AACCC AYUSH UG Counselling Round 3 2026 registration, fee payment, and choice filling schedule is officially live on the central admissions portal at aaccc.gov.in. Conducted by the Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee under the Ministry of Ayush, Round 3 acts as the primary national allotment phase for 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats, 100% Central Universities, National Institutes, and Deemed University seats in BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, and BSMS courses. Online registration for Round 3 opens on October 14, 2026, and closes on October 20, 2026 (up to 02:00 PM), with the fee payment window active until 05:00 PM. Choice filling runs from October 15 to October 20, 2026, followed by mandatory choice locking between 02:00 PM and 11:55 PM on October 20, 2026. The official Round 3 seat allotment result will be declared on October 23, 2026, with physical college reporting taking place from October 24 to October 29, 2026.
Round 3 Live Action Summary:
- Tentative Seat Matrix Publication: October 12 – October 13, 2026 on aaccc.gov.in
- Round 3 Registration and Fee Payment Window: October 14 – October 20, 2026 (Registration closes 02:00 PM; Payment closes 05:00 PM)
- Choice Filling and Mandatory Locking: October 15 – October 20, 2026 (Locking starts 02:00 PM on Oct 20)
- Seat Allotment Result: October 23, 2026
- College Reporting and Document Verification: October 24 – October 29, 2026
- Next Phase: Stray Vacancy Round (SVR-I) begins November 1, 2026
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Overview of AACCC AYUSH UG Counselling Round 3 2026
The Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee conducts centralized counselling across four distinct stages: Round 1 (Completed), Round 2 (Completed), Round 3 (Live / Current), and the Stray Vacancy Rounds (SVR-I and SVR-II). During the AACCC AYUSH UG Counselling Round 3 2026, candidates can seek admission into leading government medical colleges, central universities, and deemed institutions offering undergraduate AYUSH degrees.
| Key Counselling Parameter | Official Details and Regulatory Standards |
|---|---|
| Counselling Conducting Authority | Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC), Ministry of Ayush |
| Official Admissions Web Portal | aaccc.gov.in |
| Courses Offered Under AYUSH Counselling | BAMS (Ayurveda), BHMS (Homeopathy), BUMS (Unani), BSMS (Siddha) |
| Total Rounds in Counselling Schedule | 4 Rounds (Round 1, Round 2, Round 3, and Stray Vacancy Round) |
| Mandatory Entrance Exam | NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) conducted by NTA |
| AIQ Government & Govt-Aided Quota Share | 15% of total sanctioned undergraduate seats across all states |
| Central Universities & National Institutes Quota | 100% Seats (IMS BHU, NIA Jaipur, NIH Kolkata, AMU, etc.) |
| Deemed Universities Quota | 100% All India Seats (DY Patil, Bharati Vidyapeeth, Datta Meghe, etc.) |
| Apex Regulatory Bodies | NCISM (Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha) and NCH (Homeopathy) |
| Current Operational Phase | Round 2 Registration & Choice Locking (Ending Sept 30, 2026) |
Official AACCC AYUSH UG Counselling Round 3 2026 Schedule Across All Rounds
The Ministry of Ayush has published the complete counselling schedule covering all four stages. Candidates must strictly track the registration deadlines, choice locking timelines, and physical reporting dates for AACCC AYUSH UG Counselling Round 3 2026 given below:
| Counselling Event / Activity | Round 1 (Historical) | Round 2 (Historical) | Round 3 (Live / Current) | Stray Vacancy Round (SVR-I) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tentative Seat Matrix Verification | August 27 – August 28, 2026 | September 17 – September 18, 2026 | October 12 – October 13, 2026 | November 1 – November 2, 2026 |
| Online Registration & Fee Payment | August 28 – September 2, 2026 (Completed) | September 18 – September 30, 2026 (Completed) | October 14 – October 20, 2026 (Reg: up to 02:00 PM; Payment: up to 05:00 PM) |
November 3 – November 9, 2026 (Payment till Nov 15, 05:00 PM) |
| Choice Filling & Choice Locking | August 29 – September 2, 2026 (Completed) | September 19 – September 30, 2026 (Completed) | October 15 – October 20, 2026 (Locking: Oct 20 from 02:00 PM to 11:55 PM) |
November 4 – November 9, 2026 (Locking till 11:55 PM) |
| Processing of Seat Allotment | September 3 – September 4, 2026 | October 1 – October 2, 2026 | October 21 – October 22, 2026 | November 10 – November 11, 2026 |
| Publication of Seat Allotment Result | September 5, 2026 (Declared) | October 3, 2026 (Declared) | October 23, 2026 | November 12, 2026 |
| Physical Reporting at Allotted Institute | September 6 – September 11, 2026 | October 4 – October 9, 2026 | October 24 – October 29, 2026 | November 13 – November 18, 2026 |
| Verification of Joined Candidates Data | September 12 – September 13, 2026 | October 10 – October 11, 2026 | October 30 – October 31, 2026 | November 19 – November 20, 2026 |
AACCC AYUSH UG Round 3 BAMS and BHMS Seat Matrix and Vacancy Breakdown
The AACCC AYUSH UG Counselling Round 3 2026 seat matrix represents the final major opportunity for medical aspirants to secure government and national institute AYUSH seats before stray vacancy procedures commence. The vacancy pool in Round 3 comprises two distinct types of seats:
- Clear Vacancies: Seats that remained completely unallotted in Round 1 and Round 2, or seats where candidates did not report within the stipulated deadline.
