When it comes to NEET UG counselling, many students and parents are confused about the difference between All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota. Knowing how these quotas work is very important to increase your chances of getting an MBBS seat in a good medical college.
In this blog, we’ll explain everything in a simple way — so you can make smart decisions during MBBS admissions.
🟦 What is All India Quota (AIQ)?
The All India Quota is a part of MBBS seats in government medical colleges across India that is available for students from any state.
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Conducted by: MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) at mcc.nic.in
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Covers: 15% of seats in government medical colleges in most states
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Open to: NEET-qualified students from any state
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Also includes: Seats in Deemed Universities and Central Institutes (like AIIMS, JIPMER)
✅ Best for students with high NEET ranks who want to study in another state
🟩 What is State Quota?
The State Quota covers the remaining 85% of government MBBS seats in each state. These are mainly for students who belong to that state.
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Conducted by: State authorities (like UPDGME, KEA, Maharashtra CET Cell, etc.)
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Eligibility: Students need to meet domicile criteria
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Includes: Private medical colleges in the state (for some states)
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Website: Each state has its own NEET counselling website
✅ Best for students who want admission in their home state or under a reserved category
🔍 Key Differences Between AIQ & State Quota
| Criteria | All India Quota (AIQ) | State Quota |
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| Who conducts it | MCC (Central) | State counselling authorities |
| Seat % | 15% of Govt college seats | 85% of Govt college seats |
| Eligibility | Open to all NEET-qualified students | State domicile usually required |
| Website | mcc.nic.in | Individual state portals |
| Reservation | Yes (as per central rules) | Yes (as per state rules) |
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MCC AIQ counselling updates
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State-wise NEET UG counselling schedules
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Mop-up and stray round notices
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🎓 Final Thoughts
Both AIQ and State Quota have their own advantages. Some students may get better options under AIQ, while others may have stronger chances in their own state. The key is to track both counselling processes carefully, stay informed, and act fast.
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