Participating Institutes in NEET UG 2025 – If you want to pursue MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BSMS, BUMS, or B.Sc. Nursing in India, admission is possible only through NEET UG. Every aspirant must apply for counselling after qualifying the exam to secure a seat.
There are two main types of counselling under NEET UG:
- All India Quota (AIQ – 15%)
Seats from government medical and dental colleges across India are pooled at the national level. Counselling for these seats is conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. - State Quota (85%)
Each state conducts its own counselling for the remaining government seats and for 100% of private medical college seats. Students must apply directly to their respective state counselling authorities.
Additionally, for AYUSH courses (BAMS, BHMS, BSMS, BUMS), counselling is conducted by the AYUSH Admission Central Counselling Committee (AACCC) under the Ministry of AYUSH.
👉 In short, whether you are targeting a government seat through AIQ, private medical colleges via state counselling, or AYUSH courses, admission is strictly through NEET UG counselling.
All India Quota (15%) Colleges Under MCC
The All India Quota (AIQ) allows students from any state to apply for 15% of MBBS and BDS seats in government medical and dental colleges across India. The entire counselling process is conducted online by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).
Along with government seats, MCC also conducts counselling for AIIMS, JIPMER, central universities, deemed universities, ESIC quota seats, and AFMC registrations. This makes AIQ one of the most important pathways for students aiming for top medical colleges in India.
MBBS and BDS Colleges Under MCC
- Government medical and dental colleges: 15% of total seats in these colleges are offered under AIQ.
- Central government institutions and universities: Seats are filled entirely through NEET UG counselling conducted by MCC.
- Deemed universities: 100% of MBBS/BDS seats are filled via MCC counselling.
👉 This means that if you qualify NEET, you can compete for seats across the country, not just in your home state.
Which Colleges Accept NEET UG Score Under AIQ?
Here is a list of some major institutions that participate in AIQ counselling:
- AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences): All AIIMS campuses across India admit students to MBBS through NEET.
- JIPMER (Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research): Both Puducherry and Karaikal campuses are included under NEET counselling.
- BHU (Banaras Hindu University): Admissions to Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS-BHU) and Institute of Dental Sciences are through NEET.
- AMU (Aligarh Muslim University): MBBS and BDS seats are filled via MCC counselling with specific internal quotas.
- DU (Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Delhi): Colleges like LHMC, MAMC, UCMS, and MAIDS are covered under NEET UG.
- AFMC (Armed Forces Medical College, Pune): Registration is through MCC, but counselling and final admission are handled by AFMC authorities.
- ESIC (Employees’ State Insurance Corporation Medical Colleges): Certain seats are reserved under the Insured Persons’ Quota and filled by MCC.
⚡ Quick Note: Seats in these colleges are highly competitive, as they are considered among the best medical colleges in India accepting NEET scores.
AYUSH Participating Institutes
Apart from MBBS and BDS, NEET UG is also the single entrance exam for admission to undergraduate AYUSH courses in India. These include:
- BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery)
- BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine & Surgery)
- BSMS (Bachelor of Siddha Medicine & Surgery)
- BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine & Surgery)
Counselling for AYUSH Courses
- Conducted by the AYUSH Admission Central Counselling Committee (AACCC) under the Ministry of AYUSH.
- Covers both government and private AYUSH institutions under the All India Quota (AIQ).
- For state quota AYUSH seats, candidates must apply separately to their respective state counselling authorities.
👉 Official Portal for AYUSH Counselling: aaccc.gov.in
⚡ Note: Just like MBBS and BDS admissions, no direct admission is allowed in AYUSH courses. Every seat is allotted strictly through NEET-based counselling.
State Quota (85%) NEET Colleges
While 15% of seats in government medical and dental colleges are pooled nationally under the All India Quota (AIQ), the remaining 85% seats are reserved for candidates through state-level counselling. In addition, 100% of seats in most private medical colleges are also filled under the state quota.
How State Quota Counselling Works
- Government Medical Colleges: 85% of MBBS and BDS seats are reserved for candidates meeting state-specific eligibility (usually domicile or schooling in the state).
- Private Medical Colleges: All private MBBS and BDS colleges admit students only through NEET scores, with admissions handled by the respective state counselling authority.
