Last Call for MBBS/BDS Aspirants: MCC NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round Registration Commences
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has activated the registration and choice filling window for the NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round, providing a final opportunity for medical and dental aspirants to secure a seat in the current academic session. This round is crucial for filling seats that remained vacant after the previous All India Quota (AIQ) counselling rounds, including the Mop-Up Round.
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has activated the registration and choice filling window for the NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round, providing a final opportunity for medical and dental aspirants to secure a seat in the current academic session. This round is crucial for filling seats that remained vacant after the previous All India Quota (AIQ) counselling rounds, including the Mop-Up Round. Candidates aspiring for admission to MBBS and BDS courses in various central universities, deemed universities, AIIMS, JIPMER, and other participating institutes under the 15% AIQ seats must act quickly.
Key Dates and Important Process Details
The Stray Vacancy Round is the terminal phase of the counselling process. The official notification on mcc.nic.in confirms the revised schedule, which is vital for all participating candidates:
| Activity | Important Dates (2025) |
|---|---|
| Registration / Payment | November 4 to November 9 (Payment facility open until 3:00 PM on Nov 9) |
| Choice Filling / Locking | November 5 to November 9 (Locking available from 4:00 PM to 11:55 PM on Nov 9) |
| Processing of Seat Allotment | November 10 to November 11 |
| Seat Allotment Result | November 12 |
| Reporting to Allotted Colleges | November 13 to November 20 |
Candidates are strongly advised to check the official MCC portal daily for any last-minute changes to the schedule.
Eligibility and How to Apply
This round's eligibility is critical. Aspirants must note the following:
- Fresh Registration: Candidates who were not registered in any previous MCC counselling rounds or were registered but did not receive any seat allotment in Rounds 1, 2, or Mop-Up Round are eligible to register afresh and participate.
- Previous Allotment Status: Candidates who were allotted a seat in earlier rounds and joined the college are not eligible to participate in the Stray Vacancy Round. Similarly, candidates who were allotted a seat in the Mop-Up Round but did not report to the college may also be eligible, but they must check the specific forfeiture and eligibility rules on the MCC website.
The application process requires candidates to visit the official website, mcc.nic.in, and click on the "NEET UG Counselling 2025 Stray Vacancy Round" link. The process involves:
- Registration: New users must complete the registration form and pay the required non-refundable and refundable fees by the deadline.
- Choice Filling: This is perhaps the most crucial step. Candidates must carefully select and prioritize their desired colleges and courses (MBBS/BDS) from the available seat matrix published by the MCC. Aspirants must remember that their NEET UG 2025 rank and the choices filled will determine the final allotment.
- Choice Locking: On November 9, 2025, from 4:00 PM onwards, candidates must lock their choices before the final submission deadline at 11:55 PM. Failure to lock choices may lead to them not being considered for allotment.
The seat allotment result will be declared on November 12, 2025, after which successful candidates must report to their respective colleges between November 13 and November 20, 2025, for document verification and admission finalisation.
For regular updates follow Only Education News and meticulously adhere to the deadlines set by the MCC to avoid missing this last chance for admission into the medical stream.
