The Directorate of Medical Education (DME) in Guwahati has officially commenced the online registration process for the third round of Assam NEET PG 2025 counselling. This crucial phase is open to all candidates who have successfully qualified in the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test for Postgraduate courses. The process, which began on January 6, 2026, aims to fill hundreds of vacant postgraduate seats across the state's medical institutions.
Key Dates and Seat Matrix for Round 3
Prospective candidates must mark their calendars with the critical deadlines announced by the authorities. The registration window opened on January 6, 2026. The subsequent choice filling and locking exercise is scheduled for a short period from January 6 to January 7, 2026. The much-anticipated seat allotment result will be declared on January 11, 2026. Finally, selected candidates must report to their allotted medical colleges between January 16 and January 17, 2026 to secure their admission.
This round of counselling is being conducted for admission to Doctor of Medicine (MD), Master of Surgery (MS), and Postgraduate Diploma courses. A total of 482 seats across these programs will be filled through this third round. The allotment of MD and MS seats will be strictly based on the candidate's state merit rank, preferences submitted during choice filling, the number of vacant seats available, state reservation rules, and other prescribed counselling criteria.
Step-by-Step Application Guide
Aspiring postgraduate medical students can apply by following a straightforward online procedure. First, they need to visit the official DME website at dme.assa.gov.in. On the homepage, they should locate and click on the link designated for 'Assam NEET PG 2025 counselling'. Next, they must select the 'Round 3 registration' option and proceed to enter all required details accurately.
The information required includes the candidate's NEET PG 2025 rank and marks, along with personal and educational particulars. After completing the registration, it is imperative to fill in and lock choices of colleges and courses within the stipulated dates. Candidates should finally submit the form and keep a printed copy for all future reference and documentation.
Essential Documents and Merit List Criteria
During the counselling and admission process, candidates will be required to present a set of original documents for verification. The mandatory list includes:
- NEET PG 2025 admit card and scorecard.
- Secondary school leaving certificate for date of birth proof.
- Class 12 mark sheet and MBBS degree passing certificate.
- Medical registration certificate and 12-month internship completion certificate.
- A photo identity card such as Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, or Passport.
- Two recent passport-size photographs.
The Assam NEET PG 2025 round 3 merit list will be prepared by the DME considering several key factors. The primary determinant will be the candidate's state rank in the NEET PG exam. Additionally, domicile status, graduation details, and other eligibility information submitted during registration will play a crucial role in the final list preparation.
Authorities have advised all eligible candidates to complete their registration and choice-filling activities within the given timeline without waiting for the last moment. It is also recommended to regularly check the official DME website for any new updates, notices, or changes related to the Assam NEET PG 2025 counselling process for round 3.
