Gujarat NEET UG 2026 Stray Round Cutoff: 231 Seats, Final Chance

The Admission Committee for Professional Undergraduate Medical Educational Courses (ACPUGMEC) has released the cutoff scores for the stray vacancy round of Gujarat NEET UG 2026 counselling. This is the fourth and final round of seat allotment for the 2026–27 academic year, covering 231 unfilled MBBS and BDS positions across government, management, and NRI quotas. Candidates who registered during the stray round window can now check the mop-wise (merit order position) last merit list to see the closing rank for each college and course. This is the last opportunity to secure a medical seat in Gujarat through state-level counselling; any seats remaining after this round will lapse.

What is the stray round and why does it matter?

The stray vacancy round is the concluding phase of Gujarat's NEET UG counselling process. It exists to fill seats that remain vacant after the first three rounds of allotment. Unlike earlier rounds, which follow a structured choice-filling and allotment schedule, the stray round operates on a first-come, first-served basis for eligible candidates who meet the cutoff rank.

For a NEET aspirant, this round represents a final lifeline. If you did not secure a seat in rounds 1–3, or if you were waitlisted and did not advance, the stray round offers a fresh opportunity to match your rank against available positions. Once this round closes and allotments are made, no further state-level counselling will occur for the 2026–27 cycle. Seats that go unfilled will either be surrendered or handled through other national-level processes.

How many seats are available in the stray round?

ACPUGMEC has notified a total of 231 vacant seats across MBBS and BDS programmes. The breakdown is as follows: 124 MBBS seats and 107 BDS seats. These are distributed across three quota categories: Government Quota (124 seats), Management Quota (106 seats), and NRI Quota (1 seat).

The majority of seats fall under the government quota, which typically offers lower fees and is highly competitive. Management quota seats, while more numerous than NRI positions, usually carry higher fees. The single NRI quota seat is reserved for non-resident Indian candidates and their families. Understanding which quota you are eligible for—based on your domicile status, category (SC/ST/OBC/General), and whether you qualify as an NRI—is essential before checking the cutoff list.

Key dates: registration, cutoff release, and reporting

The stray round operated on a compressed timeline. Registration opened on 14 October 2026 and closed on 16 October 2026 at 2:00 PM. Only candidates who submitted their registration and choice preferences within this window were eligible for consideration. The mop-wise last merit list—which shows the closing rank for each college and course combination—was released on 21 October 2026.

If you were eligible and registered, you should now cross-check your NEET UG rank against the published cutoffs. The next critical date will be the allotment result announcement and the reporting deadline, which ACPUGMEC will notify separately. Reporting typically must occur within 2–3 days of allotment. Failure to report within the deadline will result in forfeiture of your seat, and it will be offered to the next candidate on the merit list.

• Registration window: 14–16 October 2026 (closed)
• Cutoff release: 21 October 2026
• Allotment result: to be announced by ACPUGMEC
• Reporting deadline: to be notified (typically 2–3 days after allotment)

How to check the cutoff list and find your college

The mop-wise last merit list is available as a PDF on the official ACPUGMEC portal at medadmgujarat.org. The document lists every participating college and course, along with the closing rank (the lowest rank that was allotted a seat) for each combination. To find your information, follow these steps: visit medadmgujarat.org, locate the stray vacancy round 2026 notification, download the mop-wise last merit list PDF for Round 4, and search for your preferred college and course using the browser's find function (Ctrl+F or Cmd+F).

Once you locate your college and course, note the closing rank for your category and quota. If your NEET UG rank is equal to or better than (lower than) the closing rank, you have a realistic chance of allotment. However, the final allotment depends on the order in which candidates report and confirm their seats. Download and save the PDF for your records, as you will need it during the reporting process.

• Visit medadmgujarat.org
• Click on the Stray Vacancy Round 2026 notification
• Open the mop-wise last merit list PDF for Round 4
• Search for your preferred college and course
• Note the closing rank for your category and quota
• Download and save the PDF

Who is eligible to participate in the stray round?

Eligibility for the stray round is straightforward but strict. You must have registered during the stray vacancy round window (14–16 October 2026). You must hold a valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard. You must satisfy Gujarat's state domicile requirements and category rules as defined by ACPUGMEC. Domicile typically means you or your parents have resided in Gujarat for a specified period (usually 5–10 years); category refers to your SC/ST/OBC/General classification as per official records.

Additionally, you must not have already been allotted a seat in an earlier round that you have confirmed by reporting. If you were allotted a seat in Round 1, 2, or 3 and reported to that college, you are ineligible for the stray round. Conversely, if you were allotted but did not report, or if you were on a waitlist that did not advance, you remain eligible. Verify your eligibility status on the portal before assuming you can participate.

What happens after the stray round closes?

The stray round is the final state-level counselling phase for Gujarat NEET UG 2026. Any seats that remain unfilled after allotments are made and the reporting deadline passes will lapse. They will not be offered again through Gujarat's counselling process. In some cases, unfilled seats may be handled through national-level counselling (such as MCC's all-India round) or may be surrendered by the college.

This finality underscores the importance of acting quickly if you are eligible. If you have a reasonable chance of allotment based on the cutoff list, ensure your documents are ready, your admission fee is arranged, and you are prepared to report immediately upon receiving an allotment letter. Delays or missed deadlines can result in permanent loss of opportunity for that cycle.

Practical steps to take now

If you registered for the stray round, your immediate action items are: (1) download the mop-wise last merit list from medadmgujarat.org and check your rank against the closing ranks for your preferred colleges and courses; (2) gather all original documents, including your NEET UG scorecard, mark sheets, category certificate (if applicable), and domicile proof; (3) arrange the admission fee in the prescribed payment mode (usually online transfer or demand draft); (4) keep your phone and email active to receive allotment notifications from ACPUGMEC.

Once you receive an allotment letter, verify the college, course, and quota. Then report to the allotted college within the deadline specified in the letter. Reporting typically involves submitting original documents, paying the admission fee, and completing a verification process. Do not delay; seats are confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis during the reporting window.

• Download and review the mop-wise last merit list
• Compare your NEET UG rank with closing ranks
• Prepare original documents and certificates
• Arrange admission fee in the prescribed mode
• Keep contact details updated with ACPUGMEC
• Report to your allotted college immediately upon notification

What if you don't get allotted in the stray round?

If your rank does not match any available seat in the stray round, or if you are not allotted despite registering, your options for the 2026–27 cycle are limited. State-level counselling in Gujarat will have concluded. You may be eligible for national-level counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), which allocates seats in deemed universities and central institutions across India. Alternatively, you can explore private medical colleges outside Gujarat or consider deferring your admission to the next NEET cycle.

Some candidates also pursue management quota seats in private colleges, though these carry significantly higher fees. Before making any decision, consult your parents, school counsellor, or a trusted mentor. Understand the financial implications and career prospects of each option. Do not rush into a decision out of panic; a well-considered choice now will serve you better in the long run.

Frequently asked questions

Check the mop-wise last merit list on medadmgujarat.org immediately and compare your NEET UG rank with the closing ranks for your preferred colleges. Prepare your documents and admission fee now, and stay alert for the allotment result and reporting deadline notifications. This is your final opportunity for a Gujarat MBBS or BDS seat in 2026–27.