NEET Counselling Procedure 2023: Dates (OUT), Fees, Schedule, How to Apply

NEET Counselling Procedure

Do you wish to join the Top medical colleges in the country? Then you can apply for NEET 2023 Counselling and Seat Allotment after qualifying NEET 2023 Exam.

National Eligibility cum Entrance Test is a single medical entrance test for candidates seeking admission in MBBS/ BDS courses offered by various medical colleges of the country.

NEET Counselling 2023 will be conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee. The counselling for NEET 2023 will be done to fill the 15% All India Quota Seats. The remaining 85% seats will be filled by NEET State Counselling 2023. The NEET AIQ counselling process in 2023 will be separated into four rounds: round 1, round 2, mop up, and stray vacancy.

The candidates can check here the complete details about NEET 2023 Counselling and Seat Allotment. Let’s have a look.

NEET is the only entrance examination for admission to 107798 MBBS, 26,949 BDS, 52,720 AYUSH, and 525 BVSc & AH seats, respectively, in 704 medical and 300 dental colleges. Candidates are advised to read the article on NEET 2023 counselling to know crucial details such as dates, process, fees and more.

    NEET UG 2023 Important Link

    NEET UG Notification 2023Click Here
    NEET UG Eligibility Criteria 2023Click Here
    NEET UG Exam Pattern 2023Click Here
    NEET UG Result 2023Click Here
    NEET UG Syllabus 2023Click Here
    NEET UG Admit Card 2023Click Here
    NEET UG Cut-Off 2023Click Here
    NEET UG Counselling 2023Click Here
    NEET UG Seat Matrix 2023Click Here

    NEET UG Counselling 2023 -Overview

    FactorsParticulars
    Name of Counselling NEET Counselling 2023
    Conducting BodiesAIQ- By Directorate General of Health Sciences (DGHS) for the National Medical CouncilState Quota – Respective state authorities
    Counselling WebsiteAIQ- mcc.nic.in
    State Quota – List of NEET Counselling Conducting Authority given below
    Seat IntakeAIQ – 15% of Govt Seats, 100% of Deemed and Central University seats, ESIC, AFMC, AIIMS and JIPMER seatsState Quota – 85% of Govt seats, 100% of private seats of the state

    MCC NEET Counselling 2023 Important Dates (OUT)

    NEET 2023 Counselling dates for 15% All India Quota is announced by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) after the declaration of NEET Results and Cut Off Marks. The counselling for NEET 2023 will be held through online mode. Check out the NEET Counselling Dates 2023 in the below table.

    MCC NEET UG Counselling Schedule (Round 1)

    EventDates
    Release of Seat Matrix 20th July 2023 to 21st July 2023
    NEET UG 2023 counselling registration20th July 2023, to 25th July 2023 (up to12:00 NOON) only as per Server Time
    Payment facility will be available up to08:00 PM of 25th July 2023 as per Server Time
    Round 1 NEET 2023 counselling22nd July 2023 to 26th July 2023 (up to 11:55 P.M of 26th July 2023) only as per Server Time
    Choice Locking will be available from03:00 P.M of 26th July 2023 up to 11:55 P.M of 26th July 2023 as per Server Time
    Processing of Seat Allotment27th July 2023 to 28th July 2023
    Round 1 Provisional Seat Allotment Result 29th July, 2023
    Uploading of documents by
    the candidates on MCC portal
    30th July 2023
    Reporting/ Joining31st July 2023 to 4th Aug 2023
    Verification of Joined candidates Data by institutes Sharing of data by MCC5th Aug 2023 to 6th Aug 2023

    MCC NEET UG Counselling Schedule (Round 2)

