Punjab NEET UG 2026 MBBS/BDS Vacancies After 3rd Round

Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot — Punjab's NEET UG counselling authority — has released the official list of vacant MBBS and BDS seats after the 3rd round of online counselling for the 2026-27 academic session. A total of 46 seats remain unfilled across 28 colleges in Punjab: 8 MBBS seats and 38 BDS seats. These vacancies will be filled in the 4th round of counselling. If you did not get a seat in rounds 1–3, or if you want to upgrade to a better college or course, this is your opportunity to participate in the 4th round. The notice lists every vacant seat by college, course, category, and quota type — so you can see exactly where you may be eligible to apply.

What This Notice Means for You

This is a vacancy announcement — not a merit list or allotment. It tells you which seats remain empty after the 3rd round of counselling. If you are eligible for any of these seats (based on your NEET rank, category, and quota), you will be able to apply in the 4th round of counselling.

The 46 vacant seats are spread across 28 colleges in Punjab. Some colleges have multiple vacancies in different categories or quotas. For example, Desh Bhagat Dental College has 13 vacant BDS seats in the Scheduled Caste Management Quota alone. This means if you belong to that category and quota, and your rank is within the cutoff for that seat, you have a real chance of admission.

The notice was issued on 15 October 2026, immediately after the 3rd round allotment. The 4th round will follow shortly. You must act quickly: register for the 4th round, fill your choices carefully, and lock your preferences before the deadline.

MBBS Vacancies: 8 Seats Across 5 Colleges

Only 8 MBBS seats remain vacant after round 3 — far fewer than BDS. This reflects the high demand for MBBS and the fact that most seats have already been filled. The vacancies are concentrated in specific categories and quotas, not general merit.

Here is the complete list of vacant MBBS seats:

• Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Bathinda: 2 seats (Scheduled Caste, Government Quota) + 1 seat (Scheduled Caste, Management Quota)
• Christian Medical College, Ludhiana: 1 seat (2E category, Minority Quota)
• Guru Gobind Singh Medical College, Faridkot: 1 seat (NRI, Government Quota)
• Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences, Jalandhar: 1 seat (Handicapped, Government Quota)
• RIMT Medical College and Hospital, Mandi Gobindgarh: 1 seat (Migrants from Jammu & Kashmir due to terrorist violence, Management Quota)
• Sri Guru Ram Das Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Amritsar: 1 seat (Handicapped, Government Quota) + 1 seat (Wards of Armed Forces Personnel — Defence Priority I, Government Quota)

BDS Vacancies: 38 Seats Across 23 Colleges

BDS has significantly more vacancies than MBBS — 38 seats across 23 colleges. This is typical: BDS seats are less competitive than MBBS, and more candidates drop out or do not fill their choices in earlier rounds. If you are interested in dentistry, this round offers more opportunities.

The largest concentrations of BDS vacancies are in the Scheduled Caste Management Quota and PWD (Persons with Disability) Management Quota. For example, Desh Bhagat Dental College has 13 vacant SC Management seats and 3 vacant PWD Management seats. RIMT Dental College has 13 vacant SC Management seats and 3 vacant PWD Management seats. These high numbers suggest that candidates in these categories did not fill these seats in earlier rounds, creating a second chance for eligible candidates.

BDS vacancies span multiple categories: Scheduled Caste (Government and Management quotas), Backward Classes, PWD, NRI, Migrants from Jammu & Kashmir, Wards of Punjab Police/Armed Forces, and Children/Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters. Check the full table below to find seats matching your category and quota.

Understanding Quotas and Categories

Each vacant seat is tagged with a category (e.g., Scheduled Caste, NRI, Handicapped) and a quota type (Government Quota or Management Quota). You can only apply for a seat if you belong to that category AND your quota matches. For example, if you are Scheduled Caste but do not have a valid SC certificate, you cannot apply for an SC seat. Similarly, if you are NRI but the seat is in the Government Quota (which is for Indian nationals), you cannot apply.

