The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training (DGME), Uttar Pradesh has officially released the UP NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round guidelines, opening the final window for MBBS and BDS admissions in the state for the academic session 2025-26.
Candidates who missed earlier counselling rounds or failed to secure a seat now have one last opportunity to participate through the official portal upneet.gov.in. This round is crucial, as it aims to fill all remaining vacant seats in government and private medical and dental colleges across Uttar Pradesh.
What is UP NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round?
The UP NEET UG stray vacancy round is the final phase of state counselling, conducted after Round 1, Round 2, and Mop-Up Round.
This round is specifically designed to:
- Fill leftover MBBS and BDS seats
- Allocate seats in both government and private colleges
- Provide a last admission chance to eligible NEET-qualified candidates
Also read: NEET 2026 Registration Data Out
UP NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility rules are strictly enforced. Candidates must carefully verify their status before applying.
Who Can Apply?
- Candidates not allotted any seat in Round 1, Round 2 or Round 3
- Students who did not participate in earlier counselling rounds (fresh applicants allowed)
- NEET UG 2025 qualified candidates with a valid scorecard
- Candidates willing to register afresh with fee and security deposit
Who is Not Eligible?
- Candidates allotted seats through All India Quota (AIQ)
- Students admitted via other state counselling
- Candidates who:
- Already took admission
- Resigned after allotment
- Failed to report in previous rounds
- Candidates currently holding a medical or dental seat
Important: If you fall under restricted categories, your candidature may be cancelled at any stage.
UP NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Registration Fee
All candidates must complete fresh registration, even if they participated earlier.
- Registration Fee: ₹2,000
- Refund Status: Non-refundable
UP NEET 2025 Stray Vacancy Security Deposit
The security deposit varies based on course and college type
| Course / College Type | Security Deposit |
|---|---|
| Government MBBS | ₹30,000 |
| Government BDS | ₹30,000 |
| Private MBBS | ₹2,00,000 |
| Private BDS | ₹1,00,000 |
| Govt & Private MBBS (Both) | ₹2,00,000 |
| Govt & Private BDS (Both) | ₹1,00,000 |
Payment must be made only through the candidate personal bank account. Any eligible refund will be processed to the same account
Documents Required for UP NEET Stray Vacancy Round 2025
Candidates must upload valid and verified documents during registration
Mandatory Documents
- NEET UG 2025 Admit Card & Scorecard
- Class 10th Certificate (High School)
- Class 12th Marksheet
- UP Domicile Certificate
- Category Certificate (OBC/SC/ST/EWS)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport-size photographs
- Bank account details
Important Guidelines
- OBC/EWS certificates must be issued on or after 1 April 2025
- SC/ST certificates must follow the latest UP Government format
- Candidates from other states under reserved categories will be treated as General category
- All documents must be valid and self-attested
Special Rule: BDS to MBBS Upgrade Opportunity
- Candidates previously allotted BDS seats can now apply for MBBS seats
- They must pay the MBBS level security deposit
- This acts as a final upgrade opportunity in the counselling process
How to Register for UP NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round
- Visit the official website: upneet.gov.in
- Click on “UP NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Registration”
- Enter NEET roll number and personal details
- Pay the ₹2,000 registration fee
- Pay the applicable security deposit
- Upload all required documents
- Fill and prioritize college choices
- Lock choices before deadline
- Download confirmation receipt for future reference
Critical Warning: Strict Penalty Rule
Candidates must understand the serious consequences before applying:
- If a candidate gets a seat but does not join, then:
- Full security deposit will be forfeited
- Candidate will be debarred from UP NEET UG 2026-27 counselling
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Regularly check updates on official portals
- Carefully read the UP NEET counselling brochure
- Use only your own bank account for payments
- Upload accurate and verified documents
- Choose colleges based on rank and realistic chances
- Report to the allotted institute within deadline
Where to Check UP NEET Stray Vacancy Updates
- upneet.gov.in – Main counselling portal
- dgme.up.gov.in – Official DGME website
- NEET2026.com – Student-friendly updates and guidance
FAQs – UP NEET UG 2025 Stray Vacancy Round
Who can apply for UP NEET UG 2025 stray vacancy round?
Candidates who did not get any seat in earlier rounds are eligible.
What is the registration fee?
₹2,000 (non refundable), plus security deposit.
Can AIQ seat holders apply?
No, AIQ or other state counselling candidates are not eligible.
What is the security deposit for private MBBS?
₹2,00,000.
Can BDS students upgrade to MBBS?
Yes, through the stray vacancy round with required deposit.
