The Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), which conducts NEET-based counselling for Delhi's 85% state-quota MBBS seats, has released a tentative list of vacant seats available in the Special Stray Round for the 2026-27 academic session. A total of 6 MBBS seats remain unfilled across 4 Delhi medical colleges after the main counselling rounds. This is your last opportunity to secure an MBBS seat in Delhi if you have not been allotted one yet — the Special Stray Round is designed to fill remaining vacancies before the academic year begins. The notice lists the exact college, category and number of seats available so you can decide whether to participate.
Six MBBS seats are vacant across four Delhi medical colleges in the Special Stray Round — check if your category matches and register immediately if you wish to apply.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is the Special Stray Round?
The Special Stray Round is the final counselling round held after all main allotment rounds are complete. It is designed to fill any MBBS seats that remain vacant because candidates either did not report to their allotted college, rejected their seat, or did not participate in earlier rounds. This round gives a second chance to eligible NEET-qualified candidates who were not allotted a seat in the main rounds.
In this round, you can apply for any vacant seat that matches your category (General, OBC, SC, ST, etc.) and quota (HS = Haryana School, meaning Delhi state quota). The seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis or by merit, depending on the rules set by GGSIPU. Once you are allotted a seat in this round, you must report to the college immediately — there is usually no further opportunity to change your choice.
Which Colleges Have Vacant Seats?
Four Delhi medical colleges have released vacant MBBS seats for the Special Stray Round. These are all government or government-aided institutions under GGSIPU's counselling. The colleges are: Army College of Medical Science (Delhi Cantt), Dr. BSA Hospital Medical College (Rohini), and NDMC Medical College at Hindu Rao Hospital (Malka Ganj). All seats are under the HS (Haryana School / Delhi state) quota, meaning they are reserved for candidates who studied in Delhi schools.
- Army College of Medical Science, Near Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt, New Delhi
- Dr. BSA Hospital, Medical College, Sector 6, Rohini, Delhi
- NDMC Medical College at Hindu Rao Hospital, Malka Ganj, Delhi
Vacant Seats by College and Category
The notice provides a detailed breakdown of which seats are vacant at each college and under which category. The categories listed are OPPH (Open/General category for female candidates), OPDF (Open/General category for female candidates — the abbreviation may indicate a specific sub-category), BCNO (OBC category for male candidates), and OPNO (Open/General category for male candidates). Each college has between 1 and 2 vacant seats. It is critical that you match your own category exactly — if you are an OBC candidate, you can only apply for OBC seats; if you are General, you can apply for Open seats. Applying for a seat in the wrong category will result in rejection.
| College | Quota | Category | Vacant Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Army College of Medical Science, Delhi Cantt | HS | OPPH (Open Female) | 1 |
| Dr. BSA Hospital Medical College, Rohini | HS | OPDF (Open Female) | 1 |
| Dr. BSA Hospital Medical College, Rohini | HS | OPPH (Open Female) | 2 |
| NDMC Medical College, Hindu Rao Hospital | HS | BCNO (OBC Male) | 1 |
| NDMC Medical College, Hindu Rao Hospital | HS | OPNO (Open Male) | 1 |
Who is Eligible to Apply?
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To be eligible for the Special Stray Round, you must meet the following criteria: (1) You must have qualified NEET UG 2026 with a valid score. (2) You must not have been allotted an MBBS seat in any of the main counselling rounds, or you must have rejected your allotted seat. (3) Your category (General, OBC, SC, ST, etc.) must match one of the vacant seats listed. (4) You must have studied in a Delhi school (HS quota requirement) — this is mandatory for all these seats. If you studied outside Delhi, you are not eligible for these seats.
Additionally, you must have completed all document verification and registration with GGSIPU before the Special Stray Round application window opens. If you have not yet registered with GGSIPU, you must do so immediately — registration is a prerequisite for applying in any round.
- Qualified NEET UG 2026 with a valid score
- Not allotted in main rounds, or rejected your allotted seat
- Category matches one of the vacant seats
- Studied in a Delhi school (HS quota requirement)
- Completed GGSIPU registration and document verification
Important: Category and Quota Matching
This is a critical trap that rejects many applications. The notice lists seats by specific category codes: OPPH, OPDF, BCNO, OPNO. You must understand what your category is and apply only for seats marked with your category code. If you are a General (Open) candidate, you can apply for seats marked 'OP' (Open). If you are OBC, you can apply only for seats marked 'BC' (OBC). If you are SC or ST, check whether any seats are reserved for your category — in this list, there are none, so SC and ST candidates cannot apply.
The 'HS' quota means all these seats are for candidates who studied in Delhi schools. If your 12th-standard school was outside Delhi, you do not qualify for these seats, even if you are otherwise eligible. The gender codes (PH = female, NO = male) may also restrict eligibility depending on the college's policy — verify with GGSIPU before applying. Do not assume you can apply for a seat just because you are NEET-qualified; the category and quota must match exactly.
