The Rajasthan NEET UG Medical & Dental Admission Board has announced that registrations for the Stray Vacancy Round will begin shortly. This is the final counselling round for NEET UG 2026 MBBS and BDS admissions in Rajasthan, designed to fill any remaining vacant seats after the three main allotment rounds. The Stray Vacancy Round gives candidates who were not allotted a seat in earlier rounds, or those who wish to upgrade to a better college or course, one last opportunity to secure admission. A detailed schedule has been released (dated 15 October 2026), and candidates must watch the official portal closely for the exact registration opening date and time.
Rajasthan's Stray Vacancy Round registration for NEET UG 2026 MBBS/BDS will open very soon—monitor ug.neetrajasthan.com daily for the exact date and time.
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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 after the three main allotment rounds (Round 1, Round 2, and Round 3) are complete and candidates have joined their allotted colleges. Any seats that remain vacant after all joining deadlines are filled through this round.
This round is open to all eligible NEET UG 2026 candidates, including those who did not participate in earlier rounds, those who were not allotted a seat, and those who wish to upgrade from their current allotment to a better college or course. It is a single-round process with no further rounds after it, making it the last chance to secure an MBBS or BDS seat in Rajasthan for the 2026-27 academic year.
When Will Registration Open?
The exact date and time for registration opening have not yet been announced in the current notice. The Board has stated that registrations will begin 'shortly' and has advised all candidates to keep watching the official portal ug.neetrajasthan.com for updates.
A detailed schedule document was released on 15 October 2026 (titled 'Stray Vacancy Round Schedule 15.10.26'), which contains the full timeline including registration dates, choice-filling dates, allotment date, and joining deadline. Candidates must download and review this schedule document from the portal immediately to know all key dates.
- Check ug.neetrajasthan.com daily for the registration opening announcement
- Download the 'Stray Vacancy Round Schedule 15.10.26' document for the complete timeline
- Mark all dates in your calendar once announced
Who is Eligible to Apply?
Any candidate who appeared in NEET UG 2026 and meets the basic eligibility criteria for MBBS or BDS admission in Rajasthan can apply for the Stray Vacancy Round. This includes candidates who did not apply in earlier rounds, those who were not allotted a seat, those who did not join their allotted seat, and those who wish to upgrade to a better college or course.
Candidates must have a valid NEET UG 2026 score and must satisfy the eligibility requirements set by the Medical Council of India (now National Medical Commission) and the Dental Council of India for MBBS and BDS respectively. Candidates from all categories—General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, and special categories like PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability), NRI, WDP (Widows/Dependents of Police), and WPP (Widows/Dependents of Paramilitary Personnel)—are eligible.
- Must have appeared in NEET UG 2026
- Must have a valid NEET score
- Must meet the minimum qualifying marks for MBBS or BDS as per NMC/DCI guidelines
- Must satisfy domicile and other eligibility criteria of Rajasthan
- Candidates from all categories (General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD, NRI, WDP, WPP) are eligible
Documents You Will Need
To register and participate in the Stray Vacancy Round, you must have all required documents ready. The Board has released a comprehensive list of documents needed at the time of reporting/joining at the college. Ensure you have originals and photocopies of each document, as incomplete documentation can lead to rejection of your application or inability to join even after allotment.
The documents include your NEET scorecard, 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), category certificate (OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD, NRI, WDP, WPP as applicable), medical fitness certificate, and any other documents specified by the Board. A detailed list titled 'LIST OF DOCUMENTS NEEDED AT TIME OF REPORTING/JOINING AT COLLEGE DESK' is available on the portal and must be reviewed carefully.
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- NEET UG 2026 scorecard (original and photocopy)
- 10th standard mark sheet and certificate
- 12th standard mark sheet and certificate
- Domicile certificate of Rajasthan
- Caste certificate (if applicable—SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS)
- Category certificate for special categories (PwBD, NRI, WDP, WPP) if applicable
- Medical fitness certificate
- Aadhar card or other government-issued ID
- Passport-size photographs
- Application form and undertaking (Proforma-7) as per Board's format
- Any other documents as specified in the Board's detailed list
How to Register and Apply
Registration for the Stray Vacancy Round will be done online through the official portal ug.neetrajasthan.com. Once the registration window opens, you must log in with your NEET roll number and password, fill in your personal and academic details, and submit your application. The exact step-by-step process will be provided in a detailed notification when registration opens.
