The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially released the updated schedule for the NEET PG 2025 counselling process, including the final Stray Vacancy Round. This round offers thousands of aspirants one last chance to secure a seat in MD/MS and PG diploma courses. Candidates wishing to participate can view the revised schedule on the official MCC website at mcc.nic.in.
Key Dates Aspirants Must Know
According to the updated timetable published on the official MCC portal, the online registration for the stray vacancy round will start on February 16, 2026, and continue through February 18, 2026.
- Choice filling and locking: February 16 – 19, 2026
- Seat allotment processing: February 20, 2026
- Results announced: February 21, 2026
- Reporting to colleges: February 22 – 28, 2026
These timelines mark the final leg of the NEET PG counselling journey after Round 3 of seat allocation concludes.
Why This Round Matters More Than Ever
The Stray Vacancy Round is the last window of opportunity to gain admission through the MCC-conducted central counselling process. This is the perfect opportunity for candidates who missed out on seats during earlier rounds or could not secure a preferred option.
According to reports, the updated schedule reflects MCC’s effort to ensure greater transparency and fairness in seat allotments by accommodating fluctuations in seat availability. This prevents candidates from losing out due to delays or mismatches in earlier rounds.
What Aspirants Should Do Next
Interested candidates should:
- Register on the MCC official website (mcc.nic.in) between February 16 and 18.
- Fill and lock choices promptly by February 19.
- Keep all documents ready for reporting if allotted a seat.
With the window now open, this stray round could define the future of many aspiring doctors.
