All India Quota (AIQ) Counselling for NEET 2026
All India Quota (AIQ) Counselling 2026 is one of the most important admission pathways for candidates seeking seats in leading government medical and dental colleges across India. Conducted at the national level, AIQ counselling enables eligible candidates to compete for seats beyond their home state, increasing their opportunities to secure a preferred institution.
This comprehensive guide by MediYatra explains AIQ Counselling for NEET UG & NEET PG 2026, including eligibility, seat distribution, reservation, counselling rounds, required documents, and expert guidance.
What is All India Quota (AIQ)?
The All India Quota (AIQ) is a percentage of seats in government medical and dental colleges that are open to eligible candidates from across India through centralized counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).
- 15% AIQ Seats: NEET UG (MBBS/BDS)
- 50% AIQ Seats: NEET PG (MD/MS/PG Diploma/DNB)
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Key Highlights
- Conducting Authority: MCC
- Mode: Online
- Courses: MBBS, BDS, MD, MS, PG Diploma, DNB
- Eligibility: NEET-qualified candidates
- Seat Type: Government medical and dental colleges under AIQ
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Eligibility
- Qualify NEET UG 2026 or NEET PG 2026.
- Meet the prescribed qualifying percentile.
- Fulfil MCC eligibility requirements.
- For PG, possess an MBBS degree and complete the compulsory internship within the prescribed deadline.
Note: Candidates from any state may participate in AIQ counselling, subject to applicable eligibility rules and government regulations.
Reservation Policy
- General (UR)
- OBC (NCL)
- SC
- ST
- EWS
- PwD
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Step-by-Step AIQ Counselling Process
- Register on the official MCC portal.
- Pay the registration and security fee.
- Fill and lock your preferred colleges and courses.
- Seat allotment based on merit, reservation, preferences, and availability.
- Download the allotment result.
- Report to the allotted college with required documents.
- Participate in further rounds for upgradation if eligible.
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Counselling Rounds
- Round 1
- Round 2
- Mop-Up Round
- Stray Vacancy Round
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Documents Required
NEET UG
- NEET Admit Card
- NEET Scorecard
- Class 10 & 12 Certificates
- Government ID Proof
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size Photographs
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NEET PG
- NEET PG Admit Card & Scorecard
- MBBS Degree Certificate
- Internship Completion Certificate
- Medical Registration Certificate
- ID Proof
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
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Advantages
- Access to top government colleges across India.
- Greater admission opportunities.
- Transparent centralized counselling.
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Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Incorrect choice filling.
- Missing counselling deadlines.
- Not researching colleges.
- Ignoring reservation rules.
- Relying on unverified information.
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Expert Tips
- Study previous years' cut-offs.
- Fill maximum relevant choices.
- Track MCC notifications regularly.
- Keep documents ready.
- Make informed decisions.
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Why Choose MediYatra?
- Transparent and ethical counselling.
- Accurate college guidance.
- End-to-end counselling support.
- No false promises.
Whether you need help with registration, choice filling, or admission strategy, MediYatra is here to guide you throughout your AIQ Counselling 2026 journey.
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