After registration, you will be required to fill in your choice of colleges and courses (MBBS or BDS) in order of preference. This is called 'choice filling'. The Board will then prepare a merit list based on your NEET score, category, and preferences, and will conduct the allotment. Candidates allotted a seat must report to their college within the specified joining deadline with all required documents.
- Visit ug.neetrajasthan.com when registration opens
- Log in with your NEET roll number and password
- Fill in all personal, academic, and contact details accurately
- Upload required documents as per the portal's instructions
- Submit your application before the deadline
- Fill in your choice of colleges and courses during the choice-filling window
- Download your allotment letter (if allotted) from the portal
- Report to your allotted college with original documents by the joining deadline
Important Dates (From Schedule Document)
The Stray Vacancy Round Schedule document (dated 15 October 2026) contains all key dates. While the exact dates are not listed in the current announcement, the schedule document is available on the portal and must be downloaded immediately. The typical sequence in a stray vacancy round includes registration opening, choice filling, allotment, and joining.
Candidates must adhere strictly to all deadlines. Missing a deadline—whether for registration, choice filling, or joining—will result in loss of opportunity. Set reminders for each date and complete all steps well before the deadline to avoid technical issues or last-minute problems.
- Download 'Stray Vacancy Round Schedule 15.10.26' from ug.neetrajasthan.com for exact dates
- Registration opening date and time (to be announced)
- Choice filling start and end dates (to be announced)
- Allotment date (to be announced)
- Joining deadline at college (to be announced)
- Do not miss any deadline—no extensions are typically granted
Seats Available and Colleges Participating
The Stray Vacancy Round will fill only those seats that remain vacant after all three main rounds and joining deadlines. The number and type of vacant seats depend on how many candidates joined their allotted seats in earlier rounds. A vacant seat matrix showing available seats by college, course (MBBS/BDS), and category will be released before or at the time of registration opening.
All government, government-aided, and private medical and dental colleges in Rajasthan that participated in earlier rounds will participate in the Stray Vacancy Round. Candidates can view the list of colleges and their profiles on the portal. The seat matrix will specify which colleges have vacant seats and in which categories (General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD, NRI, etc.).
- Vacant seats are only those remaining after Rounds 1, 2, and 3 and joining
- A vacant seat matrix will be released before registration opens
- All government, government-aided, and private MBBS and BDS colleges in Rajasthan participate
- Seats are available in various categories: General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD, NRI, WDP, WPP
- Check the seat matrix to see which colleges have vacancies in your category
Fees and Financial Obligations
The fee structure for MBBS and BDS seats varies by college type (government, government-aided, private) and category. The Board has released separate fee documents for government MBBS colleges, government BDS colleges, private MBBS colleges, private BDS colleges, ESIC Medical College, and NRI seats. Candidates must review the applicable fee document based on the college and course they are interested in.
In addition to tuition fees, candidates admitted to government medical and dental colleges must sign a surety bond or service bond as per government orders. These bonds commit the candidate to serve in government health facilities for a specified period after graduation. The exact terms and conditions are detailed in the Board's bond order documents available on the portal. Failure to fulfill bond obligations can result in financial penalties.
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- Government MBBS colleges: fees as per 'MBBS (Govt & Management seats) Fee' document
- Government BDS colleges: fees as per 'BDS (Govt seats) Fee' document
- Private MBBS colleges: fees as per 'MBBS (Private Medical Colleges) Fee' document
- Private BDS colleges: fees as per 'BDS (Private Dental Colleges) Fee' document
- ESIC Medical College: fees as per 'MBBS (ESIC MC) Fee' document
- NRI seats: fees as per 'Fee details of NRI seats' document
- Government college candidates must sign a surety bond or service bond
- Review all fee and bond documents before filling choices
Special Categories: PwBD, NRI, WDP, WPP
Candidates belonging to special categories—Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD), Non-Resident Indians (NRI), Widows/Dependents of Police (WDP), and Widows/Dependents of Paramilitary Personnel (WPP)—have separate merit lists and reserved seats. These candidates must have their eligibility verified by the Board before they can participate in the Stray Vacancy Round.
