Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round: 72 MBBS & BDS Seats Available – Apply by 5 November

Latest Update: 4 November 2026

The Chhattisgarh Directorate of Medical Education (CGDME) has announced the NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round (Round 5) for admission to vacant MBBS and BDS seats in medical and dental colleges across Chhattisgarh.

According to the official notice dated 2 November 2026, eligible candidates can participate through fresh online registration or by completing the required choice-filling process if already registered.

The published seat matrix shows 72 vacant MBBS and BDS seats across participating institutions.

The registration and choice-filling process started on 3 November 2026, and the deadline is 5 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Candidates seeking MBBS admission in Chhattisgarh through management quota or BDS admission in government and private dental colleges should carefully review the eligibility conditions, available seats and counselling rules before submitting their choices.

Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Round: Important Highlights

Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Round Schedule

The counselling authority has announced the following schedule for fresh online registration and choice filling.

Important: Both online registration and choice locking close on 5 November 2026 at 11:59 PM, according to the published notice.

Candidates should complete their registration, payment requirements and college choices before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical difficulties.

Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026 Round 5 Seat Matrix

According to the published Round 5 clear-vacancy matrix, 72 seats are available, including 14 MBBS seats and 58 BDS seats.

MBBS Vacant Seats in Chhattisgarh 2026

The special stray vacancy seat matrix lists 14 available MBBS seats across four private medical colleges.

All 14 MBBS vacancies in the supplied matrix are listed under the management quota in the OP category.

Candidates interested in private MBBS admission should verify their eligibility, applicable tuition fees, registration requirements and other admission costs before participating.

BDS Vacant Seats in Chhattisgarh 2026

The published matrix also lists 58 vacant BDS seats across government and private dental colleges.

Category-wise vacancy at Government Dental College, Raipur:

• Open (OP): 1 seat

• Scheduled Caste (SC): 1 seat

• Scheduled Tribe (ST): 8 seats

Candidates should check the relevant reservation and eligibility requirements before selecting a government quota seat.

Who Is Eligible for Chhattisgarh NEET UG Special Stray Vacancy Round 2026?

The official notice specifies that the following candidates can participate, subject to the applicable admission rules:

1. Newly registering eligible candidates

Candidates meeting the relevant NEET UG 2026 counselling eligibility criteria may complete fresh online registration.

2. Previously registered candidates without a seat allotment

Candidates who registered earlier but were not allotted a seat in any previous counselling round may participate.

3. Previously registered candidates must fill choices again

Earlier college preferences have been cleared. Previously registered eligible candidates must complete fresh choice filling to be considered for seat allotment in this round.

Important restriction: Candidates who have already received a seat allotment in an earlier counselling round are not included among the eligible candidates specified in this notice.

Before applying, candidates should read the Chhattisgarh Medical, Dental and Physiotherapy Undergraduate Admission Rules, 2025, particularly the rules applicable to special stray vacancy counselling.

Important Rules for Management Quota Candidates

The notice also clarifies a special payment requirement for previously registered candidates who initially selected only government medical colleges.

Such candidates wishing to select private medical colleges must pay the difference between the prescribed registration amount for private medical colleges and the amount already deposited.

Only after completing the required additional payment can they select the relevant private medical colleges.

Candidates should verify their payable amount directly on the official counselling portal.

Important Instructions for Choice Filling

Choice filling is one of the most important steps in this counselling round.

Candidates should follow these instructions:

1. Review all participating medical and dental colleges before entering preferences.

2. Check whether the seat is available under government or management quota.

3. Verify reservation category and eligibility conditions.

4. Check the applicable tuition fees and additional admission costs.

5. Fill and lock college choices within the prescribed deadline.

6. Save confirmation details after successful submission.

Previously registered candidates must fill their preferences again, because choices from earlier counselling rounds have been cleared.

Candidates should select only those institutions in which they genuinely intend to take admission.

Will the Registration Fee Be Refunded?

The official notice contains an important warning regarding forfeiture of the registration amount.

If a candidate receives a seat allotment in the Special Stray Vacancy Round but does not take admission, or takes admission and subsequently resigns or surrenders the seat, the deposited registration amount may be forfeited under the applicable rules.

Candidates should therefore avoid choosing colleges without first checking their financial readiness and willingness to join.

Can Vacant Seats Be Reallotted?

Yes.

According to the notice, if seats remain vacant after the Special Stray Vacancy Round, or candidates surrender allotted seats, the counselling authority may conduct another allotment based on the choices already submitted during the round.

Candidates should therefore carefully arrange their college preferences.

This does not guarantee another allotment or a further opportunity to submit choices.

How to Apply for Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Round

Candidates can follow the process below:

Step 1: Visit the official Chhattisgarh NEET UG counselling portal at https://cgdme.admissions.nic.in/.

Step 2: Open the relevant NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round registration section.

Step 3: Complete fresh registration, if required, or access the existing candidate account.

Step 4: Review the eligibility conditions and complete all required application details.

Step 5: Pay the applicable registration amount or additional fee difference, wherever required.

Step 6: Check the available MBBS and BDS seats and complete choice filling.

Step 7: Lock and submit college preferences before 5 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Step 8: Retain the acknowledgement and monitor the official portal for further allotment and admission instructions.

Documents to Keep Ready

Candidates should keep their relevant admission documents ready. Commonly required documents may include:

• NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard.

• Class 10 and Class 12 certificates and mark sheets.

• Government-issued identity proof.

• Applicable domicile and category certificates.

• Registration acknowledgement and payment receipts.

• Other documents required by the counselling authority.

Note: This is a preparatory checklist, not a verified exhaustive document list for this round. Refer to the official counselling instructions for the exact requirements.

Why Is This Round Important for MBBS and BDS Aspirants?

The Special Stray Vacancy Round provides another opportunity for eligible NEET UG candidates who remain without a seat.

For candidates exploring private MBBS admission, the published matrix lists four institutions with available management quota seats.

For BDS candidates, the matrix contains government quota and private management quota opportunities across seven dental institutions.

However, a vacant seat does not guarantee admission. Final allotment depends on eligibility, merit, applicable reservation rules, valid choice filling and the counselling authority's allotment process.

Candidates should make informed decisions based on their rank, eligibility and financial budget.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the last date for Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Vacancy Round registration?

The last date for online registration is 5 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Q2. How many seats are vacant in Chhattisgarh NEET UG Round 5?

According to the supplied seat matrix, 72 seats are vacant, including 14 MBBS and 58 BDS seats.

Q3. How many MBBS management quota seats are available?

The published matrix lists 14 management quota MBBS seats across four private medical colleges.

Q4. Can previously registered candidates participate?

Yes, previously registered eligible candidates who have not received a seat allotment in an earlier round may participate, subject to the official conditions.

Q5. Is fresh choice filling compulsory?

Yes. The notice states that earlier choices have been cleared, so eligible previously registered candidates must fill choices again.

Q6. Can a candidate who was previously allotted a seat participate?

The notice restricts this round to specified eligible candidates who have not received a seat allotment in previous rounds, along with eligible new registrants.

Q7. Is the registration amount refundable if a candidate does not join?

The authority states that registration money may be forfeited when an allotted candidate does not join or subsequently surrenders the seat, in accordance with the applicable rules.

Q8. Where can candidates apply?

Candidates should use the official Chhattisgarh counselling portal: https://cgdme.admissions.nic.in/.

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Official Sources: Directorate of Medical Education, Chhattisgarh, notice dated 2 November 2026; Chhattisgarh NEET UG 2026 Round 5 Clear Vacancy Seat Matrix.