Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, the authority managing NEET UG counselling for Punjab, has released a vacancy notice after the 4th round of online counselling for BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) courses. A total of 3 seats remain unfilled across three dental colleges in Punjab. This notice is critical for candidates who were not allotted a seat in the 4th round or who wish to upgrade to a better college or category — these vacancies will be filled in the 5th round of counselling. If you are eligible and your category/quota matches one of these openings, you may get a chance to secure admission.
Three BDS seats are vacant across Punjab colleges after the 4th counselling round: one Scheduled Caste seat at Adesh Bathinda, one Backward Classes seat at Baba Jaswant Singh Ludhiana, and one General seat at Desh Bhagat Mandi Gobindgarh.
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This is a vacancy announcement — it tells you which BDS seats remain empty after the 4th round of counselling and are now available for the 5th round. If you were not allotted a seat in round 4, or if you were allotted but want to try for a better college or category, this list shows your opportunities.
The notice does not announce a new round or new dates — it simply lists the vacant positions. The 5th round of counselling will follow the same process and timeline as previous rounds, which BFUHS will announce separately. Keep watching the official BFUHS admission portal (admission.bfuhsonline.ac.in) for the 5th round notification, which will include registration dates, choice-filling window, and allotment date.
The Three Vacant Seats: College, Category and Quota
Three BDS seats are available, each in a different college and category. The table below shows exactly where each vacancy is and who is eligible to apply for it. Note that two seats are in Management Quota (private colleges) and one is in Government Quota (government college).
| College Name | Location | Category | Quota Type | Vacant Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences & Research | Bathinda | Scheduled Caste (SC) | Management | 1 |
| Baba Jaswant Singh Dental College | Ludhiana | Backward Classes (BC) | Management | 1 |
| Desh Bhagat Dental College & Hospital | Mandi Gobindgarh | General | Government | 1 |
Who Can Apply for Each Seat: Category Eligibility
Each vacant seat is reserved for a specific category. You can apply for a seat only if your NEET UG 2026 registration shows that category. Category is determined by your domicile (state of residence) and social/economic status, and is verified through official certificates at the time of counselling.
**Scheduled Caste (SC) seat at Adesh Bathinda:** You must have a valid SC certificate issued by the competent authority in your state. This certificate must be in the prescribed format and issued on or after the date specified by the state (usually not more than a few years old). If you are SC and were not allotted in round 4, this is your opportunity.
**Backward Classes (BC) seat at Baba Jaswant Singh Ludhiana:** You must have a valid BC certificate. In Punjab, BC includes Other Backward Classes (OBC). The certificate must be current and recognized by the state.
**General seat at Desh Bhagat Mandi Gobindgarh:** This seat is open to all candidates — no category restriction. Any candidate with a valid NEET UG 2026 score can apply, regardless of caste or economic status. This is a government college seat, so it may have lower fees than management quota seats.
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Two of the three vacant seats are in Management Quota (Adesh Bathinda and Baba Jaswant Singh Ludhiana), and one is in Government Quota (Desh Bhagat Mandi Gobindgarh). This affects fees, seat allocation process, and sometimes the counselling portal used.
**Government Quota seats** are funded by the state and have regulated, lower fees (typically ₹5–10 lakh for the entire 4-year BDS course). Admission is through the state counselling portal (BFUHS in this case). The General seat at Desh Bhagat is a government seat.
**Management Quota seats** are filled by the college itself and have higher, unregulated fees (typically ₹15–30 lakh or more for the entire course). However, they are still part of the state counselling process in Punjab. The two SC and BC seats at Adesh and Baba Jaswant Singh are management quota seats, meaning the colleges have some autonomy in fee-setting, but admission is still through BFUHS counselling.
How the 5th Round Will Work: What to Expect
The 5th round of counselling will follow the same process as rounds 1–4. Although this notice does not announce the 5th round dates, the typical sequence is: (1) registration window opens, (2) candidates fill choices (colleges and courses they wish to apply for), (3) BFUHS runs the allotment algorithm, (4) results are declared, (5) candidates report to their allotted college.
