Hello Aspirant

No, you cannot directly participate in the MCC 3rd round without registering for the 1st round.

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) sequentially conducts counseling rounds. Each round builds upon the previous one. Therefore, it's essential to register for the initial round to be eligible for subsequent rounds

Here's a breakdown of the process:

1. 1st Round: The initial round is where all eligible candidates register and participate.
2. Seat Allotment: Based on the merit list and preferences, candidates are allotted seats.
3. Reporting and Freezing: Those allotted seats report to the allotted colleges and can choose to freeze their seats, which means they're confirmed.
4. 2nd Round: The second round is conducted for candidates who didn't get seats in the 1st round or those who wish to upgrade their seats.
5. 3rd Round and Beyond: Subsequent rounds follow a similar pattern, allowing candidates to further upgrade their seats or participate if they didn't get a seat in previous rounds.

Therefore, registering for the 1st round is a prerequisite for participating in any subsequent rounds, including the 3rd round.