Rajasthan NEET UG 2026 Stray Vacancy Round: Document Verification & Eligibility

Rajasthan's NEET UG 2026 Stray Vacancy Round is now live, offering remaining seats across MBBS and BDS colleges after the first three regular rounds. This is your final chance to secure a medical or dental seat in Rajasthan if you were not allotted in earlier rounds or wish to upgrade. To participate, you must register, report for document verification by 20 October 2026, submit the required bond, and then fill your college choices. The board has released the vacant seat matrix, a list of required documents, and a bond template — all available on the official portal.

What is the Stray Vacancy Round?

The Stray Vacancy Round is the final counselling round for NEET UG 2026 in Rajasthan. It fills seats that remain vacant after Rounds 1, 2, and 3 — either because candidates did not join, resigned, or upgraded to other colleges. This round is open to all eligible NEET candidates, including those who did not participate in earlier rounds and those who wish to apply for remaining seats.

Unlike the regular rounds, the Stray Vacancy Round operates on a first-come, first-served basis once you have completed document verification and submitted your bond. This means the order in which you fill your choices and the availability of seats at that moment determine your allotment — not a merit list. It is your last opportunity to secure admission in Rajasthan for the 2026-27 academic year.

Important Dates for Stray Vacancy Round

The Stray Vacancy Round operates on a tight schedule. Registration is already live as of 16 October 2026. Document verification and bond submission must be completed by 20 October 2026. Choice filling will only be enabled after you have deposited your documents and submitted the required bond — this is a critical condition. Once choice filling opens, you will have a limited window to select your colleges and courses.

Mark these dates clearly: if you miss the 20 October deadline for document verification and bond submission, you will not be able to participate in this round at all. There is no extension mentioned in the notices, so treat this as a hard deadline.

• Registration: Live from 16 October 2026
• Document verification and bond submission: Must be completed by 20 October 2026
• Choice filling: Opens only after document verification and bond submission
• Allotment and joining: Dates to follow after choice filling closes

Who is Eligible to Participate?

Any candidate who has a valid NEET UG 2026 score and meets the eligibility criteria for MBBS or BDS admission in Rajasthan can apply for the Stray Vacancy Round. This includes candidates who did not participate in Rounds 1–3, those who were not allotted a seat, and those who were allotted but did not join or have since resigned.

Your eligibility will be verified during the document verification process. The board will check that your NEET score, educational qualifications, category certificate (if applicable), domicile status, and other required documents are in order. Only after successful verification will you be permitted to submit your bond and fill choices.

• Valid NEET UG 2026 score
• Educational qualifications (12th pass or equivalent)
• Category certificate (if claiming SC, ST, OBC-NCL, MBC-NCL, or other reserved category)
• Domicile certificate (if applicable)
• NRI status proof (if applying under NRI category)
• PwBD/PwD certificate (if applicable)
• Any other documents specified in the official list

Documents Required for Verification and Submission

The board has released a detailed list of documents required for the Stray Vacancy Round. You must bring originals and photocopies of all documents listed below when you report for document verification. Missing even one document can delay your verification or result in rejection of your application. The board has published a specific PDF titled 'LIST OF DOCUMENTS BOND AND APPLICABLE ANNEXURES FOR STRAY VACANCY ROUND PARTICIPATION 18th to 20th October 2026' — download and review it carefully.

Common documents include your NEET admit card and score card, 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates, category certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, caste certificate (if SC/ST), OBC-NCL certificate (if applicable), NRI certificate (if applicable), PwBD/PwD certificate (if applicable), and any other proof of eligibility. The exact list and format requirements are in the official document — do not assume or guess.

• NEET UG 2026 admit card and score card (original and photocopy)
• 10th mark sheet and certificate (original and photocopy)
• 12th mark sheet and certificate (original and photocopy)
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/MBC-NCL) if applicable (original and photocopy)
• Domicile certificate (original and photocopy)
• NRI certificate (if applying under NRI category) (original and photocopy)
• PwBD/PwD certificate (if applicable) (original and photocopy)
• Aadhar card or other government ID (original and photocopy)
• Application form (download from candidate portal after login)
• Undertaking/declaration as per board format
• Any other document specified in the official list

The Bond: What You Must Know

All candidates participating in the Stray Vacancy Round must sign and submit a bond as a condition of eligibility. The bond is a legal undertaking that binds you to certain conditions set by the board and the college. The board has released a bond template — download it from the portal and review it carefully before you arrive for document verification.

The bond typically includes commitments such as completing your course at the allotted college, adhering to the college's rules and regulations, and not resigning or transferring without permission. Different colleges and different seat categories (government, management, NRI) may have different bond terms. For government seats, there may be a service bond requiring you to work in Rajasthan for a specified period after graduation. For private colleges, the bond may relate to fee payment and course completion. Ensure you understand the bond terms before signing — once signed, it is a binding legal document.

