Rajasthan NEET UG 2026 Stray Vacancy Round: Allotment Published

Rajasthan's NEET UG counselling board has published the provisional allotment for the Stray Vacancy Round on 22 October 2026. This is the final round of counselling for MBBS and BDS seats in Rajasthan for the 2026-27 academic year. The allotment list is now live on the official portal, and candidates who participated in the stray vacancy round can check their seat allocation. If you have been allotted a seat, you must complete the joining process within the specified deadline. This round fills remaining vacant seats after all previous rounds (Round 1, Round 2, Round 3) have concluded.

What is the Stray Vacancy Round?

The Stray Vacancy Round is the final counselling round in Rajasthan's NEET UG admission process. It is conducted to fill any seats that remain vacant after the completion of Round 1, Round 2, and Round 3 counselling. These are genuine vacancies that arise due to candidates not joining their allotted seats, resignations, or other administrative reasons.

Unlike the main rounds, the Stray Vacancy Round is open to candidates who either did not participate in earlier rounds or did not secure a seat in those rounds. It gives a second chance to eligible candidates to secure an MBBS or BDS seat. The allotment in this round is based on merit (NEET score) and the candidate's choice of college and course, subject to availability.

Important Dates for the Stray Vacancy Round

The Stray Vacancy Round followed a compressed schedule in October 2026. Key dates included document verification and deposition (18–20 October), merit list publication (21 October), and allotment announcement (22 October). The provisional allotment was published on 22 October 2026, and candidates must now check their status and proceed with joining if allotted.

The exact joining deadline and reporting instructions are provided in the allotment letter and on the portal. Candidates must act quickly, as the joining window for the Stray Vacancy Round is typically very short. Missing the deadline will result in forfeiture of the seat.

• Document verification and deposition: 18–20 October 2026
• Provisional merit list published: 21 October 2026
• Provisional allotment published: 22 October 2026
• Joining deadline: Check your allotment letter and portal for exact date and time

How to Check Your Allotment Status

To check your Stray Vacancy Round allotment, visit the official Rajasthan NEET UG counselling portal at ug.neetrajasthan.com. Log in using your application number and password. Navigate to the 'Schedule/Notification' section or the allotment status page. Your allotment details, including the college name, course (MBBS or BDS), seat category, and reporting instructions, will be displayed.

If you have been allotted a seat, download and print your allotment letter immediately. This letter contains critical information: your allotted college, the course, the seat category, the reporting date and time, and the documents you must bring. If you are not allotted a seat, it means no vacancy matching your merit and choices was available in this round. You can check the portal for any further rounds or counselling opportunities.

• Visit ug.neetrajasthan.com
• Log in with your application number and password
• Go to 'Schedule/Notification' or allotment status section
• Check your allotment details and download the allotment letter
• Print the letter and keep it safe for joining

Eligibility for the Stray Vacancy Round

To participate in the Stray Vacancy Round, you must have been a valid NEET UG 2026 candidate and must have completed the document verification process as per the board's schedule. Candidates who participated in earlier rounds but did not secure a seat, as well as those who did not participate in earlier rounds but registered for counselling, were eligible to apply for the Stray Vacancy Round.

Your eligibility is determined by your NEET score, your category (General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD, NRI, WDP, WPP, etc.), and your domicile status. The board conducts document verification to confirm that you meet all eligibility criteria before your name is included in the merit list. If your documents were not verified or if you did not meet the eligibility requirements, you would not have been considered for allotment in this round.

• Valid NEET UG 2026 candidate with qualifying score
• Completed document verification as per the board's schedule
• Eligible category (General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD, NRI, WDP, WPP, etc.)
• Rajasthan domicile or eligible non-domicile category (NRI, WDP, WPP)
• Registered for counselling and participated in the Stray Vacancy Round process

Documents Required for Joining

When you report to your allotted college for joining, you must bring all original documents along with photocopies. The board has issued a detailed list of documents required at the time of joining. These documents are essential to verify your eligibility and to complete your admission. Missing any document may result in your admission being cancelled or delayed.

The documents typically include your NEET admit card, NEET score card, 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates, your caste/category certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, medical fitness certificate, character certificate, and any other documents specified in the allotment letter. For NRI, WDP, and WPP candidates, additional documents such as passport, visa, or affidavit may be required. Always check the allotment letter and the official portal for the complete and updated list.

• NEET UG 2026 admit card and score card
• 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates
• Caste/category certificate (if applicable)
• Domicile certificate
• Medical fitness certificate
• Character certificate
• Aadhar card or other government-issued ID
• Passport and visa (for NRI candidates)
• Affidavit (for WDP/WPP candidates, if required)
• Any other documents specified in the allotment letter

Joining Process and Deadline

After receiving your allotment, you must report to your allotted college on the date and time specified in your allotment letter. The joining process involves submitting your documents, completing the admission formalities, paying the required fees, and signing the necessary bonds or undertakings. The deadline for joining is strict—if you do not report by the specified date and time, your seat will be cancelled and offered to the next candidate on the merit list.

The joining typically takes place at the college's academic block or admission office. You will be required to fill out an admission form, submit all original documents for verification, pay the first installment of fees, and sign a bond (for government seats) or an undertaking. Once you have completed these steps, your admission is confirmed, and you will be issued a provisional admission letter. Do not delay; the Stray Vacancy Round joining window is very short.

• Report to your allotted college on the exact date and time in your allotment letter
• Bring all original documents and photocopies
• Submit the admission form and documents for verification
• Pay the required fees (first installment)
• Sign the bond or undertaking as applicable
• Receive your provisional admission letter
• Missing the deadline will result in cancellation of your seat

Fee Structure for MBBS and BDS Seats

The fee structure varies depending on the type of college (government, RUHS-CMS, government society, private) and the course (MBBS or BDS). Government seats have significantly lower fees compared to private seats. The board has published separate fee schedules for government MBBS, government BDS, RUHS-CMS MBBS, private MBBS, and private BDS seats. You must check the official portal for the exact fee applicable to your allotted seat.

