NEET UG Counselling 2024: Ministry Urges Colleges to Update Seat Information
Counselling Timeline
The Centre has announced plans to start the NEET-UG counselling process from the third week of July, conducted in four phases. This marks the final stage for admissions into medical colleges.
Ministry of Health Notice
On Tuesday, the Ministry of Health issued a notice regarding NEET UG counselling, instructing all participating colleges to update and share their seat information. Colleges must upload the details of available seats on the designated portal by July 20.
Official Notification Details
The official notification states:
“Institutes participating in UG Counselling 2024 are hereby informed that the intramcc portal for contribution of UG seats is open now. Hence, institutes are requested to start entering their seats on the portal at the earliest so that the process of seat contribution can be completed timely.”
Colleges are to use their existing user ID and password for entering seat information. If the password is forgotten, it can be reset using the ‘Forgot Password’ option.
Counselling Process Breakdown
| Phase | Date Range | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Third week of July | Initial seat allocation |
| Phase 2 | To be announced | Further seat allocation |
| Phase 3 | To be announced | Additional rounds based on remaining seats |
| Phase 4 | To be announced | Final seat allocation |
An All India Merit List will be prepared based on the All India Rank (AIR) in the NEET (UG) – 2024 Merit List. Admissions to undergraduate medical courses will be conducted from this list, adhering to the existing reservation policy. The National Testing Agency (NTA) will provide the AIR to candidates, while Admitting Authorities will invite applications for counselling and prepare a merit list based on the AIR.
Important Points for Candidates
- User ID/Password: The same credentials from last year are to be used for portal access. Use the ‘Forgot Password’ option if needed.
- Portal Update Deadline: Colleges must upload seat information by July 20.
- Counselling Rounds: The process will occur in four rounds starting from the third week of July.
This structured approach ensures a fair and transparent admission process, aligning with the Centre’s commitment to maintaining the integrity of medical education in India.
