KEA released the Stray Vacancy Category Wise Seat Matrix for various streams, including Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, and Unani, on November 8th, 2024. This article overviews the KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling, its importance, eligibility criteria, the Stray Vacancy Category Wise Seat Matrix, the counselling process, and other essential information.

 

Overview of the KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling Stray Vacancy Round

The KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling process involves four stages: three structured and stray vacancy rounds. The vacant seats from the first three phases of KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling are filled in the stray vacancy round.

Understanding the Importance of the Stray Vacancy Category Wise Seat Matrix 

The KEA AYUSH stray vacancy round is crucial as it gives candidates the final opportunity to secure seats in colleges across Karnataka. This phase marks the end of KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling. Candidates not allotted seats in the first three phases of counselling can participate in the stray vacancy round. Those allotted seats in the mop-up round will not be able to join in the stray vacancy round. This gives KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling candidates a chance to secure a seat in a medical college.

Also Read NTRUHS AP NEET UG AYUSH Counselling 2024: Round 1 Option Entry Dates

 

Eligibility Criteria for the KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling Stray Vacancy Round

Candidates should know the eligibility criteria before registering for the KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling stray vacancy round. This helps them make the right decisions while registering for the stray vacancy round.

• No Seats Allotted: KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling Candidates not allotted seats in the first three phases of counselling are eligible to register for the stray vacancy round.
  
  
• Allotted Seats: Candidates who are allotted seats in the mop-up phase are not eligible to participate in the stray vacancy round.
  
  
• Fresh Registrations: Candidates who did not participate in the earlier rounds are ineligible for the stray vacancy round.

 

Stray Vacancy Category Wise Seat Matrix for KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling

The official notice includes all the details, showing the college code, name, and seats available in different colleges for separate categories. The following information sheds light on the Stray Vacancy Category Wise Seat Matrix, making it more transparent for candidates. Here’s a breakdown of the Stray Vacancy Category Wise Seat Matrix for KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling. Stray Vacancy Category Wise Seat Matrix includes multiple seats in medical colleges across Karnataka.

General Quota

Under the general quota, there are 21 seats. Sixteen seats are available for Ayurveda, the highest among the three streams; three are available for Homoeopathy, and two are available for Unani. For Homoeopathy, three seats are available at GHMCB, Bangalore. GUMCB, Bangalore, and HMSESUMCT, Tumkur, each have one seat for Unani.

 

NRI, Others, and AIQ Quotas

The NRI, Others, and AIQ quotas have a total of 1,051 vacant seats for Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, and Unani streams.

• Ayurveda: There are 396 seats in Ayurveda. KRAMCH, Koteshwara, Kundapura has the highest number of vacant seats, with 31 seats. 
  
  
• Homeopathy: The number of seats available for Homoeopathy is 621, the highest among the three streams. SHMCB, Ram Nagar, Belgaum has the highest number of seats among other colleges, with 68 seats.
  
  
• Unani: The total number of seats for Unani is 34, the least among the other streams. TSSETUMCG, Gulbarga, has the highest number of available seats among the different colleges, with 13 seats.
  
  

The total number of seats for all the streams across all categories is 1,072. This offers a massive opportunity for KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling candidates vying for seats across these colleges.

Candidates may refer to the official notices by clicking these links:

1. Stray Vacancy Category Wise Seat Matrix for the General Quota
2. Stray Vacancy Category Wise Seat Matrix for the NRI, Others, and AIQ Quotas
   
   

The Counselling Procedure for KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling Stray Vacancy Round

Here’s the counselling process for the stray vacancy round. This gives candidates an idea of how it works.

1. Registration: Interested candidates must register for the stray vacancy round by filling out the registration form and paying the requisite registration fees. 
   
   
2. Choice Filling: Candidates will be redirected to the choice-filling page once the registration fees are paid. Here, they may select the colleges of their choice according to their preferences. 
   
   
3. Seat Allotment: The seat allotment follows the choice-filling process. The seats are allotted based on the cut-off scores, rank, category, and college preferences.
   
   
4. Admission: KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling candidates selected in the stray vacancy round must report to their respective colleges within the stipulated time. They must bring the requisite original documents along with the tuition fees. Once the original documents are verified and the tuition fees paid, candidates can confirm their seats in the allotted college.

 

Documents Required for KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling

These are the documents that KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling students must carry with them when they report to their colleges. 

• Verification Slip – Issued during initial document verification
• Admission Order – Downloaded after fee payment
• Academic Certificates – Class 10 and Class 12 certificates and mark sheets
• NEET Scorecard – Proof of qualifying NEET UG
• Caste Certificate – If applicable, based on reservation category
• Domicile Certificate – Proof of Karnataka residency
• Recent Passport-Sized Photographs
  
  

Note: Failure to present any documents may delay the admission process. Any discrepancies in the documents will lead to disqualification of the allotted seat.

Also Read NTRUHS AP NEET AYUSH Counselling 2024 Extended Registration Dates

 

Essential Points for Candidates to Remember for KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling

KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling candidates must remember these points to complete the counselling and admission processes effectively.

1. Choice Filling: Candidates must fill in the college choices in the order of their preference. The seats are also allotted based on preferences. Marking the most preferred college first may help deserving candidates land in that college. Candidates must carefully review the choices before locking. Changes cannot be made once the choices are locked.
   
   
2. Proof of Payment: KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling candidates are advised to take photocopies of the payment receipts for registration or admission. This will serve as proof of payment and avoid any delays during the process.
   
   
3. Mandatory Joining: KEA NEET UG 2024 AYUSH Counselling candidates must join the college allotted in the stray vacancy round. Failure to enter the allotted college will result in the forfeiture of the allotted seat, registration fees, and security deposit. Additionally, the candidate may be debarred from participating in the NEET exam and the counselling processes for up to three years. 
   
   

Also Read KEA NEET UG AYUSH Counselling 2024 Mop Up Round Reporting Date Extended