The Chandigarh NEET PG Counselling 2025 Round 1 process has entered a crucial phase with choice filling and locking currently underway for MD and MS admissions. The counselling is being conducted for postgraduate medical seats at Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Chandigarh, based on NEET PG 2025 ranks. Eligible candidates must complete and lock their choices by December 15, 2025, to be considered for Round 1 seat allotment. This stage plays a decisive role in determining college and course allocation, as seat allotment will be strictly based on merit rank, filled preferences, reservation norms, and seat availability.
Chandigarh NEET PG 2025 Round 1 Counselling Schedule and Important Dates
Candidates participating in Chandigarh NEET PG Counselling 2025 must carefully track the official timeline to avoid missing any mandatory step. The Round 1 process follows a structured schedule, covering choice filling, allotment, and reporting. Before reviewing the dates, it is important to note that failure to lock choices before the deadline may result in automatic locking based on filled preferences, which could impact seat allocation.
Candidates must complete reporting within the stipulated period to retain the allotted seat.
MD and MS Seat Allotment Process at GMCH Chandigarh
The NEET PG seat allotment 2025 for Chandigarh will be conducted based on a centralized merit list prepared using NEET PG scores. GMCH Chandigarh offers a limited number of MD and MS seats, making preference filling a critical step. Before making choices, candidates should analyze available specializations, previous year cut-offs, and category-wise seat distribution. Allotment depends on:
- NEET PG All India Rank
- Locked course and college preferences
- Reservation criteria
- Seat matrix availability
Candidates allotted a seat in Round 1 must either accept and report or opt for further rounds as per counselling rules.
Documents Required at the Time of Reporting
After seat allotment, shortlisted candidates must report physically to GMCH Chandigarh with original documents for verification. Proper documentation is mandatory to complete admission. Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- NEET PG 2025 admit card and scorecard
- MBBS degree certificate and mark sheets
- Internship completion certificate
- Permanent or provisional medical registration
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Government-issued photo identity proof
Failure to produce valid documents may lead to cancellation of the allotted seat.
What Happens After Round 1 of Chandigarh NEET PG Counselling 2025?
Candidates who are not allotted a seat or who choose not to accept the Round 1 allotment will be eligible to participate in subsequent counselling rounds, subject to availability of seats. Further rounds aim to fill remaining vacancies across MD and MS courses at GMCH Chandigarh. Applicants are advised to monitor official notifications closely, as counselling schedules and rules may vary across rounds.