    EventDates
    Release of Seat Matrix 7th Aug 2023 to 8th Aug 2023
    Registration facility will be available from9th Aug 2023 to 14th Aug 2023 upto 12:00 NOON as per Server Time
    Payment facility will be available up to08:00 PM of 14th Aug 2023 as per Server Time
    Round 2 NEET 2023 counselling16th Aug 2023 to 17th Aug 2023
    Choice Locking will be available from03:00 P.M of 15th Aug 2023 up to 11:55 PM on 15th Aug., 2023 as per Server Time
    Processing of Seat Allotment16th Aug 2023 to 17th Aug, 2023
    Result18th Aug 2023
    Uploading of documents by
    the candidates on MCC portal
    19th Aug 2023
    Reporting/ Joining20th Aug 2023 to 28th Aug 2023
    Verification of Joined candidates Data by institutes Sharing of data by MCC29th Aug., 2023 to 30th Aug., 2023

    MCC NEET UG Counselling Schedule (Round 3)

    EventDates
    Registration facility will be available from31st Aug. 2023 to 4th Sept. 2023 (12:00 NOON as per Server Time)
    Payment facility will be available up to4th Sept., 2023 (till 08:00 PM ) as per Server Time
    Round 3 NEET 2023 counselling1st Sept. 2023 to 5th Sept 2023 (till 11:55 PM) as per Server Time
    Choice Locking will be available from03:00 P.M of 5th Sept. 2023, upto 11:55 PM of 5th Sept. 2023 as per Server Time
    Processing of Seat Allotment6th Sept 2023 to 7th Sept. 2023
    Result8th Sept 2023
    Uploading of documents by
    the candidates on the MCC portal
    8th Sept. 2023
    Reporting/ Joining10th Sept 2023 to 18th Sept 2023
    Verification of Joined candidates Data by institutes Sharing of data by MCC19th Sept 2023 to 20th Sept 2023

    MCC NEET UG Counselling Schedule (Stray Vacancy Round)

    EventDates
    Registration facility will be available from21st Sept. 2023 to 23rd Sept. 2023 (12:00 NOON as per Server Time)
    Payment facility will be available up to23rd Sept. 2023 (till 08:00 PM ) as per Server Time
    Stray Vacancy Round NEET 2023 counselling2nd Sept. 2023 to 24th Sept. 2023 (till 11:55 PM) as per Server Time
    Choice Locking will be available from03:00 P.M of 24th Sept 2023 upto 11:55 PM on 24th Sept 2023 as per Server Time
    Processing of Seat Allotment25th Sept 2023
    Result26th Sept 2023
    Uploading of documents by
    the candidates on the MCC portal
    Reporting/ Joining27th Sept to 30th Sept 2023
    Verification of Joined candidates Data by institutes Sharing of data by MCC

    NEET 2023 counselling scheme for 15% AIQ

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

    Eligibility Criteria for NEET 2023 Counselling

    Below we have mentioned the Eligibility Criteria for Participating in NEET-UG 2023 Counselling Process; candidates are advised to check their eligibility before filling out the registration form for NEET 2023 Counselling.

    • Candidates who will qualify for the NEET will be eligible to apply for NEET 2023 counselling.
    • Jammu and Kashmir candidates will also be eligible to participate in All India NEET counselling.
    • Those who will register for NEET 2023 counselling on the MCC website.
    • The AIQ counselling for Deemed Universities will be open to all NEET-qualified candidates.

    Central University Eligibility Criteria for NEET 2023 Counselling

    Here in this section, we are providing detailed information about MCC NEET UG AIQ Counselling Central University Eligibility Criteria; you can check the eligibility criteria like Delhi University (LHMC, UCMS, MAMC), Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), BHU, Faculty of Dentistry, Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi etc. Students have been advised to check out the complete eligibility criteria carefully.

    University/Institute NameEligibility Criteria
    Delhi University (LHMC, UCMS, MAMC)15% seats for AIQ & 85% institutional quota seats for candidates who have passed their 10+2 in Delhi.
    Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)50% Institutional reservation for the AMU school candidates studying there for the last 3 years. The rest of the 50% of seats are to All India candidates.
    BHUOpen to All India candidates
    Faculty of Dentistry, Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi3 BDS seats are under the internal quota of JMI, and 47 seats are available to All India quota candidates. Students who have passed their 10+ 2 from Jamia Schools can apply for the internal quota.
    VMMC & SJH15% seats for All India and the rest for Institute Quota for students who passed their 10+2 from Delhi.

