The process for choosing courses and colleges for the **Kerala NEET PG Counselling 2025** has officially begun. This first phase, known as option registration or choice filling, started on **November 6, 2025**. Students wishing to secure a postgraduate medical seat in Kerala must submit their choices online by **November 12, 2025, at 5 PM**. This important update comes from the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations (CEE) Kerala, who has also released the full schedule for Round 1 of counselling.
Only students who have their names on the **Kerala NEET PG 2025 Counselling Merit List**, also called the Rank List, can take part in this option registration. The CEE Kerala has asked candidates to be very careful when making their choices. Students should only select a course, college, and type of seat (quota) if they are sure they will join it if it is given to them. The counselling system will only consider options that are registered online.
Key Dates for Kerala NEET PG 2025 Counselling Round 1
Here are the important dates for the first round of counselling:
| Events | Dates |
| Kerala NEET PG 2025 Counselling First Phase Option Registration | **November 6, 2025, to November 12, 2025 (5 PM)** |
| Provisional seat allotment result | **November 14, 2025** |
| Final seat allotment result | **November 15, 2025** |
| Reporting and joining at allotted institutes | **November 17, 2025, to November 20, 2025 (4 PM)** |
How to Register Your Options for Kerala NEET PG Counselling 2025
Students must follow a simple online process to register their choices for courses and colleges. It is important to complete all steps carefully before the deadline.
- **Step 1:** Go to the official website of CEE Kerala: **cee.kerala.gov.in**.
- **Step 2:** Find and click on the link that says ‘PG Medical 2025 – Candidate Portal’.
- **Step 3:** Log in to your account. You will need to enter your **Application Number**, **Password**, and an **Access Code**.
- **Step 4:** Once logged in, click on the ‘Option Registration’ tab.
- **Step 5:** Enter your choices for colleges and courses. Make sure to list them in the order of your preference, from most desired to least desired.
- **Step 6:** After entering all your choices, click on the 'Submit' button to save them.
Security Deposit for Counselling
During the option registration process, candidates must pay a security deposit. This fee varies based on the student's category:
- Students from the **General category** must pay a security deposit of **INR 10,000**.
- Students belonging to the **SC, ST, and OEC categories** need to pay a security deposit of **INR 5,000**.
This deposit is a mandatory part of the option registration. Candidates should ensure they pay the correct amount based on their category to successfully complete their application. The deadline for choice filling is strict, and no extensions will be given. Students are advised to complete the process well before **November 12, 2025, at 5 PM** to avoid last-minute issues.
