Jharkhand NEET UG Round 3: Revised Seat Matrix Out, Choice Filling Closes Oct 7

Staying informed about the counselling timeline is essential for a smooth admission process. Here are the critical dates for Jharkhand NEET UG 2026 Round 3 counselling:

Candidates can easily check the updated seat availability by following these steps on the official JCECEB portal:

• Visit the official website of JCECEB: jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in.
• Navigate to the "NEET UG 2026 Counselling" section.
• Look for the link titled "Revised Seat Matrix for NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Counselling."
• Click on the relevant links to download the PDF documents for State Quota Seats and All India & NRI Quota Seats.
• Review the college-wise and course-wise vacancies carefully.

For direct access, you can use these links:

• State Quota Seats (PDF)
• All India & NRI Quota Seats (PDF)

The revised seat matrix is crucial as it reflects the final available seats after previous rounds of counselling, including those returned due to upgrades or withdrawals. This round presents a significant opportunity for candidates who may not have secured a seat earlier.

A total of 238 state quota vacancies are now open across various medical and dental colleges in Jharkhand. These seats span:

• MBBS programmes in government and private medical colleges.
• BDS programmes in government and private dental colleges.
• BHMS programmes in Homoeopathic colleges under the Jharkhand state quota.

To assess your admission chances with these new vacancies, we highly recommend using the NEET College Predictor. This tool can help you identify the best MBBS and BDS colleges for your NEET 2026 score or rank, considering both All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota seats.

With the revised seat matrix now available, candidates must meticulously verify their preferences before the deadline. Here’s a step-by-step guide to locking your choices:

• Visit the official JCECEB counselling portal: jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in.
• Log in using your credentials (application number and password).
• Access the "Choice Filling" or "Option Entry" section.
• Carefully review the revised seat matrix and prioritize your preferred colleges and courses.
• Enter your choices in the order of your preference.
• Once satisfied, ensure you save and lock your choices before October 7, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Unlocked choices will not be considered for allotment.

It is vital to double-check every entry. Changes will not be permitted once choices are locked.

After the choice locking window closes, the JCECEB will proceed with the provisional seat allotment. Candidates can expect their provisional seat allotment letters to be issued between October 9 and 14, 2026.

Following the allotment, selected candidates must report to their allotted institutions for document verification and admission between October 10 and 14, 2026. Ensure all your original documents, as specified in the counselling brochure, are ready for this crucial stage.

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