Introduction
Many NEET aspirants were confused and anxious about the Round 3 MCC counselling schedule — mainly because the previous dates overlapped with the Diwali holidays, raising doubts about document verification, payment deadlines, and reporting.
To address these issues, the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released a revised schedule that accommodates both the holiday period and newly added MBBS seats.
Here’s everything you need to know about the updated timeline, new seat additions, and what to do next.
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📢 MCC’s New Round 3 Schedule (Updated Notification)
As per the latest MCC notice:
| Activity | Previous Date | Revised Date / Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Choice Filling & Locking Start | 30 September 2025 | Already started |
| Choice Filling & Locking Last Date | 9 October 2025 | Extended till 10 October (8 AM) |
| Choice Locking Activation | 9 October, 9 PM | Remains the same |
| Round 3 Result Declaration | 11 October 2025 | No change |
| Reporting Window | 13 October – 21 October 2025 | No change (ample time before Diwali) |
👉 This update ensures students have extra time for choice filling and can complete reporting before the festival holidays begin.
🏥 New MBBS Seats Added in Round 3
MCC’s recent notification also announced newly added seats, particularly in VELS Medical College and other deemed universities.
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VELS Medical College (Tamil Nadu): 50 new seats added
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42 under Deemed (Management) Quota
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Remaining under General/NRI categories
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The addition of these new seats has triggered the Round 3 date extension — giving students an opportunity to include these colleges in their preference list.
💡 Note: The MCC notice included a small but crucial line many missed:
“In view of the addition of new seats, the competent authority has decided to extend choice filling for Round 3 up to 8:00 AM on 10th October 2025.”
So, if you haven’t filled or modified your options yet, you still have time till 10th October, 8 AM.
🗓️ Revised Counselling & Reporting Timeline
| Stage | Duration |
|---|---|
| Round 3 Counselling (State + MCC) | 10 October – 21 October 2025 |
| Final Reporting Deadline | 27 October 2025 |
This revised schedule eliminates the previous conflict with Diwali holidays, ensuring all students can make payments and report to colleges easily while banks and institutions remain operational.
🧾 Why the Schedule Change Was Needed
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The earlier schedule overlapped with Diwali (India’s major festival).
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Students and parents raised concerns that:
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Banks and payment gateways might be closed.
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College offices might not accept in-person reporting.
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Many families would be traveling during holidays.
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MCC acknowledged this feedback and adjusted the timeline accordingly — showing flexibility and consideration for candidates’ convenience.
⚠️ Key Takeaways
✅ Choice filling extended: till 10th October (8:00 AM).
✅ Result date unchanged: 11th October 2025.
✅ Reporting window: 13th–21st October 2025.
✅ Final joining: up to 27th October 2025.
✅ New seats added: especially at VELS Medical College (Tamil Nadu) and other Deemed Universities.
✅ No impact on state counselling: States have been instructed to complete their Round 3 between 10–21 October 2025.
MCMF Expert Counsellor’s Advice
💡 Before locking your choices:
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Re-check newly added colleges in MCC’s seat matrix.
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Update preferences if your desired Deemed University (like VELS, SRM, or DY Patil) added new seats.
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Avoid locking choices too early — wait until you confirm updates.
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Ensure payment details are correct and banks are open during your transaction window.
💬 Tip from MCMF: “Always lock your final choices manually before 9 PM on 9th October to avoid system auto-lock errors.”
How MCMF Helps You
At My Career My Future (MCMF), we provide end-to-end counselling support for NEET aspirants, including:
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Real-time updates on MCC & State Counselling Schedules
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NEET College Predictor 2025 (rank & score-based)
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Guidance for NRI / Management Quota Admissions
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Low-score admission assistance in Deemed & Private colleges
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Document & payment verification support during reporting
📞 Contact our counsellors today for personalized advice and ensure you don’t miss any date extensions or seat updates.
FAQs
Q1. What is the new last date for MCC Round 3 choice filling?
👉 10 October 2025, till 8:00 AM.
Q2. Which colleges added new MBBS seats?
👉 Primarily VELS Medical College (Tamil Nadu), with 50 new seats added (42 under Deemed quota).
Q3. When does Round 3 reporting start and end?
👉 13 October to 21 October 2025 (joining up to 27 October).
Q4. Why did MCC revise the schedule?
👉 To accommodate Diwali holidays and ensure smoother payment and reporting for all candidates.
Cross-Links
🔗 Uttarakhand MBBS Counselling 2025 – Round 3 NRI Quota Seats, Eligibility, Bond Rules & Important Dates
🔗 Karnataka MBBS Counselling 2025 – Round 3 Option Entry: Eligibility, Security Deposit, Special Instructions & Fee Advice
🔗 Haryana MBBS Round 3 Counselling 2025 – Vacant Seats, Cut-Off Trends & NRI Quota Opportunities
Conclusion
The MCC’s revised Round 3 schedule for NEET UG Counselling 2025 provides much-needed relief for candidates.
With extra time for choice filling and holiday-friendly reporting dates, students can now proceed confidently.
Stay tuned with My Career My Future (MCMF) for verified counselling updates, seat matrix breakdowns, and expert MBBS admission guidance.
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