As of February 18, 2026, the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) is conducting the final verification of documents for candidates seeking Indian to NRI category conversion. This scrutiny is essential for aspirants aiming to secure MD and MS seats under the Non-Resident Indian quota during the ongoing NEET PG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round. The verification process involves a detailed review of embassy certificates, sponsorship affidavits, and family tree relationship proofs as per Supreme Court mandates. Eligible candidates will be included in the final merit list, allowing them to participate in the upcoming choice-filling phase for the 2025-26 academic session.

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has initiated the intensive verification process for candidates who applied for nationality conversion from Indian to NRI for the NEET PG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round. Today, February 18, 2026, marking the final day of the registration window, the committee’s specialized cell is working to validate the conversion documents submitted via email by thousands of medical aspirants. This scrutiny is essential to maintain the integrity of the admission cycle, as seats under the Non-Resident Indian quota often remain a high-stakes alternative for those who did not secure merit positions in the earlier rounds. The process is being conducted with a high level of precision to ensure that only eligible candidates are transitioned to the new category.

1. Mandatory Documentation and Scrutiny Criteria

The conversion process is strictly governed by the directions of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India in the "CODEUNIK" case. Every submission is being checked against a rigorous checklist to ensure that only genuine sponsored candidates are permitted to proceed. This high-level scrutiny is performed by a dedicated team to filter out any discrepancies in the applicant's profile.

• Affidavit Requirements: A notarized affidavit from the NRI sponsorer is mandatory, clearly stating their commitment to funding the entire course fee and living expenses of the candidate.
• Embassy Certification: The MCC NRI Guidelines mandate an embassy certificate issued by the relevant Indian Consulate or Mission abroad, proving the current status of the sponsor.
• Relationship Verification: Candidates must provide a relationship certificate issued by the competent Revenue Authority through a "Family Tree" to establish a direct blood link with the NRI relative.
• Passport and Visa Proof: A valid copy of the sponsor's passport and residence permit (Visa/OCI/PIO card) must be included in the submission to verify overseas residency with absolute precision.

2. Strategic Timeline for Final Allotment

As the verification of these documents concludes today, the MCC is preparing to release the provisional list of eligible NRI candidates. This list will dictate who is authorized to fill choices specifically for the NRI-reserved seats in the upcoming days. The committee emphasizes that the scrutiny of these files must be completed before the portal transitions to the seat processing phase.

• Finality of Status: Once a candidate’s category is converted, they will be treated as an NRI for the remainder of the session and will forfeit any previous claims to minority or state quotas.
• Electronic Scrutiny: The MCC utilizes an electronic portal to cross-reference NEET PG Scores with the provided documents to prevent any data discrepancies and maintain precision.
• Ineligible Submissions: Mails sent after the 4:00 PM deadline on February 16 have been summarily rejected, as the committee adheres to a zero-tolerance policy on timing for every submission.
• Verification Logic: If the provided embassy certificate is found to be fraudulent during the scrutiny stage, legal action will be initiated, and the candidate’s result will be permanently nullified.

3. Impact on the Stray Vacancy Seat Matrix

The result of this verification exercise significantly impacts the final seat matrix for the stray round. Any candidate whose documents are cleared today will see an updated interface on the Candidate Activity Board tomorrow, allowing access to high-fee clinical seats in Deemed Universities. The precision of this data integration is vital for the automated allotment system.

• Seat Utilization: The conversion process ensures that seats reserved for NRIs do not go unutilized if there are qualified applicants ready to meet the financial and legal requirements.
• Fee Structure Disclosure: Approved candidates are advised to consult the Institutional Fee Matrix before locking choices, as NRI fees in clinical branches often involve significant financial commitment.
• Priority Levels: The MCC follows a two-tier priority system—Priority 1 for children of NRIs and Priority 2 for other relatives—which is strictly checked during the final scrutiny.
• Closing the 2025-26 Session: This document review is the final gatekeeper before the software-driven allotment on February 21, which will officially bring the current year's medical admissions to a close.

4. Conclusion

The ongoing verification by the MCC on February 18, 2026, serves as a critical buffer against the misuse of the NRI quota. By meticulously examining every submission, the committee ensures that the merit of the NEET PG exam is balanced with legal provisions for sponsored candidates. The precision of the verification team ensures that no undeserving candidate bypasses the merit system. As the clock ticks toward the final result processing on February 20, aspirants are encouraged to monitor the official portal for the "Eligible NRI Candidates" PDF. This exhaustive scrutiny remains the cornerstone of the MCC's mandate to deliver a fair and regulated admission environment for India’s future medical specialists. The final list of documents will be used to finalize the 2025-26 residency placements.

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