- Reservation Rules: Each state follows its own reservation policy for categories like SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD.
- Application Process: Students must register on their state’s official counselling website to claim seats.
Examples of State Counselling Authorities
Here are some examples of medical education departments and directorates handling NEET UG 2025 admissions at the state level:
| State/UT | Counselling Authority |
|---|---|
| Haryana | Pt. B.D. Sharma University of Health Sciences, Rohtak |
| Himachal Pradesh | Directorate of Medical Education, Govt. of HP |
| Madhya Pradesh | Directorate of Medical Education, Bhopal |
| Andaman & Nicobar | Directorate of Health Services, Port Blair |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Dept. of Health & Family Welfare, Itanagar |
| Manipur | Medical Directorate, Govt. of Manipur |
| Meghalaya | Health & Family Welfare Dept., Meghalaya |
| Odisha | Dept. of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of Odisha |
| Rajasthan | Dept. of Medical Education, Govt. of Rajasthan |
These authorities publish prospectuses each year with: counselling schedules, seat matrix, eligibility criteria, and reservation rules.
NEET Private Medical Colleges Under State Quota
Private medical colleges in every state also admit students only through NEET scores. The state counselling body manages:
- Seat allotment in private MBBS and BDS colleges
- Fee structures (which vary widely between states and institutions)
- Quotas such as NRI or management seats in private institutions
👉 For example, if you wish to join a NEET private college in Maharashtra, you must apply via the State CET Cell, Maharashtra, not MCC.
⚡ In short: if you are targeting a government seat in your home state or want to explore admission in private medical colleges, the State Quota counselling process is the only route.
Central and Deemed Universities Participating in NEET UG
Along with government and private colleges, NEET UG also covers prestigious Central Universities and Deemed Universities. Admissions to these institutions are done through the MCC counselling process under the All India Quota.
Central Universities Participating in NEET 2025
- Delhi University (DU):
Includes Lady Hardinge Medical College (LHMC), Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), University College of Medical Sciences (UCMS), and Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences (MAIDS).- 15% seats are contributed to AIQ.
- 85% seats are reserved for students who studied Classes 11 and 12 in Delhi (state quota).
- Jamia Millia Islamia (Faculty of Dentistry):
Admissions are based on NEET, but Jamia follows its own internal reservation rules for “Jamia internal” candidates. MCC allocates seats based on the roster provided by JMI. - VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital, ABVIMS & RML Hospital, and ESIC Dental College (under IP University):
- 15% AIQ seats filled by MCC.
- 85% state quota seats are reserved for students from Delhi (who studied Classes 11 and 12 in NCT of Delhi).
- Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
- The Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS-BHU) and the Institute of Dental Sciences (IDS-BHU) admit students via NEET UG.
- 100% seats contributed by BHU are filled through MCC counselling.
- Reservations follow the central government policy (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD).
- Aligarh Muslim University (AMU)
- AMU participates fully in NEET UG counselling through MCC.
- Open seats, NRI quota seats, and internal quota seats are available.
- Internal seats are reserved only for eligible AMU candidates as verified by the university.
- Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune
- AFMC requires candidates to register through the MCC portal.
- The list of registered candidates is then sent to AFMC, which conducts its own counselling and admission process as per AFMC rules.
AIIMS and JIPMER (Now Under NEET UG)
- AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences): All AIIMS campuses across the country (Delhi, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Patna, Rishikesh, Jodhpur, Raipur, Nagpur, etc.) participate in NEET UG.
- JIPMER (Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research): Admissions to MBBS in Puducherry and Karaikal campuses are through MCC counselling. JIPMER follows central government reservation rules for seats contributed to AIQ.
Deemed Universities Under NEET UG 2025
- All Deemed Universities in India admit MBBS/BDS students exclusively through NEET UG.
- MCC conducts 100% counselling for Deemed Universities, including the Stray Vacancy Round.
- Some deemed universities have minority (Muslim/Jain) or NRI quota seats, which, if left vacant, are converted into general seats during later rounds.
Examples:
- Manipal Academy of Higher Education
- DY Patil University (Pune, Navi Mumbai)
- Sri Ramachandra Institute, Chennai
- Saveetha Medical College, Chennai
⚡ These institutions represent some of the most sought-after colleges accepting NEET scores. Admission is strictly based on NEET merit, counselling rounds, and respective eligibility rules.
