Punjab NEET Counselling 2027: Round 3 Provisional Merit List OUT, Seat Allotment and Merit List

Punjab NEET Counselling 2027 will be conducted by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, on behalf of the Punjab Government for admission to MBBS and BDS seats in government and private medical and dental colleges across Punjab. The Punjab NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3 process is currently underway, with BFUHS releasing the Provisional Merit List on October 4, 2026. Candidates can raise objections until October 5, 2026, by 4:00 PM, followed by choice filling from October 6, 2026.

• NEET UG 2027: The qualifying exam for Punjab NEET Counselling 2027 is expected to be held in May 2027. Candidates will need to meet the minimum qualifying percentile prescribed by NTA to participate in the counselling process.
• Registration: Punjab NEET Counselling 2027 registration dates will be announced by BFUHS after the NEET UG 2027 result. In the 2026 cycle, Round 3 fresh registration was conducted from September 28 to October 2, 2026.
• Round 3 Provisional Merit List 2026: BFUHS released the Punjab NEET UG Round 3 Provisional Merit List on October 4, 2026. Candidates can raise objections against the merit list until October 5, 2026, by 4:00 PM through the official counselling portal.
• Round 3 Choice Filling: Choice filling for Punjab NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3 begins on October 6, 2026. Candidates included in the counselling process can select and prioritise their preferred colleges and courses.
• Seat Allotment: The Round 3 seat allotment result will be released after completion of the choice-filling process. Candidates should regularly check the official BFUHS counselling portal for the detailed schedule and allotment updates.

What is Punjab NEET Counselling?

Punjab NEET Counselling is a state-level admission process for MBBS and BDS seats in Punjab’s government and private medical colleges. It is conducted by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, which is the nodal authority for all medical admissions in Punjab. The process allocates seats based on NEET UG scores, Punjab domicile status, and category reservations.

BFUHS manages approximately 1,425 MBBS seats across 4 state government and 6–7 private medical colleges, along with around 1,260 BDS seats in 2 government and 12+ private dental colleges. For government colleges, BFUHS handles only the 85% state quota seats. The remaining 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats in government colleges are managed separately by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) at the national level. AIIMS Bathinda is also not part of BFUHS counselling — it is filled through MCC NEET counselling.

More than 20 lakh candidates appear for NEET UG each year across India. Of these, Punjab domicile candidates who clear NEET with the minimum qualifying percentile can apply for Punjab state quota seats. Competition for government MBBS seats is especially tough, with closing scores at GMC Patiala and GGSMCH Faridkot crossing 620 marks in recent cycles.

Punjab NEET Counselling 2027: Key Highlights

The table below gives a quick overview of all key parameters for Punjab NEET Counselling 2027.

Punjab NEET Counselling 2027: Important Dates

BFUHS has not yet released the official schedule for Punjab NEET Counselling 2027. Based on the 2025 and 2026 cycles, the expected dates are given below. BFUHS typically releases its counselling notification 2–3 weeks after NTA declares the NEET UG result. All events below are upcoming from today’s date.

The dates below are tentative and based on previous-cycle trends. The official 2027 schedule will be published on bfuhs.ac.in after NEET UG 2027 results are declared by NTA.

Eligibility Criteria for Punjab NEET Counselling 2027

You need to meet specific academic, age, and domicile requirements to register for Punjab NEET Counselling 2027. Check each condition carefully — even one missing requirement can lead to rejection at the document verification stage.

Academic and Age Requirements

• You must have qualified NEET UG 2027 with the minimum qualifying percentile (see table below)
• You must have passed Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as subjects
• Minimum aggregate marks in PCB: 50% for General/OBC/EWS; 40% for SC/ST; 45% for PwD General candidates
• You must be at least 17 years old as of December 31, 2027 — there is no upper age limit as per current NEET UG rules
• NRI candidates must meet additional criteria defined by BFUHS for NRI quota seats in private colleges

Punjab Domicile Requirements (Mandatory for State Quota)

A valid Punjab domicile certificate is compulsory for 85% state quota seats in government colleges and for government quota seats in private colleges. You qualify as a Punjab domicile candidate if you meet ANY ONE of the following conditions:

• You hold a valid Punjab domicile/residence certificate issued by an SDM or Tehsildar of Punjab
• You studied and passed Classes 11 and 12 from a recognised school in Punjab
• You were born in Punjab, or you have lived in Punjab continuously for 5 or more years
• You are the ward of a Central Government, Punjab Government, or All India Service officer currently posted in Punjab
• You are the ward of a serving or retired defence personnel domiciled in Punjab
• Your parents have resided in Punjab for 2 or more years before the date of the NEET UG exam

Non-domicile candidates are NOT eligible for state quota government college seats or government quota private college seats. They can only apply for Management Quota and NRI Quota seats in private colleges.

