NEET UG 2025 Counselling: MCC Schedule Highly Anticipated

Medical aspirants nationwide are on high alert as the MCC NEET UG 2025 Counselling schedule is expected anytime now in mid-July. With the results out, it's time to prepare documents and understand the registration, choice filling, and allotment process for MBBS and BDS admissions under the 15% All India Quota and Central/Deemed Universities for your Higher Education.

The air is thick with anticipation among lakhs of medical aspirants across India as the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) prepares to release the official counselling schedule for NEET UG 2025. With the NEET UG 2025 results already declared on June 14, 2025, the next pivotal step — the counselling process for admission to MBBS and BDS courses under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ), Central Universities (like AIIMS, JIPMER, BHU, AMU), Deemed Universities, and ESIC/AFMC institutes — is expected to commence imminently, likely in the second week of July 2025. As July 11 unfolds, students are urged to finalize their preparations for what will be a defining phase in their pursuit of Higher Education in medicine.

The MCC NEET UG counselling is an entirely online, multi-stage process that requires meticulous attention to detail and strict adherence to deadlines. Given the competitive nature of MBBS and BDS admissions, understanding each step thoroughly and preparing well in advance can significantly enhance a candidate's chances of securing a desirable seat.

Understanding the Impending MCC NEET UG Counselling Process:

The counselling will typically proceed through several distinct rounds, each with specific timelines for registration, choice filling, and seat allotment.

Online Registration and Fee Payment: This is the foundational step, where candidates must register on the official MCC website (mcc.nic.in). The registration process involves providing personal details, NEET UG roll number, and application number, and creating a secure password. A non-refundable registration fee is mandatory (e.g., ₹1,000 for General category for AIQ/Central Universities, ₹500 for SC/ST/OBC/PWD; higher for Deemed Universities). Additionally, a refundable security deposit is also required (e.g., ₹10,000 for AIQ/Central Universities, ₹5,000 for SC/ST/OBC/PWD; substantially higher for Deemed Universities, like ₹2,00,000). This deposit ensures candidates’ commitment and is refunded if no seat is allotted or after successful admission.

Choice Filling and Locking: This is arguably the most critical stage. Registered candidates will fill their preferred colleges and courses in a prioritized order. Extensive research on previous years' cutoffs, college reputations, infrastructure, and faculty is highly recommended. Aspirants should fill as many choices as they are genuinely interested in to maximize their chances. Once choices are filled, they must be 'locked' by the specified deadline; otherwise, the system will auto-lock the last saved preferences.

Seat Allotment Processing: Post choice locking, the MCC's automated system processes allotments based on NEET UG rank, filled choices, and applicable reservation criteria.

Seat Allotment Result Publication: Provisional seat allotment results for each round are published online. Candidates can view their results by logging into their MCC accounts and downloading the provisional allotment letter.

Reporting to Allotted College / Option for Upgradation: Upon receiving an allotment, candidates have critical choices:

• Freeze: Accept the allotted seat and complete admission formalities at the college. This means they will not participate in further rounds.
• Float/Slide: Accept the allotted seat but wish to participate in subsequent rounds for an upgrade to a higher preferred college/course. If an upgrade occurs, the previous seat is automatically forfeited. If no upgrade happens, the initially allotted seat is retained. Both 'Freeze' and 'Float' options typically require online self-reporting through the MCC portal and payment of the initial admission fee within the stipulated timeframe.

Physical Reporting and Document Verification: Candidates who have 'frozen' their seat, or whose upgraded seat is their final choice, must physically report to the allotted college within the given timeframe. This involves mandatory document verification (original documents along with photocopies) and payment of the remaining tuition fees to confirm the admission.

Important Tentative Dates (subject to official MCC notification):

• Online Registration Start: Mid-July 2025
• Choice Filling and Locking: Few days after registration starts
• Round 1 Seat Allotment Result: Late July 2025
• Reporting to Colleges: Within 7 days after allotment
• Subsequent Rounds (Round 2, Mop-Up, Stray Vacancy): August-September 2025

Essential Documents for Preparation:

Medical aspirants must ensure they have all the following documents ready in original and multiple attested photocopies, as they are crucial for both online submission (if required) and physical verification:

• NEET UG 2025 Admit Card
• NEET UG 2025 Rank Letter/Scorecard
• Provisional Allotment Letter (downloaded from MCC website after allotment)
• Class 10th Mark Sheet and Certificate (as Date of Birth proof)
• Class 12th Mark Sheet and Certificate
• Proof of Identity (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Driving License, Passport, etc.)
• 8 Passport-sized photographs (same as used in NEET application form)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable, in the prescribed format issued by a competent authority)
• Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (for OBC candidates, if applicable, valid for 2025-26)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable)
• PwD Certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile Certificate (for state quota seats, but also generally recommended)
• Migration Certificate (from previous institution/board)
• Medical Fitness Certificate (often a prescribed format from MCC/allotted college)

As July 11, 2025, progresses, the entire medical education community is on high alert for the official announcement from MCC. Medical aspirants are strongly advised to regularly check mcc.nic.in for the definitive schedule and instructions. Proactive preparation of documents and a clear understanding of the counselling process are key to navigating this competitive phase successfully and realizing their dream of Higher Education in medicine.

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