NEET PG 2025 Counselling Combination of National (AIQ) and State Participation Continues Through End of Reporting Window
As the NEET PG 2025 counseling cycle progresses, the reporting windows for All India Quota and State participation are now running concurrently. This critical phase requires candidates to balance national allotments with regional opportunities. Physical reporting and document verification at allotted colleges are mandatory to finalize your residency. Ensure all formalities are completed before the upcoming deadlines to avoid seat forfeiture. Use our comprehensive guide to navigate these final steps effectively.

The NEET PG 2025 counseling landscape has entered its most decisive phase. As of late December, thousands of medical aspirants find themselves at a crossroads, managing simultaneous reporting requirements for both the All India Quota (AIQ) and various State Quota seats. This overlapping window is designed to streamline the transition into postgraduate residency, which officially commenced on December 22, 2025. Candidates must act with precision to ensure their provisional allotments are converted into confirmed admissions through rigorous physical reporting.
Navigating the Overlap of AIQ and State Reporting
The coordination between the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and State authorities is crucial to preventing seat wastage. Aspirants must understand the protocol for holding or upgrading seats across these two jurisdictions.
- Participants holding a seat in AIQ Round 2 can participate in State Round 2 but must adhere to the resignation deadlines if they choose to switch.
- Once a candidate joins a seat in the second round of either AIQ or State counseling, they are generally ineligible for further rounds to maintain meritocracy.
- The integrated reporting system ensures that data regarding joined candidates is shared between MCC and State DMEs to prevent blocking multiple seats.
Vital Documentation and Admission Framework
Physical reporting is not merely a visit; it is a formal verification process where the absence of a single original document can lead to immediate disqualification. The following table outlines the comparative requirements for the current reporting window:
| Feature | All India Quota (AIQ) | State Quota (SQ) |
| Reporting Venue | Allotted Medical College | Allotted College or Nodal Centre |
| Mandatory Documents | Admit Card, Rank Letter, Allotment Letter | State Domicile, Category Proof, Allotment Letter |
| Academic Records | MBBS Degree, Internship Certificate | MBBS Marksheets, SMC/NMC Registration |
| Reporting Deadline | Usually Dec 25, 2025 | Varies (Typically Dec 28–30, 2025) |
- Ensure you carry at least three sets of self-attested photocopies alongside your original certificates for the college records.
- Verification of the Internship Completion Certificate is strictly monitored; any discrepancy in the cut-off date will void the admission.
- Candidates must produce a valid medical fitness certificate as per the specific format provided by the allotted institution.
Critical Timelines for Joining and Resignation
With the academic session already in motion, the pressure to complete joining formalities is high. Missing the reporting window not only results in the loss of the seat but may also lead to the forfeiture of the security deposit.
- The reporting window for AIQ Round 2 is nearing its conclusion, making immediate travel to the allotted college a top priority.
- State-level Round 2 reporting is currently active in major states like Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan, with deadlines staggered throughout the final week of December.
- Candidates looking for further upgrades in Round 3 must carefully check the "Free Exit" or "Exit with Forfeiture" rules applicable to their current status.
In conclusion, this final week of December 2025 is the bridge between being an aspirant and becoming a resident doctor. The complexity of managing dual counseling schedules requires constant vigilance and adherence to official portals. By meticulously following the reporting protocols and ensuring documentation is in order, you can successfully secure your specialty seat.
Aspirants are strongly advised to monitor the MCC portal and their respective State DME websites daily for any last-minute extensions or revised reporting instructions.
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