Chhattisgarh NEET UG Counselling 2025: Round 1 Registration Starts Today at cgdme.in

The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Chhattisgarh has officially started the Round 1 registration for NEET UG Counselling 2025 from today. All eligible candidates who have cleared NEET UG 2025 and wish to apply for MBBS and BDS courses in medical and dental colleges across the state can now register on the official website—cgdme.in. The

I’m writing about this topic because every year, thousands of NEET aspirants in Chhattisgarh look forward to this counselling process to secure a seat in government or private medical colleges. Many students and parents are confused about dates, documents, and procedure, and they often end up missing important steps. So this article will give you a clear and detailed update on how to register, key deadlines, eligibility, seat matrix, and tips to avoid last-minute issues. If you’re planning to participate in Chhattisgarh NEET UG Counselling 2025, or even if you’re helping someone who is, this post will help you stay one step ahead.

Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2025 Counselling: Who Can Apply?

To take part in the counselling, candidates must:

Have cleared NEET UG 2025 with a valid score
Be a resident of Chhattisgarh (for state quota seats)
Have completed 17 years of age as on 31 December 2025
Have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English

How to Register for Round 1

Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you register smoothly:

Visit the official website: www.cgdme.in
Click on UG Counselling 2025
Select Round 1 Registration
Fill in your NEET roll number, personal details, and academic information
Upload scanned copies of required documents
Pay the registration fee online
Submit the form and take a printout for future use

Make sure your documents are scanned properly and are clearly visible before uploading.

Registration Fee Structure

Category	Fee Amount
General/OBC	₹1,000
SC/ST/PwD	₹500
NRI Candidates	₹10,000

Payment can be made through debit card, credit card or net banking.

Important Dates to Remember

While exact deadlines can change, here’s a tentative schedule based on past years:

Registration begins: 29 July 2025
Last date to register: 4th August 2025
Provisional merit list: 6th August 2025
Choice filling and locking: Will be opened shortly after merit list
Seat allotment result (Round 1): Mid-August 2025
Document verification and admission: Within 7 days of result

Keep checking the official website regularly for updated timelines.

Documents Required for Registration

You will need to upload the following documents during registration:

NEET UG 2025 scorecard
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
Domicile certificate of Chhattisgarh
Caste certificate (if applicable)
PwD certificate (if applicable)
Passport-size photograph
Aadhaar card or valid ID proof

If you’re applying for NRI or management quota seats, additional documents like passport, sponsorship letter, and embassy certificates will be required.

Types of Seats Available in Chhattisgarh NEET Counselling

Chhattisgarh NEET UG counselling offers:

State Quota Seats (85%) in government medical and dental colleges
Private College Seats, including management and NRI quotas
15% AIQ seats are managed by MCC separately, not by CGDME

There are around 1,345 MBBS seats and 600+ BDS seats available in the state, spread across government and private institutions.

Final Tips for Aspirants

Register early to avoid last-minute technical issues
Double-check all documents before submission
Keep a close watch on the website for updates and notifications
Once choice filling opens, research colleges properly and list your preferences wisely

Education and Employment Can Transform Society: Dinesh Gundu Rao Highlights the Way Forward

During a recent public address in Mangaluru, Karnataka’s Health and Family Welfare Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao stressed that education and employment are two powerful tools that can shape the future of any society. He pointed out that when people are educated and have meaningful jobs, they can rise above social divisions, poverty, and other long-standing issues. His statement came while addressing students and faculty at a function organised at Srinivas University, where he also touched on the importance of knowledge-driven growth.

I felt the need to write about this because it’s rare to hear such a strong political focus on the link between education, employment and overall societal transformation. We often hear about schemes, budgets and infrastructure, but rarely is the bigger picture discussed—how these two sectors can change the life of a common person. This topic matters to all of us, especially the youth, who are navigating a fast-changing job market while also dealing with rising academic pressure. By writing about this, I hope more people start thinking seriously about how education is not just about degrees, and employment is not just about money—it’s about dignity, stability and progress.

Why Education and Employment Matter Together

Education and employment are often treated as separate issues, but in reality, they go hand-in-hand. Education gives people the ability to think, create and contribute. Employment gives them the opportunity to apply what they know, support their families, and be part of the economy. According to Dinesh Gundu Rao, these two pillars must be developed together if we want a fairer and more productive society.

He stressed that:

Lack of access to education pushes people into poverty.
Unemployment leads to frustration, crime, and brain drain.
A society that fails to create job-ready youth will always remain unequal.

This is why investing in schools, colleges, and job-oriented courses is not just a policy decision—it’s a moral responsibility.

Government’s Role in Creating Equal Opportunities

During the event, Rao mentioned that governments should focus not only on building schools and colleges but also on ensuring the quality of education. He said students from rural areas often struggle because they don’t have the same access to English-medium teaching or computer labs as those in urban areas. This kind of inequality reflects in the job market too, where rural youth get fewer chances.

He also pointed out that:

Many graduates remain unemployed or underemployed because they are not industry-ready.
There is a big gap between what is taught in classrooms and what the job market demands.
Career counselling and vocational training should start at the school level.

According to him, if we want to see real change, we need long-term thinking and serious government commitment—not just one-time policies or election promises.

Importance of Social Harmony for Progress

One of the key messages Rao delivered was about unity. He said education should be a tool to unite people and not divide them. The minister raised concern about how communalism and polarisation are slowly taking attention away from important issues like job creation and educational reform.

He added that:

When youth are unemployed, they are more vulnerable to divisive ideologies.
Education can help people develop critical thinking and tolerance.
A strong education and employment ecosystem reduces dependence on populist politics.

He urged young people to stay informed, ask questions, and focus on real-life issues rather than distractions.