- OPPH = Open category, female candidates
- OPDF = Open category, female candidates (specific sub-category)
- OPNO = Open category, male candidates
- BCNO = OBC category, male candidates
- HS = Delhi school quota (mandatory)
- SC and ST candidates: no seats available in this round
What Documents Will You Need?
The notice does not explicitly list the documents required for the Special Stray Round application. However, based on standard GGSIPU counselling procedures, you will need to have already submitted and verified the following documents during your initial registration: NEET admit card, NEET score card, 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates, caste/OBC certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate for Delhi, and any other documents specified by GGSIPU. If you have not yet completed document verification, contact GGSIPU immediately — you cannot apply in the Special Stray Round without it.
When the application window opens, you will log into the GGSIPU counselling portal using your registration credentials and select your preferred vacant seat. You will not need to re-upload documents if you have already verified them; the system will pull your verified information. However, ensure all your documents are correct and complete before the application deadline.
- NEET admit card and score card
- 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates
- Caste/OBC certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile certificate for Delhi
- Any other documents specified by GGSIPU
- All documents must be verified before applying
How to Apply in the Special Stray Round
The notice does not provide the exact application dates, process steps, or portal link for the Special Stray Round. However, based on standard GGSIPU procedure, you will need to: (1) Log into the official GGSIPU counselling portal using your registration number and password. (2) Select the Special Stray Round option. (3) Choose your preferred vacant seat from the list of available colleges and categories. (4) Confirm your choice and submit. (5) Print your allotment letter (if allotted) and report to the college on the specified date with all original documents.
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The exact dates for application, allotment, and reporting will be announced by GGSIPU separately. Watch the official GGSIPU website (https://www.ipu.ac.in) and your registered email and phone number for updates. Do not miss the application deadline — the Special Stray Round is the last chance to secure a seat, and once the deadline passes, no further applications are accepted.
- Log into GGSIPU counselling portal with your registration credentials
- Select Special Stray Round
- Choose your preferred vacant seat
- Confirm and submit your choice
- Print allotment letter and report to college with original documents
- Watch GGSIPU website for exact dates and portal link
What 'Tentative' Means — Seats May Change
The notice explicitly states that this is a 'TENTATIVE' list of vacant seats. This means the number and availability of seats may change before the Special Stray Round application window opens. Seats may become available or unavailable due to: (1) Candidates reporting to their allotted colleges in earlier rounds, freeing up seats. (2) Candidates withdrawing from the process. (3) Administrative adjustments by GGSIPU. Therefore, do not assume that the exact seats listed here will be available when you apply.
However, this list gives you a good indication of which colleges and categories have vacancies. Use it to plan your strategy and ensure your category matches. Once the Special Stray Round officially opens, GGSIPU will release a final, updated list of vacant seats. Check that final list before applying — it may differ from this tentative one.
- This is a tentative list — seats may change
- Final list will be released when the round opens
- Use this to plan your strategy and check category match
- Do not assume these exact seats will be available
Key Dates and Next Steps
The notice does not provide the exact dates for the Special Stray Round application window, allotment, or reporting. This is a critical gap — you must find this information from GGSIPU's official website or counselling portal. Typically, the Special Stray Round is held in late November or early December, but do not assume this. Check the GGSIPU website immediately for the official schedule.
Your immediate action: (1) Verify that your NEET score is valid and your registration with GGSIPU is complete. (2) Check your category and ensure it matches one of the vacant seats listed. (3) Confirm that you studied in a Delhi school (HS quota requirement). (4) Keep your NEET admit card, score card, and all other documents ready. (5) Monitor the GGSIPU website daily for the Special Stray Round announcement with exact dates and the application portal link.
- Check GGSIPU website for exact Special Stray Round dates
- Verify your NEET score and GGSIPU registration
- Confirm your category matches a vacant seat
- Confirm you studied in a Delhi school
- Keep all documents ready
- Monitor GGSIPU website for portal link and application window
Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected
Many candidates lose their chance in the Special Stray Round due to preventable errors. The most common mistakes are: (1) Applying for a seat in the wrong category — if you are OBC, you cannot apply for an Open seat, and vice versa. (2) Applying despite not meeting the HS (Delhi school) quota requirement — if you studied outside Delhi, you are ineligible. (3) Not completing document verification before the application deadline — unverified documents mean automatic rejection. (4) Missing the application deadline — the Special Stray Round has a strict cutoff, and late applications are not accepted.
(5) Providing incorrect or incomplete information in the application form — ensure all details match your NEET admit card and verified documents exactly. (6) Not reporting to the college on the specified date after allotment — if you are allotted a seat but do not report, your seat is cancelled and given to the next candidate. (7) Assuming the tentative list is final — always check the updated list when the round opens. To avoid these mistakes, read all instructions carefully, verify your eligibility before applying, and submit your application well before the deadline.
