NEET 2025 is the gateway to your dream medical college but cracking the exam is only half the journey. Must have Documents during NEET Counselling, The real challenge begins with the counselling and admission process, where documentation plays a crucial role. Every year, thousands of eligible students face unnecessary delays, rejections, or stress simply because they forget to prepare a few important documents.
Whether you’re targeting All India Quota (AIQ) or State Quota seats, the documentation process is strict and time-bound. A missing certificate can cost you your seat — even if you scored well. To make sure you’re fully prepared, here’s a list of 5 critical but commonly forgotten documents that you must arrange before your NEET counselling begins.
5 Must have Documents during NEET Counselling
1. Domicile Certificate
- Purpose: Most state quota seats (85%) are reserved for residents of that state. If you don’t have a valid domicile certificate, you might lose eligibility for your home state’s seats.
- Expert Tip: Apply early through your state’s revenue department or local municipal office. Delays in verification can impact your seat allotment.
Visit the official NTA NEET website: neet.nta.nic.in
2. Gap Certificate (If Applicable)
- Purpose: Mandatory if there’s a gap between your Class 12 passing year and the current admission year.
- Expert Tip: Draft a clear reason for the gap (e.g., NEET preparation) and get it notarized on ₹50 – ₹100 stamp paper.
3. Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- Purpose: Essential for claiming seats under reserved categories. The authorities only accept certificates issued by competent government authorities and those that follow the latest central/state reservation norms.
- Expert Tip: Download the prescribed format from the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC/NMC) website and ensure the issue date is valid for 2025.
4. Character Certificate
- Purpose: Serves as proof of your good conduct and behaviour during your last academic years.
- Expert Tip: Request a fresh certificate from your school/college. Most institutes provide it within a day or two.
5. Provisional Allotment Letter
- Purpose: A Provisional Allotment Letter is an official document issued by the counselling authority (like MCC or state DME) indicating that a medical or dental seat has been allotted to you temporarily, based on your NEET rank, category, preferences, and seat availability.
- Expert Tip: Always keep 2–3 hard copies and a soft copy (PDF) stored safely.
Bonus Tip: Keep These Handy Too!
- NEET 2025 Admit Card with photo attached
- NEET Scorecard (colour print)
- Class 10th & 12th mark sheets and passing certificates
- Photo ID proof (same used in NEET form – Aadhaar, Passport, etc.)
- 8–10 passport-sized photos (same as NEET form)
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Conclusion
The excitement of getting into medical college can quickly turn into panic if even one document is missing. Remember — your NEET rank won’t matter if you can’t verify your eligibility on paper. Start collecting these lesser-known but critical documents early, especially if you’re a repeater, belong to a reserved category, or planning to participate in state counselling.
NEET counselling is a once-in-a-year opportunity — don’t let a missing certificate steal your seat.
Plan ahead, prepare well, and keep every document double-checked.
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