- Virtual Vacancies: Seats occupied by candidates admitted in Round 2 who have submitted willingness for upgradation in Round 3. These seats only become available if the candidate is allotted a higher preference college.
- Converted Reserved Seats: As per the official conversion policy, unfilled SC, ST, OBC, and EWS seats with no eligible applicants are converted into Open/General category seats during Round 3 allotment processing.
| AYUSH Undergraduate Course | AIQ Government Seats Availability | Central Universities & National Institutes | Deemed Universities Quota | Key Vacancy Nature in Round 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAMS (Ayurveda) | Clear and virtual vacancies from Round 2 non-reporting and upgrades | IMS BHU, NIA Jaipur, ITRA Jamnagar, NEIAH Shillong | Open across all leading Deemed Ayurvedic Colleges | High demand; limited clear government seats remaining |
| BHMS (Homeopathy) | Substantial vacancy pool across State Government Homoeopathic Colleges | National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH), Kolkata | Seats available with flexible cutoffs | Ideal for moderate NEET scores seeking low-fee government options |
| BUMS (Unani) | Select government seats across UP, Delhi, Telangana, and Bihar | National Institute of Unani Medicine (NIUM), Bengaluru / AMU Aligarh | Select institutional vacancies | Requires Urdu language eligibility certification at 10th or 12th level |
| BSMS (Siddha) | Government Siddha Medical Colleges in Tamil Nadu and Kerala | National Institute of Siddha (NIS), Chennai | Tamil medium eligibility norms apply | Tamil language qualification mandatory as per statutory guidelines |
Round 3 Choice Filling and Locking Strategy for AYUSH Aspirants
Choice filling is the most crucial step in AACCC AYUSH UG Counselling Round 3 2026. Candidates must keep the following essential points in mind before submitting their college preferences on aaccc.gov.in:
- Mandatory Fresh Choice Filling: Choices filled in Round 1 or Round 2 are completely null and void. Every candidate who wants a seat in Round 3 must log in and submit fresh choices.
- No Upper Limit on Choices: Candidates can select as many college and course combinations as they wish. You should arrange colleges in true decreasing order of preference.
- Mandatory Choice Locking: On October 20, 2026 (from 02:00 PM to 11:55 PM), you must lock your choices. If you forget to manually lock your choices, the system will automatically lock your last saved choices when the portal closes.
- Check Annual Tuition Fees: Always review the annual fee structure for Deemed Universities before adding them to your list, as fees in deemed colleges range from ₹2 Lakh to ₹6.5 Lakh per year.
Top Central Universities and National Institutes Participating in AACCC Counselling
National Institutes and Central Universities under the Ministry of Ayush provide high-quality clinical training, hospital infrastructure, and subsidized tuition fees. Below are the verified details of participating central institutes:
| Institute Name and Location | Institution Type | Course Offered | Approved Intake | Annual Tuition Fee | Hospital Bed Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faculty of Ayurveda, IMS-BHU, Varanasi | Central University | BAMS | 100 Seats | Rs 32,875 / year | 1,200+ Beds (SS Hospital) |
| National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA), Jaipur | Deemed to be University / National Institute | BAMS | 125 Seats | Rs 48,000 / year | 300+ Beds |
| Institute of Teaching & Research in Ayurveda (ITRA), Jamnagar | Institute of National Importance (INI) | BAMS | 125 Seats | Rs 42,000 / year | 350+ Beds |
| All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi | Apex National Institute | BAMS (Goa Campus) | 100 Seats | Rs 45,000 / year | 250+ Beds |
| National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH), Kolkata | Autonomous National Institute | BHMS | 126 Seats | Rs 35,450 / year | 250+ Beds |
| National Institute of Unani Medicine (NIUM), Bengaluru | Autonomous National Institute | BUMS | 60 Seats | Rs 38,000 / year | 180+ Beds |
| North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda & Homoeopathy (NEIAH), Shillong | Autonomous National Institute | BAMS & BHMS | 126 Seats (63 Each) | Rs 41,200 / year | 200+ Beds |
| National Institute of Siddha (NIS), Chennai | Apex National Institute | BSMS | 100 Seats | Rs 36,000 / year | 200+ Beds |
Counselling Registration Fees and Refundable Security Deposit
Candidates registering fresh must pay two fee components: a Non-Refundable Registration Fee and a Refundable Security Deposit. Candidates who already paid these fees in Round 1 or Round 2 and were not allotted a seat do not need to pay again.