To participate in the 5th round, you must have registered for NEET UG 2026 counselling with BFUHS. If you registered in an earlier round but were not allotted, you are already in the system and can participate in round 5 without re-registering. If you are a fresh candidate or did not register before, you will need to register when the 5th round registration window opens.
**Important:** Watch the BFUHS admission portal (admission.bfuhsonline.ac.in) daily from now until the 5th round is announced. The university typically gives 2–5 days' notice before opening a new round. Missing the registration or choice-filling deadline will disqualify you from that round.
What Documents You Will Need for the 5th Round
If you are allotted a seat in the 5th round, you will need to report to the college with original documents for verification. Although this notice does not list documents, the standard documents required for BDS admission in Punjab are:
Keep all these documents ready and in good condition. Bring both originals and photocopies to the college on the reporting date. If any document is missing or invalid, your admission may be cancelled.
- NEET UG 2026 admit card and score card
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates
- Aadhar card or passport (identity proof)
- Category certificate (SC/BC/OBC/ST if applicable) — must be issued by the competent authority
- Domicile certificate (proof of residence in Punjab, if required)
- Medical fitness certificate (from a registered doctor)
- Character certificate (from school or college)
- Migration certificate (if you studied outside Punjab in Class 12)
Important Trap: Category Certificate Must Be Valid
⚠️ **This is a common reason for rejection:** If you are applying for the SC or BC seat, your category certificate MUST be valid and issued by the competent authority. An expired, incorrectly formatted, or self-attested certificate will be rejected, and you will lose your seat.
Check your SC/BC certificate now. It should show: (1) your full name, (2) the date of issue, (3) the issuing authority's name and seal, (4) the validity period (if any). If it is more than 5–7 years old or shows no validity date, contact your district administration to renew it before the 5th round. Do not wait until the reporting date — get this done immediately.
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If you do not have a valid category certificate, you cannot claim the SC or BC seat, even if you believe you are eligible. You would have to apply for the General seat instead (if available and if you meet the cutoff).
Cutoff Scores: Will These Seats Have a Cutoff?
This notice does not mention cutoff scores. However, in Punjab BDS counselling, each seat has a cutoff — the minimum NEET UG score required to be eligible for that seat. The cutoff varies by college, category, and quota, and is determined by the number of candidates and their scores.
The cutoff for these three seats in the 5th round will depend on how many candidates apply for them and what their scores are. Typically, cutoffs are lower in later rounds (5th round cutoff is lower than 4th round cutoff) because fewer candidates remain in the pool.
To check if you are eligible for any of these seats, compare your NEET UG 2026 score with the cutoff announced for round 4 (which BFUHS will have published). If your score is above the round 4 cutoff for a seat, you have a reasonable chance in round 5. If it is below, you may still get the seat if the round 5 cutoff drops, but there is no guarantee.
What If You Were Allotted in Round 4 but Want to Upgrade?
If you were allotted a BDS seat in round 4 and have already reported to your college, you **cannot** participate in the 5th round. Once you report and join a college, your admission is locked, and you cannot apply for another seat.
However, if you were allotted in round 4 but have **not yet reported** to your college, you may have the option to participate in the 5th round. Check the BFUHS admission portal or contact the university directly to confirm whether you can withdraw from round 4 and participate in round 5. Some states allow this; others do not. Do not assume — ask BFUHS before the 5th round registration opens.
What If You Were Not Allotted in Round 4?
If you registered for round 4 but were not allotted a seat, you are automatically eligible to participate in the 5th round. You do not need to re-register. When the 5th round registration window opens, log in to the BFUHS portal with your credentials, fill your choices (including these three vacant seats if you are eligible), and submit.
Your chances in round 5 depend on your NEET UG score and the category/quota you are eligible for. If your score is above the expected cutoff for any of these three seats, you have a fair chance. If it is borderline, you may or may not get a seat — it depends on how many other candidates apply and their scores.
How to Stay Updated on the 5th Round
This notice announces vacancies but does not announce the 5th round dates. BFUHS will release a separate notification when the 5th round is about to begin. To ensure you do not miss it:
Check the official BFUHS admission portal (admission.bfuhsonline.ac.in) every day. The university typically posts round notifications 2–5 days before the registration window opens. Subscribe to email alerts if the portal offers them. Follow the BFUHS social media accounts or contact the admission office directly if you have questions. Do not rely on third-party websites or rumors — always verify dates and procedures on the official portal.
