Stray Vacancy Round NEET UG 2024: Everything You Need to Know
The stray vacancy round is the final opportunity for students to secure a medical or dental seat through NEET UG 2024. It takes place after all the regular rounds of counseling, including the mop-up round, to fill any remaining vacant seats. This round mainly involves seats under the All India Quota (AIQ) and central/deemed universities. Here’s a detailed guide on the stray vacancy round, including important dates, processes, seat availability, and eligibility.
Key Dates for Stray Vacancy Round NEET UG 2024
- Registration Start Date: October 22, 2024
- Choice Filling and Locking: October 22 to October 24, 2024
- Seat Allotment Result: October 25, 2024
- Reporting to Allotted Institutes: October 26 to October 30, 2024
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates not allotted a seat in earlier rounds (including mop-up) are eligible.
- Those who did not participate or were ineligible for previous rounds can register.
- Candidates already holding a seat from earlier rounds cannot participate.
Steps Involved in Stray Vacancy Round
- Registration: Eligible candidates need to register on the MCC portal. Those who have not registered in earlier rounds must complete this process.
- Choice Filling and Locking: During this window, candidates can select from the available seats and lock their preferences. The seat choices cannot be changed after locking.
- Seat Allotment: The allotment is based on the NEET UG rank, preferences filled, and the category of the seat. No fresh registration fees are charged for already registered candidates.
- Reporting: Candidates allotted a seat must report to the respective institute within the stipulated time frame, carrying all the required documents for admission.
Seat Availability Overview
The stray vacancy round typically includes seats left vacant from previous counseling rounds. This can involve seats across government, private, and deemed universities.
The AIQ consists of 15% of seats from government medical and dental colleges across India. Additionally, 100% of seats in central universities, ESIC, and AFMC are filled via this round.
| State/UT | Government MBBS Seats | Private MBBS Seats | Total Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 4,303 | 4,750 | 9,053 |
| Maharashtra | 4,825 | 5,070 | 9,895 |
| Karnataka | 3,150 | 6,995 | 10,145 |
| Tamil Nadu | 5,225 | 5,500 | 10,725 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 2,485 | 2,850 | 5,335 |
Documents Required for Admission
- NEET UG 2024 Admit Card
- Rank Letter issued by NTA
- Class 10th & 12th Mark Sheets
- ID Proof (Aadhaar Card/Passport)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-sized Photographs
- Provisional Allotment Letter from MCC
Important Guidelines
- No fresh choice filling will be allowed after locking the preferences.
- If a candidate fails to report to the allotted institute, the seat will be forfeited.
- Refund policies vary depending on the institute’s rules.
- Candidates should ensure they meet all eligibility requirements, as non-fulfillment can result in cancellation of admission.