Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Uttarakhand Medical Education University (HNBUMU) has released the official schedule for Round 3 of Uttarakhand State Centralised Counselling for NEET UG 2026. This is the third and final round of seat allocation for MBBS and BDS courses in Uttarakhand. Online registration and choice filling will open on 29 September 2026 and close on 5 October 2026 at 5:00 PM. The allotment result will be declared on 9 October 2026, and candidates must join their allotted college by 14 October 2026. This notice sets out every critical date and process you must follow to secure your seat.
Round 3 registration opens 29 Sept and closes 5 Oct 2026 at 5 PM; you must register online, fill choices, and join your allotted college by 14 Oct or lose your seat.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is Round 3 Counselling and Who Should Apply
Round 3 is the third and final round of seat allocation in Uttarakhand's centralised counselling for NEET UG 2026. It is open to all candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026 and meet the eligibility criteria set by the National Medical Commission (NMC), Dental Council of India (DCI), and the Government of Uttarakhand.
This round is particularly important for float candidates — those who were allotted a seat in Round 1 or Round 2 but did not join, or who joined but now wish to upgrade to a better seat. Float candidates can participate in Round 3 without paying the registration fee again, but they must complete mandatory re-registration.
If you did not get a seat in Rounds 1 or 2, or if you are a float candidate seeking upgradation, Round 3 is your opportunity. However, you must complete all registration and choice-filling steps by the deadline to be considered.
- Open to all NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates meeting NMC/DCI and Uttarakhand government norms
- Includes new candidates registering for the first time
- Includes previously registered candidates re-registering
- Includes float candidates from Rounds 1 and 2 seeking seat upgradation
Important Dates: Registration, Choice Filling, and Joining
The entire Round 3 process is compressed into a tight timeline. Registration and choice filling must be completed within a single window: 29 September to 5 October 2026, with the portal closing at 5:00 PM on 5 October (server time). Missing this deadline means you cannot participate in Round 3.
After the choice-filling window closes, the university will process your data on 7 and 8 October. The allotment result will be declared on 9 October 2026. You will then have until 14 October 2026 to join your allotted college. Joining means reporting to the college, completing admission formalities, and paying fees as required by the institution.
If you were admitted in Round 1 or Round 2 and wish to withdraw or resign your seat to participate in Round 3 for upgradation, you must do so by 5 October 2026 at 5:00 PM. When you withdraw, your security deposit will be forfeited.
| Activity | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Online registration, form filling, choice filling and locking (New candidates) | 29 September – 5 October 2026 (up to 5:00 PM, server time) |
| Online re-registration, form filling, choice filling and locking (Previously registered candidates) | 29 September – 5 October 2026 (up to 5:00 PM, server time) |
| Mandatory online re-registration for float candidates seeking upgradation (no fee required) | 29 September – 5 October 2026 (up to 5:00 PM, server time) |
| Last date to surrender/withdraw/resign from Round 1 & 2 seats (security deposit forfeited) | 5 October 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Final seat matrix display | 6 October 2026 |
| Data processing | 7 October & 8 October 2026 |
| Declaration of allotment result | 9 October 2026 |
| Last date to join allotted college | 14 October 2026 |
Who Must Register: Three Categories of Candidates
The notice identifies three distinct groups of candidates, each with slightly different registration requirements. Understanding which category you fall into is essential because it determines whether you pay a fee and what form of registration you must complete.
New candidates are those registering for the first time in any round of Uttarakhand counselling. You must complete full online registration, pay the registration fee and security amount, fill your choice form, and lock your choices by 5 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Previously registered candidates are those who registered in Round 1 or Round 2 but did not get a seat, or got a seat but did not join. You do not need to pay the fee again; you only need to log in, complete re-registration, update your form if needed, fill your choices afresh, and lock them by the deadline.
Float candidates are those who were allotted a seat in Round 1 or Round 2 and either joined or did not join, but now wish to participate in Round 3 for upgradation. You must complete mandatory re-registration but do not pay the registration fee or security amount again. This is a key advantage for float candidates.
- New candidates: Full registration + fee payment required
- Previously registered candidates: Re-registration only, no fee
- Float candidates: Mandatory re-registration, no fee, seeking upgradation
Registration Fee and Security Amount: Payment Method
All candidates — whether new, previously registered, or float candidates — must pay the registration fee and security amount online. However, float candidates do not pay this fee; they only re-register.
