The Admission Committee for Professional Undergraduate Medical Educational Courses (ACPUGMEC) has opened Round 3 choice filling for NEET UG 2026 on the official portal medadmgujarat.org. This round covers MBBS and BDS seats across both government and self-financed medical and dental colleges in Gujarat. All candidates who completed Round 3 registration and document verification must now list their college and course preferences in order of priority before the deadline. Your choice order directly affects seat allotment based on your merit rank, making this step critical to your admission outcome.
Round 3 choice filling is now live; you must list colleges and courses in priority order before the deadline, verify fees carefully, and arrange funds to avoid losing your Rs 10,000 security deposit and future counselling rounds.
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Unlock My College ListWhen Does Round 3 Choice Filling Close?
The choice filling window opened on 6 October 2026. The exact closing date has not yet been announced by ACPUGMEC and will be published on the official portal medadmgujarat.org. You must check the portal daily to avoid missing the deadline, as missing it will disqualify you from Round 3 seat allotment.
After the choice filling window closes, ACPUGMEC will conduct seat allotment based on your merit rank and the priority order you assigned to your choices. The allotment result date and reporting date will also be announced on the portal. Plan your schedule now so you can complete choice filling well before the deadline rather than waiting until the last day.
Important Dates for Round 3 NEET UG Counselling in Gujarat
ACPUGMEC has published a full calendar for Round 3. The PIN purchase and online registration window closed on 30 September 2026. Document verification at help centres took place on 30 September and 1 October 2026. Choice filling began on 6 October 2026 and the closing date is to be announced.
- PIN purchase window: 26–30 September 2026
- Online Round 3 registration: 26–30 September 2026
- Document verification at help centres: 30 September – 1 October 2026
- Round 3 choice filling begins: 6 October 2026
- Choice filling closing date: To be announced on medadmgujarat.org
- Seat allotment result and reporting dates: To be announced on the portal
How to Fill Your Choices on medadmgujarat.org
Visit medadmgujarat.org on a stable internet connection. Log in using your Round 3 PIN and registered credentials. Locate the choice filling link under the Round 3 section of the portal. Add your preferred colleges and courses in strict order of priority—the order matters because seat allotment follows your saved choice sequence and your merit rank.
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Before locking your choices, verify every entry against the published seat matrix and fee list for each college. This step is essential to avoid selecting a college you cannot afford or a course that is not available. Once you are confident in your list, save the final choice list before the official deadline. Download and keep a copy of your choice confirmation page for your personal records and future reference.
- Visit medadmgujarat.org on a stable internet connection
- Log in with your Round 3 PIN and registered credentials
- Open the choice filling link under the Round 3 section
- Add preferred colleges and courses in strict order of priority
- Verify every entry against the published seat matrix and fee list
- Save the final choice list before the official deadline
- Download the choice confirmation page for personal records
Security Deposit and Fee Planning: What You Must Know
All Round 3 candidates have already paid a security deposit of Rs 10,000 during registration. This deposit is refundable only in specific cases. However, it is forfeited if you skip the allotted seat or refuse to report to the college after allotment. This means if you are allotted a seat but do not join, you lose the entire Rs 10,000.
ACPUGMEC has strongly advised candidates to plan their finances before locking choices. Tuition fees differ sharply between government colleges and self-financed colleges. Government medical and dental colleges charge significantly lower fees, while self-financed institutions charge much higher tuition. You must check the fee list for each institution you list as a choice. If you choose a college but cannot afford the fees, you face two serious risks: you may lose the Rs 10,000 security deposit, and you may lose your chance to join Round 4 of counselling. Plan your finances carefully and list only colleges you can genuinely afford.
Document Verification Rules: Original Documents Only from Round 3 Onwards
From Round 3 onwards, ACPUGMEC has tightened document verification rules. Help centres now accept only original documents during verification. DigiLocker files, colour photocopies, and printouts will be rejected. This is a stricter rule than was applied in Round 1 and Round 2.
If you have not yet completed document verification, you must carry original documents to the help centre. Required originals include your Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets, NEET UG 2026 scorecard, identity proof (Aadhaar, passport, or driving licence), and category certificate (if applicable). Do not attempt to submit digital copies or photocopies—they will not be accepted. Ensure you have all originals ready before visiting the help centre.
- Class 10 and Class 12 original marksheets
- NEET UG 2026 scorecard (original)
- Identity proof (Aadhaar, passport, or driving licence)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- DigiLocker files, colour photocopies, and printouts will be rejected
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Why Round 3 Is Stricter Than Earlier Rounds
Round 3 carries tighter rules than Round 1 and Round 2 of this counselling cycle. The consequences of missing reporting or refusing an allotted seat are now more severe. If you are allotted a seat in Round 3 but do not report, you lose your Rs 10,000 security deposit immediately. You also lose the right to participate in any further round of counselling, including Round 4.
