The NPAT 2026 Round 3 seat matrix, expected to be released on July 19, 2026, shows the course-wise and campus-wise vacancies remaining at NMIMS after Rounds 1 and 2 allotments are complete.
NMIMS conducts NPAT admissions across multiple rounds. By Round 3, only unfilled seats from the earlier rounds are available. This makes the Round 3 seat matrix especially important for students who were waitlisted, did not get their preferred campus in Round 1 or 2, or are willing to accept an alternate course or location. Seats at the Mumbai campus fill up earliest, so Round 3 vacancies are more likely at campuses like Shirpur, Chandigarh, or Indore. Students must act within the short acceptance window once the matrix is live on the official NPAT portal.
- Round 3 seat matrix expected release date: July 19, 2026
- Only seats left unfilled after Rounds 1 and 2 appear in the Round 3 matrix
- NMIMS Mumbai has the largest total intake but fills up fastest in earlier rounds
- Campuses like Shirpur, Chandigarh, and Indore typically have more vacancies in Round 3
- Students must log in to npat.nmims.edu to view, accept, and pay fees within the deadline
| Direct Link to NPAT 2026 Round 3 Seat Matrix (OUT) |
NPAT 2026 Round 3 Counselling Schedule
NMIMS releases the Round 3 seat matrix after confirming which seats were accepted and paid for in Rounds 1 and 2. The timeline for Round 3 is shorter than for earlier rounds, and students must complete all steps — seat acceptance, fee payment, and document upload — within a tight window. The expected key dates for NPAT 2026 Round 3 are listed below based on previous-year trends.
| Event | Expected Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| Round 3 Seat Matrix Release | July 19, 2026 |
| Round 3 Choice Filling or Seat Acceptance Window | July 19–21, 2026 (expected) |
| Round 3 Allotment Result | July 23, 2026 (expected) |
| Admission Fee Payment Deadline | July 25, 2026 (expected) |
| Physical Reporting or Document Verification | As notified by NMIMS campus |
All dates above are expected based on 2025 NPAT counselling trends. Confirmed dates will be published on the official NPAT portal at npat.nmims.edu.
Course-Wise Seat Matrix for NPAT 2026 Round 3
The Round 3 seat matrix lists how many seats remain available per programme across all NMIMS campuses after the first two allotment rounds. High-demand programmes like BBA and BSc Finance at the Mumbai campus tend to have very few or zero vacancies by Round 3. Programmes with lower competition, such as BSc IT at newer campuses, are more likely to have open seats. The table below shows the total sanctioned intake per programme and the expected Round 3 vacancy range based on 2025 admission data.
| Programme | Total Intake (All Campuses, Approx.) | Expected Round 3 Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| BBA | ~1,020 | 50–120 (expected) |
| BSc Finance | ~960 | 40–100 (expected) |
| B.Com (Hons) | ~720 | 30–80 (expected) |
| BA (Hons) Economics | ~240 | 10–30 (expected) |
| BSc IT | ~360 | 20–55 (expected) |
| BSc CS (Data Science) | ~120 | 5–20 (expected) |
| BBA LL.B (Hons) and B.Com LL.B (Hons) | ~120 | 5–15 (expected) |
These vacancy ranges are expected figures based on 2025 trends. The exact seat count per programme will be confirmed when NMIMS publishes the official Round 3 seat matrix on July 19, 2026.
Campus-Wise Seat Distribution at NMIMS
NMIMS offers NPAT-based undergraduate admissions across seven campuses in India. Each campus has its own approved intake, and the seat matrix breaks this down by location. The Mumbai campus is the most competitive and typically shows the fewest vacancies in Round 3. Campuses like Shirpur, Chandigarh, and Indore are newer or smaller, and they tend to have more open seats in later rounds. Students who are flexible about location have a better chance of securing a seat in Round 3.
