The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh, has released the Round 3 seat matrix for UP NEET UG 2026 counselling. This matrix shows all available MBBS and BDS vacancies across government, autonomous, private, and minority colleges in the state. If you are a registered candidate in Round 3, you must review this matrix, fill your college choices, and lock them by October 31, 2026 at 5 PM. Missing this deadline means losing your chance in the final online state counselling round before the mop-up stage.
Download the Round 3 seat matrix from upneet.gov.in, shortlist colleges based on your rank and category, and lock your choices by October 31, 2026 at 5 PM—this is your last chance in the main online counselling.
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Unlock My College ListWhat the Round 3 Seat Matrix Contains
The Round 3 seat matrix is a PDF document listing all vacant MBBS and BDS seats available in this round. These vacancies come from two sources: seats that were returned after candidates upgraded to better colleges in Round 2, and seats left empty because candidates did not join their allotted colleges. The matrix is organized by college, course (MBBS or BDS), and category (General, OBC, SC, ST, and others as applicable).
You can view the matrix without logging in—it is published on the news and notification page of the official portal. The document shows the exact number of seats available at each institution, helping you make an informed choice about where to apply. Since this is the third and final online round before the stray vacancy (mop-up) stage, the number of available seats is typically smaller than in earlier rounds.
How to Download and Review the Seat Matrix
Accessing the seat matrix is straightforward and takes only a few minutes. Visit upneet.gov.in on your browser, then navigate to the News and Notification section on the home page. Look for the link labeled 'Round 3 Seat Matrix 2026' and click it to download the PDF file. Save the file to your device so you can refer to it while filling your choices.
- Visit upneet.gov.in
- Click on News and Notification section
- Find and open the Round 3 Seat Matrix 2026 link
- Download the PDF and save it
- Review vacancies by college, course, and category
Critical Deadlines for Round 3 Counselling
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The DGME has set a compressed timeline for Round 3 activities, so tracking each deadline is essential. Online registration for Round 3 closed on October 28, 2026 at 2 PM, and the merit list was declared the same day. If you registered and paid your fee by October 28 at 3 PM, you are eligible to fill choices in this round.
- Online registration: October 26 (5 PM) to October 28 (2 PM) — CLOSED
- Fee payment deadline: October 28, 2026 at 3 PM — CLOSED
- Merit list declaration: October 28, 2026 — RELEASED
- Choice filling and locking: October 28 (5 PM) to October 31 (5 PM) — ACTIVE NOW
- Seat allotment result: November 2, 2026
- Admission at allotted college: November 3 to November 7, 2026
Who Is Eligible to Fill Choices in Round 3
Only candidates who registered for Round 3 between October 26 and October 28, 2026 can fill choices now. If you did not register during this window, you cannot participate in Round 3 online counselling. Fresh registration is not permitted at this stage.
Additionally, candidates who were allotted a seat in Round 2 but chose not to join their college can also participate in Round 3. These candidates are eligible to upgrade to a better college or course if they meet the criteria. The portal displays the specific upgradation rules for Round 2 allottees, so check the official website for details about your eligibility.
Step-by-Step Guide to Filling and Locking Your Choices
Once you have reviewed the seat matrix and identified colleges that match your rank and preferences, log in to upneet.gov.in using your Round 3 credentials. The choice-filling portal will display a list of colleges and courses available to you based on your merit rank and category. You can select multiple colleges in order of preference—the system will allot you a seat at the highest-ranked college on your list for which you are eligible.
- Log in to upneet.gov.in with your Round 3 registration number and password
- Review the seat matrix PDF alongside the online portal
- Shortlist colleges based on your rank, category, and career goals
- Enter your college choices in order of preference (most preferred first)
- Double-check your selections before locking
- Click 'Lock Choices' before 5 PM on October 31, 2026
- Save your confirmation receipt for records
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Why Round 3 Is Your Last Chance in Main Counselling
Uttar Pradesh has approximately 14,000 MBBS seats—the second-highest number of any state in India. Despite this large capacity, Round 3 is the final online state counselling round before the stray vacancy (mop-up) stage. After Round 3, the remaining vacant seats are filled through a separate, often less organized process with fewer choices and tighter timelines.
