The Rajasthan NEET UG counselling board has issued a critical reminder: today, 7 October 2026, is the final deadline for two essential actions in Round 3 — paying the security deposit and filling your choice of colleges. The security deposit must be submitted by 5 PM today; after that, the portal will close for deposits. Your choice filling will be automatically locked at 11:45 PM tonight, so any changes you wish to make must be completed before that time. This is your last opportunity to participate in Round 3 upgradation if you have already joined a college in an earlier round.
Complete your security deposit by 5 PM and finalize your college choices by 11:45 PM today (7 October 2026), or you will lose your chance to upgrade in Round 3.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is Round 3 and Who Can Participate?
Round 3 is the third and final counselling round for NEET UG 2026 MBBS and BDS admissions in Rajasthan. It is designed for candidates who have already joined a college in Round 1 or Round 2 and wish to upgrade to a better college or course.
If you joined a college in Round 1 or Round 2, you are eligible to participate in Round 3 by filling fresh choices. Your previously joined seat will automatically remain as your last choice — meaning if you are not upgraded in Round 3, you will retain your current seat. This protects you from losing your admission while giving you a chance to improve your placement.
Security Deposit: What It Is and Why You Need It
The security deposit is a mandatory payment that confirms your participation in Round 3. It is a refundable amount that you must pay to the counselling board before the deadline. This deposit secures your candidacy for the upgradation round.
The notice does not specify the exact amount of the security deposit in this alert, but you should check the counselling website (ug.neetrajasthan.com) or your admission portal for the deposit amount applicable to your category and course (MBBS or BDS). The deposit is typically refunded after the admission process is complete, provided you have fulfilled all joining requirements.
- Security deposit is refundable
- Required to participate in Round 3
- Must be paid by 5 PM today (7 October 2026)
- Check the exact amount on the counselling portal
Security Deposit Deadline: 5 PM Today — Do Not Miss It
The security deposit payment portal will close at 5 PM on 7 October 2026. After 5 PM, no further deposits will be accepted, and you will be ineligible for Round 3. This is a hard deadline — there is no extension or grace period mentioned in the notice.
If you have not yet paid your security deposit, log into the counselling portal immediately and complete the payment. Verify that your payment has been successfully processed before 5 PM. Do not wait until the last minute, as payment gateways can experience delays or technical issues.
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- Deadline: 5 PM on 7 October 2026 (today)
- No extensions or late submissions accepted
- Payment must be confirmed before the deadline
- Check your payment receipt for proof
Choice Filling: How to Select Your Colleges
After paying the security deposit, you must fill your choice of colleges and courses for Round 3. This is where you rank the colleges and seats you wish to be considered for during the allotment process. You can list multiple colleges in order of preference — the system will allot you the highest-ranked college for which you are eligible based on your NEET rank and category.
The notice emphasizes that you should 'check choices properly prior to the autolocking time.' This means you must review your selections carefully before the system locks them. Once locked, you cannot make any changes. If you make a mistake in your choices, you will be stuck with that selection for the entire round.
- Rank colleges in order of your preference
- You can list multiple colleges
- Review all choices carefully before locking
- Do not submit until you are certain of your selections
Choice Filling Deadline: 11:45 PM Tonight — Auto-Lock
Your choice filling will be automatically locked at 11:45 PM on 7 October 2026. After this time, the portal will close and you will not be able to add, remove, or change any of your college choices. This is an automatic system lock — no manual intervention or extension is possible.
The notice specifically warns: 'please check choices properly prior to the autolocking time.' This is a critical reminder because many candidates lose their opportunity to upgrade due to careless mistakes in choice filling. Common errors include selecting the wrong college code, forgetting to save changes, or not ranking colleges in the correct order of preference.
- Auto-lock time: 11:45 PM on 7 October 2026 (today)
- No manual changes possible after lock
- System will not accept any submissions after 11:45 PM
- Verify all choices are saved before the deadline
Your Joined Seat is Your Safety Net
The counselling board has clarified that your previously joined seat (from Round 1 or Round 2) is automatically set as your last choice in Round 3. This means that even if you fill fresh choices for upgradation, your current seat is protected.
If you are not upgraded to any of your new choices in Round 3, you will retain your joined seat. You will not lose your admission. This is an important safeguard — it allows you to take a chance on better colleges without the risk of losing your current placement. However, if you are upgraded, you must join the new college as per the allotment and joining schedule.
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- Your Round 1 or Round 2 joined seat is automatically your last choice
- If not upgraded, you keep your current seat
- No risk of losing admission if you participate in Round 3
- Upgradation is optional — you can choose not to participate
Important Reminders: Check Deadlines and Avoid Common Mistakes
The notice emphasizes: 'Please check time deadlines properly.' This is not a casual reminder — it is a warning that many candidates miss these deadlines every year. The two critical times are 5 PM (security deposit) and 11:45 PM (choice filling lock). Both are today.
Common mistakes that lead to rejection or loss of opportunity include: (1) paying the security deposit after 5 PM and assuming it will be accepted; (2) filling choices but forgetting to save them before 11:45 PM; (3) selecting the wrong college code or course; (4) not ranking colleges in the correct order; (5) assuming there will be an extension or grace period. None of these assumptions are correct. The deadlines are absolute.
