As the 2025 MBBS admission season approaches, thousands of aspiring doctors are eyeing Deemed Universities for medical education in India. Deemed medical colleges, though privately managed, are recognized by the UGC and MCI/NMC, and offer excellent infrastructure and education. However, each year, a significant number of seats remain vacant, particularly under the NRI quota and management quota, mostly due to high fees or last-minute withdrawals.

Let’s break down everything you need to know about vacant seats, NRI quota, cutoffs, required documents, and the admission process for the MBBS 2025 session.

Vacant Seats in Deemed Medical Colleges: Why It Happens

Vacant seats in deemed medical colleges usually occur due to:

High tuition fees (especially in NRI/Management quota)

Students opting for government colleges in the mop-up or stray vacancy rounds

Incomplete documentation or non-appearance during counselling

Failure to meet the NEET cutoff or registration deadlines

These vacant seats are often filled during mop-up and stray vacancy rounds conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC).

NRI Quota in Deemed Medical Colleges – 2025

Every deemed university reserves 15% seats under the NRI quota, as per NMC/MCI norms. These seats are exclusively for:

NRI candidates

Overseas Citizens of India (OCI)

Children of NRIs

Sponsored candidates by NRIs (within blood relation, with valid affidavit)

NRI Quota Fees:

Fees under the NRI quota generally range from USD $25,000 to $60,000 per year, depending on the college.

Who Can Apply Under NRI Quota?

To be eligible:

The candidate must have appeared and qualified in NEET-UG 2025

Must fulfill NRI status documentation

Must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotech, and English

Should meet the minimum percentile (explained below)

Cutoff Criteria for MBBS in Deemed Universities – 2025

To get admission into a deemed university for MBBS, candidates must:

Note: These are estimated scores; actual cutoffs may vary depending on NEET 2025 results and seat availability.

Required Documents for Admission (2025)

Candidates must have original and photocopies of the following documents at the time of counselling/admission:

For Indian Nationals:

NEET 2025 Admit Card

NEET 2025 Scorecard

Class 10th Mark Sheet & Certificate (for DOB proof)

Class 12th Mark Sheet & Certificate

Transfer Certificate (TC) / School Leaving Certificate

Migration Certificate (if applicable)

Caste Certificate (for reserved categories)

Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

Aadhar Card / Government ID

Passport-size photographs (8-10 copies)

For NRI Candidates:

Passport of sponsoring NRI (attested)

NRI status proof (Embassy certificate / Visa / Work permit)

Sponsorship affidavit (relationship proof & declaration)

Candidate’s passport/OCI card (if applicable)

All educational documents as above

MBBS Admission Process in Deemed Medical Colleges – 2025

MBBS admissions in Deemed Universities are centralized and conducted through the MCC portal: https://mcc.nic.in

Step-by-Step Process:

NEET-UG 2025 Exam – Must qualify with required percentile.

Registration on MCC Portal – For Deemed University counselling.

Choice Filling & Locking – Select preferred deemed medical colleges.

Seat Allotment Rounds:

Round 1

Round 2

Mop-Up Round

Stray Vacancy Round (For leftover seats)

Document Verification & Reporting – At the allotted college with all original documents.

Fee Payment & Admission Confirmation

Note: If seats remain vacant after the stray round, some colleges may fill them via offline spot rounds under MCC guidelines.

Important Points to Remember

Deemed universities are open to all India candidates – no state domicile required.

No direct admission is allowed without NEET qualification.

Always check the official MCC portal and individual college websites for updates.

NRI quota seats are often left vacant due to high fees – keep an eye during the mop-up and stray vacancy rounds.

While deemed medical colleges offer a great opportunity for medical aspirants, especially those who don’t secure a government seat, it’s crucial to plan ahead, understand the process, and keep an eye on vacant seat notifications during the mop-up and stray rounds. The NRI quota, while expensive, also opens another door for eligible candidates.

Make sure your documents are ready, you meet the cutoff, and you stay updated with the MCC counselling process to avoid missing out.