The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has extended the deadline for NEET UG Round 3 counselling choice filling to October 16, 2025 . This extension provides candidates additional time to finalize their preferences for medical and dental college admissions under the All India Quota (AIQ) and other categories.
Candidates appearing for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) use this counselling process to secure seats in various medical and dental institutions across India. The MCC, operating under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, manages the admission process for 15% of the AIQ seats in government medical/dental colleges, all deemed/central university seats, ESIC, AFMS, and AIIMS/JIPMER institutions.
Understanding NEET UG Counselling Round 3
NEET UG counselling is conducted in multiple rounds. Round 3 is often a crucial stage for many candidates seeking admission. It allows participants to review and update their college and course choices based on the updated seat matrix, which lists newly available seats due to withdrawals or non-reporting from previous rounds.
This round facilitates admissions across various quotas, including the All India Quota (AIQ), Institutional Quota, and other specified categories. The extended deadline ensures all eligible candidates have a fair opportunity to make informed decisions for their preferred programs and colleges.
Extended Choice Filling Deadline
Candidates must complete their choice filling and locking process by the new deadline. Failure to do so will result in exclusion from the seat allocation process for this round.
| Particulars | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET UG Round 3 Counselling Option Filling Deadline | October 16, 2025 |
Steps to Fill or Modify Choices
Candidates must follow specific instructions on the official MCC portal to submit or modify their preferences. This process is critical for securing a seat in desired institutions.
- Visit the official MCC website atmcc.nic.in.
- Log in using your NEET Roll Number and password to access the counselling portal.
- Navigate to the ‘Choice Filling’ section on the dashboard.
- Review the updated seat matrix carefully. Identify available colleges and courses.
- Enter your choices in the order of preference. List your most preferred options first.
- Verify all selected entries for accuracy before proceeding.
- Save and confirm your choices before the October 16, 2025 , deadline.
Candidates must save and lock their choices. Unsaved or unlocked choices will not be considered for seat allocation.
The Seat Matrix and Allotment Process
The seat matrix is a comprehensive document listing all available seats in participating colleges, categorized by quota and reservation. Reviewing this document allows candidates to identify programs and institutions matching their rank and preferences. The MCC uses this matrix and candidate choices to determine seat allocations.
Following the choice filling and locking period, the authority will process seat allocation. The MCC will announce the NEET UG Round 3 seat allotment results on October 18, 2025 . Candidates receiving an allotment must then complete the admission formalities at their assigned college within the stipulated timeframe.
Next Steps After Allotment
Upon seat allotment, candidates must download their allotment letter from the MCC website. They then need to report to the allotted medical or dental college for document verification and admission confirmation. Failure to report within the specified period may lead to forfeiture of the allotted seat.