NEET PG AIQ Counselling 2025: Revised Schedule, Process, Eligibility & Key Updates

Latest Update

• MCC has officially released the schedule for NEET PG 2025 Counselling Round 2 on its official website, mcc.ac.in. Check Here
• The registration and fee payment process of Round 2 is scheduled to conduct from December 5 to December 9, 2025.
• The choice filling for NEET PG 2025 Round 2 Counselling will take place from December 6 to December 9, 2025 (till 11:55 PM).
• Candidates are allowed to lock their choices on December 9 from 4:00 PM till 11:55 PM.
• Processing of seat allotment will be conducted from December 10 to December 11, 2025.
• The seat allotment result for NEET PG 2025 All India Quota Round 2 Counselling is scheduled to be declared on December 12, 2025.
• Candidates allotted seats under NEET PG 2025 Counselling Round 2 can complete joining and reporting between December 13 and December 21, 2025.
• Verification of joined candidates by institutes will take place from December 22 to December 23, 2025.

Understanding the NEET PG AIQ counselling 2025 process is crucial If you are an MBBS graduate preparing to pursue a postgraduate medical degree. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts this centralized counselling for 50% of PG seats in government medical colleges across India. The counselling is purely based on the  NEET PG exam score, which serves as the qualifying criteria for admission to postgraduate medical courses.

The NEET PG 2025 counselling dates for AIQ have been officially released by the MCC. The authority has also issued an information bulletin containing major guidelines for NRI and PwBD candidates. These include:

• MCC has introduced a revised priority system for allotting seats to Non-Resident Indian (NRI) candidates.
• PwBD candidates must possess a valid UDID card (Unique Disability ID) as guidelines issued by MCC.

Let’s go through the blog and be well informed about every aspect of NEET PG AIQ counselling.

NEET PG AIQ Counselling 2025: Quick Highlights

Here is a snapshot of the essential details about NEET PG All India Quota counselling 2025 to help you get started.

NEET PG AIQ Counselling: Important Dates 2025

Here is the official schedule for key events related to NEET PG AIQ 2025 counselling.

NEET PG AIQ Counselling: Eligibility Criteria

To participate in the NEET PG AIQ counselling process, you must:

• Be an Indian citizen.
• Hold an MBBS degree from a recognized institution.
• Have completed your internship on or before the prescribed date.
• Have a valid NEET PG 2025 score.
• Be registered provisionally or permanently with the NMC/MCI or State Medical Council.

NEET PG AIQ Counselling: Documents Required

Here is a checklist of documents you will need during the NEET PG AIQ counselling and admission processes.

• NEET PG Admit Card
• NEET PG Scorecard
• MBBS Marksheet
• MBBS Degree Certificate
• Provisional Registration Certificate Issued by MCI
• Internship Completion Certificate
• Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Passport-Size Photographs
• ID Proofs (Aadhar/PAN)

NEET PG All India Quota: Counselling Process

The NEET PG All India Quota (AIQ) counselling is conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee for 50% of the total postgraduate (MD/MS/Diploma) seats in government medical colleges across India. The process is conducted online and involves multiple rounds.

Below is a step-by-step breakdown of the counselling process.

Step 1: Check Eligibility

Before registering, ensure you meet all the required eligibility criteria, including academic, NEET score, and nationality.

Step 2: Registration

Visit the official MCC PG Counselling portal and complete your registration. You need to provide personal and academic details and pay:

• Registration Fee (non-refundable)
• Security Deposit (refundable after counselling)

Step 3: Choice Filling & Locking

Select your preferred colleges and PG courses (MD/MS/Diploma). You can modify these until you finalize and lock your choices before the deadline.

Step 4: Seat Allotment

MCC will release the seat allotment results based on your NEET PG rank, category, and choices filled. If allotted a seat, download the allotment letter.

Step 5: Reporting to Allotted College

Report to the allotted college with your documents to confirm admission. Failing to report will forfeit your seat and deposit.

Step 6: Further Rounds

If you are not allotted a seat or wish to upgrade, you can participate in:

• Round 2
• Mop-Up Round
• Stray Vacancy Round

Each round follows the same process of registration (if required), choice filling, allotment, and reporting.

NEET PG AIQ Counselling 2025: Registration Fee

To participate in the NEET PG counselling, candidates will have to pay a certain amount of fees. The counselling fees have two components: first is refundable and another one is non-refundable. The NEET PG Counselling fees can be paid in online mode. The table below shows the NEET PG Counselling fees 2025.

NEET PG All India Quota: Seat Matrix

In 2025, NEET PG counselling witnessed delay and the reasons were the indecision over NEET PG counselling seat matrix.

The NEET PG seat matrix AIQ represents the total number of seats available under the All India Quota in various government medical colleges across India.

• 50% of seats in all government medical colleges (except for a few states) are reserved for AIQ counselling.
• These seats are distributed across MD, MS, and PG Diploma programs in various clinical and non-clinical specializations.
• The seat matrix varies each year based on college intake, accreditation status, and new additions by the NMC (National Medical Commission).
• The total AIQ seats approximately amount to around 25,000 to 26,000 seats, which is 50% of total government and deemed university seats available across India.

Note: It is advised to use the latest seat matrix to plan your preferences smartly during choice filling.

Read More: NEET PG Seat Matrix 2025

Conclusion

To increase your chances of a successful admission through NEET PG AIQ counselling process, you have to be well-prepared and informed about the eligibility, registration process, document verification, and seat allotment. Stay updated with the MCC’s updates and approach each round effectively and efficiently.

All the best for your medical career ahead!

FAQs: NEET PG AIQ Counselling 2025

Ques. When will NEET PG AIQ Counselling 2025 begin?

Ans. NEET PG Counselling Round 1 has already started on 17th October 2025. The process is currently ongoing.

Ques. Who conducts the NEET AIQ Counselling?

Ans. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare conducts the counselling online.

Ques. How many rounds of counselling are there?

Ans. There are four rounds:

• Round 1
• Round 2
• Mop-Up Round
• Stray Vacancy Round

Ques. Is registration required for every round?

Ans. Registration is mandatory for Round 1. For Round 2 and Mop-Up, fresh registration may be required depending on the participation rules outlined by MCC.

Ques. Can I change my college after seat allotment?

Ans. If you are not satisfied with your Round 1 allotment, you can opt for an upgrade in Round 2. However, after Mop-Up and Stray Vacancy rounds, no further changes are allowed.