Kerala NEET UG 2026 Stray Vacancy: Option Registration Closes 20 October at 6 PM
Published 19 Oct 20262 min read8 Views
The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, will close online option registration for the NEET UG 2026 stray vacancy allotment on 20 October 2026 at 6 PM. Eligible candidates can submit fresh college and course options for MBBS and BDS seats at cee.kerala.gov.in. The provisional allotment result is due on 21 October. CEE released the stray notification on 17 October.
Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to register options | 20 Oct 2026, 6 PM |
| Provisional allotment result | 21 Oct 2026 |
| Final allotment result | 22 Oct 2026 |
| Joining at allotted colleges | 23 Oct to 26 Oct 2026, until 4 PM |
How to Fill Options
- Visit cee.kerala.gov.in.
- Open the KEAM 2026 section and access the candidate portal.
- Click the Stray Vacancy Option Registration link on the homepage.
- Log in with candidate credentials.
- Select preferred MBBS and BDS colleges and courses.
- Pay the registration fee, if required, and submit.
- Review and save.
Who Can Register
Candidates included in the Kerala State Medical Rank List published by CEE Kerala can register fresh options, subject to eligibility conditions.
Not eligible:
- Candidates who remain admitted through previous state allotments
- Candidates who received a seat in the third phase
- Candidates covered by the exclusions linked to All India Quota counselling
Check the notice for the exact wording of these conditions [VERIFY].
What Happens Next
The allotment is based on the options candidates register, so the order of preference matters. The provisional result comes on 21 October and the final result on 22 October. Allotted candidates must join their colleges between 23 and 26 October, until 4 PM.
Official Link
- CEE Kerala: https://cee.kerala.gov.in