State PG Counselling covers the 50% domicile quota in government colleges plus the 85% Merit Quota in state-private colleges. Conducted by individual state authorities (Maharashtra State CET Cell, KEA Karnataka, ACPC Gujarat, BCECE Bihar, etc.). Domicile is mandatory — only candidates with the state's permanent residence proof can apply.
What's Covered Under State Quota
- 50% of state-government PG seats — domicile candidates only.
- 85% Merit Quota in state-private medical colleges (FRA-regulated fees).
- State-specific Service Quota (in-service doctors) where applicable.
- State Government Bond seats with reduced fees + service obligation.
State Counselling Authorities
| State | Authority | Portal |
|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra | State CET Cell | cetcell.mahacet.org |
| Karnataka | KEA | kea.kar.nic.in |
| Gujarat | ACPC | medadmgujarat.org |
| Tamil Nadu | DME / Selection Committee | tnmedicalselection.net |
| Andhra Pradesh / Telangana | KNRUHS | knruhs.telangana.gov.in |
| Uttar Pradesh | UPDGME | upneet.gov.in |
| Bihar | BCECE | bceceboard.bihar.gov.in |
| West Bengal | WBMCC | wbmcc.nic.in |
| Rajasthan | RUHS | ruhsraj.org |
| Madhya Pradesh | DME MP | dme.mponline.gov.in |
Eligibility
- NMC-recognised MBBS + completed internship.
- Permanent / provisional medical registration.
- Valid state domicile / permanent residence certificate — usually requires 10+ years' residence or schooling in the state.
- Qualifying NEET-PG percentile (50/40/45 by category).
- State-specific reservation eligibility (SC/ST/OBC/EWS as per state list).
Indicative Fee Comparison
| Seat Type | Annual Fee | Bond |
|---|---|---|
| Government PG (State Quota) | ₹ 30,000 – ₹ 2,00,000 | 1–3 years rural service (varies by state) |
| Private Merit Quota | ₹ 5 L – ₹ 20 L | None / Optional |
| Private Institutional Quota | ₹ 25 L – ₹ 60 L | None |
| NRI Quota in State Private | $ 25K – $ 50K | None |
Step-by-Step Procedure
- Verify domicile eligibility with the state's published rules.
- Register on the state's PG counselling portal when window opens.
- Upload documents — NEET-PG result, MBBS, internship certificate, domicile, registration.
- Pay registration / security fee (typically ₹1,000 – ₹50,000 depending on state).
- Choice Filling — fill specialty × college combinations.
- Lock choices before deadline.
- Round 1 Result → report physically with originals.
- Round 2 / Mop-Up for upgrades and unfilled seats.
- Stray Vacancy — final, no upgrades.
⚠️ Bond Conditions Vary Heavily by State
Maharashtra government PG bond: 1 year rural service or ₹50 Lakhs penalty. Karnataka: 1–2 years. Tamil Nadu: 2 years. Always read the bond clause before accepting — penalties for breach can reach ₹50 Lakhs+. → Full bond comparison
State Quota vs AIQ — Which to Choose?
You can register for both — they don't conflict. Most candidates do.
- Choose State Quota when: you want lowest fees in your home state, are open to bond service, prefer to stay near family.
- Choose AIQ when: you want to study in a different state's central institutes (AIIMS / PGI / JIPMER), or your domicile state has limited seats in your target specialty.
- Best practice: attempt both, lock choices in both. Decline whichever you don't take after Round 1 announcements.
Required Documents
- NEET-PG Admit Card + Scorecard
- MBBS Degree / Provisional Certificate
- Internship Completion Certificate
- State Medical Council Registration
- Domicile / Permanent Residence Certificate
- Class 10 + 12 Marksheets
- Caste / EWS / PwD Certificate (state-format)
- Aadhaar / PAN
- 8 passport-size photographs
- State-specific affidavits (where required)
Related Pages
- NEET-PG All India Counselling (50% AIQ)
- Deemed University PG Admissions
- Specialty Selection Guidance
- Fees & Bond Comparison
📌 Disclaimer
State counselling rules vary annually. Always verify the latest notification on the official state portal before applying.