Punjab NEET Counselling 2024

Punjab NEET Counselling 2024 have become the beacon of hope for the medical aspirant in agricultural state of India. Conducted by the Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), the counselling follows the Fair and transparent approach to admittance for the medical and dental courses in state. The total number of medical colleges participating in Punjab NEET Counselling 2024 is 12 in which about 2592 seats for admission are available while the total number of dental colleges is 16 in which about 1260  are available for the admission.

The counselling typically held in 4 rounds from which the last round (Stray Vacancy round) is optional in case any seats remaining. The State Counselling conducting authority manages over the 85% of admission of seats through the State Quota Admission and Medical counselling Committee oversees about 15% of the admission of seats within the States.

While the counselling dates are yet to announced by the counselling conducting authority; eligible candidates who are NEET 2024 exam qualified can expect counselling to start the release of the NEET 2024 exam result. So candidate are requested to prepare for the exam and counselling handsomely as it will be your first step towards their dreams to become the key asset to medical landscape of India!

Punjab NEET Counselling 2024 Highlights

Counselling Specifics	Details
Counselling Name	Punjab NEET counselling 2024
Counselling Conducting Authority	Baba Farid Unversity of Health Sciences (BFUHS),
Effective Entrance Exam	NEET Conducted by the NTA.
Courses Offered	MBBS and BDS
No. Of Medical Colleges in Uttarakhand	12
No. Of Dental Colleges in Uttarakhand	16
Total No. Of Medical seats In Uttarakhand	2592
Total No. Of Dental seats In Uttarakhand	1260
No. Of Counselling round	4 ( Stray Round is Optional)
Date of Counselling Start	6 JULY 2024(Tentative)
Official website	https://bfuhs.ac.in/

Punjab NEET Counselling Important Dates 2024

Round 1

Event	Date
Prospectus For Admission	Yet to Announced
Last Date For Applying Online Admission Application Form Through University Website	Yet to Announced
Last Date Of Deposition Of Registration Fees	Yet to Announced
Verification	Yet to Announced
Seat Allotment	Yet to Announced
Provisional Result	Yet to Announced
Final Result	Yet to Announced
Reporting To The Allotted Institute	Yet to Announced

Round 2 

Event	Date
Fresh Registration/ Payment	Yet to Announced
Choice Filling/ Locking	Yet to Announced
Result	Yet to Announced
Reporting To The Allotted Institute	Yet to Announced

Mop Up Round

Event	Date
Registration/ Payment	Yet to Announced
Choice Filling/ Locking	Yet to Announced
Verification	Yet to Announced
Seat Allotment	Yet to Announced
Result	Yet to Announced
Reporting To The Allotted Institute	Yet to Announced

Stray Vacancy Round

Event	Date
Seat Allotment Process	Yet to Announced
Result	Yet to Announced
Reporting To The Allotted Institute	Yet to Announced

Punjab NEET Counselling Eligibility Criteria 2024

Criteria	Details
NEET Qualification	Must have qualified in the National Eligibility Entrance Test (NEET) with the minimum qualifying percentile/marks set by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Punjab Domicile	Must possess a valid domicile certificate issued by the competent authority of the Punjab government.
Registration	Must register for the Punjab NEET Counselling process online within the stipulated timeframe.
Age	Must be at least 17 years old as on the date specified in the official notification.
Educational Qualification	Must have passed the Class 12 examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as compulsory subjects.
Minimum Marks	Must have secured a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology in Class 12 for General category candidates and 45% for SC/ST/OBC categories.
Additional Categories	Reservations are applicable for various categories including SC, ST, OBC, PWD, Wards of Armed Forces/Police Personnel, Freedom Fighters, etc.

NEET 2024 Cut-Off

Category	Cut-Off Percentile	NEET Cut-Off 2023	NEET Cut-Off 2024	No. Of Candidates
UR/EWS	50th Percentile	720-137	720-164	1165904
OBC	40th Percentile	136-107	163-129	100769
SC	40th Percentile	136-107	163-129	34326
ST	40th Percentile	136-107	163-129	14478
UR/EWS-PwD	45th Percentile	136-121	163-146	455
OBC-PwD	40th Percentile	120-107	145-129	270
SC-PwD	40th Percentile	120-107	145-129	55
ST-PwD	40th Percentile	120-107	141-129	11

Punjab NEET Counselling 2024 Procedure

Counselling Registrations 

Registration:

• Visit the online portal (link will be available on www.bfuhs.ac.in).
• Register yourself by the due date and time.
• Do not wait until the last day to avoid network issues.

