The Commissionerate of Medical Education (DME), Chhattisgarh, has released the provisional allotment list for Round 5 (Special Stray Vacancy) of NEET UG 2026 counselling for MBBS and BDS courses on 7 November 2026. This is the final round of counselling for the 2026-27 admission session, designed to fill any remaining vacant seats across Chhattisgarh medical and dental colleges. If your name appears on this list, you have been provisionally allotted a seat — but this is not final. You must now complete the verification and joining process within the specified deadline to confirm your admission. This article explains what the allotment means, what documents you need, and exactly what to do next.
Your provisional allotment in Round 5 is conditional — you must report for verification and join your allotted college by the deadline, or your seat will be cancelled.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is Round 5 (Special Stray Vacancy) Counselling?
Round 5 is the final counselling round for NEET UG 2026 in Chhattisgarh. It is held specifically to fill any seats that remain vacant after all previous rounds (Rounds 1–4) of counselling are complete. These are called 'stray vacancies' — seats that were not filled because candidates either did not report, withdrew, or were not eligible in earlier rounds.
This round is open to all eligible NEET UG 2026 candidates who have not yet been allotted a seat, regardless of whether they participated in earlier rounds. It is your last opportunity to secure a seat in a Chhattisgarh MBBS or BDS college for the 2026-27 session. After Round 5, no further counselling rounds will be held.
Understanding Your Provisional Allotment
If your name appears on the provisional allotment list released on 7 November 2026, it means the counselling system has assigned you a seat based on your NEET rank, category, and the availability of seats at that time. However, 'provisional' is key — this allotment is NOT yet final and does NOT guarantee your admission.
Your allotment becomes final only after you complete two critical steps: (1) attend the verification appointment on the date and time specified for your allotted college, and (2) report for joining (physical or online, as instructed) by the deadline. If you fail to do either, your seat will be cancelled and offered to the next eligible candidate on the waiting list.
How to Check Your Allotment Status
The provisional allotment list has been published on the official DME Chhattisgarh website (cgdme.in). You can download the list as a PDF and search for your name and NEET roll number. The list will show your allotted college, course (MBBS or BDS), category, and the date and time you must report for verification.
If you do not find your name on the list, it means you have not been allotted a seat in Round 5. This could be because no seat matching your category and rank was available, or because you were ineligible (for example, if your NEET score was below the cutoff for your category). In this case, you will not be able to proceed further in this round.
Important Dates and Deadlines
The notice released on 7 November 2026 announces the provisional allotment list. However, the notice does not explicitly state the verification date, joining deadline, or other key dates in the text provided. You must download the full PDF notice from cgdme.in to find the exact dates for your allotted college's verification appointment and the final joining deadline.
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Do not delay — these deadlines are strict. Missing your verification appointment or the joining deadline will result in automatic cancellation of your allotment, and you will lose your seat. Check the PDF immediately and mark all dates on your calendar.
- Provisional allotment list released: 7 November 2026
- Verification date and time: Check the PDF notice for your college
- Joining deadline: Check the PDF notice
- Note: Exact dates must be confirmed from the full PDF notice
Documents Required for Verification
When you report for verification at your allotted college on the specified date and time, you must bring original copies of all required documents. The college will check these documents against your application to confirm your eligibility. If any document is missing, incorrect, or does not match your application, your allotment may be cancelled.
The notice does not list the specific documents required in the text provided. However, standard documents for NEET UG counselling verification typically include your NEET admit card, NEET scorecard, 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates, caste/category certificate (if applicable), income certificate (if applicable), and any other documents mentioned in the counselling information brochure. You must check the full PDF notice or contact your allotted college directly to confirm the exact list.
- NEET admit card (original)
- NEET scorecard (original)
- 10th mark sheet and certificate (original)
- 12th mark sheet and certificate (original)
- Caste/category certificate (if applicable, original)
- Income certificate (if applicable, original)
- Aadhar card or other government ID (original)
- Check the full PDF notice for the complete list specific to your college
Verification Process: What Happens on the Day
On your verification date, you must arrive at your allotted college at the time specified in the allotment list. Bring all original documents listed above. The college's admission office will check your documents, verify your eligibility, and confirm your details against your NEET application and counselling registration.
If all documents are in order and you are found eligible, the college will issue you a verification slip or confirmation letter. This slip is proof that you have completed verification and are now eligible to join. If any document is missing or incorrect, the college may ask you to submit it within a specified time, or your allotment may be cancelled on the spot. Do not assume you will be given a second chance — bring everything on the first day.
Joining Your Allotted College
After successful verification, you must join your allotted college by the deadline specified in the notice. 'Joining' means physically reporting to the college (or online, if the college specifies an online joining process) and completing the admission formalities such as fee payment, hostel registration, and course registration.
The exact joining process — whether it is in-person or online, and what fees you must pay — will be communicated by your allotted college. You must follow the college's instructions exactly. If you do not join by the deadline, your seat will be cancelled automatically, and you will forfeit your admission.
Fees and Payment
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The notice released on 7 November 2026 does not specify the fees you must pay during joining. Fees vary depending on whether you are joining a government or private college, and whether you are a resident of Chhattisgarh or from another state. You must contact your allotted college directly or check the DME Chhattisgarh website for the exact fee structure.
Ensure you have sufficient funds ready before your joining date. Most colleges require fees to be paid in full at the time of joining, either by bank transfer, demand draft, or online payment. Do not delay fee payment — it is a mandatory part of the joining process.
