New Delhi, July 6, 2024 – Aspiring medical students across India are eagerly awaiting the commencement of NEET UG counselling for the year 2024. The National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test-Undergraduate (NEET-UG) was conducted on May 5, 2024, by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admissions to MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, and other related courses. However, the exams faced allegations of irregularities, and the case is currently in the Supreme Court.
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) is expected to kick off the NEET UG counselling session today, July 6. This session covers 15% of seats under the All India Quota, along with seats in central universities such as Aligarh Muslim University, Banaras Hindu University, University of Delhi, and the Faculty of Dentistry at Jamia Milia Islamia. It also includes seats in colleges under the Employee State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) and the Armed Forces Medical College in Pune.
How to Check the Schedule and Apply:
- Visit the MCC’s official website at mcc.nic.in.
- On the UG counselling page, find the NEET UG counselling schedule provided below the “eservices/Schedule” tab.
- Apply for online counselling.
- Register to get access to login details.
- Fill out the application form.
- Upload necessary documents and complete the payment process.
- Click on ‘Submit’ to finalize your application.
Documents Required for NEET UG Counselling:
Candidates must have the following documents:
- NEET UG admit card
- NEET UG scorecard
- Aadhaar or PAN card
- Original and attested copies of Class 12 marksheet and certificate
- Six to eight passport-size photos
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
Despite the controversy surrounding the NEET-UG 2024 examination, the NTA has emphasized that cancellation would be counterproductive and harmful to the career prospects of those who cleared it. The agency reported 63 cases of unfair means during the exam and implemented measures to ensure the integrity of the process12.
In summary, aspiring medical students should keep an eye on the MCC website for the official NEET UG counselling schedule, which is expected to be released today. Prepare your documents and get ready for the next step in your medical education journey!
