NEET UG MCC Counselling Guide 2025-26: Everything You Need to Know

NEET UG Counselling is conducted for the allotment of MBBS, BDS, and B.Sc. Nursing seats under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) in government medical and dental colleges across India. The MCC operates under the Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India to facilitate the online counselling process.

Fees, Stipends, and Conditions

1. Stipend and Fee Structure

• The stipend, fee structure, course duration, bond amount, and terms for mandatory service in rural/tribal areas vary significantly between different states and institutions.
• Some seats might be approved or permitted but not yet recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI) or the Dental Council of India (DCI).
• Information regarding these aspects is made available under the “College Information” section on the MCC website. It is crucial for candidates to review this information before choosing a seat.

2. Fees at the Time of Registration

• For Deemed Universities:
  • Non-Refundable Registration Fee: ₹5,000 for all candidates.
  • Refundable Security Amount: ₹2,00,000.
  • A candidate choosing Deemed University must pay a total of ₹2,05,000 at the time of registration.
• For 15% All India Quota, Central Universities, AFMC, ESIC, AIIMS, JIPMER, and B.Sc. Nursing:
  • Non-Refundable Registration Fee:
    • ₹1,000 for UR/EWS candidates.
    • ₹500 for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates.
  • Refundable Security Amount:
    • ₹10,000 for UR/EWS candidates.
    • ₹5,000 for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates.
  • For example, a UR candidate opting for Central Universities will pay ₹11,000 at registration, whereas an SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidate will pay ₹5,500.

3. Multiple Registrations

• If a candidate applies for both Government and Deemed University seats, they are only required to pay the higher of the two fees. This means they would pay the fees associated with the Deemed University option.

4. Exit with Forfeiture

• “Exit with forfeiture” refers to a situation where a candidate is allotted a seat in the 2nd round or later and decides not to join the allotted seat. In such cases, the candidate loses the security deposit.
• After joining a seat post-Round 3, a candidate is not permitted to resign or surrender the seat.

Required Documents at the Time of Joining/Reporting

When reporting to the allotted college, candidates must present the following original documents, along with attested photocopies:

1. Allotment Letter issued by MCC.
2. Admit Cards of the exam issued by NTA.
3. Result/Rank letter issued by NTA.
4. Date of Birth Certificate (if the Metric Certificate does not bear the same).
5. Class 10th Certificate.
6. Class 10+2 Certificate.
7. Class 10+2 Marks Sheet.
8. Eight (8) Passport size photographs same as affixed on the application form.
9. Proof of identity such as Aadhar, PAN, Driving Licence, or Passport.

For NRI Candidates:

• Passport copy of the sponsorer and embassy certificate.
• Sponsorship affidavit stating that the sponsorer is ready to bear the expenses for the duration of study.
• Relationship Affidavit showing the relation of the candidate with the sponsorer.

For OCI/PIO/Foreign National Candidates:

• Citizenship certificate/card number documents are mandatory.

If Applicable:

• SC/ST Certificate issued by the competent authority in the standard format.
• OBC-NCL Certificate as per the Central List issued by the competent authority. It should not be part of the Creamy Layer.
• Disability Certificate issued from a duly constituted and authorized Medical Board in an online format by designated centers as per NMC norms.
• EWS Certificate in the prescribed format.

Candidates are advised to check the college information of the allotted college for any other specific document which may be required.

Handling Document Discrepancies

In Case of Certificates in Regional Language: Certificates need to be in English or Hindi. If original certificates are in another language, candidates should bring certified (attested) copies translated into English or Hindi, along with the original certificates.

In Case of Name Spelling Discrepancies: If there is a discrepancy in the spelling of the name across documents, the candidate must carry an affidavit proving that all the documents pertain to the same person.

What if Original Documents are Unavailable?

Candidates are required to present original documents at the time of reporting. If a candidate has deposited their original documents with another institute/college/university and only has a certificate stating that the original certificates are deposited elsewhere, they will not be allowed to take admission in the allotted Medical/Dental College.

