The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has announced the commencement of the Stray Vacancy Round for UGMAC 2024, inviting fresh applications from eligible NEET UG 2024 candidates. This round of UGMAC 2024 counselling aims to fill vacant seats in MBBS, BDS, and B.V.Sc. courses across government and private medical/dental colleges, as well as Bihar Veterinary College.
The UGMAC 2024 Stray Vacancy Round is an essential opportunity for eligible candidates who were not allotted seats in earlier rounds to secure admission to Bihar’s medical and veterinary programs. BCECEB has specified eligibility criteria and outlined the application process for interested candidates.
Important Dates For UGMAC 2024 Stray Vacancy Round
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Seat Matrix Release | November 5, 2024 |
| Willingness Submission | November 5 - November 8, 2024 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Fresh Registration Start date | November 5, 2024 |
| Fresh Registration Last date | November 8, 2024 (till 10:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Payment and Final Submission | November 8, 2024 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Online Editing of Application | November 9, 2024 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Rank Card / Merit List Publication | November 11, 2024 |
| Choice Filling | To be announced later |
UGMAC 2024: Eligibility For Stray Vacancy Round Counseling
Candidates eligible to participate in the Stray Vacancy Round must meet certain criteria:
- Fresh Registration: Candidates who have not submitted an application form in previous rounds of UGMAC 2024.
- Exceptions: Candidates who were admitted in previous rounds or through All India Quota (AIQ) counselling, as well as those admitted through NEET UG counselling 2024 in other states, are not eligible. Any misrepresentation will lead to forfeiture of the security deposit.
UGMAC 2024: Application Process For Stray Vacancy Round
Visit the official BCECEB website and access the “Online Application Portal of UGMAC-2024” to register. Now, complete the application with personal, academic, and contact details. Candidates should upload the necessary documents, including a recent passport-sized photo and signature. After registration, candidates must submit their willingness for the Stray Vacancy Round on the UGMAC portal and pay the non-refundable counselling and registration fee according to category and institution type.
UGMAC 2024 Counselling Fee & Security Deposit
| Institution Type | Counselling Fee (Gen/OBC/EWS) | Counselling Fee (SC/ST) |
| Government Medical/Dental/Veterinary | ₹1,200 | ₹600 |
| Private Medical Colleges | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| Private Dental Colleges | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
Note: Security deposits vary based on the institution and category, with amounts ranging from INR 5,000 to INR 2,00,000. The deposit must be paid online, and processing charges may apply.
Document Required For UGMAC 2024 Counseling
Candidates should ensure they have the following documents ready for verification:
- NEET UG 2024 Admit Card and Scorecard
- 10th and 12th Mark Sheets and Passing Certificates
- Residential Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS/DQ Certificate (if applicable)
- Six Passport-sized Photographs
- UGMAC 2024 Online Application Form Printout (Part A & Part B)
- Any other relevant documents required by the admitting institution
UGMAC 2024: Guidelines For Candidates
- After submitting willingness, candidates can edit pre-filled data, but additional fees may apply depending on changes.
- Previous choices will be nullified, and fresh choices will need to be submitted during this round.
- In case of discrepancies, MCC rules will take precedence over state-level norms.
- Candidates allotted seats in the Stray Vacancy Round must complete admission formalities at the respective institution. Failure to do so will render them ineligible for future counselling rounds.
- NRI candidates must submit specific documents as per guidelines, including embassy certificates and an affidavit from the sponsor. DQ (Disability Quota) candidates must have their certificates issued by authorized centres.
For detailed eligibility, registration steps, document requirements, and updates refer to the BCECEB website at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