NEET UG Private Colleges
Private medical colleges play a major role in medical education in India. All private MBBS and BDS colleges accept NEET UG scores as the only valid entrance exam for admission. However, unlike central institutions or AIQ seats, private colleges come entirely under the state counselling process.
How Admission Works in NEET Private Colleges
- State-Level Counselling: Each state’s Directorate of Medical Education (DME) or health authority manages counselling for private colleges.
- Eligibility Rules: Some states apply domicile requirements for government quota seats. However, management quota and NRI seats are usually open nationwide.
- Seat Distribution in Private Colleges:
- Government Quota Seats – lower tuition fees, often reserved for state domiciles.
- Management Quota Seats – open nationally, but with higher fees.
- NRI Quota Seats – for NRI/OCI/PIO students (and eligible Indian students under this category).
Why Choose a NEET Private College?
- Higher Seat Availability: Many aspirants who don’t secure government seats still pursue MBBS/BDS in private medical colleges.
- Modern Facilities: Most reputed private institutions have well-equipped labs, hospitals, and teaching infrastructure.
- Flexibility in Quotas: Management and NRI quotas make it possible for non-domicile students to secure admission.
Examples of NEET Private Colleges
Some popular private medical colleges that accept NEET scores (through their respective state counselling) include:
- Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore – admissions via Tamil Nadu state counselling.
- Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal – deemed university, counselling by MCC.
- Sri Ramachandra Medical College, Chennai – deemed university, MCC counselling.
- DY Patil Medical College, Pune & Navi Mumbai – deemed university, MCC counselling.
- Private MBBS and BDS colleges across Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.
👉 Important Note: There is no direct admission to private MBBS or BDS colleges outside the NEET process. Every seat — whether government quota, management, or NRI — is allotted only through state counselling.
Which Colleges Come Under NEET?
Since 2020, it has been mandatory that all admissions to MBBS and BDS courses in India happen only through NEET UG. This makes NEET the single gateway exam for all medical aspirants — whether you’re applying to a government college, private institution, central university, or deemed university.
Here’s a clear breakdown of colleges that accept NEET scores:
Government Medical Colleges
- All state and central government medical colleges.
- 15% seats filled under the All India Quota (AIQ) via MCC.
- 85% seats filled through state quota counselling.
AIIMS and JIPMER
- Previously had separate entrance exams, but now all AIIMS campuses and JIPMER Puducherry & Karaikal admit students via NEET.
Central Universities
- Institutions like BHU, AMU, DU, JMI admit students only through NEET-based counselling.
Deemed Universities
- 100% of MBBS and BDS seats in deemed medical universities are filled via MCC counselling under NEET.
Private Medical Colleges
- All private MBBS and BDS colleges across India accept NEET UG scores.
- Admissions handled by state counselling authorities.
AYUSH Colleges (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS)
- NEET UG is compulsory for AYUSH courses.
- Counselling managed by AACCC (for AIQ) and state authorities (for state quota).
B.Sc. Nursing Colleges (Selected Institutes)
- Certain central and state institutions now also use NEET UG scores for admission to B.Sc. Nursing.
👉 In summary: Whether it’s government, private, central, deemed, or AYUSH colleges, NEET UG is the only valid entrance exam for undergraduate medical admissions in India.
Key Counselling Authorities for NEET UG 2025
After qualifying NEET UG, your admission depends on the counselling authority that manages the category of college you are applying for. Each authority handles a different quota or type of institution. Here’s a complete breakdown:
1. Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) – mcc.nic.in
MCC conducts online counselling for:
- 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats in government medical & dental colleges.
- 100% seats of:
- AIIMS (all campuses across India)
- JIPMER (Puducherry & Karaikal)
- Central Universities (DU, AMU, BHU, JMI)
- Deemed Universities (all MBBS/BDS seats)
- ESIC Quota Seats – Insured Persons (IP Quota) in ESIC medical colleges.
- AFMC (Armed Forces Medical College, Pune) – Registration through MCC, but final counselling handled by AFMC separately.
👉 If you are aiming for AIQ, central universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, deemed universities, or ESIC quota, you must apply via the MCC portal.
