The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Assam, has announced a revised schedule for the much-awaited NEET PG 2026 Round 3 counselling. This counselling is for admission to the vacant postgraduate medical seats under the Assam State Quota for the 2025 academic session. Earlier, the counselling process was postponed indefinitely, causing uncertainty among aspirants. However, with the release of this updated timetable, candidates can now prepare to participate in the online counselling process that will commence soon. The online registration window will open from January 27 to January 29, 2026, on the official DME Assam website, dme.assam.gov.in. This step aims to streamline the admissions and fill the vacant seats efficiently.
Eligibility and Official Guidelines for Participation
The revised counselling schedule is applicable only to candidates who appeared in the NEET PG 2025 examination and meet the updated cut-off scores announced by the National Board of Examinations (NBE) on January 13, 2026. It is crucial that candidates ensure their names and roll numbers are listed in the Assam state provisional merit list published by DME Assam to be eligible for this round. According to the official notification, the counselling will be conducted following the “Medical Colleges of Assam (Regulation of Admission into Post Graduate Degree and Diploma Courses) Rules, 2021,” including all amendments up to date. This ensures a regulated and transparent admission process, giving deserving candidates a fair chance to secure their seats in postgraduate medical courses.
Step-by-Step Counselling Timeline and Process
The counselling process consists of several important phases that candidates must carefully follow to avoid missing out. After the online registration from January 27 to 29, candidates will have a choice-filling window from January 30 to February 2, 2026. During this period, candidates can select their preferred colleges and courses from the available options. The choice locking phase will occur on February 2, between 4:00 PM and 11:55 PM, where candidates must finalize and lock their selections to be considered for seat allotment. Subsequently, the seat allotment process will take place from February 3 to February 4, and the provisional seat allotment results will be declared on February 7. Following the results, candidates will be required to report to their allotted institutions for admission between February 11 and 12, completing the final step of the counselling process.
Importance of Timely Participation and Regular Updates
Candidates aspiring for postgraduate medical seats under Assam’s state quota are strongly advised to complete all registration, choice filling, and choice locking within the specified timelines to ensure their participation. Missing deadlines can lead to disqualification from the counselling round, potentially losing valuable admission opportunities. Furthermore, the Directorate of Medical Education, Assam, encourages all candidates to regularly visit the official website, dme.assam.gov.in, for the latest updates, notifications, and any changes related to the counselling process. Staying informed will help candidates navigate the process smoothly and avoid last-minute issues. With the revised schedule now in place, hopeful medical graduates can move forward with clarity and focus toward securing their postgraduate education in Assam.
