DNB Post Diploma Counselling 2025 Begins May 8 – Check Round 1 Details
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the official schedule for DNB Post Diploma Counselling 2025. Round 1 registration starts on May 8 for qualified candidates. From choice filling to seat allotment, here’s everything post diploma candidates must know to secure admission in top hospitals offering DNB seats this year.

The DNB Post Diploma Counselling 2025 schedule has been officially released, with Round 1 registration commencing on May 8, 2025. Conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), this centralized counselling process will allocate seats in Diplomate of National Board (DNB) courses offered by various accredited hospitals across India. Candidates who have qualified the DNB Post Diploma Centralized Entrance Test (PDCET) 2025 are eligible to participate in this counselling process.
Key Dates and Events in Round 1 Counselling
Registration and payment for Round 1 begins on May 8 and closes on May 12, 2025
Choice filling and locking of preferred DNB Post Diploma courses can be done between May 9 and May 12
Seat allotment result for Round 1 will be declared on May 15, 2025
Candidates must report to allotted institutes between May 16 and May 21 to confirm their admission
Important Guidelines for DNB Post Diploma Candidates
Candidates must ensure all eligibility criteria are met, including valid PDCET 2025 scores and original documents
Registration must be completed through the official MCC portal only
Only one-time registration is allowed per round – no modifications will be permitted after locking choices
Any failure to join the allotted seat may result in disqualification from further rounds
What’s Next After Round 1?
Round 2 counselling will follow soon after the completion of Round 1 reporting
A mop-up round may be conducted for vacant seats depending on availability
Candidates not allotted a seat in Round 1 can participate in the next round without fresh registration
Updates regarding further rounds will be published on the MCC website
Conclusion
With DNB Post Diploma Counselling 2025 Round 1 registration set to begin on May 8, candidates must stay alert and follow all steps carefully. Securing a seat in this competitive process demands timely registration, informed choices, and proper documentation.