Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026 Round 3: 424 Seats Open, Register by Oct 6

Chhattisgarh's medical education authority has launched Round 3 counselling for NEET UG 2026, offering a fresh window for candidates to secure MBBS and BDS seats. The registration portal opened on October 1, 2026, and will remain active for just six days. This round is particularly significant for aspirants who did not secure a seat in earlier rounds or who are registering for the first time, as it represents one of the final opportunities to gain admission to a government or private medical or dental college in the state for the 2026 academic session.

When to Register: Critical Dates for Round 3

The Directorate of Medical Education Chhattisgarh has set a compressed timeline for Round 3 participation. Registration opened on October 1, 2026, at 11:00 AM and will close on October 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM. This gives candidates a six-day window to complete their fresh registration on the official portal.

Choice filling—the process of selecting and ranking your preferred colleges and courses—operates on a parallel but slightly extended deadline. Candidates must submit and lock their final choice list by October 7, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Any choices not locked by this deadline will be automatically locked by the system according to its default rules, so missing this step could result in your preferences being finalized without your input.

• Registration window: October 1–6, 2026 (11 AM to 11:59 PM)
• Choice filling and locking: Until October 7, 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Portal: cgmcc.admissions.nic.in
• Seat allotment result: Date to be announced by DME

How Many Seats Are Available in Round 3?

A total of 424 MBBS and BDS vacancies are being offered across government and private medical and dental colleges in Chhattisgarh during Round 3. These seats represent positions that either remained unfilled after earlier rounds or have been newly released by the state authority. The availability spans both undergraduate medical (MBBS) and dental (BDS) programmes, giving candidates multiple pathways into state-recognized institutions.

For aspirants who narrowly missed admission in Rounds 1 and 2, or who are entering the counselling process for the first time, this pool of 424 seats offers a meaningful opportunity. However, competition remains significant, so strategic choice filling and understanding your rank position relative to previous cutoffs will be crucial.

• Total vacancies: 424 MBBS and BDS seats
• Colleges: Government and private medical and dental institutions in Chhattisgarh
• Programmes: MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) and BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)

Who Can Apply for Chhattisgarh Round 3 Counselling?

To participate in Round 3, you must hold a valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard. This is a non-negotiable requirement; without it, you cannot register. Additionally, you must satisfy the domicile (residency) criteria set by the Chhattisgarh Directorate of Medical Education. Domicile rules typically require proof that you or your parents have lived in the state for a specified period, though the exact requirements should be verified on the official portal.

Three categories of candidates are eligible: (1) Fresh candidates who did not register in Rounds 1 or 2 can now apply for the first time; (2) Candidates who participated in earlier rounds but were not allotted a seat can register again; and (3) Candidates who were allotted a seat in Round 2 but chose not to join (did not report to the college) may reapply, subject to the official eligibility rules. However, if you were allotted and joined a seat in Round 2, you are typically ineligible to participate further.

• Valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard required
• Must meet Chhattisgarh state domicile requirements
• Fresh candidates (first-time registrants) are eligible
• Candidates who did not secure a seat in Rounds 1 or 2 can apply
• Candidates allotted but not joined in Round 2 may reapply (check official rules)
• Candidates already joined in an earlier round are typically ineligible

Important Change: Your Earlier Choices Have Been Reset

If you participated in Round 1 or Round 2, the Directorate has reset your choice list. This means your previously submitted preferences for colleges and courses will not carry forward to Round 3. You must submit a completely fresh choice list during this round's choice-filling window.

This reset is a critical point to understand: do not assume your earlier preferences are still active. You will need to log in, review the available colleges and seats, and deliberately select and rank your preferred institutions again. This also gives you an opportunity to revise your strategy based on any new information about seat availability or your rank position relative to previous cutoffs.

• All previous choice lists from Rounds 1 and 2 have been cleared
• You must submit fresh choices during Round 3 choice-filling window
• Earlier preferences will not automatically carry over
• Use this as an opportunity to refine your college and course selections

Step-by-Step: How to Register for Round 3

Registration is the first step and must be completed before you can fill choices. Begin by visiting the official portal at cgmcc.admissions.nic.in. Look for the Round 3 fresh registration link and click it. You will be asked to enter your NEET UG 2026 roll number and personal details (name, date of birth, contact information, etc.). Ensure all information is accurate, as errors could delay processing or cause eligibility issues.

Next, you will need to upload required documents in the specified format. These typically include your NEET UG scorecard, domicile certificate, and other identity or educational proofs. Check the official notification for the exact list and file format requirements (usually PDF or JPG). After uploading, you must pay the counselling registration fee online through the available payment gateway. Once payment is confirmed, submit the form and save or download the confirmation page for your records. Keep this confirmation safe; you will need it to log in for choice filling.

• Visit cgmcc.admissions.nic.in
• Click on Round 3 fresh registration link
• Enter NEET UG 2026 roll number and personal details
• Upload required documents (scorecard, domicile, identity proof) in correct format
• Pay counselling registration fee online
• Submit form and save confirmation page
• Use confirmation details to log in for choice filling

Choice Filling and Locking: Ranking Your Preferred Colleges

After registration is complete, you will proceed to choice filling—a separate but equally important step. Log in to the portal using your registered credentials (usually your roll number and password). Navigate to the choice-filling tab for Round 3. You will see a list of available colleges and courses. Your task is to select the colleges and programmes you wish to be considered for, then arrange them in order of your preference (priority).