NEET UG Minimum Qualifying Percentile

Documents Required for Punjab NEET Counselling 2027

You need to upload scanned documents during online registration and bring all originals for physical verification at BFUHS, Faridkot after seat allotment. Keep every document ready before the registration window opens to avoid last-minute delays.

Documents for Online Upload (Scanned Copies)

• NEET UG 2027 Scorecard and Admit Card
• Class 10 Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate
• Class 12 Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate
• Punjab Domicile Certificate – mandatory for state quota candidates; issued by SDM or Tehsildar of Punjab
• SC/BC Caste Certificate (if applicable) – must be issued by a competent authority in Punjab
• EWS Certificate (if applicable) – only for government college applicants
• PwD Certificate (if applicable) – issued by a competent medical authority
• Character Certificate from the last institution attended
• Migration Certificate (if applicable)
• Recent passport-size photograph

For Physical Verification at BFUHS, Faridkot

Bring all originals plus 4–5 sets of self-attested photocopies to the verification centre. NRI quota candidates also need to bring:

• Valid Passport copies (candidate and sponsor)
• Sponsorship Certificate (notarised and authenticated by the Indian Embassy)
• Affidavit confirming NRI status

All certificates must be valid and issued by a competent authority. Expired caste certificates, invalid domicile certificates, or documents in an incorrect format will result in rejection at the document verification stage.

Reservation Policy in Punjab NEET Counselling

Punjab follows a specific reservation policy for state quota medical and dental admissions. The vertical reservations apply to government college seats and government quota seats in private colleges. EWS reservation is only for government medical and dental colleges — private colleges do not follow EWS reservation.

Horizontal reservations for PwD and Defence are applied within each vertical category. For example, 5% of General category seats go to PwD General candidates, and 5% of SC seats go to PwD SC candidates. These are not added on top of the vertical total.

Minority institution seats have separate rules — SGRD Amritsar reserves 50% of its seats for Sikh minority candidates, and CMC Ludhiana reserves seats for Christian minority candidates, as governed by their institutional policies.

To claim SC, BC, or EWS benefits for Punjab state quota, your certificate must be issued by a competent authority in Punjab. Certificates from other states are not valid for Punjab state quota reservations.

Choice Filling for Punjab NEET Counselling 2027

Choice filling is the most critical step in Punjab NEET Counselling 2027. You get a window of 3–5 days to add and arrange your college and course preferences. Your seat is allotted based on your NEET merit rank within your category and the order of preferences you lock during this window. A wrong order can cost you a better seat even if it was available for your rank.

How Choice Filling Works

• Log in to the BFUHS portal during the choice filling window using your registration credentials
• Browse the available seat matrix and add all college-course combinations you are willing to join
• Arrange your added choices in order of preference — put your most desired college at the top and your least preferred at the bottom
• You can edit and rearrange choices any number of times before the deadline
• Lock your choices before the deadline. Choices that are not manually locked are auto-locked at the deadline, but you may not have the final order you intended

Choice Filling Strategy Tips

• Add more choices, not fewer: A college missing from your list means you cannot get it even if seats are vacant there. Add every college you would genuinely consider attending.
• Check previous year closing scores first: Use the 2025 cutoff data in the Cutoff section to understand which colleges are realistic for your NEET score before filling choices.
• Aspirational choices at top, safe choices below: The system picks the best available option from your list based on merit. Aspirational choices are considered first — there is no penalty for adding them at the top.
• If you paid Option B deposit, include private college choices: Candidates who paid the ₹1,00,000 deposit should add both government and private college options to make the most of their registration.
• Do not leave choice filling to the last day: Portal traffic is heaviest on the final day. Technical issues can prevent timely submission. Fill and lock your choices by Day 2 or 3 of the window.

