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How to Cancel or Withdraw Seat in Punjab Counselling Without Penalty

Manu Garg • 3 Mins read • 3 Jun 25

Many times students after securing a seat through Punjab NEET UG counselling rethink about their choice, either they found a better option, or had a change in plans, and now are willing to withdraw their seat in Punjab counselling. But is withdrawal of a seat in Punjab NEET Counselling without penalties possible? Yes! Continue reading this expert guide to understand the step by step roadmap of how to cancel or withdraw a seat in Punjab counselling without penalty.

Punjab NEET Counselling Structure

Punjab’s MBBS/BDS/PG counselling is managed by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS) for state quota seats and MCC for All India Quota (AIQ). Whether it’s Punjab NEET UG counselling or Punjab NEET PG counselling, the withdrawal rules revolves around:

Security Deposit: Paid during registration (₹10,000–₹50,000, depending on the course/quota).
Non-Refundable Fees: Counselling/registration fees are not refundable.
Round-Based Deadlines: Penalties depend on when you exit from the Punjab NEET counselling process.

When Can You Withdraw Punjab NEET Counselling Seat Without Losing Your Security Deposit?

Let us look at some key scenarios that will help us to understand the Punjab NEET counselling seat withdrawal process.

Scenario	Refund Eligibility	Key Deadlines
Before Seat Allotment	Full refund	Pre-Round 1 or pre-choice locking
After Round 1, Before Round 2	Full refund	Before Round 2 choice filling starts
After Upgradation	Previous deposit refunded	Auto-adjusted if upgraded
After Round 2/Stray Vacancy	No refund	Deposit forfeited

Step-by-Step Punjab NEET Counselling Withdrawal Process

The following are the steps for a penalty-free exit from Punjab NEET counselling 2025:

1. Check Eligibility: You must ensure that you’re within the refund window.

2. Submit an Online Resignation

Log in to the MCC (mcc.nic.in) or BFUHS portal.
Select "Exit/Resign" and confirm.

3. Physically Report: For state quota seats, visit your allotted college. Submit the following documents for seat withdrawal:

Formal resignation letter
Allotment letter
NEET scorecard
Payment receipt

4. Track Refund Status: Refunds are processed within 30 days. You can track your refund with the reference id.

Common Mistakes to Avoid While Withdrawing Punjab NEET Counselling Seat

Some of the common mistakes to avoid while withdrawing from the Punjab NEET Counselling Seat are as follows:

Missing Deadlines: Withdrawing after "seat freezing" = forfeited deposit.
Skipping College Reporting: For state seats, portal resignation alone isn’t enough. Physical submission is mandatory.
Upgrades: If you’re upgraded (e.g., Round 1 → Round 2), your old seat is auto-cancelled with a refund.

How to Cancel or Withdraw a Seat in Punjab Counselling Without Penalty: FAQs

1. Can I get a full refund if I exit after Round 1?

Yes! Apart from the non-refundable amount, students can get a full refund even after round 1 of the Punjab NEET Counselling process.

2. Will I be penalised for upgrading seats?

If you secure a better seat in a later round, your initial deposit is refunded automatically.

3. Is the security deposit refundable for NRI/PG seats?

Yes the security deposit is refundable for NRI/PG seats under Punjab NEET Counselling. However, the deadline for these seats may differ a bit from the regular UG seats.