The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has started the Round 3 registration and choice-filling process for NEET UG Counselling 2026 at the official portal. Round 3 choice filling has started on 23 September 2026. Candidates who qualified NEET UG 2026 and are eligible under the All India Quota (AIQ) can register a fresh (if they did not participate earlier) or fill and lock their choices for MBBS and BDS admission.
Direct Link to MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3 Choice Filling
MCC NEET UG Counselling 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Counselling Name | NEET UG Counselling 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) |
| Counselling Round | Round 3 |
| Courses Covered | MBBS, BDS (under All India Quota, deemed/central universities, AIIMS, JIPMER) |
| Official Website | mcc.nic.in |
| Choice Filling & Locking Dates | September 23 to September 28, 2026 |
Important Dates: MCC NEET UG Round 3 Schedule 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Round 3 registration starts | September 22, 2026 |
| Registration and fee payment closes | September 27, 2026 (registration closes 3 pm; fee payment till 6 pm, as per MCC server time) |
| Choice filling and locking window | September 23 to September 28, 2026 |
| Seat allotment processing | September 28 to September 29, 2026 |
| Round 3 seat allotment result | September 30, 2026 |
| Reporting to allotted institute | October 1 to October 9, 2026 |
How to Fill and Lock Choices for MCC NEET UG Round 3
- Go to the official website, mcc.nic.in.
- Log in using your NEET roll number, password, and security pin.
- Open the choice-filling section and start selecting your preferred courses and colleges.
- Click the '+' button to add a new choice.
- To rearrange preference order, drag the choice to the desired position.
- Once satisfied with the order, click 'Save and Next' and then lock your choices before the deadline.
- Take a printout of the filled and locked choices for future reference.
Important Instructions
- MCC conducts counselling for 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats, along with deemed/central universities, AIIMS, and JIPMER; the remaining 85% State Quota seats are handled by respective state counselling authorities.
- Check the seat matrix and any added-seat notices published by MCC before finalising your choice order.
- Do not wait until the last day to fill or lock choices, as portal traffic tends to be high closer to the deadline.
- Keep your NEET UG 2026 details, a working email ID, and mobile number ready before starting registration or choice filling.