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NEET UG 2025 Counselling (Round 3 Seat Allotment Result Out): Dates, Process, and Schedule

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Rajat Diwakar • 7 Mins read • 24 Oct 25
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Latest Updates

  • The National Medical Commission (NMC) has added 9,075 new MBBS seats for the academic year 2025-26. Now, there are 1,26,600 MBBS seats in India.
  • The NEET UG 2025 Round 3 seat allotment result has been announced. Students can check their allotment status on the official NEET counselling website. Click Here.
  • Candidates allotted seats in Round 3 must report to their allotted institute between 24 October and 1 November 2025.
  • The Stray Vacancy Round registration for NEET UG 2025 is scheduled to begin from November 4, 2025.
  • Candidates can register and make the payment for the NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round from November 4 to November 9, 2025.
  • Choice filling and locking can be done from November 5 to November 9, 2025.
  • The processing of seat allotment will be carried out on November 10 and 11, 2025.
  • The result for the Stray Vacancy Round will be declared on November 12, 2025.
  • Candidates who are allotted seats will have to report between November 13 and November 20, 2025.


The NEET UG 2025 counselling Round 3 is currently underway. The seat allotment result for Round 3 has been announced on the official MCC website. Candidates who have been allotted seats must report to their respective institutes between 24 October and 1 November 2025.

Check your allotment here - NEET UG 2025 Round 3 Seat Allotment Result

The Stray Vacancy Round of NEET UG 2025 is scheduled to start from 4 November and is expected to be completed by 20 November 2025.


What is the NEET EXAM?

The full form of NEET is National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). It is the sole entrance test for admission to undergraduate medical and paramedical courses offered in India. The exam is conducted once a year in offline or paper-pencil-based test (PBT) mode for three hours and 20 minutes or 200 minutes. As far as the NEET exam pattern is concerned, there are 200 questions from Physics, Chemistry and Biology, out of which 180 questions have to be attempted.

Try the free NEET College Predictor to predict colleges.


NEET UG 2025 Counselling Schedule

The table below shows the updated NEET UG 2025 counselling dates for ongoing Round 3 and upcoming stray vacancy round.

Event

Date

NEET UG 2025 Counselling Round 3 Institute Reporting

24 October - 1 November

NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round Registration/ Payment

4 - 9 November 2025

NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round Choice Filling/ Locking

5 - 9 November 2025

NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round Processing of Seat Allotment

10 - 11 November 2025

NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round Result

12 November 2025

NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round Institute Reporting

13 - 20 November 2025


New Changes in NEET AIQ Counselling 2025

  • There are four stages to AIQ counselling: Stage 1, Stage 2, AIQ Mop-up, and AIQ Stray Vacancy. 
  • There are no upgrades permitted from Round 2. 
  • Candidates who win seats in Round 2 are not permitted to withdraw or compete in subsequent rounds. 
  • Candidates who decline a seat in Round 2 must re-register for the Mop-up Round and forfeit their security deposit.


Types of NEET Counselling 2025

  • All-India Quota (AIQ) Counselling (15% seats) 
  • State Quota Counselling (85% seats) 
  • Guidelines for Deemed and Central Universities 
  • Counselling for Private Medical Colleges

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Eligibility: Criteria for NEET 2025 Counselling

  • Candidates must have passed NEET 2025. 
  • Minimum percentile required: 
  1.              General Category: 50th percentile (Projected Scores: 720-164) 
  2.              SC/ST/OBC Category: 40th percentile (Projected marks: 163-129) 
  3.              PwD (General): 45th percentile (expected score: 163-146) 
  • Applicants must register for counselling on the MCC's official website. 
  • Students must also register independently for state counselling through state portals.

Read More: Detailed Guide NEET Eligibility Criteria 2025


NEET UG State Counselling 2025

Apart from the 15% AIQ seats, state authorities will manage 85% of the seats in the state quota. Applicants must submit their applications through the portals in their home states. The merit list will be created by state regulations. 

Private medical colleges will also provide counselling through state counselling bodies. The information will be available on the websites of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, as well as the relevant state health departments.


State-wise Quota Details

  • Individual counselling sessions are held in Jammu and Kashmir, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. 
  • MCC handles AIQ (15%) counselling. 
  • State agencies handle 85% of the counselling.


NEET 2025 Counselling Process

The counselling procedure includes the following steps:


Step 1: Register for NEET 2025. 

Applicants must sign up on the MCC website by submitting: 

  • Personal Information 
  • NEET 2025 Enrolment Number 
  • Academic information. 

To complete the process, candidates must pay the counselling registration fee. 


