Karnataka UGNEET 2026 Round 3: Frequently Asked Questions
The deadline for entering options for the third round of medical and dental seat allotment has been extended to 2 October 2026, up to 10:00 AM. This extension was announced through the latest update referring to office notifications dated 23 September 2026 and 25 September 2026.
According to the latest update, the key dates for Round 3 are:
- Caution Deposit: Up to 1 October 2026
- Round 3 Option Entry: Up to 2 October 2026, 10:00 AM
Candidates who are eligible and wish to participate in the third round of UG Medical and Dental seat allotment can take part. Candidates should check their counselling status and eligibility on the official counselling portal to confirm their participation in Round 3.
Candidates participating in Round 3 should:
- Check their counselling status and eligibility.
- Complete the required caution deposit within the specified timeline.
- Enter their preferred medical and dental course options before the revised deadline.
- Carefully review the options before submitting them.
- Keep a copy or screenshot of the submitted options and payment confirmation for future reference.
The opportunity to pay the caution deposit for the third-round Medical and Dental seat allotment was available up to 1 October 2026, as stated in the official notice.
Option entry is an important part of the seat allotment process. The choices submitted by candidates are considered during the allotment process based on the applicable counselling rules, eligibility, merit and seat availability. Since the deadline has been extended only up to 10:00 AM on 2 October 2026, candidates should make sure their options are entered and submitted before the portal closes.
The latest notice specifically concerns the third-round online seat allotment for UG Medical and Dental courses for 2026. Candidates should rely on the official counselling portal and the latest official notifications for any further changes to the schedule, option-entry rules, payment requirements or seat allotment process.
The Round 3 option-entry deadline for UG Medical and Dental courses has been extended to 2 October 2026, 10:00 AM. The caution deposit opportunity is available up to 1 October 2026, as stated in the update. Candidates planning to participate in Round 3 should complete the required steps within these revised timelines and regularly check the official counselling website for further updates.
Candidates should rely on the official counselling portal and the latest official notifications for any further changes to the schedule, option-entry rules, payment requirements or seat allotment process. Regularly checking the official counselling website is recommended.
Candidates should keep a copy or screenshot of the submitted options and payment confirmation for future reference. This documentation can be useful in case of any discrepancies or verification requirements later in the counselling process.
