UP NEET UG 2026: Round 3 Seat Matrix Released for MBBS and BDS Admissions

The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh, has officially released the seat matrix for the third round of the NEET UG 2026 counselling process. This update provides essential information regarding the current vacancies for MBBS and BDS courses across various participating medical and dental colleges in the state.

Candidates who are participating in the third round of the state-level counselling process can access the detailed seat matrix in PDF format by visiting the official website at upneet.gov.in. This document is a critical resource for students, as it outlines the specific number of seats available, allowing them to make informed decisions before finalizing their college preferences.

Understanding the Counselling Schedule and Choice Filling

The release of the seat matrix is a pivotal step in the admission process, as it precedes the deadline for choice filling and locking. According to the official schedule released by the authorities, candidates have until October 31, 2026, at 5 PM to submit and lock their preferred college choices. It is advised that applicants carefully review the seat matrix to align their preferences with the actual availability of seats in their desired institutions.

Following the conclusion of the choice-filling phase, the authorities will process the data to release the seat allotment results for the third round, which are scheduled to be published on November 2, 2026. Successful candidates will then be able to download their allotment letters and proceed with the mandatory college reporting process, which is slated to take place between November 3 and November 7, 2026.

How to Access the Seat Matrix

To view the vacancy details, candidates should navigate to the official UP NEET portal at upneet.gov.in. Once on the homepage, they should locate the Notifications or News and Events section to find the link labeled Tentative Seat Matrix for UP NEET UG Counselling for MBBS/BDS Round 3 - 2026. Clicking this link will open the PDF document, which can be downloaded for reference.

Before proceeding with the choice-filling process, students are reminded to ensure that all preliminary requirements, including registration, fee payment, and document verification, have been successfully completed. When selecting colleges, candidates should take into account their individual NEET UG ranks, eligibility criteria, and the specific seat distribution provided in the official matrix to optimize their chances during the allotment phase.