The Ultimate NEET UG State Quota Counselling Master Guide (Part 3 of 3)
Welcome to the final installment of our state-by-state NEET UG counselling series! Part 3 covers States 21 to 28 (including high-demand medical hubs like Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal), key Union Territory (UT) Quotas, and an essential breakdown of Mop-Up & Stray Vacancy Round strategies.
📌 Catch Up on Previous Parts:
- Part 1 (States 1 to 10): Cover AP, Assam, Bihar, CG, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, HP, JK & Jharkhand 👉 Read NEET UG State Quota Counselling Master Guide (Part 1)
- Part 2 (States 11 to 20): Covers Karnataka, Kerala, MP, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha & Punjab 👉 Read NEET UG State Quota Counselling Master Guide (Part 2)
📑 Table of Contents: Quick Navigation (Part 3)
📑 Universal Document Checklist (Base Bundle)
Keep at least 3 sets of self-attested copies along with originals for physical verification:
✔ NEET UG Admit Card & Rank Card
✔ Class 10th & 12th Mark Sheets & Passing Certificates
✔ Govt Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Passport / Voter ID)
✔ Passport-size Photographs (Matching NEET application)
✔ Provisional Seat Allotment Letter
✔ Transfer / School Leaving & Migration Certificates
🏛️ Comprehensive State-by-State Breakdown (States 21 to 28)
21. Rajasthan
Conducting Body: Office of the Chairman, NEET UG Medical & Dental Admission Board
Official Portal: rajugneet2026.com
Expected Commencement: Expected 1st/2nd Week of August
Registration & Security Fee: Fee: ₹2,000 (Gen/OBC), ₹1,000 (SC/ST/ST-STA) | Security: ₹10,000 (Govt), ₹1,00,000 - ₹2,00,000 (Private)
📄 State-Specific Documents Required:
- Rajasthan State Domicile / Mool Niwas Praman Patra (Clauses A to G).
- MBC / EWS / OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (issued in current financial year).
- Wards of Defense Personnel (WDP) / Para-Military (PP) Certificates (if applicable).
22. Sikkim
Conducting Body: Directorate of Technical Education (Sikkim HRDD)
Official Portal: sikkim.gov.in / SMIMS Portal
Expected Commencement: Expected 2nd Week of August
Registration Fee: Processing Fee: ₹1,000
📄 State-Specific Documents Required:
- Sikkim Subject Certificate (SSC) or Certificate of Identification (COI).
- Local Employment Card / Residential Certificate.
- Category Certificate issued by Government of Sikkim.
23. Tamil Nadu
Conducting Body: Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER TN)
Official Portal: tnmedicalselection.net
Expected Commencement: opened since 29th June, last date of submission 23rd July.
Registration & Security Fee: Fee: ₹500 (Govt), ₹1,000 (Management) | Security: ₹30,000 (Govt Quota in Self-Financing), ₹1,00,000 (Management Quota)
📄 State-Specific Documents Required:
- Nativity Certificate of Tamil Nadu (supported by Parent's Community/Aadhaar/Ration Card).
- 7.5% Government School Quota Certificate (Bonafide certificate from Headmaster for Std 6 to 12).
- Community Certificate (BC, BCM, MBC/DNC, SC, SCA, ST) issued by TN authorities.
24. Telangana
Conducting Body: Kaloji Narayana Rao University of Health Sciences (KNRUHS)
Official Portal: knruhs.telangana.gov.in
Expected Commencement: Expected 1st/2nd Week of August
Registration Fee: CQ Fee: ₹3,500 (OC/BC), ₹2,900 (SC/ST) | MQ Fee: ₹6,300
📄 State-Specific Documents Required:
- Local / Non-Local Status Certificate (Continuous 4 years study prior to qualifying exam).
- Caste Certificate with Integrated Community ID issued through Meeseva.
- Minority Certificate (Mandatory for Muslim/Christian Minority seats).
25. Tripura
Conducting Body: Directorate of Medical Education (DME Tripura)
Official Portal: dme.tripura.gov.in
Expected Commencement: Expected 2nd Week of August
Registration & Security Fee: Fee: ₹2,000 (Gen), ₹1,500 (Reserved) | Security: ₹10,000 (Govt), ₹1,00,000 (Private)
📄 State-Specific Documents Required:
- Permanent Resident Certificate of Tripura (PRTC).
- ST / SC Certificate issued by Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) in Tripura.
- Wards of All India Services (AIS) Officers certificate (if applicable).
