The Rajasthan NEET UG Medical & Dental Admission Board has announced that choice filling for the Stray Vacancy Round will only be enabled after candidates have deposited their required documents along with the mandatory bond at the designated centre. This is a critical step in the admission process — without document deposit and bond submission, you cannot fill your choices, even if you are eligible for a seat. The board has released a schedule for this round, and candidates must follow the exact timeline and document requirements to secure their admission.
You must physically deposit all required documents and sign the bond BEFORE you can fill your choices in the Stray Vacancy Round — choice filling will not open until this is done.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is the Stray Vacancy Round?
The Stray Vacancy Round is the final counselling round in Rajasthan's NEET UG 2026 admission process. It is held to fill any remaining vacant seats after the previous three main rounds (Round 1, Round 2, and Round 3) have been completed and candidates have joined their allotted colleges.
In this round, candidates who did not get a seat in earlier rounds, or who wish to upgrade their seat, can participate. The round follows the same merit-based allotment process as earlier rounds, but operates on a compressed timeline. Registrations for the Stray Vacancy Round opened on 16 October 2026, and the board has now clarified that before any candidate can fill their choice of colleges, they must first complete the document deposit and bond signing process.
Why Must You Deposit Documents and Bond Before Filling Choices?
The document deposit and bond signing are verification and commitment steps. When you deposit your documents, the board verifies that you meet all eligibility criteria — your NEET score, your educational qualifications, your category certificate (if applicable), and your domicile status. The bond is a legal undertaking that binds you to the terms of admission, including service obligations for government seats (if applicable).
The board will not open the choice-filling portal until this verification is complete. This ensures that only genuinely eligible candidates can fill choices and that the allotment process is based on verified information. If you skip this step or delay it, you will miss the choice-filling window and will not be considered for allotment in this round.
Important Dates for Stray Vacancy Round
The board released a detailed schedule for the Stray Vacancy Round on 15 October 2026. The key dates are:
Registrations opened on 16 October 2026. Document deposit and bond signing must happen according to the schedule released by the board (refer to the 'Stray Vacancy Round Schedule 15.10.26' document for exact dates and times). Choice filling will open ONLY after the document deposit window closes and verification is complete. Allotment will follow, and joining will take place at the allotted college.
- Registration: 16 October 2026 onwards (live)
- Document deposit & bond signing: As per the Stray Vacancy Round Schedule (check the official PDF for exact dates)
- Choice filling: Opens only after document deposit is complete
- Allotment: After choice filling closes
- Joining: At the allotted college on the notified date
Where and How to Deposit Documents and Sign the Bond
Documents and bond must be deposited at the designated centre notified by the board. Based on earlier rounds, this is typically at SMS Medical College, Jaipur (the nodal agency for Rajasthan NEET UG counselling), or at the allotted college itself if you have already joined a seat in an earlier round and are now upgrading.
You must bring all original documents, a photocopy set, your NEET admit card, and your application form. The bond form will be provided at the centre or is available on the official portal. You will sign the bond in the presence of an official, and your documents will be verified and stamped. Only after this is done will your registration be marked as 'document verified' in the system, and you will be able to log in and fill your choices.
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- Visit the designated document deposit centre (SMS Medical College, Jaipur, or your allotted college)
- Bring all required original documents and photocopies
- Bring your NEET admit card and application form
- Sign the bond form in the presence of an official
- Obtain a receipt and confirmation that your documents have been verified
- Wait for the portal to enable choice filling (you will receive a notification)
Documents Required for Deposit
The board has specified a list of documents that must be deposited. These include your NEET score card, 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates, your degree certificate (if you have completed your graduation), your category certificate (if you belong to SC, ST, OBC-NCL, or MBC-NCL), your domicile certificate, and your identity proof. For NRI candidates, additional documents such as passport, PIO/OCI certificate, and proof of Indian origin are required.
For candidates with disabilities (PwBD/PwD), a disability certificate issued by a competent medical authority is mandatory. For candidates claiming the WDP (Women Domicile Preference) or WPP (Women Preference) category, the relevant certificates and proofs must be submitted. Ensure that all certificates are original and issued by the competent authority — photocopies alone will not be accepted at the deposit stage.
