who plan ahead, keep their paperwork organized, and stay updated with official notifications. Set reminders for important dates, bookmark official websites, and check them regularly for any updates or changes to the schedule.

Here is a comprehensive guide of all that you need to know for 2025:

Key Highlights Table

Understanding NEET PG 2025

The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate (NEET PG) is the entry exam for MD, MS, and PG Diploma courses in India. Here’s everything you need to understand in a simplified format:

• Conducting Body: National Board of Examinations (NBE).
• Purpose: Mandatory exam for admission to postgraduate medical programs in government and private medical colleges.
• Exam Date: August 3, 2025.
• Result Date: August 19, 2025.
• Exam Format:
  • Mode: Computer-based test (CBT)
  • Number of Questions: 200 multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
  • Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
• Subjects Covered:
  • Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry
  • Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology
  • Forensic Medicine, Community Medicine
  • General Medicine, Surgery
  • Gynecology, Pediatrics, and more
• Scoring & Rank:
  • NEET PG Rank: Determines your eligibility for counselling and admission.
  • All India Rank (AIR): Used for centralized counselling across India.
  • State Merit Rank: Calculated separately for state quota seats.
• Importance of Rank:
  • Higher rank = more options for college selection and specialization choices.
  • Rank impacts seat allocation during counselling rounds.

Eligibility Criteria 

NEET PG UP Counselling eligibility criteria is as follows:

1. NEET Qualification: Candidates must have qualified for the NEET-PG-2025/ NEET-MDS-2025 entrance examination. Here is a list of the cutoff scores and minimum eligibility criteria:

2. Internship Deadline: One year of Compulsory Rotatory Internship must have been completed on or before 31st July 2025 for MD/MS/Diploma/DNB courses or 31st March for MDS courses. 

3. UP State Quota Eligibility: 

○ Candidates who passed their MBBS/BDS from a Govt/Private Medical & Dental College of U.P. are eligible for both Government State Quota seats and Private College seats. 

○ Candidates who passed their MBBS/BDS from outside of Uttar Pradesh (including AMU, BHU, AIIMS Raebareli, AIIMS Gorakhpur) are eligible only for Private Medical & Dental Colleges/Institutes/Universities. 

Note for Ineligibility: A candidate who has already taken and not completed a PG course based on an earlier NEET entrance examination is not eligible for the NEET PG-2025 counselling. 

Registration Process 

The UP NEET PG registration is completely online and includes the following steps: 

1. Website Access: Online registration is allowed only through the official Uttar Pradesh NEET website. 

2. Login Credentials: Candidates must use their NEET-PG Roll No. and the same email ID which they used to register on the NBE website for NEET PG-2025/NEET MDS-2025. 

3. Data Auto-Population: Candidate's data (Name, Father's Name, Mother's Name, Date of Birth, etc.) from the NBE portal will automatically populate and will not be allowed to change. 

4. Form Filling: Candidates must fill in details such as domicile, category, sub-category, and In-service (PMHS) employment status, and the MBBS passed form, then enter their address. 

5. Password Creation: Candidates will create a Password for choice filling and locking during the registration process. 

6. Fee Payment: Payment for the Non-Refundable Registration Fee (₹3,000/-) is required. 

7. Final Steps: After successful submission, candidates must download their Registration form and Registration fee slip for reference later.

Counselling Fees 

The fee structure consists of two parts: a non-refundable Registration Fee and a refundable Security Deposit. 

A. Non-Refundable Registration Fee 

● The fee is ₹3,000/-. 

This payment covers the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd rounds of counselling.

● A separate registration fee of ₹3,000/- is required

This is for the Stray Vacancy round. 

B. Refundable Security Deposit 

This deposit must be paid to be eligible for choice filling, and the amount determines the colleges a candidate can opt for: 

Counselling Schedule 

The exact dates for Round 1, Round 2, Mop-up, and Stray Vacancy counselling for UP NEET PG are not yet announced. Candidates should regularly visit the official UP NEET website https://upneet.gov.in to stay updated and avoid missing any important deadlines.

✅ Tip: Bookmark the official site and enable notifications for updates to ensure you don’t miss any announcements.

Counselling Procedure 

The process is done in order, beginning with registration and ending with admission. 

1. Registration: Candidates shall register online on the official website using the NEET Roll No. and Email ID. 

2. Fees Deposit: Candidates shall pay the Non-Refundable Registration Fee (₹3,000/-). 

3. Security Money Deposit: Candidates shall also pay the Refundable Security Deposit (e.g. ₹30,000/₹2,00,000/-). 

4. Merit List Declaration: UP State Merit List is prepared and declared (with an announced weightage for various In-Service PMHS candidates). 

