The Rajasthan NEET UG counselling board has clarified a critical rule for Round-3 upgradation: if you have already joined a college in an earlier round, that college will automatically appear as your last choice when you fill fresh choices for upgradation in Round-3. This means if you do not secure a better seat through upgradation, you will retain your current joined seat. All candidates who have joined a college can participate in Round-3 upgradation by filling and saving fresh choices. The deadline for choice filling and auto-locking is 1:45 PM on 7 October 2026. This notice is essential for anyone currently holding a seat and considering upgradation.
Your joined college is automatically your last choice in Round-3 upgradation—if you don't upgrade to a better seat, you keep your current one.
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Unlock My College ListWhat This Notice Means: The Default Last Choice Rule
In Rajasthan's NEET UG counselling, when you have already joined a college in Round-1 or Round-2, that college does not disappear from the system. Instead, it is automatically placed as your last choice when you participate in Round-3 upgradation. This is a protective mechanism: it ensures you cannot accidentally lose your seat if your new choices in Round-3 do not result in an allotment.
The rule works like this: you fill fresh choices for Round-3 (colleges and courses you wish to upgrade to), and your current joined college sits at the bottom of that list. When the allotment algorithm runs, it tries to place you in one of your new choices. If it succeeds, you move to the new seat. If it does not, the system falls back to your joined college, and you retain that seat. You do not lose anything by trying to upgrade.
Who Can Participate in Round-3 Upgradation
All candidates who have joined a college in Round-1 or Round-2 are eligible to participate in Round-3 upgradation. This includes candidates who joined government colleges, private colleges, RUHS-CMS colleges, RAJMES colleges, ESIC colleges, and NRI seats. There is no restriction based on the type of college or seat category you currently hold.
If you have not yet joined any college (i.e., you were allotted a seat but did not report to the college), you are not eligible for upgradation in Round-3. You would need to participate in the regular Round-3 counselling process instead. The upgradation process is exclusively for those who have already completed the joining formality.
- You must have joined a college in Round-1 or Round-2
- You must have completed the joining process (reported to the college and submitted required documents)
- You can be from any college type: government, private, RUHS-CMS, RAJMES, ESIC, or NRI
- You can be from any seat category: general, reserved, or special category
How the Upgradation Process Works
To participate in Round-3 upgradation, you must log into the Rajasthan NEET UG counselling portal (ug.neetrajasthan.com) and fill fresh choices. These are new college and course preferences you wish to upgrade to. You are not limited to the colleges you chose in earlier rounds—you can choose any college and course available in Round-3, subject to your eligibility (merit rank, category, and course eligibility).
After you fill your fresh choices, you must save them. The system will then automatically add your joined college as the last choice. This happens without any action on your part. When you review your saved choices, you will see your current college listed at the bottom. This is normal and intended. Once you save your choices, they are locked into the system for the allotment algorithm.
- Log into ug.neetrajasthan.com with your credentials
- Navigate to the choice-filling section for Round-3
- Fill fresh choices for colleges and courses you wish to upgrade to
- Save your choices before the deadline
- Your joined college will automatically appear as your last choice
- Review your saved choices to confirm they are correct
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Critical Deadline: 1:45 PM on 7 October 2026
The deadline for choice filling and auto-locking in Round-3 is 1:45 PM on 7 October 2026. This is a hard deadline. After 1:45 PM, the portal will close, and you will not be able to fill or modify your choices. Any choices not saved by this time will not be considered for allotment.
Auto-locking means that at 1:45 PM, the system will automatically lock all saved choices and prevent further changes. You do not need to manually lock your choices—this happens automatically. If you have not saved your choices by 1:45 PM, you will not be able to participate in Round-3 upgradation. Plan ahead and fill your choices well before the deadline to avoid technical issues or last-minute delays.
- Deadline: 1:45 PM on 7 October 2026 (Indian Standard Time)
- After this time, the portal will close and no changes are allowed
- Auto-locking is automatic—you do not need to manually lock
- Unsaved choices will not be considered
- Fill your choices at least 1–2 hours before the deadline to avoid delays
What Happens If You Don't Upgrade or Don't Get a Better Seat
If you participate in Round-3 upgradation but do not secure a seat in any of your new choices, your joined college seat is retained. You will remain in the college and course you joined in Round-1 or Round-2. This is the safety net built into the default last-choice rule. You do not lose your seat by attempting to upgrade.
Similarly, if you choose not to participate in Round-3 upgradation at all (i.e., you do not fill fresh choices), your joined seat is automatically retained. You will continue in your current college. There is no penalty for not upgrading. The choice to participate in upgradation is entirely yours.