2. AYUSH Admission Central Counselling Committee (AACCC) – aaccc.gov.in
AACCC conducts counselling for AYUSH courses, covering both government and private institutions under AIQ.
Courses included:
- BAMS (Ayurveda)
- BHMS (Homeopathy)
- BUMS (Unani)
- BSMS (Siddha)
👉 If you are applying for AYUSH seats at the national level, register via the AACCC portal.
3. State Counselling Authorities (85% State Quota & Private Colleges)
Each state conducts its own NEET UG counselling for:
- 85% state quota seats in government medical and dental colleges.
- 100% seats in private MBBS/BDS colleges (except deemed universities).
Examples of State Counselling Authorities:
- Haryana – Pt. B.D. Sharma University of Health Sciences, Rohtak
- Madhya Pradesh – Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Bhopal
- Himachal Pradesh – DME, Shimla
- Odisha – Directorate of Health Services, Bhubaneswar
- Rajasthan – Department of Medical Education, Jaipur
- Delhi – Faculty of Medical Sciences, DU & IP University (for state quota seats)
- Maharashtra – State CET Cell, Mumbai
- Karnataka – Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA)
- Tamil Nadu – DME, Chennai
👉 Each state publishes its own seat matrix, eligibility rules, reservation policies, and counselling schedule. Students must apply separately on their respective state portals.
⚡ Quick Tip for NEET Aspirants:
You may need to register for multiple counselling authorities:
- MCC (for AIQ, AIIMS, JIPMER, central universities, deemed universities, ESIC, AFMC).
- AACCC (for AYUSH courses).
- Your state counselling body (for state quota and private colleges).
Missing any of these registrations could cost you a valuable seat.
While we have highlighted the major colleges and authorities above, the official and updated list of NEET UG 2025 participating institutes is always published by the respective counselling bodies. Students must regularly check these portals for the seat matrix, counselling schedule, and updated guidelines.
Here’s where you can find the complete information:
1. Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) – mcc.nic.in
- Provides the list of AIQ participating colleges.
- Covers AIIMS, JIPMER, central universities, deemed universities, ESIC quota, and AFMC registration.
- Releases seat matrices before every counselling round.
2. AYUSH Admission Central Counselling Committee (AACCC) – aaccc.gov.in
- Publishes the list of participating AYUSH colleges (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS).
- Includes both government and private AYUSH institutions under the All India Quota.
3. Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) – mohfw.gov.in
- Releases official NEET UG notifications, circulars, and policy updates.
- Helpful for checking official rules and changes regarding NEET admissions.
4. State Counselling Authorities
- Each state government releases a list of participating institutes for 85% state quota seats in government colleges and 100% seats in private medical colleges.
- Lists include college-wise seat distribution, fee structure, eligibility rules, and reservation policies.
- Students must visit the official DME or health department websites of their respective states.
⚡ Important Reminder for Candidates:
- Always cross-check the official seat matrix and counselling brochure before filling choices.
- Different states may update eligibility and reservation rules each year.
- Missing updates can lead to losing a seat, even after qualifying NEET.
FAQs on NEET 2025 Participating Institutes
Yes. Since 2020, NEET UG has been the only valid entrance exam for admission to MBBS, BDS, and AYUSH (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS) courses in India. Even some B.Sc. Nursing institutes now use NEET scores. Whether it’s a government, private, central, or deemed university, admission is possible only through NEET-based counselling.
All government medical and dental colleges in India participate in NEET counselling.
– 15% of their seats are pooled under the All India Quota (MCC counselling).
– 85% of their seats are reserved for state quota counselling through state authorities.
The exact number of government colleges and seats is published in the seat matrix on MCC and state counselling portals every year.
Yes. All private MBBS and BDS colleges in India admit students through NEET scores.
Their admission is handled by state counselling authorities, not MCC.
Seats are divided into government quota seats, management quota seats, and NRI quota seats depending on state rules.
BDS (Dental): All government and private dental colleges in India admit through NEET. MCC handles AIQ seats, and states handle the rest.
AYUSH (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS): NEET is mandatory. The AYUSH Admission Central Counselling Committee (AACCC) conducts centralised counselling for All India Quota seats, while state authorities manage state quota seats.
