Eligibility for Vacant Seats in Karnataka Medical Counselling 2025

If you are a medical aspirant aiming for MBBS or BDS in Karnataka but unfortunately missed out on the main rounds, don’t lose hope as there might still be some Karnataka Vacant Seats. But, students need to understand the eligibility for Karnataka Vacant Seats. The Karnataka Examination Authority conducts a mop-up and a stray vacancy NEET counseling round after the main counseling rounds to fill the vacant seats.

This comprehensive guide reflects on who can apply for those seats, and how you can boost your chances of getting those seats.

All About Karnataka Vacant Seats

The Karnataka Vacant Seats refers to the available MBBS and BDS seats in the government, private, or deemed colleges in Karnataka that remain unfilled even after the main counseling rounds (including the mop-up round) during the Karnataka NEET Counseling. The available seats are offered to the students who meet the special eligibility criteria for the last round i.e. the stray vacancy round. We will be exploring more about the eligibility for vacant seats in Karnataka Medical Counselling 2025.

Karnataka Vacant Seats: Eligibility Criteria

The Karnataka Examination Authority sets and enforces the eligibility for Karnataka vacant seats. Eligibility criteria details are mentioned in the table below.

Read More: Karnataka Counselling Vacant Seats List

Eligibility Checklist for Karnataka Vacant Seats

The eligibility checklist for Karnataka vacant seats including state quota seats, private colleges seats, and seats from NRI/Management quota might be different. Go through the eligibility checklist required for the Karnataka vacant seats provided in the table below.

Key Points to Remember

• Compulsory Registration - The students who are registered with KEA and have verified their documents are eligible to participate in the stray vacancy round.
• No Previous Allotment - Students already having a seat in any previous round (including the mop-up round) will not be allowed to participate in the stray vacancy round until they withdraw their allotted seat.
•  Domicile Rule - The State Quota seats will be allotted to the Karnataka students as it requires Karnataka Domicile. Non-domicile and foreign students can register for the NRI and management quota seats.
• Document Verification - Students must produce their original required documents at the time of college reporting.
• Eligibility for NRI/Management Quota - The eligibility criteria and fee structure for NRI and Management quota seats are different and may vary from round to round. Keep checking the KEA official portal for more details.

Conclusion

Meeting the required eligibility criteria and reacting quickly to official notifications can still help you secure Karnataka Vacant Seats. Keep your documents ready and stay updated with the latest notifications to maximize your chances of getting a medical seat in the last round of Karnataka NEET Counselling 2025. Wish you all the best!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Can I apply for Karnataka vacant seats if I was allotted a seat but did not join?
No, only candidates who have not been allotted any seat in previous rounds are eligible for stray vacancy rounds.

Q2. Are non-domicile candidates eligible for Karnataka vacant seats?
Non-domicile candidates can apply for private and NRI/management quota seats, but state quota seats require Karnataka domicile.

Q3. Is NEET qualification mandatory for all vacant seats?
Yes, NEET UG 2025 qualification is mandatory for all categories of vacant seats.

Q4. What documents are required for reporting?
You must provide your NEET admit card, scorecard, KEA registration slip, original mark sheets, domicile/category certificate (if applicable), and passport-size photos