Tripura NEET UG Stray Round 2026: Registration & Seat Allotment Guide

The Tripura Medical Counselling Committee (TRMCC) has announced the schedule for the Stray Vacancy Round of NEET UG 2026 counselling, the final opportunity to secure unfilled MBBS and BDS seats in the state. This round fills seats that remained vacant after the first three counselling rounds and operates under the 85 percent state quota. If you qualified NEET UG 2026 and are a Tripura domicile, this may be your last chance to secure a medical or dental seat in the state through the counselling process. All eligible candidates must register and complete the choice-filling process within the announced windows on the official TRMCC portal.

What is the Tripura Stray Vacancy Round and why does it matter?

The Stray Vacancy Round is Tripura's last counselling phase for NEET UG 2026 admissions. It fills MBBS and BDS seats that were not allocated to any candidate in the first three regular counselling rounds. Once this round concludes, any remaining vacant seats may lapse or be surrendered, meaning they will not be offered again in the same admission cycle.

This round is critical for candidates who either did not receive a seat in earlier rounds or who wish to upgrade their college or course choice. Since it operates under the 85 percent state quota, only Tripura domicile candidates are eligible. For many aspirants, this represents the final window to secure a medical or dental seat in a government or participating private college in Tripura.

Who can apply for Tripura's NEET UG 2026 stray round?

To be eligible for the stray round, you must be a domicile of Tripura and must have appeared in and qualified the NEET UG 2026 examination conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Your NEET score must meet or exceed the cutoff rank announced by TRMCC for the stray round.

Candidates who did not secure a seat in Rounds 1, 2, or 3 can register afresh. However, if you were allotted a seat in an earlier round but did not join (report to) the college, you may face restrictions or may not be eligible to participate again—check the official notification for exact rules on this. The TRMCC portal will display the full eligibility criteria and any restrictions in the official notice.

• Must be a Tripura domicile
• Must have qualified NEET UG 2026
• Must meet the announced cutoff rank
• Candidates who did not join an earlier allotted seat may face restrictions

How to register and fill choices on the TRMCC portal

Registration for the stray round takes place entirely online through the official TRMCC portal at trmcc.admissions.nic.in. The process is straightforward but time-sensitive. You will need your NEET UG 2026 roll number and password to log in. After logging in, you must pay the counselling fee through the online payment gateway before you can proceed to fill your preferences.

Once payment is confirmed, you will be able to view the available MBBS and BDS seats and fill your choices in order of preference. You can list multiple colleges and courses based on your preference and merit rank. It is crucial to lock your choices before the deadline announced by TRMCC—once locked, you cannot change them. After the choice-filling window closes, TRMCC will process the allotments and publish the provisional seat allotment list on the portal.

• Visit trmcc.admissions.nic.in and click on UG Counselling section
• Log in using your NEET UG 2026 roll number and password
• Pay the counselling fee through the online gateway
• View available MBBS and BDS seats in the seat matrix
• Fill and rank your college and course choices in order of preference
• Lock your choices before the announced deadline
• Check the provisional seat allotment result on the portal
• Note the reporting date and report to your allotted college with original documents

Which colleges participate in Tripura's stray round?

The main government medical colleges offering MBBS seats in Tripura are Agartala Government Medical College (AGMC), Tripura Medical College, and Dr BRAM Teaching Hospital. These institutions admit the majority of MBBS students under the state quota. For BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), select private dental colleges also participate in the counselling process under the state quota.

The exact number of vacant seats available in each college and course is listed in the official seat matrix published by TRMCC. Only unfilled seats from Rounds 1, 2, and 3 are included in the stray round. Before filling your choices, review the seat matrix carefully to understand which colleges have vacancies and in which courses.

• Agartala Government Medical College (AGMC) – MBBS
• Tripura Medical College – MBBS
• Dr BRAM Teaching Hospital – MBBS
• Select private colleges – BDS (under state quota)

What documents must you carry when reporting to your allotted college?

Once you receive a seat allotment, you must report to the allotted college within the reporting window announced by TRMCC. Reporting means physically visiting the college with all required original documents to confirm your admission. Photocopies alone are not accepted—you must bring originals. If you fail to report within the deadline, your seat will be cancelled automatically.

The college will verify your documents against your application and the allotment letter. Missing or incorrect documents can lead to rejection and cancellation of your seat, even after allotment. Therefore, gather all documents well in advance and double-check them before your reporting date.

• NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard (original)
• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates (original)
• Tripura state domicile certificate (original)
• Caste or category certificate if applicable (original)
• Aadhaar card and other photo ID proof (original)
• Recent passport-size photographs (as per college requirement)
• Provisional seat allotment letter from TRMCC (original)

Key dates and deadlines you must track

TRMCC announced the stray round schedule on October 18, 2026. The official notification contains the exact dates for registration, choice filling, allotment, and reporting. These dates are non-negotiable—missing any deadline will result in loss of your seat or inability to participate. You must download the official notification PDF from trmcc.admissions.nic.in and note all dates in your calendar.

Do not rely on third-party websites or social media for dates. Only the official TRMCC portal is authoritative. Set reminders for each deadline, especially the choice-filling and reporting windows, as these are the most critical. If you miss the reporting deadline, your allotted seat will be forfeited and cannot be recovered.

• Notification date: October 18, 2026
• Check the official notification PDF for registration start and end dates
• Note the choice-filling window and lock deadline
• Mark the provisional allotment result date
• Record the reporting window and final deadline
• Set calendar reminders for each phase

Common mistakes to avoid during the stray round process

One of the most common mistakes is not reading the official notification carefully. Many candidates miss eligibility conditions, fee amounts, or cutoff ranks because they rely on incomplete information from unofficial sources. Always download and read the full official notification from trmcc.admissions.nic.in before taking any action.

Another frequent error is failing to lock choices before the deadline. If you fill your preferences but forget to lock them, your choices may not be saved, and you will not be considered for allotment. Similarly, some candidates miss the reporting deadline because they assume they have more time or do not track the dates properly. Once a seat is allotted, you have a fixed window to report—missing it results in automatic cancellation.

Finally, do not assume that being allotted a seat means you are admitted. You must physically report to the college with all original documents within the deadline. Admission is confirmed only after the college verifies your documents and issues an admission letter.

• Do not rely on unofficial sources for dates or procedures
• Always lock your choices before the deadline
• Do not miss the reporting window
• Carry only original documents; photocopies are not accepted
• Do not assume allotment equals admission—you must report in person
• Do not delay gathering documents; prepare them in advance

Why you should act immediately if you are eligible

The stray round is the final opportunity to secure a seat in Tripura under the state quota for NEET UG 2026. After this round closes, no further counselling rounds will be held for unfilled seats in the state. If you did not get a seat in earlier rounds and are eligible, this is your last chance. Delaying registration or choice filling could mean missing the window entirely.

Additionally, the number of vacant seats in the stray round is typically limited because most seats are filled in earlier rounds. The sooner you register and fill your choices, the better your chances of securing a seat in your preferred college or course. Do not wait until the last day—technical issues or unexpected delays could prevent you from completing the process on time.

• This is the final state-quota counselling round for NEET UG 2026 in Tripura
• Vacant seats are limited and may fill quickly
• Missing the deadline means losing your chance for this cycle
• Register and fill choices as soon as the portal opens
• Do not wait until the last day to avoid technical issues

Frequently asked questions

If you qualified NEET UG 2026 and are a Tripura domicile, download the official stray round notification from trmcc.admissions.nic.in immediately, note all deadlines, and register as soon as the portal opens. This is your final opportunity to secure a medical or dental seat in Tripura for this admission cycle—do not delay.