| Campus | Programmes Offered | Approx. Total Intake | Round 3 Vacancy Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|
| NMIMS Mumbai | BBA, BSc Finance, B.Com (Hons), BA Economics, BSc IT, BSc CS | ~2,040 | Very limited (expected) |
| NMIMS Navi Mumbai | BBA, BSc Finance, B.Com (Hons) | ~360 | Moderate (expected) |
| NMIMS Bangalore | BBA, BSc Finance, B.Com (Hons) | ~300 | Moderate (expected) |
| NMIMS Hyderabad | BBA, BSc Finance, B.Com (Hons) | ~300 | Moderate (expected) |
| NMIMS Indore | BBA, BSc Finance | ~120 | Higher availability (expected) |
| NMIMS Chandigarh | BBA, BSc Finance | ~120 | Higher availability (expected) |
| NMIMS Shirpur | BBA, BSc Finance, BSc IT | ~180 | Higher availability (expected) |
Students open to campuses outside Mumbai are more likely to find vacancies in Round 3, particularly for BSc Finance and BBA at Indore, Chandigarh, and Shirpur.
How to Check NPAT 2026 Round 3 Seat Matrix
The Round 3 seat matrix is published on the official NPAT portal once it is released. Follow the steps below to check it as soon as it goes live on July 19, 2026. The matrix is typically available as an on-screen table as well as a downloadable PDF.
- Visit the official NPAT portal at npat.nmims.edu on or after July 19, 2026.
- Navigate to the Admissions or Counselling section on the homepage.
- Click on the Round 3 Seat Matrix link or look for the PDF download option.
- Browse the table to find your preferred programme and campus combination.
- Note the number of available seats for each course–campus pair you are considering.
- Log in with your NPAT application credentials to accept a seat or update your choices before the stated deadline.
- Complete the fee payment online within the acceptance window to confirm your admission.
Set a reminder for July 19, 2026 and check the portal as soon as it opens. The acceptance window in Round 3 is typically only two to three days long, so timely action is essential.
Steps After Round 3 Seat Allotment
Once the Round 3 allotment result is declared, students must complete the following steps to confirm their admission at NMIMS. Missing any deadline at this stage results in forfeiture of the allotted seat.
- Accept your allotted seat by logging in to your NPAT portal account within the deadline — do not delay.
- Pay the admission fee online through the payment gateway on the portal and save a copy of the receipt.
- Upload all required documents including Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets, a valid photo ID, passport-size photographs, and a category certificate if applicable.
- Complete any online verification steps as instructed by NMIMS on the portal dashboard.
- Report to your allotted NMIMS campus for physical document verification on the date communicated by the university.
- If you remain on a waitlist after Round 3, watch the official portal for any announcement of a Round 4 or spot admission round for residual vacancies.
NPAT 2026 Round 3 Seat Matrix FAQs
Ques. When will the NPAT 2026 Round 3 seat matrix be released?
Ans. The NPAT 2026 Round 3 seat matrix is expected to be released on July 19, 2026 on the official NPAT portal at npat.nmims.edu. Students should check the portal from that date and act within the acceptance window.
Ques. Which NMIMS campus has the most seats available in Round 3?
Ans. While NMIMS Mumbai has the highest total intake overall, it also fills up fastest in Rounds 1 and 2. In Round 3, campuses like Shirpur, Chandigarh, and Indore are expected to have comparatively more vacancies, especially in BBA and BSc Finance.
Ques. Can I change my campus or course preference in Round 3?
Ans. This depends on the specific rules NMIMS announces for the 2026 counselling cycle. In most years, students can update their choices before the Round 3 choice-locking deadline. Log in to your NPAT account and review the counselling dashboard for available options once Round 3 opens.
Ques. What if no seats are available in my preferred course in Round 3?
Ans. If the Round 3 seat matrix shows zero seats for your preferred course–campus combination, you can either accept an available alternate option listed in the matrix or check whether NMIMS announces a spot round or Round 4 for any remaining vacancies after Round 3.
Ques. Is the Round 3 seat matrix the same as the Round 3 allotment result?
Ans. No. The seat matrix shows how many seats are open per course and campus at the start of Round 3. The allotment result, released a few days later, tells you which specific seat has been assigned to you based on your NPAT score, rank, and choices submitted.
Ques. How many counselling rounds does NPAT 2026 have in total?
Ans. NMIMS typically conducts three main counselling rounds for NPAT admissions, with a possible spot round if seats remain unfilled after Round 3. Round 3 is generally the final major allotment round before any residual or spot admission process begins.








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