Odisha's Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) board has published the revised schedule for the 3rd round of MBBS and BDS counselling under the state quota. The provisional allotment was released on 6 October 2026 at 6:00 PM. This notice updates the timeline for the remaining steps — query submission, final allotment publication, and the withdrawal deadline — all happening between 7 and 8 October. If you qualified for NEET UG 2026 and are on Odisha's state merit list, you need to act on these dates immediately, as the withdrawal window closes on 7 October at 5:00 PM.
Odisha's 3rd round MBBS/BDS allotment schedule has been revised: provisional allotment is live, final allotment letters come on 8 October, and you must withdraw by 7 October 5 PM if you do not want the seat.
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This is an official schedule update from Odisha's OJEE board for the 3rd round of MBBS and BDS counselling in the 2026-27 admission cycle. The board has revised the timeline for key activities — the provisional allotment has already been published, and the notice sets new dates for you to check for errors, raise queries, and download your final allotment letter.
The notice emphasizes that the provisional allotment is only indicative and subject to change. This means the seat shown in the provisional result is not final — it may change when the final allotment is published. You cannot claim a legal right to the seat based on the provisional result, and you cannot challenge it in court. However, you do have a window to raise queries if you spot an error.
Who is eligible to use this schedule?
This notice applies to all candidates who qualified in NEET UG 2026 and are listed on Odisha's state merit list. Odisha conducts counselling for 85% of MBBS and BDS seats in the state through its own process (called the state quota). If you took NEET UG 2026, scored above the cutoff, and registered for Odisha counselling, you are eligible.
The notice is specifically for candidates participating in the 3rd round of counselling. If you withdrew in an earlier round or did not register for Odisha counselling, this schedule does not apply to you.
Key dates and what happens on each
The 3rd round follows a tight four-day schedule. Here are the exact dates and times you must remember:
| Activity | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| 3rd Round Provisional Allotment Published | 6 October 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Query Submission Window (if you spot an error in provisional allotment) | 7 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Final Allotment Published & Allotment Letters Available for Download | 8 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Withdrawal or Resignation Deadline | Till 7 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
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What is provisional allotment and why does it matter?
Provisional allotment is a preliminary list of seats assigned to candidates based on their merit rank, category, and choices. It is published first so you can check if the system has assigned you correctly — for example, to verify that your category was recognized, your choices were processed in the right order, and no data entry error occurred.
The provisional allotment is NOT your final seat. The board may make corrections after reviewing queries, and the final allotment (published on 8 October) is what actually binds you. However, the provisional result is indicative only — you cannot legally claim the seat or challenge it in court at this stage. Its purpose is to give you a chance to flag errors before the final allotment is locked.
How to check your provisional allotment and raise a query
Log in to the official OJEE website (www.ojee.nic.in) using your registration credentials. Your provisional allotment will be visible in your candidate dashboard. Check the college and course assigned to you, and verify that it matches your choices and category.
If you spot an error — for example, your category is shown incorrectly, or the college assigned does not match your preference order — you have until 7 October 2026 at 5:00 PM to submit a query. The notice does not specify the exact method (online form, email, or portal), so visit www.ojee.nic.in for the query submission link. Do not wait; the window is only one day.
After you submit a query, the board will review it and incorporate corrections (if valid) into the final allotment published on 8 October. If your query is not accepted, the provisional allotment stands as final.
Understanding the withdrawal deadline
You have the right to withdraw from the counselling process entirely if you do not want to accept any seat in the 3rd round. The withdrawal deadline is 7 October 2026 at 5:00 PM — the same day as the query window. If you withdraw, you forfeit your chance to be allotted a seat in this round and all subsequent rounds.
Withdrawal is different from rejecting a specific seat after allotment. Once the final allotment is published on 8 October, you will have a separate window (not mentioned in this notice) to accept or reject your allotted seat. The withdrawal option here is for candidates who want to exit the entire counselling process before the final allotment is locked.
Why would you withdraw? Common reasons include: you have already secured admission elsewhere, you want to prepare for a future attempt, or you do not wish to accept any seat available in this round. Withdrawing is irreversible for this round, so decide carefully.
What happens after 8 October — final allotment and next steps
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On 8 October 2026 at 5:00 PM, the final allotment will be published and allotment letters will be available for download on www.ojee.nic.in. This is your official seat assignment. Download your allotment letter immediately — it will contain your assigned college, course (MBBS or BDS), category, and seat number.
After downloading your allotment letter, you will have a separate window (dates not specified in this notice) to accept or reject the seat. If you accept, you will be required to report to the college for document verification and admission formalities. If you reject, you may be considered for a subsequent round (if available). Check www.ojee.nic.in for the acceptance/rejection window and reporting dates.
