Puducherry NEET Undergraduate Counseling 2025: Detailed Information on Registration Dates, Procedures, Seat Allocation, and Preference Selection
The Puducherry NEET UG Counselling 2025 process is set to commence from August onwards, managed by the Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC). This article provides a detailed overview of the counselling process, including important dates, registration, choice filling, and other key steps.
1. Registration Dates and Merit Lists
- Online Registration Start: 5th July 2025
- Last Date to Register: 14th July 2025 (extension possibly up to 16th July 2025)
- Draft Merit List: Late July or early August 2025
- Final Revised Merit List: 1st August 2025, available on centacpuducherry.in
2. Counselling Overview
- Counselling is conducted for admission to MBBS and BDS courses in Puducherry medical and dental colleges.
- It is based on the NEET UG 2025 exam rank, seat availability, reservation rules, and candidate preferences.
- Candidates must participate in the counselling rounds by registering on CENTAC's official portal and completing the necessary steps.
3. Detailed Process Steps
Step 1: Online Registration
- Candidates who qualified in NEET UG 2025 must register online on the CENTAC portal during the registration window.
- Provide basic details, NEET roll number, category, and other credentials.
- Upload required documents such as NEET scorecard, identity proof, domicile certificate, and educational certificates.
Step 2: Merit List Publication
- After registration, CENTAC will publish a draft merit list based on NEET scores and eligibility.
- Candidates can check their status and report discrepancies if any.
- A final revised merit list will be released, which will be used for seat allotment.
Step 3: Choice Filling and Locking
- Eligible candidates must log in to the counselling portal to fill in their choices of colleges and courses (MBBS/BDS).
- Arrange choices in order of preference, carefully selecting the preferred colleges.
- Submit and lock the choices before the deadline. This step is crucial as seat allotment depends on these preferences.
Step 4: Seat Allotment
- CENTAC will process the choices and allot seats based on merit, category reservation, and available seats.
- Allotment results will be published on the official website.
- Candidates can download their seat allotment letter after checking the allotment status.
Step 5: Reporting and Document Verification
- Candidates allotted seats must physically report to the respective colleges within the specified timeframe.
- Documents such as NEET scorecard, original certificates, and allotment letter must be presented for verification.
- Payment of admission fees and completion of admission formalities are necessary to confirm the seat.
Step 6: Further Counselling Rounds (if applicable)
- If seats remain vacant after the first round, further rounds of counselling may be conducted.
- Candidates can participate again to improve their seat allotment or opt for upgraded seats according to merit.
Key Notes
- Keep track of official notifications on CENTAC's website (centacpuducherry.in) for any changes or updates.
- Missing deadlines for registration, choice filling, or reporting can lead to disqualification from that counselling round.
- The Puducherry state counselling happens parallel or separate from the MCC counselling which covers All India Quota seats.
This process ensures transparent and merit-based allocation of medical and dental seats in Puducherry as per NEET UG results. The total estimated seats for Puducherry NEET UG Counselling 2025 across MBBS, BDS, and BAMS is 1,203. Notable institutions include Sri Venkateshwaraa Dental College (SVDC) with an estimated 100 BDS seats, Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences and Hospital (MINDS), Mahe with 100 BDS seats, The Mahatma Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Dental Sciences (MGPGIDS) with 110 BDS seats, and Rajiv Gandhi Ayurveda Medical College & Hospital (RGAMC) with 63 BAMS seats.
- To further enhance one's knowledge and skills beyond the NEET UG 2025 exam, candidates may explore online-education opportunities in areas of education-and-self-development for a comprehensive understanding of various medical and dental topics.
- Aspirants who wish to take their learning experiences further after the NEET UG Counselling process can consider online-education platforms to delve deeper into specific areas of interest and stay updated with the latest advancements in medicine and dentistry.