26. Uttar Pradesh
Conducting Body: Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (UPDGMET)
Official Portal: upneet.gov.in & DGME UP
Expected Commencement: Expected 1st/2nd Week of August
Registration & Security Fee: Fee: ₹2,000 | Security: ₹30,000 (Govt), ₹2,00,000 (Private Medical), ₹1,00,000 (Private Dental)
📄 State-Specific Documents Required:
- UP Domicile Certificate (Mandatory for Govt Seats; NOT required for Private Seats as UP is an Open State).
- OBC / EWS / Caste Certificate issued after April 1 of the current academic year.
- Nodal Centre Verification Slip.
27. Uttarakhand
Conducting Body: Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Uttarakhand Medical Education University (HNBUMU)
Official Portal: hnbumu.ac.in
Expected Commencement: Expected 2nd Week of August
Registration & Security Fee: Fee: ₹1,000 to ₹2,000 | Security: ₹10,000 (Govt), ₹1,00,000 (Private)
📄 State-Specific Documents Required:
- Uttarakhand Domicile / Permanent Resident Certificate.
- 10th and 12th Certificates showing completion from recognized schools in Uttarakhand (if domicile exemption claimed).
- Category / Sub-category Certificates (DPW, FF, HC).
28. West Bengal
Conducting Body: West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC)
Official Portal: wbmcc.nic.in
Expected Commencement: Expected 1st/2nd Week of August
Registration Fee: Fee: ₹2,000 (General), ₹1,500 (SC/ST/OBC)
📄 State-Specific Documents Required:
- Domicile Proforma (A1, A2, or B) certified by competent issuing authority.
- OBC-A / OBC-B Certificate along with Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) status.
- Acknowledge Slip generated from WBMCC portal after online submission.
🏛️ Union Territory Quotas & Specialized Counselling Rules
1. Delhi (DU / IPU 85% State Quota):
Unlike other states, 85% Institutional Quota counselling for Delhi colleges (MAMC, LHMC, UCMS under DU; VMMCC/SJJH, Dr. BSA under IPU) is conducted centrally by MCC (mcc.nic.in). Eligibility requires passing 11th and 12th from a school located in Delhi.
2. Chandigarh (JAC Chandigarh / GMCH 32):
Conducted by GMCH Chandigarh (gmch.gov.in). 85% state quota seats are divided between Chandigarh Pool (candidates passing 10+2 from Chandigarh schools) and Non-Chandigarh Pool.
3. Puducherry (CENTAC):
Conducted by CENTAC (centacpuducherry.in). Manages government quota seats for Puducherry residents and open management quota seats in private colleges for all-India candidates.
🎯 Strategic Masterclass: Mop-Up & Stray Vacancy Rounds
The final rounds of NEET UG counselling carry high rewards but also significant risks. Follow these strategic rules to maximize your admission chances:
- Security Deposit Forfeiture Rule: Under standard rules, if you are allotted a seat in Round 2 or Round 3 and choose not to join, your security deposit will be forfeited. Ensure you list ONLY colleges you are genuinely prepared to join.
- No Exit Options in Stray Vacancy: If you are allotted a seat in the Stray Vacancy Round, you MUST take admission. Failure to do so leads to a 1-year debarment from NEET counselling.
- Tracking Real-Time Seat Matrix: Mop-Up rounds depend entirely on vacant seats reported after Round 2 admissions close. Keep checking state DME portals daily for updated seat matrices.
- Document Readiness: Keep original documents, demand drafts, or online bank transfer limits ready, as joining windows during offline or physical stray rounds are often as short as 24 to 48 hours.
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📸 Follow @gujaratbiologyneetplus on Instagram❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Part 3 Specifics)
Q1. Are non-domicile candidates allowed to participate in Uttar Pradesh private college counselling?
Yes! Uttar Pradesh is an Open State for private medical colleges. Non-domicile candidates can participate in UP NEET counselling via upneet.gov.in for private seats by depositing the required security fee of ₹2,00,000.
Q2. Who conducts counselling for 85% State Quota seats in Delhi medical colleges?
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts online counselling for both 15% AIQ seats and 85% Institutional Quota seats in Delhi colleges under Delhi University (DU) and IP University (IPU).
Q3. What happens if I resign from a seat allotted in Round 2 of State Counselling?
Resignation rules vary by state, but generally, exiting after Round 2 results in forfeiture of your security deposit. In some states, exiting past the notified resignation deadline makes you ineligible for further state counselling rounds.
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