MCC NEET PG Counselling 2024 Special Stray Round Registration, Result Dates

 

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC NEET PG Counselling 2024) had announced a Special Stray Vacancy Round for MCC NEET PG Counselling 2024 due to the availability of vacant seats following the completion of the Stray Vacancy Round. To ensure that no medical seats remain unfilled, the competent authority has decided to reduce the qualifying percentile to 5% and above for all categories and conduct this round online.

This round presented a final opportunity for eligible candidates who have not secured a seat yet. This blog will discuss all the important details, including eligibility, the registration process, important dates, rules, and FAQs.

 

Key Highlights of Special Stray Vacancy Round 2024

 

• Fresh Registration and Choice Filling was conducted for all candidates.
  
  
• A refundable security deposit was mandatory for participation.
  
  
• Candidates who fail to join the allotted seat will face debarment from NEET PG 2025.
  
  
• Allotment results will be published online on the MCC NEET PG Counselling 2024 website (www.mcc.nic.in).
  
  
• Reporting to the allotted institute is mandatory within the given timeframe.

 

Important Dates

MCC NEET PG Counselling 2024 Candidates must adhere to these dates strictly, as no further extensions will be granted.

 

MCC NEET PG 2024 Special Stray Vacancy Round: Allotment Breakdown

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the provisional allotment list for the NEET PG 2024 Special Stray Vacancy Round. This list contains key details such as rank, allotted quota, institute, course, category, and candidate-specific information. Below is a detailed breakdown of the allotment data to simplify the analysis.

Key Statistics of MCC NEET PG 2024 Special Stray Vacancy Round

Summary of the MCC NEET PG 2024 Special Stray Vacancy Round

• A total of 558 candidates have been allotted seats in this round.
  
  
• These candidates belong to 31 States and Union Territories and fall under six distinct categories.
  
  
• The allocation includes 274 institutes, categorized into five different institute types.
  
  
• The seats have been assigned across three course types, 5 degree types, and eight quota types.
  
  
• The 66 available specializations span various disciplines in postgraduate medical education.
  
  

This structured breakdown provides a clear overview of the MCC NEET PG 2024 Special Stray Vacancy Round allotment, helping candidates and stakeholders understand the seat distribution effectively.

Category-Wise Breakdown of the MCC Special Stray Provisional Allotment List

 

Candidates were allotted seats in 6 categories in the MCC NEET PG 2024 Special Stray Vacancy Round. Here is a table showing the number of seats in each category.

342 candidates were allotted seats under the Open category, the highest among other categories. This is followed by Other Backward Classes (OBC) and Scheduled Castes (SC), with 99 and 69 seats, respectively.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible Candidates

• MCC NEET PG Counselling 2024 Candidates who are not holding or have not joined any seat in previous rounds of AIQ/State/Deemed University counselling.
  
  
• MCC NEET PG Counselling 2024 Candidates with a percentile score of 5% and above (for all categories).
  
  

Ineligible Candidates

• MCC NEET PG Counselling 2024 Candidates who have joined a seat through AIQ/State/Deemed University counselling.
  
  
• MCC NEET PG Counselling 2024 Candidates were allotted seats in AIQ Round-3 or the Stray Vacancy Round earlier but did not join.
  
  

 

Security Deposit for Participation

Note:

• The security deposit for MCC NEET PG Counselling 2024 was refundable if the candidate joins the allotted seat.
  
  
• If an MCC NEET PG Counselling 2024 candidate does not join the allotted seat.
  
  
• MCC NEET PG Counselling 2024: Candidates who fail to report will also face debarment from NEET PG 2025.
  
  

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Special Stray Vacancy Round Guidelines

• Fresh Registration & Choice Filling: MCC NEET PG Counselling 2024 Candidates must have registered afresh and fill new choices for this round.
  
  
• Security Deposit Payment: Candidates should have paid the refundable security deposit to participate.
  
  
• Mandatory Joining: If a candidate is allotted a seat, they should have reported and joined within the given timeframe.
  
  
• No Further Rounds: This was the final opportunity for seat allocation in NEET PG 2024.
  
  
• Debarment Rule: Candidates who do not fill the allotted seats will not be allowed to appear for NEET PG 2025.
  
  
• State Counselling Restrictions: Candidates allotted a seat in AIQ Special Stray Vacancy Round will be debarred from state counselling’s Special Stray Vacancy Round.
  
  

Step-by-Step Registration Process

1. Visit the MCC NEET PG Counselling 2024 Website: Go to www.mcc.nic.in
   
   
2. Register Online: Click the NEET PG Special Stray Vacancy Round Registration link. Enter personal details and NEET PG credentials.
   
   
3. Pay Security Deposit: AIQ/DNB/AFMS: ₹50,000, Deemed University: ₹3,00,000
   
   
4. Choice Filling & Locking: Select preferred colleges and specializations. Lock in choices before the deadline.
   
   
5. Result Declaration: Check the allotment list on 12th March 2025.
   
   
6. Reporting to Allotted College: Carry original documents and report between 13th – 20th March 2025.

 

Required Documents for Reporting

Candidates must carry the following original documents when reporting to the allotted college:

• NEET PG 2024 Admit Card & Rank Card
  
  
• MBBS Degree Certificate
  
  
• Internship Completion Certificate
  
  
• Valid Government ID Proof
  
  
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
  
  
• Allotment Letter from MCC NEET PG Counselling 2024
  
  
• Security Deposit Payment Receipt
  
  

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the purpose of the Special Stray Vacancy Round?

The round aims to fill vacant medical PG seats left after the Stray Vacancy Round to prevent seat wastage.

2. Who is eligible to participate?

Candidates who are not holding/joined any seat and have a 5% and above percentile score are eligible.

3. Can I participate if I joined a seat in previous rounds?

No. Candidates who have joined any seat in AIQ, State, or Deemed University counselling are ineligible.

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

If you do not join, your security deposit will be forfeited and you will be debarred from NEET PG 2025.

5. Will there be another round after this?

No. This is the final round for NEET PG 2024 admissions.

6. Is the security deposit refundable?

Yes, but only if you join the allotted seat. The deposit will be forfeited if you do not.

7. How will I know if I have been allotted a seat?

The result was published on 12th March 2025 on the MCC NEET PG Counselling 2024 website.

8. What are the reporting dates?

Candidates must report between the 13th and 20th of March 2025.

9. Can I participate if I did not register for earlier rounds?

Yes, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria, you can register afresh.

10. What is the penalty for not reporting to the allotted college?

Your security deposit will be forfeited, and you will be debarred from NEET PG 2025.

 

The Special Stray Vacancy Round of NEET PG 2024 is a final chance for candidates to secure a PG medical seat. Candidates should carefully follow the guidelines, complete registration on time, and ensure they report if allotted a seat to avoid penalties.

For official updates, visit www.mcc.nic.in regularly.

 

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