The ranking order matters significantly. The seat allotment algorithm will attempt to assign you to the highest-ranked college on your list for which you are eligible based on your NEET rank and the college's cutoff. If you are not eligible for your first choice, the system moves to your second choice, and so on. Therefore, think carefully about your ranking: place colleges you most want to attend at the top, but also be realistic about your rank and the typical cutoffs for each institution.

Once you have finalized your choice list, you must lock it before October 7, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Locking confirms your choices and prevents accidental changes. If you do not lock your choices by the deadline, the system will automatically lock them according to its default rules, which may not reflect your actual preferences. After locking, you cannot modify your choices, so review carefully before confirming.

• Log in using registered credentials
• Open the Round 3 choice-filling tab
• Select preferred colleges and courses from the available list
• Arrange selections in order of priority (1st choice, 2nd choice, etc.)
• Lock your final choice list before October 7, 11:59 PM
• Unlocked choices will auto-lock by system default
• After locking, choices cannot be modified
• Candidates who do not lock choices will not be considered for allotment

Why Round 3 Matters: Your Last Major Opportunity

Round 3 is typically one of the final rounds of state counselling for NEET UG in Chhattisgarh. After this, only special rounds (if any) or spot counselling may remain, and these often have limited seats and less predictable outcomes. For candidates who have not yet secured a seat, Round 3 represents a significant and possibly final chance to gain admission to an MBBS or BDS programme in a recognized Chhattisgarh college for the 2026 academic session.

The 424 available seats are substantial, but they will be distributed among all eligible candidates across the state. Your success depends on your NEET rank, your choice strategy, and how your rank compares to the cutoffs for your selected colleges. If you have been waiting for another opportunity after Rounds 1 and 2, or if you are registering for the first time, treat Round 3 with the seriousness it deserves: complete registration on time, research college cutoffs, and lock your choices thoughtfully.

• Round 3 is one of the last major counselling rounds for NEET UG 2026 in Chhattisgarh
• Limited special or spot rounds may follow, with fewer seats and less certainty
• 424 seats represent a meaningful pool, but competition remains
• Your NEET rank and choice strategy are critical to success
• Missing this round may significantly reduce your options for admission in 2026

What Happens After You Lock Your Choices?

Once the choice-locking deadline passes on October 7, the Directorate will process all submitted choices and run the seat allotment algorithm. This algorithm matches candidates to seats based on their NEET rank, their choice list, and the availability and cutoffs of each college. The exact date of the seat allotment result has not yet been announced, but the DME will publish it on the official portal and likely notify candidates via email or SMS.

After the allotment result is released, you will be able to log in and check whether you have been allotted a seat. If you are allotted, you will be given a specific reporting date and instructions on how to join the college (document verification, fee payment, hostel registration, etc.). It is crucial to report on time; failure to do so may result in your seat being cancelled and offered to the next eligible candidate. Keep monitoring the DME Chhattisgarh portal for updates on the allotment result and reporting schedule.

• Seat allotment algorithm will process all choices after October 7
• Allotment result date to be announced by DME
• Check the portal and your registered email/phone for the result
• If allotted, you will receive a reporting date and joining instructions
• Report to your allotted college on the specified date
• Failure to report may result in seat cancellation
• Monitor cgmcc.admissions.nic.in for all updates

Action Checklist: What You Must Do Before October 7

To ensure you do not miss this opportunity, follow a clear action plan. First, gather all required documents: your NEET UG 2026 scorecard, domicile certificate, identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, or passport), and any other documents specified in the official notification. Verify that your domicile status meets Chhattisgarh requirements; if you are unsure, contact the DME or check the official guidelines.

Next, visit cgmcc.admissions.nic.in and read the full Round 3 notification to understand all eligibility criteria and procedural details. Complete your fresh registration by October 6 at 11:59 PM, paying the counselling fee online. Then, before October 7 at 11:59 PM, log in again, fill your choice list by researching college cutoffs and your rank position, and lock your choices. Finally, download and save your confirmation page and keep it safe for future reference and reporting.

• Gather NEET scorecard, domicile certificate, identity proof, and other required documents
• Verify your domicile eligibility for Chhattisgarh
• Read the full Round 3 notification on cgmcc.admissions.nic.in
• Complete fresh registration by October 6, 11:59 PM
• Pay counselling registration fee online
• Research college cutoffs and your rank position
• Fill and lock your choice list by October 7, 11:59 PM
• Download and save your confirmation page
• Monitor the portal for allotment result and reporting date

Frequently asked questions

Round 3 is a critical opportunity for NEET UG 2026 aspirants in Chhattisgarh to secure an MBBS or BDS seat. Register by October 6 and lock your choices by October 7 on cgmcc.admissions.nic.in—missing these deadlines will exclude you from this round. Monitor the portal closely for the seat allotment result and be ready to report to your allotted college on the specified date.