- NEET UG 2026 score card (original)
- 10th standard mark sheet and certificate (original)
- 12th standard mark sheet and certificate (original)
- Degree certificate (if applicable; original)
- Category certificate — SC/ST/OBC-NCL/MBC-NCL (original, if applicable)
- Domicile certificate of Rajasthan (original)
- Identity proof — Aadhaar, PAN, or passport (original)
- Disability certificate (original, if PwBD/PwD)
- WDP/WPP certificate (original, if applicable)
- NRI documents — passport, PIO/OCI, proof of Indian origin (if NRI)
- Passport-size photographs (4–6 copies)
- Undertaking form (Proforma-7, available on the portal)
The Bond: What It Means and Why It Matters
The bond is a legal document that you sign to confirm your commitment to the admission. For candidates joining government MBBS or BDS seats, the bond includes a service obligation — you agree to serve in a government health facility in Rajasthan for a specified period (typically 3 years for MBBS and 2 years for BDS) after completing your course. If you do not fulfill this obligation, you may be liable to pay a penalty or face legal action.
For management and private college seats, the bond typically confirms that you will pay the prescribed fees and will not abandon the seat after joining. The bond is binding and is a condition of your admission. Do not sign the bond unless you are genuinely committed to joining the college and fulfilling the terms. If you have any doubts about the bond terms, clarify them with the board before signing.
- Government MBBS/BDS seats: Bond includes 3-year (MBBS) or 2-year (BDS) service obligation in Rajasthan
- Management/private seats: Bond confirms fee payment and seat commitment
- Bond is legally binding and a condition of admission
- Non-compliance with bond terms may result in penalties or legal action
- Clarify all bond terms before signing
Step-by-Step Process: From Registration to Choice Filling
The process is sequential and you must complete each step in order. First, register on the portal (registration is already live as of 16 October 2026). Second, download your application form and fill it carefully with all your details. Third, collect all required documents and visit the designated deposit centre during the notified window. Fourth, deposit your documents, sign the bond, and obtain a receipt. Fifth, wait for the board to verify your documents and enable choice filling in the portal. Sixth, log in to the portal and fill your choices of colleges and courses. Seventh, submit your choices before the deadline. Finally, wait for the allotment result.
- Step 1: Register on the Rajasthan NEET UG counselling portal (ug.neetrajasthan.com)
- Step 2: Download and fill your application form with correct details
- Step 3: Collect all required original documents and photocopies
- Step 4: Visit the designated document deposit centre during the notified dates/times
- Step 5: Submit documents, sign the bond, and obtain a receipt
- Step 6: Wait for document verification (you will receive a notification when choice filling is enabled)
- Step 7: Log in to the portal and fill your choices of colleges and courses
- Step 8: Submit your choices before the deadline
- Step 9: Wait for the allotment result
Common Mistakes That Get Your Application Rejected
Many candidates lose their seat because they make preventable errors during document deposit. The most common mistake is bringing photocopies instead of originals — the board will not accept photocopies at the deposit stage. Another mistake is bringing an expired or invalid category certificate (e.g., an OBC certificate issued more than 3 years ago, or a caste certificate that does not match your NEET application). A third mistake is missing the document deposit deadline — if you do not deposit documents by the notified date, you will not be able to fill choices, even if you are eligible.
A fourth mistake is signing the bond without reading it or understanding the service obligation. A fifth mistake is bringing incomplete documents — for example, a 10th certificate without the mark sheet, or a domicile certificate without the applicant's name clearly printed. A sixth mistake is not bringing an undertaking form (Proforma-7) or not filling it correctly. A seventh mistake is bringing documents in the wrong name — if your NEET application is in your legal name but your certificates are in a different name, you must bring a name-change affidavit or gazette notification.
- ❌ Bringing photocopies instead of originals — originals are mandatory
- ❌ Using an expired or invalid category certificate
- ❌ Missing the document deposit deadline
- ❌ Signing the bond without understanding the service obligation
- ❌ Bringing incomplete documents (e.g., certificate without mark sheet)
- ❌ Not bringing the undertaking form (Proforma-7) or filling it incorrectly
- ❌ Bringing documents in a different name than your NEET application
- ❌ Bringing documents that do not match your NEET application details
- ❌ Not bringing identity proof or passport-size photographs
- ❌ Arriving at the deposit centre after the notified time window closes
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What Happens After You Deposit Documents?
