Registration opens for NEET PG 2025 counselling in Chhattisgarh — apply by 18 Nov

The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Chhattisgarh, has officially opened online registration for the NEET PG 2025 State Quota Counselling. This is a mandatory first step for all eligible medical graduates seeking admission to MD, MS, and PG Diploma courses in the state's government and private medical colleges. The application window is extremely brief, running from November 13 to a strict deadline of November 18, 2025. Aspirants must register, upload verified documents, and pay the non-refundable fee on the official portal, cgdme.admissions.nic.in, to be included in the state merit list.

For medical graduates who have qualified the NEET PG 2025 examination and hold the domicile of Chhattisgarh, the opportunity to secure a postgraduate seat within the state has officially begun. The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Chhattisgarh, has commenced the online registration process for the State Quota Counselling for MD, MS, and PG Diploma courses. This registration for Round 1 is the single most critical procedural step for admission to all medical colleges in Chhattisgarh for the 2025-26 academic session. Given that the entire state-level counselling is contingent upon this initial registration, all eligible aspirants must treat the process with urgency. The registration window is currently active on the official website, cgdme.admissions.nic.in, but is set to close abruptly on November 18, 2025, leaving candidates with minimal time to complete the necessary formalities.

The Urgent Timeline and Registration Essentials

​The Chhattisgarh NEET PG counselling schedule is highly compressed, requiring immediate action from all participants. Missing the registration deadline will disqualify a candidate from participating in all subsequent rounds, including the Mop-Up round.

• ​Registration Start and End: 
  • ​Start Date: November 13, 2025.
  • ​Final Deadline: November 18, 2025 (up to 11:55 PM). All steps, including form filling, document upload, and fee payment, must be completed by this time.
• ​Mandatory Registration Steps: 
  • ​Visit the official website: Navigate to the NEET PG counselling section on cgdme.admissions.nic.in.
  • ​New Registration: Register using your NEET PG 2025 Roll Number, valid email ID, and mobile number to generate login credentials.
  • ​Application Form Filling: Log in and accurately fill out personal, academic, and category details.
  • ​Document Upload: Scan and upload all required documents in the specified format.
  • ​Fee Payment: Pay the non-refundable registration fee (e.g., ₹2,000 for Indian Candidates) online.
• ​Subsequent Steps: 
  • ​The State Merit List for Round 1 will be released after the registration window closes, listing the registered candidates in order of their NEET PG 2025 All India Rank.
  • ​The subsequent schedule for Choice Filling, Seat Allotment, and Reporting will be announced shortly after the merit list is published.

​ Eligibility and Document Requirements

​To qualify for the 85% State Quota seats, candidates must meet specific domicile and academic criteria. Document verification is stringent, and applicants must ensure all certificates are valid and correctly uploaded.

• ​Domicile and NEET PG Qualification:
  • ​Domicile: Candidates must possess a valid Domicile Certificate of Chhattisgarh to be eligible for the State Quota seats.
  • ​NEET PG 2025 Score: A mandatory requirement is having appeared in and qualified the NEET PG 2025 exam, achieving a score equal to or higher than the official qualifying percentile for their respective category (e.g., 50th percentile for General/EWS).
• ​Academic and Registration Criteria: 
  • ​MBBS Degree: Possess an MBBS degree or Provisional Pass Certificate from an institution recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
  • ​Internship: Completion of the compulsory one-year rotatory internship on or before the specified date.
  • ​Registration: Must possess a valid permanent or provisional registration certificate issued by the NMC or the concerned State Medical Council.
• ​Key Documents for Upload:
  • ​NEET PG 2025 Scorecard and Admit Card.
  • ​Chhattisgarh Domicile Certificate.
  • ​All Year-wise MBBS Marksheets and Degree/Provisional Certificate.
  • ​Internship Completion Certificate.
  • ​State Medical Council Registration Certificate.
  • ​Caste Certificate (if applicable) and Proof of ID/Date of Birth.

​Strategic Choice Filling and Quota Awareness

​Successful admission often depends on a well-researched and strategically filled choice list. Candidates must be aware of the reservation policies and the two main quotas.

• ​Seat Quota Distribution: 
  • ​85% State Quota: These seats are reserved for candidates who possess the Chhattisgarh Domicile Certificate and have registered through the CGDME portal.
  • ​15% All India Quota (AIQ): These seats are filled by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and are open to all eligible candidates across the country. Candidates must register separately on the MCC website for AIQ seats.
• ​Importance of Round 1: Round 1 of the state counselling is the best opportunity to secure a high-demand clinical seat. Candidates should fill in a comprehensive list of colleges and specializations, prioritizing their most desired choices at the top.
• ​Tribal/Category Quota: Aspirants belonging to SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and EWS categories must ensure their certificates are recent and valid as per the format specified by the Chhattisgarh government to avail the benefit of state-specific reservation policies, which significantly impact the last rank allotted.

​Conclusion

​The opening of the Chhattisgarh NEET PG 2025 Round 1 registration provides the critical pathway for medical graduates to pursue their postgraduate specializations within the state. With the registration deadline of November 18, 2025, just hours away, prompt and accurate completion of the online application and document upload is essential. By adhering to the domicile and eligibility criteria and strategizing their upcoming choice filling, aspirants can maximize their chances of securing an MD, MS, or PG Diploma seat in Chhattisgarh.

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