The West Bengal Stray Vacancy Round 2024 for PG medical admissions is set to commence soon, following the modified schedule released by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of West Bengal. This final round of counselling offers candidates a chance to secure vacant seats left after the primary admission rounds. Candidates must follow the specified timelines and procedures to ensure their participation in this crucial phase of the admission process.
Revised Schedule for WB Stray Vacancy Round
According to the official notification, the stray vacancy round will be conducted online, requiring candidates to register, verify documents, and complete the choice-filling process. Below is the revised timeline:
- Online Registration: Candidates who have qualified for NEET PG 2024 can register from 11 AM on February 18, 2025, to 6 PM on February 20, 2025.
- Fee Payment: The online payment portal will remain open from 11 AM on February 18, 2025, until midnight on February 20, 2025.
- Verification of Candidates: Document verification will take place from February 19 to February 21, 2025, between 11 AM and 4 PM at designated institutions.
- Publication of Verified Candidate List & Seat Matrix: The list of successfully verified candidates along with available seats will be published on February 22, 2025, after 2 PM.
- Online Choice Filling & Locking: Candidates must complete their choice submission between February 22, 2025, at 4 PM and February 23, 2025, at midnight.
- Allotment Results: The final allotment results will be announced on February 25, 2025, after 2 PM.
- Reporting & Admission: Candidates allotted a seat must report to their designated institute between February 26 and February 28, 2025, from 10 AM to 4 PM with original documents and required fees.
Eligibility and Important Instructions
- Candidates who have already been admitted in Round 3 of the AIQ PG counselling 2024 are not eligible for the WB Stray Vacancy Round.
- The process is entirely online, and candidates must ensure successful registration and fee payment to proceed.
- Admission venues for private medical colleges will be specified separately on the WB counselling website.
- No personal communication will be sent, candidates are advised to check the official website regularly for updates.
Final Thoughts
The West Bengal Stray Vacancy Round 2024 is a critical opportunity for NEET PG candidates seeking admission into postgraduate medical courses in West Bengal. Adhering to the schedule and fulfilling all requirements will ensure a smooth admission process. For further details, candidates should refer to the official West Bengal PG Medical Counselling portal.