NEET 2025 Counselling Round 1: This is the long-awaited NEET 2025 Counselling Round 1 registration period, which becomes a critical period in the journey of the MBBS, BDS, and BSc Nursing candidates.
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has now opened up the window of registration where aspirants who are deserving can book an entry to leading medical colleges and central universities at All India Quota (AIQ) 15 percent.
Refer to the blog below to know all information, including the registration, dates to notice, payment process, and direct access that will help you to make sure you do not miss any step.
NEET 2025 Counselling Round 1 Registration Timeline and Key Dates
Staying updated with deadlines is crucial to successfully participating in NEET 2025 Counselling. Below is the schedule for Round 1:
| Event | Date & Time |
| Registration process starts | July 21, 2025 |
| Registration process ends | July 28, 2025 (12 noon) |
| Registration fee payment last date | July 28, 2025 (3 PM) |
| Choice filling begins | July 22, 2025 |
| Choice filling ends | July 28, 2025 (11.55 PM) |
| Choice-locking window | July 28, 2025 (4 PM to 11.55 PM) |
| Seat allotment result | July 31, 2025 |
| Reporting at institute | August 1 to August 6, 2025 |
Mark these dates on your calendar to ensure you do not miss any deadline during the process.
Direct Link for NEET 2025 Counselling Round 1 Registration
To register, candidates need to visit the official MCC website. The registration page can be accessed directly at the MCC portal:
- Official website: mcc.nic.in
- Direct registration link: mcc.admissions.nic.in
Step-by-Step Guide: NEET 2025 Counselling Registration Process
To allow you to take part in NEET 2025 Counselling, you will have to enroll by carrying out the following steps:
- Make use of the MCC portal: Navigate to mcc.nic.in or enter the direct link.
- Click on new registration 2025: On the homepage, go to and click on the new registration 2025.
- Review Instructions: Before performing the steps, please read it all.
- Enter your name: Key in important details like police, and then click the submit button.
- Create a Password: This will create your credentials and will deliver them to your registered email.
- Filling the Registration Form: Give your personal and academic information, NEET 2025 result, and upload a scanned photo and signature.
- Registration fee: Please pay online through the given payment categories (Cash, Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking).
- Print Confirmation: Once you have paid and filled in the form, then you can download and print the confirmation page to have it as a record.
NEET 2025 Counselling Round 1 Fee Structure
The registration fee for NEET 2025 Counseling varies by category and institution.
| Category | Registration Fee (INR) |
| 15% AIQ/Central Universities (General) | 1,000 |
| 15% AIQ/Central Universities (SC/ST/OBC/PWD) | 500 |
| Deemed Universities (All categories) | 5,000 |
Apart from the registration fee, there is a refundable security deposit that needs to be paid:
| Category | Security Deposit (INR) |
| 15% AIQ/Central Universities (General) | 10,000 |
| 15% AIQ/Central Universities (SC/ST/OBC/PWD) | 5,000 |
| Deemed Universities (All categories) | 200,000 |
These payments have to be made online. Only candidates who complete the payment can proceed to the choice filling and locking step. The refundable security deposit is returned if the candidate does not get a seat or after completion of counseling.
Seat Matrix and Choice Filling
NEET 2025 is offering 111,026 seats, and there are various categories. Once a candidate is registered, he/she will input the choice of courses and colleges in the window of choice filling (that is open between 22-28 July). It is a very critical stage; in this stage your preferences will be used to state the allotment during the seat allocation round.
Choice Locking:
Candidates will have to make a lock of their choice between 4 PM and 11.55 PM on July 28. When choices are locked, there is no way of changing them. Read all entries thoroughly before locking to avoid last-minute errors.
Seat Allotment and Reporting
Seat Allotment Result: Provisional seat allotment under Round 1 will be notified on July 31, 2025.
Institute Reporting: All candidates selected for a seat are required to attend at the specified institute between August 1 and 6, 2025, with all the mandatory documents as well as with the admission letter received online.
The nonreporting could lead to forfeiting the seat and this could be done within the stipulated time.
Documents to Keep Ready
Prepare the following documents for smooth registration and reporting:
- NEET 2025 Admit Card and Scorecard
- Class 10 and 12 Mark Sheets and Certificates
- Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar Card, PAN, etc.)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size Photographs (as per specifications)
- PwD Certificate (if applying under reservation)
- Any other documents specified during registration
Important Tips for NEET 2025 Counselling
- Write the details again and again before submitting.
- Store all the significant documents both online and in paper.
- Keep checks on deadlines and monitor the portal.
- Have all communications on your registered email and mobile phone active.
- Recognize that decisions can be locked in forever—recheck before proceeding to confirm.
It is recommended to keep a clear head and be hard-working during this process. Each step plays a crucial role as long as one aims at succeeding in the process of admission. To always have the latest and the most accurate information, visit the MCC portal and the official announcements periodically.
