NEET MDS Counselling 2025: Step-by-Step Guide to Dates, Registration & Seat Allotment

Important Update: NEET MDS 2025 Result & Scorecard Released
As per the official notice dated 22nd May 2025, the National Board of Examinations (NBEMS) has released the result cum scorecard for candidates eligible under the All India 50% Quota.
- Merit list for AIQ (50% quota) MDS seats (2025-26 session) is available below.
- Individual scorecards will be available from 30th May 2025 (valid for 6 months).
- Cut-off scores out of 960 for AIQ seats:
Category | Cut-Off (Out of 960) |
---|---|
General/EWS | 261 |
General-PwBD | 244 |
SC/ST/OBC | 227 |
Scorecard Mentions:
- All India 50% Quota Rank – Overall merit rank among all eligible candidates.
- Category Rank – Merit position within your category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS).
- Click the link below to view the All India 50% Quota rank and All India 50% Quota Category rank:
NEET MDS Counselling 2025 is a crucial step for aspirants aiming to secure MDS seats in government, deemed, and private dental colleges across India. This guide covers all key aspects, including dates, seat matrix, choice filling, registration, and fee details, ensuring you’re fully prepared to make informed decisions.
Overview of NEET MDS Counselling 2025
NEET MDS counselling is conducted by two main authorities:
- MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) – For All India 50% Quota (AIQ), Deemed Universities, and Central Institutions.
- State Counselling Authorities – For 50% State Quota Seats and private colleges within the state.
NEET MDS 2025 Counselling Dates (Tentative)
Event | Date (Tentative) |
---|---|
Result Declaration | 15 May 2025 |
AIQ Round 1 Registration Begins | June 2025 |
Choice Filling & Locking | June 2025 |
Round 1 Seat Allotment | July 2025 |
Reporting to the College | July 2025 |
Round 2 Registration | July / Aug 2025 |
Mop-Up Round | Aug / Sept 2025 |
Stray Vacancy Round | Sept 2025 |
Tip: Always keep scanned documents and payment info ready before registration.
Registration Process for NEET MDS Counselling
AIQ Counselling (MCC)
- Visit mcc.nic.in
- Click on "MDS Medical Counselling"
- Register with your NEET MDS Roll No & Password
- Fill personal and academic details
- Pay registration & security fees
- Fill choices and lock them
State Counselling
- Visit your respective state’s medical education website (e.g., ACPUGMEC for Gujarat)
- Complete state registration and document verification
- Fill choices based on state merit list
Note: State and AIQ counselling are separate processes - register for both if eligible.
NEET MDS Seat Matrix 2025
Seat availability varies every year. Here’s the tentative breakup:
College Type | Seat Quota | % Allocation |
---|---|---|
Govt Colleges | AIQ + State | 50% + 50% |
Deemed Universities | All India | 100% |
Private Colleges | State Quota/NRI | Varies by State |
For the exact seat matrix, check:
- MCC Website for AIQ & Deemed
- State Authority Portals for State Quota
NEET MDS Counselling Fees
Quota Type | Registration Fee | Security Deposit |
---|---|---|
AIQ (UR/OBC) | Rs. 1,000 | Rs. 25,000 |
SC/ST/PwD | Rs. 500 | Rs. 10,000 |
Deemed Universities | Rs. 5,000 | Rs. 2,00,000 |
Refundable security deposit will be forfeited if a seat is allotted but not joined.
Choice Filling Strategy
- Prioritize government colleges first
- Include safe options (based on your rank & cutoff trends)
- Don’t skip lower-preferred colleges in early rounds (you can upgrade later)
- Lock your choices before the deadline!
Documents Required at Counselling
- NEET MDS 2025 Scorecard
- Admit Card
- BDS Degree Certificate & Mark Sheets
- Internship Completion Certificate
- Valid ID Proof (Aadhar/Passport etc.)
- Caste/Category/Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- DCI Registration Certificate
NEET MDS Counselling Process - Flowchart
This flow chart will help you to understand the counselling process step by step:

Final Tips
- Track all deadlines – missing even one may cost your seat
- Participate in Mop-Up & Stray Vacancy rounds even if you didn’t get a seat initially
- Keep checking MCC and state portals for real-time updates
Stay connected with MERITERS for expert guidance, cutoff insights, and real-time counselling alerts. Good luck for NEET MDS Counselling!
Updated May 23, 2025.