UP NEET PG & MDS Admissions 2025: DGME Releases Crucial Guidelines for Aspirants!

The Directorate General of Medical Education (DGME), Uttar Pradesh, has released essential guidelines for NEET PG and MDS admissions 2025. Aspiring doctors and dentists seeking postgraduate seats in UP must review these vital instructions on eligibility, documentation, and the counseling process. Understand domicile rules, security deposits, and key dates to navigate your path to a specialized medical or dental career in Uttar Pradesh.

The Directorate General of Medical Education (DGME), Uttar Pradesh, has issued comprehensive guidelines for the NEET PG 2025 and NEET MDS 2025 admission processes. As of June 11, 2025, these directives are pivotal for thousands of aspiring doctors and dentists aiming to secure postgraduate MD/MS/PG Diploma and MDS seats in government and private medical/dental colleges across Uttar Pradesh. Understanding these regulations is paramount for a smooth and successful admissions journey. The state-level counseling, distinct from the All India Quota (AIQ) counseling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), holds specific eligibility criteria, documentation requirements, and procedural nuances that candidates must meticulously follow.

Key Eligibility Criteria and Domicile Rules for UP NEET PG/MDS 2025

The DGME, UP, has clearly laid out the foundational requirements for participation in the state's counseling process for NEET PG 2025 and NEET MDS 2025. Adherence to these criteria is non-negotiable for all applicants.

• NEET PG/MDS Qualification: Only candidates who have appeared in and qualified the respective NEET PG 2025 or NEET MDS 2025 examinations, as declared by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS), are eligible to participate in the counseling. This means meeting the minimum qualifying percentile set by NBEMS for your category.
• Internship Completion Deadlines:
  • For NEET MDS 2025 admissions, candidates must complete their mandatory 12-month rotating internship on or before June 30, 2025.
  • For NEET PG 2025 (MD/MS/Diploma/DNB) admissions, the internship completion deadline is July 31, 2025. Failure to meet these deadlines will render a candidate ineligible for admissions, irrespective of their NEET score.
• Domicile and Qualification for Government Seats: Uttar Pradesh is a closed state for government quota seats.
  • Candidates must have passed their MBBS/BDS examination from a medical/dental college located within Uttar Pradesh to be eligible for state quota seats in government institutions.
  • Candidates who have passed MBBS/BDS from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Banaras Hindu University (BHU), AIIMS Raebareli, AIIMS Gorakhpur, or any institution outside UP are not eligible for admissions to government sector medical/dental colleges/institutes/universities under the UP state quota.
• Eligibility for Private Sector Seats: Candidates who have passed MBBS/BDS from medical/dental colleges of Uttar Pradesh or other states of India (including AMU, BHU, AIIMS Raebareli, AIIMS Gorakhpur, and colleges outside UP) are eligible for counseling for seats in the private sector.
• Reserved Category Benefits: Candidates belonging to reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) of Uttar Pradesh State will be eligible for counseling as per the cut-off scores for reserved category candidates released by NBEMS. However, reserved category candidates from other states will only be eligible for registration as per the unreserved category cut-off score released by NBEMS and will not receive the benefit of their reserved category cut-off in UP state counseling.
• Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs): Indian citizens or domiciled individuals who obtained their primary medical qualification from colleges outside India must have passed the FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination) to be eligible.

Essential Documents and Security Deposit for UP NEET PG/MDS 2025 Counseling

The admissions process for NEET PG 2025 and NEET MDS 2025 in Uttar Pradesh requires meticulous preparation of documents and a mandatory security deposit.

• Mandatory Security Deposit: Candidates must deposit a non-refundable security money online to be eligible for choice filling.
  • For seats in government sector medical/dental colleges: ₹30,000/-
  • For seats in private sector medical colleges: ₹2,00,000/-
  • For seats in private sector dental colleges: ₹1,00,000/-
  • Candidates wishing to participate in counseling for both Government and Private Medical Colleges must deposit ₹2,00,000/-.
  • Candidates wishing to participate in counseling for both Government and Private Dental Colleges must deposit ₹1,00,000/-.
  • The security money will be refunded as per rules if a candidate is not allotted any seat after the completion of all counseling rounds.
• Crucial Documents for Verification: Candidates must present all original educational records and reservation certificates at the designated nodal centers during document verification.
  • NEET PG/MDS 2025 Admit Card and Scorecard
  • MBBS/BDS Degree Certificate or Provisional Certificate
  • MBBS/BDS Mark sheets (all years)
  • Internship Completion Certificate (by respective cut-off dates)
  • Permanent/Provisional Registration Certificate from MCI/NMC/State Medical/Dental Council
  • High School and Intermediate Mark Sheets/Certificates (for age and qualifying examination proof)
  • Domicile Certificate (for UP candidates seeking government seats)
  • Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS, if applicable, issued by competent UP authority)
  • Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhar Card, Passport, etc.)
  • Passport-sized Photographs (as per application form)
  • Allotment Letter (downloaded after seat allotment)
  • Copy of UP NEET PG/MDS registration form and payment receipt.
  • Any other document as specified in the information bulletin.
  • Note: Failure to produce original documents or submission of incorrect information will lead to immediate cancellation of admission.

Navigating the UP NEET PG/MDS 2025 Counseling Rounds

The counseling for NEET PG 2025 and NEET MDS 2025 in Uttar Pradesh will be conducted in multiple online rounds by the DGME, UP. Key dates and procedures will be announced on the official website.

• Online Registration: All eligible candidates must register online on the official UP NEET website (upneet.gov.in) using their NEET PG/MDS roll number and the same email ID used for NEET registration.
• State Merit List: A state-specific merit list will be published based on NEET PG/MDS scores and eligibility criteria for UP candidates.
• Choice Filling and Locking: Candidates must log in to the portal to select and prioritize their preferred colleges and specializations. It is crucial to fill choices carefully and lock them before the specified deadline. Once choices are locked, they cannot be altered. Candidates should not fill the option of a seat admitted in a previous counseling cycle in the next cycle if they intend to upgrade.
• Seat Allotment and Reporting: Seats will be allotted based on merit rank, choices filled, and applicable reservation policies. Allotment results will be published online. Candidates provisionally allotted a seat must download their allotment letter and report to the designated nodal center/allotted college for document verification and completion of admission formalities within the given timeframe.
• Multiple Rounds and Stray Vacancy: Typically, there are Round 1, Round 2, a Mop-Up Round, and potentially a Stray Vacancy Round. For the Stray Vacancy Round, fresh registration with a non-refundable fee is usually mandatory for eligible candidates.

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, candidates are strongly advised to regularly check the official UP NEET website: https://upneet.gov.in/. For continuous news and insights on medical and dental postgraduate admissions, follow Only Education News.

Conclusion

The release of guidelines by the UP DGME for NEET PG 2025 and NEET MDS 2025 marks a critical phase for aspiring postgraduate medical and dental professionals in Uttar Pradesh. By understanding the stringent eligibility criteria, preparing all necessary documents, and carefully navigating the online counseling process, candidates can significantly enhance their chances of securing a coveted seat. Diligence and timely action are key to a successful admissions outcome in the competitive landscape of medical and dental education.