NEET-UG 2024: Counseling Schedule, Fees & More

NEET UG 2024 Counselling: Schedule, Fees and More

August 6, 2024
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The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced the schedule for NEET UG Counselling 2024, which will commence on August 14,2024. The detailed counselling schedule has been released, and the MCC has requested all medical colleges to submit their MBBS seat matrices by July 20 via the official portal.

Candidates who have successfully passed the NEET exam are eligible to participate in the NEET UG Counselling 2024 through the official website. The counselling process will be conducted in multiple counselling rounds to allocate seats in MBSS, BDS, AYUSH, and Veterinary courses.

Stay tuned for the latest updates on NEET Counselling 2024, including eligibility criteria, required documents, registration counselling fees, the counselling process and detailed instructions on how to apply.

 

NEET-UG 2024 Counselling Schedule (Central and State Counselling)

The NEET 2024 exam took place on May 5, 2024, with the initial results announced on June 4, 2024. Following a re-evaluation, the NTA released the revised results on July 26, 2024. Based on this timeline, NEET 2024 counselling is anticipated to commence shortly approximately a month after the results are finalized. The counselling process is expected to extend over four to five months and may include up to six rounds, depending on the number of available seats.

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) operating under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), will manage the counselling dates for NEET 2024. This includes the allocation of 1,09,145 MBBS seats and 27,868 BDS seats across India. Additionally, 1,000 B.sc Nursing seats will also be allocated through the MCC NEET counselling process.

NEET UG 2024 Counselling Procedure Overview
Country India
Conducting Organization Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)
Counselling NEET UG 2024
Course Offered MBBS and BDS courses
Academic Year 2024-25
NEET 2024 Counselling Registration Date 14 August, 2024
NEET 2024 Counselling Registration Fee Rs.1000/for General/OBC/EWS candidates, Rs.500/for SC/ST/PwD candidates
NEET 2024 Counselling Eligibility Criteria Candidates must have qualified NEET UG 2024 and meet the specifies age criteria
NEET 2024 Counselling Process
        1. Registration
        2. Choice Filling
        3. Seat Allotment
        4. Uploading of Documents
        5. College Reporting
NEET 2024 Counselling Duration Four to five months with approximately six rounds based on the number of vacant seats
Seat Availability 1,09,145 MBBS, 27,868 BDS, and around 1,000 Bsc Nursing seats allocated through MCC NEET counselling

 

NEET UG Counselling 2024 Schedule (Round-wise)

The tables below presents the tentative months for the NEET 2024 Counselling events:

Round 1 Counselling Schedule

Events Date
Verification of Tentative Seat Matrix by the Participating Institutes and NMC 14th Aug – 16th Aug 2024
Registration/Payment 14th Aug – 2oth Aug 2024 (Payment till 20th Aug, 12:00 PM)
Choice Filling 16th Aug – 20th Aug 2024
Choice Locking Locking till 20th Aug, 11:55 PM
Processing of Seat Allotment 21st Aug – 22nd Aug 2024
Counselling Result 23rd Aug 2024
Reporting/Joining at College 24th Aug – 29th Aug 2024
Verification of Joined Candidates Data by Institutes 30th Aug – 31st Aug 2024

 

Round 2 Counselling Schedule

Events Date
Verification of Tentative Seat Matrix by the Participating Institutes 4th Sept – 5th Sept 2024
Registration/Payment 5th Sept – 10th Sept 2024 (Payment till 10th Sept, 12:00 PM)
Choice Filling 6th Sept – 10th Sept 2024
Choice Locking Locking till 10th Sept, 11:55 PM
Processing of Seat Allotment 11th Sept – 12th Sept 2024
Counselling Result 13th Sept 2024
Reporting/Joining at College 14th Sept – 20th Sept 2024
Verification of Joined Candidates Data by Institutes 21st Sept – 22nd Sept 2024

 

Round 3 Counselling Schedule

Events Date
Verification of Tentative Seat Matrix by the Participating Institutes 25th Sept – 26th Sept 2024
Registration/Payment 26th Sept – 2nd Oct 2024 (Payment till 2nd Oct, 12:00 PM)
Choice Filling 27th Sept – 2nd Oct 2024
Choice Locking Locking till 2nd Oct, 11:55 PM
Processing of Seat Allotment 3rd Oct – 4th Oct 2024
Counselling Result 5th Oct 2024
Reporting/Joining at College 6th Oct – 12th Oct 2024
Verification of Joined Candidates Data by Institutes 13th Oct – 15th Oct 2024

 

Stray Vacancy Round Counselling Schedule

Events Date
Verification of Tentative Seat Matrix by the Participating Institutes 16th Oct 2024
Registration/Payment 16th Oct – 20th Oct 2024 (Payment till 20th Oct, 12:00 PM)
Choice Filling 17th Oct – 20th Oct 2024
Choice Locking Locking till 20th Oct, 11:55 PM
Processing of Seat Allotment 21st Oct – 22nd Oct 2024
Counselling Result 23rd Oct 2024
Reporting/Joining at College 24th Oct – 30th Oct 2024

 

NEET UG 2024 Counselling Eligibility Criteria

This table outlines the eligibility requirements for NEET 2024 Counselling, ensuring that all candidates have a clear understanding of the criteria they must meet to participate.

