NEET PG 2024 Counselling Schedule: All You Need to Know

NEET PG 2024 counselling process is in full swing and students are eagerly awaiting the announcement of the round-3 seat allotment results. 

And, amidst the waiting, it’s also come into the news that the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has revised the cutoff percentile. This in turn brings significant changes to the process.

Now, candidates will require a 15th percentile to qualify for the remaining seat allotment rounds. And, the cutoff for SC/ST categories is now reduced to 10th percentile. 

In this blog, we’ve compiled everything you need to know about the current stage of NEET PG 2024 counselling and what lies ahead for you. 

Round-3 NEET PG 2024 Counselling: Key Dates

If you don’t want to miss out on the key dates for the entire counselling process, here are a few things important ones to mark on your calendar:  

• The seat allotment result for round-3 will be released soon on MCC's official website, mcc.nic.in.
• Candidates who secure seats in round-3 must report physically to their respective institutes from January 6 to January 13, 2025.
• Round-3 registration opened on December 26, 2024, and candidates could fill in their choices until January 1, 2025.

Now that you have all the deadlines handy, make sure you don’t skip any of them as the entire counselling process is time sensitive. And, missing a deadline would mean losing your seat.

NEET PG 2024 Exam Reservation Criteria

The National Board of Examinations (NBE) has provided reservations to various categories of candidates appearing in the NEET PG exam. The reservation criteria are based on the Government of India guidelines and are applicable to both the All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota seats. 

The table below showcases the amended 50 per cent All India Quota seat reservation criteria for students:

Category                                                   Reservation

OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)                          27%

SC                                                               15%

ST                                                               7.5%

EWS                                                            10%

PwD                                                             5%

Note: Candidates belonging to the reserved categories will have to provide the relevant documents during the NEET PG registration process to claim reservations.

Types of NEET PG 2024 Counselling

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts NEET PG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate) counselling for admission to postgraduate medical programmes in India. NEET PG counselling includes two parts, both of which are listed below.

AIQ Counselling

AIQ counselling is held for 50% of seats available in government medical colleges throughout India. According to the candidate's NEET PG rank and preferences, MCC conducts the counselling and assigns the seats.

State Quota Counselling

The respective state administrations conduct this counselling for the remaining 50% of seats in government medical colleges, including the seats that weren't filled during AIQ counselling. Seats are assigned based on the candidate's NEET PG rank and their choices.

NEET PG Counselling 2024 Dates

Refer to the table below for the NEET PG 2024 counselling date and other important information related to tentative NEET PG 2024 counselling schedule.

The counselling process for NEET PG 2024 is nearing its next phase. The exact dates fir the upcoming steps are yet to be confirmed. Eligible candidates can visit the official MCC website if you wish to check the final seat allotment results after the round-1 counselling concludes. 

Once the results are announced, candidates who secure a seat can upload their documents on the official portal. They can then complete the reporting and joining formalities at their allotted institute.

NEET PG 2024 Counselling Process

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) administers the NEET PG counselling procedure for admission to postgraduate medical programmes in India. The following steps are a part of the counselling process:

Step 1: Registration

To participate in the NEET PG counselling procedure, candidates must register on the MCC website. Filling out personal and academic information, uploading papers, and paying the registration fees are all required steps in the registration procedure.

Step 2: Choice Filling

Following registration, candidates must select their preferred courses and colleges from a list. The options can be changed or removed before the submission is made.

Step 3: Seat Allotment

MCC organises seat allotment based on candidates’ NEET PG rank, selections they have made, and the seats that are available.

Step 4: Seat Acceptance

Following the final seat assignment, candidates must either accept their seat or choose to upgrade during the ensuing round of counselling.

Step 5: Reporting to the Designated College

Once the seat has been accepted, applicants must arrive at the designated college within the specified time frame with the required paperwork to finish the admissions process.

Step 6: Additional Rounds

The same procedure is repeated up until the last round of counselling if the candidate chooses an upgrade during the subsequent session of counselling.

How to Choose College for Admission

You can fill out your preferences for the course and college in the second phase of the registration for Counselling. To do so, follow these steps:

• Log in to your account of MCC NEET PG 2024 Counselling.
• The second phase of registration would be active.
• Enter your registration number and password.
• The choice filling form will open up.
• Choose your preferred course.
• Also, lock in your choices for the colleges for the selected course.
• Submit your choices.

Documents Required for NEET PG Counselling 2024

While filling out the registration, make sure to keep the following documents handy:

• NEET PG admit card
• NEET PG result
• Mark Sheets of MBBS/BDS professional examinations
• MBBS/BDS Degree Certificate
• Internship Completion Certificate
• MCI issued registration certificate
• Date of birth proof
• Valid ID proof
• Caste certificate
• Disability Certificate

NEET PG 2024 Registration Fee

Below you can find the registration fee for NEET PG 2024 counselling:

NEET PG 2024 Counselling Security Deposit

State-wise NEET PG 2024 Counselling

Admissions for 50% of the State Quota seats and 100% of the seats at private colleges are managed by the State authorities for NEET PG admissions. Each state conducts separate counselling sessions for admission and based on NEET PG cutoff score, academic qualification, and other factors, each state compiles a merit list of qualified applicants.

