NEET MDS Counselling 2026: Stray Vacancy Round Registration and Choice Filling Commences

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has officially commenced the registration and choice-filling process for the stray vacancy round of the NEET MDS Counselling 2026. This phase serves as a final opportunity for eligible candidates to secure a seat in Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) courses across participating institutions.

Candidates who are eligible to participate in this round are required to complete their registration and fee payment through the official MCC website at mcc.nic.in. The committee has also made the seat matrix available, allowing applicants to review the current availability of seats before finalizing their preferences.

Key Deadlines and Counselling Schedule

According to the revised schedule released by the MCC, the window for online registration will remain open until November 14, 2026. Following the registration phase, candidates are permitted to proceed with the choice-filling and locking process, which is scheduled to conclude on November 16, 2026. It is essential for participants to adhere strictly to these timelines to ensure their applications are processed for the seat allotment.

Once the choice-filling window closes, the MCC will process the data to determine seat allocations. The official result for the NEET MDS 2026 stray vacancy round is slated for release on November 19, 2026. Candidates who are successfully allotted a seat during this round will be required to report to their respective allotted colleges to complete the admission formalities. The reporting period is set to take place from November 20 to November 28, 2026.

Process for Participation

To participate in the stray vacancy round, candidates must visit the official portal and navigate to the registration section. The process involves submitting the necessary details, completing the required fee payment, and selecting preferred dental colleges and courses. The MCC emphasizes that the choice-filling and locking steps are critical, as the final seat allotment will be based on the preferences submitted by the candidates within the stipulated timeframe.

Applicants are advised to monitor the official MCC website regularly for any further updates or notices regarding the counselling process. By completing the registration and choice-filling steps before the November 14 and November 16 deadlines respectively, candidates ensure their eligibility for the final seat allotment result on November 19.