Seat Allotment Process

After choice filling closes, BFUHS runs a merit-based allocation and publishes the provisional seat allotment online. Your allotment depends on your NEET merit rank, category, and the availability of seats matching your preference order. Here is what to do after you receive your allotment.

Post-Allotment Steps

• Check allotment result: Log in to bfuhs.ac.in with your credentials. BFUHS also sends an SMS to your registered mobile number when results are out.
• Accept the seat online: If you want the allotted seat, accept it on the portal within the given deadline.
• Report to the college: Visit the allotted college within the reporting window with all original documents. The college verifies documents and confirms your admission.
• Pay college fees: Pay the first-year tuition and hostel fee at the college as per its schedule.
• Upgrade in Round 2: If you want a better seat, surrender your current allotment within the official window and register for Round 2. Your security deposit carries forward.

Candidates who do not report to the allotted college within the deadline forfeit their seat and their security deposit. Follow the reporting timeline strictly.

Counselling Round Structure

Punjab NEET Counselling 2027 will have 4 rounds:

• Round 1: The main round — most government MBBS seats and top private college government quota seats fill here
• Round 2: Covers seats left vacant after Round 1, plus seats surrendered by Round 1 allottees who upgraded their preference
• Mop-Up Round (Round 3): For seats still vacant after Round 2. Candidates without a confirmed seat from Round 1 or 2 can register fresh for this round
• Stray Vacancy Round: Held only if seats remain after the Mop-Up Round. Candidates attend a physical counselling session at BFUHS, Faridkot

Top Medical Colleges in Punjab (NEET Admissions)

Punjab has some of the oldest and most respected medical colleges in India. Government colleges are the most sought-after because of their significantly lower annual fees. Private colleges like DMC Ludhiana, CMC Ludhiana, and SGRD Amritsar also offer strong hospital infrastructure and clinical exposure. Here is an overview of the top colleges accepting NEET scores in Punjab.

Fees shown are for reference based on 2025–26 data. Management quota annual fees at private colleges range from ₹10,94,000 to ₹14,23,000. Actual fees for 2027 will be notified by BFUHS before counselling begins.

Punjab NEET Counselling 2027: Fee Structure

You need to pay two types of fees during Punjab NEET Counselling 2027 registration: a non-refundable registration fee and a refundable security deposit. Beyond these, each college charges separate tuition and hostel fees after admission is confirmed.

Counselling Registration and Security Deposit Fees

Annual MBBS Tuition Fees by Seat Type (Reference – 2025–26)

Actual 2027 fees are subject to revision by the Punjab Government Fee Fixation Committee. The revised fee structure will be published in the BFUHS official notification before counselling begins.

How to Prepare for Punjab NEET Counselling 2027

Getting a good NEET UG score is only the first step. You also need to prepare for the counselling process itself to get the best possible seat. Start these preparations right after your NEET UG exam — do not wait for the results.

• Arrange your Punjab domicile certificate early: The domicile certificate is the most important document for state quota eligibility. Getting it from the SDM or Tehsildar office can take 2–4 weeks. Start the process right after NEET UG, not after results are out.
• Get caste and EWS certificates updated: SC, BC, and EWS certificates must be current and issued by Punjab authorities. If your certificate is close to expiry or was issued by another state, get a fresh one from Punjab before the registration window opens.
• Study previous year cutoff data: The 2025 closing scores for government colleges (535–638+ for General) and private college government quota seats give you a clear benchmark. Set realistic targets based on your NEET score.
• Research colleges before choice filling: Visit the official websites of GMC Amritsar, GMC Patiala, DMC Ludhiana, CMC Ludhiana, and other colleges. Look at hospital bed strength, faculty quality, hostel facilities, and location. A seat in a college you are not comfortable with affects the next 5.5 years of your life.
• Decide your security deposit option early: If your score is between 400 and 580, pay the higher ₹1,00,000 deposit to keep both government and private options open. The extra ₹90,000 is fully refundable and gives you access to many more seats.
• Bookmark and check bfuhs.ac.in daily during counselling: BFUHS publishes all dates, results, and deadlines only on its official website. Missing a deadline — even by a few hours — can mean losing a confirmed seat.
• Plan your travel to Faridkot in advance: Physical document verification is at BFUHS campus in Faridkot. Plan your travel and accommodation before allotment results, especially if you are from Amritsar, Ludhiana, or other distant cities.