| Participating Institute Quota Option | Candidate Category | Non-Refundable Registration Fee | Refundable Security Deposit | Total Amount Payable at Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15% AIQ Govt / Govt-Aided / Central Universities / National Institutes | General, EWS & OBC-NCL | Rs 1,000 | Rs 10,000 | Rs 11,000 |
| SC, ST & PwD | Rs 500 | Rs 10,000 | Rs 10,500 | |
| 100% Deemed Universities (Ayurveda / Homeopathy / Unani) | All Categories (UR / EWS / OBC / SC / ST / PwD) | Rs 5,000 | Rs 50,000 | Rs 55,000 |
| Both (AIQ Govt/Aided/CU/NI + Deemed Universities) | All Categories | Rs 5,000 | Rs 50,000 | Rs 55,000 |
Step-by-Step AACCC AYUSH UG Counselling Round 3 2026 Registration Process
Follow these simple steps on aaccc.gov.in to complete your Round 3 registration without errors:
- New Candidate Registration: Visit aaccc.gov.in, select “UG Counseling 2026”, and click on “New Candidate Registration”. Enter your NEET UG Roll Number, Application Number, Candidate Name, Mother Name, and Date of Birth.
- Password Generation and Profile Setup: Create a secure password and enter your active mobile number and email address to receive OTP verification codes.
- Quota Selection: Select your desired counselling quotas: AIQ Government/Aided seats, Central Universities, National Institutes, or Deemed Universities.
- Fee Payment: Pay the non-refundable registration fee and refundable security deposit online using Net Banking, UPI, or Debit/Credit Card.
- Choice Submission: Select your preferred BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, and BSMS colleges from the available list and arrange them in order of priority.
- Choice Locking: Review your selected options and lock your preferences between 02:00 PM and 11:55 PM on October 20, 2026. Download and print the locked choice slip for your records.
Seat Upgradation, Free Exit, and Forfeiture Rules Across Rounds
Understanding AACCC allotment and exit rules is essential to protect your security deposit and maintain eligibility for future rounds:
| Counselling Round | Free Exit Option Available? | Security Deposit Forfeiture Conditions | Eligibility for Subsequent Rounds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | Yes (Free Exit Allowed) | No forfeiture if candidate does not join the allotted seat | Eligible for Round 2 without paying fresh registration fees |
| Round 2 | No Free Exit (Exit with Forfeiture) | Refundable security deposit (₹10,000 / ₹50,000) is forfeited if candidate does not join | Eligible for Round 3 only after paying fresh registration & security deposit |
| Round 3 (Mop-Up) | No Free Exit (Exit with Forfeiture) | Security deposit forfeited if candidate fails to join the allotted seat | Ineligible for Stray Vacancy Round if allotted seat is not joined |
| Stray Vacancy Round (SVR-I) | Strict Final Round (No Exit) | Security deposit forfeited + Debarred from NEET AYUSH counselling for 1 year | Counselling process concludes |
Seat Conversion Policy for Vacant Reserved Category Seats
If reserved category seats remain unfilled in Round 3 due to a lack of eligible qualified applicants, the AACCC algorithm automatically converts them to Open category seats during allotment processing:
| Original Reserved Category Quota | Conversion Target Category (If Seats Remain Unfilled) |
|---|---|
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) Vacant Seats | Converted to SC (Scheduled Caste) |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) Vacant Seats | Converted to UR (Unreserved / General) |
| OBC-NCL Vacant Seats | Converted to UR (Unreserved / General) |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) Vacant Seats | Converted to UR (Unreserved / General) |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) Sub-Category Vacant Seats | Converted to Respective Parent Category (UR-PwD → UR, OBC-PwD → OBC) |
Expected NEET UG Cutoff Marks and Ranks for AACCC AYUSH AIQ Seats
The table below provides projected cutoff marks and closing ranks across major institute tiers for AACCC AYUSH UG Counselling Round 3 2026 based on Round 1 and Round 2 trends:
