In a crucial update for NEET UG 2024 candidates, the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has decided to conduct a Special Stray Vacancy Round for vacant seats in medical colleges across the country.

This step comes after the completion of the Stray Vacancy Round of UG counselling 2024, which left several seats unfilled due to non-joining or non-reporting by candidates.

The MCC’s initiative aims to ensure that these precious medical seats do not go to waste, thereby giving eligible candidates one last opportunity to secure admission to medical courses for the academic year 2024.

Vacant Seats and Eligibility for NEET UG Special Stray Vacancy Round

According to the MCC, some seats remain vacant after the completion of the Stray Vacancy Round of NEET UG 2024 counselling. These vacant seats are being made available for fresh allotment through the Special Stray Vacancy Round, which will be conducted in an online mode.

The details of the available vacant seats are listed on the official MCC website (www.mcc.nic.in).

Who Can Participate?

Candidates who are already registered with the MCC portal and have completed the registration and payment of fees are eligible to participate in this special round. However, it is important to note that:

• No fresh registration will be allowed for this Special Stray Vacancy Round.
• Only candidates who have not been allotted any seat in the previous rounds of NEET UG 2024 counselling (whether for All India Quota, State Quota, or Deemed Universities) are eligible.
• Candidates who had joined a seat in previous rounds of counselling and those who have been allotted a seat but did not report are ineligible for this round.

Security Deposit for Participation

Candidates will be required to pay a refundable security deposit to participate in the Special Stray Vacancy Round. The amount depends on the type of seat the candidate is choosing:

• For Government Medical Colleges (AIQ seats): Candidates need to pay a refundable security deposit of ₹50,000.
• For Deemed University Seats: Candidates who wish to exercise choices for Deemed Universities must pay a higher refundable security deposit of ₹3,00,000.

Important Guidelines for Candidates

• Choice Filling: All candidates participating in this round will be required to do fresh choice filling for seat allotment. Any choices submitted in previous rounds will be considered null and void.
• Forfeiture of Security Deposit: Candidates who are allotted a seat in the Special Stray Vacancy Round but do not join the seat within the stipulated time will have their security deposit forfeited. Additionally, such candidates will be barred from appearing for NEET UG 2025.
• Joining the Allotted Seat: Candidates who are allotted a seat must report to the respective allotted institute with their original documents for verification and join the seat within the timeline specified in the schedule.
• Debarred from State Counselling: Once candidates are allotted a seat in the Special Stray Vacancy Round, their names will be shared with the state counselling authorities. These candidates will be debarred from taking admission in the Special Stray Vacancy Round of state-level counselling.

Eligibility Criteria 

To participate in the Special Stray Vacancy Round, candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:

Eligible Candidates:

1. Candidates who have completed registration on the MCC portal and paid the fees for the counselling process.
2. Candidates who do not hold any seat from previous rounds of NEET UG counselling, whether under All India Quota (AIQ), State Quota, or Deemed University.

Ineligible Candidates:

1. Candidates who have not completed registration or failed to pay the required fees.
2. Candidates who have already been allotted a seat in any previous round of AIQ, State Quota, or Deemed University and have joined the seat.
3. Candidates who were allotted a seat by MCC in Round 3 or the Stray Vacancy Round earlier but did not join the allotted seat.

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially released the NEET PG 2024 counselling schedule for the All India Quota (AIQ), offering clarity and structure for postgraduate medical aspirants across India.

The release of this schedule marks the beginning of the much-anticipated process, where qualified candidates will soon enter into counselling rounds to secure seats in some of the country’s most prestigious medical institutions. Below are the key details and timelines for each stage of the AIQ NEET PG 2024 counselling process.

Each phase of the AIQ NEET PG 2024 counselling comes with strict deadlines, making it essential for candidates to stay updated with the schedule released by the MCC. Missing any of these deadlines can affect a candidate’s chance of securing their preferred specialization or college. From registration and choice filling to the last date for reporting, adhering to the timeline is crucial.

Important Dates for AIQ NEET PG 2024 counselling

The counselling process for NEET PG 2024 is divided into four rounds, including a stray round, each with specific timelines for various activities. Here’s a comprehensive schedule for the AIQ NEET PG 2024 counselling:

Round 1

• Seat Matrix Release: November 7
• Registration & Payment: November 20 to 27 (until 12 Noon)
• Choice Filling & Locking: November 8 to 17 (starting at 4 PM)
• Allotment Result: November 20
• Reporting & Joining: November 21 to 27 (until 12 Noon)

Round 2

• Seat Matrix Release: December 4
• Registration & Payment: December 4 to 9 (until 12 Noon)
• Choice Filling & Locking: December 5 to 9 (starting at 4 PM)
• Allotment Result: December 12
• Reporting & Joining: December 13 to 20 (until 12 Noon)