5. Choice Filling & Locking: Candidates may fill as many choices as they wish; however, Candidates shall lock their choices if they wish to receive an allotment. Locked choices cannot be modified. 

6. Result Declaration & Allotment Letter: Seats are allotted in a merit-cum-choice manner. Candidates who have been allotted a seat will be required to download an allotment letter. .

7. Admission: Candidates shall report to the allotted college/Nodal Centre to complete the admission process (including fee deposition and document verification). 

Round 1 and Exit Policy

● In the first round of counselling, if candidates are unable to take the allotted seat they will be eligible for a 'free exit'.

Service Bond and Debarment 

● Compulsory Service Bond: Candidates who are admitted to Government Medical/Dental Colleges are required to sign a service bond for the compulsory period of two years. If they do not serve the period, they will need to pay a penalty of ₹40 Lakh for Degree Courses (MD/MS/MDS/DNB) and ₹20 Lakh for Diploma Courses. 

● Stray Vacancy Bar: If a candidate is allotted a seat in the Stray Vacancy Round and does not report/join, the candidate will be barred from UPNEET PG/MDS Counselling-2026, aside from the loss of the security deposit.

Reservation Policy 

Reservation is provided as per the directions of the Government of Uttar Pradesh. 

Vertical Reservation 

Horizontal Reservation 

● Persons with Disability (PwD): 5% in Government State Quota Seats.

Key Reservation Notes 

● Certificate Validity: The certificates would be valid for EWS and OBC categories only if they are issued on or after April 01, 2025. 

● Other State Candidates: Candidates from other states (reserved category) will be treated as unreserved category candidates for UP NEET PG/MDS counselling-2025.

● Conversion: During the 3rd round of counselling, any remaining seats can be converted from reserved to unreserved categories.

Documents Required

Here you’ll find the complete list of certificates and papers needed for UP NEET PG counselling. It covers academic, identity, domicile, category and other documents that must be uploaded and shown during verification:  

1. Copy of Allotment letter 

2. Admit Card of NEET PG-2025/NEET MDS-2025 

3. Score card/Rank letter of NEET PG-2025/ NEET MDS-2025 

4. High School Marksheet/Certificate (as proof of date of birth) 

5. Mark sheets of all professional examinations of MBBS/BDS

6. MBBS/BDS passing out certificate or degree 

7. Compulsory Rotatory Internship completion certificate 

8. Permanent / Provisional Registration Certificate (State Medical Council/MCI/DCI) 9. Reservation certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD certificate), if applicable 

Some Pro-Tips:

• Gather the domicile certificate in advance since it can take 2-4 weeks to acquire it.
• Make sure the internship certificate has the proper seal/signature
• Make sure the EWS certificate is for the current financial year
• Make sure all documents have a signature wherever necessary 
• Keep multiple digital and multiple copies of all paperwork
• Get your paperwork attested by college authorities before counselling begins for UP NEET PG 2025

Also read: https://neetsupport.com/blogs/required-document-for-neet

Note: The Refund process of security money for eligible candidates will commence only after the completion of all rounds of counselling. 

Fee Revision Order

The High Court has ordered an issue for a fee revision for several private medical colleges in the state. Here are some things to keep in mind:

• Previous state orders on UG & PG fee structures for listed private medical colleges have been set aside.
• The state committee will take a fresh decision on the revised fee structure for UG and PG courses within six weeks.
• Colleges must inform students about the pending fee revision as directed by the court.

For students affected by this fee revision, it is advised they stay up to date by frequently checking the official DME website.

Need Guidance? 

Securing a seat in a postgraduate medical program is a significant milestone in your career. The counselling process might seem complex with its multiple rounds, documentation requirements, and strategic choice filling, but with the right preparation and guidance, you can navigate it successfully.

Remember that your NEET PG rank is just one part of the equation. How you use that rank during counselling, which colleges you choose, how you prioritize your preferences, and how well you understand the seat matrix and reservation policies are what determine your final outcome. Many candidates with lower ranks secure better seats simply because they made smarter choices during counselling.

Every step you take now - from understanding eligibility criteria to completing documentation to making strategic choices - brings you closer to your goal of specialized medical practice.

Your postgraduate seat is within reach. Stay informed, stay prepared, and take action at the right time. If you want expert guidance for the UP NEET PG counselling, we're here to help. Our team provides personalized support so you can make the right decisions about which colleges to choose and how to plan your seat allocation strategy. We'll also help you with all the documentation, so you don't have to worry about missing anything important.

Contact us today and we'll make sure you're ready for every step of the counselling process. Your dream PG seat is closer than you think. Let us help you get there.

The medical community needs skilled specialists, and your journey toward becoming one starts with successfully navigating this counselling process. Best of luck with your admissions!

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