MCC Adds 147 MBBS Seats: In a major relief for NEET UG 2025 aspirants, the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) has announced the addition of 147 MBBS seats in NEET UG 2025 Round 3.
According to the official notification, several government and deemed medical colleges across Assam, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal have added fresh seats across various quotas and categories.
The notice was officially published on 17 October 2025 on the MCC website and candidates are advised to check the updated seat matrix and exercise choice filling accordingly.
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MCC Adds 147 MBBS Seats: Key Highlights
- Additional MBBS seats have been added in Round 3 of UG Counselling 2025.
- The update includes ESIC, Government, and Deemed Medical Colleges.
- Multiple categories, such as UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, and PwD have received seat additions.
- Candidates can revise or freshly submit choices for the newly added seats.
- MCC advises all students to remain in touch with the official website for further instructions and round updates.
NEET UG 2025 Round 3: MCC Adds 147 MBBS Seats
The following table lists the medical colleges and seat additions as per MCC’s notice:
| State | Institute Name | Quota | Category | Seats Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assam | ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Beltola | ESIC-IP (EWS/OBC/SC/ST/UR/PH) | Multiple | 25 |
| Assam | ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Beltola | AIQ (UR/EWS/OBC/SC/ST/PH) | Multiple | 8 |
| Assam | Pragjyotishpur Medical College, Guwahati | AIQ (UR/EWS/OBC/SC) | Multiple | 7 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Government Medical College, Anantnag | AIQ (UR/EWS/OBC/SC/ST) | Multiple | 8 |
| Jharkhand | MGM Medical College, Jamshedpur | AIQ (UR/EWS/OBC/SC/ST) | Multiple | 8 |
| Karnataka | Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belagavi | NRI & Deemed Quota | OP | 50 |
| Uttar Pradesh | ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Varanasi | ESIC-IP (UR/EWS/OBC/SC/ST/PH) | Multiple | 25 |
| Uttar Pradesh | ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Varanasi | AIQ (UR/EWS/OBC/SC/PH) | Multiple | 8 |
| West Bengal | Raiganj Government Medical College | AIQ (UR/EWS/OBC/SC/ST) | Multiple | 8 |
Total Seats Added: 147 MBBS seats (Approximate)
Total Institutions Covered: 6 states, 8 medical colleges
State-Wise Breakdown
1. Assam
- ESIC Medical College, Beltola (Guwahati) added both ESIC-IP and AIQ seats for UR, EWS, OBC, SC, and ST categories.
- Pragjyotishpur Medical College added 7 new AIQ MBBS seats, giving additional opportunities to NEET-qualified students in the Northeast.
2. Jammu & Kashmir
- Government Medical College, Anantnag included 8 new AIQ seats across UR, EWS, OBC, SC, and ST categories.
- This is a significant development since J&K students have recently gained access to AIQ counselling participation.
3. Jharkhand
- MGM Medical College, Jamshedpur, added 8 new AIQ MBBS seats, diversifying category options and easing cut-offs slightly in Round-3.
4. Karnataka
- Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Belagavi announced 50 additional MBBS seats, including 7 NRI quota seats and 43 Deemed/Paid Quota seats.
- This addition will benefit both Indian and NRI candidates seeking admission under the Deemed University category.
5. Uttar Pradesh
- ESIC Medical College, Varanasi added 33 MBBS seats in total — 25 under ESIC-IP quota and 8 under AIQ.
- These additions will likely reduce competition among IP quota candidates and enhance seat availability for general and reserved categories.
6. West Bengal
- Raiganj Government Medical College added 8 AIQ seats across UR, EWS, OBC, SC, and ST categories, improving opportunities for aspirants in the eastern zone.
What It Means for NEET UG 2025 Round 3 Candidates
The addition of 147 MBBS seats in Round 3 of MCC counselling is a welcome boost for students still waiting for allotment.
Join NEET News 2025 Here’s why this matters:
- Increased Chances of Allotment: More seats mean improved odds for candidates to secure a government or ESIC college seat.
- Category-Wise Balance: Fresh seats across EWS, OBC, SC, ST, and UR categories ensure equitable distribution.
- Flexibility in Choice Filling: Candidates who were earlier waitlisted can now rearrange preferences during the Round-3 choice filling window.
- ESIC Families Benefit: A large number of additions in the ESIC-IP quota benefit insured families seeking affordable MBBS education.
- Wider State Representation: Inclusion of new seats from Assam, Jharkhand, and J&K enhances regional access to medical education.
What Candidates Should Do Next
- Visit the official MCC portal: www.mcc.nic.in
- Go to the UG Counselling 2025 section.
- Check the updated seat matrix for Round-3.
- Modify or refill choices to include newly added colleges/seats.
- Keep a close eye on Round-3 allotment result dates and reporting deadlines.
“Candidates are advised to remain in touch with the MCC website for further updates. The newly added seats are available for choice filling in Round-3 of UG Counselling 2025.”
– Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)
The MCC’s decision to expand the Round-3 seat matrix brings new hope to NEET UG 2025 aspirants who missed earlier rounds.
With 147 new MBBS seats added across 8 medical colleges, students have one more opportunity to secure their dream college.
Candidates are strongly advised to revisit their preferences immediately and stay updated through the official MCC portal for subsequent announcements.