Online Application:

• Fill the online application form well in advance.
• Have the following documents ready for upload:
• hotograph (30 KB, specific format mentioned in the guide).
• Signature (30 KB, specific format mentioned in the guide).

Document Upload:

• Upload the required documents in the specified format.
• Ensure all details are correct and match your official documents.

Review and Submit:

• Carefully review your application and uploaded documents.
• Submit the application only after confirmation.

Track Status:

• Keep track of your application status through the online portal.
• Follow official updates and instructions closely.

Application Fee

Categories	Fees Structure
General Category	Rs. 5000/- + 18%GST (Rs. 5900/-)
SC Category	Rs. 2500/- + 18%GST (Rs.2950/-)

Counselling Process 

1. Registration and Application (Before Deadline):

• Visit the online portal: Access the official Punjab NEET Counselling portal through the link available on www.bfuhs.ac.in. Remember, the exact dates and link will be announced in the official notification.
• Register and apply: Create an account and meticulously fill out the online application form. Ensure you enter all details accurately and completely.
• Prepare required documents: Have scanned copies of your photograph (30 KB, specific format) and signature (30 KB, specific format) ready for upload, as per the guidelines mentioned in the notification.
• Pay the application fee: Submit the application fee through the designated online payment gateway before the deadline. Don't miss this crucial step, as incomplete applications will be rejected.

2. Document Verification (if applicable):

• Check your category: If you belong to a micro-reserved category, attend the document verification process at the designated venue and date mentioned in the official schedule. Bring all original documents for verification to ensure your eligibility.

3. Provisional Merit List and Online Counselling:

• Merit list release: Stay updated on the BFUHS website for the announcement of the provisional merit list, which ranks candidates based on their NEET-UG 2023 scores.
• Online counselling participation: During the designated dates, actively participate in the online counselling process through the official portal. This is where you express your preferences for:
• Course: Choose between MBBS and BDS programs based on your interests and career goals.
• College: Prioritize your desired colleges considering factors like location, infrastructure, faculty, and reputation.
• Category: Select the appropriate category you belong to (General, SC, ST, etc.) as per the reservation policies.
• Quota: Indicate your preferred quota type (All India Quota, State Quota, etc.) based on your eligibility.
• Seat allocation: Remember, the provisional seat allotment will be strictly based on your NEET merit and the order of your chosen preferences. Carefully consider your options before finalizing your choices.

4. Provisional Seat Allotment and Reporting:

• Review your allotment: After counselling, check your provisional seat allotment letter accessible through the online portal. This letter will specify your allotted college and course.
• Download and report: Download the provisional allocation letter and report to the designated college within the stipulated timeframe. Don't delay this step, as late reporting can lead to seat cancellation.
• Document verification and fee payment: At the allotted college, present your original documents for verification to confirm your eligibility. If deemed eligible, proceed to pay the tuition fee through the online payment gateway to secure your seat.

5. Second Round of Counselling (Optional):

• Upgrade opportunity: If you wish to upgrade your seat to a higher preference college or course based on available vacancies, participate in the second round of counselling. Follow steps 3 and 4 again for seat allocation and reporting procedures.
• Remember: This round is optional and solely for candidates seeking seat upgrades. If you're satisfied with your initial allotment, you don't need to participate.

Punjab NEET Counselling 2024 Documents Required

• 10th Class Certificate
• 12th Class Certificate(The Candidate Must Had Studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology And English)
• NEET Admit Card
• NEET Score Card
• Punjab Resident Certificate
• Category Certificate
• Challan Receipt
• EWS Certificate (If Applicable)
• Certificate Issued By The Head Of The Institution Certifying That The Candidate Has Completed Class 10 And Class 12 From Their Institute

NEET UG Counselling 2024

NEET Counselling 2024 Primerily consist of Registrations, Choice filling, Choice Locking, Seat Allottement, Commenceme of Round of Counselling, Upgradtion and Reporting to Colleges which very Step to follow ensuring the smooth and effective way to complete counselling and get admitted to your desired colleges and making your dream come true as medical aspirant, Here’re some about steps to follow during Counselling Process;

