Patna, January 15, 2026 – The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) is gearing up for Round 3 of the NEET PG 2025 counselling process, with significant developments aimed at filling vacant postgraduate medical seats across India. In a major relief for aspiring MD/MS and PG Diploma candidates, the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has lowered the qualifying percentile for NEET PG 2025, enabling a larger pool of candidates to participate in this crucial round.
Here are aspirants eagerly checking their NEET PG counselling results and seat allotment status on the official portal:
The revised cut-offs, approved by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), come as a strategic move to address unfilled seats in various specialties following the conclusion of Rounds 1 and 2. The changes apply solely to eligibility for counselling participation and do not alter the original NEET PG 2025 ranks published earlier.
Key highlights of the revised qualifying percentiles include:
- General/EWS: Reduced significantly (previously 50th percentile, now allowing lower scores to qualify)
- SC/ST/OBC: Lowered to the 0th percentile in some reports, with minimum scores adjusted accordingly
These adjustments are expected to boost participation and help fill critical vacancies in postgraduate medical education for the 2025-26 academic session.
The MCC is set to release the official Round 3 schedule shortly on its portal at mcc.nic.in. According to the latest reliable updates, registration for Round 3 commenced or is commencing today (January 15, 2026), with key tentative timelines as follows:
- Registration window: Open now / till late January 2026
- Choice filling and locking: To follow registration
- Seat allotment processing: Expected around January 27–28, 2026
- Round 3 result declaration: Around January 29, 2026
Candidates are strongly advised to monitor the official MCC website regularly for the confirmed dates, seat matrix, and detailed instructions. Eligibility remains provisional, subject to document verification, and no changes have been made to the previously declared ranks.
Thousands of medical graduates across the country are hopeful that this round will bring them closer to their dream specializations. Here, future doctors in white coats symbolize the aspiration and dedication driving India’s medical education system:
Experts recommend that eligible candidates prepare their documents, review the updated seat matrix, and participate actively, as allotment in Round 3 is often final with limited options for resignation or upgradation in subsequent stray vacancy rounds.
For the most accurate and real-time information, visit mcc.nic.in and stay updated through official notices. This round represents a vital opportunity for many to secure their postgraduate medical seats and begin their advanced training journey.
(News compiled from official notices and reliable education portals as of January 15, 2026.)