The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released a new, updated list of available seats for postgraduate medical admissions under NEET PG 2025. This revised list, known as the "final seat matrix," shows that a total of 28,663 seats are now available for students seeking admission to MD, MS, and DNB courses across India.
NEET PG is a very important entrance exam for medical graduates who wish to pursue specialized postgraduate courses after completing their MBBS degree. The counselling process helps allocate these limited seats to eligible students based on their exam ranks and preferences. The MCC regularly updates seat numbers as medical institutes confirm their final seat availability or make changes to their offerings.
Earlier, the MCC had planned to allot 28,760 seats. However, after receiving the final details from various medical colleges and hospitals, the number has been adjusted. This change means there are slightly fewer seats available overall compared to the previous count. Students must pay close attention to these updated numbers as they plan their choices for admission.
Details of Seat Changes
The recent revision by the MCC has led to specific changes in the number of seats. In total, 103 seats have been removed or "withdrawn" from the list. At the same time, 6 new seats have been added to the pool. This results in the overall decrease in the total seat count.
The withdrawn seats for Round 1 of counselling include:
- 49 seats in MD (Doctor of Medicine) and MS (Master of Surgery) programmes.
- 54 seats in DNB (Diplomate of National Board) programmes.
The 6 new seats that were added are from various private hospitals. These updates are now officially published on the MCC website, which is the main portal for NEET PG counselling information. Students can visit this website to see the complete and latest seat matrix.
NEET PG 2025 Round 1 Counselling Underway
The first round of NEET PG 2025 counselling is currently in progress. This is where students register, choose their preferred colleges and courses, and then wait for seat allocation. It is a crucial step for aspiring postgraduate medical students. Understanding the timeline is key to ensuring a smooth application process.
Important Dates for Round 1 Counselling
Students participating in Round 1 counselling should note the following key dates:
| Activity | Date |
| Registration for Round 1 began | October 17, 2025 |
| Reset Registration opened | October 25, 2025 |
| Choice Filling started | October 28, 2025 |
| Deadline for Registration & Choice Filling | November 5, 2025 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Result announcement | November 8, 2025 |
After the choice filling deadline, the MCC will process all submitted choices. The results will show which college and course has been allotted to each student based on their NEET PG rank and choices. Students must check the official MCC website on November 8, 2025 , for their Round 1 seat allotment result.
What Happens Next?
The NEET PG 2025 admission process is planned to have a total of 4 rounds of counselling. This multi-round system allows seats to be filled efficiently and gives students more opportunities if they don't get their preferred seat in the earlier rounds.
Students are advised to regularly visit the official MCC website for the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding counselling schedules, seat matrices for future rounds, and other important notices. Missing a deadline can affect a student's chances of admission. Staying informed ensures a fair and timely admission process for all candidates.