Payment must be made by Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking only. No other payment method (cash, cheque, demand draft, or offline payment) is accepted. Ensure you have access to one of these payment methods before you begin registration.
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The notice does not specify the exact amount of the registration fee or security deposit. You will see the fee amount on the registration portal when you log in. Keep a record of your payment confirmation for your records.
- Payment method: Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking only
- No cash, cheque, or offline payment accepted
- New and previously registered candidates must pay; float candidates do not
- Exact fee amount will be displayed on the registration portal
How to Register: Step-by-Step Process
Registration is entirely online through the HNBUMU counselling portal. You will need your NEET UG 2026 roll number, registration number (if previously registered), and valid identity proof to begin.
Step 1: Visit the HNBUMU website (www.hnbumu.ac.in) and log in to the Round 3 counselling portal using your credentials. If you are a new candidate, you will create a new account; if previously registered, use your existing login.
Step 2: Complete your registration form with all required personal, educational, and contact details. Ensure all information is accurate and matches your NEET admit card and other official documents.
Step 3: Pay the registration fee and security amount (if applicable) using your credit card, debit card, or net banking. You will receive a payment confirmation; save this.
Step 4: Fill your choice form by selecting colleges and courses in order of preference. You can choose from MBBS and BDS seats available in Uttarakhand colleges as per the final seat matrix.
Step 5: Lock your choices by 5 October 2026 at 5:00 PM. Once locked, you cannot change your choices. Do not lock until you are completely certain of your preference order.
The notice emphasizes that the latest information and procedure will be uploaded on the university website based on directions from the Government of India, Medical Counselling Committee, NMC, DCI, and the Uttarakhand government. Check the website regularly for any updates or changes to the procedure.
- Visit www.hnbumu.ac.in and access the Round 3 counselling portal
- Log in with your credentials (new account for new candidates, existing login for previously registered)
- Fill your registration form completely and accurately
- Pay registration fee and security amount online (credit/debit card or net banking)
- Fill your choice form with colleges and courses in order of preference
- Lock your choices by 5 October 2026 at 5:00 PM — this is final and cannot be changed
- Check the website regularly for updates to the procedure
Choice Filling: How to Select Your Colleges and Courses
After registration and payment, you will fill your choice form. This is where you list the colleges and courses you are willing to accept, in order of preference. The system will match your choices against available seats based on your NEET rank and category.
You can choose from MBBS and BDS seats available in Uttarakhand colleges. The final seat matrix — showing exactly which seats are available in which colleges — will be displayed on 6 October 2026. However, you should fill your choices based on the colleges and courses you know are available, and you can update your choices if the final matrix reveals new information (though you must lock by 5 October).
Arrange your choices in strict order of preference. The allotment algorithm will offer you the highest-ranked choice for which you are eligible. If you do not get that choice, it will move to your second choice, and so on. Therefore, put your most-desired college and course first, and your least-desired last.
Do not leave choices blank if you are willing to accept a seat. The more choices you fill, the higher your chances of getting allotted a seat. However, only fill choices for colleges and courses you are genuinely willing to join.
- List colleges and courses in strict order of preference
- First choice is your most-desired; last choice is your least-desired
- The system will offer you the highest-ranked choice for which you are eligible
- Fill as many choices as you are willing to accept
- Do not leave choices blank if you want a seat
- Final seat matrix will be displayed on 6 October; you can review before locking on 5 October
Float Candidates and Seat Upgradation: Special Rules
If you were allotted a seat in Round 1 or Round 2 and either joined the college or did not join, you are classified as a float candidate. Round 3 gives you the opportunity to upgrade to a better seat (higher-ranked college or course) if available.
To participate in Round 3 as a float candidate, you must complete mandatory re-registration between 29 September and 5 October 2026. Importantly, you do not pay the registration fee or security amount again — this is a significant benefit. You only re-register and fill your choices.
If you were admitted in Round 1 or Round 2 and wish to withdraw or resign your current seat to participate in Round 3, you must do so by 5 October 2026 at 5:00 PM. When you withdraw, your security deposit will be forfeited (you will lose the money you paid as security). The detailed procedure for surrender, withdrawal, and resignation has been uploaded separately on the university website — read it carefully before withdrawing.
