Ritik Kumar · August 27, 2025 
Introduction
For medical graduates aiming at Post-Diploma DNB seats in India, counselling is a make-or-break stage. The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has published the DNB Post-Diploma counselling schedule for 2025. This guide breaks down every important milestone from registration to final joining so you stay organized, compliant, and ahead in your application game.
Table of Contents
DNB Counselling Schedule 2025: What to Expect
Round 1 (Online Counselling)
Seat Allotment Processing: May 13, 2025
Result Announcement: May 14, 2025
Round 2 (Online Counselling)
Choice Filling Window: May 23–26, 2025
Allotment Processing: May 27, 2025
Result Release: May 28, 2025
Fee Payment & Joining: May 28–June 4, 2025
Mop-Up (Final Round, Online)
DNB Post-Diploma Counselling 2025
| Phase | Date Range | Action |
| Registration & Choice Filling: Round 1 | May 8–12, 2025 | Submit preferences and register |
| Allotment Round 1 Processing | May 13, 2025 | Seat allotment processing |
| Result & Joining – Round 1 | May 14–19, 2025 | Payment & institute joining |
| Choice Filling: Round 2 | May 23–26, 2025 | Modify choices (no new registration) |
| Allotment Round 2 Result | May 28, 2025 | Result declared |
| Payment & Joining – Round 2 | May 28–June 4, 2025 | Payment, reporting |
| Mop-Up Round Choice Filling | July 16–18, 2025 | Final preferences window |
| Mop-Up Seat Allotment Processing | July 19–21, 2025 | Seat processing |
| Mop-Up Allotment Result | July 24, 2025 | Final seat list |
| Mop-Up Joining | July 24–31, 2025 | Final reporting to institutes |
Why This Timeline Matters
- Avoid Critical Overlaps – Missing a window can knock you out of the entire process.
- Strategic Choices – Modify preferences based on availability and rank during different rounds.
- Timely Fee Payments – Delayed payments can lead to forfeited seats.
- Smooth Onboarding – Reporting in time ensures no issues with documentation or induction.
How Career Plan B Helps You Navigate This Schedule
- Reminder System – Never miss registration, choice-filling, or joining deadlines.
- Choice Strategy – Based on your rank, we help prioritize institute and specialty preferences across rounds.
- Document Checklist – Get a tailored packing list to avoid last-minute scrambling.
- Quick Decision Support – Whether to freeze, float, or upgrade—our team guides timely, informed moves.
- Backup Roadmapping – If seats don’t come through, we help you plan alternate strategies or future attempts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Can I register in Round 2 if I missed Round 1?
No. You must register during Round 1 (May 8–12) to be eligible for all subsequent rounds including Round 2.
Q2. What does ‘freeze’ option do?
Freezing confirms your seat from Round 1 and removes you from further rounds. Don’t select it if you want a chance at upgradation.
Q3. What happens if I miss the fee payment for Round 2?
Failure to pay by the deadline (June 4) means forfeiting your seat—even if you were allotted one.
Q4. Are mop-up seats limited in number?
Yes. Mop-up rounds only have seats left unfilled after regular rounds, making them highly competitive.
Q5. Can I join an institute outside of the joining window?
No, joining must happen within the window (Round 2: up to June 4; Mop-Up: up to July 31). Post that, seats may be declared vacant.
Conclusion
The 2025 DNB Post-Diploma counselling schedule follows three critical stages: two online rounds and a final mop-up round. Keeping track of these dates gives you the best chance at landing your preferred seat. With structured guidance and timely reminders from Career Plan B, you can navigate these rounds confidently and strategically shape your medical specialization path.