• Bond is mandatory for all candidates in the Stray Vacancy Round
• Download the bond template from the official portal
• Review bond terms carefully — they vary by college and seat type
• Government seats may include a service bond (work in Rajasthan post-graduation)
• Private seats may include fee payment and course completion conditions
• Sign the bond in the presence of the verification officer
• Submit the signed bond along with your documents by 20 October 2026

Vacant Seat Matrix: Where Are the Seats?

The board has released a Vacant Seat Matrix dated 17 October 2026, showing all remaining seats available in the Stray Vacancy Round across MBBS and BDS colleges in Rajasthan. This matrix lists seats by college, course (MBBS or BDS), category (General, SC, ST, OBC-NCL, MBC-NCL, PwBD/PwD, NRI), and seat type (government, management, private). Download this matrix from the portal and study it carefully to understand where seats are available.

The seat matrix is critical because it tells you which colleges have vacancies and in which categories. If a college has zero seats in your category, you cannot be allotted there. The matrix is updated as candidates join or resign, so check the latest version before filling your choices. The number of seats shown is the actual number available for allotment in this round.

• Download the Vacant Seat Matrix (dated 17 October 2026) from the portal
• Check seats available by college, course, category, and seat type
• Seats are limited — prioritize colleges and courses carefully
• Matrix is updated as candidates join or resign
• Always refer to the latest matrix before filling choices
• Zero seats in your category means you cannot be allotted at that college

Step-by-Step Process: How to Participate

The process for the Stray Vacancy Round is straightforward but time-sensitive. First, log in to the official NEET Rajasthan portal (ug.neetrajasthan.com) using your credentials. Check that your registration is complete and your profile is up to date. Download your application form from the 'Candidate Report' section after login — you will need to print and bring this to document verification.

Second, gather all required documents (listed above) and report to the designated verification center by 20 October 2026. The board will verify your documents, check your eligibility, and confirm your category and domicile status. Once verified, you will be asked to sign the bond. After signing, you will receive a receipt confirming document submission and bond acceptance.

Third, once the board confirms that choice filling is open (this happens after the document verification deadline), log back into the portal and fill your college and course choices in order of preference. You can rank colleges and courses as per your preference — the system will allot you the highest-ranked college where a seat is available in your category. After filling choices, submit them before the deadline. Do not delay — seats are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis once choice filling closes.

• Step 1: Log in to ug.neetrajasthan.com and verify your registration
• Step 2: Download your application form from the Candidate Report section
• Step 3: Gather all required documents (originals and photocopies)
• Step 4: Report for document verification by 20 October 2026 with application form and documents
• Step 5: Sign the bond in the presence of the verification officer
• Step 6: Receive receipt confirming document submission and bond acceptance
• Step 7: Wait for choice filling to open (after 20 October)
• Step 8: Log in and fill your college and course choices in order of preference
• Step 9: Submit your choices before the deadline
• Step 10: Check allotment result on the portal

Choice Filling: Only After Document Verification and Bond

A critical rule for the Stray Vacancy Round is that choice filling will be enabled ONLY after you have completed document verification and submitted your bond. This means you cannot fill choices until the board has verified your documents and you have signed the bond. If you skip document verification or do not submit the bond by 20 October, you will not be able to fill choices at all, and you will be ineligible for allotment.

Once choice filling opens, you will have a limited window to rank your preferred colleges and courses. The system will allow you to list colleges in order of preference. When allotment happens, the system will allot you the highest-ranked college where a seat is available in your category. Because this is a first-come, first-served round, the order in which you fill choices and the timing of your submission matter — fill your choices as soon as the portal opens to maximize your chances.

• Choice filling is enabled ONLY after document verification and bond submission
• If you do not verify documents and submit bond by 20 October, you cannot fill choices
• Choice filling window is limited — fill choices as soon as the portal opens
• Rank colleges in order of your preference
• Allotment is first-come, first-served based on seat availability
• Submit your choices before the deadline — do not delay

Category-Specific Information

The Stray Vacancy Round includes seats reserved for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, MBC-NCL, PwBD/PwD, and NRI categories, as well as unreserved (General) seats. Your eligibility for a reserved category depends on your category certificate. If you are claiming SC, ST, OBC-NCL, or MBC-NCL status, you must have a valid certificate issued by the competent authority. The certificate must be in the prescribed format and must clearly state your category and sub-group (if applicable).

