Gujarat NEET UG Round 3 Cutoff 2026: MBBS/BDS Closing Ranks Released

The Admission Committee for Professional Undergraduate Medical Educational Courses (ACPUGMEC) has published the closing ranks for Round 3 of Gujarat's NEET UG 2026 counselling process. This is the final main counselling round under the state quota system, after which only mop-up and stray rounds will follow. If you have been allotted a seat or are waiting to see if your rank qualifies, understanding these cutoff figures is essential to confirm your admission status and prepare for reporting at your college.

What Are Round 3 Cutoff Ranks and Why They Matter

A cutoff rank is the lowest state rank that secured a seat in a particular college, course, and category during that counselling round. In Round 3, ACPUGMEC has released these final merit cutoffs for all participating government medical and dental colleges across Gujarat.

These ranks tell you whether your position in the merit list qualifies for a seat at each institution. If your state rank is equal to or better than (lower than) the closing rank, you were eligible for that seat in that round. If you were not allotted despite qualifying, it may mean the seat was filled by a candidate ranked higher, or you did not accept the offer in a previous round.

Closing Ranks Across Gujarat Medical and Dental Colleges

The cutoff data released by ACPUGMEC covers 20 government medical and dental institutions. BJ Medical College Ahmedabad recorded the lowest closing rank at state rank 180, making it the most competitive government medical college in Round 3. This reflects very high demand for seats at this premier institution.

Other colleges show a wide spread of closing ranks. For example, colleges coded AMED-GQ closed at rank 150, while institutions at the other end of the spectrum, such as PORMED-GQ and GODHMED-GQ, closed at ranks 2315 and 2415 respectively. This variation reflects differences in college reputation, location, infrastructure, and the number of seats available.

• Lowest closing rank: BJ Medical College Ahmedabad at state rank 180
• Highest closing rank among listed colleges: GODHMED-GQ at state rank 2415
• Cutoffs are published separately for MBBS and BDS seats
• Ranks are further divided by category (general, OBC, SC, ST) within each college

How to Access and Interpret Your Round 3 Cutoff

The official portal medadmgujarat.org hosts the complete Round 3 cutoff document in PDF format. You can download this file for offline reference and search for your college, course (MBBS or BDS), and category to find the exact closing rank.

Remember that the closing rank shown is category-specific. If you belong to the general category, your rank must be better than the general category closing rank for that college. Similarly, OBC, SC, and ST candidates have separate cutoff thresholds. Always cross-check your category before concluding whether you qualify.

• Visit medadmgujarat.org on your browser or mobile device
• Navigate to the UG 2026 counselling section on the homepage
• Locate and click the Round 3 cutoff PDF link (usually labeled 'last merit mop-wise cutoff')
• Download the PDF and search for your college code and category
• Compare your state rank with the closing rank for your category

What Happens After Round 3: Mop-Up and Stray Rounds

Round 3 is the final main counselling phase under Gujarat's state quota system. After this, the process moves to mop-up rounds, where remaining vacant seats are filled. Mop-up rounds typically have higher closing ranks because fewer seats remain available and the competition is less intense.

If you were not allotted a seat in Round 3 despite qualifying, you will have the opportunity to register for the mop-up round. Keep monitoring medadmgujarat.org for the mop-up registration schedule and cutoff updates. After mop-up, institutional stray rounds may also be conducted, though these are less common and have limited seats.

• Round 3 is the last major counselling phase
• Mop-up rounds follow, with fewer seats and typically higher closing ranks
• Stray rounds may occur after mop-up at individual colleges
• Watch the portal for mop-up registration dates and schedules

What to Do If You Have Been Allotted a Seat

If your state rank is better than or equal to the closing rank for your allotted college, course, and category, you have secured a seat. Your next step is to report at the college within the official reporting window. Reporting means physically visiting the college, submitting your original documents, and completing the admission formalities.

Prepare all required documents before the reporting date: your original NEET scorecard, admit card, 10th and 12th mark sheets, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and any other documents specified by ACPUGMEC. Failure to report within the deadline may result in forfeiture of your seat.

• Confirm your allotted college, course, and category from the allotment letter
• Gather all original certificates and documents
• Note the reporting date and time from the official portal
• Visit the college in person during the reporting window
• Complete admission formalities and fee payment as instructed

What to Do If You Were Not Allotted in Round 3

If your state rank did not match any closing rank in Round 3, or if you were eligible but did not receive an allotment, do not lose hope. Mop-up rounds typically have lower closing ranks because fewer seats remain. Your rank may qualify in the mop-up phase.

Register for the mop-up round as soon as the registration window opens. The portal will announce the mop-up schedule shortly after Round 3 reporting concludes. Mop-up cutoffs are usually 200–500 ranks higher than Round 3, so candidates who narrowly missed Round 3 often secure seats in mop-up.

• Monitor medadmgujarat.org daily for mop-up round announcements
• Register for mop-up counselling as soon as the window opens
• Expect mop-up closing ranks to be higher (lower competitiveness) than Round 3
• Prepare documents and be ready to report if allotted in mop-up

Understanding Category-Wise Cutoffs

The Round 3 cutoff document breaks down closing ranks by category: general, OBC (Other Backward Classes), SC (Scheduled Caste), and ST (Scheduled Tribe). Each category has its own merit list and cutoff rank. This means a general category candidate and an SC candidate may have different closing ranks for the same college and course.

If you belong to a reserved category, always check the cutoff for your specific category, not the general category cutoff. Reserved category candidates often have lower closing ranks because they compete within a smaller pool of candidates. This is an advantage built into the admission system to ensure equitable representation.

• Cutoffs are published separately for each category
• General category typically has the lowest (most competitive) closing rank
• Reserved categories (OBC, SC, ST) have higher closing ranks within their own pools
• Always match your category to the correct cutoff row

Key Dates and Deadlines to Track

Round 3 reporting has a fixed deadline, usually 3–5 days from the allotment announcement. Missing this deadline forfeits your seat. After reporting closes, ACPUGMEC will announce the mop-up round schedule, typically within a week.

Set reminders on your phone or calendar for all key dates: Round 3 reporting deadline, mop-up registration opening and closing dates, mop-up allotment date, and mop-up reporting deadline. The official portal is your single source of truth for all dates; do not rely on unofficial sources or social media.

• Round 3 reporting deadline: check medadmgujarat.org for exact date
• Mop-up registration window: announced after Round 3 reporting closes
• Mop-up allotment date: typically 2–3 days after registration closes
• Mop-up reporting deadline: usually 3–5 days after allotment

Frequently asked questions

Round 3 is your final opportunity in the main counselling phase. If you have been allotted, report immediately with all original documents. If not, register for mop-up as soon as the window opens—many candidates secure seats in mop-up. Keep checking medadmgujarat.org daily for updates on reporting deadlines and mop-up schedules.