MCC All India Quota
Counselling
15% of government medical college seats nationwide — open to candidates from all states, no domicile required.
Counselling Authority
Medical Counselling Committee, Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MCC / DGHS)
Official Website
https://mcc.nic.in/Eligibility
Open to all Indian nationals and OCI cardholders. No domicile requirement — candidates from any state can apply. Must have qualified NEET UG conducted by NTA. Minimum 50% in PCB for UR/EWS, 40% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD at qualifying exam.
Seat Types Under MCC Counselling
MCC handles counselling for multiple seat categories beyond just the 15% AIQ
All India Quota (Govt)
15% of govt medical & dental college seats surrendered by states for national competition
AIIMS Institutes
All seats at AIIMS New Delhi and all new AIIMS
JIPMER Puducherry
All seats at JIPMER Puducherry and JIPMER Karaikal
Deemed Universities
All seats at deemed medical universities — separate fee structure applies
Central Universities
BHU, AMU, DU (MAMC/LHMC/UCMS), JNU — all seats through MCC
ESIC, AFMC, B.Sc. Nursing
ESIC medical colleges, AFMC Pune (registration only), B.Sc. Nursing seats
Round-by-Round Rules
Each round has different exit and forfeiture rules — understand them before making decisions
AIQ Round 1 — Free Exit
SAFE TO SKIPIf you are allotted a seat in Round 1 but do not report to the college, there is no penalty. Your security deposit is not forfeited.
- You remain eligible for Round 2 with your original choices
- If you want to keep your Round 1 seat AND try for an upgrade in Round 2, you must report and select "Want to upgrade"
- If you report and select "Freeze" — you accept the seat as final (no further rounds)
AIQ Round 2 — Forfeiture if Not Joined
CAUTIONIf you are allotted a seat in Round 2 and do not report, your security deposit is forfeited (Rs 10,000 for UR/EWS, Rs 5,000 for SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
- You can still resign from an AIQ Round 2 seat — but deposit is forfeited
- If upgraded from Round 1 seat, your previous seat is auto-surrendered
- Candidates who joined Round 1 and selected "Want to upgrade" can get upgraded here
AIQ Round 3 — Cannot Resign After Joining
FINALThis is the most critical round. Once you join a seat in Round 3, you cannot resign or upgrade. Your decision is final for the academic year.
- Unfilled reserved seats are converted: ST → SC, SC → UR, EWS → UR, NRI → UR
- Data is shared between MCC (Centre) and state counselling authorities after Round 3
- Candidates already holding a state seat are identified and eliminated from the AIQ Stray Round
- If allotted but not joined — security deposit forfeited and barred from Stray Round
AIQ Stray Vacancy Round — Fresh Registration
NEW REGThe Stray Vacancy Round is for seats that remain vacant after Rounds 1-3. Fresh registration is required — previous registration does not carry over.
- Open to all NEET-qualified candidates who do not hold any seat (AIQ or state)
- Candidates holding a state counselling seat are NOT eligible (after data sharing)
- Seat allotted in Stray Round is final — cannot resign
- All admissions in this round are online only — no offline reporting accepted
Fee Structure
Based on official MCC Information Bulletin — fees differ for AIQ and Deemed university seats
| Fee Type | AIQ (UR/EWS) | AIQ (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) | Deemed (All) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹5,000 |
| Security Deposit | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹2,00,000 |
Registration & Choice Filling Process
Step-by-step process as per MCC official guidelines
Online Registration
Register on mcc.nic.in with your NEET UG roll number, score, and personal details. Upload photo, signature, and pay registration + security deposit online.
Choice Filling & Locking
Select and rank colleges + courses in order of preference. You can add/reorder/remove choices until the deadline. Lock your choices before the deadline — unlocked choices are auto-locked at cutoff time.
Seat Allotment
MCC allots seats based on NEET rank, category, and your preference list. Results are published on mcc.nic.in. Check your allotment status online.
Online Reporting & Document Verification
Report to the allotted college online (all admissions are online only — no offline mode). Upload required documents for verification. Pay the tuition fee as per college norms.
Choose: Freeze / Want to Upgrade
After joining, select "Freeze" to accept as final, or "Want to Upgrade" to keep your current seat while trying for a better one in the next round. If upgraded, previous seat is auto-surrendered.
