Bihar NEET UG 2025 Stray-Vacancy Round Opens; 299 MBBS, BDS Seats Up for Grabs

The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has started the Stray Vacancy Round for NEET UG 2025 counselling, offering candidates one final opportunity to secure admission to MBBS, BDS, and BVSc & A.H courses in the state. A total of 299 seats remain vacant after previous counselling rounds and are now available for allotment.
Vacant Seat Breakdown
MBBS Seats
48 seats in government medical colleges
167 seats in private medical colleges
BDS Seats
6 seats in government dental colleges
9 seats in private dental colleges
BVSc & A.H Seats
19 seats available in veterinary colleges
This marks the final chance for medical and dental aspirants to participate in the state counselling process for this academic year.
Stray Vacancy Registration & Choice Filling
The registration process and choice-filling window have officially opened.
Only those candidates who did not secure a seat in any previous round are eligible to apply.
Steps Involved
Register / Login on the counselling portal
Pay the applicable counselling fee
Fill and lock choices for preferred MBBS/BDS/BVSc colleges
Await seat allotment as per merit and availability
Candidates are advised to double-check their choices before locking, as this is the final opportunity to participate in Bihar’s NEET UG counselling for 2025.
Why This Round Matters
This is the final state-level round for filling medical and dental seats in Bihar.
Many candidates who missed out earlier now have a chance to secure admission.
Seats left unfilled after this round will remain vacant as per counselling rules.
Important Advice for Students
Prepare all necessary certificates and documents in advance.
Keep an eye on the counselling schedule to avoid missing the seat allotment reporting deadline.
Prioritise colleges wisely based on cutoff trends and realistic chances.
