Punjab NEET-MDS 2026 Round 3 Registration Last Date Today at 5 PM; Check Willingness Rules
Published 28 Oct 20266 min read
Candidates seeking admission through Punjab's NEET-MDS 2026 counselling should complete the applicable registration formalities by 5 PM on October 28, 2026, according to the supplied counselling reminder. The deadline covers fresh applications, applicable fees and security deposits, willingness submission, application corrections and separate NRI admission applications, as applicable to each candidate. Candidates can access the BFUHS MDS counselling portal to locate the relevant application and willingness options. The reminder states that candidates who registered in Rounds 1 and 2 but did not receive a seat do not need fresh registration. However, they must submit willingness to participate in Round 3. Candidates who paid the Round 2 security deposit but received no seat in that round are not required to pay that deposit again, according to the supplied notice summary.
Punjab NEET-MDS 2026 Round 3: Important Dates
| Counselling activity | Date and deadline |
|---|---|
| Fresh applications, applicable fees and willingness formalities | October 28, 2026, by 5 PM |
| Application correction | October 28, 2026, by 5 PM |
| Separate NRI admission applications | October 28, 2026, by 5 PM |
| College and specialty choice filling | October 31 to November 5, 2026, ending at 5 PM |
Candidates should check the latest BFUHS counselling portal for the applicable instructions and any subsequent schedule revision.
Who Needs Fresh Registration for Punjab NEET-MDS Round 3?
According to the supplied counselling reminder, candidates who have already registered for Rounds 1 and 2 but remained unallotted do not need to register again for Round 3. They must, however, submit willingness within the prescribed deadline. Fresh applicants should complete the registration process and pay the applicable fees and security deposit, where required, by the stipulated deadline. Before submitting any form or payment, candidates should confirm their registration status and follow the instructions applicable to their category and counselling history.
Punjab NEET-MDS Round 3: Willingness and Security Deposit Rules
The supplied notice summary specifies the following rules:
- Previously registered but unallotted candidates: Fresh registration is not required, but willingness submission is compulsory.
- Candidates who paid the Round 2 security deposit but received no Round 2 seat: The same security deposit need not be paid again, according to the reminder.
- Fresh applicants: Registration, willingness and the applicable security deposit must be completed as required by the current counselling schedule.
- AIQ seat holders: Candidates holding an All India Quota seat are stated to be ineligible under the notice. Candidates should check the exact wording of the current official notice to determine how this exclusion applies to their circumstances.
The security-deposit exemption described above is specific to the stated Round 2 scenario. Candidates should not assume that it applies to every applicant or every previous payment.
Application Correction and NRI Admission Deadline
The reminder also places the deadline for correcting application details and submitting separate NRI admission applications at 5 PM on October 28, 2026. Candidates who need to correct their application should check the portal's available options and the current notice before making changes. Applicants seeking admission under the NRI category should confirm the required application procedure and supporting documents from BFUHS.
How to Access the Punjab NEET-MDS 2026 Counselling Portal
Candidates can use the following steps to access the counselling portal:
- Visit the official BFUHS MDS counselling portal.
- Locate the Round 3 MDS counselling notice and the relevant application or willingness option.
- Follow the instructions applicable to your registration status.
- Complete any required form submission and payment before the prescribed deadline.
- Retain the application confirmation and payment receipt, where available.
The exact options displayed may differ depending on the candidate's status. Candidates should use the appropriate workflow rather than submitting a duplicate application unnecessarily.
Punjab NEET-MDS 2026 Round 3 Choice Filling Dates
College and specialty choice filling is scheduled from October 31 to November 5, 2026, with the process ending at 5 PM on November 5, according to the supplied reminder. Candidates should review the available colleges, specialties and applicable eligibility conditions before submitting their preferences. They should also monitor BFUHS announcements for any revised schedule, seat-allotment information and subsequent admission instructions. The seat-allotment result date and college reporting schedule have not been established by the supplied reminder and should be confirmed from the latest official notice before being reported.
Official Website for Punjab NEET-MDS Counselling
The supplied application and willingness portal is:
Candidates should rely on the latest BFUHS notice for the final deadline, eligibility conditions, payment requirements and any subsequent changes to the Round 3 schedule.