5 options open to any NEET eligible — no domicile needed. MCC deemed, UP private, AP management, Puducherry.
1 in 4 chose elsewhere in R1 — they were exploring state and NRI routes in parallel. 364 moved to a different college in R2. Deemed colleges dominate at this rank. R1 is free exit. The real decision is R2, when your deposit is at stake.