UGNEET: Stray vacancy round schedule announced
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has announced the schedule for the stray vacancy round of medical and dental admissions. Candidates can apply from October 13 to 16, 2026, with specific caution deposit requirements based on seat categories.
Why it matters
This update is critical for students seeking final admission opportunities to medical and dental programs in Karnataka for the current academic year.
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) announced the seat allotment schedule for the stray vacancy round of admissions to medical and dental courses on Friday.
Candidates will be allowed to submit fresh applications from October 13 to 16, 2026.
Candidates who qualified in the current year’s UGNEET examination but have not yet registered with the KEA can apply afresh, said H. Prasanna, Executive Director of the authority.
Mr. Prasanna advised candidates to pay the application fee, download the verification slip, pay the caution deposit and then enter their options. Fresh option entry will be permitted from October 16 to 19. Payment of the caution deposit is mandatory before entering options, he said.
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