CENTAC NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Round Registration Begins for MBBS and BDS; Check Fees, Eligibility and Details

Published 4 Nov 202612 min read

CENTAC NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Round Registration Begins for MBBS and BDS; Check Fees, Eligibility and Details

The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), Puducherry, has opened the registration process for the NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Round Counselling for MBBS and BDS admissions.

The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), Puducherry, has opened the registration process for the NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Round Counselling for MBBS and BDS admissions. Eligible candidates can apply through the official CENTAC website at centacpuducherry.in . According to the notification issued on November 3, 2026, the Special Stray Round aims to fill vacant seats under Government Quota and Management Quota in medical and dental colleges across Puducherry. CENTAC has also invited fresh applications from candidates seeking admission to MBBS and BDS Management Quota seats. Applicants must complete the online registration, pay the applicable fee and submit their course preferences through the official admission portal. Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility conditions, category-wise registration fees and document requirements before applying. CENTAC has also activated a dedicated helpdesk to assist applicants with registration-related queries.

CENTAC NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Round: Key Highlights

Here are the important details of the latest CENTAC counselling notification.

Particulars	Details
Conducting Authority	Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC)
Location	Puducherry
Admission Process	NEET UG Counselling 2026
Current Round	Special Stray Round
Courses Offered	MBBS and BDS
Seat Categories	Government Quota and Management Quota
Notice Date	November 3, 2026
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	centacpuducherry.in
Helpdesk Number	0413 2655570 / 0413 2655571
Helpdesk Timing	10 AM to 5 PM on working days

What Is the CENTAC NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Round?

CENTAC conducts the NEET UG counselling process for admission to undergraduate medical and dental courses in Puducherry.

The regular counselling process generally includes four main stages:

Round 1 Counselling.
Round 2 Counselling.
Round 3 Counselling.
Stray Vacancy Round.

The Special Stray Round is conducted when MBBS or BDS seats remain vacant after the earlier counselling rounds. Through this additional round, CENTAC aims to fill the remaining vacant seats under Government Quota and Management Quota. Candidates must submit their fresh course preferences for the Special Stray Round according to the available vacancies and applicable counselling rules.

CENTAC 2026 Special Stray Round Registration Fee

Candidates participating in the CENTAC Special Stray Round must pay the applicable registration fee according to their category.

The fee structure for MBBS and BDS admissions is provided below.

Candidate Category	Registration Fee
General and Open Category	₹1,00,000
Reserved Category (EBC, SC, ST, GSS)	₹25,000

The registration fee will be adjusted against the tuition fee when a candidate joins an allotted seat, as per the applicable rules. Candidates who have already paid the registration fee during an earlier counselling round may need to pay the applicable balance amount. Only candidates who fulfil the prescribed payment requirements will be considered for seat allotment.

Available Payment Methods:

Net banking.
Debit card.
Credit card.
UPI.

Candidates should verify their payment status after completing the transaction and retain the receipt for future reference.

Who Can Apply for CENTAC NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Round?

The Special Stray Round is open to candidates who have qualified for NEET UG 2026 and satisfy the eligibility requirements prescribed by CENTAC.

The following categories of candidates may participate, subject to the official counselling rules:

Candidates who did not secure a seat during previous counselling rounds.
Fresh applicants seeking MBBS Management Quota admission.
Fresh applicants seeking BDS Management Quota admission.
Eligible reserved category candidates belonging to EBC, SC, ST and GSS categories.
Puducherry nativity candidates seeking admission under Government Quota.
Other eligible NEET UG 2026 candidates fulfilling the applicable admission conditions.
Candidates should carefully check the official notification to determine whether their previous counselling status permits participation in the Special Stray Round.

Documents Required for CENTAC 2026 Registration

Candidates must keep scanned copies of the required documents ready before starting the online registration process.

The important documents include:

NEET UG 2026 admit card.
NEET UG 2026 scorecard.
Class 10 marksheet and passing certificate.
Class 12 marksheet and passing certificate.
Transfer certificate from the last institution attended.
Puducherry nativity certificate, wherever applicable.
Community certificate for reserved category applicants.
Recent passport-size photograph.
Scanned signature.
Aadhaar card or another government-issued identity proof.
Candidates should ensure that all scanned documents meet the file size and format requirements specified on the CENTAC portal.

Incorrect or unclear document uploads may create difficulties during application verification.

How to Register for CENTAC NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Round?

Eligible candidates can complete the registration process online through the official CENTAC admission portal.

Follow these steps to apply:

Visit the official CENTAC website at centacpuducherry.in .
Find the NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Round registration link.
Log in using your existing CENTAC credentials or complete fresh registration, as applicable.
Enter the required personal, academic and NEET UG 2026 details.
Verify all the information entered in the application form.
Upload scanned copies of the required documents.
Pay the applicable registration fee through the online payment gateway.
Select your preferred course and college options.
Submit the completed application form.
Download and save the application confirmation and payment receipt.

Candidates should regularly check the portal for further instructions regarding choice filling, locking and seat allotment.

CENTAC Puducherry Special Stray Round Helpdesk Details

CENTAC has provided a dedicated helpdesk to assist candidates with registration and counselling-related queries. Candidates facing difficulties during the application process can contact the helpdesk using the following numbers.

Helpdesk Details	Information
Contact Number 1	0413 2655570
Contact Number 2	0413 2655571
Working Hours	10 AM to 5 PM
Working Days	Working days

Candidates are advised to contact the helpdesk during official working hours for assistance regarding registration, fee payment and document uploading.

Important Instructions for Candidates

Before submitting the CENTAC Special Stray Round application, candidates should remember the following points:

Read the complete official notification issued on November 3, 2026.
Verify eligibility for MBBS and BDS admission.
Check whether Government Quota or Management Quota applies to the preferred seat.
Pay the correct registration fee according to the applicable category.
Candidates who paid earlier should verify the balance fee requirements.
Upload all documents in the prescribed format.
Submit fresh course preferences as instructed.
Save the application confirmation and payment receipt.
Regularly monitor the official portal for counselling updates.

What Should Candidates Do Next?

Candidates seeking MBBS or BDS admission through the CENTAC NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Round should visit the official portal and carefully read the latest notification.
Applicants should first confirm their eligibility, identify the applicable quota and arrange the required registration fee.
They should then complete the online application and submit their course preferences according to the available seat matrix.
Since the exact registration and choice-filling deadlines must be followed strictly, candidates should check the latest schedule published on the CENTAC website rather than relying on unofficial announcements.

Conclusion

CENTAC Puducherry has opened the NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Round registration process to fill vacant MBBS and BDS seats under Government Quota and Management Quota. The notification, issued on November 3, 2026, also invites fresh applications for Management Quota seats. Candidates must complete the online application, upload the required documents and pay the applicable registration fee to participate. Eligible applicants should take advantage of this additional counselling opportunity and regularly check the official CENTAC portal for updates regarding registration deadlines, choice preferences and seat allotment.

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