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Step-by-Step Guide to Delhi Stray Vacancy Round 2026

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Samrat Ray • 6 Mins read • 11 Aug 26
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The Delhi NEET counselling stray vacancy round is conducted as a part of the Delhi NEET counselling to fill the vacant MBBS and BDS seats remaining after the mop-up round. To get the AIQ seats that remain vacant, students must participate in the MCC NEET counselling stray vacancy round. Students who have completed the Delhi NEET counselling registration process are eligible for this round to get one last opportunity for gaining MBBS seats in medical colleges in Delhi

In this blog, we will discuss the step-by-step process of the Delhi NEET counselling stray vacancy round. Read on for the crucial details like documents required, important dates, top colleges, etc. 


Delhi Stray Vacancy Round Overview 2026


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Delhi Counselling Vacant Seats List 2026: Important Dates

The following table provides all the upcoming dates for the Delhi NEET counselling process. 

Events 

Dates

Delhi AIQ Round 1 registration (MCC) deadline

12 August 2026

Delhi AIQ Round 1 choice-filling deadline

13 August 2026

Delhi AIQ Round 1 seat allotment result 

17 August 2026

Delhi AIQ Round 1 institute reporting 

18 August - 22 August 2026

Delhi SQ Round 1 

13 August - 22 August 2026 (expected)

Delhi SQ Round 1 institute reporting deadline

28 August 2026 (expected)

Delhi SQ Round 2

31 August - 8 September 2026 (expected)

Delhi SQ Round 2 institute reporting deadline

9 September 2026 (expected)


What Happens in the College-level Stray Vacancy Round in Delhi NEET Counselling? 

The following are the key details of how the Delhi NEET counselling stray vacancy round works: 

  • You should know there is no fixed factor in the stray vacancy round.
  • Authorities put no bounds for this round on colleges.
  • Stray vacancy rounds proceeded on college-level/ state level or university level.
  • Every college is independent to serve admission in these vacant seats on their personal parameters or decided rules.
  • A few colleges normally declare their merit list for the seats, while some demand an amount.
  • There are no solid policies regarding stray vacancy round counseling, and colleges have no strict parameters.
  • Some state parameters are restricted by state authority, but most colleges, mostly deemed colleges, work on a free hand.


Delhi Stray Vacancy Round 2026: Steps to Register

There are no fresh registrations required for the stray vacancy round. To participate in the Delhi NEET counselling stray vacancy, you need to complete the following registration steps by the mop-up round:

  • Step 1: Visit the official website of MCC.
  • Step 2: Click on the ‘’UG Counselling’ link on the home page
  • Step 3: Click on the “New Registration’ link.
  • Step 4: Put in your required credentials and finish the registration method.
  • Step 5: After completing the registration process, log in to your account and click on the ‘Choice filling window’ link.
  • Step 6: Enter your preferences for college and course in order of preference for allotment.
  • Step 7: Save your choices and click on ‘Submit’.


Delhi NEET Counselling Stray Vacancy Round: Eligibility Criteria 2026

Here are the key eligibility criteria you must fulfil to participate in the Delhi NEET counselling process; 

  • All registered applicants except the following three categories are eligible for this Round of Central or Deemed colleges:
  • Applicants who joined the allotted seat in Round 1, Round 2, or the Mop-up round of central. Deemed/AIQ colleges.
  • Students are allotted a seat in the Mop-Up round of DGHS.
  • Students who have joined a seat in the Mop-Up round of DGHS.

Students who have not been allotted any seat in any of the last 3 rounds of counseling are also eligible for this round of counseling in Central, AIIMS, and Deemed colleges or AIQ quota.


Documents Required for Delhi Stray Vacancy Round 2026

The following are the documents required from candidates in the Delhi NEET counselling stray vacancy round: 

  • Allotment Letter.
  • NEET 2026 admit card
  • Date of birth certificate
  • Marksheet of classes 10 and 12
  • Passport-size photographs
  • Identity Proof
  • EWS Certificate
  • SC/ST Certificate
  • OBC-NCL Certificate
  • Disability certificate


Steps to Check the NEET UG Stray Vacancy Round Allotment Result

The following are the steps to check your seat allotment results in Delhi NEET counselling stray vacancy round: 

  • Step 1: Visit the official website of NEET counselling.
  • Step 2: Click on the stray vacancy round allotment result link.
  • Step 3: The allotment PDF will be shown.
  • Step 4: Download the allotment result for future reference.

 

Important Information Regarding Delhi Stray Vacancy Round

Here are some of the important details related to the Delhi NEET counselling stray vacancy round: 

  • The NEET UG stray vacancy round allotment result is binding and final.
  • Applicants who do not report to their allotted colleges within the specified time period will lose their seats.
  • There is no provision for the upgradation of seats after the stray vacancy round allotment.

  

Delhi NEET Counselling Stray Vacancy Round: Top Colleges 2026

The following table provides a list of the top medical colleges in Delhi, which may be available through the Delhi NEET counselling stray vacancy round. Final vacancies in these colleges will depend on the seat allotments and competition levels across these colleges. 

College Name

Management 

Total MBBS Seats

AIIMS Delhi

Central government 

125

Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC)

Central government

250

Lady Hardinge Medical College (LHMC)

Central government 

240

UCMS, Delhi

Central government 

170

VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital

Central government 

170

NDMC Medical College

State government 

60

Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Medical College

State government 

125

Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Medical Sciences & RML Hospital, New Delhi

Central government 

100

Employees' State Insurance Corporation Medical College, Basaidarapur

Central government 

50

 

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Conclusion

Making informed decisions and tracking official updates from MCC and state authorities will enhance the admission possibilities. With correct preparation and on-time registration, students can successfully secure a seat in their chosen medical college.


Step-by-Step Guide to Delhi Stray Vacancy Round: FAQs


Ques: Can I attempt NEET multiple times?

Ans: Yes, there is no limit on the number of attempts for NEET. However, you must make the college choices wisely during the counselling to avoid the need for another attempt. This will help you gain a seat in the first attempt. 


Ques: How can I download the NEET 2026 seat allotment letter?

Ans: You can download the seat allotment letter from the official website of the counselling body. To download the allotment letter, you must keep checking the notifications provided by the counselling authority. When the link for the seat allotment letter becomes available, you can check your seat allotment status and download the allotment letter. 


Ques: What is the NEET cutoff rank for AIIMS Delhi?

Ans: The NEET cutoff rank for AIIMS Delhi ranges from 47 to 53 for General candidates as per the recent cutoff trends. SC/ST/OBC candidates will have lower cutoff rank requirements. 


Ques: What is the NEET Delhi cut-off for SC in 2026?

Ans: For SC students, the expected NEET 2026 cutoff in Delhi is around 600 to 630. Thus, they must fulfil the category-specific cutoff requirements to get a seat within the early counselling rounds. 


Ques: How many seats are there for MBBS and BDS in Delhi?

Ans: Delhi has around 1,547 MBBS seats throughout private and government medical colleges and more than 150 BDS seats in dental colleges. The number of available seats will decrease with each passing round as the seats are allotted to candidates. 


Ques: Will the NEET cutoff decrease in 2026?

Ans: Predicting the actual NEET cutoff for 2015 is challenging, as it is based on variables like the number of applicants, overall student performance, and exam difficulty. Staying updated with official announcements is suggested.