Step 1: Registration 

• First and Foremost step to follow for Counselling is registration, Visit to the Medical Counselling Committee’s official website (Click Here).
• Then Locate the Registration link named ‘UG Counselling Registrations’ and Click on it
• After registration link has opened carefully filled up the registration form mentioning you personal details, academic details and other important details.
• After filling out registration form, make the payment for registration in make payment Section using the debit card or UPI.
• Once the payment is done, you will have the ‘preview’ where you can preview the registration and check whether details you have provided are correct or Not. Once you checked all the details you have provided click on ‘okay’. Take print out of registration or download pdf form for future references 
• Once registration is done click on the log out from the registration and move onward to choice filling Sections 

Step 2: Choice Filling 

• Upon registration the next step to follow is ‘Choice Filling’ where you can prefer list of Medical and dental colleges of your choice ensuring the best options for medical journey 
• After registration. Login again for the choice filling  with details you have provided during registration.
• Once you have logged in to choice filling, now you can fillied up choices for list of collehges which are best suited for you. 
• There is no limit for the list of choices you can select.
• Onces the choice filling is done move on to Choice locking section.

Step 3: Choice Locking 

• Once you selected all your perferred choice move on to the Choic Locking section ensuring that choices you have selected will be used in first round of NEET Counselling.
• Once you checked throughly through your selected perference, start locking all the colleges.
• Once you have locked all the choices, you can’t change the perference untill next round of counselling so carefully lock the choices

Step 4: Rounds of Counselling 

 The counselling for medical and dental will conducted with four rounds of Counselling while each round follows typical steps such as registration (for first round only. Auto Consideration for the other rounds), Choice filling and locking, seat allottment, result and document verification and reporting to allotted colleges;

Round 1:

• Register: Pay fees and register on MCC website.
• Choices: Fill and lock preferred colleges & courses.
• Seat Allotment: Based on rank & choices, get a seat.
• Results & Documents: Check result, upload certificates.
• Reporting: Report to college with documents (upgrade option).

Round 2:

• Automatic Consideration: No need to register if not allotted in Round 1.
• Fresh Registration: Register for Round 2 if new or missed Round 1.
• Choices: Fill new choices and lock them.
• Seat Allotment & Reporting: Similar to Round 1.
• Upgrade: Upgraded candidates need relieving from Round 1 seat.

Round 3:

• Automatic Consideration: Similar to Round 2.
• Fresh Registration: Similar to Round 2.
• Choices & Reporting: Similar to Round 1 & 2.

Final Stray Vacancy Round:

• Register: New registration required.
• Elimination: Candidates with seats are eliminated.
• Vacancy Round: Fill choices for vacant seats.
• Seat Allotment: Based on merit in this round.
• Joining: Join allotted seat or face consequences.

Step 5: Seat Allottment Process for the Rounds 

Here’s how seat allottment process works;

Common Steps for All Rounds:

• Choices Locked: After the choice filling window closes, your choices are locked.
• Rank Processing: Your NEET score and category are used to calculate your rank.
• Seat Allocation Algorithm: Seats are allocated based on a pre-defined algorithm considering:

1. Your rank in NEET Exam
2. Your locked choices
3. Seat availability in your chosen colleges and courses
4. Reservation categories

• Seat Allotment Results: Results are announced on the official website (MCC for AIQ, state websites for state quota).

Seat Acceptance:

If Allotted:

• Download your allotment letter.
• Upload required documents within the stipulated timeframe.
• Report to the allotted college with original documents for physical verification.

Not Allotted:

• Wait for the next round or consider Stray Vacancy Round (if applicable).

Step 6: Upgradations 

round but get a higher rank or preferred choice in a subsequent round. Here's a simplified breakdown:

Eligibility:

• Only applicable if you were allotted a seat in Round 1 or 2.
• Not possible in the Final Stray Vacancy Round.

Steps:

• Check Upgradation Option: After each round's result, see if upgradation is allowed in the next round.
• New Choices (Optional): If allowed, you can add or modify your choices for upgradation during the specified window.
• Locking: Lock your final choices for upgradation before the deadline.
• Upgradation Results: Wait for the next round's seat allotment results.
• Upgraded or Not Upgraded:

1. Upgraded: You'll receive an allotment letter for the new seat. Follow the acceptance steps (document upload, reporting) at the new college.
2. Not Upgraded: You retain your previous seat allocation.

