NEET UG 2025 Counselling Schedule & Dates (AIQ + State)
The NEET UG 2025 counselling schedule is out! If you’re a medical aspirant, this is one of the most important timelines you’ll follow this year. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and various state authorities have released the dates for All India Quota (AIQ) and State counselling rounds, including mop-up and stray vacancy rounds.
In this blog, we’ll break down the NEET counselling schedule 2025 for both AIQ/Deemed/Central Universities and all major states, so you don’t miss any important dates.
NEET UG 2025 Counselling Timeline
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Round |
State Counselling |
All India Quota / Deemed/ Central universities |
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1st Round 1 |
21st July – 30th July 2025
Last date of joining: 6th August 2025
Verification: 30th July – 6th August 2025 |
7th August – 8th August 2025
Last date of joining: 12th August 2025
Verification: 13th – 14th August 2025
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2nd Round |
12th – 20th August 2025
Last date of joining: 29th August 2025
Verification: 19th – 29th August 2025 |
30th August – 1st September 2025 Last date of joining: 4th September 2025
Verification: 5th – 6th September 2025
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3rd Round (Mop-Up) |
3rd – 10th September 2025
Last date of joining: 18th September 2025 |
19th – 21st September 2025
Last date of joining: 23rd September 2025
Verification: 24th September 2025
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Stray Vacancy |
25th – 29th September 2025
Last date of joining: 3rd October 2025 |
22nd – 26th September 2025
Last date of joining: 3rd October 2025
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Academic Year Commencement Â
UG medical courses will start from 1st September 2025 across India as per NMC guidelines.
Important note to avoid:
Any last-minute rush and to meet the deadlines, all Saturdays, Sundays and Gazetted holidays will be considered as working days for NEET UG 2025 counselling.
Pro Tips for Medical Aspirants:
1. Check both MCC and state counselling websites
regularly. Stay updated with changes, document verification and cutoffs.Â
2. Don’t miss your joining deadline after seat allotment. Missing it will disqualify you for future rounds.Â
Keep documents ready in advance:
• NEET UG 2025 scorecard
• Domicile certificate (for state quota)
• Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
• Caste/Category certificates (if applicable)
Create your choice-filling strategy wisely. Consider past cutoffs, personal preferences and backup options.
Where to Check Official Counselling Updates?
- All India Counselling (AIQ/Deemed/Central): mcc.nic.in
- State Counselling: Visit the respective official websites like KEA (Karnataka), TN Medical Selection (Tamil Nadu)
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Final Thoughts
The NEET UG 2025 counselling process is fast-paced and requires timely decisions. Keep your documents ready, stay alert, and be strategic about your choices. Every round count, and with the right guidance, you can secure a seat in your dream medical college.
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FAQ
State rounds begin from 21st July 2025; AIQ from 7th August 2025.
All India Quota counselling is managed by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).
Round 1, Round 2, mop-up and stray vacancy rounds are the four rounds.
Yes, you can register for both separately.
Missing your joining deadline may disqualify you from future rounds.