Jharkhand NEET MDS 2026 Round 3 Merit List Released; Choice Filling Now Open

This Round 3 is the final counselling stage for admissions to postgraduate dental seats across government and private dental colleges in Jharkhand.

Candidates can easily access the provisional merit list by following these steps:

• Visit the official JCECEB website: jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in.
• Look for the "NEET MDS 2026 Round 3 Provisional Merit List" link on the homepage.
• Click on the link to open the PDF document.
• Search for your name or NEET MDS Roll Number to verify your inclusion and state merit rank.

The merit list is crucial as it forms the basis for seat allotment after the choice filling period concludes.

Only candidates whose names appear on the Round 3 provisional merit list are eligible to participate in the choice filling process. Follow these steps carefully:

• Navigate to the official JCECEB portal: jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in.
• Locate the "Online Counselling for NEET MDS 2026" section.
• Click on the link for "Round 3 Choice Filling/Registration".
• Log in using your NEET MDS Roll Number and password.
• Carefully select your preferred colleges and MDS specialities from the available options.
• Arrange your choices in order of priority.
• Review all selections before locking your choices.
• Complete the required counselling fee payment online.
• Take a printout of your filled choices and payment receipt for future reference.

Both fresh candidates and those who participated in earlier rounds must verify their eligibility status before proceeding with registration and choice filling.

To participate in Jharkhand NEET MDS 2026 Round 3 counselling, candidates must meet specific criteria:

• Must have qualified NEET MDS 2026.
• Must satisfy the Jharkhand state domicile rules.
• Must be included in the official Round 3 provisional merit list released by JCECEB.
• Must meet any specific seat-wise eligibility criteria set by JCECEB for various MDS specialities.

Candidates who have already secured admission and have not officially resigned from earlier rounds should carefully review the latest official notices from JCECEB before attempting to register for Round 3.

As you navigate this final stage of counselling, meticulous verification is key. Here’s what you must ensure before locking your choices:

• Review the Seat Matrix: Before filling choices, thoroughly check the Round 3 seat matrix, which will be released on the JCECEB portal. This will show the exact number of available seats in each college and speciality.
• Verify Eligibility: Double-check that you meet all specific eligibility criteria for your chosen MDS speciality and college.
• Prioritize Carefully: Rank your college and course preferences realistically and strategically. Your choices are final once locked.
• Keep Documents Ready: Ensure all necessary documents (NEET MDS scorecard, domicile certificate, educational certificates, etc.) are ready for verification during the admission process, should you be allotted a seat.

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Stay vigilant and regularly check the official JCECEB portal for the Round 3 seat matrix and the final seat allotment result once choice locking concludes.

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