Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, has issued a notice today removing three candidates from Punjab's Round 3 state counselling for MBBS/BDS. These candidates had already joined seats allotted to them through Round 3 of the All India Quota (AIQ) counselling run by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). Under Supreme Court directions, a candidate cannot hold two seats simultaneously — once you join a seat through AIQ, you are automatically excluded from state counselling in the same round. This notice lists the three candidates who have been weeded out and explains why. If you are participating in Punjab's Round 3 state counselling, you need to know this rule and check whether your name appears on the removal list.
Three candidates have been removed from Punjab Round 3 state counselling because they already joined AIQ seats — you cannot participate in both AIQ and state counselling in the same round.
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This is an administrative notice from BFUHS Faridkot announcing the removal of candidates from Punjab's Round 3 state counselling for MBBS and BDS courses. The removal is based on a Supreme Court direction and MCC instructions that prevent a candidate from holding two seats at the same time.
The notice identifies three specific candidates who have already joined seats allotted through Round 3 of the All India Quota (AIQ) counselling. Because they have joined AIQ seats, they are no longer eligible to participate in or receive a seat through Punjab's Round 3 state counselling. This is a compliance measure to ensure fair distribution of seats and prevent seat blocking.
Why are candidates being weeded out?
The Supreme Court of India has directed that a candidate cannot simultaneously hold seats allotted through two different counselling processes — the All India Quota (AIQ) and a state quota. Once a candidate joins a seat through AIQ counselling, they must withdraw from state counselling to free up that state seat for another eligible candidate.
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) issued formal directions on 10.10.2026 and 28.10.2025 instructing all state counselling authorities to weed out (remove) candidates who have already joined AIQ seats before processing the corresponding round of state counselling. BFUHS is implementing this direction for Punjab's Round 3 state counselling.
The three candidates who have been removed
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BFUHS has identified three candidates based on joining data provided by MCC. These candidates have already reported/joined seats allotted through Round 3 of AIQ counselling and are therefore ineligible for Round 3 of Punjab state counselling. Their names, NEET roll numbers, and registration numbers are listed below.
| Sr. No | NEET Roll No | Punjab State Regd. No | Name | Father's Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3903318160 | 555637 | YUVAL YADAV | SITA RAM YADAV |
| 2 | 2315112167 | 556150 | GEETU | HOSHIAR SINGH |
| 3 | 3801111027 | 556472 | SNEHA SHARMA | DAVINDER KUMAR |
What happens to these candidates now?
The three candidates listed above will not be processed for seat allotment in Punjab's Round 3 state counselling. Their candidature is completely excluded from this round. They cannot appeal or request reconsideration because they have already joined seats through AIQ, which is a valid and binding action.
Since these candidates have already joined AIQ seats, they are now committed to those seats and institutions. They should proceed with their admission formalities at the AIQ-allotted college. They cannot simultaneously hold or pursue a state quota seat.
What does this mean for other candidates in Round 3?
If you are a candidate participating in Punjab's Round 3 state counselling and your name does NOT appear on the weeding-out list above, you remain eligible for seat allotment in this round. The removal of these three candidates means three additional seats may become available for other eligible candidates in the state counselling process.
This notice is a routine compliance measure and does not affect the counselling schedule or process for other candidates. If you have not joined an AIQ seat, you can continue with your state counselling participation normally.
Important rule: You cannot hold two seats simultaneously
Under Supreme Court directions, once you join a seat allotted through AIQ counselling, you are automatically ineligible for state counselling in the same round. This rule exists to prevent seat blocking and ensure fair access for all candidates.
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If you have joined an AIQ seat in Round 3, do not attempt to participate in Punjab's Round 3 state counselling. Your candidature will be rejected or weeded out. Conversely, if you are participating in state counselling, you should not join an AIQ seat in the same round — choose one path and commit to it.
How to check if your name is on the removal list
The notice lists only three candidates. You can check the table above by matching your NEET roll number or Punjab state registration number. If your name and roll number do not appear in the table, you are not affected by this weeding-out action.
If you believe your name has been incorrectly included or if you have questions about your eligibility status, contact BFUHS Faridkot's Admission Branch immediately with your NEET roll number and registration number.
