NEET AIQ vs State Quota - Know Differences, Seat Distribution, Process & Other Details

Rahul Raj

Updated On: October 11, 2023 11:18 am IST | NEET

Are you preparing for NEET 2024 Counselling? Learn all the details related to NEET AIQ vs State Quota counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee and state medical councils, respectively, in this article.

NEET AIQ vs State Quota

NEET AIQ vs State Quota comes into the picture during the counselling rounds of the admission process. NEET AIQ quota comprises 15% of the total available seats to grant students admission in topmost colleges at an all-India scale. The state quota is applicable for 85% of total seats available.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is responsible for administering the NEET UG 2024 for undergraduate medical admissions in the country. The upcoming NEET 2024 exam is scheduled to be conducted on May 5, 2024. As per the notification, the result for NEET 2024 exam will be released in the 2nd week of June 2024. The responsibilities of NTA end when the results are announced and the all-India rank list is released. After that, Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) begins counselling for All India quota (AIQ) seats, while state counselling authorities handle seats under state quota.

'What is the difference between NEET AIQ and State Quota?' is a common question among students. Here's a detailed review of NEET AIQ vs State Quota with the goal of clearing students' doubts and assisting them in anticipating NEET-UG rank depending on their score.

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NEET Seat Distribution 2024

NEET-UG 2024 counselling is divided into two categories: AIQ counselling and state-level counselling. NEET-UG AIQ counselling is conducted by the MCC, whereas state-level counselling is conducted by the respective states.

Reservation Quota

Percentage of Seats

All India Quota Seats (AIQ)

15%

State Quota Seats

85%


Students who secure the desired qualifying rank can refer to the seat distribution. One can check the below table to get relevant information on ranks as well as marks.

NEET AIQ vs State Quota 2024

Before diving deeper, let's try to understand and get an overview of what the NEET All India Quota/ 15% Quota and NEET State Quota/ 85% Quota seats are and how they play an important role in the NEET counselling process.  

NEET 2024 Cutoff for Courses 

Before participating in counselling rounds, one must know the desired NEET 2024 cutoff needed for topmost courses. The cutoff marks for NEET 2024 will be released after the counselling process ends. Till then, candidates can check out the cutoff makrs for Veterinary, BAMS, BHMS and BDS courses of NEET 2023 exams:

NEET AIQ Counselling 2024

The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) conducts counselling for the 15% seats under the All India quota for admission to MBBS and BDS programmes on behalf of the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). There are various stages to the process.

Seats in Deemed and Central Universities across the country, ESIC, and AFMC institutes are available through AIQ. Under this quota, 15% of the total seats in government colleges are filled by the AIQ, while the remaining 85% seats are reserved for state quota seats. The Medical counselling for AYUSH seats in the All-India quota is conducted by the AYUSH Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC).

Admission to MBBS is considerably higher in the All-India quota than in the state-level quota. Candidates who score well in the NEET-UG exam can apply for MBBS admission in a variety of states through the AIQ quota. Admission is solely based on a candidate's performance in the NEET-UG 2024 exam.

Also read: List of Documents Required for NEET 2024 Counselling for MBBS Admission

Who Can Participate in NEET AIQ 2024?

Here is a clarification on NEET AIQ vs State Quota seats:

Eligibility for AIQ Seats: The All India Quota (AIQ) seats are open to a wide range of candidates, including Indian Nationals, Overseas Citizens of India (OCI), Non-Resident Indians (NRI), and Persons of Indian Origin (PIO). These eligible individuals can compete for AIQ seats in medical and dental colleges across the country.

Opt-Out States: It is important to note that J&K, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh have chosen to opt out of the AIQ counselling process. However, candidates from these states who still wish to participate in the AIQ counselling must complete a self-declaration form.

Self-Declaration Form: To be considered for AIQ seats, candidates from J&K, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh must submit a self-declaration form stating their intention to participate in the AIQ counselling. This form ensures that candidates from these states can still compete for the AIQ seats, despite their states not being part of the official counselling process.

NEET AIQ Reservation Policy 2024 

Only 15% of All India Quota seats are subject to the NEET 2024 Reservation regulations, whilst State Government seats are subject to the State Government Reservation policies.

A total of 15% of seats are reserved under the All India Quota, which follows to MCC's quota policy. The following are the various categories that reserve certain seats:

  • 15% seats are reserved for SC candidates,

  • 7.5% seats are reserved for ST candidates,

  • 27% seats in Central Educational Institutions are reserved for OBC

  • 5% for PwD category candidates.

Also Read: Admission to Top MBBS Colleges

NEET State Quota Counselling 2024

There are 85% of seats that are filled under the State Quota. The Quota seats are available to applicants from the corresponding states. After considering several factors such as the number of seats in the state's medical colleges, the NEET cut-off, and the types of students seeking admission to medical and allied programmes, the respective state counselling authorities publish merit lists for admission to the 85 per cent state-quota seats.