Steps 7: Reporting to Allotted Colleges 

Once you're allotted a seat in your desired college through NEET Counselling, it's time to secure your spot! Here's a simplified breakdown of the reporting process:

Steps:

• Download Allotment Letter: Access and download your official seat allotment letter from the MCC website (for AIQ) or your state counselling authority's website.
• Document Verification: Prepare all required documents as mentioned in the allotment letter and official guidelines. These typically include:

1. Admit card, scorecard, mark sheets, certificates
2. Proof of identity and date of birth
3. Category certificate (if applicable)
4. Allotment letter
5. Photocopies of all documents

• Reporting Deadline: Strictly adhere to the reporting deadline specified in your allotment letter. Late reporting can lead to cancellation of your seat.
• Physical Reporting: Visit the allotted college in person within the stipulated timeframe. Carry the original documents for verification.
• Document Verification at College: College authorities will verify your documents and confirm your admission.
• Fee Payment: Pay the necessary fees as per the college's instructions.
• Seat Confirmation: Upon successful document verification and fee payment, your seat in the college is confirmed.

Documents Required

• Allotment Letter issued by MCC

• Admit Cards of Exam issued by NTA.

• NEET 2024 Result/ Rank letter issued by NTA.

• Date of Birth Certificate (if Metric Certificate does not bear the same)

• Class 10th Certificate

• Class 10+2 Certificate

• Class 10+2 Marks Sheet

• Eight (8) Passport size photograph same as affixed on the application

• form.

• Proof of identity (Aadhar/ PAN/ Driving Licence/ Passport)

NEET Counselling 2024 Fees

Non-Refundable Fees  (Registrations) 

Institutions	UR	SC/ST/OBC/PwD
15% AIQ/ Central Universities	INR 1,000	INR 500
Deemed Universities	INR 5,000	INR 5,000

Refundable Tuition Fees 

Institutions	UR	SC/ST/OBC/PwD
15% AIQ/ Central Universities	INR 10,000/-	INR 5,000/-
Deemed Universities	INR 25,000/-	INR 25,000/-

Admission Process

After receiving your allotment letter:

• Pay Fees: Follow instructions on the letter and university website to pay the centralized advance tuition fee.
• Report to College: Visit the allotted college in person within the specified timeframe. Bring the following documents:

1. Allotment letter
2. Proof of centralized fee payment
3. High School (10th) certificate (age proof)
4. Intermediate (10+2) certificate and marksheet
5. NEET UG 2023 Admit Card and Result/Rank letter
6. Category certificates (if applicable)
7. PWD certificate (if applicable)
8. Kashmiri Migrants certificates (if applicable) - Refer to information bulletin
9. Domicile certificate (Uttarakhand candidates only)
10. Valid ID proof
11. Other documents requested by the college (check website or contact them)
12. Bank Demand Draft for remaining fees (tuition, hostel, etc.)

• Complete Admission: Your admission is finalized only after receiving the official admission letter from the college within the specified time.

Participating Colleges of the Punjab NEET Counselling 2024

Medical Colleges

List of the Government Medical Colleges in Punjab

Name and Address ofMedical College / Medical Institution	University Name	Management of College	Year of Inception of College	Annual Intake (Seats)	Fees
						Government Medical College, Amritsar	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences,Faridkot	Govt.	1943	250	1,66,000
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhatinda	Statutory Autonomous, AIIMS(New Delhi)	Govt.	2019	100	5856
Government Medical College, Patiala	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences,Faridkot	Govt.	1953	250	1,66,000
Guru Govind Singh Medical College, Faridkot	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences,Faridkot	Govt.	1973	150	1,74,000/-
Dr B R Ambedkar State Institute of Medical Sciences, SAS Nagar, Mohali	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences,Faridkot	Govt.	2021	100	1,58,000

List of the Private Medical Colleges in Punjab 

Name and Address ofMedical College / Medical Institution	University Name	Management of College	Year of Inception of College	Annual Intake (Seats)	Fees
						Gian Sagar Medical College & Hospital, Patiala	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences,Faridkot	Trust	2020	150	10,42,000
Sri Guru Ram Das Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Sri Amritsar	Sri Guru Ram Das University of Health Sciences, Sri Amritsar	Trust	1997	150	3,85,500
Dayanand Medical College & Hospital, Ludhiana	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences,Faridkot	Trust	1963	100	3,85,500
Christian Medical College, Ludhiana	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences,Faridkot	Trust	1953	100	3,85,500
Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Bhatinda	Adesh University, Bathinda	Trust	2006	150	9,92,000
Chintpurni Medical College, Pathankot, Gurdaspur	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences,Faridkot	Trust	2011	150	9,92,000
Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences, Jalandhar	Baba Farid University of Health Sciences,Faridkot	Trust	2011	150	3,85,500

