Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, has released a public notice regarding seat surrender for NEET UG 2026 candidates who joined their provisionally allotted Round 1 seat in medical or dental colleges across Punjab.
The notice, bearing reference number BFUHS/2026/99 and dated September 9, 2026, explains the free exit facility, surrender procedure and consequences of resigning after the deadline.
Free Exit Deadline for Punjab NEET UG 2026
Candidates who joined a provisionally allotted Round 1 MBBS or BDS seat but now wish to resign or surrender it can do so up to September 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
Candidates who surrender their seats within this deadline will receive a free exit, meaning their security deposit will not be forfeited.
How to Surrender the Allotted Seat
Candidates must complete the surrender process through the college where they were allotted the seat.
- Submit a written application for surrender to the Principal of the concerned college.
- The college will process the surrender request through the official online counselling portal.
- Once processed, the surrendered seat will be reflected as vacant for Round 2 counselling.
- Obtain confirmation from the college that the surrender has been successfully processed.
Candidates who fail to complete the process through the concerned college within the prescribed deadline will be treated as having joined the allotted seat.
What Happens After the Deadline?
If a candidate submits a resignation or surrender request after September 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM, the following rules will apply:
- The candidate’s security deposit will be forfeited.
- The candidate’s case will be governed by the rules applicable to Round 2 online counselling.
- Requests submitted after the deadline may not be accepted.
Applications Sent Directly to BFUHS
BFUHS has clarified that applications sent directly to the University will not be considered.
All surrender requests must be submitted to the Principal of the concerned college. The college must then process the request through the online counselling portal within the stipulated time.
Applications submitted to the college after the deadline will also not be accepted.
Punjab NEET UG 2026 Seat Surrender: Important Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Notice Reference Number | BFUHS/2026/99 |
| Notice Date | September 9, 2026 |
| Applicable Candidates | NEET UG 2026 candidates who joined a Round 1 medical or dental seat in Punjab |
| Free Exit Deadline | September 13, 2026, up to 2:00 PM |
| Where to Submit Request | Principal of the concerned college |
| Portal Processing | To be completed by the concerned college |
| After the Deadline | Security deposit forfeiture and Round 2 rules will apply |
| Direct Submission to BFUHS | Not accepted |
Why Candidates Should Act Quickly
Candidates who have joined a Round 1 seat but want to participate in further counselling or do not wish to continue with the allotted college should make a decision before the free exit deadline.
To avoid losing the security deposit, candidates should:
- Submit the surrender application well before September 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
- Apply only through the Principal of the concerned college.
- Request confirmation after the college processes the surrender online.
- Avoid sending the application directly to BFUHS.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application and acknowledgement for future reference.
Candidates are advised to follow the official instructions carefully because late applications or requests submitted through the wrong channel may not be entertained.