After Round 3 allotment, if you are allotted a better seat, you will join that new college. If you are not allotted a new seat, your original Round 1 or Round 2 seat remains valid, and you must join that college by 14 October 2026.
- Float candidates: those allotted a seat in Round 1 or 2 (whether joined or not)
- Mandatory re-registration required; no fee payment
- To withdraw from Round 1/2 seat: do so by 5 October 2026 at 5:00 PM
- Security deposit is forfeited upon withdrawal
- Detailed withdrawal procedure available on university website
- If not allotted in Round 3, your original seat remains valid
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Allotment Result and Joining Your College
The allotment result will be declared on 9 October 2026. You will log into the counselling portal and view your allotted college, course (MBBS or BDS), and seat category. The result will show whether you have been allotted a seat and, if so, which college and course.
Once you know your allotment, you must join the college by 14 October 2026. Joining means physically reporting to the college, completing admission formalities (submitting original documents, filling admission forms, paying fees), and enrolling as a student. Do not delay — if you do not join by 14 October, your seat will be cancelled and offered to the next candidate.
The notice does not specify the exact documents you must bring to join or the fees you must pay at the college. Contact your allotted college directly for a list of required documents and the fee structure. Typically, you will need your NEET admit card, allotment letter, mark sheet, category certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and other identity and educational documents.
If you do not join by 14 October 2026, you will lose your seat. There is no extension of the joining deadline. Plan your travel and document collection in advance.
- Allotment result declared on 9 October 2026
- Check the portal to see your allotted college and course
- Join the college by 14 October 2026 — this is the final deadline
- Joining means reporting to the college and completing admission formalities
- Contact your allotted college for the list of required documents and fees
- Failure to join by 14 October results in cancellation of your seat
Important Trap: Server Time and Deadline Precision
The notice repeatedly specifies that all deadlines are in 'server time' — the time on the HNBUMU counselling portal server, not your local time or your computer's clock. This is critical because if your computer's clock is even a few minutes fast or slow, you may miss the deadline.
The registration and choice-filling window closes at exactly 5:00 PM server time on 5 October 2026. If you attempt to submit your form at 5:01 PM server time, the portal will reject it. You will not be able to register or fill choices after this moment.
To avoid this trap: (1) Complete your registration and choice filling well before 5 October — ideally by 4 October or early morning on 5 October. (2) Do not wait until the last day or last hour. (3) Check the server time on the portal itself before you begin, and synchronize your clock if needed. (4) If you are filling choices, lock them at least 30 minutes before 5:00 PM to ensure the system processes your submission in time.
Similarly, the deadline to withdraw from a Round 1 or 2 seat is 5 October 2026 at 5:00 PM server time. If you are a float candidate and wish to withdraw, do so well before this time.
- All deadlines are in server time (HNBUMU portal time), not local time
- Registration and choice filling close at 5:00 PM server time on 5 October 2026 — no extensions
- Do not wait until the last day; complete registration by 4 October if possible
- Lock your choices at least 30 minutes before 5:00 PM to ensure submission
- Check the server time on the portal before you begin
Website Updates and Changes to Procedure
The notice emphasizes that the latest information and procedure will be uploaded on the HNBUMU website (www.hnbumu.ac.in) based on directions from the Government of India, Medical Counselling Committee, NMC, DCI, and the Uttarakhand government. This means the procedure described in this notice may change if new guidelines are issued.
The notice states: 'The latest directions uploaded on the website by UK NEET–UG 2026 counselling board will only be applicable and will replace any such condition/term/rules mentioned in the information bulletin.' In other words, if the website shows a different procedure or deadline, follow the website version, not this notice.
The university also reserves the right to modify the counselling schedule if necessary. This could mean dates may shift, or the process may change. You are responsible for checking the website regularly for updates.
Action: Visit www.hnbumu.ac.in at least once a week from now until you join your college. Check for any new notices, updates to the procedure, or changes to dates. Do not assume this notice is the final word — the website is the authoritative source.
