AYUSH NEET UG Round 3 Registration begins officially on October 14, 2026, on the Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee portal at aaccc.gov.in. If you want admission into BAMS (Ayurveda), BHMS (Homeopathy), BUMS (Unani), or BSMS (Siddha) courses, this is your primary opportunity to secure a seat across 15% All India Quota (AIQ) government colleges, national institutes, and 100% deemed universities. Registration remains open until October 19, 2026, and round 3 seat allotment results will be declared on October 22, 2026.
Latest status — verified on October 10, 2026: AACCC completed Round 2 college reporting on October 9, 2026. The tentative vacant seat matrix for Round 3 will be released on October 12 and 13, 2026. Fresh registration, choice filling, and choice locking open on October 14, 2026.
AYUSH NEET UG Round 3 Counselling Schedule 2026
The Ministry of Ayush has released the complete timetable for Round 3. Below are the verified dates you need to follow:
| Counselling Event | Start Date | End Date / Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Tentative Seat Matrix Verification | October 12, 2026 | October 13, 2026 |
| Online Registration and Fee Payment | October 14, 2026 | October 19, 2026 (02:00 PM, Fee up to 05:00 PM) |
| Choice Filling and Choice Locking | October 15, 2026 | October 19, 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Processing of Seat Allotment | October 20, 2026 | October 21, 2026 |
| Round 3 Seat Allotment Result | October 22, 2026 | Official Allotment PDF |
| Physical Reporting at Allotted Institutes | October 23, 2026 | October 30, 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Last Content Revision / Verification Date | October 10, 2026 | Confirmed Official |
Who is Eligible for AYUSH NEET UG Round 3 Registration?
Understanding your eligibility before paying counseling fees saves both time and money. Here is who can register:
- Fresh Applicants: Candidates who qualified NEET UG 2026 but did not register in Round 1 or Round 2 can register directly with fresh fee payment.
- Unallotted Candidates: Candidates registered in Round 1 or Round 2 who did not get any seat do not need to pay the registration fee again. You only need to submit fresh choices.
- Free Exit or Resigned Candidates: Candidates who took a free exit in Round 1 or resigned their Round 2 seat within the permissible window can join Round 3.
- Ineligible Candidates: Any student who joined a seat in Round 1 or Round 2 and did not resign within the official window is barred from Round 3. In addition, students holding joined seats in state AYUSH rounds cannot participate.
Registration Fees and Refundable Security Deposit
You must pay two fees when completing your online form on the AACCC portal:
| Candidate Category and Institute Type | Non-Refundable Registration Fee | Refundable Security Deposit |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC (AIQ Govt and Govt-Aided) | ₹1,000 | ₹10,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD (AIQ Govt and Govt-Aided) | ₹500 | ₹10,000 |
| Deemed Universities (All Categories) | ₹5,000 | ₹50,000 |
Crucial Seat Rules: No Free Exit in Round 3
Round 3 operates under strict penalty rules. Here is what you need to know before locking your choices:
- Security Deposit Forfeiture: Unlike Round 1, there is no free exit in Round 3. If you get a seat and do not join, your refundable security deposit (₹10,000 or ₹50,000) will be forfeited immediately.
- Barred from Stray Vacancy: If you are allotted a college in Round 3 and you fail to report, you cannot take part in the upcoming Online Stray Vacancy Rounds.
- No Further Upgradation: Once you join your Round 3 seat, your admission is final. You cannot upgrade to any other round or college.
Real-World Example: Student X vs Student Y
To see how this works in real life, consider these two situations:
- Student X (Smart Strategy): Scored 320 marks in NEET. Student X checks the tentative seat matrix on October 13, identifies vacant BAMS seats in government-aided colleges, and fills only realistic choices. Student X gets allotted in Round 3, reports with original documents, and secures an Ayurvedic doctor degree path without debt.
- Student Y (The Careless Trap): Fills 50 college choices, including colleges they have no intention of attending. Student Y gets allotted a distant college in Round 3 and decides not to join. Student Y loses the ₹10,000 deposit and is barred from the Stray Vacancy round.
Step-by-Step Guide to Complete Your Application
Follow these easy steps to submit your form on the portal:
- Step 1: Visit aaccc.gov.in and click on the “UG Counseling” tab.
- Step 2: Click on “New Candidate Registration” and log in using your NEET UG Roll Number and Application Number.
- Step 3: Fill in your personal information and pay the applicable non-refundable fee and refundable security deposit online.
- Step 4: Check the vacant seat matrix and add your preferred BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, and BSMS colleges to your preference list.
- Step 5: Lock your choices before October 19, 2026 (11:55 PM). If you forget to lock, your saved list will lock automatically at the deadline.
- Step 6: Print your confirmation slip and choice list for your records.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About AYUSH NEET UG Round 3 Registration
Q1: When does AYUSH NEET UG Round 3 Registration start?
Answer: Online registration for Round 3 starts on October 14, 2026, and closes on October 19, 2026, at 02:00 PM on aaccc.gov.in.
Q2: Can I register fresh in Round 3 if I skipped Round 1 and Round 2?
Answer: Yes. Fresh registration is allowed in Round 3 for all qualified NEET UG candidates who did not apply in earlier rounds.
Q3: Will there be a fresh registration window for the Stray Vacancy round?
Answer: No. As per AACCC guidelines, there is no fresh registration for the Stray Vacancy rounds. Only candidates already registered and holding no seat can participate.
Q4: What documents are required during physical reporting?
Answer: You must carry your NEET UG admit card, score card, provisional allotment letter, Class 10 and 12 certificates, photo identity card, eight passport photos, and category certificate (if applicable) in original and copies.
Sources Checked and Editorial Verification
- Ayush Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC) Official Portal
- Ministry of Ayush, Government of India
- National Testing Agency (NTA) NEET UG Portal
Update Policy: This page will be revised immediately when the counselling authority publishes a new official notification or revised schedule. Last updated on October 10, 2026.