The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has commenced registration for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2025 stray vacancy round. This final admission phase opened on November 4, 2025 . Eligible candidates must complete their online registration and payment by the deadline of November 9, 2025 .
Students seeking admission to medical colleges can apply through the official MCC website, mcc.nic.in . Following successful registration, the choice filling and locking window becomes active on November 5, 2025 . Candidates must finalize their choices by November 9, 2025 .
The stray vacancy round aims to fill any remaining MBBS/BDS seats after the previous counselling rounds. It represents the last chance for candidates to secure a medical or dental seat through the NEET UG 2025 process. The MCC stresses the importance of adhering to all published deadlines to avoid disqualification.
Eligibility for Stray Vacancy Round
Typically, candidates who did not secure a seat in previous MCC counselling rounds, or those who resigned from an allotted seat without forfeiture, are eligible for the stray vacancy round. Candidates already holding a seat from an All India Quota (AIQ) or State Quota in earlier rounds are generally not permitted to participate. Students must verify their specific eligibility criteria on the MCC website before applying.
NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round: Key Dates
The MCC has released a detailed schedule for the stray vacancy round. Students must track these dates to ensure timely application and seat acceptance.
| Activity | Dates |
|---|---|
| Registration and Payment | November 4 to 9, 2025 |
| Choice Filling and Locking | November 5 to 9, 2025 |
| Processing of Seat Allotment | November 10 to 11, 2025 |
| Result Declaration | November 12, 2025 |
| Reporting to Allotted Institutes | November 13 to 20, 2025 |
The seat allotment results will be declared on November 12, 2025 . Candidates can download their allotment letters from the MCC website. Successful candidates must then report to their assigned medical or dental colleges between November 13 and 20, 2025 . Failure to report within this timeframe will result in the forfeiture of the allotted seat.
Online Registration Process
The registration for the NEET UG 2025 stray vacancy round is entirely online. Candidates should follow these steps carefully to submit their applications:
- Step 1: Navigate to the official Medical Counselling Committee website: mcc.nic.in .
- Step 2: Locate and click on the designated link for “NEET UG stray vacancy round registration.”
- Step 3: Log in to the portal using the registered NEET UG application number and password.
- Step 4: Fill in college and course preferences. Arrange choices in the desired order.
- Step 5: Review all selected options for accuracy. Save the choices and click the “submit” button.
Candidates must ensure all details entered are correct before final submission. Changes may not be possible after locking choices. A confirmation page will appear upon successful submission, which candidates should save or print for their records.
Documents Required for Reporting
Upon seat allotment, candidates must carry several original documents for verification at their assigned college. These typically include the NEET UG 2025 Admit Card, NEET UG 2025 Rank Letter, Provisional Allotment Letter generated online, mark sheets of Class 10 and 12, Class 10 Certificate for Date of Birth, eight passport-size photographs, Proof of Identity (Aadhaar/PAN/Driving License/Passport), and caste/category certificates if applicable. Candidates should also carry copies of all documents for submission. Colleges may have additional specific requirements, so checking the college website or prospectus is advisable.
The MCC advises candidates to regularly check the official website for any further updates or notifications regarding the counselling process. This ensures no critical information is missed and provides access to any last-minute instructions or changes.