Puducherry's CENTAC (Centralised Admission Committee) has extended the deadline for Round 2 registration fee payment to 12 September 2026 at 3:00 PM. This extension applies to candidates who have submitted their willingness to accept a seat but have not yet paid the Round 2 registration fee. Additionally, CENTAC has opened a window for candidates who were allotted and joined a seat in Round 1 to withdraw that seat without paying a forfeiture fee — also by 12 September 3:00 PM. This is a critical update for anyone in the Puducherry NEET UG 2026 counselling process who is still deciding on their seat or needs more time to complete payment.
Round 2 registration fee payment and Round 1 seat withdrawal both close on 12 September 2026 at 3:00 PM — no further extensions will be granted.
What Has Changed: The Extension Explained
CENTAC has announced a one-time extension of the Round 2 registration fee payment deadline. Originally, candidates who had submitted their willingness to accept a Round 2 seat were required to pay the registration fee by an earlier date. That deadline has now been pushed to 12 September 2026 at 3:00 PM.
The notice makes clear that this is the final extension: 'No further request for extension of time will be entertained.' This means if you miss 3:00 PM on 12 September, your Round 2 application will be cancelled and you will lose your allotted seat. There will be no exceptions, no appeals, and no second chances.
Who Needs to Pay Round 2 Registration Fee
You must pay the Round 2 registration fee if you have already submitted your 'willingness' (acceptance) for a seat allotted to you in Round 2 of the Puducherry NEET UG 2026 counselling. Willingness is your formal statement that you want to accept the seat offered to you.
If you have submitted willingness but have not yet paid the registration fee, you are the person this extension applies to. Payment is mandatory to confirm your seat. Without payment, your allotment will be cancelled and the seat will go to the next candidate on the merit list.
How to Pay Round 2 Registration Fee
You must log in to your CENTAC candidate dashboard using your credentials (roll number and password). Once logged in, you will see the option to pay the Round 2 registration fee.
The notice does not specify the exact fee amount or payment methods in this document. You should check your candidate dashboard or the CENTAC website (www.centacpuducherry.in) for the fee amount and available payment options (online, bank transfer, etc.). Payment must be completed by 12 September 2026 at 3:00 PM.
- Log in to your CENTAC candidate dashboard
- Navigate to the Round 2 payment section
- Enter the required details and complete payment
- Keep a screenshot or receipt of the payment confirmation
- Deadline: 12 September 2026, 3:00 PM
Withdrawing Your Round 1 Seat Without Forfeiture Fee
If you were allotted a seat in Round 1 of Puducherry NEET UG 2026 counselling and you have already joined (reported to) that college, you now have the option to withdraw from that seat without paying a forfeiture fee. A forfeiture fee is a penalty amount that candidates normally have to pay if they give up an allotted seat. CENTAC is waiving this fee for Round 1 allottees who wish to withdraw.
This is a one-time opportunity. If you withdraw your Round 1 seat, you will be out of the counselling process for Round 1, but you may be eligible for Round 2 or subsequent rounds depending on CENTAC's rules. However, the notice does not specify whether withdrawing from Round 1 automatically makes you eligible for Round 2 — you should clarify this with CENTAC before withdrawing.
How to Withdraw Your Round 1 Seat
To withdraw your Round 1 allotted seat, you must submit a Resignation Request Letter. This letter is a formal document that tells CENTAC you are giving up your seat. The format and template for this letter is provided in Annexure 17 of the UG NEET Information Brochure published by CENTAC.
You must submit this letter through your Candidate Login Dashboard on or before 12 September 2026 at 3:00 PM. The notice does not provide the exact steps for uploading the letter, but it should be available as an option in your dashboard. If you cannot find it, contact CENTAC helpline (details below).
Important: The withdrawal must be submitted by 3:00 PM on 12 September. After this time, no withdrawals will be accepted. Once you withdraw, you cannot rejoin that Round 1 seat.
- Download Annexure 17 (Resignation Request Letter template) from the UG NEET Information Brochure
- Fill in the letter with your details and reason for withdrawal
- Log in to your CENTAC candidate dashboard
- Upload the signed letter through the dashboard
- Deadline: 12 September 2026, 3:00 PM
- No forfeiture fee will be charged
Important Trap: What Happens If You Miss the Deadline
If you have submitted willingness for Round 2 but do not pay the registration fee by 3:00 PM on 12 September 2026, your Round 2 allotment will be cancelled. You will lose your seat, and it will be offered to the next candidate on the merit list. CENTAC will not entertain any requests for a further extension.
Similarly, if you want to withdraw your Round 1 seat but do not submit the Resignation Request Letter by 3:00 PM on 12 September, you will remain locked into that Round 1 seat. You will not be able to participate in Round 2 or any subsequent round. This is a permanent decision once the deadline passes.
The notice emphasizes this twice: 'No further request for extension of time will be entertained.' This is not a soft deadline — it is absolute.
- ⚠️ Missing the 12 September 3:00 PM deadline = automatic cancellation of your seat
- ⚠️ No extensions will be granted under any circumstances
- ⚠️ No appeals or exceptions — the deadline is final
Key Dates and Deadlines
There is only one critical date in this notice: 12 September 2026 at 3:00 PM. This is the final deadline for both Round 2 registration fee payment and Round 1 seat withdrawal. Both actions must be completed by this date and time.
| Action | Deadline | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Round 2 Registration Fee Payment | 12 September 2026 | 3:00 PM |
| Round 1 Seat Withdrawal (Resignation Request Letter submission) | 12 September 2026 | 3:00 PM |
Documents Required for Seat Withdrawal
If you are withdrawing your Round 1 seat, you need only one document: the Resignation Request Letter. This is a formal letter stating that you wish to resign from your allotted seat. The template and format are provided in Annexure 17 of the UG NEET Information Brochure.
