Deepti · September 25, 2026 
No, candidates cannot update their choices after the Round 3 choice-filling deadline. MCC has scheduled NEET UG Round 3 choice filling until September 28, 2026, at 12 noon as per server time. MCC has added 183 new MBBS and BDS seats to the Round 3 matrix, and the NEET UG Round 3 result 2026 is scheduled for September 30.
The new seats can affect the allotment process for candidates whose submitted choices and eligibility match these seats. The 183 figure does not represent 183 new MBBS seats. It includes 83 MBBS seats and 100 BDS seats across six listed institutions in Maharashtra, Puducherry, Tripura, Uttarakhand and Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
Candidates should understand one more detail before checking the result. MCC publishes newly added seats, clear vacancies and virtual vacancies as separate Round 3 documents. Each category represents a different seat status.
NEET UG Round 3 Seat Allotment Date 2026
MCC’s official Round 3 schedule sets the following timeline for MBBS, BDS and other covered UG counselling seats:
| Round 3 event | Date |
|---|---|
| Tentative seat matrix verification | September 21, 2026 |
| Registration and fee payment | September 22–27, 2026 |
| Choice filling | September 23–28, 2026 |
| Choice filling closes | September 28, 12 noon |
| Choice locking | September 27, 7 PM to September 28, 12 noon |
| Seat allotment processing | September 28–29, 2026 |
| Round 3 allotment result | September 30, 2026 |
| Reporting at allotted institute | October 1–9, 2026 |
| Joined-candidate verification | October 10, 2026 |
MCC states that the time limits follow server time. Candidates should rely on the schedule published on the official MCC UG counselling page for any further notice or revision.
MCC Adds 183 New MBBS and BDS Seats in Round 3
MCC’s official UG Current Events page lists the “NEWLY ADDED SEATS ROUND 3 (MBBS BDS) – UG COUNSELLING 2026” document along with separate Round 3 virtual-vacancy and clear-vacancy files.
The newly added seat list contains 183 seats in total.
| State/UT | Institute | Course | New seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra | Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Government Medical College, Ahilyanagar | MBBS | 15 |
| Maharashtra | Datta Meghe Dental College, Hospital and Research Centre, Nagpur | BDS | 100 |
| Puducherry | Vinayaka Missions Medical College, Karaikal | MBBS | 50 |
| Tripura | Agartala Government Medical College | MBBS | 1 |
| Uttarakhand | Late Jagjivan Ram Government Medical College, Pithoragarh | MBBS | 7 |
| Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu | NAMO Medical Education & Research Institute, Government Medical College, Silvassa | MBBS | 3 |
| Total | 183 | ||
MCC’s published Round 3 data gives the same institute-wise total of 183 seats.
How Are the 183 Seats Split?
The split matters for students who search specifically for medical seats.
83 seats are MBBS.
100 seats are BDS.
Maharashtra receives the largest addition with 115 seats. The figure includes 15 MBBS seats at Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Government Medical College and 100 BDS seats at Datta Meghe Dental College, Hospital and Research Centre. Puducherry receives 50 MBBS seats. Tripura receives 8 MBBS seats. Uttarakhand receives 7 MBBS seats. The Silvassa institute receives 3 MBBS seats.
Candidates can verify the latest seat files from the official MCC Current Events UG page before relying on screenshots or forwarded PDFs.
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Where Were the New MBBS Seats Added?
The 83 new MBBS seats appear across five institutions.
Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Government Medical College, Ahilyanagar gets 15 MBBS seats. MCC’s listed category breakup shows 4 BC, 1 EW, 7 OP, 2 SC and 1 ST seat.
Vinayaka Missions Medical College, Karaikal receives 50 MBBS seats.
Agartala Government Medical College receives 8 MBBS seats. The list shows 2 BC, 1 EW, 3 OP, 1 SC and 1 ST seat.
Late Jagjivan Ram Government Medical College, Pithoragarh receives 7 MBBS seats. The list includes an OP-PH seat along with BC, EW, OP and SC seats.
NAMO Medical Education & Research Institute, Government Medical College, Silvassa receives 3 MBBS seats under the listed BC, OP and SC categories.
The category-wise details matter because a headline number alone cannot tell every candidate which seat applies to their counselling profile.
Why Do 183 New Seats Matter for Round 3?
A larger seat pool can change the set of seats considered during MCC Round 3 seat allotment 2026. The effect will vary by course, category, quota, eligibility and submitted choices.
A newly added seat does not guarantee an allotment.
A candidate still needs a relevant choice in the submitted preference list. The candidate must satisfy the applicable eligibility conditions. The allotment process must match the candidate with a seat under the applicable rules.
Think of the seat matrix as a building with multiple doors. MCC opening 183 new doors creates more possible entry points. Your rank, eligibility and submitted choices still determine which doors you can use.
The new seats can matter most for candidates who already included the relevant college and course in their Round 3 choices. Candidates who did not submit a particular preference should not assume the system will add that preference automatically.