Government Quota seats are filled by the state counselling authority (BFUHS) and are typically cheaper. Management Quota seats are filled by the college directly and usually cost more. Some seats are reserved for special categories like Handicapped (PWD), Migrants from Jammu & Kashmir, Wards of Armed Forces, and Children of Freedom Fighters. These require specific proof documents.

Minority Quota seats (like the one at Christian Medical College, Ludhiana) are reserved for students of minority religions and require a minority certificate. NRI seats are for Non-Resident Indians and require proof of NRI status. If you are unsure whether you qualify for a category, contact BFUHS or the college directly before registering for round 4.

• Government Quota: Filled by state counselling; typically lower fees; open to Indian nationals in the specified category
• Management Quota: Filled by the college; typically higher fees; may have different eligibility rules
• Scheduled Caste (SC): Requires valid SC certificate issued by competent authority
• Backward Classes (BC): Requires valid BC certificate
• PWD (Persons with Disability): Requires disability certificate and proof of disability percentage
• NRI: Requires proof of NRI status (passport, visa, or other official document)
• Minority: Requires minority certificate (for Christian, Muslim, Sikh, Buddhist, Zoroastrian, or Jain students)
• Migrants from J&K: Requires proof of migration due to terrorist violence
• Wards of Armed Forces / Police / Freedom Fighters: Requires proof of parent's service or death in action

How to Check If You Are Eligible for a Vacant Seat

To apply for a vacant seat in round 4, you must meet three conditions: (1) your NEET UG 2026 rank must be within the cutoff for that seat (which BFUHS will announce when round 4 begins), (2) you must belong to the category listed (e.g., SC, BC, NRI), and (3) you must have the required proof documents (category certificate, disability certificate, etc.).

Start by identifying which seats match your category and quota. For example, if you are SC and want MBBS, you have 3 options: 2 seats at Adesh Institute (Government Quota) and 1 seat at Adesh Institute (Management Quota). If you are PWD and want BDS, you have multiple options across several colleges in both Government and Management quotas.

Next, check the cutoff rank for each seat. BFUHS will publish cutoff ranks for round 4 on its official website (admission.bfuhsonline.ac.in) a few days before registration opens. Compare your NEET rank to the cutoff. If your rank is better (lower number) than the cutoff, you are eligible. If your rank is worse (higher number), you will not be allotted that seat.

Finally, ensure you have all required documents ready: NEET admit card, category certificate (if applicable), disability certificate (if PWD), NRI proof (if NRI), minority certificate (if applicable), and any other proof required by the college. Missing even one document can lead to rejection of your application.

What Happens in Round 4: Timeline and Process

Round 4 is the final round of counselling for the 2026-27 session. BFUHS will announce the exact dates for round 4 registration, choice filling, and allotment very soon — likely within the next few days. You must register on the official BFUHS portal (admission.bfuhsonline.ac.in) during the registration window.

The typical process is: (1) Registration opens — you log in with your NEET roll number and password, verify your details, and pay the registration fee (usually ₹1,000–₹2,000). (2) Choice filling — you select the colleges and seats you wish to apply for, in order of preference. You can choose multiple seats, but rank them carefully: the system will allot you the highest-ranked seat for which you are eligible. (3) Allotment — BFUHS runs the algorithm and publishes the allotment list. (4) Reporting — you report to your allotted college, submit documents, and complete admission formalities.

Important: Round 4 is the last round. If you do not get a seat in round 4, you will not be admitted to any college in Punjab for MBBS/BDS in 2026-27. Therefore, participate actively, fill your choices carefully, and do not miss any deadline.

• Watch the BFUHS website (admission.bfuhsonline.ac.in) for round 4 announcement
• Register during the specified window; do not miss the deadline
• Pay the registration fee (amount to be announced)
• Fill your choices in order of preference; rank them carefully
• Submit your choices before the deadline
• Check the allotment list on the announced date
• Report to your allotted college within the specified time; bring all original documents

Key Traps: What Can Get Your Application Rejected

Many candidates lose their seats in round 4 because of preventable mistakes. Here are the most common traps:

**Wrong or missing category certificate:** If you claim to be SC but do not have a valid SC certificate, or if your certificate is issued by an incompetent authority (not a District Magistrate or equivalent), your application will be rejected. The same applies to BC, minority, and disability certificates. Ensure your certificate is issued by the correct authority and is still valid (not expired).

