The Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), which manages Punjab's state quota medical and dental admissions, has released the final seat matrix for NEET UG Round 3 counselling. A total of 307 MBBS seats and 501 BDS seats remain vacant across government and private colleges in Punjab. This is the last opportunity for NEET-qualified candidates to secure a state quota seat in the 2026 admission cycle. The provisional allotment result will be announced on October 10, 2026. If you registered between September 28 and October 2, you are eligible to participate in this round.
Round 3 is your final chance to secure a Punjab state quota MBBS or BDS seat; once you accept an allotment, you cannot resign and must complete the course.
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BFUHS has confirmed that 307 MBBS seats and 501 BDS seats are available for allotment in Round 3. The total number of vacant positions across both courses is 808. These vacancies span both government and private medical and dental colleges operating under Punjab's state quota system.
The higher number of BDS vacancies (501 compared to 307 MBBS seats) suggests that dental aspirants have a wider window of opportunity in this final round. However, the exact college-wise and category-wise breakdown is available in separate downloadable PDFs on the BFUHS admission portal at bfuhsonline.ac.in. Candidates must review these detailed matrices to understand which colleges have seats in their category and merit range.
| Course | Vacant Seats (Round 3) |
|---|---|
| MBBS | 307 |
| BDS | 501 |
| Total | 808 |
Who Is Eligible to Apply in Punjab NEET Round 3?
To participate in Round 3, you must have qualified in NEET UG 2026 and meet Punjab's domicile requirements as per BFUHS admission rules. Candidates who registered during the fresh registration window (September 28 to October 2, 2026) are eligible for allotment in this round.
If you were already allotted a seat in Round 2, you face a critical decision: accepting a Round 3 seat locks you into that college and course for the entire duration. Resignation after Round 3 allotment is not permitted. Additionally, if you walked away from a Round 2 allotment without accepting it, your security deposit from that round is forfeited. NRI quota candidates follow a separate application process and should verify their eligibility separately with BFUHS.
- Must have qualified NEET UG 2026
- Must satisfy Punjab domicile criteria
- Must have registered between September 28 and October 2, 2026
- No resignation allowed after Round 3 allotment acceptance
- Security deposit forfeited if you rejected Round 2 allotment
What Are the Registration Fees and Security Deposits for Round 3?
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BFUHS has set different fee structures based on your category and the type of college you wish to apply for. The registration fee varies: candidates from SC/ST categories pay Rs 2,950, while General and other categories pay Rs 5,900. These fees are non-refundable.
The security deposit is refundable but depends on your college choice. If you apply only for government colleges, the deposit is Rs 5,000 for SC, BC, and PwD candidates, and Rs 10,000 for others. If you include private colleges in your choice list, the security deposit increases to Rs 2,00,000 (two lakh rupees) for all candidates. This higher deposit is required because private college fees are substantially higher. You must select the deposit slab that matches your intended college choices before paying online through the BFUHS portal.
| Charge Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration fee (SC/ST) | Rs 2,950 |
| Registration fee (General and others) | Rs 5,900 |
| Security deposit – government colleges only (SC, BC, PwD) | Rs 5,000 |
| Security deposit – government colleges only (others) | Rs 10,000 |
| Security deposit – including private colleges (all candidates) | Rs 2,00,000 |
Critical Dates and Deadlines for Round 3 Counselling
The Round 3 counselling schedule is compressed into a two-week window with multiple overlapping deadlines. Missing even one deadline can result in loss of your seat or eligibility. The registration window closed on October 2, 2026, but if you registered during that period, the next key date is October 4, when the provisional merit list is released.
After the merit list is published, you have until October 5 (4 PM) to file objections if your details are incorrect. Choice filling—the process of ranking colleges and courses in your preferred order—occurs on October 6 and 7. The allotment is processed on October 8 and 9, with results announced on October 10. You then have until October 11 (3 PM) to object to the allotment, and the final result is declared the same day. Once allotted, you must pay the balance fee and report to your college between October 12 and 14 with original documents.
