GMC Narsampet AIQ vs State Quota: NEET exam is the biggest entrance exam in India for admission to medical courses like MBBS and BDS. Every year lakhs of students appear in this examination so that they can get a chance to study in top medical colleges across the country. But when it comes to allotment of seats, there are two types of quotas – AIQ i.e. All India Quota and the other is State Quota. It is very important to know the difference between these two so that you can prepare for your counselling properly.
NEET AIQ i.e. All India Quota covers 15% of the seats in government medical colleges across India. This means that even if you are a student of any state, you can participate in this quota and get admission in any medical college across the country. On the other hand, 85% of the seats of a particular state are reserved in State Quota. Only those students can participate in it who are residents of that state i.e. domicile holders.
Eligibility difference between NEET AIQ vs State Quota
To participate in NEET AIQ, it is only necessary that the student has completed 12th from science stream from any recognized board of India and has qualified NEET. Any student from any corner of India can participate in it. However, students of some states like Jammu and Kashmir have to take special permission.
On the other hand, to participate in State Quota, it is mandatory for the student to have a domicile certificate of that state. That is, if you are a resident of Rajasthan, then you can claim the seats of Rajasthan’s state quota. Apart from this, many states also apply their schooling rules such as you have to study from the school of the same state.
Difference in competition level between AIQ and State Quota
The seats in AIQ quota are only 15% but lakhs of students from all over the country compete for these seats. Due to this, the cutoff in NEET AIQ is very high and the competition is also very high. Only those students who get top rank are able to get admission in good colleges under this quota.
Competition in State Quota is limited only to the students of that state. This means that if you are a resident of a state, then you will have to compete for 85% of the seats of the same state. Therefore, it has been seen many times that the cutoff of State Quota is slightly lower than AIQ.
Difference in reservation policy
Reservation in NEET AIQ seats is done under the central policy of the Government of India. In this, reservation has been fixed for categories like SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS and PwD. On the other hand, in State Quota, every state implements its own reservation policy. For example, in some states there is separate reservation for female candidates, while in some states seats are reserved on economic basis.
Difference in counseling process
The counseling process for AIQ seats is done at the central level by MCC (Medical Counseling Committee). The entire process is online and in this, students have to do everything from registration to choice filling and seat allotment on the MCC website.
On the other hand, counseling for State Quota seats is done through each state’s own separate medical counseling authority. Like DGME UP for UP, CET Cell for Maharashtra, RUHS for Rajasthan etc. Therefore, you have to go to the official website of your state and complete the registration and the rest of the process.
No domicile is required in AIQ, if you are a citizen of India and have qualified NEET, then you can participate in it. At the same time, domicile certificate is mandatory for State Quota. Apart from this, many states also give additional preference if you have done schooling there or you were born there.
How will AIQ counseling be done for NEET 2025?
AIQ counseling of NEET 2025 will be conducted by MCC. This process will be completely online. After the NEET result, registration will start on the official website of MCC. After this, students will give preference to the college and course of their choice. Seat allotment will be based on the merit list and cutoff. If a student does not get a seat in the first round, he can also participate in the next round.
Under AIQ, seats are also available in institutions like Central University, Deemed University, ESIC College, and Army Medical College. Apart from this, there is a separate All India Counseling for AYUSH (BAMS, BHMS, BUMS etc.) courses, which is conducted through AACCC.
NEET AIQ vs State Quota: Which has better chances?
This question often arises in the minds of students whether AIQ is better or State Quota. The answer to this depends on your rank and state. If your All India Rank is very good, then AIQ can get you admission in the top medical colleges of the country. On the other hand, if the rank is a little low but the number of medical seats in your state is more, then State Quota can be a better option for you.
It has also been seen many times that due to the low cutoff of a state, studying from there becomes beneficial. Overall, both options are open to you if you score well in NEET. It is important to attend counselling with the right strategy.
NEET 2025 Cutoff and College List
The NEET cutoff varies every year and the cutoffs are different for both AIQ and State Quota. Students who rank between 25,000 and 50,000 can get good government colleges. Those who rank between 50,000 and 1 lakh can also get many good medical colleges. To know the state-wise cutoff, it is important to check the medical counselling website of your state.
Conclusion
After clearing NEET 2025, you have to decide whether to apply under AIQ or under the state quota of your state. Both options have their own benefits and challenges. Participate in the counseling process with the right information, good preparation and understanding so that you can get the medical college of your choice.