Step 2: Registration Fees for NEET 2025 Counselling 

The registration fee is separated into non-refundable and refundable categories:

Category

Non-Refundable Fee

Refundable Security Fee

General

₹1,000

₹10,000

SC/ST/OBC/PwD

₹500

₹5,000

Deemed Universities (All Categories)

₹5,000

₹2,00,000


Note: The payment can be made with a credit or debit card or through online banking.


Step 3: Option Selection and Confirmation

Applicants can select their preferred colleges and programs. They're capable of:

  • Add, remove, or reorganise options.
  • Make their final selections before the deadline.


Step 4: NEET 2025 Seat Distribution

  • Seat distribution is determined by the All India Rank (AIR) and candidate preferences.
  • MCC will post the seat allocation list on its official website.


Step 5: Report to the Designated College

Applicants must go to the designated college to have their documents verified. Failure to comply will result in the cancellation of their seat.


Documents Required for NEET Counselling 2025

  • NEET 2025 Admit card
  • NEET 2025 Rank Letter and Scorecard 
  • Mark sheets for classes 10 and 12. 
  • Proof of Identity (Aadhar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID) 
  • Photos in passport size (8 copies) 
  • Caste Document (If Relevant) 
  • Certificate of Disability (where applicable).

For candidates who are NRI or OCIs: 

  • Passport and Consular Certificate 
  • Sponsorship Declaration 
  • Affidavit Of Relationship 
  • Refund of Security Fee for NEET Counselling 2025 
  • If a seat is assigned, the security deposit will be deducted from your first-year fees. 
  • If a seat is not assigned, a full refund will be issued to the original payment account.

Key Aspects to Consider 

  • New registrations are accepted for Round 1, Round 2, and the Mop-up Round. 
  • No changes from Round 2; once a seat is reserved, it cannot be changed. 
  • Candidates who decline Round 2 seats must re-register for the Mop-up Round or forfeit their security deposit.


NEET 2025 Exam Pattern (Updated)

Feature

Details

Total Questions

180 (Earlier 200, now optional questions removed)

Exam Duration

3 hours (Earlier 3 hours 20 minutes)

Mode of Exam

Offline (Pen and Paper)

Marking Scheme

+4 for correct, -1 for incorrect answers


Subject-wise Question Breakdown for NEET 2025 

Subject

No. of Questions

Total Marks

Physics

45

180

Chemistry

45

180

Biology (Botany + Zoology)

90

360

Total

180

720


Important: The examination will be conducted in 13 languages, including English, Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and others.


NEET 2025 Syllabus (Updated)

The NEET syllabus is based on the NCERT syllabus for Class 11 and 12. Certain chapters were removed while others were changed to guarantee uniformity with state boards.


NEET 2025 Preparation Tips

Tips

Description

Follow NCERT Books

Study Physics, Chemistry, & Biology from NCERT textbooks

Solve Past Papers

Solve previous year's papers & mock tests

Time Management

Use effective time management strategies

Take Mock Tests

Regularly attempt full-length NEET mock tests


Read More: How to Prepare for NEET Exam 2025? (Tips & Tricks)


NEET 2025 Admit Card

Event

Date

NEET 2025 City Intimation Slip Release

April 26, 2025

NEET 2025 Admit Card Release

May 1, 2025

NEET 2025 Exam Date

May 4, 2025


NEET 2025 Result & Cutoff

Category

Cutoff Percentile

Cutoff Score

General (UR)

50th

720-137

SC/ST/OBC

40th

136-107

UR-PwD

45th

136-122


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Conclusion

The NEET UG 2025 examination and its subsequent counselling process are pivotal steps for aspiring medical and dental students in India. With the exam scheduled for May 4, 2025, and counselling beginning in July or August, candidates must stay vigilant and well-prepared. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) ensures a structured and transparent process through multiple rounds, including the Special Stray Vacancy Round, to maximize seat allocation. By closely following official updates from the NTA and MCC, candidates can navigate the NEET UG 2025 counselling process effectively, securing their path to a rewarding career in medicine.


NEET UG Counselling 2025: FAQs


Ques: How to Register for NEET UG Counselling 2025?

Ans. To register for NEET UG Counselling 2025, log in at mcc.nic.in and enter personal information as requested. Second step is to pay the registration fees and complete your registration by filling out the online form.


Ques: What is the last date to pay NEER UG counselling Round 3 fees 2025?

Ans. The last date to pay NEET UG counselling fees is between September 29th to October 5th, 2025.


Ques: Has the NEET UG Round 3 seat allotment result announced?

Ans. Yes, the NEET UG Round 3 seat allotment result has announced on October 23rd, 2025.