The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGMET) Lucknow has released the **UP NEET UG Counselling 2025 Round 5 merit list** today, **December 12, 2025**. Students who took part in Round 5 counselling for medical and dental courses in Uttar Pradesh can now check their names on this list. The merit list is available online on the official website, **upneet.gov.in**.
This list is important for students seeking admission to **MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)** and **BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)** courses. It shows which candidates are eligible for the next stage of counselling for seats reserved under the **85 per cent state quota** in Uttar Pradesh colleges.
How to Check UP NEET UG Counselling Round 5 Merit List
Students can easily download the merit list in PDF format from the official website. No login details are needed to view this list. Follow these simple steps:
- Go to the official website: **upneet.gov.in**.
- Look for the "News and Events" or "Notification" section on the main page.
- Click on the link that says "**UP NEET UG Round 5 Merit List 2025**".
- A PDF file will open on your screen.
- Check your details and download the PDF for future reference.
Students can also find a direct link to download the merit list on the official website. It is important to check your details carefully once you open the PDF.
What Happens After the Merit List?
After the merit list is released, the next step is the **seat allotment process**. This is where students will be given specific colleges and courses based on their rank in the merit list and the choices they filled earlier.
Students had to fill their preferred college and course choices until **December 15, 2025**. The UP NEET counselling Round 5 **seat allotment result** will be announced on **December 16, 2025**. Only those candidates whose names are on the Round 5 merit list will be considered for seat allotment.
After the seat allotment result is out, selected candidates will need to complete further admission procedures. This usually includes downloading an allotment letter, reporting to the allotted college, and paying the fees within a specific timeframe. The exact dates for reporting will be shared along with the seat allotment result on the official website.
Important Dates for UP NEET UG Counselling Round 5
Here are the key dates for UP NEET UG Counselling Round 5:
| Event | Date |
| UP NEET UG Round 5 Merit List Release | **December 12, 2025** |
| Last Date for Choice Filling | **December 15, 2025** |
| UP NEET UG Round 5 Seat Allotment Result | **December 16, 2025** |
| Reporting to Allotted Colleges | (To be announced after seat allotment) |
Understanding UP NEET UG Counselling
NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test - Undergraduate) is a very important exam for students who want to become doctors or dentists. After writing the NEET UG exam, students apply for counselling to get admission into medical and dental colleges.
The counselling process for Uttar Pradesh (UP) is managed by the Directorate General of Medical Education and Training, Lucknow. This state-level counselling handles admissions for 85 per cent of the MBBS and BDS seats in government and private medical/dental colleges within Uttar Pradesh. The remaining 15 per cent of seats are filled through All India Quota (AIQ) counselling.
Each round of counselling has specific steps: registration, merit list release, choice filling, seat allotment, and reporting to colleges. Students must follow these steps carefully and check the official website regularly for all updates to secure their admission.
Students are advised to regularly check the official website **upneet.gov.in** for the latest updates and detailed instructions. Staying informed is crucial for a smooth admission process.