This stricter approach is designed to ensure that only serious candidates who are ready to join proceed to later rounds. It also prevents seats from being blocked by candidates who do not intend to join. As a result, you must be very careful when filling your choices in Round 3. List only colleges and courses you genuinely want to join and can afford. Do not list a choice just to keep your options open if you do not plan to report.
Action Plan: What You Should Do Right Now
Start by visiting medadmgujarat.org and reading the full Round 3 notice carefully. Understand all the rules, deadlines, and requirements. Next, check the seat availability, course codes, and tuition fees for each college you are considering. Make a list of colleges in order of your preference, keeping in mind both your merit rank and your financial capacity.
Arrange funds for the first-year fee of your top choices before you lock your choices. Contact the colleges directly if you need clarification on fee structure or payment schedules. List your preferences carefully using the online choice filling tool, ensuring the order reflects your true priority. Save and lock your choices well before the stated deadline—do not wait until the last moment. Finally, keep your original documents ready for the next reporting step after seat allotment.
- Open medadmgujarat.org and read the full Round 3 notice
- Check seat availability, course codes, and tuition fees for each college
- Arrange funds for the first-year fee of your top choices
- List preferences carefully using the online choice filling tool
- Save and lock your choices before the stated deadline
- Keep original documents ready for the next reporting step
What to Watch for on the Portal in the Coming Days
Monitor medadmgujarat.org daily for the Round 3 choice filling deadline announcement. This is the most critical date you need to know. Once the deadline passes, the portal will close the choice filling window and move to seat allotment. The seat allotment result date will be announced separately, followed by the reporting date and instructions for joining your allotted college.
After reporting, ACPUGMEC will announce whether Round 4 counselling will take place. Round 4 typically accommodates candidates who did not get a seat in earlier rounds or who wish to upgrade their college choice. However, remember that if you miss reporting in Round 3, you will not be eligible for Round 4. Stay alert and check the portal regularly to avoid missing any announcement.
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
When does Round 3 choice filling close?
The exact closing date for Round 3 choice filling has not yet been announced by ACPUGMEC. The date will be published on the official portal medadmgujarat.org. You must check the portal daily to ensure you do not miss the deadline. Missing the deadline will disqualify you from Round 3 seat allotment.
What happens if I do not report after being allotted a seat in Round 3?
If you are allotted a seat in Round 3 but do not report to the college, you will lose your Rs 10,000 security deposit. You will also lose the right to participate in any further round of counselling, including Round 4. This is a strict rule in Round 3, so list only colleges you genuinely plan to join.
What documents do I need to carry for document verification in Round 3?
You must carry original documents only. These include your Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets, NEET UG 2026 scorecard, identity proof (Aadhaar, passport, or driving licence), and category certificate (if applicable). DigiLocker files, colour photocopies, and printouts will be rejected. Help centres accept only originals from Round 3 onwards.
How is my seat allotted based on my choice list?
Seat allotment is based on two factors: your merit rank (determined by your NEET UG score) and the priority order you assign to your choices. The system processes your choices in the order you list them. If you are eligible for your first choice, you will be allotted a seat there. If not, the system moves to your second choice, and so on. This is why the order of your choices matters greatly.
Can I change my choices after I lock them?
The source does not specify whether choices can be edited after locking. However, standard practice in most counselling systems is that once you lock your choices, they cannot be changed. You should verify every entry carefully before locking. If you need to make changes, contact ACPUGMEC or visit the help centre before the deadline.
What is the difference between government and self-financed college fees?
Government medical and dental colleges charge significantly lower tuition fees compared to self-financed institutions. Self-financed colleges charge much higher fees. You must check the fee list for each college on the portal before listing it as a choice. Plan your finances carefully and list only colleges you can genuinely afford, as choosing a college you cannot afford may result in losing your security deposit and future counselling rounds.
What colleges are included in Round 3 counselling?
Round 3 covers MBBS and BDS seats across both government and self-financed medical and dental colleges in Gujarat. The seat matrix published on medadmgujarat.org shows which colleges and courses are available in this round. You must check the seat matrix before filling your choices to understand availability and course codes.
When will the Round 3 seat allotment result be announced?
The seat allotment result date has not yet been announced. ACPUGMEC will publish this date on medadmgujarat.org after the choice filling deadline closes. You must check the portal regularly for this announcement. The reporting date will be announced separately after the allotment result is released.
Round 3 choice filling is now live and the deadline will be announced soon on medadmgujarat.org. Visit the portal immediately, verify fees and seat availability for each college, arrange your finances, and list your choices carefully in order of priority before the deadline. Remember: missing the deadline or not reporting after allotment will result in losing your Rs 10,000 security deposit and your eligibility for further counselling rounds.
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