Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, has announced the schedule for the Stray Round of Punjab State online counselling for undergraduate medical admissions through NEET UG 2026. The counselling process covers eligible candidates seeking admission to MBBS and BDS courses under the Punjab State counselling system for the 2026–27 academic session.

According to the university notification, candidates must complete the applicable registration, willingness submission and security deposit formalities within the prescribed deadlines. The provisional merit list will be displayed on October 19, 2026, followed by online choice filling on October 20 and 21.

Punjab NEET UG 2026 Stray Round: Important Dates

Candidates should complete each step within the specified timeline. The university may apply any subsequent amendments or notices issued by the relevant authorities.

Punjab NEET UG Stray Round Registration Fee

Fresh applicants must complete online registration and submit the prescribed application fee through the university payment portal. The application fee, including Goods and Services Tax (GST), is as follows:

Freshly registered candidates must also submit their willingness to participate in the Stray Round and deposit the applicable security amount. Failure to complete these requirements within the prescribed period may result in the candidate being excluded from the counselling round.

Candidates who did not join a seat allotted in Round 1 or Round 2 and were not allotted a seat in Round 3 are required to register afresh and deposit the applicable security amount again.

Security Deposit for Punjab NEET UG 2026 Stray Round

The security deposit depends on the type of colleges selected and the candidate's applicable category.

The willingness submission and security deposit requirements apply to both fresh applicants and candidates already registered during earlier counselling rounds. Candidates should verify their applicable requirements through the official university counselling portal before making payment.

Choice Filling and Seat Allotment Process

Eligible candidates can submit their online preferences for courses, colleges, quotas and categories from October 20 to October 21, 2026. The university will process seat allotments and display the provisional allotment result on October 22.

Candidates who wish to raise objections to the provisional seat allotment must submit them in person at the Admission Branch of Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot, by October 23, 2026, up to 3:00 PM. The objections must include relevant supporting documents or records. Objections sent by email, post or any other mode will not be accepted.

Reporting and Admission at Allotted Colleges

Candidates allotted seats during the Stray Round must report to their respective colleges between October 24 and October 26, 2026, to complete admission and joining formalities.

After document verification and confirmation of eligibility, candidates must pay the balance fee through the university payment gateway. The payable amount will be the six-month fee after adjustment of the security deposit already submitted.

Candidates should keep their required documents ready and follow the instructions issued by the university and the allotted institution.

NRI Quota and Christian Minority Verification

Candidates applying under the NRI quota must submit the Admission Application Form by October 16, 2026, up to 4:00 PM. The university has clarified that the application for an Eligibility Certificate and the NRI Admission Application Form are separate documents available on its website.

Candidates applying under the Christian Minority Quota must report to Christian Medical College, Ludhiana, for minority status verification by October 19, 2026, up to 3:00 PM, if their status has not already been verified during an earlier counselling round. Candidates whose minority status was verified in Round 1, Round 2 or Round 3 do not need to report again.

Who Is Not Eligible for the Punjab NEET UG Stray Round?

As per the university notification, the following candidates are not eligible to participate in the Stray Round:

• Candidates who have not registered for the Stray Round.

• Candidates who have already joined or are holding a seat up to Round 3 of Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) counselling or any state counselling.

• Candidates who were allotted a seat in Round 3 of Punjab State counselling but did not report for joining.

Candidates who have joined a seat through any state counselling or MCC counselling will be screened out before provisional seat allotment. All other candidates may participate, subject to fulfilment of the applicable eligibility conditions.

Is Upgradation Allowed in the Stray Round?

No. The university has clearly stated that seat upgradation is not permitted during the Stray Vacancy Round of counselling. Candidates should therefore review their preferences carefully before submitting their choices.

What Happens if Seats Remain Vacant in the BDS Course?

The notification states that if an adequate number of candidates are not available for the BDS course, candidates who are not eligible for 85% state quota seats may also be considered for the remaining seats, subject to the applicable rules.

Candidates should regularly check the official BFUHS website for updates, detailed instructions and any amendments to the counselling schedule.

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