If you miss the October 31 deadline to lock your choices, you will not be able to participate in Round 3 allotment. You would then have to wait for the stray vacancy round, where seat availability is unpredictable and the process moves quickly. For this reason, treating the October 31 deadline as non-negotiable is critical to securing a seat in a college of your choice.
What Happens After You Lock Your Choices
After the choice-filling window closes on October 31 at 5 PM, the DGME will process all locked choices and generate the seat allotment result. This result will be declared on November 2, 2026. You will be able to view your allotment status on the portal using your login credentials—check whether you have been allotted a seat, and if so, at which college and in which course.
If you receive an allotment, you must report to your allotted college between November 3 and November 7, 2026 to complete admission formalities. This includes document verification, fee payment, and hostel registration if applicable. Failure to report within this window may result in forfeiture of your seat. If you do not receive an allotment in Round 3, you will be eligible for the stray vacancy round; watch the official portal for its schedule.
Practical Tips for Making Your Round 3 Choices
Before filling choices, take time to research the colleges listed in the seat matrix. Consider factors such as college reputation, location, hostel facilities, and placement records. Compare your rank against the expected cutoffs for each college and category—while official cutoffs for Round 3 are not published in advance, you can estimate based on Round 1 and Round 2 cutoffs.
Be strategic about the order of your preferences. Place colleges you genuinely want to attend at the top, in order of preference. The allotment algorithm will assign you a seat at the highest-ranked college on your list for which you qualify. Avoid leaving the choice list incomplete; fill as many colleges as you are willing to join, as this increases your chances of receiving an allotment.
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
When does choice filling close for UP NEET UG Round 3 2026?
Choice filling closes on October 31, 2026 at 5 PM. You must lock your choices before this deadline. After 5 PM on October 31, the portal will not accept any new choices or changes.
Where can I download the UP NEET UG Round 3 seat matrix?
Visit upneet.gov.in, go to the News and Notification section on the home page, and click the link for 'Round 3 Seat Matrix 2026'. The PDF is available for free download without login. Save it to your device for reference while filling choices.
Can I register for Round 3 if I missed the October 28 deadline?
No. Registration for Round 3 closed on October 28, 2026 at 2 PM. Fresh registration is not allowed after this date. If you did not register during the window, you cannot participate in Round 3 online counselling.
What if I was allotted a seat in Round 2 but did not join? Can I participate in Round 3?
Yes. Candidates allotted a seat in Round 2 who did not join their college are eligible to participate in Round 3. You can upgrade to a better college or course if you meet the eligibility criteria. Check the official portal for the specific upgradation rules applicable to you.
When will the Round 3 seat allotment result be declared?
The seat allotment result will be declared on November 2, 2026. You can check your allotment status on upneet.gov.in using your login credentials. If allotted, you must report to your college between November 3 and November 7, 2026.
What happens if I do not receive an allotment in Round 3?
If you do not receive an allotment in Round 3, you will be eligible for the stray vacancy (mop-up) round. Watch the official portal upneet.gov.in for the schedule and process of the stray vacancy round. Seats in this round are typically limited and fill quickly.
Can I change my choices after locking them?
No. Once you lock your choices, you cannot modify them. The system will not allow any changes after locking. Review your choices carefully before clicking the 'Lock' button.
Is the seat matrix the same for MBBS and BDS candidates?
The seat matrix is a single PDF document that includes both MBBS and BDS vacancies. It is organized by college, course, and category. You can view vacancies for both courses in the same document and choose based on your preference and eligibility.
Download the Round 3 seat matrix today, review it carefully against your rank and category, and finalize your college choices well before the October 31 deadline at 5 PM. Mark November 2 on your calendar to check your allotment result, and if allotted, ensure you report to your college between November 3 and November 7 to secure your admission.
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