MCC NEET UG 2025: Round 2 counselling from August 29; revised schedule shortly
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced that the Round 2 of NEET UG 2025 counselling will commence on August 29, 2025. The detailed revised schedule for the counselling process will be uploaded soon on the official MCC website — mcc.nic.in.
Background
The Round 2 counselling was earlier delayed due to administrative reasons and pending updates from participating institutions. With the new dates finalised, lakhs of NEET UG aspirants can now prepare for the next phase of the admission process for MBBS, BDS, and BSc Nursing seats under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ), central universities, deemed universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, and AFMC.
Key dates (tentative)
Round 2 registration, fee payment, and choice filling: From August 29, 2025
Seat allotment result: Early September 2025
Reporting to allotted colleges: Immediately after allotment, within the notified period
(The official revised schedule with exact dates will be published by MCC shortly.)
Who can participate in Round 2?
Candidates who did not get a seat in Round 1.
Candidates who did not register earlier but wish to participate now.
Candidates who reported in Round 1 but opted for upgradation.
Candidates who were allotted a seat in Round 1 but did not report/withdraw (with certain conditions as per MCC rules).
Admission process
Register afresh on the MCC counselling portal.
Pay the registration and security deposit fee.
Fill and lock preferred colleges and courses.
Check the allotment result on the scheduled date.
Report to the allotted college with original documents and admission fee.
Seats on offer
Through MCC counselling, more than 45,000 MBBS and BDS seats are available across India under AIQ, deemed universities, and central institutions. Round 2 is crucial as it allows fresh entry and upgradation for aspirants aiming for top medical colleges.
Officials’ statement
An MCC official said, “The revised schedule for Round 2 will be published shortly. We urge candidates to keep checking the official portal and prepare their documents in advance to avoid last-minute hassles.”
Conclusion
With Round 2 of NEET UG 2025 counselling set to begin on August 29, candidates should stay alert for the revised schedule and ensure timely registration, choice filling, and document verification to secure admission in India’s top medical colleges.
