KEA UGNEET schedule: The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has issued a decisive last call for UGNEET-2025 aspirants, opening a final window for candidates to link their NEET roll numbers, submit fresh applications and download verification slips ahead of the third and final stray vacancy round for AYUSH courses. The move comes after repeated requests from qualified candidates who failed to complete these mandatory steps earlier.KEA has clarified that the opportunity is restricted to Y-class candidates, and participation in the upcoming round is contingent upon downloading the verification slip within the designated timeline. The authority has also directed applicants to review the earlier notification issued on November 25, 2025, stating that all instructions contained in it remain fully applicable.
Full schedule for 3rd and final stray vacancy round: AYUSH Courses
Here is the schedule for 3rd and final stray vacancy rounds schedule:
KEA has issued a categorical warning that candidates who fail to complete the required steps will be barred from participating in the final round of allotment. The procedures include:
Linking NEET roll numbers within the stipulated window
- Submitting fresh applications (Y-class candidates only)
- Downloading the verification slip, which is compulsory for entry into the allotment process
- Exercising fresh option entry before the cut-off
The authority has further stated that allotments made in the final stray vacancy round will be conclusive and non-negotiable.Strict Reporting ProtocolsCandidates allotted seats in this round must report to their respective colleges with all original documents by 5:30 pm on December 9, 2025. Failure to do so, whether due to incomplete documentation, delayed reporting, or failure to pay fees, will result in immediate cancellation of the seat.In its communication, KEA has emphasised that the final stray vacancy round marks the closing stage of the UGNEET-2025 AYUSH admissions cycle. With no further rounds planned, the authority has urged candidates to act with urgency and precision, warning that any lapse, however minor, will permanently disqualify them from consideration.Candidates can click on the link provided here to download the important notice related to the KEA UG NEET AYUSH final round registration.
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