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Uttar Pradesh MBBS Vacant Seats 2026: Stray Vacancy Round Explained

Pragati Srivastava • 6 Mins read • 5 Sep 26

Uttar Pradesh MBBS Vacant Seats : Stray Vacancy Round Explained

Uttar Pradesh Stray Vacancy Round 2026 will be conducted tentatively in October 2026. It will be organized by the Directorate General of Medical Education (DGME), Uttar Pradesh. Stray Vacancy Round is the final opportunity for admission to vacant MBBS and BDS seats in Uttar Pradesh. Candidates who meet the eligibility conditions and have not secured a seat in the earlier rounds of UP NEET Counselling 2026 can participate in this round.

Dive into this detailed blog to know the important dates, eligibility criteria, step-by-step process, documents required, and other important details of the Uttar Pradesh Stray Vacancy Round 2026.

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➡️ Uttar Pradesh Counselling 2026: How to Apply for Vacant Seats?

➡️ Uttar Pradesh Counselling Vacant Seats List 2026

➡️ Top Tips to Secure Vacant Seats in Uttar Pradesh Counselling 2026

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Uttar Pradesh Stray Vacancy Round 2026: Quick Highlights

Candidates can check the key aspects of the UP Stray Vacancy Round 2026 through the given table.

Aspect	Details
Counselling Name	Uttar Pradesh NEET UG Counselling 2026
Conducting Authority	Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh
Round	Stray Vacancy Round
Courses Covered	MBBS and BDS
Registration	Fresh registration is not allowed for the Stray Vacancy Round. Only eligible candidates already registered in the counselling process can participate, subject to the applicable rules.
Seat Allotment Basis	NEET UG merit/rank, candidate eligibility, category, choices filled, and availability of seats
Seat Allotment Result	Released online on the official UP NEET counselling portal
Official Website	upneet.gov.in

What is the Stray Vacancy Round in UP NEET UG Counselling?

UP NEET UG Stray Vacancy Round is the last and final chance to get admission to the medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh. This round is conducted for the remaining MBBS and BDS seats after:

In this round, only colleges with available UG medical and dental seats participate. Candidates who have already registered for UP NEET UG Counselling and meet the required eligibility criteria are allowed to participate in the UP Stray Vacancy Counselling Round.

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Important Dates for Uttar Pradesh Stray Vacancy Round 2026

DGME has not yet released the official counselling schedule for UP Stray Vacancy Round 2026. It is expected to be conducted in October 2026. Refer to the table below for the tentative Uttar Pradesh Stray Vacancy Round 2026 dates. Must Check: UP NEET UG Counselling 2026 Schedule: Registration, Dates, Merit List & Seat Allotment

Counselling Event	Dates 2026
Stray Vacancy Round	October 2026
Last Date of Joining	October 2026

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Eligibility Criteria for UP MBBS Stray Vacancy Round 2026

The following candidates are eligible to participate in Uttar Pradesh NEET Stray Vacancy Round 2026.

Candidates must have a valid NEET UG 2026 score and should meet the required NEET eligibility criteria.
Candidates who did not get a seat in the previous counselling rounds can participate.
Candidates must have registered for UP NEET UG counselling through the official DGME Uttar Pradesh portal.
Candidates must be ready to attend the stray vacancy counselling and complete the admission process as instructed by DGME Uttar Pradesh.

Candidates who cannot participate include:

Candidates who are already holding a seat allotted in an earlier round and have not given up that seat.
Candidates who did not complete registration during the earlier UP NEET UG counselling process.

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UP NEET UG Stray Vacancy Round 2026: Step-by-Step Process

The given table explains the step-by-step guide to uttar pradesh stray vacancy round:

Step	Process	Details
Step 1	Check Eligibility	Candidates must check whether they are eligible for the Uttar Pradesh Stray Vacancy Round 2026.
Step 2	Check Vacant Seats	The counselling authority releases the list of MBBS and BDS seats remaining vacant after the previous rounds.
Step 3	Review Available Seats	Eligible candidates can check the college-wise and course-wise vacant seat details.
Step 4	Choice Filling	Eligible candidates need to submit their preferences for the available seats within the specified deadline, if choice filling is conducted for the round.
Step 5	Seat Allotment	Seats are allotted based on factors such as NEET UG merit, category, eligibility, choices submitted, and seat availability.
Step 6	Check Allotment Result	Candidates can check the Uttar Pradesh Stray Vacancy Round seat allotment result on the official counselling portal.
Step 7	Download Allotment Letter	Candidates allotted a seat must download their seat allotment letter.
Step 8	Report to the Allotted College	Candidates must report to their allotted college within the specified dates for document verification and admission formalities.
Step 9	Complete Admission	Admission is confirmed after successful document verification, fee payment, and completion of the required admission process.

Documents Required for Uttar Pradesh Stray Vacancy Round 2026

Below is the list of the important documents for UP NEET Stray Vacancy Counselling 2026:

NEET UG 2026 Admit Card
NEET UG 2026 Scorecard
10th Marksheet & Certificate
12th Marksheet & Certificate
Transfer/Migration Certificate
Domicile Certificate
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Government-issued Photo ID (Aadhar, PAN, Passport)
Recent Passport-size Photographs (6-8 copies)
Seat Allotment Letter (downloaded after seat allocation)
Registration Slip from DGME UP portal

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UP NEET Stray Vacancy Counselling 2026: FAQs

Ques. What is the Uttar Pradesh Stray Vacancy Round 2026?

Ans. It is the final counselling round conducted to fill the MBBS and BDS seats that remain vacant after the previous rounds of UP NEET UG counselling.

Ques. When will the Uttar Pradesh Stray Vacancy Round 2026 be conducted?

Ans. The Uttar Pradesh Stray Vacancy Round 2026 is expected to be conducted in October 2026. The exact dates will be announced by DGME Uttar Pradesh on the official counselling portal (upneet.gov.in).

Ques. Is fresh registration allowed for the UP NEET Stray Vacancy Round 2026?

Ans. No, fresh registration is not allowed in the stray vacancy round. Candidates must have registered during the earlier UP NEET UG counselling process.

Ques. Can a candidate holding a seat in an earlier round participate in the stray vacancy round?

Ans. Candidates holding a seat from an earlier round and not surrendering it as per the prescribed rules cannot participate in the stray vacancy round.

Ques. Which courses are covered under the UP Stray Vacancy Round 2026?

Ans. The round is conducted for vacant MBBS and BDS seats in participating medical and dental colleges of Uttar Pradesh.

Ques. How are seats allotted in the UP NEET Stray Vacancy Round 2026?

Ans. Seats are allotted based on NEET UG merit, candidate preferences, category, eligibility, and the availability of vacant seats.