Tripura NEET UG 2026 Round 3: Choice Filling Deadline Extended to Oct 12

The Tripura Medical Counselling Committee (TRMCC) has pushed back the deadline for candidates to fill and lock their college choices in NEET UG 2026 Round 3 counselling. The new window runs from October 9 at 5:00 PM to October 12 at 11:59 PM on the official portal trmcc.admissions.nic.in. This extension gives NEET aspirants seeking MBBS and BDS seats under Tripura's state quota five additional days to review and finalize their preferences. The merit list and seat allotment result will be announced on October 13.

What Changed: The Extended Timeline for Tripura Round 3

The original Round 3 choice-filling window was scheduled to close on October 7 at noon. The Tripura Medical Counselling Committee has now extended this deadline by five days, moving the final cut-off to October 12 at 11:59 PM. The choice-filling window itself opened on October 9 at 5:00 PM.

This extension applies to all candidates seeking MBBS or BDS seats under Tripura's state quota in Round 3. The extra time is intended to allow aspirants who are juggling multiple state and all-India counselling rounds to make informed decisions about their college and course preferences without rushing.

Complete Revised Schedule for Tripura NEET UG 2026 Round 3

The Tripura Medical Counselling Committee has adjusted several key dates and times for Round 3. All major deadlines fall on October 12, 2026, with the results announced the following day. Below is the full revised timetable:

Who Is Eligible to Participate in Tripura Round 3?

Round 3 is open to all candidates who qualified the NEET UG 2026 exam and meet the eligibility criteria for Tripura's state quota. This includes both fresh candidates registering for the first time and those who did not secure a seat in earlier rounds (Round 1 or Round 2).

Fresh candidates can register and submit their fees until 11:00 AM on October 12. If your registration was previously unlocked, you can unlock it again until 9:00 AM on October 12 to make changes. Importantly, if your documents were flagged for discrepancies in earlier rounds, you must resolve these issues by 5:00 PM on October 12. Failure to clear document issues by this deadline may result in your rejection during the allotment stage, even if your rank qualifies you for a seat.

Step-by-Step Guide to Filling and Locking Your Choices

The entire choice-filling process is conducted online through the TRMCC counselling portal. The system is designed to be straightforward, but it is critical to complete all steps before the 11:59 PM deadline on October 12. Server traffic typically increases significantly in the final hours, so logging in early is advisable.

Start by visiting the official portal at trmcc.admissions.nic.in and logging in with your NEET UG 2026 roll number and password. Once logged in, navigate to the choice-filling tab. Add your preferred colleges and courses in any order initially. You can then rearrange these choices to reflect your true order of preference—the system will consider your ranking when generating the allotment. Save your choices after each update. Finally, before 11:59 PM on October 12, lock your final choice list. Once locked, you cannot make further changes, so review carefully before locking.

• Visit trmcc.admissions.nic.in
• Log in with your NEET UG 2026 roll number and password
• Open the choice-filling tab
• Add preferred colleges and courses
• Rearrange choices in order of preference
• Save your choices
• Lock the final choice list before 11:59 PM on October 12

Why This Extension Matters for Your Admission Journey

The five-day extension is significant for NEET aspirants managing multiple counselling processes simultaneously. Many candidates participate in both state-quota counselling (like Tripura's) and all-India NEET counselling rounds. The extra time allows you to see results from other rounds before committing to your Tripura choices, reducing the risk of accepting a seat you may not want.

Additionally, the extended window gives you more opportunity to research colleges, verify your eligibility, resolve any document issues, and make a thoughtful decision about your college and course preferences. Rushing through choice-filling in the final hours often leads to mistakes or regret. This extension is designed to prevent that.

Critical Action Items Before October 12

To ensure you do not miss this opportunity, follow this checklist in order of priority. First, log in to trmcc.admissions.nic.in immediately and verify that your registration is active and your personal details are correct. If you are a fresh candidate, complete your registration and pay the counselling fee before 11:00 AM on October 12.

Second, if your documents were flagged in earlier rounds, contact the TRMCC support team or visit the portal to resolve discrepancies by 5:00 PM on October 12. Third, fill, arrange and lock all your choices by 11:59 PM on October 12. Do not wait until the last minute; aim to lock by 11:30 PM at the latest to avoid server delays. Finally, download and save a copy of your locked choice list for your records. This will serve as proof of your preferences if any dispute arises later.

• Log in to trmcc.admissions.nic.in and verify registration status immediately
• Complete fresh registration and fee payment before 11:00 AM on October 12
• Resolve any document discrepancies by 5:00 PM on October 12
• Fill, rearrange and lock all choices by 11:59 PM on October 12
• Download and save your locked choice list for records
• Check the merit list and allotment result on October 13

What Happens After You Lock Your Choices

Once you lock your choices, the system will process them along with all other candidates' preferences. The Tripura Medical Counselling Committee will generate a merit list based on your NEET rank and the choices you have locked. This merit list will be published on October 13, 2026.

On the same day (October 13), the Round 3 seat allotment result will also be released. You will be able to view your allotment status on the TRMCC portal. If you are allotted a seat, the portal will display the college, course (MBBS or BDS), and category under which you have been allotted. Reporting dates and admission procedures for allotted candidates will be announced separately by the committee.

Common Mistakes to Avoid During Choice Filling

Many candidates make preventable errors during choice-filling that can negatively impact their allotment. One common mistake is not arranging choices in genuine order of preference. The system will allot you the highest-ranked college from your locked list for which you are eligible. If you place a college you do not want above one you do want, you may be allotted the unwanted college and lose the opportunity for the preferred one.

Another mistake is failing to lock choices before the deadline. If you do not manually lock your choices, the system will auto-lock them at 11:59 PM on October 12. Auto-locked choices may not reflect your true preferences if you were interrupted or did not finalize your list. Additionally, do not ignore document discrepancies. If your documents are flagged and you do not resolve them by 5:00 PM on October 12, you will be rejected at allotment even if your rank qualifies you. Finally, do not assume you will get your first choice. Always ensure your entire choice list is realistic based on your NEET rank and the expected cutoffs for each college.

Frequently asked questions

Mark October 12 at 11:59 PM as your final deadline for locking choices in Tripura NEET UG 2026 Round 3. Use the extended window to research colleges, verify your eligibility, resolve any document issues, and make a thoughtful decision. Check the TRMCC portal on October 13 for your merit list and allotment result.