How to Navigate NEET UG MCC Registration and Choice Filling

Step 1: Registration on MCC Website

First, visit the official MCC website at www.mcc.nic.in. The site will guide you through creating an account if you’re a new user or logging in if you already have credentials. It’s crucial to review the counseling scheme carefully before you begin the registration process to understand the framework and requirements.

Step 2: Understanding the Choice Filling Process

Once registered, you will need to fill in your choices of colleges and courses. Here’s how to approach this:

• Review Available Seats: Start by examining the list of available seats in various colleges. This data can be found on the MCC’s website under the “Undergraduate” section for previous years. This will give you an idea of the seat matrix from past years.
• Prepare a Tentative List: Before you start filling out your choices online, prepare a tentative list of colleges based on your preferences and their previous year’s closing ranks. This helps in organizing your choices during the actual online selection.
• Read the User Manual: Before you start entering your choices, it’s advisable to read through the user manual provided by MCC. It contains detailed instructions and guidelines which will help in avoiding common mistakes.

Step 3: Filling and Locking Choices

• Enter Choices: Log into your profile on the MCC website and start entering your choices based on the tentative list you prepared. You can select as many colleges and courses as you wish, but ensure they are in order of your preference.
• Locking Choices: After filling in your preferences, the next step is to lock your choices. If you do not lock your choices, they will be automatically locked when the deadline arrives. Remember, once choices are locked, they cannot be changed.

Step 4: Making the Payment

After registering, you will be directed to the payment page where you can pay the registration fee and the security deposit via Net Banking, credit card, or debit card. The fees structure is as follows:

• For Deemed Universities: ₹5,000 (Non-refundable registration fee) + ₹2,00,000 (Refundable security deposit).
• For AIQ/Central Universities/AFMC/ESI/All AIIMS/JIPMER/B.Sc. Nursing: ₹1,000 for UR/EWS candidates and ₹500 for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates as a registration fee; ₹10,000 for UR/EWS and ₹5,000 for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates as a security deposit.

NEET UG MCC Counseling: Understanding the Process for Round 1

The Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) operates a streamlined process for NEET UG counseling that involves several key steps. Here’s a detailed guide to what candidates can expect during Round 1 of counseling, which includes All India Quota (AIQ), Central Institutes, Universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, Deemed Universities, AMU, BHU, and B.Sc. Nursing seats.

a) Main Counseling Registration

• Registration and Payments: The first step in the counseling process is registration. This includes the payment of a non-refundable registration fee and a refundable security deposit. The security deposit is only refunded into the account from which the payment was originally made, ensuring a secure and traceable refund process.

b) Exercising and Locking of Choices

• Choice Filling and Locking: After registration, candidates must exercise their choices of colleges and courses. This involves selecting the institutions and courses they are interested in, in order of preference. Once the choice filling period ends, candidates must lock their choices to finalize them. It is critical to be certain of your choices at this stage, as once locked, they cannot be modified.

c) Process of Seat Allotment for Round-1

• Seat Allotment: The MCC then processes the seat allotment based on the locked choices, the candidate’s rank, and available seats. This process is automated and adheres to the rules set forth by the MCC.

d) Publication of Round-1 Results

• Results Announcement: The results of Round 1 seat allotment are published on the MCC website. Candidates can log in to their accounts to view whether they have been allotted a seat based on their preferences and rank.

e) Physical Reporting at Allotted College

• Reporting and Document Verification: Candidates who are allotted a seat in Round 1 must physically report to the allotted college with all necessary original documents for verification. This step is crucial for securing the allotted seat.
• Option for Upgrading: During physical reporting, candidates have the option to express their willingness to upgrade their seat in Round 2. To opt for this, they must report to the allotted college and complete the necessary formalities, indicating their interest in potential seat upgrading.