Eligibility Criteria Details
Qualifying Marks
  • General Category: Candidates must achieve at least the 50th percentile in NEET-UG 2024.
  • SC/ST/OBC Categories: Candidates must attain a minimum of the 40th percentile.
  • Candidates with Benchmark Disabilities: Candidates must secure at least the 45th percentile in NEET-UG 2024.
Nationality Indian citizens, Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs), and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) are eligible.
Cut-off
  • The NEET 2024 cut-off determines eligibility for both the 85% State Quota and the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats.
  • Candidates who meet or exceed the NEET 2024 cut-off must register for counselling to be considered for seat allocation.

 

How to Apply for NEET UG 2024 Counselling

Follow these step-by-step instructions to apply for NEET UG 2024 counselling:

  • Visit the MCC Website: Go to https://mcc.nic.in/.
  • Open the Navigation Menu: Click on the menu icon to access the navigation options.
  • Select “UG Medical”: Choose “UG Medical” from the menu.
  • Go to “Important Links”: Navigate to the “Important Links” section.
  • Click on “Registration”: Find and click the “Registration” link.
  • Enter Your Details: Fill in the required basic details in the registration form.
  • Complete Registration: Follow the provided instructions to complete the registration process.
  • Proceed to Choice Filling: After registering move on to the choice filling and locking stage.
  • Select Preferences: Choose your preferred colleges and courses based on availability and your eligibility.
  • Lock and Submit: Finalize your choices lock your selections, and submit your preferences.

NEET-UG 2024 Counselling Fee

Eligible Candidates are required to submit two kinds of tuition fees (Non-Refundable Registration Fee and Refundable Security Amount) at the time of registration for the counselling.

For 15% All India Quota/Central Universities (DU, AMU, BHU, and Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi)/AFMC& ESI/All AIIMS/JIPMER/B.Sc. Nursing:

  • Non-Refundable Registration Fee: Rs. 1000/- for UR/EWS candidates & Rs. 500/- For SC/ ST/ OBC/ PwD candidates.
  • Refundable Security Amount: Rs.10,000/- for UR/EWS candidates & Rs. 5,000/- for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates.

Example,

Any UR candidate opting for Central Universities/AFMC/ ESI will pay Rs. 1000 + Rs. 10,000= Rs. 11,000 at the time of registration.

Any SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidate will pay Rs. 500 + Rs.5,000 = Rs. 5,500 at the time of registration.

 

For Deemed Universities:

  • Non-Refundable Registration Fee: Rs. 5000/- (same for all candidates)
  • Refundable Security Amount: Rs. 2, 00,000/-

Example,

Any candidate opting for Deemed University will have to pay Rs 5000/- Non-Refundable fee + Rs 2,00,000/- Refundable security amount at the time of at the time of registration.

 

List of Open Seats-Domicile Free

Open seats-domicile free includes:

  • 15% All India Quota seats MBBS/BDS Seats of States
  • 100% MBBS/BDS Seats of BHU OPEN
  • AIIMS Open seats- 100% MBBS Seats of AIIMS across India
  • JIPMER Open Seats (Puducherry/Karaikal)
  • AMU Open Seats
  • 15% All India Quota Seats of DU/IP University (VMMC/ABVIMS/ESIC Dental)
  • Jamia Open Seats- Faculty of Dentistry (Jamia Milia Islamia)
  • 15% All India Quota Seats of ESIC

 

List of Documents Required at the time of Joining/Reporting in Allotted Medical/Dental/Nursing College

  • Allotment Letter issued by MCC
  • Admit Cards of Exam issued by NTA
  • Result/Rank letter issued by NTA
  • Date of Birth Certificate (if Metric Certificate does not bear the same)
  • Class 10th Certificate
  • Class 10+2 Certificate and Marksheet
  • Eight (8) Passport size photographs same as affixed on the application form
  • Proof of identity (Aadhar/PAN/Driving Licence/Passport)
  • SC/ST Certificate (if applicable)
  • OBC-NCL as per Central List certificate (if applicable)
  • Disability Certificate issued from a duly constituted and authorized Medical Board in an online format by the designated centres as per NMC norms (if applicable)
  • EWS Certificate (if applicable)

For NRI candidates following essential documents are mandatory:

  • Passport copy of sponsor, embassy certificate.
  • Sponsorship affidavit (stating that the sponsor is ready to bear the expenses for the whole duration of the study).
  • Relationship Affidavit (Relation of Candidate with the sponsor).

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