| Candidate Category | Top Central Institutes (IMS BHU / NIA Jaipur) | AIQ Govt BAMS Expected Cutoff | AIQ Govt BHMS Expected Cutoff | Deemed Universities Expected Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved (UR) | 580 – 625 Marks (AIR 25k – 55k) | 515 – 560 Marks (AIR 60k – 1.10 Lakh) | 435 – 495 Marks (AIR 1.25L – 1.85 Lakh) | NEET Qualifying Score (130 – 250 Marks) |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 575 – 615 Marks (AIR 28k – 60k) | 505 – 550 Marks (AIR 65k – 1.18 Lakh) | 425 – 480 Marks (AIR 1.35L – 1.95 Lakh) | NEET Qualifying Score |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) | 570 – 610 Marks (AIR 30k – 65k) | 500 – 545 Marks (AIR 70k – 1.22 Lakh) | 420 – 475 Marks (AIR 1.40L – 2.05 Lakh) | NEET Qualifying Score |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 475 – 525 Marks (AIR 95k – 1.45 Lakh) | 410 – 460 Marks (AIR 1.50L – 2.20 Lakh) | 320 – 380 Marks (AIR 2.40L – 3.20 Lakh) | NEET Qualifying Score |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 420 – 480 Marks (AIR 1.40L – 2.10 Lakh) | 320 – 385 Marks (AIR 2.30L – 3.10 Lakh) | 240 – 310 Marks (AIR 3.40L – 4.50 Lakh) | NEET Qualifying Score |
Mandatory Documents Required for AACCC AYUSH College Reporting
Candidates allotted a seat in Round 3 must present the following original documents along with 3 sets of self-attested copies during physical reporting between October 24 and October 29, 2026:
- Provisional Seat Allotment Letter downloaded from aaccc.gov.in
- NEET UG Admit Card and Official NTA Scorecard / Rank Letter
- Class 10 Certificate / Mark Sheet (Date of Birth proof)
- Class 12 Qualifying Examination Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate
- Eight (8) recent passport-sized photographs matching the NEET application form
- Government Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Passport, PAN Card, or Voter ID)
- Category / Caste Certificate (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, or EWS in Central Government format, where applicable)
- Disability Certificate issued by a designated NMC/MCC Disability Assessment Board (for PwD candidates)
- Urdu / Tamil language passing certificate (for BUMS / BSMS courses, where applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About AACCC AYUSH UG Counselling Round 3 2026
Q1: When does AACCC AYUSH UG Counselling Round 3 2026 registration start?
Answer: Online registration and fee payment for AACCC AYUSH UG Counselling Round 3 2026 opens on October 14, 2026, and closes on October 20, 2026 (Registration till 02:00 PM; Fee payment till 05:00 PM) on aaccc.gov.in.
Q2: Is choice locking mandatory for Round 3 of AACCC Counselling?
Answer: Yes. Choice locking is active on October 20, 2026, from 02:00 PM to 11:55 PM. If a candidate does not lock choices manually, the system locks the last saved choices automatically at 11:55 PM.
Q3: Is Free Exit allowed in AACCC Round 3?
Answer: No. Free exit is allowed only in Round 1. In Round 3, if you are allotted a seat and choose not to join, your refundable security deposit will be forfeited, and you will not be eligible to participate in the Stray Vacancy Round.
Q4: When will the AACCC Round 3 Seat Allotment Result be announced?
Answer: The Round 3 seat allotment result will be published on October 23, 2026, on aaccc.gov.in.
Q5: Can I participate in Round 3 if I was not allotted a seat in Round 1 or Round 2?
Answer: Yes. Candidates who registered in Round 1 or Round 2 and were not allotted any seat do not need to register or pay fees again, but they must submit fresh choices during the Round 3 window.
Sources Checked and Editorial Verification
- Official AACCC Central Counselling Portal (aaccc.gov.in)
- Ministry of Ayush Official Portal (ayush.gov.in)
- National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM)
- National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH)
Update Policy: This page is actively tracked and updated in real time as the Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee publishes new round allotment results, vacancy lists, and revised guidelines.