The notice states that 'all other activities and timelines of the counselling schedule will remain unchanged,' meaning the subsequent steps (acceptance, document verification, admission) follow the original schedule published earlier. Refer to the main counselling notification for those dates.
Important: provisional allotment is not a legal right
The notice explicitly states: 'The candidates cannot claim any right over the allotted seat in the provisional result and the provisional result cannot be challenged before the Court of Law.' This is a critical legal point. Even if you are allotted a seat in the provisional list, you do not own it until the final allotment is published and you formally accept it.
Do not make any financial commitments, book travel, or inform your college based on the provisional allotment alone. Wait for the final allotment on 8 October. If the provisional allotment changes (due to a query correction or a higher-ranked candidate's withdrawal), you will be notified in the final list.
What if you do not see your name in the provisional allotment?
If you do not appear in the provisional allotment list, it means you were not allotted a seat in the 3rd round. This can happen if: (a) your rank is below the cutoff for all your chosen colleges and courses, (b) all seats in your category at your chosen colleges are filled by higher-ranked candidates, or (c) you did not register for the 3rd round.
If you believe this is an error, submit a query by 7 October 5:00 PM. Otherwise, you may be considered for a subsequent round (if the board conducts one) based on the original counselling schedule. Check www.ojee.nic.in for information on further rounds.
Where to find more information
All details about the 3rd round and the full counselling schedule are available on the official OJEE website: www.ojee.nic.in. Log in with your registration credentials to view your provisional allotment, submit queries, download your allotment letter, and track the status of your application.
If you have technical issues accessing the portal or need clarification on the schedule, contact OJEE directly through the website. Do not rely on unofficial sources or social media for updates — always check the official portal.
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When was the 3rd round provisional allotment published?
The 3rd round provisional allotment was published on 6 October 2026 at 6:00 PM. You can view it by logging into www.ojee.nic.in with your registration credentials.
What is the deadline to raise a query about my provisional allotment?
The deadline to submit a query about any error in your provisional allotment is 7 October 2026 at 5:00 PM. If you spot an error — such as incorrect category, wrong college assigned, or data entry mistake — submit your query through the OJEE portal before this time.
When will the final allotment be published and how do I download my allotment letter?
The final allotment will be published on 8 October 2026 at 5:00 PM. Your allotment letter will be available for download on www.ojee.nic.in. Log in with your credentials and download it immediately.
What is the deadline to withdraw from the 3rd round counselling?
The withdrawal deadline is 7 October 2026 at 5:00 PM. If you withdraw, you forfeit your seat in the 3rd round and all subsequent rounds. Withdrawal is irreversible, so decide carefully before submitting.
Can I challenge the provisional allotment in court?
No. The notice explicitly states that the provisional allotment is only indicative and cannot be challenged in court. You cannot claim a legal right to the seat based on the provisional result. Your only recourse is to submit a query if you spot an error, which must be done by 7 October 5:00 PM.
What happens if my provisional allotment changes after I submit a query?
If your query is valid, the board will correct the error and the corrected allotment will appear in the final allotment published on 8 October. If your query is not accepted, the provisional allotment stands as final. You will see the final result when you download your allotment letter on 8 October.
I did not see my name in the provisional allotment. What should I do?
If you are not in the provisional allotment, you were not allotted a seat in the 3rd round. This may be because your rank is below the cutoff for your chosen colleges or all seats are filled. If you believe this is an error, submit a query by 7 October 5:00 PM. Otherwise, check www.ojee.nic.in for information on further rounds.
Is the provisional allotment my final seat?
No. The provisional allotment is preliminary and subject to change. The final allotment will be published on 8 October 2026. Do not make any commitments based on the provisional allotment alone. Wait for the final allotment and the formal acceptance window.
What do I do after I download my allotment letter on 8 October?
After downloading your allotment letter on 8 October, you will have a separate window (dates to be announced) to accept or reject your allotted seat. If you accept, you must report to the college for document verification and admission formalities. Check www.ojee.nic.in for the acceptance deadline and reporting dates.
Are there any other counselling rounds after the 3rd round?
The notice does not specify whether further rounds will be conducted. It states that 'all other activities and timelines of the counselling schedule will remain unchanged,' implying the original schedule applies. Check www.ojee.nic.in for the complete counselling schedule and information on subsequent rounds.
Act immediately: check your provisional allotment on www.ojee.nic.in today (6 October). If you spot an error, submit a query by 7 October 5:00 PM. If you wish to withdraw, do so by the same deadline. Download your final allotment letter on 8 October at 5:00 PM and follow the acceptance/reporting instructions that will be published separately. Do not delay — all deadlines are firm.
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