- Applying for a seat in the wrong category
- Not meeting the HS (Delhi school) quota requirement
- Incomplete or unverified documents
- Missing the application deadline
- Incorrect or incomplete information in the form
- Not reporting to college after allotment
- Assuming the tentative list is final
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What is the Special Stray Round and why does it matter?
The Special Stray Round is the final counselling round held after all main allotment rounds are complete. It fills any MBBS seats that remain vacant because candidates did not report, rejected their seat, or did not participate earlier. This is your last chance to secure an MBBS seat in Delhi if you were not allotted one in the main rounds. Once this round closes, no further seats are available for the 2026-27 session.
How many MBBS seats are vacant and in which colleges?
A total of 6 MBBS seats are vacant across 4 Delhi colleges: Army College of Medical Science (1 seat), Dr. BSA Hospital Medical College (3 seats), and NDMC Medical College at Hindu Rao Hospital (2 seats). All seats are under the HS (Delhi state) quota. The exact category of each seat varies — some are for Open/General candidates, some for OBC candidates, and some are gender-specific. Check the table in the article to find seats matching your category.
I am an OBC candidate. Which seats can I apply for?
Only one seat is available for OBC candidates in this round: 1 OBC male seat (BCNO) at NDMC Medical College at Hindu Rao Hospital. If you are an OBC female candidate, no seats are available for you in this round. Do not apply for Open (OP) category seats — you will be rejected because your category does not match.
I studied in a school outside Delhi. Can I apply for these seats?
No. All 6 vacant seats are under the HS (Haryana School / Delhi state) quota, which is reserved exclusively for candidates who studied in Delhi schools. If your 12th-standard school was outside Delhi, you are ineligible for these seats, regardless of your NEET score or category. You cannot apply.
What does 'tentative' mean? Will these exact seats be available when I apply?
Tentative means the list may change before the Special Stray Round officially opens. Seats may become available or unavailable due to candidates reporting to earlier allotments, withdrawals, or administrative adjustments. Use this list to plan your strategy, but always check the final, updated list when GGSIPU releases it. The final list will be released when the application window opens.
When does the Special Stray Round application window open? What is the deadline?
The notice does not provide the exact dates for the application window, allotment, or reporting. You must check the official GGSIPU website (https://www.ipu.ac.in) or your counselling portal for this information. Typically, the Special Stray Round is held in late November or early December, but do not assume — verify the official dates immediately.
What documents do I need to apply?
You must have already completed document verification with GGSIPU during your initial registration. Required documents include NEET admit card, NEET score card, 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates, caste/OBC certificate (if applicable), and domicile certificate for Delhi. If you have not yet verified your documents, do so immediately — you cannot apply in the Special Stray Round without verified documents.
How do I apply? What is the process?
You will log into the GGSIPU counselling portal using your registration credentials, select the Special Stray Round, choose your preferred vacant seat, and submit. The exact portal link and step-by-step instructions will be provided by GGSIPU when the round opens. Do not miss the application deadline — once it closes, no further applications are accepted.
If I am allotted a seat, what must I do next?
If you are allotted a seat in the Special Stray Round, you will receive an allotment letter. You must print it and report to the allotted college on the specified date with all original documents (NEET admit card, score card, certificates, etc.). If you do not report on time, your seat will be cancelled and given to the next candidate. There is usually no opportunity to change your choice after allotment in the Special Stray Round.
I was not allotted in the main rounds. Am I eligible for the Special Stray Round?
Yes, if you meet all other eligibility criteria: you have a valid NEET UG 2026 score, your category matches one of the vacant seats, you studied in a Delhi school (HS quota), and you have completed GGSIPU registration and document verification. However, if you were allotted a seat in the main rounds but rejected it, you are also eligible. Check your category carefully — if no seats match your category, you cannot apply.
What if I miss the Special Stray Round application deadline?
If you miss the deadline, you cannot apply in this round. The Special Stray Round is the final round for the 2026-27 session. Once it closes, no further MBBS seats are available in Delhi for this year. You would have to wait for the next admission cycle (2027-28) and appear for NEET UG 2027. Do not miss this deadline — it is your last chance.
Can I apply for multiple seats or change my choice after applying?
The notice does not specify whether you can apply for multiple seats or change your choice. Based on standard GGSIPU procedure, you typically select one preferred seat per round. Once you submit your choice, you cannot change it. If you are allotted that seat, you must accept it. Verify the exact rules with GGSIPU before applying.
This tentative list shows 6 MBBS seats available in Delhi's Special Stray Round — your last chance to secure a seat for 2026-27. Immediately verify that your category and quota (HS/Delhi school) match one of the vacant seats listed. Check the GGSIPU website (https://www.ipu.ac.in) daily for the exact application dates, portal link, and final updated seat list. Ensure all your documents are verified and ready, and submit your application well before the deadline — do not miss this final opportunity.
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