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Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2: What’s New, Key Dates & How to Prepare

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Puja Das • 10 Mins read • 3 Sep 25
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Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2 counselling registration will start on 9th September, 2025, in online mode at UP NEET website. Students can check Uttar Pradesh MBBS and BDS course admission 2025 round 2 admission date, merit list date, seat allotment date, choice filling and choice locking date mentioned in this blog. 

The Directorate of Medical Education and Research in Uttar Pradesh has declared the NEET undergraduate second-round counselling schedule for 2025 on its official website. Applicants interested in attending the UP NEET counseling round 2 should visit the official site to download the schedule. Applicants who did not register in the first round must register at UP-NEET website and pay the fees. The UP NEET predictor estimates the chance of NEET aspirants getting into government or private colleges. It depends on the basis of their NEET result, category, and the state quota. 

Applicants who wish to check the schedule for Uttar Pradesh Counseling round 2, can follow the official website of the UP NEET. Those who registered in the first round for Uttar Pradesh MBBS admission but did not pay can proceed after fee payment. Students who paid the registration fee of INR 2000 in the first round are exempt from paying it again for the second round of the UP NEET counseling method. The registration window for the Uttar Pradesh counseling method will be open soon. This counseling method allocated 85% of the state quota BDS and MBBS seats for both private and government colleges. The remaining 15% of seats are reserved under the AIQ managed by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)


Uttar Pradesh Counseling Round 2: Highlights

Key highlighting areas of the Uttar Pradesh Counseling Round 2 are identified below:

Particulars

Details

Counseling Round

Round 2

Round 2

Fresh Choice Filling and Upgradation allowed.

Required Exam

NEET

Eligibility

  • Students who want to upgrade their seats from Round 1.
  • Students were not allotted a seat in Round 1.
  • New students can also register.

Seat Allocation

85% state quota seats in dental and medical colleges

Important Dates

September 9 to 25, 2025

Registration Fees

INR 2000

Documents required

NEET 2025 admit card and score card, Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and certificates, domicile certificate, Valid Id proof, passport-size photographs, Allotment letter and caste certificate (if applicable).

Official Website

upneet.gov.in


What’s New in Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2

● No upgradation allowed from counselling Round 2.

● Students securing seats in Round 2 cannot resign or join subsequent rounds.

● Students who do not accept a seat in Round 2 should re-register for the Mop-Up round and forfeit their security deposit.


Important Dates for Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2

Important dates for Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2 are listed in this table:

Important Dates

Important Events

Choice Filling and Locking 

August 22 to August 26, 2025

Choice Locking 

August 26, 2025 (4:00 PM to 11:55 PM)

Processing of Seat Allotment

August 27th to August 28th, 2025

Result Declaration 

August 29, 2025


Important Official Website for Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2

Particulars

Websites

NEET 2025 Result

https://neet.nta.nic.in/

UP NEET Counselling 2025

upneet.gov.in

 

Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2: How to Prepare

Here is the complete step-by-step guide to the UP NEET counseling Round 2 serves detailed information. In the second round, the seats that were left unfilled after the 1st round will be filled by students who did not join because of upgrades, registrations, and non-reporting.

Particulars

Details

Eligibility

●      Students were not allotted a seat in Round 1.

●      Students who want to upgrade their seats from Round 1.

●      New students can also register.

Fresh Registration (if not registered earlier)

●      You can register as a new student by making the payment of the registration fee.

Choice Filling

●      Applicants both the new and the formerly existing ones are required to fill their choices again.

●      After registration, applicants can modify colleges from the last seat allotment list.

Seat Allotment

●      The students are allotted seats depending on the availability of seats and merit.

●      The allotment result is declared online.

Reporting to the College

●      Download the new allotment letter.

●      Report to the allotted college, submit documents, and pay the admission fee.


Read More :Uttar Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2025


Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2: Required Documents

Students will require the following documents for the Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2 method:

●      UP NEET 2025 hall ticket.

●      NEET 2025 scorecard.

●      Caste certificate (if applicable).

●      Two passport-sized photographs.

●      Domicile certificate (to meet eligible criteria).


Important Notes:

  •  Applicants who attend in Round 1 and were allotted seats need not register again for Round 2
  • Applicants who were not allotted seats in Round 1 are automatically eligible for Round 2 and need not pay the fees again.
  • Applicants who didn’t register for Round 1 require to register and pay the required fees for round 2
  • Admission to seats allotted in Round 2 is compulsory
  • Applicants admitted in Round 1 do not need to redeposit security money for Round 2
  • For detailed information, visit the official UP NEET website.


Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2: How to Register

●      Visit the official website (upneet.gov.in) and create an account.

●      Put your personal, education, and NEET 2025 details.

●      Upload a passport-sized photo, signature, and left thumb impression as particular by the exam authorities.

●      Finish the registration by paying the fee online.

●      Review all details and submit your application.


How does the Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2 process compare to Round 1?

