The Medical Counselling Committee has released the schedule for the final round of NEET PG 2025 counselling. This round is for candidates who did not secure a seat in the previous rounds. Registration for the stray vacancy round begins on February 16, 2026 .
NEET PG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round Schedule
This is the last chance for eligible candidates to get admitted to postgraduate medical courses for the 2025 academic session.
The schedule details the key dates for the final allotment process. Candidates must adhere to these deadlines to participate. The official website, mcc.nic.in, hosts the complete schedule.
The stray vacancy round is open to candidates who have not yet been allotted a seat in any prior counselling rounds.
Key Dates and Actions
The following dates are critical for participation in the NEET PG 2025 stray vacancy round:
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration and Payment | February 16, 2026 to February 19, 2026 |
| Choice Filling and Locking | February 16, 2026 to February 19, 2026 |
| Processing of Seat Allotment | February 20, 2026 |
| Result Release | February 21, 2026 |
| Reporting to Allotted Colleges | February 22, 2026 to February 28, 2026 |
How to Register for the Stray Vacancy Round
Candidates must register online to be considered for the stray vacancy round. The registration process starts on February 16, 2026.
Follow these steps to complete your registration:
- Visit the official NEET PG counselling website.
- Locate and click on the NEET PG registration link.
- Log in using your credentials.
- Fill in your preferred choices of courses and colleges.
- Save your selections and submit the application.
The final seat allotment results for the stray vacancy round will be declared on February 21, 2026. Successful candidates will then need to report to their assigned institutions between February 22 and February 28, 2026.