NEET UG 2025 Round 2: The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially started the NEET UG Counselling 2025 Round 2 registration process today, August 21, 2025. The registration window will remain open till 12 noon on August 26, 2025, giving NEET UG qualified candidates a fresh opportunity to secure MBBS and BDS seats under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ).
At the same time, the Round 1 seat resignation process is underway. Candidates who were allotted seats in the first round but wish to surrender them can do so before 5 PM on August 25, 2025, without losing their security deposit.
NEET Counselling 2025 Overview
NEET UG counselling is conducted by MCC for admission to:
| NEET UG Counselling Guide 2025 | |
|---|---|
| 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 |
- 15% AIQ MBBS seats across government medical colleges in India
- BDS seats in participating dental colleges
- Central and deemed universities, AIIMS, and JIPMER
Candidates who qualified for NEET UG 2025 are eligible to register and participate in Round 2, regardless of whether they participated in Round 1 or not.
NEET UG 2025 Round 2 Registration: Key Dates
Here is the updated schedule released by MCC for NEET UG 2025 Round 2 Registration:
Join NEET News 2025 | Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Registration Process | August 21 – August 26, 2025 (till 12 noon) |
| Fee Payment Deadline | August 26, 2025 (till 3 PM) |
| Choice Filling | August 22 – August 26, 2025 (till 11:55 PM) |
| Choice Locking | August 26, 2025 (4 PM – 11:55 PM) |
| Seat Allotment Result | August 29, 2025 |
| Reporting to Allotted Institute | August 30 – September 5, 2025 |
Note: Round 1 seat resignation deadline is August 25, 2025 (5 PM). Candidates who resign before this deadline will not face forfeiture of their security deposit.
How to Register for NEET UG 2025 Round 2
Candidates can complete their Round 2 registration in a few simple steps:
- Visit the MCC official website- mcc.nic.in
- Click on the UG Medical Counselling 2025 link.
- Select the New Registration (Round 2) option.
- Log in using your NEET UG roll number and password.
- Fill in personal and academic details as required.
- Upload documents (NEET scorecard, identity proof, category certificate if applicable).
- Pay the registration fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation slip for records.
Who Should Apply in Round 2?
- Fresh candidates who did not register in Round 1.
- Round 1 seat holders who wish to upgrade.
- Resigned/withdrawn candidates who gave up their Round 1 seats before August 25 deadline.
Round 2 brings newly added seats, upgraded options, and second chances for students who missed out earlier. Many premium medical colleges release vacant seats after resignations and non-reporting cases, giving aspirants better chances of securing top institutes.
Tip for NEET Student
- Resign wisely: If you are unsure about your Round 1 seat, it’s better to resign before the August 25 deadline to retain your security deposit.
- Choice filling strategy: Always list colleges in order of preference and lock choices before the deadline.
- Double-check documents: Any mismatch in documents may lead to cancellation of seat allotment.
NEET UG 2025 Round 2 is a golden chance for students aiming for better colleges and courses. With deadlines closing soon, aspirants must act quickly and carefully to maximise their chances.
