The National Medical Commission (NMC) has announced the detailed schedule and seat matrix for NEET PG Counselling 2025. This critical information applies to admissions under both the All India Quota (AIQ) and state quota seats. Medical colleges must review this data carefully. They have 15 days from the date of notice to report any errors or discrepancies to the Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB). Failure to meet this deadline may delay the update of student admission details on the official NMC admission portal.
NEET PG 2025 Seat Availability and Verification
For the upcoming academic year 2025-26, a total of 57,503 broad specialty seats are open for postgraduate medical admissions. This figure includes an addition of 7,619 new seats . The NMC has made it clear that prompt action by colleges is essential. If a college fails to report discrepancies within the stipulated timeframe, it directly impacts the accuracy and timeliness of student admission information available on the NMC website. Students aspiring for these seats rely on accurate and updated information to plan their applications.
Understanding All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota Seats
The counselling process for NEET PG admissions is split into two main categories. The All India Quota (AIQ) comprises 50% of seats in government medical colleges across India and all seats in deemed and central universities. These seats are managed by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). The remaining seats fall under the State Quota , representing 50% of government college seats and all private medical college seats within a specific state. State Medical Counselling Authorities (DMEs) handle these admissions.
NEET PG Counselling 2025 Official Schedule
The admission process will involve four distinct rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and a final Stray Vacancy Round. Each round has specific dates for counselling activities and the last date for candidates to join their allocated colleges. The academic session for all postgraduate medical courses is set to begin on December 22, 2025 .
| Round | AIQ/Central/Deemed Counselling Dates | AIQ/Central/Deemed Last Joining Date | State Counselling Dates | State Last Joining Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | October 17 – November 22, 2025 | December 1, 2025 | November 21 – December 1, 2025 | December 7, 2025 |
| Round 2 | December 5 – 16, 2025 | December 25, 2025 | December 7 – 21, 2025 | December 30, 2025 |
| Round 3 | December 26, 2025 – January 2, 2026 | January 11, 2026 | January 2 – 11, 2026 | January 17, 2026 |
| Stray Vacancy Round | January 15 – 21, 2026 | January 31, 2026 | January 21 – 24, 2026 | January 31, 2026 |
Key Dates and Candidate Actions
All postgraduate medical courses will start their academic sessions on December 22, 2025 . Candidates must carefully follow the counselling schedule for their respective quota. Timely participation in each round is mandatory. For official notifications and any schedule modifications, students should regularly visit the National Medical Commission’s website atnmc.org.in. Adhering to these deadlines is crucial for successful admission.