Note on Non-allotted Candidates

• Participation in Round 2: Candidates who do not get a seat in Round 1 are not required to re-register for Round 2. They can directly participate in the second round, providing an opportunity to be considered for remaining or newly vacated seats without additional registration fees.

NEET UG MCC Counseling: A Guide to Round 2

Round 2 of NEET UG MCC counseling is crucial for candidates who did not secure a seat in the first round or are looking to upgrade their seats. This round allows for both returning and new candidates to make choices and potentially secure a placement in AIQ, Central Institutes, Universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, Deemed Universities, AMU, BHU, and B.Sc. Nursing programs. Here’s what you need to know:

a) Continued Participation without New Registration

• Candidates who registered for Round-1 and were not allotted a seat do not need to register again for Round-2.
• Those who registered but did not report for any reason in Round-1 are also exempt from re-registering.

b) New Registrations for Round-2

• New candidates or those who did not register in Round-1 must complete a fresh registration for Round-2. This involves full payment of the registration and security fees.

c) Choice Filling and Locking in Round-2

• All candidates must exercise “Fresh Choices” for Round-2 regardless of their previous choices in Round-1. It’s vital to lock these choices within the designated window to ensure they are considered in the seat allotment process.

d) Seat Allotment Process

• The seat allotment for Round-2 is based on the fresh choices locked by candidates, their NEET UG ranks, and the availability of seats after the first round of allotments.

e) Results Publication

• The results of Round-2 will be published on the MCC website. Candidates can check their results by logging into their accounts on the MCC portal.

f) Physical Reporting at Allotted Colleges

• Candidates allotted a seat in Round-2 must physically report to the respective colleges with all required original documents to verify and confirm their seats.
• During this reporting, candidates can express their willingness to be considered for an upgrade in Round 3 by completing the necessary documentation at the allotted college.

g) Managing Upgrades and Relieving

• If a candidate is upgraded from their Round-1 seat to a new seat in Round-2, they must obtain a relieving letter from the Round-1 allotted college before joining the new college allotted in Round-2.

h) Consequences of Not Joining the Allotted Seat

• Candidates who do not join the college allotted in Round-2 after accepting the seat will have their security deposit forfeited.

i) Claims on Previous Seats

• Candidates who get upgraded in Round-2 will lose any claim to the seats allotted to them in Round-1.

Important Note:

• Candidates who register afresh in Round-2 and are not allotted a seat can directly participate in Round-3 without needing to register again.

NEET UG MCC Counseling: Detailed Overview of Round 3

Round 3 of the NEET UG MCC counseling is designed for those candidates seeking one last opportunity to secure a seat in AIQ, Central Institutes, Universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, Deemed Universities, AMU, BHU, and B.Sc. Nursing programs. This round includes specific stipulations for both continuing and new candidates, as well as rules regarding seat allotment and upgrades. Here’s what participants need to know:

a) Continued Participation Without New Registration

• Eligibility: Candidates who registered in either Round 1 or Round 2 but were not allotted a seat do not need to register again for Round 3. They can directly participate using their existing registration.

b) Fresh Registration for New and Returning Candidates

• New Registrants: Candidates who have not registered in either of the first two rounds must complete a fresh registration, including full payment of the registration fee and security deposit.
• Returning Non-Participants: Those who resigned or did not report for seat allotment in either of the first two rounds need to re-register and pay the full fees, indicating their renewed interest in participating.

c) Fresh Choice Filling and Locking

• Choice Submission: All candidates must submit new choices, regardless of their previous selections. It’s important to lock these choices within the specified time frame to ensure they are processed during seat allotment.

d) Seat Allotment Process

• Allocation Mechanics: The seat allotment for Round 3 is based on the newly submitted and locked choices, NEET UG ranks, and seat availability. This round aims to fill any remaining vacancies after the first two rounds.

e) Publication of Results

• Results Announcement: The outcomes of Round 3 will be published on the MCC website, where candidates can check their allotment status by logging into their accounts.

