NEET MDS Counselling 2026 Stray Round Registration Begins at mcc.nic.in — Key Dates, Process, Direct Link

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has started the stray vacancy round registration and choice-filling process for NEET MDS Counselling 2026. Eligible candidates can register online at mcc.nic.in until November 14, 2026 (3 PM). The stray round is the final counselling opportunity for MDS aspirants to secure seats in dental colleges across India for the 2026 academic session.

MCC has also released the seat matrix for the stray round. Candidates can fill and lock their choices until November 16, 2026. The seat allotment result will be declared on November 19, 2026, and candidates with allotted seats must report to their respective colleges between November 20 and November 28, 2026.

NEET MDS Counselling 2026 Stray Round: Complete Schedule

MCC has released the revised schedule for the NEET MDS stray vacancy round. Candidates should note the following important dates:

How to Register for NEET MDS Counselling 2026 Stray Round

Candidates must complete the registration, fee payment, and choice-filling process to participate in the stray round. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official MCC website — mcc.nic.in.
2. On the homepage, select the MDS Counselling section.
3. Click on the Stray Vacancy Round Registration link.
4. Enter the required personal and academic details.
5. Fill in the registration form with accurate information.
6. Pay the counselling registration fee online.
7. Submit the registration form.
8. Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

Direct Link: Candidates can access the NEET MDS Stray Round Registration 2026 through the MCC portal.

How to Complete Choice Filling for NEET MDS Stray Round 2026

After registration, candidates must fill in their preferred colleges and MDS specialities. Here is the step-by-step process:

1. Log in to the MDS counselling portal using your credentials.
2. Click on the Choice Filling option for the stray vacancy round.
3. Review the list of available colleges and MDS specialities.
4. Select your preferred colleges and courses.
5. Arrange the choices in order of preference.
6. Review all selected options carefully.
7. Lock your choices — this is mandatory.
8. Download the locked choice slip for future reference.

Important: Choice locking is available only on November 16, 2026, from 4 PM to 11:55 PM. Candidates who fail to lock their choices within this window will not be considered for seat allotment.

NEET MDS 2026 Stray Round Seat Allotment and Reporting

Seat allotment processing: November 17–18, 2026

Seat allotment result: November 19, 2026

Reporting to allotted institutes: November 20–28, 2026

Candidates who receive a seat allotment must report to their allotted college within the specified dates. Failure to report may result in forfeiture of the seat.

Who is Eligible for NEET MDS Stray Round 2026?

Generally, candidates who have qualified for NEET MDS 2026 and are not holding any seat from previous counselling rounds may be eligible for the stray round. Candidates should verify their eligibility on the MCC portal before registering.

Documents Required for Reporting 

Typically, candidates need to carry:

• NEET MDS 2026 admit card and scorecard
• Registration confirmation page
• Choice-locked slip
• Allotment letter
• Academic certificates (BDS degree, marksheets)
• Internship completion certificate
• ID proof
• Passport-size photographs

Official Website and Direct Links

Official MCC Website: mcc.nic.in

NEET MDS Counselling 2026 Stray Round Registration: Available on the MCC portal under the MDS Counselling section

Seat Matrix: Released on the MCC website