NEET UG 2026 stray vacancy seat matrix is released by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), with 4,068 vacant seats available for the final counselling round. The vacant seats cover MBBS, BDS, and BSc Nursing programmes across participating institutions.
The official seat matrix is a 64-page document titled “Clear Vacancy Stray Vacancy Round (MBBS BDS B.Sc Nursing) – UG Counselling 2026.” It provides institute-wise details of available seats along with courses, states, quotas, and reservation categories. Candidates can use the matrix to identify available options before completing their NEET UG 2026 choice filling.
MCC starts stray vacancy round registration on October 13, 2026. Eligible candidates can complete registration and choice filling until October 16, 2026. Candidates who already hold or have joined a seat through earlier counselling rounds may not be eligible for the stray vacancy round under the applicable MCC rules.
The NEET UG 2026 stray vacancy seat allotment result is scheduled for October 19, 2026. Candidates should check the seat matrix carefully before arranging their preferred colleges and courses because allotment depends on eligibility, rank, submitted choices, and seat availability.
Key highlights:
- MCC releases 4,068 vacant seats for the NEET UG 2026 stray vacancy round.
- Vacancies are available across MBBS, BDS, and BSc Nursing programmes.
- Stray round registration runs from October 13, 2026 to October 16, 2026.
- Candidates can complete choice filling until October 16, 2026.
- NEET UG 2026 stray vacancy seat allotment result is scheduled for October 19, 2026.
Candidates should visit the MCC website to download the official NEET UG 2026 stray vacancy seat matrix and check counselling instructions. Refer to the official portal for the latest schedule, eligibility rules, seat allotment information, and authoritative notices.