NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3: MCC Registration, Choice Filling & Result Dates

MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3 registration and payment run from September 22 to 27, choice filling and locking close by September 28 (12 Noon), the result is out September 30, and reporting to allotted institutes runs October 1 to 9, 2026.

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the schedule for NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3, covering MBBS, BDS and B.Sc Nursing seats under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) and other participating institutions for the 2026 academic session. This follows the MCC NEET UG Round 2 provisional result, with Round 3 opening a fresh window for candidates seeking an upgrade or a first AIQ seat.

Round 3 begins with tentative seat matrix verification on September 21, 2026, followed by registration and payment from September 22 to 27, choice filling and locking through September 28, and the result on September 30. Candidates allotted a seat report to their institute between October 1 and 9, 2026.

Several deadlines fall on MCC server time, not local clock time, so candidates should complete each step well before the stated cut-off rather than in the closing hour.

NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3: Important Dates

These dates reflect the schedule MCC published on September 14, 2026.

NEET Round 3 Counselling 2026: Detailed Schedule

1. Tentative Seat Matrix Verification: September 21

Participating institutes verify the tentative seat matrix on September 21, 2026. The seat matrix shows the seats available for allotment in this round, so candidates should review available seats and institutes before finalising their preference list.

2. Registration and Payment: September 22 to 27

Candidates required to participate in Round 3 must register within this window.

• Registration: September 22 to 27, 2026
• Registration closes: 3:00 PM, September 27 (server time)
• Payment facility closes: 6:00 PM, September 27

Completing registration and payment early avoids last-hour portal congestion and leaves time for the choice filling stage that follows immediately.

3. Choice Filling: September 23 to 28

Candidates fill preferred colleges and courses during this window.

• Choice filling: September 23 to 28, 2026
• Final deadline: 12:00 Noon, September 28 (server time)

While building the preference list, candidates typically weigh:

• College and course preference
• Previous round allotment status
• Available seats in the current matrix
• Category and AIQ eligibility
• College location and prior-year counselling trends

4. Choice Locking: September 27 to 28

Choice locking runs from 7:00 PM on September 27 to 12:00 Noon on September 28, 2026. Candidates should review the entire preference order carefully before locking; a locked list cannot be revised afterward.

5. Seat Allotment Processing: September 28 to 29

MCC processes submitted choices against available seats and applicable counselling rules on September 28 and 29. Candidates should track the official MCC website for updates during this window rather than relying on secondary sources.

6. NEET UG Round 3 Result: September 30

The Round 3 seat allotment result is scheduled for September 30, 2026. Candidates who receive an allotment should review the result carefully and follow the instructions issued by MCC and the allotted institute.

7. Reporting to Allotted College: October 1 to 9

Candidates allotted a seat report to their institute between October 1 and 9, 2026, carrying the required original documents. Confirming the institute’s exact reporting requirements before travelling avoids delays at the admission desk.

8. Verification of Joined Candidates: October 10

Participating institutes verify the data of candidates who have joined on October 10, 2026, which MCC then uses to update the counselling record.

Who Should Participate in NEET UG Round 3 Counselling 2026?

Round 3 matters most for candidates who:

• Are seeking an upgrade to a preferred college or course
• Did not receive a seat in Round 1 or Round 2
• Are eligible under MCC’s current rules for this round
• Want to explore seats newly added to the Round 3 matrix

Eligibility and the consequences of participating (including float, upgrade and resignation rules) depend on a candidate’s status in the previous round. Candidates who were allotted a seat in Round 2 should read our AIQ Round 2 guide on float, upgrade and resignation before deciding whether to lock, upgrade or exit Round 3, since the rules vary by allotment status rather than applying uniformly.

How to Approach Round 3 Choice Filling

Check the latest seat matrix. Confirm current seat availability before finalising preferences; the Round 3 matrix can differ from Round 2.

Research colleges on more than rank. Compare course, location, fee structure, infrastructure and prior-year closing ranks. Rajasthan-domicile candidates can cross-check current closing ranks in our Rajasthan NEET UG 2026 Round 1 closing rank report, and candidates weighing a state counselling seat alongside AIQ can compare timelines in our UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 guide.

