Critical Update for NEET UG 2025 Aspirants: NEET UG 2025 Round 3 Counselling

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced crucial dates for NEET UG Counselling 2025 Round 3. Today, October 16, marks the final deadline for choice filling and locking, extended due to the addition of new seats. Aspirants should lock their preferences immediately. The highly anticipated seat allotment result will be declared on October 18, 2025. Following the results, the mandatory institute reporting period is scheduled from October 19 to October 27, 2025. Prepare all original documents for a seamless admission process.

The journey to securing an MBBS or BDS seat through the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2025 counselling process is reaching its decisive phase. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released a vital update concerning the Round 3 All India Quota (AIQ) counselling, a last major opportunity for candidates to secure a seat in top medical and dental colleges across India.

​Aspirants who have yet to lock their choices must act immediately, as the system will auto-lock preferences shortly. The next few days are crucial, leading to the seat allotment result announcement on October 18 and the commencement of the mandatory reporting period from October 19. Every aspirant must adhere strictly to this revised schedule to finalize their admission and secure their future in the medical field.

​Crucial Deadlines: Don't Miss the Final Window

​The revised schedule for the MCC NEET UG Counselling 2025 Round 3 is non-negotiable, and missing any date can result in the forfeiture of a seat. The recent extension of the choice filling deadline underscores the importance of exercising preferences carefully. Candidates must treat today’s deadline with the utmost seriousness, as it is the final chance to select colleges for this round.

• ​Choice Filling and Locking: The extended deadline concludes today, October 16, 2025. Candidates are strongly advised to finalize and lock their choices well before the closing time. Choices not locked by the candidate will be automatically locked by the system at the stipulated time.
• ​Seat Allotment Processing: The MCC will process the locked choices on October 17 and 18, 2025, using the complex algorithm that factors in NEET Rank, college preferences, category, and seat availability.
• ​Seat Allotment Result Declaration: The Round 3 Seat Allotment Result will be announced on October 18, 2025. Candidates must check the official MCC website immediately upon result declaration to download their allotment letter. This letter is mandatory for the next step.

​Mandatory Institute Reporting: Securing Your Seat

​The most critical step following the allotment is the physical reporting to the assigned institute. The purpose of this stage is rigorous document verification and completion of admission formalities, officially securing the candidate's seat. Failure to report within the specified window will lead to the cancellation of the allotted seat, and the candidate may not be eligible for subsequent rounds.

• ​Reporting Window: The mandatory institute reporting period is from October 19 to October 27, 2025. This nine-day window is the only time provided to complete all admission requirements.
• ​Admission Formalities: Reporting involves biometric verification, original document submission, fee payment (which may include full tuition or an initial admission fee), and institutional registration. Candidates are advised to check the specific college website for detailed fee structures and reporting guidelines.
• ​Original Documents are Essential: Candidates must carry all original documents, along with at least two sets of self-attested photocopies. The college authorities will verify the originals against the photocopies and the data submitted online. Any discrepancy or failure to produce the required original documents can result in immediate cancellation of admission.

​Checklist of Essential Documents for Verification

​A prepared candidate is a successful candidate. To ensure a smooth reporting and admission process, aspirants must meticulously arrange all necessary original documents. This step is pivotal to avoiding last-minute panic and potential rejection.

• ​NEET Essentials: 
  • ​NEET UG 2025 Admit Card.
  • ​NEET UG 2025 Result/Rank Letter.
  • ​MCC Provisional Allotment Letter (downloaded after the Round 3 result).
• ​Academic and Identity Proof: 
  • ​Class 10th Certificate (for Date of Birth proof).
  • ​Class 12th Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate.
  • ​Proof of Identity (Aadhar Card/Passport/Driving License/PAN Card).
  • ​Eight (8) Passport size photographs (must be the same as affixed on the application form).
• ​Category and State-Specific Documents (if applicable): 
  • ​SC/ST Certificate (issued by the competent authority).
  • ​OBC-NCL Certificate (issued by the competent authority in the prescribed format).
  • ​EWS Certificate (issued by the competent authority).
  • ​PwBD Certificate (if applicable).
  • ​Domicile Certificate (for state quota seats, if using the same for any fee concession or state-specific benefits).

​Conclusion

​The next eleven days, from the choice locking deadline on October 16 to the final reporting deadline on October 27, are arguably the most crucial phase of the NEET UG 2025 counselling cycle. With the choice filling window closing today, aspirants have one immediate task: to review and lock their preferences. Once the results are out on October 18, the singular focus must shift to preparing the complete set of original documents and reporting to the allotted college between October 19 and October 27. Timeliness, attention to detail, and thorough document verification are the keys to successfully transitioning from a NEET aspirant to a medical student.