If you qualified the NEET PG exam, the next major step is MCC NEET PG counselling. This process decides your postgraduate medical seat in MD, MS, and PG Diploma courses across India. Therefore, understanding each stage carefully is very important because even a small mistake can cost you a seat.
The counselling is conducted by Medical Counselling Committee for All India Quota (AIQ), central universities, and deemed universities. Meanwhile, state authorities handle their own quota separately.
What is MCC NEET PG Counselling?
MCC counselling is the centralized admission process through which candidates choose their preferred colleges and courses after qualifying NEET PG. Based on rank, category, and seat availability, the authority allots seats.
In simple words, your score gets you eligible — but counselling gets you the college.
Types of Seats Covered
Through MCC counselling, you can apply for:
- 50% All India Quota seats
- Central Universities (DU, AMU, BHU)
- Deemed Universities
- ESIC & AFMS colleges
However, state quota seats require separate registration in state portals.
Step-by-Step Counselling Process
1. Online Registration
First, candidates must register on the official MCC portal using:
- NEET PG Roll Number
- Application Number
- Email ID & mobile number
After that, you need to pay counselling fees online.
2. Choice Filling & Locking
Next, you select preferred colleges and branches. Choose carefully because:
- Order matters
- Locked choices cannot be edited
- Better ranking improves chances
3. Seat Allotment Result
Then, MCC releases the allotment list based on:
- NEET PG rank
- Reservation category
- Seat availability
- Preferences filled
4. Reporting to College
If allotted, you must:
- Download allotment letter
- Visit college physically
- Verify documents
- Pay admission fees
Otherwise, the seat may get cancelled.
Counselling Rounds
The counselling usually happens in multiple rounds:
- Round 1
- Round 2
- Mop-Up Round
- Stray Vacancy Round
Each round gives another chance to upgrade your seat. Therefore, do not lose hope after the first round.
Documents Required
Keep these ready before counselling begins:
- NEET PG Admit Card
- NEET PG Rank Card
- MBBS Degree Certificate
- Internship Completion Certificate
- Permanent/Provisional Registration Certificate
- ID Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
- Caste/EWS/PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport size photos
Missing documents can lead to disqualification.
Important Tips for Candidates
- Fill maximum choices to increase allotment chances
- Research last year closing ranks before locking
- Prefer clinical branches based on rank
- Always save a copy of locked choices
- Report to college before deadline
Additionally, many students lose seats due to late reporting, so plan travel early.
Seat Upgradation Rule
If you accept a seat in Round 1:
- You can upgrade in Round 2
- Previous seat auto-cancels after upgrade
But if you do not join after Round 2 allotment, penalties may apply.
Final Advice
MCC NEET PG counselling is more strategic than the exam itself. Smart choice filling often matters more than rank alone. Therefore, analyse previous cutoffs, decide branch priority, and stay calm during rounds.
Your preparation got you a rank — now your decisions will get you the right college.