The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Assam, has released an educational notice announcing the Stray Round online counselling process for admission to vacant first-year MBBS and BDS seats in government medical and dental colleges across the state for the 2026 academic session.

According to the notice dated October 16, 2026, eligible NEET UG 2026 candidates can participate in the counselling process, provided they meet the eligibility conditions specified under the Medical Colleges and Dental Colleges of Assam (Regulation of Admission into 1st Year MBBS/BDS Courses) Rules, 2017, as amended up to 2026.

Candidates must complete registration, fill in their college preferences and follow the prescribed admission schedule through the official DME Assam website.

Assam NEET UG Stray Round Counselling 2026: Important Dates

Candidates should note the following schedule for the Stray Round counselling process.

Candidates should complete each step within the specified deadline. The notice states that choices will be locked automatically after the choice-locking window closes if a candidate has not locked them earlier.

Eligibility for Assam NEET UG Stray Round 2026

Candidates must satisfy the applicable admission requirements to participate in the Stray Round counselling. The main eligibility conditions specified in the notice include:

• Candidates must have qualified NEET UG 2026, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

• Candidates must meet the applicable NEET UG 2026 cut-off score.

• Candidates must fulfil the eligibility requirements under the Assam MBBS/BDS admission rules, as amended up to 2026.

• Candidates must comply with the applicable Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) counselling scheme and eligibility restrictions.

Important Restriction for Candidates Who Joined Earlier Rounds

DME Assam has highlighted an important restriction based on the NEET UG 2026 Information Bulletin and Counselling Scheme published by the Medical Counselling Committee.

Candidates who have joined a seat through Round 3 of All India Quota or State Quota counselling will not be eligible to participate in further rounds of All India Quota or State Quota counselling, as stated in the notice.

Candidates should carefully review their previous counselling and admission status before registering for the Stray Round.

How to Participate in Assam NEET UG Stray Round Counselling

Eligible candidates should follow these steps:

1. Visit the official DME Assam website at dme.assam.gov.in.

2. Access the NEET UG 2026 Stray Round counselling portal.

3. Complete online registration by October 17, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

4. Fill in the available college choices between October 18 and October 19.

5. Lock the choices on October 19 within the specified time.

6. Check the counselling result and admission instructions on October 21.

7. If provisionally selected, report to the allotted institution between October 25 and October 26, 2026, as directed.

Candidates should regularly check the official website for updates, allotment details and instructions regarding admission.

Seat Allotment and Admission Process

The seat allotment process is scheduled for October 20, 2026. DME Assam will publish the result along with admission instructions on October 21.

Provisionally selected candidates must complete admission at their respective allotted institutions between October 25 and October 26, 2026, according to the directions issued by the Directorate.

Candidates should follow the official reporting instructions and ensure that they complete the admission process within the prescribed period.

Official Website for Assam NEET UG Counselling 2026

Candidates can access the counselling portal and check official updates through the following website.

For Counselling & Admission Guidance, Call or WhatsApp: 9340961481

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