MCC NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round Schedule Released for MBBS; Check BDS and B.Sc Nursing Counselling Dates

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), has released the revised schedule for NEET UG Counselling 2026. As per the official notice dated October 30, 2026, MCC will conduct a Special Stray Vacancy Round for MBBS seats and a separate 5th Round for BDS and B.Sc Nursing seats.

The schedule also includes a further 6th Round for BDS and B.Sc Nursing seats, which will be conducted in November 2026. Candidates seeking admission through MCC counselling should carefully check the registration, fee payment, choice filling, seat allotment and reporting deadlines.

MCC NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round: MBBS Schedule

The Special Stray Vacancy Round will be conducted for MBBS seats. According to the official schedule, registration will begin on November 2, 2026, and the seat allotment result will be published on November 7, 2026.

Candidates should note that the registration deadline and payment deadline are different. Similarly, choice locking will be available only during the specified window.

MCC NEET UG 2026: 5th Round for BDS and B.Sc Nursing

Alongside the MBBS Special Stray Vacancy Round, MCC has also announced the 5th Round schedule for BDS and B.Sc Nursing seats.

Candidates interested in these courses should follow the separate schedule below.

The registration and choice-filling dates for this round are the same as those mentioned for the MBBS Special Stray Vacancy Round.

MCC NEET UG 2026: 6th Round for BDS and B.Sc Nursing

MCC has also included a 6th Round for BDS and B.Sc Nursing seats in the official schedule. This round will take place later in November 2026.

This round is specifically mentioned for BDS and B.Sc Nursing seats in the official schedule.

Important Instructions for MCC NEET UG 2026 Candidates

Candidates participating in the upcoming rounds should keep the following points in mind:

• Complete registration within the prescribed deadline.
• Deposit the applicable registration fee and security deposit within the payment window.
• Fill in college preferences carefully before the choice-filling deadline.
• Complete choice locking within the specified time.
• Regularly check the MCC portal for allotment results and reporting instructions.
• Candidates who receive a seat allotment should complete reporting within the prescribed period.
• Follow the eligibility and participation conditions applicable to the respective counselling round.

Candidates should not assume that eligibility for one round automatically guarantees eligibility for another. They must read the applicable MCC guidelines before participating.

Official MCC NEET UG Counselling Website

Candidates can check the complete schedule, counselling notices, seat matrix, registration links and allotment results through the official MCC website.

Official website: https://mcc.nic.in/

The schedule discussed above is based on the official MCC notice dated October 30, 2026. Candidates should refer to the portal for any subsequent updates or revised instructions.

Conclusion

MCC has announced the NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round for MBBS and the 5th and 6th Rounds for BDS and B.Sc Nursing seats. The MBBS Special Stray Vacancy Round and 5th Round for BDS/B.Sc Nursing will begin on November 2, with results scheduled for November 7, 2026. The 6th Round for BDS and B.Sc Nursing will follow from November 17, with the result scheduled for November 20.

Candidates should carefully follow the separate schedules, complete their registration and choice locking on time, and report to the allotted colleges within the prescribed dates.

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