Puducherry NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Admitted List: MBBS & BDS

The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC) of Puducherry has released the Round 3 admitted list for NEET UG 2026 on 15 October 2026. This list covers admissions to MBBS and BDS programmes across government, management, and NRI quota seats in Puducherry's medical and dental colleges. If your name appears on this list, you have been allotted a seat and must now complete document verification and join your college by the deadline. This is a critical step—missing the joining date will result in forfeiture of your seat.

What is Round 3 and Why It Matters

Round 3 is the third and typically final round of counselling in Puducherry's NEET UG admission process for 2026–27. In this round, remaining vacant seats after Rounds 1 and 2 are filled. Candidates who were not allotted seats in earlier rounds, or who rejected their previous allotments, get another chance to secure admission.

The Round 3 admitted list published on 15 October 2026 contains the names of all candidates who have been successfully allotted seats in MBBS and BDS programmes. This list is binding—if your name appears, you are required to join the college and course shown against your name. Failure to join by the deadline will result in automatic cancellation of your allotment and forfeiture of the seat.

Colleges and Programmes Covered

The Round 3 list covers admissions to the following MBBS colleges in Puducherry: Indira Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute, Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Medical College and Hospital, and Sri Venkateshwaraa Medical College and Research Institute. For BDS, admissions are to Mahatma Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences, Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences, and Sri Venkateswara Dental College.

Additionally, one Ayurveda college (Rajiv Gandhi Ayurveda Medical College, Mahe) is included for B.A.M.S. admissions. Seats are allocated across government quota, management quota, NRI quota, and in some cases, minority-specific quotas. Each college and quota category has its own merit list and cutoff scores.

• MBBS colleges: Indira Gandhi Medical College, Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Medical College, Sri Venkateshwaraa Medical College
• BDS colleges: Mahatma Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences, Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences, Sri Venkateswara Dental College
• Ayurveda: Rajiv Gandhi Ayurveda Medical College, Mahe
• Quotas: Government, Management, NRI, and Minority (Telugu) where applicable

How to Check Your Name on the Admitted List

The admitted list is published in the form of PDF documents, one for each college and quota category. To find your name, you must download the correct PDF based on your allotted college and quota. For example, if you applied for MBBS under government quota at Indira Gandhi Medical College, download the 'Government Quota – Indira Gandhi Medical College' PDF.

Within each PDF, candidates are listed in order of their NEET All India Rank (AIR). Search for your name using the application number (APP NO) or your NEET rank. The list shows your name, NEET rank, NEET score, residence (PY = Puducherry, OS = Other State, NRI = Non-Resident Indian), applied category, allotted category, and round status (FIRST, SECOND, or THIRD).

• Visit the CENTAC website or the official Puducherry higher education portal
• Download the PDF for your college and quota category
• Search for your name using Ctrl+F (or Cmd+F on Mac) and your application number or NEET rank
• Note your allotted college, category, and round status
• If your name does not appear, you have not been allotted a seat in Round 3

Understanding Your Allotment: Category and Quota

The 'Allotted Category' column shows the category under which you have been admitted. This is crucial because it determines your eligibility and any special conditions. Common categories include UGE (Unreserved General—Puducherry resident), KGE (Kannada General—Puducherry resident), UMB (Unreserved MBC—Puducherry resident), UOB (Unreserved OBC—Puducherry resident), USC (Unreserved SC—Puducherry resident), UEB (Unreserved EBC—Puducherry resident), UBM (Unreserved BCM—Puducherry resident), and AGE (Management quota—any state).

If your allotted category includes a suffix like /FF (freedom fighter), /MSP (minority status person), /ESM (ex-serviceman), or /GSS (government service spouse), you have been allotted under a special sub-category. These suffixes may carry additional eligibility requirements or documentation needs. Verify that your allotted category matches your applied category; if there is a mismatch, contact CENTAC immediately for clarification.

