Punjab NEET UG Counselling 2025: Registration, Dates, Choice Filling, Seat Allotment Result

The Punjab NEET UG Counselling 2025 is a state-level, online process conducted by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, to facilitate admissions to 85% state quota seats for MBBS and BDS courses in government and private medical and dental colleges across Punjab. The remaining 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats and 100% seats in deemed universities are managed by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the registration process, tentative dates, choice filling, seat allotment results, and other key details for Punjab NEET UG Counselling 2025, with context for dental education aspirations, including comparisons to institutions like Santosh Dental College, Ghaziabad.

Overview of Punjab NEET UG Counselling 2025

The Punjab NEET UG Counselling 2025 is conducted via the official BFUHS website, bfuhs.ac.in, for candidates who have qualified for the NEET UG 2025 exam. The process allocates approximately 1,425 MBBS and 1,260 BDS seats across government and private colleges based on NEET scores, candidate preferences, seat availability, and reservation criteria. The counselling typically includes three rounds—Round 1, Round 2, and a Mop-up Round—followed by a Stray Vacancy Round if seats remain unfilled. Unlike Santosh Dental College, which participates in MCC counselling as a deemed university, Punjab’s state quota seats are managed by BFUHS, making this process critical for candidates targeting local institutions.

Eligibility Criteria for Punjab NEET UG Counselling 2025

To participate in Punjab NEET UG Counselling 2025, candidates must meet the following criteria:

NEET Qualification: Must have qualified in the NEET UG 2025 exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Domicile: Must be a bona fide resident of Punjab or have studied Classes 11 and 12 in a recognized institution in Punjab. Wards of defense personnel, freedom fighters, or government employees posted in Punjab are also eligible. Candidates without Punjab domicile can apply for private college seats or management quota seats.
Educational Qualification: Completion of 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects.
Minimum Marks:
- General category: 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- SC/ST candidates: 40% aggregate.
- OBC candidates: 45% aggregate.
Age: Minimum 17 years as of December 31, 2025. There is no upper age limit.
NEET Cutoff: Must meet the minimum qualifying percentile for NEET UG 2025 (e.g., 50th percentile for General, 40th for SC/ST/OBC).

Note: Candidates with Punjab domicile studying outside the state (e.g., in Haryana) may face resident clause issues and should contact BFUHS for clarification. For Santosh Dental College, NEET UG 2025 qualification is required, but domicile is not mandatory for MCC counselling.

Tentative Schedule for Punjab NEET UG Counselling 2025

The exact schedule for Punjab NEET UG Counselling 2025 will be published by BFUHS on bfuhs.ac.in. Based on the 2024 schedule and web sources, the tentative timeline is as follows:

Round 1

Registration and Fee Payment: Late July to early August 2025 (e.g., July 25–August 1).
Document Verification: Early August 2025 (e.g., August 2–5).
Merit List Release: Mid-August 2025 (e.g., August 6).
Choice Filling and Locking: Mid-August 2025 (e.g., August 7–11).
Seat Allotment Result: Mid-August 2025 (e.g., August 13).
Reporting to Allotted College: Late August 2025 (e.g., August 14–20).

Round 2

Fresh Registration (if applicable): Early September 2025 (e.g., September 2–7).
Merit List Release: Mid-September 2025 (e.g., September 9).
Choice Filling and Locking: Mid-September 2025 (e.g., September 10–14).
Seat Allotment Result: Late September 2025 (e.g., September 16).
Reporting to Allotted College: Late September 2025 (e.g., September 17–23).

Mop-up Round

Fresh Registration: Early October 2025 (e.g., October 1–6).
Merit List Release: Mid-October 2025 (e.g., October 8).
Choice Filling and Locking: Mid-October 2025 (e.g., October 9–13).
Seat Allotment Result: Mid-October 2025 (e.g., October 15).
Reporting to Allotted College: Late October 2025 (e.g., October 16–22).

