NEET UG 2023 Round 3 Counselling: Latest Updates and Seat Matrix

Posted On September 5, 2023September 5, 2023

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The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially initiated the third round of counselling for NEET UG 2023. As the anticipation builds, prospective medical and dental students are eagerly exploring their options. In this blog, we will delve into the details of the latest developments, including the release of the seat matrix and key dates for the third round of counselling.

Seat Matrix:

Let’s start by examining the seat matrix for NEET UG 2023. The online third-round seat matrix is now available, offering a comprehensive view of the available seats. These seats are categorized as clear vacancies and virtual vacancies.

Clear Vacancy Seats:

• MBBS Seats in Government Medical Colleges: 2690
• BDS Seats in Dental Colleges: 440
• AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences) MBBS Seats: 103
• Deemed Medical Colleges MBBS Seats: 1309
• NRI Quota MBBS Seats: 571
• Deemed Dental Colleges BDS Seats: 476
• NRI Quota BDS Seats: 84
• Delhi University (Internal Quota) MBBS Seats: 12
• Delhi University (Internal Quota) Dental Seats: 11
• Indraprastha University MBBS Seats: 7
• Indraprastha University Dental Seats: 17
• Banaras Hindu University MBBS Seats: 3
• Banaras Hindu University Dental Seats: 26
• Aligarh Muslim University MBBS Seats: 8
• Aligarh Muslim University Dental Seats: 11
• JIPMER Pondicherry and Karaikal MBBS Seats: 37 (Including 29 All India Quota)
• MBBS Seats for Children of MBBS Card Holders: 32
• B.Sc Nursing Honors Seats: 236

Virtual Vacancy Seats:

These seats are available for candidates who participated in the first and second rounds and wish to upgrade in the third round.

• Total Virtual Vacancy Seats: 8650
• Clear Vacancy Seats: 5811

Choice Filling and Locking:

The process of choice filling is currently underway and will continue until September 5th. Students are advised to check the fees associated with their desired colleges before making their selections. It’s crucial to lock your choices carefully because once submitted, no further changes can be made.

Important Dates:

• Choice Filling Deadline: September 5th
• Automatic Locking of Choices: If not manually locked by 11.55 pm on September 5th
• Third Round Seat Allotment Announcement: September 8th
• Reporting to Allotted Colleges: Between September 10th and September 18^th

Note: Students are required to bring their original certificates, along with two sets of self-attested photocopies and fees, when reporting to the allocated medical colleges. In the third round, there is no provision for a free exit.

Final Thoughts:

As the NEET UG 2023 counselling process enters its third round, aspiring medical and dental students have a unique opportunity to secure their seats in prestigious institutions across India. With an array of clear and virtual vacancies, the choices are diverse, and the competition is fierce. Stay updated with the latest developments and make your selections wisely to embark on your journey toward a promising medical career.