Newly Added Seats vs Clear Vacancy vs Virtual Vacancy
These three terms create confusion during every counselling round. MCC publishes them separately for Round 3.
| Seat type | Simple meaning | What candidates should understand |
|---|---|---|
| Newly Added Seat | A seat newly introduced in the Round 3 seat information | It enters the Round 3 matrix as a new seat |
| Clear Vacancy | A seat currently shown as vacant for the round | The seat can enter the allotment pool under the applicable rules |
| Virtual Vacancy | A seat that may become vacant because of seat movement or upgradation | The seat depends on what happens during allotment |
A newly added seat increases the seat information available for the round.
A clear vacancy represents a seat that is already vacant in the relevant vacancy list.
A virtual vacancy represents a possible vacancy linked to movement from a seat already held by another candidate. The seat may become available when that movement occurs.
Candidates should not add the three figures together and treat the result as one pool of guaranteed seats. MCC maintains separate files for these categories for a reason.
Should You Update Your Choices After MCC Adds 183 Seats?
The answer depends on the deadline.
MCC’s official schedule sets September 28, 2026, at 12 noon as the closing time for Round 3 choice filling. Choice locking runs during the same closing window.
After the deadline passes, candidates cannot make fresh choice changes through the normal Round 3 choice-filling window.
Candidates should focus on the choices they already submitted.
- Review the saved copy of your choices.
- Verify the order of your preferred colleges and courses.
- Make sure each preference has the correct course attached.
- Also verify the quota and category details shown in the matrix.
Monitor the NEET UG Round 3 result 2026 on the official MCC portal.
Candidates who want a detailed understanding of preference planning can read Career Plan B’s NEET UG 2026 Choice Filling Guide for a broader counselling perspective.
What Should Candidates Do Before the NEET UG Round 3 Result 2026?
The waiting period still gives candidates useful work to complete.
Check your locked choices
Keep a copy of the final submitted preference list. Verify the college, course and order.
Check the latest seat matrix
Do not rely on an old Round 2 PDF. MCC has published separate Round 3 files for newly added seats, clear vacancies and virtual vacancies.
Check your documents
Keep your NEET documents, identity proof, category certificates and other required records ready for reporting. Career Plan B’s NEET UG 2026 Document Requirements guide can help candidates organise their counselling paperwork.
Check institute details
MCC provides a Participating Institute Details NEET UG 2026 link on its UG counselling page. Candidates can use the official portal to verify participating institutions and counselling information.
Check the result on September 30
MCC has scheduled Round 3 allotment processing for September 28–29 and the result for September 30. Candidates should use the official MCC portal for the result and further instructions.
What Happens After MCC Round 3 Seat Allotment 2026?
Candidates who receive a seat should read the allotment result carefully.
- Review the allotted college.
- Confirm the allotted course.
- Verify the category and quota.
Download the allotment document when MCC provides it.
Follow the reporting instructions from the allotted institute.
MCC schedules reporting from October 1 to October 9, 2026 for Round 3. The schedule then lists verification of joined-candidate data on October 10.
The allotment result tells candidates what seat MCC assigned. The next steps determine whether the candidate completes admission within the prescribed timeline.
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FAQs
Q1. How many new MBBS and BDS seats were added in NEET UG Round 3 2026?
MCC added 183 new seats in Round 3. The list contains 83 MBBS seats and 100 BDS seats.
Q2. Which states and UTs received MCC 183 new seats for NEET UG Round 3?
MCC listed new seats in Maharashtra, Puducherry, Tripura, Uttarakhand, and Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
Q3. What are the 183 new MBBS and BDS seats in NEET UG 2026?
The 183 seats include 83 MBBS and 100 BDS seats across six institutions. Datta Meghe Dental College contributes 100 BDS seats, while five medical colleges contribute 83 MBBS seats.
Q4. Can I change my NEET UG Round 3 choice filling after September 28, 2026?
No, MCC’s schedule closes Round 3 choice filling at 12 noon on September 28, 2026, as per server time. Candidates cannot make fresh changes after the scheduled window closes.
Q5. What is the difference between clear vacancy and virtual vacancy in MCC Round 3?
A clear vacancy represents a seat already shown as vacant. A virtual vacancy represents a seat that may become vacant because of candidate movement or upgradation. MCC publishes separate vacancy files for both categories.
Q6. When will the NEET UG Round 3 result 2026 be released?
MCC’s official schedule lists September 30, 2026 for the Round 3 allotment result.
Q7. Do 183 new seats mean 183 new MBBS opportunities for NEET UG candidates?
No, MCC added 83 MBBS seats and 100 BDS seats. Candidate eligibility, category, quota and submitted choices still determine which seats can be considered for allotment.
Conclusion
The NEET UG Round 3 seat allotment will use an updated matrix with 183 newly added MBBS and BDS seats. The choice-filling deadline, not the headline seat count, remains the key point for candidates. Once the September 28 deadline passes, candidates should track the final allotment, understand their seat status and prepare for reporting. What will the updated matrix change on September 30? Check the official MCC result and make your next move with a clear plan.
