The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh has released the merit list for UP NEET UG 2026 Round 3 counselling on the official portal upneet.gov.in. This round covers state quota MBBS and BDS seats across medical and dental colleges in the state. If you appeared for NEET UG and are eligible for Uttar Pradesh counselling, this is a critical window—you have just three days to submit your college preferences before the choice-filling deadline on October 31, 2026.
Candidates must log in to upneet.gov.in, verify their merit list rank, and fill and lock their college choices by October 31, 2026, at 5 PM to participate in Round 3 seat allotment.
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Unlock My College ListWhen Did Registration and Choice Filling Open?
Registration for Round 3 opened on October 26, 2026, at 5 PM and closed on October 28, 2026, at 2 PM. Only candidates who paid the required counselling fee during this window appear in the merit list. If you missed the registration deadline, you will not be eligible for Round 3 and will have to wait for mop-up or stray vacancy rounds.
Choice filling began immediately after registration closed, on October 28, 2026, at 5 PM. This gives you a narrow window of just three days to research colleges, check your eligibility, and submit your preferences. The choice-filling portal closes on October 31, 2026, at 5 PM—after which no changes can be made.
How to Check Your Merit List Rank on upneet.gov.in
To view your merit list and rank, visit the official counselling website at upneet.gov.in. Look for the link to the UP NEET UG 2026 Round 3 merit list. You will need to enter your NEET UG roll number and other required details to access your rank and eligibility status.
Once your details are verified, your merit list rank and seat eligibility will appear on the screen. Download and save a copy of this page for your records. Your rank determines which colleges and courses you are eligible to apply for in this round.
- Visit upneet.gov.in
- Click on the Round 3 merit list link
- Enter your NEET UG roll number and required details
- View your rank and eligibility
- Download and save the page
What Colleges and Seats Are Available in Round 3?
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Round 3 offers state quota MBBS and BDS seats in government and private medical and dental colleges across Uttar Pradesh. The exact number and distribution of seats varies by college and course. Before filling your choices, check the seat matrix (the official list of available seats by college, course, and category) to understand which colleges have vacancies in your category.
Your eligibility depends on your NEET UG rank, your category (General, OBC, SC, ST), and whether you qualify for any reserved seats. Not all colleges will be open to all ranks. Use your merit list rank to shortlist colleges where you have a realistic chance of admission.
How to Fill and Lock Your College Choices
Log in to the upneet.gov.in portal using your credentials. You will see a list of available colleges and courses. Rank them in order of your preference—place your most-preferred college first, second-most-preferred second, and so on. You can add as many choices as you wish, but the order matters: the system will allot you the highest-ranked college from your list where you are eligible.
After arranging your choices, you must lock them before the deadline. Locked choices cannot be changed. If you do not lock your choices manually, the system will automatically lock all your choices at 5 PM on October 31, 2026. Once locked, your choices are final and will be used for seat allotment.
- Log in to upneet.gov.in with your roll number and password
- View the list of available colleges and courses
- Rank colleges in order of preference (most preferred first)
- Lock your choices before October 31, 2026, 5 PM
- Unlocked choices will auto-lock at the deadline
What Happens After Choice Filling Closes?
After the choice-filling window closes on October 31, 2026, at 5 PM, the DGME will process all submitted preferences and generate the seat allotment result. This result will be released on November 2, 2026. Seat allotment is based on your merit rank and your preference order—the system will try to allot you the highest-ranked college from your list where a seat is available.
Once the result is out, you will be able to download your allotment letter from the portal. If you are allotted a seat, you must report to the allotted college between November 3 and 7, 2026, to complete admission formalities. Failure to report within this window may result in forfeiture of your seat.