    MCC AIQ NEET 2023 Counselling Fee

    Students have been advised to check out the complete counselling fee carefully. This section provides detailed information about MCC NEET UG 2023 AIQ Counselling Fees; you can check the Fee like 15% AIQ/ Central Universities, 15%v AIQ/ Central Universities, Deemed Universities, categories wise etc.

    Institution TypeCategoryCounselling Fee
    (Non-Refundable)
    Security Fee
    (Refundable)
    15% AIQ/ Central UniversitiesURRs. 1,000/-Rs. 10,000/-
    15% AIQ/ Central UniversitiesSC/ST/OBC/PwDRs. 500/-Rs. 5,000/-
    Deemed UniversitiesAll CategoriesRs. 5000/-Rs. 2,00,000/-

    Counselling for 15% All India Quota

    • The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Government of India, will hold the Counselling for 15% of All India Quota Seats.
    • All deemed central state universities will participate in online counselling.
    • This counselling will also fill ESIC, AFMC, BHU & AMU seats.
    • Candidates will apply for 15% All India Quota seats per the directions of DGHS, and Counselling will be stopped soon as the seats are filled.
    • Through this counselling, candidates can get enrolled in any of the medical colleges in India.
    • Those candidates who participate in All India Counselling can also participate in State Counselling of their respective states.

    MCC NEET Counselling Process for AIQ Quota

    Candidates applying for Medical/Dental Colleges in India must register for the AIQ NEET counselling 2023. Counselling of NEET for All India Quota will be conducted in four rounds (1, 2. 3 and stray rounds) in online mode. The counselling will consist of these steps.

    1. Candidate Registration: Register on the official website.
    2. Choice Filling and Locking (Round 1): You have to choose the courses and colleges of your preference and finally lock in the preferences in the online portal.
    3. Seat Allotment Result (Round 1): The seat allotment will be published online based on available vacancies and candidate’s choices.
    4. Reporting to college: Those who will be allotted a seat in the first round will be required to either reject the allotted seat or report to the allotted college and complete the admission formalities.
    5. New Registration (Round 2): For candidates who couldn’t register in the first round of counselling.
    6. Fresh Choice Filling and Locking (Round 2): This is similar to Round 1 mentioned above.
    7. Seat Allotment Result (Round 2): This is similar to Round 1 mentioned above.
    8. Reporting to college (Round 2): Here, it is to be noted that those who will be allotted a seat in the second round of counselling (15% AIQ Quota) will not be permitted to vacate their seats as per the orders made by the Supreme Court of India.

    Documents Required for NEET Counselling 2023 Process

    Below is the list of documents required at the time of NEET Counselling 2023. Candidates will have to carry their original documents along with the attested photocopies during the Counselling process.

    10th and 12th Class Mark Sheets.

    10th and 12th Class Passing Certificate.

    Birth Certificate.

     NEET Rank Letter

    Eight Passport size photographs are similar to that affixed on the online application form.

    Caste Certificate (If applicable).

     NEET 2023 Admit Card

    PWD Certificate (If applicable).

    Counselling Letter issued by the NEET Authority.

    What is the Mop-Up Round Counselling for NEET UG?

    What does the mop-up round mean in the admission process through the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test?

    Most of the students have this query in their minds. Mop-Up Round NEET 2023 is the counselling process provided by the respective states, against the reverted seats from All India 15% Quota.

    It can also be called the second last step for NEET Admission. The seats that remain vacant after 1st and 2nd round counselling are filled by the Mop-up round for NEET UG.

    The candidates who did not get the seat allotment in the NEET second round counselling are eligible to participate in this round.

    What is All India Quota Rank in NEET?

    NEET State Counselling 2023

    For the remaining 85% state quota seats, NEET Counselling for Private Colleges is done by the respective counselling committee for the particular state. The NEET State Counselling is done based on the rank in the state merit list.

    NEET State Counselling 2023-Get the List of the Participating States!

