| Updated On - Sep 25, 2026
CENTAC has opened Round 3 registration and choice filling for NEET UG 2026 medical admissions in Puducherry. Eligible candidates must register and lock choices on the official CENTAC portal within the announced window.
The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), Government of Puducherry, has opened Round 3 registration and choice filling for NEET UG 2026 medical admissions. As per the official notification, candidates can register and submit choices on the official CENTAC portal at centacpuducherry.in. Round 3 covers vacant seats in MBBS and BDS programmes across Puducherry institutions.
CENTAC handles centralised admissions for professional courses in the Union Territory of Puducherry. Round 3 is the mop-up phase for candidates who missed earlier rounds or wish to upgrade seats.
| Direct Link: CENTAC NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Registration Portal |
CENTAC NEET UG 2026 Important Dates
| Particulars | Date and Time |
| Last date to submit resignation request for admitted seat | October 5, 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last date for payment of registration fee, submission of willingness and course preferences | October 5, 2026, 5:00 PM |
Check Here: CENTAC NEET UG 2026 Official PDF
CENTAC NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Key Details
The Round 3 process runs entirely online through the CENTAC portal. Candidates must complete fresh choice filling in this round. Choices from previous rounds do not carry forward automatically.
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Body | Centralised Admission Committee, Puducherry |
| Round | Round 3 (Mop-up) |
| Courses Covered | MBBS and BDS |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Portal | centacpuducherry.in |
Who Is Eligible to Register?
Candidates must have a valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard. Applicants should meet the domicile and category conditions set by CENTAC. Fresh registrants who did not apply in earlier rounds can also register now.
Candidates who were allotted seats earlier but did not join can also participate. Those upgrading their earlier allotment must follow the specific rules stated in the notification. Candidates should refer to the official brochure for exact eligibility conditions.
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Documents Required for CENTAC Round 3
Candidates must upload scanned copies of the required documents during registration. Missing documents can lead to cancellation of allotment.
- NEET UG 2026 scorecard and admit card
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Transfer and conduct certificates
- Nativity or residence certificate for Puducherry candidates
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Aadhaar card and recent passport-size photograph
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What Happens After Choice Filling?
CENTAC will process the locked choices based on NEET UG merit, category, and seat availability. The provisional allotment result will be published on the official portal. Allotted candidates must report to the assigned college within the reporting window.
Failure to report on time will result in cancellation of the allotted seat. Candidates should track the CENTAC website regularly for updates on allotment and reporting.
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How to Register and Fill Choices for CENTAC NEET UG 2026 Round 3?
The process is fully online. Candidates should keep the required documents, scanned photograph, and payment details ready before starting.
- Visit the official CENTAC portal at centacpuducherry.in.
- Click on the NEET UG 2026 Round 3 registration link.
- Enter NEET UG roll number and personal details.
- Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application or counselling fee online.
- Fill college and course choices in preferred order.
- Lock the choices before the deadline and download the confirmation.
Round 3 is often the final chance for candidates to secure MBBS or BDS seats in Puducherry. Vacant and freshly surrendered seats open up at this stage. Missing this window can end a candidate's medical admission attempt for the year.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit centacpuducherry.in and read the Round 3 notification carefully.
- Check eligibility, document list, and fee structure before registering.
- Keep NEET UG scorecard, certificates, and photograph scans ready.
- Complete registration, pay the fee, and fill college and course choices.
- Lock the choices before the deadline and save the confirmation slip.
Watch the CENTAC portal for the Round 3 provisional allotment result and reporting schedule. Institution-wise vacant seat lists may also be released before final allotment.
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