NEET PG 2025 Counselling Schedule, Dates & Process

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the tentative counselling schedule for NEET PG 2025. Registration for Round 1 began on October 17, 2025 . The deadline for Round 1 registration and choice filling is November 5, 2025 . Eligible candidates for postgraduate medical programs must visit the official website, mcc.nic.in, for complete details.

NEET PG 2025 counselling manages seat allocation for postgraduate (MD/MS/Diploma) courses. This process includes 50% All India Quota (AIQ) seats. It also covers 100% of seats in Central Universities, Deemed Universities, and AFMS institutions. Candidates who cleared the NEET PG 2025 exam are eligible to participate. The schedule outlines three distinct rounds of online counselling.

The MCC conducts counselling to ensure a transparent and standardized admission process. Candidates participate by registering, paying fees, and submitting their preferred colleges and courses. Choice locking is a critical step, finalizing these preferences. Processing of seat allotment uses merit and choices submitted. Results are then published online.

NEET PG 2025 Counselling Round 1 Schedule

The first round of counselling is currently active. Candidates must complete their online registration and fee payment by the deadline. The choice filling and locking window is also open. It closes at 4 PM on November 5, 2025 . Candidates should lock their choices carefully as they cannot be changed afterward.

Activity Dates
Registration/Payment October 17 to November 5, 2025 (up to 12:00 Noon)
Choice Filling/Locking October 28 to November 5, 2025 (up to 11:55 PM)
Choice Locking Window Opens November 5, 2025 (from 04:00 PM to 11:55 PM)
Processing of Seat Allotment November 6 to 7, 2025
Result Declaration November 8, 2025
Reporting/Joining at Allotted College November 9 to 15, 2025 (up to 05:00 PM)

NEET PG 2025 Counselling Round 2 Schedule

The second round of counselling commences after Round 1 reporting concludes. The MCC will update the available seat matrix on its website. Candidates who were not allotted a seat in Round 1, or wish to upgrade their seat, can participate. Fresh registrations are also permitted for new eligible candidates.

Activity Dates
Registration/Payment November 19 to 24, 2025 (up to 12:00 Noon)
Choice Filling/Locking November 19 to 24, 2025 (up to 11:55 PM)
Processing of Seat Allotment November 25 and 26, 2025
Result Declaration November 26, 2025
Reporting/Joining at Allotted College November 27 to December 4, 2025 (up to 05:00 PM)

NEET PG 2025 Counselling Round 3 Schedule

The third round, often referred to as the Mop-Up Round, takes place after Round 2 reporting. It aims to fill remaining vacant seats. MCC will release a final seat matrix for this round. Candidates must carefully review eligibility criteria for participation in Round 3. This is typically the final opportunity for seat allocation.

Activity Dates
Registration/Payment December 8 to 14, 2025 (up to 12:00 Noon)
Choice Filling/Locking December 9 to 14, 2025 (up to 11:55 PM)
Processing of Seat Allotment December 15 and 16, 2025
Result Declaration December 17, 2025
Reporting/Joining at Allotted College December 18 to 26, 2025 (up to 05:00 PM)

Important Instructions for Candidates

Candidates must regularly check the official MCC website, mcc.nic.in, for the latest announcements. The published schedule is tentative and subject to change by the MCC. All eligible candidates should download the information bulletin. It contains detailed rules and guidelines for each counselling round. Adherence to deadlines is crucial for successful participation.

Verification of documents is a mandatory step during the reporting phase at the allotted colleges. Candidates must carry all original documents as specified by the MCC. Failure to present required documents can lead to cancellation of admission. Stay informed by checking the MCC portal frequently.