New Delhi: The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, has announced that candidates allotted seats in Round 1 of NEET UG 2025 counselling will now be allowed to resign without forfeiting their security deposit. This news came as a big relief to many NEET UG aspirants.
Resignation Window
According to the official notice, candidates who wish to surrender their Round 1 reported seats can do so between 11:00 AM on August 21, 2025, and 5:00 PM on August 25, 2025.
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Key Instructions for Candidates
- Physical Reporting Mandatory: Candidates must visit their allotted college in person to resign their seat.
- Online Resignation Letter: The resignation will only be valid if the college generates an online resignation letter through the MCC portal. Failure to obtain this document will render the resignation null and void.
Why this Decision by MCC
The decision comes after MCC received several requests from candidates who reported their seats in Round 1 but later sought to withdraw due to personal, academic, or preference-related reasons.
By allowing withdrawal without losing the security deposit, MCC has ensured that candidates retain the flexibility to participate in further rounds of counselling or explore other opportunities.
Join NEET News 2025 Candidates planning to resign should strictly adhere to the timeline and instructions to avoid complications. MCC has clarified that only properly documented resignations will be accepted.
For more details, students are advised to check the official MCC website or contact their allotted institutions directly.