The letter must be signed by you and submitted through your candidate dashboard. The notice does not specify whether you need to print, sign, scan, and upload it, or whether you can fill it out digitally — check your dashboard or contact CENTAC for the exact submission format.
- Resignation Request Letter (Annexure 17 from UG NEET Information Brochure)
- Your signature on the letter
- Your candidate roll number and name
How to Contact CENTAC for Help
If you have questions or run into problems, CENTAC provides multiple ways to get help. You can visit the official website, submit a query through your dashboard, or call the helpline.
The notice provides the following contact information:
- Website: www.centacpuducherry.in
- Helpline Phone: 0413-2655570 or 0413-2655571
- Dashboard Grievances Option: Log in to your candidate dashboard and use the 'Grievances' option to submit a query
What This Extension Means for Your Counselling
This extension is a relief for candidates who were unable to pay the Round 2 registration fee by the original deadline. It gives you two extra days (from 10 September to 12 September) to arrange payment and complete the process.
However, it also signals that CENTAC is moving quickly through the counselling rounds. Once 12 September passes, Round 2 will be finalized, and CENTAC will likely move on to Round 3 or subsequent rounds. If you are still undecided about your seat, you need to make a choice now: pay and confirm your Round 2 seat, or withdraw from Round 1 and hope for a better option in a later round.
The withdrawal option for Round 1 is unusual and suggests that CENTAC is trying to give candidates a second chance to change their minds. If you joined a Round 1 seat but are unhappy with it, this is your window to get out without penalty. After 12 September, you will be locked in.
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What is the new deadline for Round 2 registration fee payment?
The new deadline is 12 September 2026 at 3:00 PM. This is the final extended deadline, and no further extensions will be granted. If you do not pay by this date and time, your Round 2 allotment will be cancelled.
I submitted willingness for Round 2 but haven't paid the fee yet. What do I do?
Log in to your CENTAC candidate dashboard and navigate to the Round 2 payment section. Complete the payment by 12 September 2026 at 3:00 PM. Keep a receipt or screenshot of the payment confirmation. If you need help, contact CENTAC helpline at 0413-2655570 or 0413-2655571.
Can I withdraw my Round 1 seat without paying a forfeiture fee?
Yes. If you were allotted and joined a seat in Round 1, you can withdraw it without paying a forfeiture fee by submitting a Resignation Request Letter through your candidate dashboard by 12 September 2026 at 3:00 PM. The letter template is in Annexure 17 of the UG NEET Information Brochure.
What happens if I miss the 12 September 3:00 PM deadline?
If you miss the deadline for Round 2 payment, your allotment will be cancelled and your seat will go to the next candidate. If you miss the deadline for Round 1 withdrawal, you will remain locked into that Round 1 seat and will not be able to participate in Round 2 or later rounds. No extensions will be granted.
How do I submit the Resignation Request Letter to withdraw my Round 1 seat?
Download the Resignation Request Letter template from Annexure 17 of the UG NEET Information Brochure, fill it out with your details, sign it, and upload it through your CENTAC candidate dashboard by 12 September 2026 at 3:00 PM. If you are unsure about the exact upload process, contact CENTAC helpline.
If I withdraw my Round 1 seat, will I be eligible for Round 2?
The notice does not specify whether withdrawing from Round 1 automatically makes you eligible for Round 2. You should contact CENTAC helpline (0413-2655570 or 0413-2655571) or check the UG NEET Information Brochure to clarify your eligibility for subsequent rounds before you withdraw.
What is the Round 2 registration fee amount?
The notice does not specify the fee amount. You should check your CENTAC candidate dashboard or visit www.centacpuducherry.in to find the exact fee amount and available payment methods.
Can I request another extension if I cannot pay by 12 September?
No. The notice explicitly states: 'No further request for extension of time will be entertained.' The 12 September 3:00 PM deadline is final and absolute. There are no exceptions.
I have a problem with my payment or dashboard. Who do I contact?
You can contact CENTAC through three channels: (1) Visit www.centacpuducherry.in, (2) Use the Grievances option in your candidate login dashboard, or (3) Call the helpline at 0413-2655570 or 0413-2655571. Contact them as soon as possible if you have issues, as the deadline is 12 September.
Is this extension applicable to all candidates or only some?
The extension applies to candidates who have submitted willingness for Round 2 but have not yet paid the registration fee. If you have already paid, this extension does not affect you. If you have not submitted willingness, you cannot use this extension to pay now.
If you have submitted willingness for Round 2, log in to your CENTAC dashboard immediately and complete the registration fee payment by 12 September 2026 at 3:00 PM. If you joined a Round 1 seat and want to withdraw, download the Resignation Request Letter from Annexure 17 of the Information Brochure, fill it out, and submit it through your dashboard by the same deadline. Do not wait until the last moment — the deadline is absolute, and no extensions will be granted. For any issues, contact CENTAC helpline at 0413-2655570 or 0413-2655571 or visit www.centacpuducherry.in.
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