The third round of online counselling will be conducted to fill vacant seats under the Assam State Quota. Eligible candidates who have qualified for NEET UG 2026 and fulfil the prescribed admission criteria can participate in the counselling process.

According to the announced schedule, the online registration window for Round 3 will open on September 28, 2026, and remain available until October 1, 2026. The choice-filling process will begin on October 2, followed by choice locking on October 5. The seat allotment result is scheduled to be declared on October 9, 2026.

Candidates who have already registered and participated in Round 1 or Round 2 of Assam State Quota counselling do not need to register again. They can directly participate in the Round 3 choice-filling process for fresh seat allotment or a change of college, subject to the applicable counselling rules.

However, candidates who have already joined or are holding a seat allotted through Round 3 of MCC's All India Quota counselling for the 2026 session will not be eligible to participate in this state-level round.

Assam MBBS/BDS Round 3 Counselling 2026: Key Highlights

Assam NEET UG Round 3 Counselling 2026: Complete Schedule

DME Assam has announced the complete schedule for the third round of MBBS and BDS counselling under the State Quota.

Candidates should carefully note the registration deadline, choice-filling period, choice-locking time and reporting dates to avoid missing any important admission activity.

Important: Candidates must complete choice filling and locking within the prescribed time. Choices that are not manually locked will be locked automatically at 11:59 PM on October 5, 2026.

Assam MBBS/BDS Round 3 Counselling: Who Can Apply?

The third round of counselling is intended for eligible candidates seeking admission to first-year MBBS and BDS courses in government medical and dental colleges in Assam under the State Quota.

Candidates must satisfy the eligibility conditions prescribed under the Medical Colleges and Dental Colleges of Assam (Regulation of Admission into 1st Year MBBS/BDS Courses) Rules, 2017, as amended up to 2026.

The major eligibility requirements include the following:

1. NEET UG 2026 Qualification

Candidates must have qualified for NEET UG 2026, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), by obtaining the minimum qualifying score prescribed for their category.

2. State Quota Eligibility

Applicants must satisfy the applicable Assam State Quota eligibility and domicile requirements specified in the state admission rules.

3. Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed the qualifying Class 12 examination with the prescribed subjects and minimum marks required for admission to MBBS or BDS courses.

4. Compliance with Counselling Rules

Candidates must fulfil the applicable registration, eligibility, document verification and seat-allotment requirements.

Applicants should carefully check the official counselling notification for the complete eligibility conditions.

Existing Candidates Do Not Need to Register Again

One of the key points in the Round 3 counselling notification is that candidates who have already registered and participated in Round 1 or Round 2 of Assam State Quota counselling do not need to submit a fresh registration application.

Such candidates can directly proceed to the online choice-filling stage for Round 3.

This facility is relevant to candidates who wish to:

• Seek a fresh seat allotment, subject to the applicable rules.

• Explore the possibility of obtaining a different college.

• Participate in the next round after their previous counselling participation.

Candidates should log in using their existing credentials and check their eligibility before filling in their preferences.

Important Restriction for MCC Round 3 All India Quota Candidates

DME Assam has specified an important restriction for candidates participating in the state-level Round 3 counselling.

Candidates who have already joined or are holding a seat allotted through Round 3 of MCC counselling for the 2026 session will not be eligible to participate in Assam's Round 3 State Quota counselling.

Candidates falling under this category will be excluded from the state counselling process if identified.

Applicants should therefore carefully review their current admission status and the applicable MCC and state counselling rules before participating.

How to Register for Assam MBBS/BDS Round 3 Counselling 2026

Eligible candidates who need to register for Round 3 can complete the online process through the official DME Assam website.

The registration process generally involves the following steps:

Step 1: Visit the official Directorate of Medical Education, Assam website at dme.assam.gov.in.

Step 2: Open the NEET UG 2026 counselling or admission section.

Step 3: Look for the Round 3 MBBS/BDS counselling registration link.

Step 4: Enter the required personal, academic and NEET UG details.

Step 5: Upload the necessary documents, wherever applicable.

Step 6: Review the information entered in the application form.

Step 7: Submit the registration form and save the confirmation details for future reference.

Candidates who have already registered in an earlier round should check whether they can directly access the choice-filling facility using their existing login credentials.

Assam NEET UG Round 3 Choice Filling 2026

The online choice-filling process is scheduled to take place from October 2 to October 5, 2026.

During this stage, eligible candidates can select their preferred government medical and dental colleges and arrange them according to their priorities.

Candidates should consider the following points while filling in their choices:

• Review the available MBBS and BDS seats.

• Check the college-wise seat matrix and applicable reservation categories.

• Arrange college preferences carefully in the desired order.

• Verify the selected colleges before submitting the choices.

• Complete the choice-locking process within the prescribed deadline.

Candidates should note that seat allotment will depend on NEET UG merit, eligibility, reservation rules, preferences and the availability of seats.

Assam MBBS/BDS Round 3 Seat Allotment Result 2026

The Round 3 seat allotment result is scheduled to be declared on October 9, 2026.

The allotment process will be conducted from October 6 to October 8, 2026, after the completion of choice filling and locking.

The seat allotment result is expected to contain details such as:

• Candidate's name and registration details.

• NEET UG rank and relevant merit information.

• Allotted college and course.

• Category and applicable quota.

• Allotment status.

Candidates should check the official website for the result notification and instructions for downloading the allotment letter.

Reporting and Joining Dates for Assam NEET UG Round 3

Candidates who are allotted seats in Round 3 must complete the admission and reporting formalities within the prescribed period.

The reporting and joining window is scheduled for October 13 and 14, 2026.

Candidates should follow the instructions issued by DME Assam and the allotted institution regarding document verification, fee payment, admission confirmation and joining formalities.

Failure to report within the prescribed deadline may affect the candidate's admission status, subject to the applicable counselling rules.

Documents Required for Assam MBBS/BDS Counselling 2026

Candidates should keep the following documents ready for verification and admission, as applicable:

• NEET UG 2026 admit card.

• NEET UG 2026 scorecard.

• Class 10 marksheet and certificate.

• Class 12 marksheet and passing certificate.

• Assam domicile or residential certificate, wherever required.

• Category certificate, if applicable.

• Valid photo identity proof.

• Recent passport-size photographs.

• Counselling registration confirmation.

• Seat allotment letter.

• Other documents specified in the official admission notification.

Candidates should carry the original documents along with the required photocopies when reporting to the allotted institution.

What Should Candidates Do After the Round 3 Schedule Release?

Candidates participating in Assam NEET UG Round 3 counselling should take the following steps:

1.    Check their eligibility for the third round.

2.    Complete fresh registration if required.

3.    Existing registered candidates should log in and proceed to choice filling.

4.    Review the available seats and select colleges according to their preferences.

5.    Lock the choices before the prescribed deadline.

6.    Check the seat allotment result on October 9, 2026.

7.    Download the allotment letter if a seat is allotted.

8.    Complete reporting and joining formalities between October 13 and 14, 2026.

Candidates should regularly check the official website for any revised schedule or additional instructions.

Conclusion

The release of the Assam MBBS/BDS Round 3 Counselling Schedule 2026 marks an important stage in the state-level medical and dental admission process for the 2026–27 academic session.

With registration scheduled from September 28 to October 1, choice filling from October 2 to 5, and the seat allotment result on October 9, eligible candidates should complete all required activities within the prescribed deadlines.

Candidates who have already participated in earlier rounds of Assam State Quota counselling can directly proceed to choice filling without registering again, subject to eligibility.

Aspirants are advised to review the counselling rules, verify their admission status and regularly visit the official DME Assam website for the latest updates.