MCC announced that the last date for resignation from seats already allotted in Rounds 1 and 2 for the candidates appearing for NEET PG 2024 counselling process is extended to 6 PM of January 8, 2025, as against earlier notified dates from December 17, 2024, to December 26, 2024. It provides more time for candidates to resign their allotted seats with a forfeit of security deposit.

The link for resignation is available on the official MCC website at mcc.nic.in. This is done to provide time to those who might need it to think over their decision, thereby ensuring a smoother counselling process.

The extension aligns with the overall timeline for NEET PG counseling, where important updates are being rolled out. Today, January 4, 2025, is the date for declaring seat allotment results for Round 3 of counseling. This is an important stage for the candidates, who have been eagerly waiting to be confirmed of seat allotment.

Candidates allocated seats in Round 3 must report to their respective colleges between January 6 and January 13, 2025. During this period, they have to complete all the formalities including submission of documents and other verification processes. The verification process is scheduled for January 14 and January 15, 2025.

The MCC has advised the candidates to be alert and frequently visit the official website for the latest updates and schedules. For those who want to check their Round 3 seat allotment results, the MCC website clearly guides them. After the results are declared, candidates can log in, go to the NEET PG section, and download the allotment details for future reference.

This year’s counselling process marks the significance of timely decision-making for postgraduate medical aspirants. The MCC has taken the step of extending the resignation deadline for Rounds 1 and 2 to cater to the needs of the candidates, thereby giving them sufficient time to make a decision. The MCC, in its move to provide more time for candidates to resign, also allows for the easy reallocation of seats that were vacated in the rounds for other aspirants waiting for admission.

For the applicants, these announcements mark an important stage in their pursuit of postgraduate medical education. With results of Round 3 declared and reporting deadlines ahead, they will have to expedite all the necessary procedures in place on time. MCC has once again cautioned about adherence to deadlines, and the candidates should use the extra time wisely in finalizing their decisions.

Thousands of medical aspirants across the country have been actively participating in the NEET PG 2024 counselling process. The extended deadlines and phased approach to seat allocation reflect MCC’s effort to maintain transparency and efficiency in this highly competitive process. Aspirants are advised to frequently visit the official MCC website for updates and guidance, ensuring that they meet all requirements within the specified timelines.

This extension is, in fact a huge relief to candidates who had to rush up to earlier deadlines. It makes MCC allow candidates more flexibility for counselling and creates a more levelled field between those who have resigned and those still waiting. And with this process proceeding further, it will be hoped that it aligns well with its goal of assisting aspirants to secure a place in postgraduate medical education.

For further information including the counselling schedule and updates, candidates may log on to the website mcc.nic.in to know about latest developments.