At the time of joining, you are required to pay the first installment of fees. The remaining fees are typically paid in subsequent installments as per the college's schedule. For government seats, you may also be required to pay a security deposit or surety bond amount. Ensure you have the funds ready before reporting to the college, as failure to pay fees on time may result in cancellation of your admission.

• Government MBBS seats: Lower fee (check portal for exact amount)
• Government BDS seats: Lower fee (check portal for exact amount)
• RUHS-CMS MBBS seats: Moderate fee (check portal for exact amount)
• Private MBBS seats: Higher fee (check portal for exact amount)
• Private BDS seats: Higher fee (check portal for exact amount)
• NRI seats: Separate fee structure (check portal for exact amount)
• Pay first installment at the time of joining
• Remaining fees in subsequent installments as per college schedule

Category-Specific Information

Rajasthan's NEET UG counselling recognises multiple categories: General, OBC-NCL (Other Backward Classes – Non-Creamy Layer), SC (Scheduled Caste), ST (Scheduled Tribe), EWS (Economically Weaker Section), PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability), NRI (Non-Resident Indian), WDP (Widows/Divorced/Separated Persons), and WPP (Widows/Widowers of Persons with Disability). Each category has its own merit list and seat allocation. Your category is determined by your application and verified during document verification.

If you belong to a reserved category (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwBD), you must have a valid category certificate issued by the competent authority. For NRI candidates, you must have a valid passport and proof of NRI status. For WDP and WPP candidates, you must have the required affidavit and supporting documents. Ensure your category certificate is valid and matches the category you have claimed in your application. Any mismatch or invalid certificate will result in rejection of your application or cancellation of your admission.

• General category: No certificate required
• OBC-NCL: Valid OBC-NCL certificate from competent authority
• SC: Valid SC certificate from competent authority
• ST: Valid ST certificate from competent authority
• EWS: Valid EWS certificate from competent authority
• PwBD: Valid disability certificate and NEET PwBD status
• NRI: Valid passport and proof of NRI status
• WDP: Valid affidavit and supporting documents
• WPP: Valid affidavit and supporting documents

Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected

One of the most common reasons for rejection is submitting an invalid or expired category certificate. If your caste certificate was issued more than a certain period ago or does not match your claimed category, your application will be rejected. Similarly, if you claim to be OBC-NCL but your certificate shows OBC-Creamy Layer (OBC-CL), you will not be eligible for OBC-NCL reservation. Always verify that your certificate is valid and matches your claimed category before submitting your application.

Another frequent mistake is not completing document verification on the scheduled date. If you did not attend the document verification session or if your documents were not verified, you will not appear in the merit list and will not be eligible for allotment. Additionally, missing the joining deadline is a critical error—if you do not report to your allotted college by the specified date and time, your seat will be cancelled immediately. Finally, bringing incomplete documents at the time of joining can delay or cancel your admission. Always check the allotment letter and the official list of required documents before reporting to the college.

• Invalid or expired category certificate
• Category certificate showing OBC-CL instead of OBC-NCL
• Not attending document verification on the scheduled date
• Incomplete or missing documents at the time of joining
• Missing the joining deadline
• Incorrect or mismatched information in the application
• Not paying fees on time
• Not signing the required bond or undertaking
• Bringing photocopies instead of original documents

What Happens If You Are Not Allotted a Seat?

If you check the allotment list and your name does not appear, it means no seat matching your merit score and choices was available in the Stray Vacancy Round. This does not mean you are ineligible; it simply means that all available seats were filled by candidates with higher merit scores or different choices. You should check the official portal regularly for any further counselling rounds or opportunities that may be announced.

If the Stray Vacancy Round was the final round of counselling for the 2026-27 academic year, you may explore other options: apply for admission to private colleges directly (if they have seats available), consider taking a gap year and applying again next year, or explore other medical or dental courses. Some colleges may also conduct their own spot counselling or management quota admissions after the official counselling concludes. Stay in touch with the official portal and your state's medical education authority for any updates.

• Check the portal regularly for updates
• Look for any further counselling rounds announced by the board
• Contact the board's helpline for clarification
• Explore direct admission to private colleges (if available)
• Consider other medical or dental courses
• Plan for the next year's NEET UG if applicable

Contact and Support

If you have any questions or face issues while checking your allotment or during the joining process, contact the Rajasthan NEET UG counselling board. The official email for grievances and support is support@neetrajasthan.com. You can also visit the official portal at ug.neetrajasthan.com for FAQs, notifications, and updates. The board's office is located at SMS Medical College, Jaipur, and you can visit in person if needed.

For technical issues with the portal, such as login problems or difficulty downloading documents, contact the technical support team through the portal's help section. For admission-related queries, reach out to your allotted college's admission office directly. Keep your application number and NEET roll number handy when contacting support, as they will need this information to assist you.

• Email: support@neetrajasthan.com
• Portal: ug.neetrajasthan.com
• Office: SMS Medical College, Jaipur
• Keep your application number and NEET roll number ready
• Check the portal's FAQ section for common questions

Frequently asked questions

Check your Stray Vacancy Round allotment immediately on ug.neetrajasthan.com. If you have been allotted a seat, download your allotment letter and note the exact joining date and time. Gather all required documents, arrange the fees, and report to your allotted college without delay—the joining deadline is strict, and missing it will result in cancellation of your seat. For any questions or technical issues, contact support@neetrajasthan.com or visit the official portal.