**Applying for a quota you do not qualify for:** If you are an Indian national, you cannot apply for NRI seats. If you are not PWD, you cannot apply for PWD seats. If you are not a migrant from J&K, you cannot apply for J&K migrant seats. The system will reject your application if there is a mismatch.

**Missing documents at the time of reporting:** Even if you are allotted a seat, you must report to the college with all original documents (NEET admit card, category certificate, disability certificate, etc.). If you do not bring the required documents, the college will not admit you, and your seat will be cancelled.

**Rank below the cutoff:** If your NEET rank is worse than the cutoff for a seat, you will not be allotted that seat, no matter how many times you apply. Check the cutoff carefully before filling your choices.

**Missing the registration or choice-filling deadline:** If you do not register or fill your choices by the deadline, you will not be considered for round 4. There are no extensions. Mark the dates on your calendar and set reminders.

• Category certificate must be issued by a competent authority (District Magistrate, Tehsildar, or equivalent) and must be valid
• Disability certificate must show the percentage of disability and be issued by a medical board
• NRI proof must be valid (passport, visa, or official document showing NRI status)
• Minority certificate must clearly state your religion
• All documents must be originals; photocopies alone will not be accepted
• Do not apply for a quota or category you do not qualify for — the system will reject your application
• Do not miss registration or choice-filling deadlines — there are no extensions

Colleges with the Most Vacancies: Your Best Chances

If you are looking for the highest probability of getting a seat, focus on colleges with the most vacancies. Desh Bhagat Dental College and RIMT Dental College each have 16 vacant BDS seats (13 SC Management + 3 PWD Management). If you are SC or PWD, these colleges offer the best chances.

Other colleges with significant vacancies include Adesh Institute of Dental Sciences (2 SC Management seats), Rayat-Bahra Dental College (2 SC Management seats), and Government Dental College, Patiala (2 PWD Government seats). These colleges are spread across Punjab, so you have geographic flexibility.

For MBBS, vacancies are much fewer and more scattered. Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences has 3 MBBS vacancies (2 SC Government + 1 SC Management), making it the college with the most MBBS openings. If you are SC, this is your best bet for MBBS in round 4.

• Desh Bhagat Dental College, Mandi Gobindgarh: 16 BDS vacancies (13 SC Management + 3 PWD Management)
• RIMT Dental College, Mandi Gobindgarh: 16 BDS vacancies (13 SC Management + 3 PWD Management)
• Adesh Institute of Medical Sciences, Bathinda: 3 MBBS vacancies (2 SC Government + 1 SC Management)
• Adesh Institute of Dental Sciences, Bathinda: 2 BDS vacancies (SC Management)
• Rayat-Bahra Dental College, Mohali: 2 BDS vacancies (SC Management)
• Government Dental College, Patiala: 2 BDS vacancies (PWD Government)

Government Quota vs. Management Quota: Which Should You Choose?

Government Quota seats are cheaper and are filled by the state counselling authority based on merit (NEET rank). Management Quota seats are more expensive and are filled by the college, often with more flexibility in eligibility criteria. In round 4, you have both options available.

If you are eligible for both Government and Management quota seats at the same college, prioritize the Government Quota seat in your choice list. It is cheaper and equally prestigious. However, if your rank is not within the cutoff for the Government Quota seat, the Management Quota seat is your fallback option.

Be aware that Management Quota seats often have higher fees (sometimes ₹10–₹20 lakhs for the entire course, compared to ₹2–₹5 lakhs for Government Quota). Ensure you can afford the fees before applying. Some colleges may also have additional eligibility criteria for Management Quota seats — check with the college before registering.

• Government Quota: Cheaper, merit-based, filled by state counselling
• Management Quota: More expensive, filled by college, may have additional criteria
• If eligible for both, rank Government Quota higher in your choice list
• Check the fee structure of the college before applying for Management Quota
• Some colleges may require additional documents or interviews for Management Quota — verify with the college

Special Categories: Handicapped, NRI, Migrants, Armed Forces, and Freedom Fighters

Several vacant seats are reserved for special categories. If you belong to one of these categories, you have dedicated seats available in round 4.

