NEET UG Counselling 2024 starts from July 6; check eligibility, required documents, and steps

NEET UG Counselling 2024: The National Testing Agency (NTA) announced the NEET UG 2024 retest results on July 1st, now accessible on the official website - https://exams.nta.ac.in/NEET/. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), responsible for allocating MBBS, BDS, and BSc Nursing seats, is expected to release the official NEET UG 2024 counselling schedule by July 6th.
Revised Results and Counselling Schedule
The NEET UG 2024 exam, conducted on May 5th, faced allegations of irregularities in scoring.To address concerns over inflated scores due to 'grace marks,' a retest was administered on June 23rd for 1,563 affected candidates. Of these, 813 candidates participated, while the remaining 48% chose to retain their original scores without the grace marks. Today's announcement of the retest results will determine the final ranks for all NEET UG 2024 applicants. Media reports indicate that the number of NEET UG toppers has decreased from 67 to 61. The Agency will soon publish the revised merit list on its official website.
The MCC will likely release a detailed NEET UG counselling schedule on their official website, https://mcc.nic.in/, alongside an information bulletin outlining the entire process. This schedule will provide crucial information such as registration dates, document requirements, and the number of counselling rounds.
NEET UG 2024: Eligibility for Counselling
To participate in NEET UG counselling, candidates must have qualified in the NEET UG 2024 exam. This means securing a minimum percentile score set by the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). The exact percentile may vary depending on the candidate's category (general, SC, ST, OBC). Additionally, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications, including a valid 10+2 certificate with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as core subjects.
NEET UG 2024: Documents Required for Counselling
The specific documents needed for NEET UG counselling will be comprehensively listed in the MCC information bulletin. However, some commonly required documents include:
1. NEET UG 2024 Admit Card and Scorecard (including the revised version for retest candidates)
2. Class 10+2 mark sheet and certificate (original and attested copies)
3. Character certificate from the last attended institution
4. Migration certificate (if applicable)
5. Category certificate (if applicable)
6. Six passport-sized photographs
7. Photo ID proof (e.g., Aadhaar card, PAN card)
Steps Involved in Counselling
The NEET UG counselling process typically involves several rounds. Here's a general outline of the steps involved:
• Registration: Candidates will need to register online on the MCC website during the designated window. They will be required to enter their NEET UG roll number, registration number, and other details.
• Choice Filling and Locking: During this stage, candidates can choose their preferred colleges and courses based on their rank, seat availability, and other preferences. Once satisfied, they must lock their choices to finalize their selection.
• Seat Allocation: The MCC will allocate seats based on candidate rank, choices filled, and seat availability in various colleges.
• Reporting to Allotted College: Candidates who get their desired seat must report to the allotted college within the stipulated timeframe. This involves completing admission formalities, submitting documents, and paying fees.