Seats for the MD, MS, and PG diploma programmes will be distributed depending on state rank, reservation criteria, and other variables, and candidates will select their preferred college and courses during the registration process.

We have created detailed blogs on each state's counselling process and seat matrix. You can find the same below. 

1. Karnataka NEET PG 2024 Counselling

The registration for Karnataka NEET PG counselling 2024 began on November 19,2024. For more information on the counselling process, be sure to check our detailed blog.

2. Maharashtra NEET PG 2024 Counselling

The Maharashtra NEET PG 2024 counselling process is scheduled to take place until January 20, 2025. 

3. UP NEET PG 2024 Counselling

The UP NEET PG 2024 counselling round-3 dates have been postponed due to the MCC's decision to reduce the cutoff percentile for All India Quota seats.

4. Andhra Pradesh NEET PG Counselling

Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, is conducting the Andhra Pradesh NEET PG 2024 counselling Round 3 registration process until January 10, 2025. Additionally, the deadline to resign from Round 1 and Round 2 allotted seats has been extended to January 8, 2025, until 6 PM.

5. Tamil Nadu NEET PG Counselling 2024

The Tamil Nadu NEET PG 2024 counselling registration began on January 6, 2025. Following the NEET PG cutoff reduction by DGHS (MCC), the registration window was opened for all eligible applicants. Candidates can fill out the application form until January 9, 2025, up to 5:00 PM.

6. Gujarat NEET PG Counselling 2024

The registration form for Gujarat NEET PG counselling 2024 was released on 17th December, 2024. 

7. Kerala NEET PG  Counselling 2024

The Kerala NEET PG 2024 Counselling Round 2 final result was declared on December 21, 2024. 

8. Rajasthan NEET PG 2024 Counselling

Rajasthan NEET PG counselling 2024 Round 2 registration process was conducted from December 22 to December 26, 2024. 

9. Manipur NEET PG 2024 Counselling

The Manipur NEET PG counselling registration 2024 is ongoing till January 10, 2025.

10. Punjab NEET PG 2024 Counselling

The Punjab NEET PG counselling 2024 round 3 date has been extended to January 10.

11. Delhi NEET PG 2024 Counselling

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) oversees the DU NEET PG 2024 counselling process. As per the latest update, the resignation deadline for candidates allotted seats in rounds 1 and 2 has been extended. Candidates can resign from their allotted seats with the forfeiture of their security deposit until January 8, 2025.

12. Chhattisgarh NEET PG 2024 Counselling

Registrations for Chhattisgarh NEET PG counselling 2024 began on December 11, 2024. Eligible candidates can visit the official website for more information.

13. Madhya Pradesh NEET PG 2024 Counselling

 According to the revised schedule, the second round seat allotment results will be released on January 7, 2024. 

14. West Bengal NEET PG 2024 Counselling

Registration for round 1 of the West Bengal NEET PG 2024 counselling began on November 18, 2024, and the last date to apply was November 20, 2024.

Read here: NEET PG 2024 List of Admitted Candidates Upto Stray Vacancy Round

Click here: NEET PG 2024 Clear Vacancy for Special Stray Vacancy Round

NEET PG Counselling 2024: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Read below to find out answers of the most frequently asked questions about NEET PG 2024 counselling.

What are the qualifying percentile/marks for NEET PG 2024?

The NEET PG cutoff scores/qualifying percentile released on the official NBE website, along with NEET PG 2024 results on 23rd August 2024 was 50th percentile. The same was 40th percentile for SC/ST/OBC, and 45th percentile for General - PH.

Where can I register for NEET PG 2024 counselling?

Qualified candidates can participate in the NEET PG 2024 counselling by registering on the official MCC website.

How to apply for NEET PG Counseling 2024?

Candidates need to apply online for NEET PG 2024 counselling. You must register on the official MCC website. You will be required to pay the registration fee, select and lock your preferred colleges and courses, and submit all the required documents to finish the admissions process following seat allocation.

What is the NEET PG counselling 2024 expected date?

While the official counselling date has yet to be announced, NEET PG counselling 2024 is expected to begin around mid-September. Please stay tuned for the confirmed dates.

How many seats will be allotted through NEET PG 2024 counselling?

26,168 MD, 13,649 MS, 922 PG Diploma and 1,338 DNB seats are available through NEET PG Counseling. For 50% AIQ & 100% Deemed & Central Universities, AFMS, and ESIC seats, MCC will hold NEET PG Counseling in 2024.

What is the enrolment number in NEET PG Counselling?

During the NEET PG counselling registration, candidates need to provide the enrolment number. It is the unique number found on the MBBS Degree, specific to each candidate and the university from which the MBBS course has been completed.

Stay tuned for regular updates on everything related to Medical PG.

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