**Handicapped (PWD):** 8 BDS seats and 2 MBBS seats are reserved for PWD candidates. To apply, you must have a valid disability certificate issued by a medical board, showing the percentage of disability. Most colleges require at least 40% disability. If you are PWD, you have good chances in round 4, especially for BDS.

**NRI (Non-Resident Indian):** 2 seats are available for NRI candidates (1 MBBS at Guru Gobind Singh Medical College, Faridkot; 1 BDS at Dasmesh Institute, Faridkot). To apply, you must have valid NRI proof (passport, visa, or official document). NRI seats are typically more expensive.

**Migrants from Jammu & Kashmir:** 4 seats are available for candidates who migrated from J&K due to terrorist violence (1 MBBS at RIMT Medical College; 3 BDS at Dasmesh Institute, Genesis Institute, and RIMT Dental College). To apply, you must have proof of migration issued by the competent authority.

**Wards of Armed Forces Personnel (Defence):** 1 MBBS seat is available at Sri Guru Ram Das Institute, Amritsar, for widows/wards of defence personnel. To apply, you must have proof of your parent's service or death in action.

**Children/Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters:** 1 BDS seat is available at RIMT Dental College for children or grandchildren of freedom fighters. To apply, you must have proof of your ancestor's freedom fighter status.

• PWD: 8 BDS + 2 MBBS seats; requires disability certificate (usually ≥40% disability)
• NRI: 2 seats (1 MBBS + 1 BDS); requires valid NRI proof
• Migrants from J&K: 4 seats (1 MBBS + 3 BDS); requires migration proof
• Wards of Armed Forces: 1 MBBS seat; requires proof of parent's service/death
• Children of Freedom Fighters: 1 BDS seat; requires proof of ancestor's status

What to Do Right Now: Action Steps

Do not wait. Round 4 will begin very soon, and you must be prepared. Here are the exact steps to take today:

**Step 1: Identify your eligible seats.** Go through the vacancy list above and identify all seats matching your category and quota. Write them down. If you are unsure whether you qualify for a category, contact BFUHS (phone: 01639-250555 or email: admission@bfuhsonline.ac.in) or visit the college directly.

**Step 2: Gather your documents.** Collect all required documents: NEET admit card, category certificate (if applicable), disability certificate (if PWD), NRI proof (if applicable), minority certificate (if applicable), and any other proof required. Ensure all documents are originals and valid. If any document is missing or expired, apply for a new one immediately.

**Step 3: Check the BFUHS website daily.** Visit admission.bfuhsonline.ac.in every day to watch for the round 4 announcement. It will include the registration window, choice-filling window, and allotment date. Mark these dates on your calendar.

**Step 4: Register on time.** When round 4 registration opens, log in to the portal immediately with your NEET roll number and password. Verify your details, pay the registration fee, and complete registration. Do not delay — registration windows are usually only 2–3 days.

**Step 5: Fill your choices carefully.** Once registration is complete, you will be able to fill your choices. Rank the seats in order of your preference. Put your most preferred seat first, then your second choice, and so on. The system will allot you the highest-ranked seat for which you are eligible.

**Step 6: Submit and wait for allotment.** Submit your choices before the deadline. Then wait for the allotment list to be published. Check the list on the announced date.

**Step 7: Report to your college.** If you are allotted a seat, report to the college within the specified time with all original documents. Complete the admission formalities and secure your seat.

Frequently asked questions

Round 4 is your final opportunity to secure a seat in a Punjab MBBS or BDS college for 2026-27. Check the vacancy list above, identify seats matching your category and quota, gather all required documents, and watch the BFUHS website (admission.bfuhsonline.ac.in) for the round 4 announcement. When registration opens, act immediately — do not delay. Fill your choices carefully, submit before the deadline, and report to your allotted college with all original documents. If you have questions, contact BFUHS at 01639-250555 or email admission@bfuhsonline.ac.in.