Punjab NEET UG 2026: Round-1 Seat Surrender Deadline 15 Sept

Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, has opened a seat surrender window for a specific group of Punjab NEET UG 2026 candidates. If you joined a seat in Round-1 of counselling but were not upgraded to Round-2 (because your rank did not improve enough to move to a better college), you now have the option to surrender that Round-1 seat. This is a one-time opportunity with a tight deadline: you must physically report to your joined college and submit a written surrender request by 6:00 PM on 15 September 2026. The key benefit is that you can surrender without losing your security deposit—but only if you meet the deadline.

Who Can Surrender Their Seat?

This seat surrender facility is only for candidates who meet ALL of the following conditions:

You must have participated in Round-1 of NEET UG Counselling 2026 for Punjab. You must have joined (reported and accepted) the seat that was allotted to you in Round-1. Your seat must have been retained in Round-2 due to non-upgradation—meaning your rank did not improve enough to qualify for a better seat in Round-2, so you were kept in your Round-1 seat. You must now wish to surrender that Round-1 seat.

If you were upgraded to a better seat in Round-2, this notice does not apply to you. If you did not join your Round-1 seat at all, you cannot use this facility. If you are in any other counselling round or state, check your own state's rules.

• Participated in Round-1 of Punjab NEET UG 2026 counselling
• Joined (physically reported to) your Round-1 allotted seat
• Your seat was retained in Round-2 due to non-upgradation (not upgraded to a better college)
• You now wish to surrender that Round-1 seat

What Does 'Non-Upgradation' Mean?

Non-upgradation means that in Round-2 of counselling, your rank did not improve enough to qualify for a seat at a college higher in the merit order than the one you joined in Round-1. In other words, the system did not move you to a better college, so your Round-1 seat was retained for you in Round-2.

This is different from being upgraded: if you had been upgraded, you would have been allotted a better seat in Round-2 and would not be eligible for this surrender facility. The surrender window is specifically for candidates who are 'stuck' in their Round-1 seat and want to exit without penalty.

The Surrender Deadline: 15 September 2026, 6:00 PM

You must surrender your seat by physically reporting to your joined college and submitting a written request to the Principal. The absolute deadline is 6:00 PM (18:00 hours) on 15 September 2026. This is a hard cutoff—any surrender request submitted after this time will be treated differently and may result in forfeiture of your security deposit.

Do not delay. The deadline is less than 24 hours from the notice date. If you are in a different city or state, you must arrange to reach your college in time. If you cannot physically reach the college by the deadline, you will lose the benefit of this facility.

• Deadline: 15 September 2026 at 6:00 PM
• You must report in person (physically) to your joined college
• No online or remote surrender is mentioned—you must go to the college
• Any surrender after 6:00 PM on 15 Sept may result in security deposit forfeiture

How to Surrender Your Seat: Step-by-Step Process

The process is simple but must be done in person. First, physically go to the college where you joined your Round-1 seat. Second, meet the Principal or the designated admission officer at the college. Third, submit a written request for seat surrender. The written request should clearly state that you wish to surrender your Round-1 allotted seat. You do not need to provide a reason, but it is good practice to keep a copy of your request for your records.

The college will then process your surrender request. Once the college receives and processes your written request, your seat surrender is complete. The college will inform you of the status and may provide a receipt or acknowledgment. Keep this acknowledgment as proof that you surrendered your seat on time.

• Go physically to your joined college
• Meet the Principal or admission officer
• Submit a written request for seat surrender
• Keep a copy of your request and any acknowledgment from the college
• The college will process the surrender

Security Deposit: You Will NOT Lose It (If You Meet the Deadline)

One of the key benefits of this surrender facility is that you can surrender your seat without forfeiture of the Security Deposit—but ONLY if you surrender by 6:00 PM on 15 September 2026. The security deposit is the amount you paid when you joined your Round-1 seat. If you surrender on time, this money will be returned to you.

However, if you submit your surrender request after 6:00 PM on 15 September 2026, the applicable counselling rules will apply, and you may lose your security deposit. This is a significant financial penalty, so do not miss the deadline.

• Surrender by 6:00 PM on 15 Sept = security deposit is NOT forfeited (you get it back)
• Surrender after 6:00 PM on 15 Sept = security deposit may be forfeited (you lose it)

CRITICAL: Surrender Is Permanent and Irreversible

This is the most important warning in the notice. Once you submit your written seat surrender request at the college, you CANNOT take it back. The notice explicitly states: 'Once the seat surrender request is submitted at the joined college, shall not be reversible.' This means that if you change your mind after submitting the request, even by a few minutes, you cannot undo it.

