The Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot — Punjab's NEET UG counselling authority — has opened the online choice-filling portal for the 5th round (special stray round) of MBBS/BDS counselling for the 2026–27 academic session. This is a critical update: new BDS seats have been added at NDC Dera Bassi, expanding the colleges available for allocation. If you have qualified for NEET UG 2026 and have not yet been allotted a seat, or if you wish to change your college or course preference, this round is your opportunity. The choice-filling portal is now live, and you must submit your preferences within the deadline to be considered for allotment.
The 5th round (stray round) BDS choice-filling portal opened on 7 November 2026; new BDS seats are available at NDC Dera Bassi — submit your choices immediately on the BFUHS portal.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is the 5th Round (Stray Round) of MBBS/BDS Counselling?
The 5th round is a special stray round of online counselling for MBBS and BDS courses in Punjab. A stray round is held after the main counselling rounds are complete, to fill any remaining vacant seats. This round is open to all NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates who have not yet been allotted a seat, or who wish to change their current allocation to a different college or course.
The stray round is your last chance to secure admission in the 2026–27 session. Seats that remain unfilled after the main rounds are made available here. The addition of new BDS seats at NDC Dera Bassi means more colleges and more opportunities are now on the table.
New BDS Seats Added: NDC Dera Bassi
An important update: BDS seats have been newly added at NDC (National Dental College) Dera Bassi for this 5th round. This means if you are interested in BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), you now have an additional college to choose from. NDC Dera Bassi is a recognized dental college in Punjab, and these newly added seats are being offered for the first time in this round.
If you have a BDS preference or are open to dentistry, make sure to include NDC Dera Bassi in your choice list. The availability of new seats can improve your chances of allotment, especially if your NEET rank falls within the expected cutoff for this college.
Who Can Apply in the 5th Round?
Any candidate who has qualified in NEET UG 2026 is eligible to participate in the 5th round choice-filling. This includes:
• Candidates who were not allotted a seat in rounds 1–4 • Candidates who were allotted a seat but wish to change their college or course preference • Candidates who surrendered their seat in an earlier round and wish to try again • Candidates who did not participate in earlier rounds but now wish to apply
- Candidates who were not allotted a seat in rounds 1–4
- Candidates who were allotted a seat but wish to change their college or course preference
- Candidates who surrendered their seat in an earlier round and wish to try again
- Candidates who did not participate in earlier rounds but now wish to apply
How to Fill Your Choices: Step-by-Step
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The choice-filling process is conducted entirely online through the BFUHS counselling portal. Here is what you need to do:
1. Visit the official BFUHS counselling portal at https://bfuhs.smartpad.in/Registration/Default.aspx 2. Log in using your NEET UG registration number and password 3. Navigate to the choice-filling section for the 5th round (BDS course) 4. Review the list of available colleges and seats 5. Select your preferred colleges in order of preference (rank them 1, 2, 3, etc.) 6. For each college, you may be able to choose your preferred course (MBBS or BDS) if both are available 7. Review your choices carefully before submitting 8. Click 'Submit' to finalize your choices 9. Take a screenshot or print confirmation of your submission for your records
Do not wait until the last moment to fill your choices. Portal congestion in the final hours can cause delays or errors. Fill your choices as soon as possible after the portal opens.
- Visit the official BFUHS counselling portal at https://bfuhs.smartpad.in/Registration/Default.aspx
- Log in using your NEET UG registration number and password
- Navigate to the choice-filling section for the 5th round (BDS course)
- Review the list of available colleges and seats
- Select your preferred colleges in order of preference (rank them 1, 2, 3, etc.)
- For each college, you may be able to choose your preferred course (MBBS or BDS) if both are available
- Review your choices carefully before submitting
- Click 'Submit' to finalize your choices
- Take a screenshot or print confirmation of your submission for your records
Important Dates for the 5th Round
The notice confirms that the online choice-filling portal for BDS (5th round) opened on 7 November 2026. However, the notice does not explicitly state the closing date or deadline for choice submission. This is a critical gap — you must check the BFUHS portal or contact the authority directly to confirm the exact deadline for submitting your choices.
Do not assume the deadline is several days away. Stray rounds often have tight timelines. Visit the portal immediately and check the schedule section for the full 5th round timeline, including the choice submission deadline, allotment date, and joining deadline.