Uttar Pradesh NEET UG Counselling Round 2 is a critical stage for Candidates seeking admission to MBBS and BDS courses in the dental and medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh. While the overall goal remains the same. It allocates seats depending on choices and merit. These are some key distinctions between Round 1 and Round 2.

Particulars

Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 1

Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2

Seat Availability

UP counselling Round 1 serves the largest and initial pool of seats, including the most sought-after branches and colleges. 

UP counselling round 2 fills seats that remained vacant after Round 1, either due to applicants not opting, resigning or joining for upgrades. 

Free Exit Option

A unique feature of Round 2 is the ‘free exit’ option. If allotted a seat, applicants can select to decline it without penalty and still attend in Round 2. 

Basically, the free exit option is not available in Round 2. If a seat is allotted and not joined, the security deposit is forfeited. 

Upgradation

Applicants can join an allotted seat in Round 1 and express willingness to upgrade to a better college or course in subsequent rounds. 

Applicants who joined a round 1 seat and opted for upgradation are automatically considered for a better choice depending on their merit and choices. 

Admission Finality 

Round 1 serves more flexibility regarding admission. Applicants can decline or accept an upgrade option.

Admission to seats allotted in Round 2 is generally considered more final, with consequences for not joining. 


Security Amount for Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2

Types of Colleges

Security Amount

Government Medical College

₹30000

Private Medical College

₹200000

Private Dental College

₹100000


Registration Fee for Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2

For those applicants attending in the second round of counseling who have not registered in the first round of counseling, it will be mandatory for such applicants to register online on the website by depositing the registration fee of INR 2000. Applicants who have already deposited the registration fee are not required to register or deposit fee again. 

Particulars

Details

Registration Fee

INR 2000


Read More: Uttar Pradesh Counselling 2025 Fee Payment


Conclusion

NEET counseling 2025 is a relevant stage to secure admission into medical studies. With four rounds, including state and AIQ counseling, students must stay updated on document requirements, eligibility, and deadlines. Comprehending seat allotment rules, fee structures, and choice filling confirms a smooth method. For more related details applicants can check the official website of UP NEET or Select Your University

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2?

Ans. Students should qualify the NEET UG exam. As well as, applicants should complete class 12 with Physics, biology, chemistry and English as mandatory subjects. The minimum score required is 40% for reserved category and 45% for unreserved category. 


Ques. What are the key dates and deadlines for Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2?

Ans. For UP NEET UG counselling round 2, the key dates are choice filling and locking will be from August 22nd to 26th, 2025, with choice locking particularly from 4 pm to 11:55 pm on August 26th. The seat allotment method will take place from August 27th to 28th, and the results will be published on August 29th.  


Ques. How does the Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2 process compare to Round 1?

Ans. UP Counselling Round 2 serves the initial and largest pool of seats whereas Round 2fills seats that remained vacant after Round 1. In addition, applicants who did not register in Round 1 of counselling can register fresh for Round 2. Moreover, applicants should review the seat matrix for Round 2, which will reflect only the vacant seats after Round 1. 


Ques. What are the cut-off ranks and scores typically observed in Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2?

Ans. Securing a government MBBS seat in Round 2 typically needs a score of more than 610. For top government colleges such as George’ Medical University, Moti Lal Nehru College and GSVM Medical College, the closing rank consistently falls within AIR 2000 to 20000 for general category. 


Ques. What is the procedure for document verification during Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2?

Ans. Document verification is a crucial part of the Uttar Pradesh NEET Counselling Round 2 method. It confirms the authenticity of your credentials and your eligibility for admission. This process includes online registration, physical document verification, choice filling and locking and seat allotment and admission. 


Ques. Can I directly attend the UP counseling round 2 of NEET without attending the Round 1 counseling?

Ans. Yes, you can directly attend the UP counseling round 2 of NEET without attending the round 1 counseling.


Ques. Can I apply for the Uttar Pradesh Counselling Round 2 of NEET if I have not been allotted a seat in the first round?

Ans. If it is AIQ counseling, then you should apply freshly for UP counseling round 2 and it doesn't matter whether you are allotted or not allotted a seat in the first round.


Ques. Can I apply for the NEET registration 2nd round stage registration?

Ans. Yes, you can, in previous years there was an option that if you did not apply for round 1 you could apply for 2nd round with a registration fee.


Ques. I have registered and paid for the NEET counseling but could not apply for round 1, do I have to register for round 2 again?

Ans. No, you do not have to register again for the counseling.


Ques. Can I take part in the UP counseling round 2 of NEET if I do not get into college in the 1st round?

Ans. Yes, you can take part in UP counseling round 2, if you did not get any college in the first round but will have to register yourself again.


Ques. Can a student register for the UP counseling round 2 of NEET if I missed registering for the first round during the allotted days?

Ans. Yes, you can register for UP counseling round 2 if you missed earlier to register for round 1 of counseling due to any reason.