Round 3

• Seat Matrix Release: December 26
• Registration & Payment: December 26 to January 1 (until 12 Noon)
• Choice Filling & Locking: January 1 to 5 (starting at 4 PM)
• Allotment Result: January 4
• Reporting & Joining: January 6 to 13 (until 12 Noon)

Round 4 (Stray Round)

• Seat Matrix Release: January 18
• Registration & Payment: January 18 to 21 (until 12 Noon)
• Choice Filling & Locking: January 18 to 21 (starting at 12 Noon)
• Allotment Result: January 24
• Reporting & Joining: January 25 to 30

Key Points for Candidates

1. Registration and Payment: Candidates must ensure timely registration and payment during the specified windows to secure their place in the counselling process.
2. Choice Filling: When filling out choices, candidates should carefully consider their preferred colleges and courses, as once the choices are locked, they cannot be changed.
3. Reporting: Adherence to reporting dates is crucial. Candidates who fail to report on time after allotment risk losing their seats.
4. Stay Updated: It is essential to keep abreast of any updates from the official NEET PG website or trusted education consultancies.

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Candidates for medical school who have achieved NEET-PG eligibility and seek to enrol in PG programmes in Delhi may now submit an application for NEET-PG counselling. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of the Government of India established the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) to oversee the NEET-PG counselling procedure for seat allocation. We will give you all the necessary information regarding MCC’s function and the NEET-PG counselling procedure for PG courses in Delhi in this article.

MCC’s Counselling Work

In Delhi, MCC is the major organisation that oversees NEET-PG counselling for the following types of PG seats:

• 50% of all seats in India Quota: All government medical schools, colleges, and universities in India, with the exception of those in Jammu and Kashmir, have seats available.
• Deemed/Central Universities: 100% of seats These seats are available at universities that were founded by a federal law or that the University Grants Commission (UGC) Act of 1956 proclaimed to be universities.
• 100% of open DNB seats are in India: The National Board of Examinations (NBE) grants the postgraduate diploma known as Diplomate of National Board (DNB) in a number of medical professions.

For Central Universities, MCC of DGHS will conduct four rounds of NEET-PG counselling: Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and Stray Vacancy Round. All applicants who qualify for All India Quota seats based on their performance in the NEET PG exam administered by NBE will be eligible for Central University’s 50% AIQ seats.

Process of NEET-PG Counselling for Central Universities

Let’s examine the  NEET-PG counselling procedure for the Central Universities in more detail, which include the 

• Delhi University, 
• Aligarh Muslim University, 
• Banaras Hindu University, 
• Central Institute of Psychiatry, Ranchi, 
• Lokopriya Gopinath Bordoloi Regional Institute of Mental Health, Tezpur, 
• Under IP University- VMMC & SJH, ABVIMS & RML, ESIC, Basaidarapur.

Choosing a Choice and Registering of  NEET-PG Counselling 

Candidates should register on the MCC website and enter their personal and academic information if they want to take part in  NEET-PG counselling for Central Universities. Additionally, they must provide their photo ID, NEET PG scores, and any other pertinent documents. Following registration, candidates can access their accounts, log in, and select the colleges and courses that suit their tastes.

Selection and Acceptance of Seats of  NEET-PG Counselling 

Taking into account the candidates’ NEET PG rankings, selections made, and available seats, MCC will announce the results of the seat allocation. Candidates can obtain their allotment letter and view the results on the MCC website. They must show up at the assigned institute by the deadline with all necessary paperwork and the admissions fee.

Reporting and Admission  of  NEET-PG Counselling 

Candidates who receive seats should show up at the specified institute for admission and document verification. They should bring both the original and photocopies of all of their official documents, including their photo ID, NEET PG scorecard, allotment letter, mark sheets, certificates, and other pertinent paperwork. In accordance with the requirements of the institute, they must also pay the tuition and other fees.

The following reservation policy will be followed – 

The schedule for NEET PG Counselling 2023 is expected to be disclosed soon on the official website, mcc.nic.in. MCC is responsible for organizing counselling for admission into various institutions, such as central and deemed universities and AIQ PG seats of colleges under the Employee State Insurance Corporation. Further details about the counselling rounds and procedure can be found by reading on.

The NEET PG Examination 2023 was held on March 5, 2023, as per the given schedule. The results were declared on March 14, and the scorecards were issued on March 26, 2023. Candidates can access their scorecards by logging in to the official website using their registration details.

The NEET PG 2023 Counselling process comprises four rounds, namely Round-I, Round-II, the mop-up round, and the stray vacancy round. In each round, candidates will be required to register and select their preferred choices. If a candidate is unable to secure a seat in their desired college during a particular round, they may choose to participate in the subsequent round of counselling.