- Visit admission.bfuhsonline.ac.in daily
- Check for a new notification titled '5th Round' or 'Vacancy Round'
- Note the registration start and end dates
- Note the choice-filling window
- Note the allotment date
- Mark these dates on your calendar and set phone reminders
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What does this vacancy notice mean? Is a new round starting?
This notice lists the BDS seats that remain empty after the 4th round of counselling. It does not announce a new round — it simply shows which seats are available. The 5th round will be announced separately by BFUHS with its own dates and procedures. This notice is a heads-up so you know which colleges and categories have openings.
I was not allotted in round 4. Can I apply for these seats in round 5?
Yes, if you registered for round 4, you are automatically eligible to participate in round 5. You do not need to re-register. When the 5th round registration opens, log in to the BFUHS portal and fill your choices. If your NEET UG score meets the cutoff for any of these three seats and your category matches, you may be allotted.
I have an SC certificate, but it is 8 years old. Can I use it for the SC seat at Adesh Bathinda?
Probably not. SC certificates typically have a validity period of 5–7 years. An 8-year-old certificate is likely expired and will be rejected during document verification. Contact your district administration immediately to renew it. Do not wait until the reporting date — get a fresh certificate now, before the 5th round.
What is the difference between the Management Quota seats and the Government Quota seat?
The Government Quota seat (at Desh Bhagat) has lower, regulated fees (typically ₹5–10 lakh for 4 years) and is funded by the state. The Management Quota seats (at Adesh and Baba Jaswant Singh) have higher, unregulated fees (typically ₹15–30 lakh or more) and are run by the college. All three are allocated through BFUHS counselling, but fees and college autonomy differ.
I was allotted a seat in round 4 and have already reported to my college. Can I apply for one of these seats in round 5?
No. Once you report to a college and join, your admission is locked. You cannot participate in further rounds. If you have not yet reported, contact BFUHS to ask if you can withdraw and participate in round 5 — but this is not guaranteed and depends on the state's rules.
When will the 5th round start? What are the dates?
This notice does not announce the 5th round dates. BFUHS will release a separate notification when round 5 is about to begin, typically 2–5 days before registration opens. Check the official portal (admission.bfuhsonline.ac.in) daily for the announcement. Do not rely on rumors or third-party websites.
My NEET UG score is 350. Can I get one of these BDS seats?
It depends on the cutoff for each seat in the 5th round. This notice does not mention cutoffs. Check the round 4 cutoffs published by BFUHS — if your score is above the round 4 cutoff for a seat you are eligible for, you have a reasonable chance in round 5. If it is below, you may still get a seat if the round 5 cutoff drops, but there is no guarantee.
I am BC (Backward Classes). Can I apply for the SC seat at Adesh?
No. The SC seat is reserved for Scheduled Caste candidates only. You can apply for the BC seat at Baba Jaswant Singh Ludhiana if you have a valid BC certificate. You can also apply for the General seat at Desh Bhagat, but you will compete with all other candidates.
What documents do I need if I am allotted a seat in round 5?
You will need your NEET UG admit card and score card, Class 10 and 12 certificates, Aadhar card, category certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, medical fitness certificate, character certificate, and migration certificate (if applicable). Bring originals and photocopies to the college on the reporting date. Missing or invalid documents can result in cancellation of admission.
Is the General seat at Desh Bhagat open to all candidates, or only to certain categories?
The General seat is open to all candidates — no category restriction. Any candidate with a valid NEET UG 2026 score can apply, regardless of caste or economic status. However, you must meet the cutoff score for that seat.
The 5th round of BDS counselling in Punjab will fill these three vacant seats. If you are eligible for any of them (based on your NEET UG score, category, and quota), prepare your documents now and watch the BFUHS admission portal (admission.bfuhsonline.ac.in) daily for the 5th round notification. If you have an SC or BC certificate, verify it is valid and not expired — renew it immediately if needed. Do not miss the registration or choice-filling deadline when round 5 opens.
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