Students who chose "Float" or "Slide" as their seat response in Round 2, those who received no allotment in previous rounds, and students who did not report to their allotted college are eligible for GUJCET 2026 Round 3 counselling, expected to begin on July 22, 2026.
ACPC Gujarat conducts GUJCET counselling in multiple rounds to maximise seat utilisation across engineering colleges in Gujarat. After Round 2 allotment, your eligibility for Round 3 depends entirely on the seat response option you submitted on the portal. Students who finalised their seat by choosing "Freeze" exit the process permanently, while those who opted for seat upgradation through "Float" or "Slide" continue into Round 3.
- Round 3 counselling is expected to begin on July 22, 2026 on the official ACPC portal at gujacpc.admissions.nic.in.
- Students who chose "Float" in Round 2 can receive an upgraded seat in any eligible college or branch in Round 3.
- Students who chose "Slide" in Round 2 can get an upgraded branch within the same allotted college.
- Students with no allotment in Round 1 or Round 2 can update their choices and participate in Round 3.
- Students who did not report after Round 2 allotment lose their seat but may re-enter Round 3 subject to fresh fee payment.
| Direct Link to GUJCET 2026 Round 3 Counselling (UPCOMING) |
Who Is Eligible for GUJCET 2026 Round 3 Counselling After Round 2 Allotment
Your Round 3 eligibility is determined by your status and the seat response you submitted after Round 2 allotment. The table below covers every student situation:
| Student Category | Round 3 Eligibility | What You Must Do |
|---|---|---|
| Chose "Float" after Round 2 allotment | Eligible | System auto-considers you for an upgrade; Round 2 seat is protected if no better seat is found |
| Chose "Slide" after Round 2 allotment | Eligible | System looks for a better branch in the same college; Round 2 seat is retained otherwise |
| Received no allotment in Round 1 or Round 2 | Eligible | Log in to the ACPC portal, update your preferences, and lock choices before the Round 3 deadline |
| Did not report after Round 2 allotment | Eligible (with penalty) | Round 2 seat is cancelled and fees may be forfeited; re-enter Round 3 with fresh fee payment |
| Registered but did not participate in Round 1 or Round 2 | Eligible (subject to registration validity) | Log in and fill your preferences before the Round 3 choice-filling deadline |
Seat Response Options in Round 2 and Their Impact on Round 3 Eligibility
After ACPC declares the Round 2 allotment, every allotted student must log in to the portal and submit a seat response within the stipulated time. This single choice is irreversible and directly controls whether you can participate in Round 3.
| Seat Response | Meaning | Round 3 Status |
|---|---|---|
| Freeze | You accept the allotted seat as final and permanently exit the counselling process | NOT eligible — admission is confirmed, no further rounds |
| Float | You provisionally accept the seat and want any better seat — different college or branch — based on your higher preferences | Eligible — may receive an upgrade; current seat is protected if no upgrade exists |
| Slide | You provisionally accept the seat and want a better branch within the same allotted college only | Eligible — may receive a branch upgrade in the same college; current seat is protected |
| Quit | You voluntarily withdraw from GUJCET 2026 counselling entirely | NOT eligible — withdrawal is permanent and fees are forfeited |
Students who chose "Float" or "Slide" never risk losing their Round 2 seat. If Round 3 does not produce a better allotment for them, their Round 2 allotment is automatically retained. Only a "Freeze" or "Quit" response closes the door to Round 3.
Who Cannot Participate in GUJCET 2026 Round 3 Counselling
The following students are excluded from Round 3 participation:
- Students who chose "Freeze" in Round 1 or Round 2 — their seat is confirmed and the counselling process is permanently closed for them.
- Students who chose "Quit" at any stage — voluntary withdrawal is irreversible and the seat deposit is forfeited.
- Students who have already completed joining formalities and paid the full semester fee at a college — their admission is final.
- Students whose GUJCET 2026 registration was cancelled by ACPC Gujarat due to document discrepancies or verification failure.
How to Participate in GUJCET 2026 Round 3 Counselling
If you are eligible, follow these steps on the official ACPC portal starting July 22, 2026:
- Visit gujacpc.admissions.nic.in and log in with your GUJCET 2026 application number and password.
- Check your Round 3 eligibility status on the dashboard before proceeding.
- Open the Choice Filling section and add new colleges or branches, or re-arrange your existing preferences based on Round 3 seat availability.
- Save and lock your choice list before the Round 3 choice-filling deadline.
- Wait for ACPC Gujarat to publish the Round 3 allotment result.
- If a seat is allotted, report to the college within the given deadline, carrying all required documents.
- After reporting, submit your seat response — choose Freeze to confirm your seat, or Float or Slide to remain eligible for any subsequent rounds.
Students with no allotment in earlier rounds should review newly available seats carefully. Vacancies often open in Round 3 because students upgrade to better options or withdraw from colleges that were fully occupied in Round 1 and Round 2.
Documents Required for GUJCET 2026 Round 3 Reporting
If Round 3 allots you a seat, carry the following documents when reporting to the allotted college:
| Document | Copies Required |
|---|---|
| GUJCET 2026 Admit Card | Original + 1 photocopy |
| GUJCET 2026 Score Card | Original + 1 photocopy |
| Round 3 Allotment Letter (printed from ACPC portal) | 1 printed copy |
| Class 10 Marksheet and Passing Certificate | Original + 2 photocopies |
| Class 12 Marksheet and Passing Certificate | Original + 2 photocopies |
| Gujarat Domicile / Residence Certificate | Original + 1 photocopy |
| Category Certificate — SC/ST/OBC/EWS (if applicable) | Original + 1 photocopy |
| Non-Creamy Layer Certificate for OBC (if applicable) | Original + 1 photocopy |
| Income Certificate for fee concession (if applicable) | Original + 1 photocopy |
| Recent Passport-size Photographs | 6 photographs |
GUJCET 2026 Round 3 Counselling FAQs
Ques. I chose "Freeze" after Round 2 allotment. Can I participate in Round 3?
Ans. No. Choosing "Freeze" confirms your seat permanently and removes you from all future rounds. Your admission at the Round 2 allotted college and branch is final and cannot be changed through further counselling rounds.
Ques. I chose "Float" in Round 2 but did not get a better seat in Round 3. Do I lose my Round 2 seat?
Ans. No. If no higher-preference seat is available in Round 3, your Round 2 seat is automatically retained. Choosing "Float" only upgrades your seat when a better option exists — it never cancels your current allotment.
Ques. I received no allotment in Round 2. How do I participate in Round 3?
Ans. Log in to gujacpc.admissions.nic.in from July 22, 2026, update your choice list to include additional or reshuffled preferences, and lock your choices before the Round 3 deadline. ACPC will consider your updated list when generating the Round 3 allotment.
Ques. What is the difference between "Slide" and "Float" in GUJCET counselling?
Ans. "Float" allows any upgrade — a different college, a different branch, or both — based on your higher preferences. "Slide" restricts upgrades to a better branch within the same allotted college only. Both options protect your current seat if no upgrade is found in Round 3.
Ques. I did not report to my Round 2 allotted college. Can I still join Round 3?
Ans. Yes, but your Round 2 seat will be cancelled and fees paid may be forfeited as per ACPC rules. You can re-enter Round 3 by paying the required fee and updating your choices on the portal before the Round 3 choice-filling deadline closes.
Ques. When does GUJCET 2026 Round 3 counselling start and where do I log in?
Ans. GUJCET 2026 Round 3 counselling is expected to begin on July 22, 2026. Visit gujacpc.admissions.nic.in and log in with your existing application number and password — no fresh registration is required for students already in the counselling process.
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