- Fresh registration window: September 28 to October 2, 2026 (closed)
- Seat resignation deadline: October 2, 2026 (2 PM)
- Minority status verification: October 3, 2026 (3 PM)
- Provisional merit list: October 4, 2026
- Objections to merit list: October 5, 2026 (4 PM)
- Online choice filling: October 6 and 7, 2026
- Seat allotment processing: October 8 and 9, 2026
- Provisional allotment result: October 10, 2026
- Objections to allotment: October 11, 2026 (3 PM)
- Final allotment result: October 11, 2026
- Balance fee payment and college reporting: October 12 to 14, 2026
How to Download and Review the Seat Matrix
The seat matrix is available as a downloadable PDF on the official BFUHS admission portal. To access it, visit bfuhsonline.ac.in and navigate to the MBBS and BDS 2026 counselling section. Look for the link titled 'Seat Matrix for 3rd Round' and select the PDF for either MBBS or BDS depending on your course preference.
Download and save both PDFs for reference during choice filling. The matrix shows college-wise and category-wise seat availability. Note that the seat count may change slightly as resignations are processed and minority status verifications are completed. Review the matrix carefully to identify colleges where you have a realistic chance of allotment based on your NEET rank and category. This step is crucial because your choice list directly determines which college you may be allotted.
- Visit bfuhsonline.ac.in
- Click on MBBS and BDS 2026 counselling section
- Open 'Seat Matrix for 3rd Round' link
- Download MBBS and BDS PDFs separately
- Save for reference during choice filling
- Review college-wise and category-wise availability
- Note that seat counts may change due to resignations and verifications
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What Happens After You Accept a Round 3 Allotment?
Once you accept a seat allotment in Round 3, your commitment is final and binding. Unlike earlier rounds where you might have had the option to resign and participate in a subsequent round, Round 3 offers no such flexibility. This means you must be absolutely certain about your choice before accepting the allotment.
After acceptance, you are required to pay the balance fee (the remaining portion of the college's fees after deducting your security deposit) and report to the allotted college between October 12 and 14 with your original documents, including your NEET scorecard, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and other required proofs. Failure to report within this window may result in forfeiture of your seat. Once you join the college, you are committed to completing the entire MBBS or BDS course at that institution.
- Allotment acceptance is final and non-negotiable
- No resignation permitted after Round 3 acceptance
- Must pay balance fee by October 14, 2026
- Must report to college with original documents between October 12 and 14
- Failure to report results in seat forfeiture
- Committed to completing the full course at the allotted college
Why Round 3 Is Your Last Opportunity for State Quota Seats
Round 3 is explicitly the final mop-up round for Punjab state quota MBBS and BDS admissions in 2026. After this round closes, no further counselling rounds are conducted for state quota seats. This means if you do not secure a seat in Round 3, your only remaining options are to apply for NRI quota seats (if eligible), management quota seats (if available and affordable), or consider admissions in other states.
The availability of 501 BDS seats in this round is particularly significant for dental aspirants, as it represents a substantial proportion of total BDS seats and indicates that many candidates may not have accepted their allotments in earlier rounds. This creates a genuine opportunity for aspirants with lower ranks to secure a BDS seat. However, the window is narrow, and every deadline must be met precisely. Treat this round with the seriousness it deserves, as it is your final chance within the state quota system for 2026.
- Round 3 is the final state quota counselling round for 2026
- No further rounds will be conducted after October 11, 2026
- 501 BDS vacancies represent a significant opportunity for dental aspirants
- After Round 3, only NRI and management quota options remain
- All deadlines are strict and non-negotiable
Practical Action Plan for Round 3 Candidates
If you registered during the September 28 to October 2 window, your immediate priority is to verify that your registration and fee payment were successful. Check your registration status on the BFUHS portal using your login credentials. On October 4, when the provisional merit list is released, log in immediately and verify that your name, rank, category, and other details are correct. If you spot any errors, file an objection by October 5 (4 PM).