For OBC-NCL candidates, note that an OBC-NCL certificate is valid for the MBC-NCL (Most Backward Classes – Non-Creamy Layer) category as well, as per government orders. If you are applying under the NRI category, you must have proof of NRI status as defined by the board. PwBD/PwD candidates must have a valid disability certificate issued by a medical board. Ensure your category certificate is current and valid — an expired or incorrectly formatted certificate will result in rejection.

• SC/ST/OBC-NCL/MBC-NCL: Valid category certificate from competent authority required
• OBC-NCL certificate is valid for MBC-NCL category as well
• NRI: Valid NRI status proof required
• PwBD/PwD: Valid disability certificate from medical board required
• General (unreserved): No category certificate needed
• Category certificate must be in prescribed format and clearly state category and sub-group
• Expired or incorrectly formatted certificates will be rejected

Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected

Many candidates lose their seats or are rejected during document verification due to preventable mistakes. The most common error is missing the 20 October deadline for document verification and bond submission. If you do not report by this date, you are automatically ineligible for the Stray Vacancy Round — there is no grace period. Another frequent mistake is bringing incomplete documents. If even one required document is missing, your verification may be delayed or rejected. Always cross-check the official document list before you go for verification.

A third critical mistake is submitting an invalid or expired category certificate. Many candidates bring certificates that are not in the prescribed format, lack the required seal or signature, or have expired. The board will reject these. Similarly, candidates sometimes bring a domicile certificate from the wrong state or one that does not clearly establish Rajasthan domicile — this will also result in rejection. Finally, some candidates do not read the bond carefully and later claim they did not understand the terms. Once you sign the bond, it is binding — read it thoroughly before signing.

• Missing the 20 October deadline for document verification and bond submission — automatic ineligibility
• Incomplete documents — even one missing document can delay or reject verification
• Invalid or expired category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/MBC-NCL)
• Category certificate not in prescribed format or lacking required seal/signature
• Domicile certificate from wrong state or not clearly establishing Rajasthan domicile
• NEET score card or admit card not brought or not matching application
• 10th or 12th certificates missing or not matching application details
• Not reading or understanding the bond before signing
• Bringing only photocopies without originals (originals required for verification)
• Arriving late on the verification day and missing the verification window

Fees and Payment Information

The board has released separate fee schedules for MBBS and BDS courses across different college types (government, RUHS-CMS, ESIC, private, NRI). Fees vary significantly by college type and seat category. Government seats have the lowest fees, while private and NRI seats have substantially higher fees. You must review the fee schedule for the specific college and seat type you are interested in before filling your choices.

Fee payment is typically due after allotment and before joining. The board will specify the exact fee payment deadline and method (online or offline) in the allotment notice. Failure to pay fees by the deadline will result in forfeiture of your seat. Ensure you have the funds available before filling choices for expensive colleges. The fee schedules are available on the portal — download and review them carefully.

• Government MBBS/BDS seats: Lowest fees (check official fee schedule)
• RUHS-CMS and Govt. Society RAJMES seats: Mid-range fees
• ESIC Medical College seats: Specific fee structure
• Private Medical/Dental College seats: Significantly higher fees
• NRI seats: Highest fees (separate fee schedule)
• Fee payment due after allotment and before joining
• Failure to pay fees by deadline results in forfeiture of seat
• Download and review fee schedules before filling choices

What Happens After Allotment?

Once the Stray Vacancy Round allotment is declared, you will be able to view your allotted college and course on the portal. If you are allotted a seat, you must report to the college for joining within the deadline specified by the board. Joining involves submitting original documents, paying fees, and completing admission formalities at the college. The board will release a detailed list of documents required at the time of joining — this is different from the documents required for verification.

If you do not join by the deadline, your seat will be forfeited and offered to the next candidate. If you are not allotted a seat in this round, the Stray Vacancy Round is the final round — there are no further rounds. This is your last opportunity for admission in Rajasthan for 2026-27. If you are allotted but wish to resign, you must follow the board's resignation procedure and may be liable for any penalties specified in your bond.

• Allotment result will be displayed on the portal
• If allotted, report to college for joining within the specified deadline
• Joining requires submitting original documents and paying fees
• Board will release a separate list of documents required at joining
• Failure to join by deadline results in forfeiture of seat
• If not allotted, Stray Vacancy Round is the final round — no further rounds
• If allotted but wish to resign, follow board's resignation procedure
• Resignation may incur penalties as per bond terms

Frequently asked questions

Act immediately: register on the portal if you have not already, download the application form and the list of required documents, and gather all originals and photocopies. Report for document verification by 20 October 2026 with your application form, documents, and signed bond. Once verification is complete and choice filling opens, log in and fill your college choices without delay — seats are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis. This is your final opportunity to secure a MBBS or BDS seat in Rajasthan for 2026-27.