What is the difference between AIQ and state quota counselling?
All India Quota (AIQ) counselling is conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) at the national level. It allocates 15% of MBBS and BDS seats across India to candidates based on all-India merit. State quota counselling is conducted by individual state authorities (in this case, BFUHS for Punjab) and allocates the remaining 85% of seats to candidates within that state.
Both are legitimate counselling processes, but a candidate can only join one seat at a time. If you are allotted a seat through AIQ, you must join it and withdraw from state counselling. If you are allotted a state seat, you must join it and withdraw from AIQ. The rule prevents a candidate from blocking two seats simultaneously.
Key dates and references
This notice was issued on 10.10.2026 by BFUHS Faridkot. It references MCC directions dated 10.10.2026 (Ref. No. U-11011/07/2026-MEC) and 28.10.2025 (Ref. No. U-11011/07/2025-MEC). These MCC notices instructed all state authorities to implement the weeding-out process.
The weeding-out is based on joining data made available by MCC for Round 3 of AIQ counselling 2026. The action is effective immediately, and the three candidates are excluded from Round 3 of Punjab state counselling processing.
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What does 'weeding out' mean in counselling?
Weeding out means removing a candidate's name from the seat allotment process. In this case, BFUHS has removed three candidates from Punjab's Round 3 state counselling because they have already joined seats through AIQ counselling. Once weeded out, they cannot receive a state quota seat in this round.
Why can't a candidate hold both an AIQ seat and a state quota seat?
The Supreme Court has directed that a candidate can only hold one seat at a time to prevent seat blocking and ensure fair distribution. Once you join a seat through AIQ, you must withdraw from state counselling. This rule applies to all candidates across India.
If my name is on the removal list, can I appeal or request reconsideration?
No. If your name is on the list, it means you have already joined an AIQ seat, which is a valid and binding action. You cannot simultaneously hold a state quota seat. You should proceed with your admission at the AIQ-allotted college.
My name is not on the list. Does this mean I am guaranteed a seat in Round 3 state counselling?
No. Being absent from the weeding-out list means you are eligible to participate in Round 3 state counselling, but seat allotment depends on your rank, category, choices, and available seats. You will be allotted a seat only if you meet the cutoff and have chosen that college/course.
What should I do if I have joined an AIQ seat but my name is not on this list?
If you have joined an AIQ seat, you should not participate in Punjab's Round 3 state counselling. Contact BFUHS Faridkot's Admission Branch immediately with your NEET roll number and registration number to report your status and ensure your candidature is properly excluded from state counselling.
Can I join an AIQ seat now and then participate in state counselling later?
No. Once you join an AIQ seat in a particular round, you are locked into that seat and cannot participate in the corresponding round of state counselling. You must make a choice: either join the AIQ seat or participate in state counselling, but not both in the same round.
Is this notice specific to Punjab, or does it apply to all states?
This notice is specific to Punjab's Round 3 state counselling conducted by BFUHS Faridkot. However, the same weeding-out rule applies to all states. Each state authority will issue similar notices removing candidates who have joined AIQ seats.
What is the reference to the Supreme Court direction?
The notice mentions that the weeding-out is in compliance with directions of the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India. These directions ensure that candidates do not block multiple seats and that the counselling process is fair and transparent. The specific MCC notices implementing this are dated 10.10.2026 and 28.10.2025.
If I am removed from state counselling, can I still join the AIQ seat I was allotted?
Yes. If you are on the removal list, it means you have already joined an AIQ seat. You should continue with your admission process at that AIQ-allotted college. The removal from state counselling is automatic and does not affect your AIQ seat.
How often will BFUHS issue weeding-out notices?
BFUHS will issue a weeding-out notice before processing each round of state counselling. As candidates join AIQ seats in each round, they will be removed from the corresponding round of state counselling. This process repeats for Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and any subsequent rounds.
If your name appears on the removal list above, you have already joined an AIQ seat and are no longer eligible for Punjab state counselling in Round 3. Proceed with your admission at your AIQ-allotted college. If your name is not on the list and you are participating in Punjab's Round 3 state counselling, continue monitoring BFUHS's official portal for the allotment result and further instructions. For any clarification, contact BFUHS Faridkot's Admission Branch immediately.
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