- If you don't upgrade: you keep your joined seat
- If you upgrade but don't get a better seat: you keep your joined seat
- If you upgrade and get a better seat: you move to the new seat
- Your joined college is never lost as long as you have joined it
What Happens If You Successfully Upgrade
If you fill fresh choices in Round-3 and the allotment algorithm places you in one of your new choices, you will be allotted that seat. You will then need to join the new college within the time frame specified by the counselling board. Your previous joined seat will be vacated, and another candidate may be allotted to it in a subsequent round or waitlist.
Before you decide to upgrade, carefully consider whether the new college or course is genuinely better for you. Upgrading means you must leave your current college, which may involve logistical, financial, or academic disruptions. Ensure that your new choice is a genuine improvement before committing to it.
- You will receive an allotment letter for the new seat
- You must join the new college within the specified deadline
- Your previous joined seat will be vacated
- Failure to join the new seat may result in cancellation of your allotment
Important: Understand Your Current Seat Before Upgrading
Before you fill fresh choices for upgradation, know exactly what seat you currently hold. This includes the college name, course (MBBS or BDS), seat category (general, reserved, NRI, etc.), and any applicable bonds or service obligations. If you hold a government seat, you may be bound by a surety bond or service bond. If you hold an NRI seat, you may have specific fee obligations. Upgrading to a different seat category or college type may change these obligations.
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Review the fee structure of any college you are considering upgrading to. The counselling board has published fee details for all medical and dental colleges on the portal. These fees will be applicable at the time of admission to the new college. Ensure you can afford the fees before including a college in your upgrade choices.
- Know your current college, course, and seat category
- Check if your current seat has any bond or service obligation
- Review the fee structure of colleges you wish to upgrade to
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for your new choices
- Understand the location and facilities of the new college
How to Access the Counselling Portal and Fill Choices
The Rajasthan NEET UG counselling portal is available at ug.neetrajasthan.com. You will need your login credentials (typically your application number and password) to access the portal. If you have forgotten your password, use the 'Forgot Password' option on the login page to reset it. Ensure you have a stable internet connection and use a device (computer or smartphone) that is compatible with the portal.
Once logged in, navigate to the 'Choice Filling' or 'Upgradation' section (the exact label may vary). You will see a list of available colleges and courses for Round-3. Select the colleges and courses you wish to upgrade to, in order of preference. The system will allow you to rank your choices. After you have filled all your choices, click 'Save' to save them. Do not close the browser or navigate away until you see a confirmation message that your choices have been saved.
- Visit ug.neetrajasthan.com
- Log in with your application number and password
- Navigate to the choice-filling section for Round-3
- Select colleges and courses in order of preference
- Click 'Save' to save your choices
- Wait for a confirmation message before closing the page
- Log out after saving
Common Mistakes to Avoid
One of the most common mistakes is not saving choices before the deadline. Many candidates fill their choices but forget to click 'Save', thinking the choices are automatically saved. They are not. If you do not explicitly save your choices, they will not be submitted to the system, and you will not be considered for upgradation. Always click 'Save' and wait for a confirmation message.
Another mistake is filling choices without checking eligibility. Ensure that your NEET rank and category qualify you for the colleges and courses you are choosing. If you are not eligible, your choices for those seats will be rejected, and you will not be allotted them. Similarly, do not include colleges or courses you are not genuinely interested in, just to fill the form. The allotment algorithm will try to place you in your highest-ranked choice first, so rank your choices carefully.
A third mistake is misunderstanding the default last-choice rule. Some candidates worry that their joined college being the last choice means they will lose it. This is incorrect. The last choice is a safety net. If you do not upgrade successfully, you keep your joined seat. Do not avoid upgradation out of fear of losing your seat.
- ⚠️ Do not forget to click 'Save' after filling choices
- ⚠️ Do not fill choices for colleges you are not eligible for
- ⚠️ Do not include colleges you are not genuinely interested in
- ⚠️ Do not misunderstand the default last-choice rule as a loss of your seat
- ⚠️ Do not wait until the last minute to fill choices (portal may be slow)
- ⚠️ Do not close the browser before seeing a confirmation message
Fee Structure and Other Important Information
The fee structure for all medical and dental colleges in Rajasthan is available on the counselling website. This includes government colleges, RUHS-CMS colleges, RAJMES colleges, ESIC colleges, private colleges, and NRI seats. The fees shown on the portal are the fees that will be applicable at the time of admission. If you upgrade to a new college, you will be required to pay the fees of that college. Ensure you review the fee structure before finalizing your upgrade choices.