MCC is responsible for conducting counselling for admission into several institutions and universities, including:

• 50% of All India Quota seats from all states, including the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir (beginning this year). Additionally, UT of J&K will contribute 50% of their broad specialty medical and dental seats for All India Quota counselling held by MCC of DGHS.
• 100% of seats (both All India Quota seats and Institutional Quota seats) from Central Universities such as Aligarh Muslim University, Banaras Hindu University, University of Delhi, and Central Institutes, based on the eligibility criteria provided by each college or institute.
• 100% of seats from Deemed Universities.
• 50% of AIQ P.G seats from colleges under the Employee State Insurance Corporation for the children of ESIC insured persons.
• Registration for Armed Forces Medical Services Institutions only.

Everything You Need to Know About NEET Counselling

The National Eligibility Entrance Test(NEET) is a crucial exam for students aspiring to pursue a career in the medical field. It is conducted by the National Testing Agency(NTA) and it is mandatory for students to pass the test in order to be eligible for admission to medical colleges. In order to facilitate the process of admissions, the Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) has introduced a counseling process for medical colleges in India.

The counseling process not only ensures an efficient and transparent admissions process, but also provides students with the opportunity to pursue a medical career of their choice. It ensures that merit is given due consideration while allotting seats in the medical colleges. Furthermore, it helps in creating a level playing field for students belonging to different categories and backgrounds.

What Is NEET Counselling? Why Is It Necessary?

NEET (National Eligibility Entrance Test) counseling is a part of the admissions process for medical colleges in India. It is an online counseling process which is used to allocate medical college seats to qualifying candidates. It is necessary as it helps to ensure that the right candidates get admission to medical colleges based on merit and that the seats are distributed fairly. Likewise, it also helps to make sure that the admission process is transparent and that there is no scope for manipulation or favoritism

In Which Mode the NEET Counselling Is Conducted?

The NEET Counselling is conducted in both online and offline mode, depending on the respective state and central authorities. The online mode is managed by the Medical Council Committee (MCC) and the offline mode is managed by respective state governments. The online mode includes the registration process, choice filling, seat allotment, and document verification, while the offline mode includes the registration and document verification process. The registration fee for the NEET Counselling is Rs.1000/- (non-refundable) and 10,000 Rs. (refundable) as security deposit.

Who Conducts the Counselling for State and Private Colleges?

The counseling for MBBS/BDS/BAMS/BUMS/ BHMS/B.V.Sc. & A.H. admissions in 2022 in state and private colleges is conducted by the respective state government authorities. For example, in Arunachal Pradesh, the authority conducts the counseling for 85% of the state’s MBBS/BDS/BAMS quota seats. In Assam, the authority conducts the counseling for Assam MBBS/BDS/B.V.Sc. and A.H./BUMS/BAMS/BHMS admissions 2022 online. In Bihar, the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board conducts the bceceboard UGMAC Bihar NEET Counselling admissions for MBBS/BDS/B.V.Sc. & A.H/BUMS/BAMS/BHMS admission 2022. The NEET-UG Counselling will be conducted for qualified students on the basis of merit. Every state has its own NEET-UG counseling process.

What Is the Total Number of Rounds Involved in the Process?

The NEET Counseling Process involves a total of six rounds, including the Main Round, Mop-Up Round, and Deemed/Central Universities Round. The Main Round and Mop-Up Round will be conducted by the Medical Council of India (MCC). The Deemed/Central Universities Round will be conducted exclusively by the respective Deemed/Central Universities. The other three rounds of counseling are the All India Quota (AIQ) Round, the State Quota Round, and the Local/Institutional Quota Round. The AIQ Round will be conducted for 15% of the MBBS/BDS/BAMS/BUMS/ BHMS/B.V.Sc. & A.H. seats in government colleges. The state quota round will be conducted by the respective state government authorities for 85% of the MBBS/BDS/B.V.Sc. & A.H/BUMS/BAMS/ BHMS seats in state and private colleges. The local/institutional quota round will be conducted for the remaining 10% of the MBBS/BDS/B.V.Sc. and A.H/BUMS/BAMS/ BHMS seats in the respective state.

What Happens If the Student Isn’t Accepted into a Medical School?

If a student does not get a seat in a medical college in any of the six rounds of counseling, they can apply for the mop-up round. The mop-up round is the last round of counseling and is conducted by the MCC. If a student still fails to get a seat after this round, they can opt for private medical colleges or pursue an MBBS/BDS/BAMS/BUMS/BHMS/B.V.Sc./A.H. degree from abroad. Alternatively, they can also pursue related medical fields such as nursing, physiotherapy, or opt for other sciences like botany or zoology

Are Students Allowed to Participate in the Second Round of Counseling?

Yes, students can participate in the second round of counseling if they meet the eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria include having a valid NEET score and a valid domicile certificate (for state quota seats). The seats that are allotted in the first round are not available in the second round, so the students will have to select from the available seats. The second round of counseling is conducted after the first round is complete, and students are given the opportunity to choose from the remaining seats.

Overall, the counseling process has been a major success in facilitating the admissions process at medical colleges. It has helped in creating a system of fair and transparent admissions, thereby ensuring that all deserving students get a chance to pursue their dreams of becoming a doctor