Medical course at graduation is popularly known as MBBS.

It is time to know all the required information about the process to obtain a seat in the medical colleges in various states of India.

Seats in the medical colleges would be provided under two quotas – AIQ (All India Quota) and State Quota.

The counselling for AIQ will be conducted by MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) which comes under Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of Government of India.

On the other hand, NEET UG 2024 Counselling state wise will be conducted by the respective authorities concerned of various states.

Candidates can choose to take part in AIQ or state wise counselling or both to obtain a seat in a medical college.

While students from any state can apply in AIQ, the state counselling is mostly available for students of that respective state.

Dates for NEET UG 2024 Counselling State Wise

Schedule and dates for NEET UG 2024 counselling state wise would be released by various states after the release of NEET UG 2024 result.

Result for NEET UG for 2024 has already been released, however, there have been other developments post release of the result.

So the chances delay in commencing AIQ counselling cannot be denied. This may have an impact on NEET UG 2024 counselling state wise.

This can also mean, NEET UG 2024 counselling state wise may also start a bit beyond the schedule.

NEET UG 2024 result was out on 4 June 2024. The dates for the NEET UG 2024 Counselling state wise will be announced after the release of the result.

Sources say, the AIQ counselling schedule was to be out by 6 July 2024, now that has been postponed due to various reasons.

While NEET UG 2024 counselling for AIQ schedule is awaited, decision on NEET UG 2024 Counselling state wise may be taken after the dates on AIQ counselling are announced.

The schedule of NEET UG 2024 Counselling state wise may be out after the dates for AIQ counselling are out.

Who can apply for NEET UG 2024 Counselling State Wise?

Students must have completed plus two from a recognized educational institution in science stream with biology, physics and chemistry as subjects.

They must also have passed NEET UG 2024 with required qualifying marks to apply for NEET UG 2024 Counselling state wise. There is more to it than meets the eye.

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Those applying for NEET UG Counselling 2024 state wise must be a native of that particular state where they are applying.

Even those who are residing in that state for five years or more can also apply.

Candidates have to take up registration for each round of NEET UG 2024 Counselling state wise and then take up choice filling and locking.

Choice filling and locking is where the candidates get to choose colleges and course they wish to study there and then lock them. A list of chosen candidates (those who have been allotted a seat) is released.

They can also likely indicate the order of their preference of colleges in any round. Applicants can opt for any one college or choose to move to next institution as a part of choice filling and locking.

Individuals whose numbers or names are found in the list can convey the acceptance of the seat and then pay the fees and visit the institution where they have been allotted a seat for further process.

Candidates who do not get a seat in the college of their choice in the initial round, can register and try in subsequent rounds of NEET UG 2024 Counselling state wise.

Criteria for selection

The criteria to provide a seat in the college in NEET UG 2024 Counselling state wise will be based on few factors like – score in NEET UG, score in qualifying exam, candidates choice of the course and college, existing vacancies in the colleges, existing rules of reservation and prevailing demand trends among the candidates.

How to apply?

The process to register for NEET UG 2024 counselling state wise is online and candidates have to visit the official websites of the authorities concerned of their respective states. The process involved is mentioned below:

1. The URL of the website of the respective state authority must be typed into the browser and the webpage must be allowed to download.

2. Once the webpage is ready, candidates can click the button for registration.

3. This will likely open another webpage with a different URL

4. Once webpage with different URL opens, candidates can register and create an account.

5. Candidates can login after creating an account and take up choice filling and locking at the appropriate time.

6. Required documents must also be uploaded while taking part in NEET UG 2024 Counselling state wise.

The websites of authorities of various states connected with NEET UG 2024 Counselling state wise is provided below:

# Valid ID card like Aadhar, PAN, Voter ID

# Class 10 mark sheet

# Class 12 mark sheet/suggested alternatives if the mark sheet is yet to be obtained

# NEET UG 2024 admit card

# NEET UG 2024 scorecard

# Call letter for NEET UG 2024 counselling

# Community certificate (if applicable)

# Physically challenged certificate (if applicable)

Point to remember

The fee to be paid while applying for NEET UG 2024 Counselling state wise can change due to various reasons.

Fees to be paid while registering for the counselling process would vary from a state to another state.

Candidates can refer the information bulletin in the official website of the respective states above for updates.

BITS Pilani signed an agreement with the Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT) in Pune, on December 4. The areas of knowledge-sharing activities undertaken include workshops, seminars, and conferences to be conducted on national security fields, according to a statement from BITS Pilani.

The BITS Pilani statement also says that joint research work will be an area of focus for this collaboration. The Center for Research Excellence in National Security (CRENS) established at the BITS Pilani will facilitate the partnership.

Both institutes will also undertake research projects including short-term consultancy assignments to deal with industry issues and long-term initiatives to explore emerging and future areas. The collaborations will include the usage of lab infrastructures, faculty members, and research scholars.

BITS Pilani vice chancellor Ramgopal Rao was critical of the tie-up and stated: “Our partnership with DIAT Pune reflects a shared vision that through research and innovation, we can synergistically elevate the defence capability of India and give a technological push to India. Through CRENS we intend to address the veritable challenges and bring about self-reliance in the strategic sectors.

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BHVS Narayana Murthy, vice chancellor of DIAT Pune, stated: “DIAT Pune focuses on developing India’s technological defence capabilities by focused research, innovation, and skill development. BITS Pilani has always led the way for innovation, and our tie-up with the esteemed university will enable us to share resources and expertise to address many of the problems that are now challenging National Security and facilitate an ecosystem of collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurship.”

Conclusion

The partnership between BITS Pilani and DIAT Pune is a significant step forward in strengthening India’s national security and technological landscape. Through combining research, innovation, and skill development expertise, the two institutions aim to address critical challenges and enhance India’s defence capabilities. Initiatives such as joint research, certificate courses, and resource sharing will foster innovation and self-reliance in this collaboration. This partnership not only shows the importance of academia-industry synergy but also creates a benchmark for strategic collaborations in the building of a technologically robust and secure future for India.