Additionally, the counselling board has published information about bonds and service obligations for government seats. If you are currently holding a government seat and wish to upgrade to another government seat, you may still be bound by the same bond or service obligation. If you are upgrading from a government seat to a private seat, the bond obligation may not apply, but you will need to pay private college fees. Review all relevant documents on the portal before making your decision.
- Fee structure is available on ug.neetrajasthan.com
- Fees shown are applicable at the time of admission
- Government seats may have surety bonds or service bonds
- Private seats have higher fees than government seats
- NRI seats have specific fee structures
- Review all fee and bond information before upgrading
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What does 'joined college is by default the last choice' mean?
It means that the college you have already joined in Round-1 or Round-2 will automatically be placed at the bottom of your choice list when you fill fresh choices for Round-3 upgradation. If you do not secure a seat in any of your new choices, the system will fall back to your joined college, and you will retain that seat. This is a safety mechanism to ensure you do not lose your current seat while attempting to upgrade.
Will I lose my joined seat if I participate in Round-3 upgradation?
No. Your joined seat is protected. If you participate in upgradation and do not secure a better seat, you will keep your joined seat. If you do secure a better seat, you will move to that new seat. There is no scenario in which you lose your seat by attempting to upgrade, as long as you have already joined the college.
What is the deadline for filling choices in Round-3?
The deadline for choice filling and auto-locking is 1:45 PM on 7 October 2026. After this time, the portal will close, and you will not be able to fill or modify your choices. Ensure you save your choices well before this deadline to avoid technical issues.
Can I participate in Round-3 upgradation if I have not yet joined a college?
No. Upgradation is only for candidates who have already joined a college in Round-1 or Round-2. If you have been allotted a seat but have not joined, you will need to participate in the regular Round-3 counselling process, not the upgradation process.
How do I fill fresh choices for Round-3 upgradation?
Log into ug.neetrajasthan.com with your credentials, navigate to the choice-filling section for Round-3, select the colleges and courses you wish to upgrade to (in order of preference), and click 'Save'. Your joined college will automatically appear as your last choice. Wait for a confirmation message before closing the page.
What happens if I do not participate in Round-3 upgradation?
If you choose not to fill fresh choices for upgradation, your joined seat will be retained automatically. You will continue in the college and course you joined in Round-1 or Round-2. There is no penalty for not upgrading.
Can I upgrade from a government seat to a private seat?
Yes, you can include private colleges in your upgrade choices. However, be aware that private colleges have higher fees than government colleges. Review the fee structure on the portal before deciding to upgrade. Additionally, if you are currently bound by a surety bond or service bond on your government seat, upgrading to a private seat may release you from that obligation, but you should verify this with the counselling board.
What if I upgrade successfully but then decide I don't want the new seat?
If you are allotted a new seat through upgradation and you join it, you cannot go back to your previous joined seat. Ensure you are genuinely interested in the new seat before finalizing your upgrade choices. If you do not join the new seat within the specified deadline, your allotment may be cancelled, and you may lose both seats.
Will my joined college be removed from the system if I upgrade?
If you successfully upgrade to a new seat and join that new college, your previous joined seat will be vacated. It will not be removed from the system immediately, but it will become available for other candidates in subsequent rounds or waitlists. You cannot return to your previous joined seat once you have upgraded.
Where can I find the fee structure for colleges I want to upgrade to?
The fee structure for all medical and dental colleges is available on the Rajasthan NEET UG counselling website (ug.neetrajasthan.com). You can download the fee details for government colleges, RUHS-CMS colleges, RAJMES colleges, ESIC colleges, private colleges, and NRI seats. Review these before finalizing your upgrade choices.
What should I do if I forget my portal password?
Use the 'Forgot Password' option on the login page of ug.neetrajasthan.com to reset your password. You will typically receive a reset link via email or SMS. If you continue to have issues, contact the counselling board's helpline or support team for assistance.
Can I change my choices after saving them but before the deadline?
Yes, you can log back into the portal and modify your saved choices at any time before the deadline of 1:45 PM on 7 October 2026. After you make changes, click 'Save' again to update your choices. However, after 1:45 PM, the portal will close, and you will not be able to make any further changes.
If you have already joined a college in Round-1 or Round-2 and wish to attempt upgradation in Round-3, log into ug.neetrajasthan.com and fill fresh choices by 1:45 PM on 7 October 2026. Remember: your joined college is automatically your last choice, so you cannot lose your current seat by upgrading. Review the fee structure and eligibility criteria for any new colleges before finalizing your choices. If you have questions or encounter technical issues, contact the Rajasthan NEET UG counselling board immediately.
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