✅ Counselling Process | 🎓 Career Options | 📈 Improvement Strategy | 🏥 Course Details
Conducted by: Medical Counselling Committee (MCC)
Eligibility: All NEET qualified candidates across India
Process: Online registration → Choice filling → Seat allotment → Reporting
Rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Mop-up Round, Stray Vacancy Round
Conducted by: Respective State Authorities
Eligibility: Domicile candidates of respective states
Process: Similar to AIQ but managed by state counselling bodies
Advantage: Better chances for state residents, separate reservation policies
Registration & Choice Filling
Seat Allotment Rounds
Mop-up & Stray Vacancy
Classes Begin
Duration: 5 years (including internship)
Career Scope: Dentist, Orthodontist, Oral Surgeon, Own clinic
Cutoff Range: Generally 50-100 marks below MBBS cutoff
Duration: 5.5 years
Career Scope: Ayurvedic Doctor, Research, Government jobs, Wellness industry
Growing Demand: Increasing acceptance of traditional medicine
Duration: 5.5 years
Career Scope: Homeopathic Doctor, Private practice, Government hospitals
Benefits: Lower investment, good scope in rural areas
Duration: 4.5 years
Career Scope: Hospitals, Sports teams, Rehabilitation centers, Home care
Salary: ₹3-8 LPA, higher with specialization
Duration: 4 years
Career Scope: Hospitals, ICU, Emergency care, Abroad opportunities
Global Demand: High opportunities in US, Canada, Australia
Duration: 5.5 years
Career Scope: Animal hospitals, Government veterinary officer, Research
Growing Field: Increasing pet ownership, livestock industry
Identify weak subjects/topics using NEET result analysis
Aim for 50-100 marks improvement with focused preparation
Allocate more time to weak areas while maintaining strengths
85% questions come from NCERT - read thoroughly
Take 3-4 mock tests weekly to improve speed & accuracy
Solve last 10 years papers multiple times
• Focus on conceptual understanding
• Practice numerical problems daily
• Important topics: Mechanics, Optics, Modern Physics
• Target: 120+ out of 180 marks
• Memorize all reactions & formulas
• Organic Chemistry needs special focus
• Important: GOC, Hydrocarbons, Biomolecules
• Target: 140+ out of 180 marks
• Read NCERT line by line multiple times
• Focus on diagrams and processes
• Important: Genetics, Ecology, Human Physiology
• Target: 320+ out of 360 marks
You can consider: 1) Private medical colleges (MBBS) 2) Alternative medical courses like BDS, BAMS, BHMS 3) Study MBBS abroad in countries like Russia, Kazakhstan 4) Prepare again for NEET 2026 5) Explore other healthcare careers like nursing, physiotherapy, paramedical courses.
Yes, if you're determined and can identify your weak areas. Many successful doctors have cleared NEET in their second attempt. However, ensure you have a proper study plan, avoid previous mistakes, and stay motivated throughout the year.
Private medical college fees range from ₹15-25 lakhs per year. Total cost for 5.5 years can be ₹80 lakhs to ₹1.5 crores. Consider education loans and scholarship options. Compare this with abroad MBBS options which might be more affordable.
It's challenging but possible. You can pursue B.Sc in relevant subjects like Biology, Chemistry, or Biotechnology. However, NEET preparation requires dedicated focus. Consider this option only if you can manage both effectively.