Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), Government of Puducherry, has extended the last date for Round 3 registration and fee payment for UG NEET-based medical courses.
According to the notice dated October 5, 2026, the extension has been provided following the publication of the MCC Round 3 allotment, which resulted in new vacancies in CENTAC. Revised vacancies for UG NEET courses have subsequently been published on the CENTAC website.
Round 3 Registration Deadline Extended
The last date for Round 3 registration and fee payment has been extended up to October 6, 2026, 5:00 PM. CENTAC has specifically stated that no further extension of time will be provided for registration.
Candidates who are interested in participating in Round 3 of Puducherry UG NEET counselling should complete their registration and fee payment within the revised deadline.
Round 1 and Round 2 Seat Withdrawal Deadline
CENTAC has also extended the facility for candidates who have already joined their Round 1 or Round 2 allotted seat but now wish to resign or withdraw from the admitted seat.
Candidates who want to resign or withdraw their admitted seat with forfeiture of the registration fee can submit their Resignation Request Letter through their Candidate Login Dashboard. The request must be submitted on or before October 6, 2026, by 5:00 PM.
The notice states that candidates should use the Resignation Request Letter prescribed as Annexure 17 in the UG NEET Information Brochure.
Important Dates
| Particular | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Round 3 Registration & Fee Payment | October 6, 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
| Resignation/Withdrawal of Round 1/2 Admitted Seat | October 6, 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
| Further Extension | No further extension |
CENTAC Candidates Advised to Complete Process on Time
Candidates are advised to complete the required process within the deadline through their Candidate Login Dashboard. CENTAC has also informed candidates about the revised deadline through SMS.
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