The Uttar Pradesh medical counselling authority has set today, October 31, 2026, as the final deadline for NEET UG aspirants to fill and lock their college and course preferences for Round 3 counselling. The online portal at upneet.gov.in will close at 5:00 PM, and any candidate who misses this window will be excluded from the current round's seat allotment. If you have qualified for UP NEET UG counselling and have not yet submitted your preferences, this is your last chance to secure a seat in an MBBS or BDS programme across Uttar Pradesh.
Complete your choice filling and lock your preferences on upneet.gov.in by 5 PM today (October 31) or you will not be considered for seat allotment in Round 3.
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Unlock My College ListWhat Is Happening Today: The Choice Filling Deadline
The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh, is closing the online choice filling and preference locking window for Round 3 of UP NEET UG counselling 2026 today at 5:00 PM. This is the final opportunity for registered candidates who have cleared the merit list to select their preferred government or private MBBS and BDS colleges in the state.
Choice filling is the process by which you rank the colleges and courses you wish to be considered for during seat allotment. Once you lock your preferences, the DGME will use your ranked list to assign you a seat based on your merit position, availability, and your choices. Missing today's deadline means you will not receive a seat in this round and will have to wait for subsequent counselling rounds, if any.
How to Lock Your Preferences: Step-by-Step Process
To submit and lock your choices, follow these steps on the official portal upneet.gov.in. First, log in using your NEET UG roll number and password to access your candidate dashboard. Then navigate to the 'Choice Filling' section and carefully select your preferred colleges and courses—you can choose from both government and private MBBS/BDS institutions across Uttar Pradesh.
After selecting your colleges, arrange them in order of your preference. The order matters: list the college you most want to attend first, then the next most preferred, and so on. Review all your selections carefully before saving. Once you are satisfied, click the lock button and verify your identity using the OTP (one-time password) sent to your registered mobile number. This OTP verification is mandatory to permanently lock your choices.
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- Visit upneet.gov.in and log in with your roll number and password
- Go to the 'Choice Filling' section
- Select your preferred MBBS/BDS colleges in order of preference
- Review and save your selections
- Lock your choices using OTP verification sent to your registered mobile
Why You Should Not Wait Until the Last Minute
Many candidates delay their choice filling until the final hours, which often leads to server congestion and technical issues on the portal. Heavy traffic in the last few minutes can cause the website to slow down or become temporarily unavailable, leaving you unable to submit your preferences before the deadline. Even a few minutes of delay due to server issues could result in your exclusion from the round.
The DGME has advised candidates to complete their choice filling well before 5 PM to avoid such problems. If you have not yet locked your preferences, do so immediately rather than waiting for the evening. This gives you a buffer in case you encounter any technical difficulties or need to make corrections.
What Happens After You Lock Your Choices
Once the choice filling window closes at 5 PM today, the DGME will process all submitted preferences and evaluate seat allotments based on your merit rank, your preference order, and the availability of seats in each college and course. The seat allotment result will be declared on November 2, 2026.
On November 2, you will be able to download your allotment letter from the portal if you have been assigned a seat. You will then have until November 7, 2026, to report to your allotted college for document verification and to pay the admission fee. Reporting within this window is essential to confirm your admission; failure to do so may result in forfeiture of your seat.
Important Dates for Round 3 Counselling
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Keep these key dates in mind as you proceed through the counselling process. The choice filling and locking deadline is today, October 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM. The seat allotment result will be released on November 2, 2026. After that, you will have from November 3 to November 7, 2026, to download your allotment letter and report to your college.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Choice Filling & Locking Deadline | October 31, 2026 (by 5:00 PM) |
| Seat Allotment Result Declaration | November 2, 2026 |
| Allotment Letter Download & College Reporting | November 3 to November 7, 2026 |
What If You Miss the Deadline Today
If you do not lock your preferences by 5 PM today, you will be automatically excluded from Round 3 seat allotment. This means you will not receive a seat in this round, even if you are eligible. Your only option will be to participate in subsequent counselling rounds if the DGME conducts them, or to explore other admission pathways.
Missing the deadline is a serious setback because each round of counselling typically has fewer available seats as colleges fill up. Waiting for a later round significantly reduces your chances of securing admission to your preferred college or course. This is why completing your choice filling today is critical.
Tips for Making Your College Choices Wisely
Before you lock your preferences, take time to research the colleges you are considering. Look at factors such as the college's reputation, infrastructure, faculty, placement records, location, and fee structure (for private colleges). Compare government and private options based on your priorities and financial situation. Remember that government colleges typically have lower fees but may have higher cutoffs, while private colleges offer more flexibility but at a higher cost.
Arrange your choices strategically. Place colleges where you are confident of getting a seat higher in your list, but also include aspirational choices (colleges you would love to attend but have a lower chance of getting). This balanced approach maximizes your chances of securing a good seat. Do not leave your preference list incomplete; fill as many options as possible to increase your chances of allotment.
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What is the exact deadline for UP NEET UG Round 3 choice filling today?
The choice filling and preference locking portal will close at 5:00 PM on October 31, 2026. You must complete and lock your preferences before this time on upneet.gov.in. After 5 PM, the portal will shut down and you will not be able to submit or modify your choices.
What happens if I do not lock my preferences by today's deadline?
If you do not lock your preferences by 5 PM today, you will be excluded from Round 3 seat allotment. You will not receive a seat in this round. Your only option will be to participate in future counselling rounds if they are conducted, but this will reduce your chances of admission as fewer seats will be available.
How do I lock my preferences on the UP NEET UG portal?
Log in to upneet.gov.in using your NEET UG roll number and password. Navigate to the 'Choice Filling' section and select your preferred MBBS/BDS colleges in order of preference. After reviewing your selections, click save and then lock. You will receive an OTP on your registered mobile number; enter this OTP to permanently lock your choices.
When will the seat allotment result be declared?
The seat allotment result for Round 3 will be declared on November 2, 2026. You will be able to download your allotment letter from the portal on that date if you have been assigned a seat.
What is the reporting deadline after I receive my allotment letter?
After downloading your allotment letter on November 2, you must report to your allotted college between November 3 and November 7, 2026. During this period, you will complete document verification and pay the admission fee. Failing to report within this window may result in forfeiture of your seat.
Can I change my preferences after locking them?
No, once you lock your preferences using OTP verification, they cannot be changed. This is why it is important to review your choices carefully before locking. Make sure your colleges are listed in the correct order of preference before you finalize.
Should I include both government and private colleges in my preference list?
Yes, you can include both government and private MBBS/BDS colleges in your preference list. The choice is yours based on your priorities, merit rank, and financial situation. Including a mix of colleges with varying cutoffs increases your chances of securing a seat.
What should I do if I face technical issues while filling my preferences?
If you encounter technical problems, try logging out and logging back in, or try using a different browser or device. Avoid waiting until the last minute; complete your choice filling well before 5 PM to give yourself time to troubleshoot any issues. If problems persist, contact the DGME support team through the official portal.
Today is your final opportunity to secure your place in UP NEET UG Round 3 counselling. Log in to upneet.gov.in immediately, carefully select and arrange your college preferences, and lock them before 5 PM. Do not delay—server congestion in the final hours could prevent you from submitting your choices. Once locked, your seat allotment result will be declared on November 2.
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