After you deposit your documents and sign the bond, the board will verify them. This verification typically takes 1–2 days. Once verification is complete, the board will enable choice filling in the portal. You will receive a notification (via email or SMS, or you can check the portal) that your documents have been verified and that choice filling is now open for you.
At that point, you must log in to the portal and fill your choices of colleges and courses. You can rank the colleges in order of preference — the allotment algorithm will try to match you to your highest-ranked available seat based on your merit rank and the seats available. After the choice-filling deadline, the board will run the allotment algorithm and release the allotment result. If you are allotted a seat, you must join the college on the notified date with all required documents.
- Board verifies your documents (1–2 days)
- Portal enables choice filling (you will receive a notification)
- Log in and rank colleges in order of preference
- Submit your choices before the deadline
- Board runs allotment algorithm
- Allotment result is released
- Join the allotted college on the notified date
Who Is Eligible for the Stray Vacancy Round?
Any candidate who has registered for NEET UG 2026 counselling and has a valid NEET score is eligible to participate in the Stray Vacancy Round. This includes candidates who did not get a seat in Rounds 1, 2, or 3, as well as candidates who got a seat but wish to upgrade to a better college or course. Candidates who have already joined a seat in an earlier round can also participate in the Stray Vacancy Round if they wish to upgrade — if they are allotted a better seat, they can resign from their current seat and join the new one.
However, to be eligible for allotment, you must have a valid NEET score, you must meet the eligibility criteria for the course (MBBS or BDS), and you must have deposited your documents and signed the bond. Candidates who do not deposit documents by the deadline will not be considered for allotment, even if they fill choices.
- Must have registered for NEET UG 2026 counselling
- Must have a valid NEET score
- Must meet eligibility criteria for MBBS or BDS
- Must deposit documents and sign bond by the deadline
- Must fill choices before the deadline
- Candidates from earlier rounds can upgrade if they wish
Important Notes on Category Certificates and Domicile
Your category certificate (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, MBC-NCL) must be valid and must match your NEET application. If your NEET application shows you as OBC-NCL but your certificate is for a different category, the board will reject your application. Similarly, your domicile certificate must clearly show that you are a domicile of Rajasthan. If your domicile certificate is from another state, you will not be eligible for Rajasthan domicile seats — you may only be eligible for All-India Quota (AIQ) seats if you have opted for them.
For NRI candidates, the board has specific rules. If you have opted for NRI seats, you must bring your passport, PIO/OCI certificate (if applicable), and proof of Indian origin. The board will verify your NRI status during document verification. If you are not genuinely an NRI or if your documents do not support your NRI claim, your application will be rejected.
- Category certificate must match your NEET application
- Domicile certificate must show Rajasthan domicile
- NRI candidates must bring passport and PIO/OCI certificate
- Proof of Indian origin required for NRI candidates
- Board will verify category and domicile during document verification
- Mismatch between application and certificate will result in rejection
Fees and Payment
The board has released fee schedules for different types of colleges — government MBBS/BDS, RUHS-CMS (government management), RAJMES (government society), private medical colleges, private dental colleges, and ESIC medical colleges. The fees vary significantly depending on the college type and whether you are a domicile or NRI candidate. You must pay the prescribed fees at the time of joining the college, not at the time of document deposit or choice filling.
At the document deposit stage, you do not need to pay any fee. However, you must be prepared to pay the full fees (or the first installment, if fees are payable in installments) at the time of joining. If you cannot afford the fees, you should not fill that college in your choices. The board's fee schedules are available on the portal — review them carefully before filling your choices.
- Fees are paid at the time of joining, not at document deposit
- Fees vary by college type (government, RUHS-CMS, RAJMES, private, ESIC)
- Fees also vary by domicile/NRI status
- Review the fee schedule before filling choices
- Be prepared to pay full fees or first installment at joining
- Fee schedules are available on the official portal
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
Can I fill my choices without depositing documents and signing the bond?
