The Atal Medical and Research University, Himachal Pradesh (HP) has released the counselling schedule for NEET PG 2025 Round 3, offering another opportunity for qualified candidates to secure seats in postgraduate medical programmes, including MD, MS and PG diplomas.
HP NEET PG 2025 Round 3 Registration and Choice Filling Timeline
Candidates who have qualified in the NEET PG 2025 examination and meet the eligibility criteria can participate in Round 3 counselling for admissions into state medical colleges. The key dates for the counselling process are as follows:
- Last date to register for Round 3 counselling: 27 January 2026 (up to 2 pm)
- Choice filling and locking: Up to 31 January 2026 (up to 2 pm)
- Final merit list declaration: 31 January 2026
Candidates must complete registration first and then proceed with selection of preferred courses and colleges before the choice locking deadline to be considered for seat allocation.
What Registrants Must Know?
To take part in the HP NEET PG Round 3 counselling process, eligible candidates should:
- Ensure they have a valid NEET PG 2025 qualifying score
- Complete the online registration within the schedule
- Enter and lock their choice of courses and institutes
- Monitor notices for the seat allotment announcement and subsequent admission formalities
After choice filling and locking close on 31 January 2026, the final merit list based on preferences and available seats will be prepared. Candidates should keep a close watch on official notifications for the seat allotment and reporting dates.
Seat Allotment and Admission Next Steps
Once the merit list for Round 3 is published on 31 January 2026, candidates who are allotted seats will be required to complete the admission formalities as per the guidelines issued by the medical university. This typically includes document verification, fee payment and reporting to the allotted college within the scheduled timeframe. HP NEET PG Round 3 counselling offers a renewed chance for aspirants who were not allocated seats in earlier rounds, or who wish to upgrade their options, to secure admission in postgraduate medical courses across government and private institutions in Himachal Pradesh.