Neet UG Counseling For Other States

Get a complete guide on the NEET UG state counseling process, including eligibility, registration, choice filling, state-wise authorities, and important deadlines for medical admissions in India.

The NEET UG counseling process varies across states in India. Each state conducts its counseling for 85% of the state quota seats in government medical colleges and 100% of the seats in private medical colleges (except for deemed universities). This article provides a detailed guide on the state-wise NEET UG counseling process.

1. Types of Counseling in NEET UG

• All India Quota (AIQ) Counseling: Conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) for 15% of government college seats.
• State Quota Counseling: Conducted by individual state authorities for 85% of government college seats and private college seats.

2. Eligibility Criteria for State Quota Counseling

• The candidate must have qualified NEET UG.
• Domicile requirements vary by state. Some states allow non-domicile students for private college seats.
• Age limit and educational qualifications as per NMC norms.

3. Documents Required for State Counseling

• NEET UG Admit Card and Scorecard
• Class 10 and 12 Mark Sheets and Certificates
• Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card/PAN Card/Passport)
• Passport-size Photographs

4. Step-by-Step NEET UG State Counseling Process

Step 1: Registration

• Candidates must register on the official website of the respective state counseling authority by providing personal and academic details.

Step 2: Choice Filling and Locking

• After registration, candidates must select their preferred colleges and courses based on their NEET UG rank and availability of seats.

Step 3: Merit List and Seat Allotment

• The state counseling authority releases a merit list of registered candidates. Seat allotment is done based on rank, category, and preference.

Step 4: Provisional Allotment Letter

• Candidates who receive a seat must download the provisional allotment letter and report to the allotted institute.

Step 5: Document Verification

• Candidates must visit the assigned verification center for document verification.

Step 6: Reporting to the College

• After document verification, candidates must report to the allotted college for admission formalities.

Step 7: Subsequent Rounds of Counseling

• If a candidate is not satisfied with the allotted seat, they can participate in further rounds.

5. State-wise NEET UG Counseling Authorities and Websites

State	Counseling Authority	Website
Andhra Pradesh	Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences	http://ntruhs.ap.nic.in
Maharashtra	State Common Entrance Test Cell	https://cetcell.mahacet.org
Tamil Nadu	Directorate of Medical Education	https://tnmedicalselection.net
Karnataka	Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA)	https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea
Uttar Pradesh	Directorate General of Medical Education & Training (UPDGME)	https://upneet.gov.in
West Bengal	West Bengal Medical Counseling Committee	https://wbmcc.nic.in
Bihar	Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB)	https://bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
Rajasthan	Office of the Chairman, NEET UG Medical and Dental Admission/Counseling Board	https://rajneetug2024.in
Madhya Pradesh	Department of Medical Education (DME)	https://dme.mponline.gov.in
Gujarat	Admission Committee for Professional Undergraduate Medical Educational Courses (ACPUGMEC)	https://medadmgujarat.org

6. Counseling for Private Medical Colleges

• Some states conduct separate counseling for private colleges.
• Non-domicile candidates may apply in states that allow open admission.
• Admission is based on NEET UG scores and the availability of seats.

7. Mop-Up Round Counseling

• Conducted for vacant seats after the initial rounds.
• Candidates who did not secure a seat in earlier rounds can participate.
• Spot counseling may be conducted in some states.

8. Important Tips for NEET UG State Counseling

• Keep track of counseling notifications on the respective state websites.
• Prepare all necessary documents in advance.
• Choose colleges wisely based on rank and preferences.
• Stay updated with cutoffs and previous years’ trends.

NEET UG state counseling is a crucial step in securing a medical seat in government or private colleges. Understanding the process, eligibility criteria and important deadlines is essential for candidates to maximize their chances of admission.