Documents Required
Keep these ready before the reporting deadline
Reservation Policy (AIQ)
Central Government reservation norms apply — DoPT roster-based allocation
Seat Conversion in Round 3
Unfilled reserved seats are converted in Round 3 (Mop-Up) using this algorithm:
Key Rules & Highlights
- AIQ covers 15% of government MBBS/BDS seats from all participating states
- MCC also conducts 100% AIIMS, 100% JIPMER, 100% Deemed University, Central University (DU, AMU, BHU), ESIC, and B.Sc. Nursing counselling
- No domicile requirement for open seats — compete nationally
- Round 1 has free exit — you can skip reporting and still participate in Round 2
- After joining Round 3, you cannot resign or upgrade — decision is final
- Data shared between Centre and States after Round 3 — candidates holding state seats are eliminated from AIQ Stray Round
- Unfilled ST→SC, SC→UR, EWS→UR, NRI→UR seat conversion happens in Round 3
- All admissions and resignations must be online only — no offline mode accepted
AIQ vs State Counselling
| Aspect | MCC All India Quota | State Quota |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 15% of govt seats (national pool) | 85% of govt seats (state pool) |
| Domicile | No domicile needed | State domicile mandatory |
| Competition | Very high (all-India) | Lower (state-only pool) |
| Reservation | Central norms (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) | State-specific norms (can be higher) |
| Authority | MCC / DGHS | State counselling body |
| Apply to both? | Yes — register for both to maximize chances. Data shared after Round 3. | |
Top AIQ Colleges (MBBS)
Ranked by General category cutoff (lowest rank = most competitive)
AIIMS New Delhi
New Delhi, Delhi
Cutoff Rank
#48
₹1628/yr
Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi
New Delhi, Delhi
Cutoff Rank
#103
₹2400/yr
Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital
New Delhi, Delhi
Cutoff Rank
#132
₹50000/yr
JIPMER Puducherry
Puducherry, Puducherry
Cutoff Rank
#260
₹6770/yr
AIIMS Jodhpur
Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Cutoff Rank
#392
₹1628/yr
University College of Medical Sciences (UCMS), Delhi
New Delhi, Delhi
Cutoff Rank
#559
₹31340/yr
AIIMS Bhopal
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Cutoff Rank
#634
₹1628/yr
GMC and Hospital, Chandigarh
Chandigarh, Chandigarh
Cutoff Rank
#690
₹24979/yr
AIIMS Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Cutoff Rank
#785
₹1628/yr
AIIMS Rishikesh
Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
Cutoff Rank
#816
₹1628/yr
NEET PG — MCC AIQ Counselling
PGMCC also conducts AIQ counselling for NEET PG — but with a key difference: 50% of government PG seats are under AIQ (vs 15% for UG).
AIQ PG Seats
50% of government PG seats are under All India Quota — much higher than UG's 15%
DNB Allocation
DNB seats at accredited hospitals are allocated separately by NBE, not through MCC AIQ
How PG AIQ differs from UG AIQ
- 50% vs 15% — PG AIQ covers 50% of government seats vs only 15% for UG, making it a much larger pool
- Speciality choice matters — Unlike UG where everyone applies for MBBS, PG counselling involves choosing from 50+ specialities (MD/MS/Diploma)
- Bond/service requirement — Many government PG seats require a 2-5 year rural service bond after completion
- Stipend — Government PG seats pay Rs 60,000-80,000/month stipend, making it net-positive financially
Popular PG specialities and competition
The most competitive PG specialities (General category) under MCC AIQ:
- Dermatology — Closes under rank 1,000-2,000
- Radiology — Closes under rank 2,000-4,000
- Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology — Closes under rank 5,000-8,000
- General Medicine, Paediatrics, OBG — Accessible up to rank 15,000-20,000
- Diploma courses, DNB — Available beyond rank 50,000
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is MCC All India Quota?
MCC AIQ is a nationwide counselling process that covers 15% of government medical college seats. Unlike state counselling, there is no domicile requirement — any Indian national with a valid NEET UG score can apply. MCC also handles 100% AIIMS, JIPMER, Deemed, and Central University seats.
Can I apply for both AIQ and state counselling?
Yes, you should register for both to maximize your chances. After Round 3, MCC shares data with state counselling authorities — candidates holding a state seat are eliminated from the AIQ Stray Round. If you join an AIQ seat, you cannot participate in state counselling for that academic year.
What happens if I don't report after getting an AIQ seat?
In Round 1, there is no penalty — free exit. In Round 2 and Round 3, your security deposit (Rs 10,000 for UR/EWS or Rs 5,000 for SC/ST/OBC/PwD) is forfeited. In Round 3, you also lose eligibility for the Stray Round.
Can I resign from an AIQ seat?
You can resign from seats allotted in Round 1 (no penalty) and Round 2 (security deposit forfeited). After joining in Round 3, you cannot resign or upgrade — the decision is final for the academic year.
Are OCI cardholders eligible for AIQ?
Yes, OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) cardholders are eligible to apply for AIQ counselling. They can compete for Unreserved (UR) seats and NRI quota seats at participating institutions.
What NEET rank do I need for AIQ?
AIQ cutoffs vary by college and category. The most competitive cutoff is rank #48 for General category. Use our Colleges to check which AIQ colleges match your predicted rank.
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