The Office of the Commissioner, Medical Education, Chhattisgarh has released an important notice regarding NEET UG 2026 Third Round Counselling. The authority has extended the last date for Choice Filling/Locking and issued a revised seat matrix for participating institutions.
According to the official notice dated October 6, 2026, seats that became vacant after some candidates from the earlier Round 1 and Round 2 admissions left their allotted seats have been incorporated into the revised seat matrix for Round 3 counselling.
Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026 Round 3: Deadline Extended
The earlier schedule had fixed October 7, 2026, at 11:59 PM as the last date for completing Choice Filling/Locking.
The deadline has now been extended by one day, giving candidates additional time to review the revised seat matrix and finalise their preferences.
Revised Choice Filling/Locking Deadline
Counselling Activity | Revised Date |
Choice Filling/Locking – Earlier Deadline | October 7, 2026, till 11:59 PM |
Choice Filling/Locking – Revised Deadline | October 8, 2026, till 11:59 PM |
Candidates participating in Third Round NEET UG 2026 counselling in Chhattisgarh should complete their Choice Filling/Locking by 11:59 PM on October 8, 2026.
Why Has the Seat Matrix Been Revised?
The revised seat matrix has been issued because certain candidates who had taken admission through the earlier First and Second Rounds subsequently surrendered their allotted seats.
As a result, vacancies have arisen in the concerned institutions. These vacant seats have now been included in the Third Round seat matrix, allowing eligible candidates to consider them while making their choices.
What Should Candidates Do Now?
Candidates participating in Round 3 should carefully check the revised seat matrix before finalising their choices.
Since additional seats have been included following vacancies from earlier rounds, candidates may find changes in the availability of courses and institutions. Reviewing the updated matrix before locking choices is therefore important.
Candidates should also ensure that their choice preferences accurately reflect their priorities before the deadline. Once the final choice-filling/locking window closes, candidates should not expect further changes unless permitted through a subsequent official notification.
Important Update for NEET UG 2026 Aspirants
The extension provides candidates with additional time to:
Review the revised seat matrix
Reconsider their preferred colleges and courses
Modify their choices, where permitted
Complete final Choice Filling/Locking before October 8, 2026, at 11:59 PM
The official notice specifically advises eligible candidates participating in the Third Round counselling to review the revised seat matrix and complete their Choice Filling/Locking within the extended deadline.
Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026 Round 3: Key Update at a Glance
Counselling: NEET UG 2026 – Third Round
Authority: Office of the Commissioner, Medical Education, Chhattisgarh
Update: Revised Seat Matrix Released
Previous Deadline: October 7, 2026, 11:59 PM
New Deadline: October 8, 2026, 11:59 PM
Reason for Revision: Vacant seats resulting from candidates leaving seats allotted in previous rounds
Eduspray India – NEET Counselling Guidance
A revised seat matrix can change the options available to candidates during counselling. Students should therefore review their choices carefully rather than relying only on the preferences submitted in earlier rounds.
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The update has been issued by the Office of the Commissioner, Medical Education, Chhattisgarh. Candidates should refer to the official notice and revised seat matrix for the latest information.
Official Notice: View the official Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026 notice
Frequently Asked Questions
Which courses are covered under Uttarakhand NEET UG 2026 Round 3 counselling?
The Round 3 counselling process is for MBBS and BDS admissions under Uttarakhand NEET UG 2026 counselling.
When was the registration deadline for Uttarakhand NEET UG Round 3?
Online registration, fee payment and choice filling were open from September 29 to October 5, 2026, until 5:00 PM.
When was the final seat matrix released for Uttarakhand NEET UG Round 3?
The final seat matrix was scheduled to be published on October 6, 2026.
When will the Uttarakhand NEET UG 2026 Round 3 result be announced?
The Round 3 seat allotment result is scheduled for October 9, 2026.
What is the deadline for joining the allotted college?
Candidates allotted a seat in Round 3 must complete the joining/admission process by October 14, 2026, as per the counselling schedule. Eduspray India can assist students with college selection and NEET counselling guidance.
Written by
Eduspray India
7 Oct 2026
