CENTAC NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Registration Opens: Key Dates & Choice Filling Deadline

Students participating in CENTAC NEET UG 2026 Round 3 must pay close attention to the following critical deadlines:

CENTAC Round 3, often referred to as the Mop-up round, is open to several categories of candidates. Understanding your eligibility is crucial before proceeding:

• Candidates must possess a valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard.
• Applicants must satisfy the domicile and category-specific conditions stipulated by CENTAC.
• Fresh registrants who did not participate in earlier counselling rounds are eligible to apply.
• Candidates who were previously allotted a seat but did not report or join can also participate.
• Those looking to upgrade their previously allotted seats must adhere to the specific guidelines outlined in the official notification.

It is always advisable to consult the official CENTAC brochure for the most precise and detailed eligibility criteria.

The entire Round 3 counselling process for CENTAC NEET UG 2026 is conducted online. Candidates must follow these steps carefully:

1. Visit the official CENTAC portal: centacpuducherry.in.
2. Locate and click on the "NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Registration" link.
3. Complete the registration process, including payment of the registration fee (if applicable).
4. Proceed to the choice filling section. Remember, choices from previous rounds DO NOT carry forward; you must submit fresh preferences.
5. Carefully select your desired MBBS and BDS courses and colleges in order of priority.
6. Review your choices thoroughly before locking them. Once locked, changes cannot be made.
7. Download and print the confirmation page for your records.

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While the online registration process is underway, candidates should prepare the following essential documents for verification, which will be required later during the admission process:

• NEET UG 2026 Admit Card
• NEET UG 2026 Rank Card/Scorecard
• Class 10th Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate
• Class 12th Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate
• Aadhaar Card or other valid Photo ID Proof
• Domicile Certificate (for Puducherry candidates)
• Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS, if applicable)
• Passport-size Photographs
• Provisional Allotment Letter (after seat allotment)

Always refer to the official CENTAC information brochure for the complete and updated list of required documents.

Once the choice filling window closes, CENTAC will proceed with the seat allotment process based on NEET UG 2026 ranks, choices filled by candidates, and seat availability. Here’s a general overview of the subsequent steps:

• Seat Allotment Result: CENTAC will publish the provisional seat allotment result on its official website.
• Provisional Allotment Letter: Candidates allotted a seat must download their provisional allotment letter.
• Reporting to Allotted College: Successful candidates must report to their respective allotted colleges within the specified timeframe with all original documents and pay the admission fees to confirm their admission.
• Upgradation/Exit Options: Candidates who are not satisfied with their allotted seat may have options for further rounds (if any) or to exit the counselling process, as per CENTAC rules.

Stay tuned to the official CENTAC website and MatchToCollege for timely updates on seat allotment results and further instructions.

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