f) Physical Reporting at Allotted Colleges

• Verification and Confirmation: Candidates allotted a seat in Round 3 must physically report to the respective college with all necessary original documents for verification and to finalize their admission.

g) Handling Upgrades

• Relieving from Previous Rounds: If a candidate is upgraded from a Round 2 seat to a Round 3 seat, they must obtain a relieving letter from the college of the Round 2 seat before they can join the college allotted in Round 3.
• Finality of Joining: Once a candidate joins the college allotted in Round 3, they cannot upgrade further or resign from the seat.

h) Consequences of Not Joining

• Forfeiture of Security Deposit: Candidates who do not report to the college after being allotted a seat in Round 3 will lose their security deposit and will be excluded from further rounds of counseling.

Important Notes:

1. Participation in Stray Round: Candidates who register afresh in Round 3 but are not allotted a seat are still eligible to participate in the stray vacancy round, offering a final chance at admission.
2. No Claims on Previous Seats: Similar to previous rounds, candidates getting an upgrade in Round 3 will have no claim on their Round 2 seat.

NEET UG MCC Counseling: Final Stray Vacancy Round Overview

The Final Stray Vacancy Round represents the last opportunity for candidates to secure a seat in medical and dental colleges through NEET UG counseling. This round is specifically designed to fill any remaining vacancies after the initial three rounds of counseling have been completed. Here’s a detailed guide on how this round operates:

Fresh Registrations

• Mandatory New Registration: All candidates interested in participating in the Final Stray Vacancy Round must register anew, even if they have participated in previous rounds. This ensures that only those still seeking a seat and are currently unallotted can participate.

Eligibility Check

• Data Sharing and Eligibility: After Round 3, the MCC will share data with central and state authorities to ensure that candidates who have already been allotted seats in either central or state counseling are not eligible to participate in the All India Stray Vacancy Round. This step is crucial to prevent double allotments and ensure fair opportunity distribution.

Conduct of the Stray Vacancy Round

• Online Allotment by MCC: The All India Quota (AIQ) Stray Vacancy Round, along with the Deemed University seats, will be conducted exclusively online by the Medical Counseling Committee of the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW). This includes the handling of seats that remain vacant after Round 3.
• Supreme Court Direction: For Deemed Universities, the stray vacancy round procedures are conducted in accordance with a specific Supreme Court order, ensuring transparency and adherence to legal guidelines.

Allotment and Joining

• Mandatory Joining: If a candidate is allotted a seat during the Stray Vacancy Round, they must join the allotted college/seat. Failure to join the allotted seat will result in severe penalties.
• Penalties for Non-joining: Candidates who do not join the college allotted in the Stray Vacancy Round will not only forfeit their security deposit but will also be debarred from participating in the NEET examination for the next session year. This stringent measure ensures that only serious candidates participate in this final round.

Participation Guidelines

• Online Registration on MCC Website: To participate in the Final Stray Vacancy Round, candidates must register online at the official MCC website (www.mcc.nic.in). It’s crucial to follow the specific instructions and timelines provided for registration to be considered for seat allotment.
• No Manual or Nominated Allotments: The MCC emphasizes that no seats are allotted on a nomination basis or manually. All allotments are made strictly based on the NEET UG rank, choices filled during online registration, and available vacancies, ensuring a merit-based, transparent process.

All India Quota (AIQ)

The All India Quota (AIQ) offers 15% of the seats in government medical and dental colleges across India (excluding J&K), which are filled through a centralized counselling process managed by the MCC. The key points for AIQ include:

• Eligibility: Candidates must have qualified NEET UG with required minimum marks and must be in the top ranks as per the NEET merit list.
• Reservation: Reservation under AIQ follows central government norms: 15% for SC, 7.5% for ST, 27% for OBC (non-creamy layer), 10% for EWS, and 5% for PwD candidates.
• Domicile Requirements: AIQ seats are domicile free, allowing candidates from any state to compete for seats across India.