NEET PG 2025 Counselling Round 3 Seat Matrix & Allotment Date

The NEET PG 2025 Counselling Round 3 is progressing as a key phase in postgraduate medical admissions for MD, MS and DNB programmes across India. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released a revised seat matrix for this round, reflecting updates from participating institutions and changes in vacancies that impact seat allocation for eligible candidates. Round-3 registrations and choice filling were completed by 26 January 2026, and the seat allotment result is likely to be declared on 29 January 2026.

Round 3 Seat Matrix Revised: Vacancies and Additions

The updated seat matrix for NEET PG 2025 Round 3 counselling shows a substantial number of available seats for candidates, incorporating changes from institutional input and seat movements. The matrix includes:

• Clear vacancies: Thousands of unfilled seats returned from earlier rounds
• Virtual vacancies: Additional seats arising from upgrades and seat movements
• New seats added: MCC added a number of seats for this round, offering expanded opportunities for admission to postgraduate courses

Candidates participating in Round 3 counselling should review the seat matrix carefully to assess their options before the allotment result

NEET PG Round 3 Counselling: Registration and Choice Filling

Registration for NEET PG 2025 Round 3 began in mid-January 2026 and concluded on 26 January 2026. During this period, eligible candidates who had not secured seats in earlier rounds registered and declared their preference of colleges and courses online. The seat matrix release guided choice filling by helping aspirants prioritise selections based on availability. Seat allotment in this round is based on multiple factors:

• Candidate’s NEET PG rank
• Declared choices during registration
• Category and reservation criteria
• Seat availability in the revised matrix

Those who successfully register and lock choices are included in the seat allotment process.

What Candidates Should Expect Next?

Following the release of the Round 3 seat allotment result — expected on 29 January 2026 — candidates should:

• Check their individual allotment status on the MCC counselling portal
• Download and review the allotment letter
• Report to the allotted institute within the stipulated timeframe
• Complete document verification and fee payment as per counselling guidelines

Seat allotment by MCC typically covers All India Quota (AIQ) seats, Deemed Universities, central institutions, Armed Forces Medical Services and other participating bodies.

Importance of Round 3 in NEET PG Counselling

Round 3 is considered a critical phase in NEET PG admissions, especially for those who were unable to secure seats in earlier rounds or are seeking upgrades. The revised seat matrix and extended seat availability provide another key opportunity to secure postgraduate training. Candidates not allotted seats this round might still explore stray vacancy rounds that follow regular counselling cycles With the seat allotment result closing the Round 3 process, medical aspirants should remain attentive to official updates and complete necessary formalities to ensure admission into their preferred postgraduate programmes for the 2025–26 academic session.