  • In each Indian state, candidates who live in the state have access to 85 per cent of the total medical seats (government).

  • The respective state specifies eligibility requirements and reservation procedures for admissions under state quota seats before commencing the counselling process.

  • In several states, specific laws apply to corresponding categories for seat reservation in MBBS/BDS programmes.

  • Admissions to medical courses in private medical colleges would be governed by state authority regulations.

Who Can Participate in NEET State Quota Counselling 2024?

Here are some examples that would help you understand the eligibility criteria for NEET State Quota Counselling better. 

Example 1: If a student belongs to the domicile of Karnataka, he/she can aspire for 15% AIQ and 85% state quota of Karnataka. If the student is unable to get admission under AIQ due to higher cutoffs, the chances of securing admission in top medical colleges under the state quota are high. As different states individually release a rank list for MBBS admission based on NEET rank, a student securing 100+ rank in AIQ has chances of securing less than 15 ranks in the state quota. 

Example 2: If a student belongs to the domicile of Maharashtra and his/ her AIQ is 1,000+, the chances of securing admission in top colleges under the All-India Level (15%) is limited. However, in the state rank list of Maharashtra, the student has chances of securing a state rank between 300-400. In such cases, admission to top MBBS colleges in Maharashtra can be possible. 

As state-level counselling begins after the conclusion of Round 1 AIQ, candidates are advised to participate in both levels for better admission chances. If you are not able to get admission under AIQ, an 85% state quota will be the best option.

List of Colleges Based on NEET AIQ Rank 

Students who partake in the counselling rounds can refer below to find the colleges where they can get admission into based on their ranks.

Colleges Accepting NEET AIQ Rank 25,000 - 50,000

Colleges Accepting NEET AIQ Rank 50,000 - 75,000

Colleges Accepting NEET AIQ Rank 75,000 - 1,00,000

Colleges Accepting NEET AIQ Rank 1,00,000 - 3,00,000

Colleges Accepting NEET AIQ Rank 3,00,000 - 6,00,000

Colleges Accepting NEET AIQ Rank 6,00,000 - 8,00,000

Colleges Accepting NEET AIQ Rank Over 8,00,000

Inter Se Merit 2024 Determination Policy

In case students obtain similar marks in NEET 2024 exam, the final ranking is decided for AIQ based on the below-mentioned order.

Parameters

Details

Biology subject

The first preference is given to students who have secured higher marks in Biology

Chemistry

In case the tie continues, the second preference is awarded to the student who has scored marks higher in Chemistry.

Negative marks or wrong attempts

If the tie still exists, then candidates who have attempted less wrong answers are given preference.

Age Crtieria

Students who are older in age are assigned a better rank.

Students should note that admissions for JIPMER and AIIMS are decided by separate entrance examinations arranged by the respective institutions.

State Wise MBBS Admission

Students who secure the minimum NEET 2024 cutoff are eligible to partake in AIQ as well as State-Level counselling rounds. Given below are state-wise bifurcation of NEET cutoff. Since, the state-wise cutoff for NEET 2024 will be released after the counselling ends, candidates can gain insights by analysing the table provided below for NEET 2023 state-wise cutoff marks:

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FAQs

How many rounds are held for state quota seats?

In total, institutes at the state level conduct 4 rounds primarily to grant admission to 85% of seats. The four rounds of counselling are Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round. In case the seats are filled in 3 rounds, the 4th round is not conducted.

What is the 15% NEET AIQ quota?

NEET AIQ comprises 15% seats of all the total seats. The counselling for the same is held at a national level. Students are granted seats to topmost institutions using the AIQ quota. Thus, candidates must aim to score as high as possible to get admission in their dream colleges.

Can I participate in the state quota as well as the AIQ quota?

Yes, students can apply for both quotas. Initially, aspirants have to apply for 15% AIQ seats and later on, the state quota admissions are held. Depending on the scores obtained, seat availability, and college selected, students are granted admission to their dream colleges.

What is the benefit of NEET 2024 state quota?

State quota comprises 85% of the total seats of colleges. Thus, granting admission to more students in a respective institute. As students within the state can only apply for this quota, the competition level reduces and aspirants have better chances of securing admission in a college.

Which is better 15% AIQ quota or state quota?

All India Quota (AIQ) comprises 15% of all seats in NEET UG while the remaining 85% seats are reserved for state quota. The competition level of All India quota is high as students across the country want admission in the topmost colleges. However, aspirants have a better chance of getting admission in a college as the competition level is less. The only restriction is that one needs to choose a college within the state they are residing in. So, depending on students' aspirations and goals, they can gain maximum advantage from the admission rounds.

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