NEET Stray Round Allotment 2026: Govt MBBS Seats Close at 31,500 Rank; SC-ST Cutoff Hits 1.44 Lakh

UDAIPUR: The medical education landscape in Rajasthan and across India witnessed a decisive shift today as the neet stray round allotment 2026 results were officially released, marking the final phase of the current academic cycle. According to the data released by the counseling authorities on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, the competition for government medical seats remained intense, with the general and EWS categories closing much earlier than anticipated. In Udaipur, where hundreds of students from the Mewar region await these lists for admission into prestigious institutions like RNT Medical College, the data shows a significant trend of reserved category students outperforming expectations on open merit seats.

Detailed Breakdown of the 3,108 Allotments

The neet stray round allotment 2026 has finalized the fate of 3,108 candidates across the country. Out of these, MBBS seats accounted for the lion’s share with 2,589 allotments (83.3%). The dental wing (BDS) saw 405 allotments (13.0%), while B.Sc. Nursing accounted for 114 seats (3.7%). This round is particularly crucial for Udaipur’s local coaching hubs, as it determines the final placement of students who missed earlier rounds by narrow margins.

In the All India Quota (AIQ), 1,421 seats were allotted for government MBBS and dental colleges, while the Open Seat Quota saw 77 allotments. Interestingly, 46.2% of the total seats in this round were categorized as self-financed, reflecting the growing reliance on private infrastructure to meet medical education demands. While the city focuses on the उदयपुर जिला परिषद चुनाव: मजदूर से लेकर सीए और पूर्व विधायक तक मैदान में, 25 वार्डों के लिए कल मतदान, the academic community remains fixated on these medical cutoffs.

“The performance of reserved category students in the open merit list this year is a testament to the increasing quality of competitive preparation in regional centers like Udaipur.” — Dr. S.K. Sharma, Medical Education Consultant

• MBBS Dominance: 2,589 seats filled in the final stray round.
• Nursing Intake: 114 seats allotted for B.Sc. Nursing programs.
• AIIMS Allotments: 41 seats filled across various AIIMS campuses, including AIIMS Jodhpur and Rishikesh.

Category-Wise Closing Ranks for Government MBBS Seats

The following table illustrates the opening and closing rank dynamics for non-disabled government MBBS seats in the 2026 Stray Round. These figures represent the final threshold for aspirants seeking subsidized medical education.

Reserved Category Merit: A Paradigm Shift

One of the most striking revelations from the neet stray round allotment 2026 data is the stellar performance of reserved category candidates on open merit seats. Out of 1,345 OBC candidates who secured seats, a staggering 960 (71.4%) did so by qualifying under the open category rank threshold. This trend suggests that the gap between general and OBC merit is narrowing significantly in the 2026-27 academic session.

Similarly, other categories showed strong merit-based performance. Among EWS candidates, 86 out of 212 (40.6%) secured open seats. For SC candidates, 163 out of 427 (38.2%) made it to the open list, and 39 out of 162 ST candidates (24.1%) achieved the same. This shift is vital for policy-makers and educators in the Mewar region to understand as they plan future scholarship and coaching programs.

Institutional Highlights: AIIMS and JIPMER

The stray round also saw the final filling of seats in premier national institutes. AIIMS Bhubaneswar remained the most sought-after, with its government MBBS seats closing at the 3,782 rank. Across all AIIMS campuses, 41 seats were successfully allotted to candidates who had opted for the stray round. JIPMER Karaikal also saw 9 seats being filled in this final phase.

For local students in Udaipur, these national allotments serve as a benchmark. While some residents are dealing with the Udaipur Ward 43 Water Crisis: Kaladwas Residents Thirsty Despite 2-Year-Old Tank Standing Idle, the student population is more concerned with the logistical requirements of joining these distant campuses before the session commencement deadline.

• AIIMS Bhubaneswar: Top rank at 3,782 for the stray round.
• JIPMER Karaikal: 9 seats filled in the final allotment phase.
• Regional Impact: High preference for AIIMS Jodhpur among Rajasthan-based toppers.

Closing Rank Analysis: Category-Wise Thresholds

The cutoff data for non-disabled government MBBS seats provides a clear picture of the 2026 competition levels. The Open category started at 3,782 and concluded at 28,515. OBC followed closely, closing at 28,601. The EWS category saw its final seat allotted at 31,430, which is currently the absolute ceiling for ‘General-adjacent’ categories in government medical colleges.

For SC and ST candidates, the ranks extended much further, providing broader access to medical education. The SC category closing rank was 1,27,165, while the ST category extended to 1,44,533. These figures are essential for aspirants planning their 2027 attempts, as they indicate the minimum percentile required to secure a government-funded seat in the current economic and competitive climate.

Next Steps for Allotted Candidates

Candidates who have been successfully allotted seats in the neet stray round allotment 2026 must now proceed with the physical reporting and document verification process. It is mandatory to carry original certificates, including the NEET 2026 Admit Card, Scorecard, Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, and category certificates where applicable. Failure to report within the stipulated timeframe will result in the forfeiture of the seat and the security deposit.

The Udaipur District Administration and local medical colleges have set up help desks to assist students from the Mewar region with the transition. As the academic session is set to begin shortly, candidates are advised to complete their medical fitness examinations and fee payments immediately to avoid last-minute technical glitches in the portal.

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