No. The board has explicitly stated that choice filling will be enabled ONLY after you have deposited your documents and signed the bond. If you do not complete the document deposit and bond signing by the deadline, the choice-filling portal will not open for you, and you will not be able to participate in the allotment.
What happens if I miss the document deposit deadline?
If you miss the document deposit deadline, you will not be able to fill choices and will not be considered for allotment in the Stray Vacancy Round. There is typically no extension for document deposit — the deadline is strict. You must plan ahead and deposit your documents well before the deadline to avoid missing it.
Do I need to bring original documents or are photocopies acceptable?
Original documents are mandatory at the document deposit stage. Photocopies alone will not be accepted. You must bring originals of your NEET score card, 10th and 12th certificates, degree certificate (if applicable), category certificate, domicile certificate, and identity proof. You can also bring photocopies for your own records, but the board will verify and stamp the originals.
What is the bond and what does it commit me to?
The bond is a legal document that you sign to confirm your commitment to the admission. For government MBBS seats, it includes a 3-year service obligation in Rajasthan; for government BDS seats, it is 2 years. For management and private seats, the bond confirms fee payment and seat commitment. The bond is binding — if you do not fulfill its terms, you may face penalties or legal action.
Can I upgrade from a seat I joined in an earlier round?
Yes. If you joined a seat in Round 1, 2, or 3 and wish to upgrade to a better college or course, you can participate in the Stray Vacancy Round. If you are allotted a better seat, you can resign from your current seat and join the new one. However, you must still deposit documents and sign the bond for the Stray Vacancy Round.
When will choice filling open after I deposit my documents?
Choice filling will open after the board verifies your documents. Verification typically takes 1–2 days. You will receive a notification (via email, SMS, or the portal) when choice filling is enabled for you. Check the portal regularly or enable notifications to know when you can fill your choices.
What if my category certificate is expired or invalid?
An expired or invalid category certificate will result in rejection of your application. Ensure that your category certificate is current and valid. If your certificate is old, obtain a fresh one from the competent authority before depositing documents. The certificate must also match the category you have claimed in your NEET application.
Do I need to pay fees at the time of document deposit?
No. Fees are paid at the time of joining the college, not at document deposit or choice filling. At the document deposit stage, you only need to bring your documents and sign the bond. However, be prepared to pay the full fees (or the first installment) when you join the college.
What documents do NRI candidates need to bring?
NRI candidates must bring their passport, PIO/OCI certificate (if applicable), proof of Indian origin, along with all other standard documents (NEET score card, 10th and 12th certificates, degree certificate, identity proof, and passport-size photographs). The board will verify your NRI status during document verification.
What if my documents are in a different name than my NEET application?
If your documents are in a different name than your NEET application (e.g., due to marriage or a legal name change), you must bring a name-change affidavit or a gazette notification along with your documents. The board will verify that the name change is legitimate before accepting your application.
Can I fill choices for colleges outside Rajasthan?
The Stray Vacancy Round is for Rajasthan state counselling, so you can only fill choices for colleges in Rajasthan. If you wish to apply for All-India Quota (AIQ) seats, that is a separate process managed by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and is not part of the Rajasthan state counselling.
What is the undertaking form (Proforma-7) and do I need to bring it?
Proforma-7 is an undertaking form that you must fill and sign at the time of document deposit. It confirms that all the information you have provided is correct and that you understand the terms of admission. The form is available on the official portal. You must bring a printed copy and fill it at the deposit centre, or you can fill it in advance and bring it with you.
The Stray Vacancy Round is your final opportunity to secure an MBBS or BDS seat in Rajasthan for 2026. The key to success is timely and complete document deposit followed by careful choice filling. Check the official Stray Vacancy Round Schedule (released on 15 October 2026) for exact dates and times for document deposit at your designated centre. Collect all required original documents now, verify that your category and domicile certificates are valid and match your NEET application, and plan to visit the deposit centre well before the deadline. Once your documents are verified and choice filling opens, fill your choices thoughtfully, ranking colleges in order of preference. Do not delay — missing the document deposit deadline will cost you your seat.
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