NEET 2027 Counselling

NEET 2027 Counselling Date — MCC Schedule & Process

NEET 2027 counselling is expected to begin in July 2027 after the result is declared. MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) conducts All India Quota (AIQ) counselling at the central level; states conduct their own state-quota counselling in parallel. Below are the expected dates, AIQ vs state-quota explained, documents needed, and the round-by-round process.

NTA / MCC has not officially announced NEET 2027 counselling dates. All dates are expected based on previous year patterns. Check mcc.nic.in for official announcements.

AIQ vs State Quota

Two parallel counselling tracks. You need to know both because most successful candidates participate in both.

All India Quota (AIQ)

  • · 15% of seats in govt medical colleges across India
  • · Conducted by MCC (mcc.nic.in)
  • · Includes AIIMS, JIPMER, BHU, AMU, deemed universities, ESIC, AFMS
  • · Open to candidates from all states
  • · Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up, Stray Vacancy

State Quota

  • · 85% of seats in respective state govt colleges
  • · Conducted by each state's authority (DME / KEA / etc.)
  • · Includes state-private colleges in many states
  • · Domicile/eligibility rules vary by state
  • · Typically 2–3 counselling rounds + mop-up

Expected MCC schedule

Based on MCC's historical pattern. Exact dates depend on when NEET 2027 result is declared.

RoundExpected DateWhat happens
Round 1July 2027Registration, choice filling, seat allotment, reporting
Round 2August 2027Fresh choice filling for vacant seats and upgrade option
Mop-Up RoundAugust–September 2027Final round for remaining AIQ seats
Stray VacancySeptember 2027Last attempt for any leftover seats

Documents required for counselling

Carry the original plus 3–4 photocopies of each. Some colleges demand notarised copies.

Identity & education

  • · NEET 2027 scorecard
  • · NEET 2027 admit card
  • · Class 10 marksheet/certificate
  • · Class 12 marksheet/certificate
  • · Photo ID (Aadhaar/Passport)
  • · Recent passport-size photos (6–10)

Category & domicile

  • · Category certificate (OBC/SC/ST) if applicable
  • · EWS certificate if applicable
  • · PWD certificate if applicable
  • · Domicile certificate (for state quota)
  • · Caste certificate (state quota)
  • · Transfer/migration certificate

Frequently Asked Questions

When will NEET 2027 counselling start?
NEET 2027 counselling expected July 2027 after result declaration. MCC conducts AIQ counselling, states conduct state quota counselling separately.
How many rounds in NEET 2027 counselling?
MCC conducts 3 rounds — Round 1, Round 2 and Mop-up. State counselling has its own schedule running simultaneously.
What documents needed for NEET 2027 counselling?
NEET 2027 scorecard, Class 10 and 12 marksheets, ID proof, category certificate, domicile certificate and passport photos.
Know Your College Chances

Predict your college before counselling

Use 2025 MCC cutoff data plus your expected NEET 2027 score to estimate which colleges are within reach.