The All India Quota (AIQ) counseling is a pivotal process for NEET-qualified candidates aiming to secure seats in medical and dental colleges across India. Here’s a comprehensive guide to understanding AIQ counseling:
- Overview of AIQ Counseling:
• Conducting Body: The Medical Counseling Committee (MCC), under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, administers the AIQ counseling.
• Seat Allocation: AIQ counseling covers:
o 15% of seats in all government medical and dental colleges nationwide.
o 100% of seats in deemed and central universities, such as Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Banaras Hindu University (BHU), University of Delhi (DU), Faculty of Dentistry at Jamia Millia Islamia, and others.
o Seats in Employee State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) colleges and Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune.
o All MBBS seats in AIIMS and JIPMER institutions. - Eligibility Criteria:
• NEET Qualification: Candidates must have qualified the NEET examination.
• Jammu & Kashmir Candidates: Candidates from Jammu & Kashmir are generally not eligible for AIQ seats unless they have signed a self-declaration form stating their eligibility. - Counseling Process:
The AIQ counseling process is conducted online and typically involves the following rounds:
• Round 1:
o Registration: Candidates register on the MCC website (mcc.nic.in) by providing necessary details and paying the counseling fee.
o Choice Filling and Locking: After registration, candidates select and prioritize their preferred colleges and courses. Once satisfied, they lock their choices.
o Seat Allotment: Based on NEET rank, preferences, reservation criteria, and seat availability, seats are allotted.
o Reporting: Candidates allotted a seat must report to the assigned college within the specified timeframe to confirm their admission.
• Round 2:
o Eligibility: Candidates who did not secure a seat in Round 1 or wish to upgrade their allotted seat can participate.
o Process: Similar to Round 1, with fresh choice filling and seat allotment.
• Mop-Up Round:
o Purpose: To fill vacant seats after the first two rounds.
o Eligibility: Candidates who did not secure a seat in the previous rounds can participate.
• Stray Vacancy Round:
o Purpose: To fill any remaining vacant seats after the Mop-Up Round.
o Conducted by: Respective colleges or universities.
Key Points to Remember:
• Document Verification: Ensure all required documents are in order for verification during reporting.
• Fee Payment: Be prepared to pay the requisite fees during the admission process.
• Stay Updated: Regularly check the official MCC website for updates, schedules, and detailed information.
By following the structured AIQ counseling process, candidates can secure admission to esteemed medical and dental institutions across India.
