The Director General Medical Education & Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh has announced the schedule for Third Round of Online Counselling for UP NEET MDS 2026. The counselling is being conducted for admission to MDS (Master of Dental Surgery) postgraduate dental courses in eligible Government and Private Dental Colleges/Universities in Uttar Pradesh.
As per the latest official schedule, the Round 3 registration process started on October 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Candidates interested in participating in the third round must complete registration, fee payment, and choice filling within the prescribed deadlines.
UP NEET MDS 2026 Round 3: Important Dates
Counselling Activity | Date & Time |
Online Registration | October 6, 2026, 11:00 AM to October 8, 2026, 11:00 AM |
Registration Fee + Security Fee Payment | October 6, 2026, 11:00 AM to October 8, 2026, 2:00 PM |
Merit List | October 8, 2026 |
Online Choice Filling | October 8, 2026, 5:00 PM to October 12, 2026, 11:00 AM |
Seat Allotment Result | October 12, 2026 |
Allotment Letter & Admission Process | October 13 to October 17, 2026 |
Candidates should carefully follow the official schedule because missing a deadline can affect their participation in the counselling round.
UP NEET MDS 2026 Round 3 Registration
The online registration window for Round 3 is open from October 6 to October 8, 2026.
Candidates who are eligible and wish to participate should complete the registration process before 11:00 AM on October 8, 2026. Along with registration, candidates must also complete the prescribed registration fee and security fee payment within the notified time.
The fee payment window will remain open until 2:00 PM on October 8, 2026.
UP NEET MDS 2026 Merit List
After completion of the registration process and verification of eligible candidates, the UP NEET MDS Round 3 merit list will be declared on October 8, 2026.
Candidates should check the merit list carefully and ensure that their details are correct before proceeding with the next stage of counselling.
UP NEET MDS 2026 Choice Filling
The online choice-filling process will begin on October 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
Candidates will be able to submit their preferred MDS colleges and courses until October 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM.
Choice filling is one of the most important stages of counselling. Candidates should arrange their preferences carefully based on factors such as:
Preferred MDS speciality
College and university
Government or private institution
Available seats
Fee structure
Previous admission trends
Location and other personal preferences
A well-planned choice list can help candidates make better use of the available counselling options.
UP NEET MDS 2026 Seat Allotment Result
The Round 3 seat allotment result is scheduled for October 12, 2026.
Candidates who are allotted a seat should check their allotment details and follow the instructions issued by DGME Uttar Pradesh regarding downloading the allotment letter and completing the admission process.
Allotment Letter and Admission Process
According to the announced schedule, the allotment letter downloading and admission process will take place from October 13 to October 17, 2026.
Candidates allotted a seat should complete the required admission formalities within the specified period. They should also keep all original documents and other required credentials ready for verification and admission.
Who Should Participate in UP NEET MDS Round 3?
Eligible NEET-MDS 2026 qualified candidates who are seeking admission to MDS programmes through Uttar Pradesh counselling can participate as per the applicable counselling rules.
Candidates should read the latest counselling instructions and eligibility requirements carefully before registering.
Important Points for MDS Aspirants
Candidates participating in Round 3 should avoid waiting until the last date to complete the registration or fee payment process. They should also review their college and speciality preferences before submitting the final choices.
The counselling schedule may be affected by further directions from the competent authorities. Therefore, candidates should regularly monitor the official UP NEET counselling portal for any new notification or modification.
Candidates should check the official website regularly for the latest counselling notices, merit lists, seat allotment results and admission instructions.
Official Website: https://upneet.gov.in/
Frequently Asked Questions
When did UP NEET MDS 2026 Round 3 registration start?
The UP NEET MDS 2026 Round 3 registration started on October 6, 2026, at 11:00 AM.
What is the last date to register for UP NEET MDS Round 3?
Candidates can complete their online registration until October 8, 2026, at 11:00 AM.
When will UP NEET MDS Round 3 choice filling begin?
The online choice-filling process will start on October 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM and will remain open until October 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM
When will the UP NEET MDS Round 3 seat allotment result be released?
The Round 3 seat allotment result is scheduled to be declared on October 12, 2026.
When will the UP NEET MDS Round 3 admission process take place?
Candidates allotted a seat can download their allotment letters and complete the admission process from October 13 to October 17, 2026. Eduspray India can assist students with MDS college selection and counselling guidance.
Written by
Eduspray Team
7 Oct 2026