- Choice-filling portal opened: 7 November 2026
- Choice submission deadline: Check the portal for exact date and time
- Allotment date: Check the portal schedule
- Joining deadline: Check the portal schedule
Documents You May Need
While the notice does not list specific documents required for the 5th round choice-filling itself, you will need to have the following ready before you log in, and you will definitely need them when you join a college after allotment:
• NEET UG 2026 admit card and score card • 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates • Caste/category certificate (if applicable — SC, ST, OBC, EWS) • Income certificate (if applicable for EWS category) • Domicile certificate (if applicable) • Medical fitness certificate (may be required at joining) • Character certificate from your school or college • Passport-size photographs (4–6 copies) • Aadhaar card or other government ID
- NEET UG 2026 admit card and score card
- 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates
- Caste/category certificate (if applicable — SC, ST, OBC, EWS)
- Income certificate (if applicable for EWS category)
- Domicile certificate (if applicable)
- Medical fitness certificate (may be required at joining)
- Character certificate from your school or college
- Passport-size photographs (4–6 copies)
- Aadhaar card or other government ID
What Happens After You Submit Your Choices?
After the choice-filling deadline closes, BFUHS will run an automated allotment algorithm. This algorithm matches your choices with available seats based on your NEET rank, category, and the preferences you submitted. Seats are allocated in order of merit (highest NEET score first) and in order of your stated preferences.
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Once allotment is complete, BFUHS will publish an allotment letter or result on the portal. You will be able to download your allotment letter, which will show the college and course you have been allotted. If you are allotted a seat, you must then report to the college and complete the joining formalities (fee payment, document verification, hostel registration, etc.) by the deadline specified in the allotment letter. Failure to join by the deadline will result in forfeiture of your seat.
Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected
To protect your seat, avoid these common errors:
• Not submitting your choices at all: If you do not fill and submit your choices, you will not be considered for allotment, even if you are eligible. • Submitting choices after the deadline: The portal will close at a specific date and time. Late submissions are not accepted. • Leaving your choice list blank or incomplete: Always rank at least 2–3 colleges in order of preference. A blank list means no allotment. • Not verifying your choices before submitting: Once submitted, you cannot edit your choices. Review carefully before clicking 'Submit'. • Forgetting your login credentials: Write down your registration number and password in a safe place. If you forget them, contact BFUHS support immediately. • Not checking the allotment result: After allotment, you must actively check the portal for your result. BFUHS may not send SMS or email notifications. • Missing the joining deadline: Even if you are allotted a seat, you must join the college by the specified date. Delays can result in cancellation of your allotment.
- Not submitting your choices at all: If you do not fill and submit your choices, you will not be considered for allotment, even if you are eligible.
- Submitting choices after the deadline: The portal will close at a specific date and time. Late submissions are not accepted.
- Leaving your choice list blank or incomplete: Always rank at least 2–3 colleges in order of preference. A blank list means no allotment.
- Not verifying your choices before submitting: Once submitted, you cannot edit your choices. Review carefully before clicking 'Submit'.
- Forgetting your login credentials: Write down your registration number and password in a safe place. If you forget them, contact BFUHS support immediately.
- Not checking the allotment result: After allotment, you must actively check the portal for your result. BFUHS may not send SMS or email notifications.
- Missing the joining deadline: Even if you are allotted a seat, you must join the college by the specified date. Delays can result in cancellation of your allotment.
Colleges and Seats Available in the 5th Round
The notice confirms that BDS seats are available in the 5th round, including the newly added seats at NDC Dera Bassi. However, the notice does not provide a complete list of all colleges, the number of seats at each college, or the expected cutoff ranks. This information is typically available on the BFUHS portal under the 'Schedule' or 'Seat Matrix' section.
Before filling your choices, visit the portal and download the seat matrix for the 5th round. This document will show you exactly which colleges are participating, how many MBBS and BDS seats are available at each, and which seats are reserved for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories. Use this information to make informed choices based on your NEET rank and category.
If You Face Technical Issues
The notice states: 'If you are facing any issue with portal then Please send mail to .....@gmail.com.' Unfortunately, the email address is incomplete in the notice. However, you should contact BFUHS support immediately if you encounter any technical problems with the portal, such as login errors, inability to submit choices, or portal crashes.
Do not wait if you face an issue. Contact BFUHS support as soon as possible, preferably with a screenshot of the error message. Keep a record of your communication with support in case you need to escalate the issue later.
Key Reminders for This Round
This is the 5th round — a stray round — which means it is likely one of the final opportunities to secure a seat for the 2026–27 session. After this round, if seats remain vacant, they may be filled through management quota or may remain unfilled. Do not miss this chance.
