BFUHS Announces NEET PG Round 1 Counselling Schedule; Adds MD (Community Medicine) Seats

Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS) has officially released the revised schedule for the NEET PG 2025 Round 1 Counselling in Punjab. In a major boost for aspirants, the university also confirmed the addition of new MD (Community Medicine) seats in various colleges. Candidates must note the updated dates: seat allotment results on November 24, 2025, and reporting from November 28 to December 3, 2025. This comprehensive guide covers the revised schedule, eligibility, and strategic choice filling to maximise your chances for a postgraduate seat in Punjab.

The Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, the designated counselling authority for NEET PG admissions in Punjab, has issued a crucial notification announcing the revised schedule for Round 1 of the NEET PG 2025 counselling for MD, MS, PG Diploma, and DNB courses. This revision is necessary to align the state counselling timeline with the latest directives and revised schedule released by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) for the All India Quota (AIQ) seats.

​Furthermore, in a significant development that increases the opportunities for aspirants, BFUHS has officially confirmed the addition of new seats in the MD (Community Medicine) speciality across affiliated medical colleges. This expansion of the seat matrix is excellent news for candidates targeting this vital and growing field of medicine. Aspirants participating in the state quota counselling must meticulously adhere to the updated schedule and leverage the newly available seats during their choice filling.

​I. Revised Schedule for NEET PG 2025 Round 1 Counselling

​Aspirants must strictly follow the updated timeline released by BFUHS to avoid missing any key deadlines for the Punjab state quota seats. The original schedule has been modified, particularly impacting the seat allotment and reporting dates.

• ​Choice Filling and Submission of Preferences: The window for submitting preferences for colleges and specialities was open until November 18, 2025 (5:00 PM). All candidates must have locked their choices by this deadline.
• ​Processing of Seat Allotment: The technical processing for seat allocation is currently underway, scheduled from November 19 to November 21, 2025.
• ​Display of Provisional Allotment Result: The much-anticipated provisional result of the first round of seat allotment will be displayed on November 24, 2025. 
  • ​Note on Objections: Candidates will have a short window, likely November 25, 2025, to submit any objections against the provisional allotment list.
• ​Display of Revised Allotment (After Objections): The final, revised seat allotment list will be published on November 27, 2025.
• ​Reporting and Fee Payment: Selected candidates must physically report to their allotted college to complete admission formalities and deposit the prescribed tuition fee between November 28, 2025, and December 3, 2025. Failure to report within this window will lead to the forfeiture of the allotted seat and the security fee.

​II. Strategic Advantages of New MD (Community Medicine) Seats

​The official notification from BFUHS confirming the inclusion of new MD (Community Medicine) seats is a game-changer for candidates. This specialization is increasingly relevant, focusing on public health, disease prevention, and health administration.

• ​Increased Opportunity and Cut-off Shift: The addition of new seats directly increases the total number of available postgraduate seats in the state. For candidates interested in non-clinical or para-clinical specialities, this expansion may lead to a slight easing of the cut-off ranks for MD (Community Medicine) compared to previous years.
• ​Seat Matrix Review is Crucial: Aspirants who have already locked their choices are advised to check the official BFUHS NEET PG 2025 Seat Matrix (Revised) to ascertain which colleges have received these additional seats. Although the choice filling window is closed, this information is vital for planning participation in subsequent rounds (Round 2 onwards).
• ​The Future of Community Medicine: MD in Community Medicine offers robust career paths in: 
  • ​Government Health Services: District Medical Officer, Public Health Specialist in state/central projects.
  • ​Academics: Teaching faculty in Medical Colleges.
  • ​International Health: Roles in WHO, UNICEF, and other global health organisations.
  • ​Hospital Administration: Management positions focused on public health policy and quality assurance.

​III. Eligibility and Mandatory Document Checklists

​To ensure a smooth admission process post-allotment, all candidates must re-verify their compliance with the eligibility criteria and prepare the necessary documentation for the reporting phase.

• ​Punjab Domicile: Candidates claiming the 50% State Quota seats must possess a valid Punjab Domicile Certificate issued by the competent authority.
• ​NEET PG 2025 Qualification: A minimum qualifying score in the NEET PG 2025 examination is mandatory. The required percentile (50th for General/EWS, 40th for SC/ST/OBC) must be met.
• ​Internship Completion: The mandatory one-year rotational internship must be completed by the date specified in the initial BFUHS prospectus (typically July 31, 2025). Candidates must possess the Internship Completion Certificate.
• ​Reporting Documents Checklist: Candidates must carry the following original documents along with self-attested copies when reporting to the allotted institute: 
  • ​Provisional Allotment Letter downloaded from the BFUHS portal.
  • ​NEET PG 2025 Admit Card and Scorecard.
  • ​MBBS Degree/Provisional Certificate and all Marksheets.
  • ​Internship Completion Certificate.
  • ​Permanent/Provisional Registration Certificate from Punjab Medical Council/NMC.
  • ​Punjab Residence (Domicile) Certificate.
  • ​Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable).

​Conclusion

​The notification from BFUHS regarding the revised NEET PG Round 1 counselling schedule and the inclusion of new MD (Community Medicine) seats brings both clarity and expanded opportunities for medical aspirants in Punjab. With the seat allotment result expected on November 24, 2025, candidates should utilise the current period to prepare their finances and all required original documents for the mandatory physical reporting between November 28 and December 3, 2025. Diligence in this final stage is paramount to securing your postgraduate medical seat.

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