Jharkhand NEET UG 2026 Round 3: Merit List Out, Apply by Oct 7

The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has released the revised state merit list for Round 3 of NEET UG 2026 counselling, opening the final opportunity for candidates to secure or upgrade their medical and dental seats in the state. Eligible candidates must register and submit their college preferences on the official portal by October 7, 2026 at 6 PM — missing this deadline means losing your last chance to participate in Jharkhand's state quota admission process this year. This round covers MBBS, BDS, and BHMS programmes under the state quota system. If your name appears on the revised merit list, you must act quickly to complete all required steps before the window closes.

What is Jharkhand Round 3 and why does it matter?

Round 3 is the final upgradation round for NEET UG 2026 counselling in Jharkhand. Unlike earlier rounds, this is your last chance to either secure a seat if you haven't received one yet, or move to a better college or course within the state quota system. After Round 3 concludes, no further counselling rounds will be held for Jharkhand state quota seats in 2026.

This round is particularly important because many candidates who were waitlisted or did not participate in Rounds 1 and 2 get another opportunity to enter the admission process. Additionally, candidates already allotted seats can attempt to upgrade to a more preferred college or course. If you skip Round 3, you forfeit your eligibility for any state quota seat in Jharkhand for the current admission cycle.

How to check if you are on the revised merit list

The revised state merit list for Round 3 was released on September 28, 2026. You must verify your eligibility before proceeding with registration. Visit the official JCECEB portal at neetug.jceceb.co.in and log in using your NEET UG registration credentials to check if your name appears on the merit list.

At the same time, check the Revised Not Eligible List published alongside the merit list. If your name appears on the not-eligible list, you cannot participate in Round 3 counselling. Only candidates on the merit list are permitted to register and fill choices. Verify both documents carefully to avoid confusion or wasted effort.

Step-by-step guide to complete choice filling before October 7

Once you confirm your name on the merit list, log in to the counselling portal using your NEET UG credentials. If you are a fresh candidate entering counselling for the first time in Round 3, you must pay the mandatory online counselling fee before proceeding. This fee can be paid via net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI directly on the portal.

After payment (if applicable), select your preferred colleges and courses in order of preference. Rank them carefully — the system will allot seats based on your preference order and merit rank. Once you have finalized your choices, lock them on the portal and download the confirmation slip. This slip serves as proof of your participation and should be kept safely.

• Visit neetug.jceceb.co.in and log in with your NEET UG credentials
• Pay the online counselling fee if you are a fresh applicant (not required if you paid in Rounds 1 or 2)
• Select colleges and courses in your preferred order
• Lock your choices before 6 PM on October 7, 2026
• Download and save your confirmation slip

Important dates and deadlines for Round 3

The JCECEB has announced a clear timeline for Round 3 to ensure all candidates can participate and complete the admission process smoothly. Understanding these dates is critical — missing even one deadline can result in forfeiture of your seat or opportunity.

After the choice-filling window closes on October 7 at 6 PM, there is a brief editing window from 6:01 PM to 11:59 PM the same day if you need to make minor changes. However, once this window closes, no further edits are allowed. Seat allotment results will be released between October 9 and 14, and you must report to your allotted college with original documents during the verification period from October 10 to 14.

• Revised Merit List and Not Eligible List released: September 28, 2026
• Registration and choice filling deadline: October 7, 2026 (up to 6 PM)
• Choice editing window: October 7, 2026 (6:01 PM to 11:59 PM)
• Seat allotment result download: October 9 to 14, 2026
• Document verification and college admission: October 10 to 14, 2026

Who needs to pay the counselling fee in Round 3?

If you are participating in Jharkhand NEET UG counselling for the first time in Round 3, you must pay the mandatory online counselling fee. However, if you already paid this fee in Round 1 or Round 2, you do not need to pay it again — your payment carries forward across all rounds.

The fee can be paid through multiple modes: net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI. Payment must be completed before you can proceed to fill your college choices. Ensure you complete payment well before the October 7 deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues or payment gateway delays.

What happens after you lock your choices?

Once you lock your choices on October 7, the JCECEB will process all applications and generate the seat allotment result based on your merit rank, category, and preference order. The allotment will follow the state quota rules and reservation policies applicable in Jharkhand. You cannot make any changes after locking, so ensure your preferences are final before submitting.

The seat allotment letter will be available for download from October 9 onwards on the same portal. Download this letter immediately and check which college and course you have been allotted. If you have been allotted a seat, you must report to the college with all required original documents between October 10 and 14 to complete document verification and secure your admission.

What documents do you need for college reporting?

When you report to your allotted college between October 10 and 14, bring all original documents for verification. Typically, this includes your NEET UG admit card, NEET UG result/scorecard, 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates, Aadhaar card, caste certificate (if applicable), and any other documents specified in the JCECEB notice.

Failure to report within the stipulated dates or incomplete documentation can result in cancellation of your allotment and forfeiture of your seat. Contact your allotted college in advance if you have any doubts about the required documents or reporting procedure.

What if your name is not on the merit list?

If your name does not appear on the revised merit list, you are not eligible to participate in Round 3 counselling. This typically happens if your NEET UG score falls below the qualifying cutoff for Jharkhand state quota, or if you have already been allotted a seat in an earlier round and your name was removed from the merit list as per counselling rules.

If you believe your exclusion is an error, contact the JCECEB office immediately with your NEET UG registration details and score. However, do not wait for a response — focus on exploring other state counselling processes or private medical college options if available. Round 3 is the final state quota round in Jharkhand for 2026.

Frequently asked questions

If your name is on the revised merit list, log in to neetug.jceceb.co.in immediately, verify your eligibility, and complete choice filling before October 7 at 6 PM — this is your final opportunity to secure a medical or dental seat in Jharkhand. Download your seat allotment letter from October 9 onwards and report to your allotted college with original documents by October 14 to finalize your admission.