NEET UG Round 3 Counselling 2026: PwD Assessment Deadline Extended to September 28

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has extended the disability assessment window for candidates with disabilities participating in Round 3 of NEET UG 2026 counselling. This extension gives aspirants more time to complete their Persons with Disabilities (PwD) assessment before the seat allotment result is announced. If you are a PwD candidate in Round 3 counselling, understanding these new timelines and what they mean for your admission process is crucial to avoid missing critical deadlines.

What Is the Extended PwD Assessment Deadline?

The MCC has pushed back the disability assessment facility for Round 3 counselling to September 28, 2026. Candidates with disabilities can now visit Appellate Boards to complete or appeal their assessment until 10:30 am on that date. The Primary Medical Assessment Board, which conducts initial assessments, will function until 5 pm on September 26.

This extension is significant because it provides a buffer between the assessment deadline and the seat allotment result announcement on September 30. Candidates who need to challenge or complete their disability evaluation now have a clearer window to do so without rushing through the process.

Why Does PwD Assessment Matter in NEET Counselling?

Persons with Disabilities are eligible for reserved seats in medical colleges under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. During counselling, your disability status and category (physical, visual, hearing, locomotor, or other) determine which reserved seats you can access. The assessment confirms your eligibility and ensures you are placed in the correct category.

If your assessment is incomplete or incorrect, you may not be able to claim your reserved seat or may be placed in the wrong category, affecting your college options. This is why the MCC allows for both primary assessment and re-assessment at Appellate Boards—to ensure accuracy and fairness in the allocation process.

Key Dates for Round 3 Counselling You Must Know

The counselling timeline is tight, and missing any deadline can affect your admission. Registration and fee payment for Round 3 closes on September 27, so ensure you have completed these steps before that date. Choice-filling (the process of ranking your preferred colleges) ends on September 28.

The seat allotment result will be released on September 30. Once you receive your allotted seat, you must report to your assigned college between October 1 and October 9, 2026. Failure to report within this window may result in forfeiture of your seat.

• Registration and fee payment: closes September 27
• Choice-filling: closes September 28
• Seat allotment result: September 30
• College reporting: October 1–9, 2026

What Changed in MBBS Seat Availability for 2026-27?

On September 23, the MCC announced the addition of 13,636 new MBBS seats, bringing the total intake to 1.40 lakh (140,000 seats) for the 2026-27 academic session. Of these, 64,121 seats are in government medical colleges and 76,543 are in private institutions. This expansion is the result of 41 new medical colleges being established across India.

The increase in seats is distributed unevenly across states. Karnataka received the highest number of new seats, followed by Bihar, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Telangana, West Bengal, and Maharashtra. Private colleges contributed 3,000 seats across 28 new institutions, while 13 new government colleges added 850 seats. This means more options are available in Round 3, particularly in certain states.

• Total MBBS seats for 2026-27: 1.40 lakh
• Government college seats: 64,121
• Private college seats: 76,543
• New medical colleges: 41 (28 private, 13 government)
• Highest new seats: Karnataka, Bihar, Tamil Nadu

How to Download Your Seat Allotment Result

Once the result is released on September 30, you can access your allotment through the official MCC portal. The process is straightforward and takes only a few minutes. Keep your NEET UG roll number and password ready before you begin.

After downloading your result, save it immediately and take a printout. You will need this document when you report to your college. Do not rely on digital copies alone, as colleges may require physical proof during the reporting process.

• Visit mcc.nic.in
• Click 'Candidate Login' on the homepage
• Enter your NEET UG roll number and password
• Click 'Submit'
• Your allotted seat and college will appear on screen
• Download and save the result for future reference

What Should PwD Candidates Do Right Now?

If you are a PwD candidate in Round 3 counselling and have not yet completed your disability assessment, contact your nearest Appellate Board immediately. Do not wait until September 28, as last-minute rushes can lead to errors or incomplete documentation. Ensure all your medical reports and disability certificates are in order before your appointment.

If you have already completed your primary assessment but believe it is incorrect, you can file an appeal at the Appellate Board until September 28. This is your final opportunity to correct any errors before seat allotment. After September 28, no further changes to your disability status will be accepted for Round 3.

What Happens After You Receive Your Seat Allotment?

Once you know your allotted college and course, you have a 9-day window (October 1–9) to report in person. This is a mandatory step. You will need to submit your original documents, including your NEET scorecard, 12th-pass certificate, disability certificate (if applicable), and other required papers. Colleges will verify these documents and complete your admission formalities.

If you do not report within this period, your seat will be cancelled, and you will not be able to join that college. There is no extension for this deadline, so plan your travel and document submission well in advance. If you face genuine hardship, contact the college administration immediately to explore options, though extensions are rarely granted.

Understanding Reserved Seats and PwD Quotas

Medical colleges in India reserve a certain percentage of seats for candidates with disabilities under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act. The exact percentage and categories vary by college and state. During counselling, the MCC ensures that PwD candidates are matched to colleges that have available reserved seats in their disability category.

Your disability assessment determines not just whether you are eligible for reserved seats, but also which specific category you fall into. For example, a candidate with a visual disability will be placed in the visual disability category, and only colleges with reserved seats in that category will be available to you. This is why accurate assessment is critical—an incorrect category can severely limit your college options.

Frequently asked questions

If you are a PwD candidate in Round 3 counselling, prioritize completing your disability assessment by September 28 to avoid losing your reserved seat opportunity. Mark all key dates on your calendar, download your result promptly on September 30, and ensure you report to your college within the October 1–9 window to secure your admission.