If you belong to any of these categories, you must ensure that your verification was completed in earlier rounds or that you have submitted all required documents for verification. The Board has released separate lists and verification schedules for each category. Candidates not yet verified should contact the Board immediately to complete verification before the Stray Vacancy Round begins. Without verification, you will not be eligible for category-specific seats.
- PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability): must have disability certificate and medical fitness report
- NRI (Non-Resident Indians): must have NRI eligibility documents and proof of Indian citizenship
- WDP (Widows/Dependents of Police): must have police service certificate and death/disability certificate
- WPP (Widows/Dependents of Paramilitary Personnel): must have paramilitary service certificate and death/disability certificate
- Verification must be completed before Stray Vacancy Round registration
- Contact the Board if your verification is pending
Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected
Many candidates lose their opportunity in the Stray Vacancy Round due to preventable errors. The most common mistake is submitting incomplete or incorrect documents. For example, a caste certificate that does not clearly show the sub-group (for OBC-NCL candidates), a domicile certificate issued before a certain date, or a medical fitness certificate from an unrecognized doctor can all lead to rejection. Always verify that your documents match the Board's requirements exactly.
Another critical error is missing deadlines. Registration, choice filling, and joining all have strict deadlines. If you miss the registration deadline, you cannot participate. If you miss the choice-filling deadline, your choices will not be considered. If you miss the joining deadline, your allotment will be cancelled and your seat given to another candidate. Additionally, providing false information in your application, misrepresenting your category, or submitting forged documents will result in immediate rejection and possible legal action.
- Incomplete or incorrect documents (missing sub-group in caste certificate, wrong date on domicile, etc.)
- Caste certificate not showing the specific sub-group for OBC-NCL candidates
- Domicile certificate issued before the required date
- Medical fitness certificate from an unrecognized or unqualified doctor
- Missing the registration deadline
- Missing the choice-filling deadline
- Missing the joining deadline at college
- Providing false information in the application
- Misrepresenting your category or eligibility
- Submitting forged or tampered documents
- Not uploading documents in the correct format or size as specified
- Providing an incorrect or inactive email address or phone number
What Happens After Allotment?
If you are allotted a seat in the Stray Vacancy Round, you will receive an allotment letter through the portal and via email/SMS. The letter will specify your allotted college, course (MBBS or BDS), category, and the joining deadline. You must download this letter and report to your college on or before the joining deadline with all original documents and the allotment letter.
Upon joining, you will complete the admission formalities, pay the fees, sign the bond (if applicable), and receive your admission confirmation. Once you join, your seat is confirmed and you are officially admitted to the college for the 2026-27 academic year. If you do not join by the deadline, your seat will be cancelled and offered to the next candidate on the merit list.
- Download your allotment letter from the portal
- Check your email and SMS for allotment notification
- Note the joining deadline carefully
- Gather all original documents and photocopies
- Report to your allotted college by the deadline
- Complete admission formalities and pay fees
- Sign the bond (if applicable)
- Receive your admission confirmation
- Failure to join by deadline will result in cancellation of your seat
Where to Get Help and More Information
All official information about the Stray Vacancy Round is available on the Rajasthan NEET UG Counselling portal: ug.neetrajasthan.com. This is the only official source. Do not rely on unofficial websites, social media, or rumors. The portal contains all notices, schedules, merit lists, allotment results, and important documents.
If you have questions or face technical issues, contact the Board's helpline or visit the office at SMS Medical College, Jaipur (the office of the Chairman, NEET UG Medical & Dental Admission/Counselling Board, Department of Medical Education, Government of Rajasthan). Keep checking the portal daily for updates, as the Board may release new notices or change dates at short notice.
- Official portal: ug.neetrajasthan.com
- Office: SMS Medical College, Jaipur (Dept. of Medical Education, Govt. of Rajasthan)
- Check the portal daily for updates and announcements
- Download all schedule and document requirement documents from the portal
- Do not trust unofficial sources or social media for official information
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
When will the Stray Vacancy Round registration open?
The exact date and time have not been announced yet. The Board has stated that registrations will begin 'shortly'. You must check ug.neetrajasthan.com daily for the opening announcement. A detailed schedule document titled 'Stray Vacancy Round Schedule 15.10.26' has been released and contains all key dates—download it immediately from the portal.
Who can apply for the Stray Vacancy Round?