- ⚠️ Security deposit deadline: 5 PM today
- ⚠️ Choice filling auto-lock: 11:45 PM today
- ⚠️ No extensions or late submissions
- ⚠️ Verify all details before submitting
- ⚠️ Save your choices — do not assume they are saved automatically
What Happens After Today?
Once the choice filling portal closes at 11:45 PM tonight, the counselling board will process all the choices submitted by candidates. The next step will be the generation of the provisional allotment list for Round 3, which will show which college and seat you have been allotted based on your NEET rank, category, and choices.
After the allotment list is released, eligible candidates will be called for document verification (if not already verified in earlier rounds). Following verification, the final allotment list will be published, and candidates will be given a joining deadline. You must report to your allotted college with all required documents by the joining deadline to confirm your admission.
- Provisional allotment list will be released after choice filling closes
- Document verification for new allottees (if applicable)
- Final allotment list will be published
- Joining deadline will be announced — you must report by then
Where to Pay and How to Fill Choices
All payments and choice filling are done through the official Rajasthan NEET UG counselling portal: ug.neetrajasthan.com. Log in with your registration number and password. Navigate to the security deposit section to make the payment, and then to the choice filling section to rank your colleges.
If you face any technical issues or have questions about the process, contact the counselling board at SMS Medical College, Jaipur (the nodal agency for Rajasthan NEET UG counselling). Do not delay — contact them immediately if you encounter problems, as the deadline is today.
- Portal: ug.neetrajasthan.com
- Log in with your registration number and password
- Complete security deposit first
- Then fill and save your choices
- Contact SMS Medical College Jaipur if you face technical issues
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What is the security deposit and why do I need to pay it?
The security deposit is a mandatory refundable payment that confirms your participation in Round 3 upgradation. It secures your candidacy for the round. The exact amount depends on your category and course (MBBS or BDS) — check the counselling portal for the specific amount. The deposit is refunded after the admission process is complete.
What is the deadline for paying the security deposit?
The security deposit must be paid by 5 PM on 7 October 2026 (today). After 5 PM, the payment portal will close and no further deposits will be accepted. There is no extension or grace period.
What happens if I miss the security deposit deadline?
If you do not pay the security deposit by 5 PM today, you will be ineligible for Round 3. You will not be able to participate in the upgradation round, and your previously joined seat will remain your final placement.
What is choice filling and how do I do it?
Choice filling is the process of ranking colleges and seats in order of your preference for Round 3. Log into the counselling portal, navigate to the choice filling section, and list the colleges you wish to be considered for, ranked from most preferred to least preferred. Save your choices carefully before the deadline.
When does choice filling close and what happens after?
Choice filling will be automatically locked at 11:45 PM on 7 October 2026 (today). After this time, you cannot add, remove, or change any choices. The system will then process all choices and generate the provisional allotment list.
What if I make a mistake in my choice filling?
Once your choices are locked at 11:45 PM, you cannot change them. This is why the notice emphasizes checking your choices carefully before the auto-lock. If you make a mistake, you will be stuck with that selection for the entire round. Be very careful when filling and saving your choices.
Will I lose my current seat if I participate in Round 3?
No. Your previously joined seat (from Round 1 or Round 2) is automatically set as your last choice in Round 3. If you are not upgraded to any of your new choices, you will retain your current seat. You only lose your current seat if you are upgraded to a new college.
What happens if I am upgraded in Round 3?
If you are upgraded to a better college or seat in Round 3, you must join that new college as per the allotment and joining schedule announced by the counselling board. You will need to report to the new college with all required documents by the joining deadline.
Can I participate in Round 3 if I did not join any college in Rounds 1 or 2?
The notice does not explicitly state this, but Round 3 is designed for candidates who have already joined a college in an earlier round and wish to upgrade. If you have not joined any college yet, check the counselling portal or contact SMS Medical College Jaipur for clarification on your eligibility.
What should I do if I face technical issues with the portal?
If you encounter any technical problems while paying the security deposit or filling choices, contact the counselling board at SMS Medical College, Jaipur immediately. Do not wait — the deadline is today, and delays can cost you your opportunity. Have your registration number and details ready when you contact them.
Is there any extension to the 5 PM or 11:45 PM deadlines?
No. The notice clearly states these are hard deadlines. There is no extension, grace period, or late submission option. Both deadlines are today, 7 October 2026, and are absolute.
Where do I check the exact amount of the security deposit?
Log into the counselling portal (ug.neetrajasthan.com) with your registration number and password. The security deposit amount will be displayed based on your category and course (MBBS or BDS). If you cannot find it, contact SMS Medical College Jaipur for assistance.
Today is your final opportunity to participate in Round 3 upgradation. Complete your security deposit by 5 PM and finalize your college choices by 11:45 PM on 7 October 2026. Log into ug.neetrajasthan.com immediately, pay the deposit, and carefully fill your choices. Do not delay — these deadlines are absolute, and there are no extensions. If you face any issues, contact SMS Medical College Jaipur right away.
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