CEE Kerala NEET PG 2024 Special Stray Round Phase 1 and 2 Registration

 

The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, has announced the Special Stray Vacancy Allotment for PG Medical Courses 2024. This phase is designed to fill the vacant seats after the Stray Vacancy Allotment. Eligible Kerala State Merit List candidates can register their options online from March 11, 2025, to March 13, 2025 (5:00 PM).

This allotment is crucial as it provides candidates with a final opportunity to secure admission into postgraduate medical courses in Kerala. The selection process will be based on the merit list and online preferences submitted by the candidates.

Important Dates and Schedule

Eligibility Criteria

To participate in the Special Stray Vacancy Allotment, candidates must:

• Be included in the Kerala State Merit List published by CEE.
  
  
• Register their options afresh for this round.
  
  
• Pay the option registration fee (details below).
  
  
• Not hold a seat from previous allotments (First, Second, Third, or Stray Vacancy Allotment).
  
  
• Not be listed in the list of ineligible candidates shared by MCC after the AIQ Special Stray Vacancy Round.
  
  

Option Registration Process

Candidates can register their options by following these steps:

1. Visit the official website: www.cee.kerala.gov.in
   
   
2. Log in using the Application Number & Password.
   
   
3. Click on the ‘PG Medical 2024 Candidate Portal’ link.
   
   
4. Select the ‘Special Stray Vacancy Registration’ menu.
   
   
5. Enter preferences for available courses and colleges.
   
   
6. Submit the options before March 13, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
   
   

Allotment will be based on merit and the online options submitted by the deadline.

Option Registration Fee

 

• Candidates who have already paid the fee in Phase III or Stray Vacancy Allotment but did not receive an allotment need not pay again or only pay the balance amount, if applicable.
  
  
• The registration fee will be refunded for those who join the allotted seat after the counselling session.
  
  
• Non-joining candidates will forfeit their registration fee and must pay liquidated damages per Clause 10.1.19 (4) of the Prospectus.
  
  

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Important Conditions

• Fresh Option Registration is Mandatory: Previous phase options will not be considered.
  
  
• Candidates who fail to join their allotted seat in this round will lose the registration fee as a penalty. Be required to pay liquidated damages and be barred from appearing for NEET PG 2025 as per MCC rules.
  
  
• Candidates already holding a seat in any previous round (First, Second, Third, or Stray Vacancy) are not eligible.
  
  
• Candidates who vacated a seat after February 7, 2025 (5:00 PM), are not eligible.
  
  
• MCC's ineligible candidate list will be strictly followed.
  
  
• Candidates must check the Prospectus for PG Medical Courses 2024 on the official website for complete details.
  
  

FAQs

1. Who is eligible for the Special Stray Vacancy Allotment?

Candidates in the Kerala State Merit List who have not secured a seat in previous allotments and meet all eligibility criteria can participate.

2. Can I use my previous option registration for this round?

No. Fresh option registration is mandatory for all candidates.

3. What happens if I do not join the allotted seat?

If you do not join the allotted seat:

• Your option registration fee will be forfeited.
  
  
• You will have to pay liquidated damages as per the Prospectus.
  
  
• You will be barred from NEET PG 2025.
  
  

4. What is the fee for option registration?

• General Candidates: Rs. 1,00,000
  
  
• SC/ST/OE & Eligible Concession Candidates: Rs. 50,000
  
  

5. Will I get a refund of the option registration fee?

Yes, if you join the allotted seat. Otherwise, the fee will be treated as a penalty and not refunded.

6. How can I check the available vacant seats?

The vacant seat list is published on the official website. Candidates must check the updated list before registering their options.

7. Can I participate if I vacated a seat after February 7, 2025?

No. Candidates who vacated a seat after 5:00 PM on February 7, 2025, are not eligible.

8. When will the Special Stray Vacancy Allotment results be published?

• Phase I: March 14, 2025
  
  
• Phase II: March 18, 2025
  
  

9. What is the last date to report to the allotted college?

• Phase I: By March 17, 2025 (3:00 PM)
  
  
• Phase II: By March 20, 2025 (4:00 PM)
  
  

10. Where can I find more details?

For detailed guidelines, candidates must visit www.cee.kerala.gov.in regularly.

 

The Special Stray Vacancy Allotment for PG Medical Courses 2024 in Kerala provides a final chance for eligible candidates to secure a seat. Adherence to deadlines, fresh option registration, and compliance with all conditions are crucial. Candidates should regularly check the official website for updates and follow all guidelines to avoid disqualification or penalties.

 

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