The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially released the NEET MDS 2025 Round 1 seat matrix. A total of 1,574 seats are now available for candidates who qualified for the NEET MDS 2025 exam. These seats are spread across top dental colleges in India under AIQ (All India Quota), including Central Universities, Deemed Universities, and ESIC Institutions.
This is the beginning of the counseling process for MDS aspirants looking to secure a seat in top dental postgraduate courses. If you’re planning to participate, it’s important to know about the seat matrix, counseling steps, and important dates.
NEET MDS Counseling Seat Matrix Highlights—1574 MDS Seats Available
As per the official update by MCC:
- Total Seats in Round 1: 1,574
- These seats include:
- AIQ 50% Quota from various Government Dental Colleges
- Deemed Universities
- Central Universities like DU, AMU, BHU
- ESIC Dental Institutions
The seat matrix is available at the official website mcc.nic.in. Candidates can check the number of seats in each college and category (UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD).
Important note: The seat matrix may be updated slightly during counseling, depending on withdrawal or seat upgradation.
What is the NEET MDS 2025 Counselling Process?
NEET MDS counseling is conducted in several steps. Here’s a simple breakdown:
- Registration:
Candidates need to register at mcc.nic.in using their NEET MDS roll number and personal details. - Fee Payment:
After registration, candidates must pay the counseling fee online. Fees differ for Deemed and Government institutions. - Choice Filling & Locking:
Candidates must select their preferred colleges and courses. Once satisfied, they should lock the choices before the deadline. - Seat Allotment Result:
MCC releases the result based on rank, choices, and seat availability. If allotted, candidates can download the allotment letter. - Reporting to College:
Allotted candidates must report to the respective college with documents for verification and admission confirmation.
NEET MDS 2025 Counselling Round 1: Important Dates
Here are the key dates for NEET MDS 2025 Round 1:
| Event | Date (Tentative) |
| Registration Start Date | June 24, 2025 |
| Choice Filling Deadline | June 30, 2025 |
| Seat Allotment Result | July 3, 2025 |
| Reporting to College | July 4 to July 10, 2025 |
Note: Always check mcc.nic.in for final dates.
NEET MDS 2025 Counselling Round 1 FAQs
Q1. How many seats are available in NEET MDS 2025 Round 1?
A1. There are a total of 1,574 seats available in Round 1 counseling across AIQ, Deemed, Central, and ESIC institutions.
Q2. Where can I check the official seat matrix?
A2. The seat matrix is available on the MCC website mcc.nic.in under the MDS counselling section.
Q3. Can I apply for counseling without registration?
A3. No, registration is compulsory for participating in the counselling process.
Q4. What documents are needed for reporting to the allotted college?
A4. Documents include the NEET MDS 2025 scorecard, admit card, allotment letter, ID proof, BDS degree certificate, internship certificate, and category certificate (if applicable).
Q5. What happens if I don’t report after Round 1 allotment?
A5. If you fail to report to the college after allotment, your seat will be cancelled and you may not be allowed to participate in the next rounds, depending on rules.
