Assam and Rajasthan PG Medical Counselling Processes Move into Allotment Phase in Early February

As of February 2, 2026, the medical counselling authorities in Assam and Rajasthan have entered the critical allotment phase for PG medical seats. Following the completion of registrations and merit list releases, candidates in these states are preparing for the Round 3 seat allotment results expected this week. This report provides a comprehensive overview of the schedule, security deposit rules, and reporting protocols for both states.

The medical admission landscape in Eastern and Western India is currently dominated by the final stages of the Assam and Rajasthan PG Medical Counselling processes. Today, February 2, 2026, marks the transition from choice filling to the processing of seat allotments in these two major states. While Assam is finalizing its Round 3 state quota seats, Rajasthan is moving forward with its newly revised schedule following the national cut-off reduction. Both states are working toward a tight deadline to ensure that their postgraduate medical seats are occupied before the start of the clinical semester. According to the Directorate of Medical Education (DME) Assam, choice locking for the state will occur tonight between 4 PM and 11:55 PM.

Rajasthan: Security Deposits and Merit Rankings

In Rajasthan, the Office of the Chairman, NEET PG Admission Board, has reached a critical milestone. Following the release of the provisional merit list on January 31, the focus has now shifted to the financial formalities required for participation in the final allotment. Candidates should verify their standing on the official Rajasthan NEET PG portal before proceeding with the fee payment.

• Security Deposit Window: Starting today, February 2, candidates in Rajasthan must ensure their security amount is deposited to remain eligible for the Round 3 allotment.
• Timeline: The window for security deposition remains open until 5 PM on February 5, 2026, giving candidates enough time to finalize their banking arrangements.
• Provisional Allotment: The much-awaited seat allotment list for Rajasthan is scheduled for release on February 9, 2026.
• Download Window: Candidates can download their allotment letters and report for joining between February 9 and February 13, 2026, as per the Rajasthan NEET PG 2026 Round 3 schedule.

Assam: Choice Locking and Allotment Processing

In Assam, the Assam and Rajasthan PG Medical Counselling cycle is moving at a rapid pace to fill seats in Government Medical Colleges and the Dr B Borooah Cancer Institute. The DME has updated the timeline to allow newly qualified candidates to participate effectively. Detailed updates are available on the Assam NEET PG 2026 Round 3 schedule.

• Choice Filling Ends: The online filling of choices in Assam concludes today, February 2, at 5 PM.
• Choice Locking Facility: Candidates must lock their final choices between 4 PM and 11:55 PM tonight to be considered for allotment.
• Processing Phase: The processing of seat allotments in Assam will take place from February 3 to February 4, 2026.
• Result Publication: The result for the third round of Assam state quota seats is expected to be published on February 7, 2026.

Shared Challenges and Administrative Oversight

Both the Assam and Rajasthan PG Medical Counselling boards are facing high volumes of inquiries following the lowering of the qualifying percentile. To manage the surge, both states have implemented robust digital verification systems. Candidates are also monitoring the National Medical Commission (NMC) Information Desk for any updates on seat recognitions.

• Verification of New Eligibles: Candidates who qualified after the recent cut-off revision are being verified via physical and digital modes in both states.
• Seat Matrix Updates: Any virtual vacancies created by upgrades in previous rounds are being reflected in the current allotments.
• Bond Formalities: Both states require candidates to sign service bonds, the details of which are mandatory for the reporting phase starting next week.
• Helpdesk Support: Dedicated technical support teams have been assigned to handle queries related to the online portals during this high-stakes choice-locking phase.

Conclusion

As the Assam and Rajasthan PG Medical Counselling processes move toward their respective allotment results, the anxiety among medical aspirants is palpable. The coordinated efforts of the DME Assam and the Rajasthan Admission Board have ensured that the late-stage changes in eligibility did not derail the admission timeline. By mid-February, both states are expected to have a full roster of new postgraduate residents ready to join their clinical duties. For the candidates, the next few days are critical for finalizing their institutional choices and securing their future in India’s healthcare landscape.

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