Dental Colleges 

List of Government Medical Colleges in Punjab

BDS Colleges	Affiliation	Institute Type	Established Year	Seats	Annual Fees
Govt. Dental College, Amritsar	Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Government	1952	50	80,000/-
Govt. Dental College, Sangrur Road, Patiala	Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Government	1956	50	80,000/-

List of Private Dental Colleges in Punjab 

BDS Colleges	Affiliation	Institute Type	Established Year	Seats	Annual Fees
Sri Guru Ram Das Institute Of Dental Sciences & Research, Amritsar	Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar	Private	1992	60	80,000/-
Baba Jaswant Singh Dental College Hospital & Research Institute, Ludhiana	Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Private	1998	100	1,65,000/-
Guru Nanak Dev Dental College & Research Institute, Patiala Bathinda Road	Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar	Private	1992	100	1,65,000/-
National Dental College, Tehsil Dera Bassi, Patiala	Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Private	2001	100	1,65,000/-
Luxmi Bai Institute Of Dental Sciences & Hospital, Sirhind Road, Patiala	Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Private	2001	100	1,65,000/-
Genesis Institute Of Dental Sciences & Research, Ferozepur	Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Private	2005	100	1,65,000/-
Shaheed Kartar Singh Sarabha Dental College, Ludhiana	Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Private	2008	50	1,65,000/-
Rayat-Bahra Dental College, Mohali	Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Private	2010	100	1,65,000/-
Sri Sukhmani Dental College & Hospital, Derabassi	Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Private	2013	100	1,65,000/-
Christian Dental College, Ludhiana	Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Private	1992	40	1,65,000/-
Adesh Institute Of Dental Sciences & Research, Bathinda	Adesh University, Bathinda	Private	2008	100	1,65,000/-
Dasmesh Institute Of Research & Dental Sciences, Faridkot	Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Private	1992	100	1,65,000/-
Gian Sagar Dental College & Hospital Patiala	Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences, Faridkot	Private
Desh Bhagat Dental College & Hospital, Mandi Gobindgarh	Baba Farid University Of Health Sciences	Private	1999	100	1,65,000/-

Punjab NEET Counselling Frequently Asked Questions

What is Punjab NEET Counselling?

The Punjab NEET Counselling 2024 is an counselling for the admission to the medical and dental courses in state of punjab.

Q. When Will Punjab NEET Counselling 2024 start?

A. Though the official announcement for Punjab NEET counselling in yet to realsed the aspiring candidate can expect it to start after publication NEET 2024 Exam Result by National Testing Agency.

Q. how many medical Colleges are there in Punjab?

A. The total number of the medical colleges in punjab is 12

Q. How many Dental Colleges are there in Punjab?

A. The total number of the dental colleges in punjab is 16.

Q. How many seats for medical colleges are there in Punjab?

A.  The total number of the medical seats in punjab is 2592 

Q. How many Seat for the dental colleges are there in Punjab?

A. The total number of the dental seats in punjab is 1260  

Q. Who conducts the Punjab NEET Counselling 2024?

A.  The Counselling Conducting authority for the Punjab NEET Counselling 2024 is Baba Farid university of health sciences (BFUHS)

Q. Whats the official website for the Punjab NEET Counselling Conducting Authority?

A. The Official  website for the punjab NEET Counselling conducting authority is https://bfuhs.ac.in/ 

Q. What documents are required for the application process?

A. Documents like NEET scorecard, mark sheets, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), photograph, and signature are likely to be required. Refer to the official notification for the complete list and specifications.

Q. How will the seats be allocated in Punjab NEET Counselling 2024?

A. Seat allocation will likely be based on the candidate's NEET rank and their choices filled during online counselling. Refer to the notification for detailed explanation of the process.

Q. What is the process for document verification and reporting to the allotted college?

A. This information will be available in the official notification. Generally, candidates need to report to the allotted college with original documents for verification and fee payment within the stipulated timeframe.

Q. Will there be a second round of counselling?

A. Yes, a second round of counselling is typically conducted for candidates wanting to upgrade their seats based on available vacancies.