- Seat allotment result released on November 2, 2026
- Download your allotment letter from upneet.gov.in
- Report to your allotted college between November 3–7, 2026
- Complete admission formalities and document verification
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Why Round 3 Is Your Last Chance Before Mop-Up
Round 3 is the final main counselling round in Uttar Pradesh before mop-up and stray vacancy stages begin. If you did not secure a seat in Rounds 1 and 2, this is your last opportunity to participate in the regular counselling process. After Round 3, any remaining vacant seats will be filled through mop-up rounds, which typically have fewer seats and stricter timelines.
Mop-up and stray vacancy rounds are unpredictable—the number of seats available, the colleges participating, and the eligibility criteria can vary. Participating actively in Round 3 gives you a better chance of securing a seat in a college of your choice rather than waiting for mop-up, where options are limited.
Key Dates to Remember for Round 3
Mark these dates on your calendar to avoid missing any deadlines. The choice-filling window is very short—only three days—so plan ahead. If you are unsure about your eligibility or which colleges to choose, reach out to your school counsellor or the DGME helpline before October 31.
After allotment, the reporting window is also tight (November 3–7). Ensure you have all required documents ready and plan your travel to the allotted college in advance. Missing the reporting deadline will result in cancellation of your seat.
- October 28, 2026, 5 PM: Choice filling opens
- October 31, 2026, 5 PM: Choice filling closes (FINAL DEADLINE)
- November 2, 2026: Seat allotment result released
- November 3–7, 2026: Reporting window at allotted college
What to Do If You Don't Get a Seat in Round 3
If you are not allotted a seat in Round 3, do not lose hope. The DGME will announce mop-up rounds to fill any remaining vacancies. Watch the upneet.gov.in portal and official DGME announcements for mop-up round notices. Mop-up rounds typically have shorter timelines and fewer seats, but they are still an opportunity to secure admission.
In some cases, colleges may also announce stray vacancy rounds for seats that remain unfilled even after mop-up. These rounds are usually announced by individual colleges and may have different eligibility criteria. Stay alert and check the portal regularly.
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What is the deadline to fill choices for UP NEET UG 2026 Round 3?
The choice-filling window closes on October 31, 2026, at 5 PM. This is the final deadline. Any choices not locked by this time will be automatically locked by the system. No changes can be made after 5 PM on October 31.
How do I check my merit list rank for UP NEET UG Round 3?
Visit upneet.gov.in and click on the Round 3 merit list link. Enter your NEET UG roll number and required details. Your rank and eligibility will be displayed. Download and save a copy for your records.
When will the seat allotment result for Round 3 be released?
The seat allotment result will be released on November 2, 2026. You can download your allotment letter from upneet.gov.in on that date.
What should I do after I receive my allotment letter?
After receiving your allotment letter on November 2, you must report to your allotted college between November 3 and 7, 2026. Bring all required documents and complete admission formalities. Failure to report within this window will result in forfeiture of your seat.
Can I change my choices after locking them?
No. Once you lock your choices, they cannot be changed. If you do not manually lock your choices, they will be automatically locked at 5 PM on October 31, 2026. Choose carefully before locking.
What happens if I don't get a seat in Round 3?
If you are not allotted a seat in Round 3, you can participate in mop-up rounds. The DGME will announce mop-up round dates and procedures on upneet.gov.in. Mop-up rounds fill remaining vacant seats, though options may be limited.
Is Round 3 the last counselling round in Uttar Pradesh?
Round 3 is the final main counselling round. After Round 3, mop-up and stray vacancy rounds will be conducted to fill any remaining seats. These rounds have fewer seats and shorter timelines, so participating in Round 3 is important.
Who is eligible to participate in Round 3?
Only candidates who registered and paid the required counselling fee between October 26 and October 28, 2026, appear in the Round 3 merit list and are eligible to fill choices. If you missed this window, you will have to wait for mop-up rounds.
With only three days to fill your choices, act quickly: verify your merit list rank on upneet.gov.in, shortlist eligible colleges based on your rank and budget, and lock your preferences by October 31, 2026, at 5 PM. Watch for the allotment result on November 2 and be ready to report to your allotted college by November 7.
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