Stray Vacancy Round

Registration and Choice Filling: Early November 2025 (e.g., November 1–5).
Seat Allotment Result: Mid-November 2025 (e.g., November 7).
Reporting to Allotted College: Mid-November 2025 (e.g., November 8–14).

Note: These dates are tentative, based on the 2024 schedule (e.g., Round 1 choice filling closed on August 24, 2024, with results on August 28). Candidates must check bfuhs.ac.in for the official 2025 schedule. For Santosh Dental College, MCC counselling follows a similar timeline but is separate, typically starting in late July or early August.

Registration Process for Punjab NEET UG Counselling 2025

The registration process is online and mandatory for participation in Punjab NEET UG Counselling 2025. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

Visit the Official Website: Go to bfuhs.ac.in.
Register:
- Click on the “NEET UG Counselling 2025” link and select “New Registration.”
- Enter NEET UG 2025 roll number, name, father’s name, date of birth, category, quota, NEET score, mobile number, and email ID.
- Create a password and note the registration ID for future use.
Pay Counselling Fees:
- Application Fee:
  - General category: INR 5,000 + 18% GST (approx. INR 5,900).
  - SC category: INR 2,500 + 18% GST (approx. INR 2,950).
- Payment mode: Online via credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI.
- The fee is non-refundable for ineligible candidates or those who fail to secure a seat.
Upload Documents:
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (listed below) in the specified format (e.g., PDF, max 300 KB).
- Ensure clarity to avoid rejection during verification.
Submit Application:
- Verify all details and submit the form.
- Download the registration confirmation for reference.

Note: Offline applications or submissions via email are not accepted. Candidates registered in Round 1 need not re-register for subsequent rounds unless specified. For Santosh Dental College, registration occurs via mcc.nic.in, with a registration fee of INR 2,000 and security deposits (e.g., INR 1,00,000 for private dental colleges).

Documents Required for Punjab NEET UG Counselling 2025

Candidates must upload the following documents during registration and present originals with two self-attested photocopies during physical verification:

NEET UG 2025 Admit Card.
NEET UG 2025 Result/Scorecard.
Class 10 Certificate/Birth Certificate (proof of age).
Class 11 and 12 Mark Sheets (showing Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English).
Class 12 Passing Certificate.
Domicile Certificate (for Punjab residents).
Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates, issued by a competent authority).
EWS Certificate (if applicable).
PwD Certificate (if applicable).
Category Certificate (e.g., Freedom Fighters’ Dependents, Ex-servicemen, Sports).
Certificate from the institution’s head confirming Classes 10 and 12 were completed at their institute.
Parent/Guardian Affidavit confirming the candidate has not applied for counselling in another state.
Six passport-size photographs (same as used in NEET application).
Aadhaar Card or other ID proof (e.g., PAN, Passport, Driving License).
Gap Year Certificate (for dropper students, signed by a competent authority, if required).

Note: Candidates must verify document requirements on bfuhs.ac.in, as discrepancies can lead to rejection. Santosh Dental College requires similar documents for MCC counselling, with additional emphasis on BDS eligibility verification.

Choice Filling and Locking Process

Choice filling is a critical step in determining seat allotment. The process is as follows:

Login: Access the candidate portal on bfuhs.ac.in using NEET roll number, password, and captcha.
View Available Options: A list of colleges and courses (MBBS/BDS) is displayed based on seat availability and eligibility.
Select Preferences:
- Choose colleges (e.g., Government Dental College, Amritsar; Sri Guru Ram Das Institute of Dental Sciences) and courses in order of preference.
- There is no limit on the number of choices, increasing allotment chances.
- Choices can be added, reordered, or deleted during the choice-filling window.
Save and Lock:
- Save choices after each session to avoid data loss.
- Lock choices by selecting “Submit and Lock” before the deadline (e.g., August 24, 2024, for Round 1 in 2024).
- If not locked manually, choices are auto-locked at the deadline.
- Locked choices cannot be modified.
Print Confirmation: Download and print the locked choices for reference.

