
| Updated On - Oct 22, 2026
CENTAC Puducherry has extended the NEET MDS 2026 Round 3 registration deadline for PG Dental courses. Fresh applications are also invited at centacpuducherry.in under the revised cut-off.

The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC) has extended the NEET MDS 2026 Round 3 deadline. CENTAC issued the notification on October 21, 2026. The notice is live on the official portal at centacpuducherry.in.
The extension covers Round 3 registration and submission of fresh applications. It applies to Post Graduate Dental (MDS) courses for 2026-2027. Candidates newly eligible under revised cut-off marks can also apply.
The Round 3 registration window had opened on October 17, 2026. CENTAC had opened fresh applications on the same date. Candidates admitted in Round 1 or Round 2 can also participate.
Those seeking an upgrade must resign their current allotted seats. The resignation must happen during Round 3 registration. Candidates can then submit new course and institute preferences online.
CENTAC NEET MDS 2026 Round 3 Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Round 3 Registration Opens | October 17, 2026 |
| Fresh Application Window Opens | October 17, 2026 |
| Deadline Extension Notification | October 21, 2026 |
| Revised Deadline | As per official CENTAC notice |
Candidates should check the official notification for the exact revised deadline. The CENTAC website shows all current dates and notices. Helpline numbers 0413-2655570 and 0413-2655571 remain active.
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
Several categories of candidates can apply during Round 3. The CENTAC eligibility criteria are listed below.
- Candidates who have qualified NEET MDS 2026
- Fresh applicants eligible under the revised cut-off
- Candidates admitted in Round 1 or Round 2 seeking an upgrade
- Candidates meeting the Puducherry quota and domicile norms
How to Register for CENTAC NEET MDS 2026 Round 3?
The registration process is fully online. Candidates must follow the steps given below carefully.
- Visit the official CENTAC portal at centacpuducherry.in.
- Open the PG Dental (MDS) 2026 admission section.
- Log in with existing credentials or register as a new user.
- Complete the Round 3 registration form with correct details.
- Pay the applicable fee through the available online options.
- Submit course and institute preferences before the revised cutoff.
- Download the acknowledgement receipt for future reference.
Round 3 is the final counselling stage for PG Dental admissions in Puducherry. Seats unfilled after Round 3 often move to a stray vacancy round. The extension widens the applicant pool before seat matrix closure.
Action Plan for Candidates
Students targeting PG Dental admissions through CENTAC should move quickly.
- Confirm the revised deadline on the official CENTAC notification.
- Log in to your dashboard at centacpuducherry.in.
- Fresh applicants should fill and submit the full application form.
- Existing applicants should complete Round 3 registration without delay.
- Submit course and institute preferences before the extended cutoff.
- Save the fee receipt and registration confirmation safely.
The Round 3 provisional allotment list is the next major update. Candidates should also watch for reporting and admission dates on centacpuducherry.in.













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