Between October 6 and 7, prepare a ranked list of colleges based on the seat matrix and your rank. Consider factors such as college reputation, location, infrastructure, and placement record. Fill your choices in order of preference on the portal. Do not leave choices blank; fill as many as possible to maximize your chances of allotment. On October 10, check your provisional allotment result. If you are allotted a seat you are satisfied with, accept it immediately. If you wish to object, do so by October 11 (3 PM). Once the final result is declared on October 11, arrange your balance fee payment and prepare your documents for college reporting between October 12 and 14.
- Verify registration and fee payment status immediately
- Check provisional merit list on October 4 for accuracy
- File objections by October 5 (4 PM) if details are incorrect
- Prepare ranked college list based on seat matrix and your rank
- Fill choice list on October 6 and 7; do not leave choices blank
- Check provisional allotment on October 10
- Accept allotment or file objections by October 11 (3 PM)
- Arrange balance fee payment after final result on October 11
- Report to college with original documents between October 12 and 14
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How many MBBS and BDS seats are vacant in Punjab NEET UG Round 3 2026?
BFUHS has released 307 MBBS seats and 501 BDS seats as vacant for Round 3 counselling. The total number of vacant seats across both courses is 808. These vacancies are spread across government and private medical and dental colleges in Punjab. The exact college-wise and category-wise breakdown is available in downloadable PDFs on the BFUHS admission portal.
When will the provisional allotment result for Punjab NEET Round 3 be declared?
The provisional allotment result will be declared on October 10, 2026. Candidates can check their allotment status on the BFUHS portal using their login credentials. If you wish to object to the allotment, you have until October 11 (3 PM) to do so. The final allotment result will be announced on October 11, 2026.
What is the registration fee and security deposit for Punjab NEET Round 3?
The registration fee is Rs 2,950 for SC/ST candidates and Rs 5,900 for General and other categories. The security deposit depends on your college choice: Rs 5,000 for SC, BC, and PwD candidates applying only to government colleges; Rs 10,000 for other candidates applying only to government colleges; and Rs 2,00,000 for all candidates including private colleges in their choice list. All payments are made online through the BFUHS portal.
Can I resign after accepting a seat in Punjab NEET Round 3?
No. Once you accept a seat allotment in Round 3, resignation is not permitted. Round 3 is the final mop-up round, and acceptance of an allotment is binding for the entire duration of the course. You must be absolutely certain about your choice before accepting the allotment. If you were allotted a seat in Round 2 and rejected it, your security deposit from that round is forfeited.
What are the key deadlines I must meet for Punjab NEET Round 3?
The critical deadlines are: provisional merit list on October 4; objections to merit list by October 5 (4 PM); choice filling on October 6 and 7; provisional allotment result on October 10; objections to allotment by October 11 (3 PM); final allotment result on October 11; and balance fee payment and college reporting between October 12 and 14. Missing any deadline may result in loss of your seat or eligibility.
How do I download the seat matrix for Punjab NEET Round 3?
Visit the BFUHS admission portal at bfuhsonline.ac.in. Navigate to the MBBS and BDS 2026 counselling section and click on the link titled 'Seat Matrix for 3rd Round.' Download the PDF for either MBBS or BDS depending on your course. Save the matrix for reference during choice filling. The matrix shows college-wise and category-wise seat availability.
Is Round 3 the last chance to secure a Punjab state quota MBBS or BDS seat in 2026?
Yes. Round 3 is explicitly the final mop-up round for Punjab state quota admissions in 2026. After October 11, 2026, no further state quota counselling rounds will be conducted. If you do not secure a seat in Round 3, your remaining options are NRI quota seats (if eligible), management quota seats (if available), or admissions in other states.
What documents do I need to bring when reporting to my allotted college?
You must bring your original NEET scorecard, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and other documents as specified by BFUHS and your allotted college. You must report between October 12 and 14, 2026, with all required documents. Failure to report within this window may result in forfeiture of your seat.
Round 3 is your final opportunity to secure a Punjab state quota MBBS or BDS seat in 2026. Download the seat matrix immediately, verify your registration status, and prepare a ranked college list based on your rank and category. Meet every deadline precisely, and remember that once you accept an allotment, you are committed to that college and course for the entire duration.
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