NEET UG 2025: Round 1 Final Cut-offs Out, 26,608 Candidates Allotted Seats; AIIMS Delhi Remains Top Choice
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the final cut-off ranks for NEET UG 2025 Round 1, with a total of 26,608 candidates securing seats. This article provides a detailed breakdown of the seat distribution, confirms AIIMS Delhi's status as the top preference for high-rank holders, and explains the next steps for aspirants, including reporting to the colleges.

The final results for NEET UG 2025 Round 1 counselling are officially out, with the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) publishing the final cut-off ranks for various categories. This crucial announcement confirms the seat allotment for a total of 26,608 medical aspirants, bringing them one step closer to their dream of a medical career. The final list includes detailed statistics on seat distribution across MBBS, BDS, and BSc Nursing courses, as well as insights into the preferences of top-rank holders. This year's counselling process has been particularly competitive, and these numbers provide a clear picture of the landscape of medical education in India. For regular updates on all medical entrance exams, follow Only Education News.
The final seat allotment list is a critical document for all aspiring students. It is the culmination of the choice filling and locking process and provides the definitive outcome for the first round of NEET UG counselling. The data released by the MCC sheds light on the distribution of seats, a key factor that influences the strategy for subsequent rounds of counselling.
Detailed Breakdown of Seat Allotment
The MCC has provided a comprehensive breakdown of the seats allotted in Round 1:
- MBBS Seats: A total of 22,149 candidates have successfully secured a seat in the highly coveted Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program. This represents the largest share of the allotted seats, reflecting the high demand for this course.
- BDS Seats: The Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) program saw 3,995 students being allotted a seat in various medical colleges.
- BSc Nursing Seats: A total of 464 candidates have been allotted seats in the BSc Nursing program, a stream that is gaining significant importance in the healthcare sector.
- NRI Quota: A total of 557 seats were allotted to Non-Resident Indian (NRI) candidates under Priority 1 and 2, highlighting the continued international interest in India's medical education system.
Top Preferences and AIIMS Delhi's Unmatched Prestige
The statistics from Round 1 counselling reveal a clear trend: AIIMS Delhi continues to be the top choice for the country's brightest minds. This year, the first 48 rank holders of the NEET UG 2025 exam have opted for AIIMS Delhi, further cementing its position as the premier medical college in India. This trend is a testament to the institution's academic excellence, research opportunities, and global reputation. While other new AIIMS institutions are also popular choices, the New Delhi campus remains the ultimate goal for most high-ranking medical aspirants.
The release of these detailed cut-off ranks and statistics is an invaluable resource for students who did not get a seat in Round 1 and are now preparing for Round 2. They can analyze the data to better strategize their choices for the upcoming counselling rounds, thereby improving their chances of securing a seat.
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