Q. How many rounds are there in NEET Counselling 2024?
NEET Counselling 2024 consists of four rounds:
Round 1:
This initial round allows candidates to select their preferred colleges and courses.
Round 2:
Conducted for seats that remain vacant after the completion of Round 1.
Mop-Up Round:
This round is for filling seats that are still unoccupied after Round 2.
Stray Vacancy Round:
The final round is aimed at filling any remaining seats.
Q. What are All-India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota seats in NEET UG?
All-India Quota (AIQ):
AIQ refers to 15% of the total seats in government medical colleges across India, filled through centralized counseling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).
Competition:
AIQ seats are highly competitive due to the limited number available.
Admission Basis:
Admission through AIQ is based solely on NEET UG scores.
State Quota Seats:
The remaining 85% of seats in government medical colleges are reserved for candidates domiciled in the respective state.
Counselling:
State quota counseling is usually conducted by the state authorities.
Admission Criteria:
Criteria can vary from state to state but generally involve NEET UG scores and state-specific domicile requirements.
Important Points to Remember:
Dual Participation:
Candidates can participate in both AIQ and state quota counseling if eligible.
Cut-Off Differences:
The cut-off for AIQ seats is typically higher than for state quota seats.
Reservation Policy:
Reservation policies for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWD categories apply to both AIQ and state quota seats.