• Act immediately: The portal is open now. Do not delay. • Check the deadline: Confirm the exact closing date and time for choice submission on the portal. • Rank your colleges carefully: Think about your preferences and rank colleges in order of your genuine choice, not randomly. • Include NDC Dera Bassi if interested in BDS: The newly added seats here may have lower competition. • Prepare for joining: If allotted, be ready to join the college immediately. Have all documents ready. • Stay updated: Check the BFUHS portal regularly for allotment results and joining instructions.
- Act immediately: The portal is open now. Do not delay.
- Check the deadline: Confirm the exact closing date and time for choice submission on the portal.
- Rank your colleges carefully: Think about your preferences and rank colleges in order of your genuine choice, not randomly.
- Include NDC Dera Bassi if interested in BDS: The newly added seats here may have lower competition.
- Prepare for joining: If allotted, be ready to join the college immediately. Have all documents ready.
- Stay updated: Check the BFUHS portal regularly for allotment results and joining instructions.
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What is the 5th round of MBBS/BDS counselling in Punjab?
The 5th round is a special stray round held after the main counselling rounds are complete. It is open to all NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates who have not yet been allotted a seat, or who wish to change their current allocation. Seats that remain vacant after the main rounds are filled in this round.
When did the choice-filling portal open for the 5th round?
The online choice-filling portal for BDS (5th round) opened on 7 November 2026. The notice does not specify the closing date, so you must check the BFUHS portal immediately to confirm the deadline for submitting your choices.
What new seats are available in the 5th round?
BDS seats have been newly added at NDC (National Dental College) Dera Bassi for the 5th round. This is the first time these seats are being offered in this counselling cycle. If you are interested in BDS, you should include NDC Dera Bassi in your choice list.
Who is eligible to participate in the 5th round?
Any candidate who has qualified in NEET UG 2026 is eligible. This includes candidates who were not allotted in earlier rounds, candidates who wish to change their college or course preference, and candidates who did not participate in earlier rounds but now wish to apply.
How do I fill my choices for the 5th round?
Log in to the BFUHS counselling portal at https://bfuhs.smartpad.in/Registration/Default.aspx using your NEET UG registration number and password. Navigate to the choice-filling section for the 5th round, select your preferred colleges in order of preference, and submit your choices before the deadline. Take a screenshot of your confirmation.
What happens if I do not submit my choices by the deadline?
If you do not submit your choices by the deadline, you will not be considered for allotment in the 5th round, even if you are eligible. The portal will close at a specific date and time, and late submissions are not accepted. This is your last chance to secure a seat for 2026–27.
When will the allotment result be announced?
The notice does not specify the exact allotment date. You must check the BFUHS portal's schedule section for the 5th round to find the allotment date. After allotment, you will be able to download your allotment letter from the portal.
What documents do I need to join a college after allotment?
You will need your NEET admit card and score card, 10th and 12th certificates, caste/category certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, medical fitness certificate, character certificate, passport-size photographs, and Aadhaar card. Have all documents ready before the joining deadline.
What if I face technical issues with the portal?
The notice states to contact BFUHS support if you face portal issues, but the email address provided is incomplete. Contact BFUHS support immediately with a screenshot of the error. Do not wait — technical issues must be resolved quickly to avoid missing the deadline.
Can I change my choices after submitting them?
The notice does not explicitly state whether you can edit your choices after submission. Typically, once choices are submitted, they cannot be changed. Review your choices very carefully before clicking 'Submit' to avoid mistakes.
Is this the last round of counselling for 2026–27?
The notice does not explicitly state whether the 5th round is the final round. However, stray rounds are typically the last opportunity to secure a seat. After this round, any remaining vacant seats may be filled through management quota or may remain unfilled. Treat this as your final chance.
What is the cutoff rank for colleges in the 5th round?
The notice does not provide cutoff ranks for any college. Cutoff information is typically available on the BFUHS portal under the seat matrix or previous round results. Check the portal to see the expected cutoff for colleges you are interested in based on your NEET rank and category.
The 5th round choice-filling portal is now open as of 7 November 2026. Visit https://bfuhs.smartpad.in/Registration/Default.aspx immediately, log in with your NEET UG credentials, and submit your college preferences before the deadline (check the portal for the exact closing date and time). Do not delay — this is likely your final opportunity to secure a seat for the 2026–27 session. After submitting your choices, monitor the portal for the allotment result and be prepared to join your allotted college by the specified deadline.
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