CENTAC’s stray-round fresh application window for BDS & BAMS closed on 15 Nov

The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC) for Puducherry NEET UG 2025 counselling is set to release the Stray Vacancy Round allotment results for BDS (Dental) and BAMS (Ayurveda) courses. The application window for this final round closed on November 15, 2025. Candidates who applied for the limited vacant seats must stay vigilant for the final allotment list, which will be published exclusively on the official CENTAC website, centacpuducherry.in. This is the absolute last opportunity for admission to the 2025-26 academic session, and immediate reporting to the allotted college is mandatory upon result announcement.

The Centralised Admission Committee (CENTAC), responsible for undergraduate admissions based on NEET UG 2025 scores in the Union Territory of Puducherry, has concluded the application process for the Stray Vacancy Round for BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) and BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) courses. This final counselling round, which saw applications close on November 15, 2025, is designed to fill any residual, unfilled seats across Government and private self-financing colleges in Puducherry.

​Aspirants who participated in this high-stakes final round are now eagerly awaiting the allotment results. Given the compressed timelines mandated by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) for the closure of admissions, CENTAC is expected to publish the results with immediate effect. Candidates must recognize that the delay between result publication and the last date for joining will be minimal, likely less than 48 hours.

• ​Application Closure: The deadline for fresh applications and submission of course preferences for the BDS/BAMS Stray Vacancy Round was November 15, 2025.
• ​Results Publication: The allotment result will be published shortly on the official CENTAC portal, centacpuducherry.in.
• ​Last Chance: The Stray Vacancy Round is the final round of counselling. Seats not filled after this round will likely remain vacant for the academic session 2025-26.
• ​High Scrutiny: Candidates must frequently check the official portal and their login dashboard for the final allotment list and the immediate subsequent reporting schedule.

​ Checking the Allotment: Step-by-Step Guide for Candidates

​The procedure for checking the final allotment status and subsequent reporting is crucial and must be followed accurately to secure the seat. The CENTAC results will be published in the form of a Provisional Allotment List, often followed by a more comprehensive final list. Candidates are advised to use their registered login credentials to download their individual allotment letter, which contains specific details about the allotted course, college, and the fee structure.

• ​Official Portal: Candidates must exclusively visit the official CENTAC website, centacpuducherry.in. Navigate to the 'UG-NEET' section.
• ​Login Credentials: Use your registered Application Number and Password to log in to the candidate dashboard.
• ​Allotment Status: A direct link or notification for the "BDS & BAMS Stray Round Allotment Result 2025" will be displayed. Click on the link to view the merit list and check your individual allotment status.
• ​Download Allotment Letter: If a seat is allotted, immediately download and print the Provisional Allotment Letter. This letter is mandatory for the physical reporting process at the college.
• ​Fee Payment: Be prepared for the prompt payment of the full tuition fee or the specified admission fee, as stipulated in the official notification or the allotment letter. Non-payment within the deadline will lead to the forfeiture of the seat.

​ Critical Next Steps: Reporting and Admission Formalities

​The time between the allotment announcement and the final admission cut-off is extremely short in a Stray Vacancy Round. Candidates must be fully prepared with all necessary documents and funds to complete the physical reporting process as soon as they receive their allotment letter. Failure to report by the strict deadline will be interpreted as a rejection of the allotted seat.

• ​Physical Reporting Mandatory: Candidates who are allotted a seat must physically report to the Principal of the allotted Dental (BDS) or Ayurveda (BAMS) College.
• ​Document Checklist: Carry all original certificates along with one set of self-attested photocopies. This essential list includes: NEET UG 2025 Scorecard, NEET UG 2025 Admit Card, Class 10th and 12th Mark Sheets and Pass Certificates, Residence/Nativity Certificate (for Puducherry Quota), Transfer Certificate (TC), Category/Caste Certificate (if applicable), and the CENTAC Allotment Letter.
• ​Last Date for Joining: The final joining date will be communicated by CENTAC along with the allotment result. Candidates must ensure they complete the admission process, including fee submission and document verification, on or before this date. This deadline is rigidly enforced by the regulatory bodies, and no extensions are usually granted.
• ​End of Counselling: Once this Stray Vacancy Round concludes and the admitted list is finalised, the CENTAC NEET UG 2025 counselling process for the academic year will be officially closed.

​Conclusion: Vigilance is Key to Securing a Seat

​The final phase of the CENTAC NEET UG 2025 counselling for BDS and BAMS courses has entered its most critical stage. With the application window now closed, the release of the Stray Vacancy Round allotment results is imminent, marking the final opportunity for aspirants to secure their desired seats. Candidates are strongly advised to keep their original documents ready, be financially prepared, and monitor the official CENTAC website constantly. Immediate action upon the release of the allotment list is the only guarantee against missing the final admission deadline.

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