Order the list by genuine preference. Only include colleges you would actually join if allotted; an accepted seat carries reporting and admission obligations.

Review before locking. A locked choice list cannot be edited, so check category, course and college names carefully first.

Keep documents ready in advance. Reporting has a fixed window; last-minute document gathering costs candidates their seat.

Important Note About MCC Server Time

Several Round 3 deadlines run on MCC server time, not IST by the wall clock in every region:

• Registration closes at 3:00 PM on September 27
• Payment facility closes at 6:00 PM on September 27
• Choice filling closes at 12:00 Noon on September 28
• Choice locking closes at 12:00 Noon on September 28

MCC has also directed participating institutes to treat Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted holidays as working days for this schedule, so counselling activity continues through the weekend inside this window.

Documents Required for Reporting

Depending on category and the allotted institute’s requirements, candidates should keep the following ready:

• NEET UG 2026 admit card and result or scorecard
• MCC counselling registration and allotment documents
• Class 10 and Class 12 certificates and marksheets
• Valid photo ID
• Category certificate, where applicable
• PwD certificate, where applicable
• Domicile or other applicable certificates
• Passport-size photographs

Confirm the exact document list with MCC and the allotted institute before travelling to report, since requirements can vary by institute.

How Gurukripa Career Institute Helps With NEET Counselling Decisions

Scoring well on NEET UG decides eligibility; choosing where to lock a seat decides the outcome. Gurukripa Career Institute’s counselling guidance, backed by its NEET results track record at its Sikar campus and other branches, helps NEET aspirants and parents work through rank, category, government-versus-private trade-offs and float/upgrade/resignation decisions in Round 3, rather than copying someone else’s choice list.

For current Class 12 students preparing for NEET 2027, this year’s counselling outcome is largely the result of preparation decisions made a year earlier. Structured, test-driven Target and Dropper batches at Gurukripa give aspirants a head start before the next counselling cycle begins.

NEET UG Round 3 Counselling 2026: FAQs

1. When does NEET UG Round 3 registration start in 2026?

Registration and payment begin on September 22, 2026.

2. What is the last date for NEET Round 3 registration?

September 27, 2026, till 3:00 PM, as per MCC server time.

3. What is the last date for Round 3 payment?

The payment facility stays open until 6:00 PM on September 27, 2026.

4. When does NEET Round 3 choice filling start?

September 23, 2026.

5. What is the last date for choice filling in Round 3?

12:00 Noon on September 28, 2026, as per server time.

6. When does choice locking take place?

From 7:00 PM on September 27 to 12:00 Noon on September 28, 2026.

7. When will MCC release the Round 3 result?

The Round 3 seat allotment result is scheduled for September 30, 2026.

8. When does reporting for Round 3 begin?

Reporting at the allotted institute runs from October 1 to 9, 2026.

9. Is Round 3 counselling conducted by MCC?

Yes. MCC conducts online counselling and allotment for the 15% All India Quota and specified participating institutions and courses under its process.

10. What should a candidate do after getting a seat in Round 3?

Check the allotment result carefully and follow MCC’s and the allotted institute’s instructions for reporting, document verification and admission within the deadline.

11. Where can I check the official NEET UG Round 3 schedule?

On the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) website, which lists the current Round 2, 3 and 4 schedule and any revisions.

Final Takeaway

NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3 gives eligible candidates another window for MBBS and BDS seats under AIQ. The dates to track:

• September 22: Registration begins
• September 27, 3 PM: Registration closes
• September 27, 6 PM: Payment closes
• September 23 to 28: Choice filling
• September 28, 12 Noon: Choice filling and locking close
• September 30: Round 3 result
• October 1 to 9: Reporting
• October 10: Verification of joined candidates

Keep checking MCC’s official portal for any further notices, since it remains the authoritative source for schedule changes. For NEET counselling guidance, college selection support and academic guidance, Gurukripa Career Institute is available as a counselling-support option for NEET aspirants.

Official Source

MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026, Official Schedule