Category-Specific Information
Chhattisgarh counselling allocates seats across different categories: General, OBC (Other Backward Class), SC (Scheduled Caste), and ST (Scheduled Tribe). Your allotment will be made in the category you registered for during counselling registration. If you are allotted a seat in a reserved category (OBC, SC, or ST), you must bring your valid caste/category certificate issued by the competent authority at the time of verification.
If your caste certificate is not valid, expired, or does not match the category you registered for, your allotment will be cancelled. Ensure your certificate is current and issued by the correct authority (District Magistrate or equivalent) before your verification date.
What Happens If You Don't Report or Join
If you are allotted a seat but do not report for verification on the specified date and time, your allotment will be automatically cancelled. Similarly, if you report for verification but do not join by the deadline, your seat will be cancelled. In either case, you will lose your admission, and the seat will be offered to the next eligible candidate on the waiting list.
There is no provision for postponement or extension of deadlines in Round 5. This is the final round, and the process is strict. If you have a genuine emergency that prevents you from reporting or joining, contact your allotted college and the DME immediately — but do not assume an extension will be granted.
Common Mistakes That Get Your Allotment Cancelled
Many candidates lose their seats in the final round due to preventable mistakes. Here are the most common ones:
1. **Missing the verification date**: Even if you are allotted a seat, if you do not show up on the exact date and time specified, your allotment is cancelled. There is no grace period. 2. **Bringing incomplete or incorrect documents**: If your documents do not match your application or are missing, the college will reject your verification. Bring originals, not photocopies. 3. **Caste certificate issues**: If your caste certificate is expired, not issued by the competent authority, or does not match your registered category, you will not be verified. 4. **Not joining by the deadline**: Verification is not the same as joining. You must also physically or online report to the college and complete admission formalities by the deadline. 5. **Assuming you can join later**: There is no 'late joining' in Round 5. The deadline is final. 6. **Not checking the full PDF notice**: The text of the notice does not contain all dates and details. Download the PDF and read it completely before the verification date.
Next Steps: What You Must Do Now
If your name is on the provisional allotment list, take these steps immediately:
1. Download the full PDF notice from cgdme.in and read it completely. 2. Note the exact verification date, time, and location for your allotted college. 3. Gather all original documents listed in the notice. 4. Contact your allotted college to confirm the joining process and fees. 5. Arrange travel and accommodation if your college is far from your home. 6. Mark all deadlines on your calendar and set reminders. 7. Do not delay — report for verification on the exact date and time specified.
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What does 'provisional allotment' mean? Is my seat confirmed?
Provisional allotment means the counselling system has assigned you a seat based on your rank and category, but it is not yet final. Your allotment becomes final only after you complete verification at your allotted college and then join by the deadline. If you fail to do either, your seat will be cancelled.
I am on the provisional allotment list. What must I do next?
Download the full PDF notice from cgdme.in, find your verification date and time, gather all required original documents, and report to your allotted college on the exact date and time specified. After verification, you must also join the college by the deadline to confirm your admission.
What documents do I need to bring for verification?
The notice does not list specific documents in the text provided. You must download the full PDF notice from cgdme.in to see the exact list. Typically, you will need your NEET admit card, NEET scorecard, 10th and 12th certificates, caste/category certificate (if applicable), and government ID. Bring originals, not photocopies.
What if I miss my verification date?
If you do not report for verification on the exact date and time specified, your allotment will be automatically cancelled. There is no grace period or extension in Round 5. Your seat will be offered to the next eligible candidate.
Is verification the same as joining? Do I need to do both?
No. Verification is the first step — the college checks your documents and confirms your eligibility. Joining is the second step — you physically or online report to the college, pay fees, and complete admission formalities. You must do both by the specified deadlines, or your seat will be cancelled.
What if my caste certificate is expired or not valid?
If you are allotted a seat in a reserved category (OBC, SC, or ST) and your caste certificate is expired, not issued by the competent authority, or does not match your registered category, your verification will be rejected and your allotment will be cancelled. Ensure your certificate is current and valid before your verification date.
Can I postpone my verification or joining date if I have an emergency?
The notice does not mention any provision for postponement. Round 5 is the final round, and deadlines are strict. If you have a genuine emergency, contact your allotted college and the DME immediately, but do not assume an extension will be granted.
I am not on the provisional allotment list. What does this mean?
It means no seat matching your category and rank was available in Round 5, or you were ineligible. You will not be able to proceed further in this round. This is the final counselling round for 2026-27, so you will not be allotted a seat unless you participate in any future special rounds (if announced).
How do I check if I am on the allotment list?
Download the provisional allotment list PDF from cgdme.in (released on 7 November 2026) and search for your name and NEET roll number. The list will show your allotted college, course, category, and verification details.
What happens if I join late, after the deadline?
There is no 'late joining' in Round 5. If you do not join by the deadline specified in the notice, your seat will be automatically cancelled, and you will lose your admission. The deadline is final and non-negotiable.
Do I need to pay fees during verification or during joining?
The notice does not specify when fees are due. Typically, fees are paid during joining, not during verification. Contact your allotted college directly to confirm the exact fee structure and payment schedule.
Can I change my allotted college or course after verification?
The notice does not mention any provision for changing your allotted college or course after verification. Once you are verified and join, your allotment is final. If you wish to change, you must contact the DME and your college immediately, but there is no guarantee of approval.
If your name is on the provisional allotment list released on 7 November 2026, download the full PDF notice from cgdme.in immediately and note your verification date, time, and location. Gather all required original documents and report to your allotted college on the exact date specified — missing this deadline will cancel your allotment. After verification, you must also join the college by the deadline to confirm your admission. Do not delay; this is the final counselling round for 2026-27.
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