| Updated On - Sep 24, 2026
MCC has released the NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3 seat matrix on mcc.nic.in. Candidates can now check available MBBS BDS AIQ Deemed and Central University seats before choice filling begins for the third round of allotment.
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2026 Round 3 Seat Matrix on the official portal at mcc.nic.in. The seat matrix lists the vacant MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing and other seats available across All India Quota (AIQ), Deemed Universities, Central Universities, ESIC, and AFMS colleges. Candidates registered for Round 3 counselling can now check the college-wise and course-wise vacancies before the choice filling process begins.
The MCC has released three separate PDFs covering different institution categories. Candidates must download the relevant document before filling and locking their choices. The NEET UG Round 3 seat matrix 2026 is provisional and may be revised before the choice-filling window closes.
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NEET UG Round 3 Seat Matrix 2026 Direct Download Links
Candidates can access the official Round 3 seat matrix PDFs from the links below. Each PDF covers different categories of participating institutions.
| Category | Download Link |
|---|---|
| AIQ, Central Universities and ESIC Seats | Download PDF |
| Deemed Universities Seat Matrix | Download PDF |
| AFMS and Special Category Seats | Download PDF |
Key Highlights of NEET UG Round 3 Seat Matrix 2026
The seat matrix shows the vacancies available after Round 2 allotment, withdrawals, and non-reporting cases. The document includes details arranged by state, college, course, and category.
- Course-wise vacancies for MBBS, BDS, BSc Nursing, and BVSc are mentioned.
- State-wise and institute-wise seat availability is provided in the PDF.
- Category-wise reservation details for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates are included.
- Seats added by newly recognised medical colleges are also reflected wherever applicable.
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How to Download NEET UG Round 3 Seat Matrix 2026?
Candidates can follow these steps to download the MCC NEET UG Round 3 vacancy list:
- Visit the official MCC website at mcc.nic.in.
- Click on the UG Medical Counselling section.
- Open the Round 3 Seat Matrix 2026 notice from the latest updates.
- Select the required category-wise seat matrix PDF.
- Download and save the PDF for reference during choice filling.
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NEET UG Counselling 2026 Reservation Break-up
The MCC NEET UG seat matrix follows the Government of India AIQ reservation policy for participating institutions.
| Category | Reservation Percentage |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 15 percent |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 7.5 percent |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) | 27 percent |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10 percent |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | 5 percent horizontal |
Who Is Eligible for MCC NEET UG Round 3 Counselling 2026?
NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates who meet the MCC eligibility criteria can participate in Round 3 counselling. Fresh registration is allowed for eligible candidates who did not participate in previous rounds.
However, candidates who were allotted seats in Round 2 but did not join will not be eligible for Round 3 as per MCC counselling rules. Such candidates may face security deposit forfeiture and penalties.
Only candidates who have completed registration and fee payment can participate in the choice filling and locking process.
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What Should Candidates Check Before NEET UG Choice Filling 2026?
Candidates should carefully analyse the Round 3 seat matrix before submitting their preferences. The availability of seats, category details, and college information should be verified before locking choices.
- Check college code and course code before adding preferences.
- Verify the category and quota details according to your NEET UG rank.
- Compare tuition fees, hostel charges, and other expenses.
- Review the bond policy and service conditions applicable to the state or institute.
- Check the previous round closing ranks before finalising choices.
Round 3 is the last major AIQ allotment round before the Stray Vacancy round. It is often the final realistic chance for many aspirants to secure a government MBBS seat under All India Quota. Vacancies here reflect withdrawals and upgrades from Round 2.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Download the Round 3 seat matrix PDFs from the MCC portal.
- Shortlist colleges and courses that match your rank and category.
- Log in to the MCC counselling portal and pay the registration fee.
- Fill and lock your choices within the official window.
- Wait for the Round 3 seat allotment result and report to the allotted college on time.
Watch the MCC portal for the Round 3 choice-filling schedule and seat allotment result. Any revised seat matrix updates will also be posted on mcc.nic.in.
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