CENTAC Invites NEET-PG Candidates to Apply for 370 PG Medical Seats — Deadline Extended to 19 November

The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), Puducherry, has extended the application deadline for the Round 1 NEET PG 2025 counselling to November 19, 2025. This crucial extension provides NEET-PG qualified candidates one last chance to apply for a total of 370 postgraduate medical seats across government and private colleges in the Union Territory. The seats are allocated under Government Quota, Management Quota, and the specific Telugu Minority Quota. Aspirants must complete the online application, upload all domicile and minority certificates, and submit their course preferences immediately on the official CENTAC website to ensure their inclusion in the final merit list and subsequent seat allotment process.

The Union Territory of Puducherry, known for its high-quality medical institutions, is a highly sought-after destination for postgraduate medical aspirants. In a time-sensitive announcement, the Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), the authority responsible for conducting the NEET PG counselling for the region, has extended the application deadline for the first round of admissions. Candidates now have until November 19, 2025, to apply for the available 370 postgraduate (MD/MS/Diploma) seats. This extension is a significant relief for candidates who may have faced difficulties with documentation or preference submission. The seats are divided across Government Quota (GQ), Management Quota (MQ), and the specific Telugu Linguistic Minority Quota (MQT), making it essential for all eligible NEET-PG 2025 qualifiers to complete their online application process immediately through the official CENTAC website, www.centacpuducherry.in.

​ The Final Application Window and Key Dates 

​The extension is strictly limited, underscoring the urgency for candidates to act. The revised schedule provides a clear endpoint for the application and preference submission phase before CENTAC moves to process the merit list.

• ​Extended Application Deadline: The final date to submit the online application and pay the required fee is now November 19, 2025. Candidates should aim to complete this process well before the closing hours to avoid server congestion.
• ​Total Seat Snapshot: A total of 370 postgraduate seats are available for allotment in Round 1. These seats are distributed across various colleges, including the government-run Indira Gandhi Medical College & Research Institute (IGMC&RI) and private colleges like Sri Venkateshwaraa Medical College Hospital & research Centre (SVMC&RC) and Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS).
• ​Eligibility Check: To be considered eligible, candidates must have an MBBS Degree from an NMC-recognized college and must have completed their Compulsory Rotatory Residential Internship (CRRI) on or before July 31, 2025.

​ Quota Distribution and Strategic Seat Allocation 

​The 370 seats are divided across several quotas, each having distinct eligibility and fee structures. Aspirants must correctly identify and apply for all quotas they are eligible for to maximize their chances.

• ​Puducherry Domicile Quota (Government Quota): A significant portion of the seats falls under the Government Quota (GQ), primarily reserved for candidates with Puducherry Union Territory (UT) domicile. Candidates must satisfy stringent residence criteria, which generally require continuous residency for at least five years preceding the application date or having completed five successive classes in a recognized institution in Puducherry. 
  • ​Reservation Policy: The UT Quota applies the local reservation policy, which includes categories like OBC (11-16%), MBC (18-20%), SC (18%), and EWS (10%) based on the specific region (Puducherry, Karaikal, Yanam, Mahe).
• ​Management and Minority Quota (MQ & MQT): These seats are available in private medical colleges. 
  • ​Telugu Minority Quota (MQT): Seats in institutions like Sri Venkateshwara Medical College & Research Institute (SVMC&RI) are reserved for Telugu Linguistic Minority candidates who are residents of the UT of Puducherry. Candidates must produce a valid certificate (e.g., Transfer Certificate or School admission certificate) proving their mother tongue is Telugu.
  • ​Conversion Clause: Note that if these minority quota seats are not filled in the first two rounds of counselling, they are typically converted into General Management Quota seats and become open for all India candidates.
• ​Choice Filling Strategy: Candidates who have already applied but wish to refine their college and course preferences must log back in and utilize this extension. The order of preferences should be meticulous, starting with the most desired Government Quota seats (if eligible) followed by Management/Minority Quota seats.

​Mandatory Documentation and Application Pitfalls 

​A key reason for deadline extensions is often the non-compliance or incomplete submission of documents. Candidates must ensure their application is flawless by November 19, 2025.

• ​Key Certificates Required: Essential documents include the NEET PG 2025 Scorecard, MBBS Degree/Provisional Certificate, CRRI Completion Certificate, and the Transfer Certificate.
• ​Residency and Minority Proof: Candidates claiming seats under the UT Quota must upload a valid Residence Certificate or Nativity Certificate. Those claiming minority seats must upload the specific Linguistic/Religious Minority Certificate as required by the CENTAC prospectus.
• ​Avoiding Rejection: CENTAC is strict regarding eligibility. Failure to upload valid, properly attested (e.g., e-stamp paper attested by a Notary Public) and correctly formatted certificates, especially for domicile and reservation claims, will lead to the rejection of the candidature. Candidates are strongly advised to refer to the Information Brochure for exact format specifications.

​Conclusion

​The extension of the CENTAC NEET PG Round 1 application deadline to November 19, 2025, is a final, critical lifeline for aspirants seeking admission to 370 MD/MS seats in Puducherry. This UT offers a unique blend of Government, Management, and Minority Quota seats, each requiring careful attention to specific eligibility and documentation rules. By acting decisively within this extended window, especially by correctly claiming domicile and minority status, qualified candidates can secure their position on the merit list and successfully navigate the first round of the highly competitive postgraduate counselling process.

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