NEET PG 2024 Counselling Schedule: All You Need to Know

The NEET PG 2024 counselling registration for Round 1 began on September 20, 2024, with the full schedule and dates provided by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). Candidates can participate in the NEET PG 2024 counselling by registering and submitting their college and course preferences on the MCC’s official website, [mcc.nic.in] (http://mcc.nic.in). The choice-filling process starts on November 8, 2024, and the final date to complete registration and choice submission for Round 1 is November 17, 2024. The results of this round will be announced on November 20, 2024.

The National Board of Examinations (NBE), which conducts the exam, released the NEET PG 2024 merit list for 50% of All India Quota (AIQ) seats on September 5, 2024. Candidates listed on the merit list are eligible for the seat allocation process, which is open to those who scored at or above the required cutoff percentile in the NEET PG exam, held on August 11, 2024. The results were published on August 23, 2024.

The NEET PG counselling process includes steps such as online registration, payment of fees, choice filling, seat allocation, and reporting to the designated institute. MCC oversees the counselling for 50% of the AIQ seats, while state authorities handle the remaining 50% AIQ seats. MCC conducts four counselling rounds, covering seat allotment for central and deemed universities, 50% AIQ seats, and the state quota.

Candidates must complete online registration by logging into the MCC website with their email and mobile number, after which they can submit an application. Candidates may choose any number of colleges and courses based on their preferences, but choices must be saved and locked by the deadline, as they cannot be changed afterwards. Seat allocation is based on factors such as candidate preferences, seat availability, reservation policies, and other criteria. Each round’s seat allocation results are announced separately. Detailed information regarding the NEET PG 2024 counselling schedule and the procedures for each round is available on the MCC website.

NEET PG 2024 Counselling: Eligibility

To participate in NEET PG 2024 counselling, candidates must achieve a score equal to or above the qualifying cutoff set by the MCC. The NEET PG 2024 cutoff score is expected to be announced shortly. Candidates can refer to the table below for the official qualifying cutoff scores once they are released.

NEET PG 2024 Cut off

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Types of NEET PG 2024 Counselling

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) organizes the NEET PG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate) counselling process for admissions into postgraduate medical programs across India. NEET PG counselling is divided into two categories:

1. AIQ (All India Quota) Counselling

AIQ counselling covers 50% of the seats in government medical colleges nationwide. MCC oversees this process, assigning seats based on each candidate’s NEET PG rank and their chosen preferences.

2. State Quota Counselling

State Quota counselling, managed by individual state authorities, allocates the remaining 50% of seats in government medical colleges. This category also includes seats left unfilled during AIQ counselling. Seat allotments are based on the candidate’s NEET PG rank and selected preferences.

NEET PG Counselling 2024 Dates

Please refer to the table below for key dates and essential details regarding the NEET PG 2024 counselling schedule. This table outlines the timeline for each phase of the counselling process.

NEET PG 2024 Counselling Process

Candidates who meet or exceed the minimum qualifying percentile in NEET PG 2024 are eligible to participate in the counselling process, which offers admissions to 50% of All India Quota (AIQ) seats, and 100% of seats in deemed and central universities, ESIC, and Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) institutions. MCC will conduct four rounds of counselling for these categories, while respective state authorities will handle the remaining 50% of AIQ seats for their state quota.

The NEET PG counselling process begins with online registration and culminates in candidates reporting to their designated institutions with the required documents.

NEET PG counselling 2024 is held for the following quotas:

• 50% All India Quota (AIQ) seats
• 50% State Quota seats
• Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS)
• Deemed Universities
• Central Universities (DU, AMU, BHU)
• ESIC Medical Colleges

The steps for NEET PG 2024 counselling are outlined below to guide candidates through each stage of the process.

Process of NEET PG Counselling

The NEET PG counselling process consists of the following steps:

Step 1: Registration

To begin NEET PG counselling, candidates must register on the MCC website. The registration process involves filling out personal and academic details, uploading necessary documents, and paying the required registration fee.

Step 2: Choice Filling

After registering, candidates can select their preferred courses and colleges from the available options. Choices can be modified or removed until the final submission.

Step 3: Seat Allotment

The MCC conducts seat allotment based on each candidate’s NEET PG rank, selected preferences, and seat availability.

Step 4: Seat Acceptance

Once a seat is allotted, candidates can either accept it or opt for an upgrade in the following counselling round.

Step 5: Reporting to the Designated College

Upon accepting a seat, candidates must report to their designated college within the specified timeframe, bringing all required documents to complete the admission process.

Step 6: Additional Rounds

If candidates opt for an upgrade, the same process is followed in each subsequent round of counselling until the final round is completed.

Documents Required for NEET PG Counselling 2024

When completing the NEET PG counselling registration, ensure you have the following documents readily available:

• NEET PG Admit Card
• NEET PG Result
• Mark Sheets of all MBBS/BDS professional examinations
• MBBS/BDS Degree Certificate
• Internship Completion Certificate
• Registration Certificate issued by the NMC
• Date of Birth Proof
• Valid ID Proof
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate (if applicable) 

Having these documents prepared will help streamline the registration process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the qualifying percentile for NEET PG 2024?

The qualifying percentile for NEET PG 2024, announced with the results on August 23, 2024, is the 50th percentile for general category candidates. For SC/ST/OBC candidates, the required cutoff is the 40th percentile, while General-PH candidates must achieve the 45th percentile. The official cutoff scores are available on the NBE website.

2. Where can I register for NEET PG 2024 counselling?

Candidates who qualify can register for NEET PG 2024 counselling on the official Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) website.

3. How do I apply for NEET PG 2024 counselling?

To apply for NEET PG 2024 counselling, candidates should complete the online registration on the MCC website. The process includes paying the registration fee, selecting and locking preferred colleges and courses, and uploading the required documents. After seat allocation, candidates must finalize the admissions process by submitting these documents as instructed.

4. How many seats will be allotted through NEET PG 2024 counselling?

Through NEET PG 2024 counselling, a total of 26,168 MD seats, 13,649 MS seats, 922 PG Diploma seats, and 1,338 DNB seats will be available. The MCC will conduct counselling for 50% of All India Quota (AIQ) seats as well as 100% of the seats in deemed and central universities, Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS), and ESIC institutions.