The Directorate of Medical Education, Tamil Nadu has issued Notification 45 announcing a revised schedule for the stray vacancy round of NEET UG 2026 counselling for MBBS and BDS admissions. This important update affects all candidates who are participating in the final round of Tamil Nadu state quota counselling.
Revised Stray Vacancy Round Schedule
The Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee has modified the timeline for the stray vacancy round due to administrative requirements. Candidates who have registered for this final round must note the new dates to avoid missing crucial deadlines.
Who Can Participate in Stray Vacancy Round
The stray vacancy round is the final opportunity for MBBS and BDS seat allocation in Tamil Nadu. This round typically includes:
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates participating in the Tamil Nadu NEET 2026 stray vacancy round must carefully follow the revised schedule. The notification emphasizes the importance of adhering to new deadlines as no extensions will be provided.
Next Steps After Seat Allotment
Selected candidates in the stray vacancy round will need to complete admission formalities at their allotted colleges within the specified timeframe. Late reporting may result in forfeiture of the allocated seat.
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