    The candidates who want to get admission to the State Medical Colleges on the basis of NEET 2023 scores must check the list of states participating in NEET UG/PG Counselling 2023.

    The NEET Counselling participating states are mentioned in the table below.

    S.No.NEET State CounsellingOfficial Website
    1Andhra Pradeshhttp://ntruhs.ap.nic.in
    2Assamhttps://dme.assam.gov.in
    3Biharhttp://bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
    4Chandigarhhttps://gmch.gov.in
    5Chhattisgarhhttp://cgdme.co.in
    6Delhihttp://www.ipu.ac.in
    7Goahttp://dte.goa.gov.in
    8Gujarathttp://www.medadmgujarat.org
    9Haryanahttp://uhsr.ac.in
    10Himachal Pradeshhttps://www.hids.ac.in
    11Jammu and Kashmirhttp://www.jkbopee.gov.in
    12Jharkhandhttp://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in
    13Karnatakahttp://kea.kar.nic.in
    14Keralahttps://cee.kerala.gov.in
    15Madhya Pradeshhttps://dme.mponline.gov.in
    16Maharashtrahttp://www.dmer.org/
    17Odishahttp://www.dmetodisha.gov.in
    18Punjabhttp://bfuhs.ac.in
    19Rajasthanhttp://education.rajasthan.gov.in
    20Tamil Naduhttp://www.tnhealth.org
    21Telanganahttps://www.knruhs.in
    22Tripurahttp://dme.tripura.gov.in
    23Uttar Pradeshhttp://www.updgme.in
    24Uttarakhandwww.hnbumu.ac.in
    25West Bengalhttp://wbmcc.nic.in

    NEET Counselling 2023 Refund Process

    MCC starts the refund process for those candidates who do not want to study in the colleges after the second counselling. Medical Counselling Committee will start the refund process soon. The aspirants would receive the refund on the same account through which registration fees was paid.

    If candidates face any problem regarding the refund, they can contact at 1800-102-7637 (toll-free no.).

    Note: The issue regarding the refund will be resolved only on the above-mentioned no. and if candidates contact any other number, the grievance shall not be entertained.

    NEET 2023 FAQs (Most Asked Questions)

    During NEET UG Counselling 2023, the candidates have gone through various dilemmas like how to apply for counselling, how to fill fresh choices and much more. There were a lot of queries related to the NEET 2023 Counselling amongst the candidates. The queries related to getting admission to desired medical colleges were common. So, below, we have listed some frequently asked questions by the candidates which can also be helpful during the counselling of UG NEET 2023. Let’s have a look.

    Question 1. Where should I report for counselling registration and choice filling?

    Answer: The NEET Counselling Registration and choice filling can be done from the place of convenience (including home) through the internet. There is no need to report to any counselling center.

    Question 2. Can I fill in more than one college choice in the choice filling the form?

    Answer: Yes, you can fill in many choices, however, the choices should be in the order of candidates ‘preference.

    Question 3. Can I edit my choices during Choices Filling and Locking during round 1?

    Answer: Yes, you can edit, add or delete your filled choices during the period before locking your final choices. But once you lock the choices, then you will not be able to modify them.

    Question 4: What are the Quotas and seats on which admission will be offered through NEET?

    Answer: NEET offers admissions through the following seats/ quotas.

    All India Quotas

    State Government Quota Seats

    State/ Private/ Management/ NRI Quota seats in all Private Medical/ Dental Colleges or any deemed university.

    Central pool quota seats.

    Question 5: I got a seat in MBBS Course, how much time I will get to join the allotted college?

    Answer: You have to report to the allotted college within a given time period which is mentioned in the counselling schedule. You are advised to join the allotted college as early as possible.

    Question 6: How and when do I register for the Mop-Up Round NEET 2023 in non-domicile states?

    Answer: There is no separate way to apply for this NEET Mop-up round in non -a domicile state. If you want to apply, there are 2 options-

    If you have a good rank, then go for All India Quota or else go for deemed university.

    The complete information related to NEET Counselling 2023 is provided in this blog. If we have missed anything, tell us in the comment section provided below.

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