UP extends NEET PG 2025 Round 1 choice-filling deadline; final submissions open till 24 Nov

Attention NEET PG 2025 aspirants for Uttar Pradesh State Quota The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME) UP has extended the deadline for Round 1 choice filling to November 24, 2025. This is your absolute final opportunity to submit and lock your preferences for MD/MS/PG Diploma seats in UP's Government and Private Medical Colleges. Failure to lock choices on the official portal (\text{upneet.gov.in}) by the end of today will lead to exclusion from the first allotment. Get a comprehensive breakdown of the revised schedule and crucial final steps before the window closes.

The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh, has provided a final, crucial extension for the Round 1 counselling process for NEET PG 2025. All registered and eligible candidates for the UP State Quota seats must take immediate action, as the deadline for online choice filling and locking has been extended to November 24, 2025. This extension, granted to align with the dynamic national counselling timeline and to accommodate candidates who faced technical issues, marks the ultimate closing point for the initial preference submission.

​Participating in Round 1 is strategically vital, as the maximum number of premium clinical and non-clinical seats are allotted in this stage across esteemed institutions in UP. Aspirants who have successfully completed the mandatory registration, fee deposition, and document verification (merit list was published on November 14, 2025) must now focus exclusively on meticulously filling and locking their choices on the official website, \text{upneet.gov.in}. Missing this final deadline will force candidates into the subsequent rounds, where seat availability and preferred specialization options are generally fewer.

​UP NEET PG Round 1: Final Submission Checklist and Key Dates

​With the clock counting down on November 24, 2025, candidates must ensure they have performed the final, non-negotiable step: successfully locking their choices. The entire revised schedule for the Round 1 allotment hinges on this deadline.

• ​Final Choice Filling and Locking:
  • ​Deadline: November 24, 2025 (Online window closes).
  • ​Action Required: Log into the candidate portal on \text{upneet.gov.in}. Review the filled choices against the official Seat Matrix (available on the portal). Manually lock the preferences. Once choices are locked, no modification is permitted for this round.
• ​Allotment and Result Publication:
  • ​Seat Allotment Result Date: November 26, 2025. (Candidates should check the official website frequently for the exact time of publication).
• ​Downloading Allotment Letter:
  • ​Window: November 27 to November 29, 2025.
  • ​Action Required: Successful candidates must download the provisional allotment letter, which is a mandatory document for the next stage.
• ​Mandatory Reporting at Allotted Colleges:
  • ​Reporting Period: December 1 to December 5, 2025.
  • ​Action Required: Allotted candidates must physically report to the designated college within this window for document verification, payment of the tuition fee, and completion of admission formalities. Failure to report leads to forfeiture of the seat.

​Strategic Choice Filling for UP State Quota Seats

​The allocation of seats in Uttar Pradesh is based on a combination of NEET PG merit, candidate preferences, and the state's reservation policy. A smart choice-filling strategy is essential to maximize the chances of securing a desirable specialization.

• ​Prioritization is Key: List the courses and colleges in strict descending order of preference. Your highest preference should be at the top, followed by your next best options. The system always tries to allot the highest possible preference available.
• ​Security Deposit Status: Only candidates who have successfully deposited the mandatory security money (e.g., ₹30,000 for Government seats and ₹2,00,000 for Private seats) are eligible to fill and lock choices. Ensure this payment has been confirmed.
• ​Maximize Realistic Options: Given the highly competitive nature of NEET PG, candidates are advised to fill in a comprehensive list, including safety options (where the rank is well within the previous year's cut-off), balanced options (where the rank is competitive), and a few aspirational options (dream choices slightly above the expected cut-off).
• ​Bond Policy Awareness: Candidates must be aware of the state's Compulsory Bond Policy for service after completing the course. Accepting a seat implies agreeing to the terms of the bond, which can include penalties for premature exit. Review the prospectus carefully before locking choices.

​Understanding UP's Seat Distribution and Reservation

​The state of Uttar Pradesh offers a diverse range of seats across Government and Private Medical Institutions. The seat matrix and reservation structure play a vital role in determining cut-offs.

• ​Institutional Quotas: Seats are available under the Government Quota (GQ) in state-run medical colleges (often highly subsidized) and the Private Quota (PQ) in self-financing institutions (usually with higher fee structures).
• ​Reservation Policy: The state adheres to the established reservation guidelines, including categories for OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and specific horizontal reservations like Female, PwD, and Freedom Fighter categories, as outlined in the official prospectus. Aspirants must ensure their category status and corresponding certificates are valid and verified.
• ​Popular Specializations: Seats in high-demand branches such as MD General Medicine, MS General Surgery, MD Radio-Diagnosis, and MD Dermatology are typically filled up first in Round 1. Candidates with high ranks should prioritize these, while others should strategically place these alongside less competitive but equally rewarding branches.

​Conclusion

​Today, November 24, 2025, marks the final countdown for the UP NEET PG 2025 Round 1 choice-filling. This extension is the last grace period offered by the DGME. All eligible aspirants must utilize this remaining time to finalize their preferences, lock their choices on upneet.gov.in, and print the confirmation page. The outcome of your choice-filling will be revealed on November 26th with the allotment result. Act decisively now to ensure a smooth transition into your postgraduate medical career.

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