Paperwork Panic? Not Anymore! Here’s Your MBBS Admission Document Guide

So you have cracked NEET and secured a seat – woohoo!! But before you start shopping for a stethoscope, here’s the deal: MBBS admissions are not just about marks, they are also about paperwork. 

It means, No Docs, No Doctor!!

Yep, MBBS admissions come with a document checklist longer than your Netflix watchlist. From your NEET scorecard to your migration certificate, you will need a mini filing cabinet! 

Let’s break down the must-have docs so your white coat dreams do not hit a paperwork snag.

1	NEET Admit Card & Scorecard	No NEET card? No entry. This one is the golden ticket that proves you conquered the exam. Keep both your admit card and result handy.
2	Class 10 & 12 Certificates	They prove you survived school and are ready for the big leagues. Bring both the mark sheets and passing certificates.
3	Identity Proof (Govt Approved)	Aadhar card, PAN, Passport, or Voter ID – pick your warrior. This is your official “Hey, it’s me!” document
4	Caste or Category Certificate (If Applicable)	Belong to SC/ST/OBC or any reserved category? – You will need the relevant certificate. Make sure it is in the proper government format!
5	Domicile Certificate	Many states give preference to local candidates. So if you are applying through a state quota, this one is a must.
6	Migration & Transfer Certificate	Shifting from one board/state? These papers make it official. Colleges want to know where you came from.
7	Recent Passport Size Photographs	They ask for a dozen. We do not know why either, but better safe than sorry. Keep at least 6-8 photos ready.
8	Provisional Allotment Letter	This one you get during NEET counselling. It is proof that the seat you bagged is officially yours.
9	Gap Certificate (If Applicable)	Took a year off after school? You will need to explain that in writing. No judgment – just paperwork.
10	Medical Fitness Certificate	Hey, you are about to become a doctor! But first, prove you are healthy enough to be one.
11	Proof of Family Income	Super important for scholarships or EWS quota seats!! You need a recent income certificate issued by the government.

Final Check-Up Before MBBS Admission 

• Make a checklist.
• Triple-check every doc.
• And do not wait till the last minute to get those certificates printed or attested.
• Admission counters are chaotic enough – do not let missing papers add to the madness.

Got your documents all set? Great! Now go get that white coat. Your dream of becoming a doctor is just one file folder away!

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