- Check www.hnbumu.ac.in regularly for updates and changes
- Website directions override this notice if they differ
- Dates and procedure may change based on government directives
- No separate information will be sent to candidates — you must check the website
- University reserves the right to modify the schedule
Stray Vacancy Round (If Any)
After Round 3, if seats remain unfilled, the university may conduct a Stray Vacancy round to fill those seats. However, the notice does not provide details about when or how this round will be conducted.
The notice states: 'Stray Vacancy round counseling (If any) schedule & Procedure will be uploaded separately.' This means if a stray vacancy round is held, the schedule and procedure will be announced on the website at a later date.
If you do not get a seat in Round 3, keep checking the website for news of a stray vacancy round. However, do not count on it — it is only conducted if seats remain unfilled, which is not guaranteed.
- Stray vacancy round may be held if seats remain unfilled after Round 3
- Schedule and procedure will be uploaded separately on the website
- Check the website regularly for stray vacancy round announcements
- Do not assume a stray vacancy round will be held
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
When does Round 3 registration open and close?
Online registration opens on 29 September 2026 and closes on 5 October 2026 at 5:00 PM (server time). This is a single window for registration, form filling, choice filling, and locking. You must complete all steps by 5 October at 5:00 PM or you cannot participate in Round 3.
I was allotted a seat in Round 2 but did not join. Can I participate in Round 3?
Yes. You are a float candidate. You must complete mandatory re-registration between 29 September and 5 October 2026. You do not pay the registration fee again — only re-register and fill your choices. If you wish to withdraw from your Round 2 seat to participate in Round 3, you must do so by 5 October 2026 at 5:00 PM, and your security deposit will be forfeited.
What payment methods are accepted for the registration fee?
Only Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking. No cash, cheque, or offline payment is accepted. Ensure you have access to one of these payment methods before you begin registration.
When will the allotment result be declared?
The allotment result will be declared on 9 October 2026. You will log into the counselling portal to view your allotted college and course.
What is the last date to join my allotted college?
The last date to join is 14 October 2026. Joining means physically reporting to the college, completing admission formalities, and enrolling as a student. If you do not join by this date, your seat will be cancelled.
What documents do I need to bring when I join the college?
The notice does not specify the exact documents required. Contact your allotted college directly for a list of required documents. Typically, you will need your NEET admit card, allotment letter, mark sheet, category certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and identity proof.
Can I change my choices after I lock them?
No. Once you lock your choices by 5 October 2026 at 5:00 PM, you cannot change them. Therefore, ensure you are completely certain of your preference order before locking.
What happens if I do not get a seat in Round 3?
If you are a float candidate (allotted in Round 1 or 2), your original seat remains valid, and you must join that college by 14 October 2026. If you are a new candidate or previously registered candidate who did not get a seat in Round 3, you may be eligible for a stray vacancy round if seats remain unfilled. Check the website for stray vacancy announcements.
What is the difference between 'server time' and my local time?
Server time is the time on the HNBUMU counselling portal server. All deadlines are in server time, not your local time. Your computer's clock may differ from server time. Check the server time on the portal itself before you begin registration, and complete your submission well before the deadline to avoid missing it due to time differences.
Will the procedure or dates change after this notice is issued?
Yes, possibly. The notice states that the latest information will be uploaded on the website based on directions from the Government of India, Medical Counselling Committee, NMC, DCI, and the Uttarakhand government. If the website shows a different procedure or date, follow the website version. Check www.hnbumu.ac.in regularly for updates.
I am a new candidate registering for the first time. Do I pay the registration fee?
Yes. New candidates must pay the registration fee and security amount online using a credit card, debit card, or net banking. Previously registered candidates and float candidates do not pay the fee again.
What is the final seat matrix and when will it be displayed?
The final seat matrix shows exactly which MBBS and BDS seats are available in which Uttarakhand colleges for Round 3. It will be displayed on 6 October 2026. You can review it before locking your choices on 5 October 2026.
Round 3 is your final opportunity to secure a seat in an Uttarakhand MBBS or BDS college for 2026. Register online between 29 September and 5 October 2026 at 5:00 PM (server time), fill your choices carefully, and lock them before the deadline. Check the allotment result on 9 October and join your allotted college by 14 October 2026. Visit www.hnbumu.ac.in regularly for any updates or changes to the procedure. Do not miss any deadline — there are no extensions.
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