Important: Fresh choices must be submitted for each round, as previous choices are not carried forward. Candidates allotted seats in Round 1 can opt for upgradation in Round 2 by submitting their willingness during choice filling. For Santosh Dental College, choice filling occurs via MCC, where candidates prioritise deemed universities for BDS programs.

Seat Allotment Process and Result

Seat allotment is automated, based on:

NEET UG 2025 Rank: Higher ranks secure preferred colleges.
Choices Filled: Allotment reflects locked preferences.
Seat Availability: Based on the seat matrix (1,425 MBBS, 1,260 BDS seats).
Reservation Criteria:
- SC: 25%
- Backwards Classes (BC): 10%
- EWS: 10% (as per state policy).
- PwD: 5% (horizontal reservation).
- Other categories: Backward Area, Border Area, Sports, Terrorist/Sikh Riot Victims, Defence Personnel, Freedom Fighters’ Dependents (varying percentages).
Other Factors: Domicile, category, and eligibility.

Steps in Seat Allotment

Merit List Release: BFUHS publishes a state merit list post-registration, listing eligible candidates with their NEET 2025 state rank.
Choice Processing: Choices are processed against available seats.
Result Publication:
- Seat allotment results are released in PDF format on bfuhs.ac.in, detailing candidate name, roll number, rank, allotted college, course, and category.
- Candidates log in to download the allotment letter using NEET roll number and password.
Grievance Reporting: Candidates can report discrepancies in provisional results within a specified window (e.g., by 10 AM the next day, as in 2023).

Seat Allotment Result Timeline (Tentative)

Round 1: Mid-August 2025 (e.g., August 13).
Round 2: Late September 2025 (e.g., September 16).
Mop-up Round: Mid-October 2025 (e.g., October 15).
Stray Vacancy Round: Mid-November 2025 (e.g., November 7).

Post-Allotment Actions

Accept Seat: Report to the allotted college within the specified timeline (e.g., 5–7 days) with the allotment letter, documents, and fee payment receipt.
Upgrade Option: Candidates allotted seats in Round 1 or 2 can opt for upgradation in subsequent rounds by submitting their willingness during choice filling.
Exit Option:
- Free exit is available in Round 1 if candidates do not join the allotted college.
- In Round 2, non-reporting or resignation forfeits the counselling fee.
- Candidates not allotted seats or exiting can participate in further rounds.

For Santosh Dental College, MCC publishes results on mcc.nic.in. In 2022, the BDS cutoff rank was ~1,026,355 (general, All India quota), indicating accessibility for private deemed universities.

Reporting to Allotted College

Candidates must report to the allotted college for document verification and admission confirmation:

Visit the College:
- Present the allotment letter, original documents, and two self-attested copies.
- Pay the tuition fee via online payment or a bank draft/challan issued by the institute head.
Document Verification:
- Conducted at the college to confirm eligibility.
- Discrepancies may lead to admission cancellation.
Complete Admission:
- Submit fees, sign undertakings, and enroll.
- Hostel fees (e.g., INR 1,00,000–3,00,000/year) may apply for private colleges.
Fee Refund:
- Counselling fee (INR 5,900/2,950) is non-refundable for ineligible candidates or non-allotted seats.
- Tuition fees are subject to college-specific refund policies.

For Santosh Dental College, candidates report to the Ghaziabad campus (No. 1, Santosh Nagar, Sector 12, Pratap Vihar, Ghaziabad, UP 201009) for MCC counselling, with tuition fees of INR 2,50,000/year for BDS.