• UGE / KGE / MGE = Unreserved General (Puducherry resident, different regions)
• UMB / KMB / YMB = Unreserved MBC (Puducherry resident, different regions)
• UOB / KOB / YOB = Unreserved OBC (Puducherry resident, different regions)
• USC / KSC / YSC = Unreserved SC (Puducherry resident, different regions)
• UEB / KEB = Unreserved EBC (Puducherry resident, different regions)
• UBM / KBM / YBM = Unreserved BCM (Puducherry resident, different regions)
• AGE = Management quota (open to all states)
• Suffixes: /FF, /MSP, /ESM, /GSS indicate special sub-categories

NEET UG Cutoff Marks for Puducherry 2026

The notice specifies the minimum NEET scores required to qualify for admission in Puducherry. These cutoff marks are the same across all colleges and quotas in the state. Candidates who scored below these marks are not eligible for admission, even if seats are available.

The cutoff marks are: General (GE) category: 213; General with Physical Handicap (GE-PH): 194; and all reserved categories (OBC, MBC, SC, EBC, BCM, ST, BT): 177. If your NEET score is at or above the cutoff for your category, you are eligible. If you appear on the admitted list, your score meets the cutoff requirement.

• General (GE): 213 marks
• General with Physical Handicap (GE-PH): 194 marks
• Reserved categories (OBC, MBC, SC, EBC, BCM, ST, BT): 177 marks

Round Status: What FIRST, SECOND, and THIRD Mean

The 'Round Status' column indicates in which round you were allotted your seat. FIRST means you were allotted in Round 1 (the first round of counselling). SECOND means you were allotted in Round 2 (the second round). THIRD means you are being allotted for the first time in Round 3.

If your status is FIRST or SECOND, it means you either accepted your previous allotment and are now being re-allotted (possibly to a different college or course due to a higher rank or a change in your choice), or you had rejected your previous allotment and are now allotted again. If your status is THIRD, this is your first allotment. Regardless of the round status, you must now join the college shown in this list.

• FIRST: Allotted in Round 1 (first round of counselling)
• SECOND: Allotted in Round 2 (second round of counselling)
• THIRD: Allotted in Round 3 (third and typically final round)

What You Must Do Now: Document Verification and Joining

If your name appears on the Round 3 admitted list, you must immediately take the following steps. First, note the exact name of your allotted college and the date and time for document verification (this information is usually provided in a separate notification or on the college's website). Second, gather all required documents—your NEET admit card, NEET scorecard, 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates, caste/community certificate (if applicable), income certificate (if applicable), medical fitness certificate, and any other documents specified by your college.

Third, report to your allotted college on the specified date and time for document verification. During this process, the college will verify that your documents are genuine and that you meet all eligibility criteria. If any document is missing, forged, or does not meet the college's requirements, your admission may be cancelled. Fourth, after successful verification, you must pay the admission fee and complete the joining formalities (registration, hostel allotment if applicable, etc.) by the deadline. Failure to join by the deadline will result in automatic cancellation of your seat.

• ✅ Check the Round 3 admitted list immediately
• ✅ Note your allotted college, course, and category
• ✅ Gather all required documents (NEET scorecard, certificates, caste certificate if applicable, medical fitness certificate, etc.)
• ✅ Check your college's website or CENTAC notification for the document verification date and time
• ✅ Report to your college on the specified date with all original documents
• ✅ Complete document verification and pay the admission fee
• ✅ Complete joining formalities (registration, hostel allotment, etc.) by the deadline
• ⚠️ Missing the joining deadline will result in automatic cancellation of your seat

Important Documents You Must Carry for Verification

The college will verify your eligibility and authenticity of documents during the verification process. You must carry all original documents along with photocopies. The following documents are typically required: NEET 2026 admit card and scorecard (original and photocopy), 10th standard mark sheet and certificate (original and photocopy), 12th standard mark sheet and certificate (original and photocopy), caste/community certificate issued by the competent authority (if you applied under a reserved category), income certificate (if applicable for fee concessions), medical fitness certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner, and any other document specified by your college or CENTAC.