Before you go to the college to surrender, think very carefully about your decision. Ask yourself: Do I really want to give up this seat? What will I do after I surrender? Will I participate in Round-2 or later rounds? Do I have a better option? Once you hand over that written request to the Principal, your Round-1 seat is gone forever. There is no appeal, no reversal, no second chance.

• Surrender is IRREVERSIBLE—you cannot take it back once submitted
• Think carefully before going to the college
• Do not surrender on impulse or without a clear plan for what comes next

What Happens After You Surrender?

The notice does not explicitly state what happens to your seat after you surrender it or whether you can participate in future rounds of counselling. However, based on standard counselling practice, once you surrender your Round-1 seat, that seat becomes available for other candidates. You will likely be able to participate in Round-3 or any subsequent rounds of counselling, depending on the state's counselling schedule and your eligibility.

Before you surrender, check with your college or the BFUHS admission office to confirm: (1) whether you will be eligible for future rounds, (2) what the schedule for Round-3 or later rounds is, and (3) whether there are any other consequences of surrendering. Do not assume—ask the college directly.

• Your surrendered seat will likely be available for other candidates
• You may be eligible for future rounds of counselling (Round-3, etc.)
• Confirm the future counselling schedule with your college before surrendering
• Ask the college about any other consequences of surrender

Why Would You Want to Surrender?

The notice does not explain the reason for this facility, but here are common scenarios: You joined a college in Round-1 but now realize it is not a good fit (location, course, college reputation, etc.). You want to try for a better college in a future round of counselling. You have received an offer from another state's counselling and want to pursue that instead. You have personal or family circumstances that make it difficult to join this particular college.

However, surrendering is risky. If you surrender and then do not get a seat in future rounds, you will have lost your Round-1 seat for nothing. Only surrender if you have a clear alternative plan.

• You want to try for a better college in a future round
• The college location or course is not suitable for you
• You have a better opportunity in another state's counselling
• Personal or family circumstances prevent you from joining this college

Important Traps and Mistakes to Avoid

Trap 1: Missing the deadline. The deadline is 6:00 PM on 15 September 2026. If you arrive at the college at 6:01 PM, you will be too late. Your security deposit may be forfeited. Plan to arrive well before 6:00 PM—aim for at least 1–2 hours early to account for travel delays.

Trap 2: Not going in person. The notice says you must 'physically report' to the college. Do not try to send someone else, do not try to email a request, do not try to call. You must go yourself. If you cannot go, you cannot surrender.

Trap 3: Not submitting a written request. The notice says you must submit a 'written request' to the Principal. Do not just tell the Principal verbally. Write it down, sign it, and hand it over. Keep a copy.

Trap 4: Surrendering without a backup plan. If you surrender and then do not get a seat in future rounds, you will have no seat at all. Only surrender if you are confident about your next steps.

Trap 5: Assuming you can reverse the decision. You cannot. Once submitted, it is final.

• Do not miss the 6:00 PM deadline on 15 September
• You must go to the college in person—no remote or proxy surrender
• Submit a written request, not just a verbal one
• Have a clear plan for what you will do after surrendering
• Do not assume you can reverse the decision—you cannot

Who to Contact for Questions

If you have questions about this facility, contact your joined college's admission office directly. They can confirm whether you are eligible, explain the process, and answer any specific questions about your situation. You can also contact the BFUHS Admission Branch at Faridkot, though the notice does not provide a phone number or email.

Do not wait until the last minute to ask questions. Contact the college as soon as possible so you have time to make an informed decision.

• Contact your joined college's admission office
• Ask them to confirm your eligibility for this surrender facility
• Ask about the future counselling schedule and your options
• Do not wait until the last day to ask questions

Frequently asked questions

If you are a Round-1 candidate in Punjab NEET UG 2026 whose seat was retained in Round-2 due to non-upgradation and you wish to surrender, act immediately. You must physically go to your joined college and submit a written surrender request to the Principal by 6:00 PM on 15 September 2026. Remember: surrender is permanent and irreversible, and you will lose your security deposit if you miss the deadline. Before you surrender, contact your college to confirm your eligibility, understand the future counselling schedule, and have a clear plan for your next steps. Do not surrender on impulse.