NEET UG 2025 Round 1 Counselling: The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has extended the Round 1 schedule of the NEET UG Counselling 2025 again. The extension follows several requests from PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) candidates, who are still in the process of obtaining valid disability certificates from designated centres.
This change provides the final opportunity for all NEET-qualified candidates participating in the All India Quota (AIQ) counselling, including admissions to MBBS, BDS, and B.Sc. Nursing and AYUSH courses under the MCC portal.
Here’s all you need to know about the revised NEET UG 2025 counselling schedule, what it means for choice filling, and how you should plan your next steps.
| NEET UG Counselling Guide 2025 | |
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| State-wise MBBS/BDS Counselling Guide eBook 2025 | 📥 Download |
| MCC NEET UG Counselling Guide eBook 2025 | 📥 Download |
| AACCC AYUSH NEET Counselling Guide eBook 2025 | 📥 Download |
Revised Schedule for NEET UG 2025 Round 1 Counselling
As per the official notice issued by MCC, the re-extended Round 1 schedule is as follows:
| Counselling Event | New Deadline / Dates |
|---|---|
| Registration | Extended until 1:00 PM, August 3, 2025 |
| Payment of Counselling Fee | Extended until 4:00 PM, August 3, 2025 |
| Choice Filling | Extended until 11:59 PM, August 3, 2025 |
| Choice Locking | From 6:00 PM to 11:59 PM, August 3, 2025 |
| Seat Allotment Processing | August 4 – August 5, 2025 |
| Round 1 Result Declaration | August 6, 2025 |
| Reporting to Allotted Colleges | August 7 – August 11, 2025 |
Why the MCC Extended NEET UG 2025 Round 1 Counselling Again?
The MCC listened to the rising number of appeals from PwBD candidates who are still undergoing the mandatory medical evaluation at authorised disability centers.
Join NEET News 2025 Since a valid disability certificate is essential to claim a reservation under the PwBD category, and delays were reported at multiple centers, the committee decided to extend the deadline across all Round 1 activities to ensure fairness and inclusivity.
This decision has been welcomed by student communities, and also acknowledged the MCC’s responsive approach to candidate welfare and equal opportunity in NEET 2025 AIQ counselling.
Note: If you haven’t locked in your choice filling strategy or faced challenges uploading documents or paying fees, now is your chance to complete the process.
NEET UG 2025 Round 1 Counselling: How to Register
If you’re a registered candidate or planning to register, here’s a quick checklist:
Complete Registration by Aug 3, 1:00 PM
- Visit the official MCC website mcc.nic.in
- Select “UG Medical Counselling”
- Complete your Round 1 registration using your NEET 2025 credentials.
Pay the Counselling Fee Before 4:00 PM
- The fee can be paid online via debit/credit cards or UPI.
- Ensure you receive a confirmation message and download the fee receipt.
Fill and Lock Your College Choices
- You can modify your choices until 11:59 PM on August 3.
- Locking is mandatory between 6:00 PM – 11:59 PM on August 3.
- After locking, download your Choice Slip PDF for future reference.
Important Notes for MCC NEET 2025 Counselling
- Auto-locking: If you forget to lock choices, your last saved preferences will be auto-locked at 11:59 PM.
- No changes allowed after locking: Once choices are locked, you cannot edit them.
- Reporting is mandatory: If allotted a seat in Round 1, you must report. Non-reporting can lead to loss of seat and security deposit.
- Free exit: It is available in Round 1- if allotted a seat, but if you don’t report, you won’t be penalised.
- Document checklist: Ensure you’re ready with NEET scorecard, admit card, class 10/12 mark sheets, ID proof, caste certificate (if applicable), and PwBD certificate (if claiming reservation).
Tips For MCC Counselling Choice Filling
As you finalise your preferences during the extended window, keep these tips in mind:
- Research College Cut-Offs: Check the previous year’s NEET AIQ cut-off ranks to understand which colleges are realistic for your score.
- Mix Government & Private Colleges: Make a balanced list of dream, realistic, and safe colleges. Include deemed universities if financially viable.
- Order Matters: List colleges in your true preference order – the MCC algorithm allots the highest available option.
- Don’t List Colleges You Won’t Join: Avoid adding colleges just to fill slots if you’re unwilling to accept admission there.
Read Also: MCC Choice Filling Guide for NEET 2025: Below 10k, 10k-50k, 50k-1 Lakh, and Beyond
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