NEET UG 2025 Round 3 Seat Allotment Result Out

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has finalized the revised schedule for NEET UG 2025 Round 3 Counselling. Aspirants must brace themselves for the seat allotment result, which will be announced on October 18, 2025. This round is crucial as it involves newly added seats, impacting thousands of aspirants for MBBS/BDS courses in AIQ, Central, and Deemed Universities. Ensure your choices are locked by today's extended deadline. Get the full schedule, reporting dates (October 19 to 27), and essential next steps on the official website, mcc.nic.in.

Today, marks a pivotal moment for all candidates participating in the NEET UG 2025 Counselling Round 3. With the choice filling/locking window closing today, the focus shifts entirely to the impending seat allotment result. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released a fresh and revised schedule on its official website, mcc.nic.in, confirming that the highly anticipated Round 3 seat allocation list will be announced on Friday, October 18, 2025.

​This third round is particularly significant as it incorporates the seat matrix with newly added MBBS/BDS seats, which necessitated the revision and extension of the choice-filling deadline. For aspirants vying for a spot in AIQ (All India Quota), Central Universities, Deemed Universities, AIIMS, and JIPMER, this is a critical final opportunity before the Stray Vacancy Round. Candidates must stay hyper-vigilant and prepare for the subsequent, rapid reporting process.

​Key Milestones: NEET UG 2025 Round 3 Revised Timeline

​The revised schedule is a roadmap that candidates must adhere to strictly. Missing any deadline in this final phase can lead to the forfeiture of a seat. The MCC has meticulously planned the remaining steps to ensure a smooth conclusion to the main counselling rounds.

• ​Processing of Seat Allotment:
  • ​This will take place on October 17, 2025, to October 18, 2025. During this time, the MCC software will process the submitted choices against the candidate's rank, category, and seat availability.
• ​Seat Allotment Result Announcement:
  • ​The Round 3 result will be published on October 18, 2025. Candidates should check the official MCC website for the direct link to the result and download their Provisional Allotment Letter.
• ​Reporting to Allotted Institutes:
  • ​The physical reporting window is from October 19, 2025, to October 27, 2025. Allotted candidates must report to their respective colleges during this period for document verification and admission completion.

​Crucial Information for All Aspirants:

• ​Security Deposit: Candidates who register for Round 3 for the first time must pay the requisite non-refundable registration fee and the refundable security deposit.
• ​Seat Upgradation: Candidates already holding a seat from Round 2 and opting for upgrade in Round 3 must surrender their Round 2 seat only after receiving an upgrade in Round 3 and collecting the official Relieving Letter from the previous college.
• ​Strict Adherence: The admission process for Round 3 is definitive. Once a candidate joins in this round, they cannot resign the seat and will be ineligible to participate in any subsequent counselling rounds, including the Stray Vacancy Round.

​The Impact of Newly Added Seats on Round 3 Cutoffs

​The extension of the choice filling deadline was a direct result of the addition of new medical seats to the Round 3 seat matrix. This development carries significant implications for the cut-off ranks across various categories.

• ​Increased Opportunities: The introduction of new seats, particularly in government medical colleges and prestigious central institutions, increases the overall number of available positions. This provides a lifeline to candidates with lower ranks who missed out in Round 1 and Round 2.
• ​Projected Cut-off Shift: With a larger pool of seats, there is a strong likelihood of a slight dip in the closing rank (cut-off) for both AIQ and Institutional Quota seats. Aspirants should have utilized this opportunity to revisit their choices and place newly available colleges at the top of their preference list.
• ​Strategic Choice Locking: Candidates who successfully locked a wider array of choices, prioritizing colleges that were recently added or those that previously had very high cut-offs, stand a better chance of allotment in this round. The strategic inclusion of Deemed University seats for those with lower ranks is also a key factor.

​Key Takeaways from the Revised Schedule:

• ​Zero Tolerance: The MCC is operating on a tight timeline, emphasizing that no further extensions will be granted, particularly for the reporting phase (October 19–27, 2025).
• ​Document Readiness: All candidates must have their original documents, including the NEET UG 2025 Admit Card, Rank Letter, Class 10/12 Certificates, Provisional Allotment Letter, and Category Certificates (if applicable), ready for immediate submission.

​Beyond Round 3: Preparation for the Stray Vacancy Round

​For candidates who, despite the revised schedule and additional seats, do not secure an allotment in Round 3, the final opportunity lies in the Online Stray Vacancy Round. The MCC has also released a tentative schedule for this phase.

• ​Stray Vacancy Round Dates: 
  • ​Registration: October 30, 2025, to November 3, 2025.
  • ​Choice Filling: November 1, 2025, to November 5, 2025.
  • ​Result Announcement: November 8, 2025.
  • ​Reporting to Institute: November 9, 2025, to November 15, 2025.
• ​Eligibility Criteria: Candidates who do not participate in or are not allotted a seat in Round 3 are eligible for the Stray Vacancy Round. Importantly, candidates who have secured a seat and joined in Round 1, Round 2, or Round 3 are ineligible.
• ​Online Format: Unlike previous years, the Stray Vacancy Round is typically conducted online by the MCC, maintaining transparency for the final distribution of residual seats. Candidates must register anew for this round if they wish to participate.

​Conclusion

​The next 48 hours are defining for NEET UG 2025 aspirants. The successful closing of the choice-locking window today paves the way for the Round 3 Seat Allotment Result on October 18, 2025. Aspirants must ensure they have downloaded all necessary documents and are financially and logistically prepared for the October 19–27, 2025, reporting period. Stay focused, track the official MCC website, and be ready to claim your dream seat in the medical field. [suspicious link removed] is a helpful video explaining the schedule updates.