⚠️ CRITICAL TRAP: Caste certificates must be issued by the competent authority and must clearly state your caste/community and sub-group (if applicable). Certificates issued by gram panchayats or without proper authorization may be rejected. Similarly, income certificates must be recent (usually not older than one financial year) and issued by the correct authority. If your certificate is rejected during verification, your admission will be cancelled. Verify the authenticity and format of your certificates well in advance.

• NEET 2026 admit card (original and photocopy)
• NEET scorecard (original and photocopy)
• 10th standard mark sheet and certificate (original and photocopy)
• 12th standard mark sheet and certificate (original and photocopy)
• Caste/community certificate (if applicable) – must be issued by competent authority
• Income certificate (if applicable) – must be recent and from correct authority
• Medical fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner
• Passport-size photographs (as specified by college)
• Any other document specified by your college or CENTAC

Common Reasons for Rejection During Document Verification

Many candidates lose their seats during document verification due to preventable mistakes. The most common reason is missing or incomplete documents. If you do not carry all required documents, the college will not verify you and your seat will be cancelled. Another common reason is forged or invalid certificates. Caste certificates issued without proper authorization, income certificates older than the specified period, or medical fitness certificates from unregistered practitioners are frequently rejected.

A third reason is mismatch between your application details and your documents. For example, if your name in your NEET scorecard differs from your name in your 10th certificate, or if your date of birth is inconsistent, verification will fail. Fourth, if you do not meet the eligibility criteria for your allotted category (e.g., you applied as SC but your caste certificate shows a different category), your admission will be cancelled. Fifth, if you fail the medical fitness test, you will not be admitted. Finally, if you do not report for verification by the deadline, your seat will be automatically cancelled.

• ⚠️ Missing or incomplete documents
• ⚠️ Forged, invalid, or improperly issued certificates
• ⚠️ Mismatch between application details and documents (name, date of birth, etc.)
• ⚠️ Ineligibility for your allotted category
• ⚠️ Failure in medical fitness test
• ⚠️ Non-appearance for document verification by the deadline

What If Your Name Does Not Appear on the List?

If your name does not appear on the Round 3 admitted list, it means you have not been allotted a seat in this round. This can happen for several reasons: your NEET score may be below the cutoff for your category, you may not have filled your choice form correctly, you may have rejected your allotment in an earlier round and not been re-allotted, or all seats in your preferred colleges and categories may have been filled by higher-ranked candidates.

If you believe your name should appear on the list, contact CENTAC immediately with your application number and NEET roll number. CENTAC may conduct a special round (Round 4 or beyond) if seats remain vacant after Round 3. Keep checking the CENTAC website and your college's website for announcements about further rounds. Do not assume your admission is over; many candidates secure seats in later rounds.

• Check the list again carefully using your application number and NEET rank
• Contact CENTAC with your application number if you believe there is an error
• Wait for announcements about further rounds (Round 4, etc.)
• Keep checking the CENTAC website daily for updates
• Do not make any other commitments until you are certain no further rounds will be held

Key Dates and Deadlines

The Round 3 admitted list was released on 15 October 2026. The exact date and time for document verification and joining will be announced by CENTAC and your allotted college separately. You must check your college's website and your email/SMS regularly for these announcements. Missing the joining deadline will result in automatic cancellation of your seat, so mark all dates on your calendar and set reminders.

Typically, document verification takes place within 3–7 days of the list release, and joining must be completed within 10–14 days. However, these timelines can vary. Do not assume; always check the official notification from CENTAC and your college.

• Round 3 admitted list released: 15 October 2026
• Document verification date and time: To be announced by your college (check college website)
• Joining deadline: To be announced by your college (check college website)
• ⚠️ Missing the joining deadline will result in automatic cancellation of your seat

Frequently asked questions

If your name appears on the Round 3 admitted list, congratulations—you have secured a seat in a Puducherry medical or dental college. Act immediately: gather all required documents, check your college's website for the document verification date and time, and report for verification by the deadline. Missing the deadline will result in automatic cancellation of your seat. If your name does not appear, contact CENTAC and monitor the website for announcements about further rounds. Your admission journey is not over until you have completed joining formalities at your allotted college.