Any candidate who appeared in NEET UG 2026 and has a valid NEET score can apply. This includes candidates who did not apply in earlier rounds, those who were not allotted a seat, those who did not join their allotted seat, and those who wish to upgrade to a better college or course. Candidates from all categories (General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD, NRI, WDP, WPP) are eligible.
What documents do I need to have ready?
You will need your NEET scorecard, 10th and 12th certificates, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), category certificate (for PwBD, NRI, WDP, WPP if applicable), medical fitness certificate, Aadhar card, passport-size photographs, and the application form and undertaking as per the Board's format. A complete list is available in the 'LIST OF DOCUMENTS NEEDED AT TIME OF REPORTING/JOINING AT COLLEGE DESK' document on the portal. Have both originals and photocopies ready.
How do I register for the Stray Vacancy Round?
Registration will be done online through ug.neetrajasthan.com. When the registration window opens, log in with your NEET roll number and password, fill in your details, upload required documents, and submit your application before the deadline. After registration, you will fill in your choice of colleges and courses during the choice-filling window. The exact step-by-step process will be provided in a detailed notification when registration opens.
What is the fee for MBBS and BDS seats?
Fees vary by college type and category. The Board has released separate fee documents for government MBBS colleges, government BDS colleges, private MBBS colleges, private BDS colleges, ESIC Medical College, and NRI seats. Download the applicable fee document from the portal based on the college and course you are interested in. Additionally, candidates admitted to government colleges must sign a surety bond or service bond.
What happens if I miss the registration or joining deadline?
Missing any deadline will result in loss of opportunity. If you miss the registration deadline, you cannot participate in the Stray Vacancy Round. If you miss the choice-filling deadline, your choices will not be considered. If you miss the joining deadline, your allotment will be cancelled and your seat given to another candidate. There are typically no extensions, so mark all dates carefully and complete all steps well before deadlines.
I belong to the PwBD/NRI/WDP/WPP category. What do I need to do?
If you belong to any special category, you must ensure your eligibility has been verified by the Board. If your verification was completed in earlier rounds, you are ready to apply. If not, contact the Board immediately to complete verification before the Stray Vacancy Round begins. Without verification, you will not be eligible for category-specific seats. The Board has released separate verification schedules and document lists for each category.
What documents will get my application rejected?
Common reasons for rejection include: incomplete or incorrect documents (e.g., caste certificate without sub-group for OBC-NCL, domicile certificate issued before the required date, medical fitness certificate from an unrecognized doctor), missing the registration or joining deadline, providing false information, misrepresenting your category, and submitting forged documents. Always verify that your documents match the Board's exact requirements before submitting.
How many seats are available in the Stray Vacancy Round?
The number of vacant seats depends on how many candidates joined their allotted seats in Rounds 1, 2, and 3. A vacant seat matrix showing available seats by college, course, and category will be released before or at the time of registration opening. Check this matrix to see which colleges have vacancies in your category.
What do I do after I am allotted a seat?
Download your allotment letter from the portal and note the joining deadline. Gather all original documents and photocopies, and report to your allotted college by the deadline. Complete admission formalities, pay fees, sign the bond (if applicable), and receive your admission confirmation. If you do not join by the deadline, your seat will be cancelled.
Is the Stray Vacancy Round the last chance to get a seat?
Yes, the Stray Vacancy Round is the final counselling round for NEET UG 2026 MBBS and BDS admissions in Rajasthan. After this round, no further counselling rounds are conducted. If you do not secure a seat in this round, you will not be able to get an MBBS or BDS seat in Rajasthan for the 2026-27 academic year through the state counselling process.
Where can I get official information and help?
All official information is available on ug.neetrajasthan.com. This is the only official source—do not rely on unofficial websites or social media. For help, contact the office at SMS Medical College, Jaipur (Dept. of Medical Education, Govt. of Rajasthan). Check the portal daily for updates, as the Board may release new notices or change dates at short notice.
The Stray Vacancy Round is your final opportunity to secure an MBBS or BDS seat in Rajasthan for 2026-27. Start preparing now: download the schedule document from ug.neetrajasthan.com, gather all required documents, and verify that your documents meet the Board's exact requirements. Watch the portal closely for the registration opening announcement—do not miss it. Once registration opens, complete all steps (registration, choice filling, joining) well before each deadline to avoid losing your opportunity.
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