Seat Matrix and Reservation

Punjab offers:

Government Medical Colleges: ~900 MBBS seats (e.g., Government Medical College, Amritsar; Patiala).
Private Medical Colleges: ~525 MBBS seats (e.g., Dayanand Medical College, Ludhiana).
Government Dental Colleges: ~100 BDS seats (e.g., Government Dental College, Amritsar; Patiala).
Private Dental Colleges: ~1,160 BDS seats (e.g., Sri Guru Ram Das Institute of Dental Sciences, Amritsar).

Total Seats: ~1,425 MBBS, ~1,260 BDS (subject to 2025 updates).

Reservation Breakdown:

Vertical Reservations:
- SC: 25%
- BC: 10%
- EWS: 10%.
Horizontal Reservations:
- PwD: 5%.
- Backward Area: 2%.
- Border Area: 2%.
- Sports: 1%.
- Terrorist/Sikh Riot Victims: 1%.
- Defense Personnel: 1%.
- Freedom Fighters’ Dependents: 1%.
- Women: 25% (in government colleges).

Santosh Dental College (100 BDS seats) follows MCC reservation norms: 15% SC, 7.5% ST, 27% OBC, 10% EWS, 5% PwD.

Fees and Financial Aspects

Counselling Fees

Application Fee:
- General: INR 5,000 + 18% GST (~INR 5,900).
- SC: INR 2,500 + 18% GST (~INR 2,950).
Non-refundable for ineligible candidates or non-allotted seats.

College Fees (Indicative)

Government Colleges:
- MBBS: INR 10,000–50,000/year.
- BDS: INR 30,000–50,000/year.
Private Colleges:
- MBBS: INR 3,50,000–12,00,000/year.
- BDS: INR 1,50,000–3,00,000/year (comparable to Santosh’s INR 2,50,000/year).
Hostel Fees: INR 1,00,000–3,00,000/year (often mandatory for private colleges).

Refund Policy

Counselling fee is non-refundable.
Tuition fees are refunded per college policies if a candidate exits before classes begin.

Santosh Dental College offers scholarships (e.g., Best2Best Scholarship), which can offset BDS tuition costs.

Key Considerations for Dental Aspirants

Counselling Authority: BFUHS for Punjab state quota seats; MCC for Santosh Dental College and deemed universities.
Eligibility: NEET UG 2025 qualification; Punjab domicile required for state quota but not for MCC or private college management quota.
Cutoffs: Punjab BDS cutoffs are competitive (e.g., 500–600 marks for government, 200–400 for private). Santosh’s 2022 cutoff was ~1,026,355 rank (~200–300 marks).
Choice Filling: Include Punjab colleges (e.g., Government Dental College, Amritsar; Genesis Institute of Dental Sciences) and, for MCC, Santosh Dental College.
Fees: Punjab private BDS fees (~INR 1,50,000–3,00,000/year) are comparable to Santosh’s INR 2,50,000/year, but government colleges are cheaper.

Tips for Candidates

Stay Updated: Monitor bfuhs.ac.in for Punjab counselling and mcc.nic.in for Santosh Dental College.
Prepare Documents: Keep originals and copies ready to avoid verification delays.
Strategic Choices: Prioritize colleges based on NEET rank, past cutoffs (e.g., Santosh’s 2022 cutoff), and budget. Include both government and private options.
Financial Planning: Arrange funds for fees and explore scholarships (e.g., Santosh’s merit-based scholarships).
Adhere to Deadlines: Missing choice-locking or reporting deadlines can lead to exclusion.

Conclusion

Punjab NEET UG Counselling 2025, managed by BFUHS, offers access to ~1,425 MBBS and ~1,260 BDS seats in Punjab’s government and private colleges. By qualifying for NEET UG 2025, registering online, filling choices strategically, and meeting deadlines, candidates can secure admission to top institutions. For those considering private deemed universities like Santosh Dental College, MCC counselling is the pathway, offering 100 BDS seats with a competitive cutoff. Candidates should stay updated via bfuhs.ac.in and mcc.nic.in, ensuring a well-informed approach to their medical and dental education journey.