UP CNET 2026 Stray Round Vacant Seat, Top BSc Nursing Colleges & CNET Counselling 2026

UP CNET 2026 Stray Round is the final admission opportunity for candidates who were not allotted seats in earlier counselling rounds or are seeking admission in remaining vacant seats of nursing colleges. Through this stray vacancy round, students can secure admission in BSc Nursing and other nursing programs based on available seats after regular counselling.

In this article, candidates can understand UP CNET 2026 stray round dates, vacant seat details, choice filling process, seat allotment rules, reporting guidelines and top BSc Nursing colleges under counselling.

UP CNET 2026 Stray Round

The UP CNET counselling process is conducted for admission into nursing courses in Uttar Pradesh. After completion of regular rounds, remaining seats are filled through the stray vacancy round.

Candidates must carefully check the official vacant seat matrix before applying. Admission depends on CNET rank, category, seat availability and college preference.

UP CNET counselling date 2026

Event	Dates
Round 1 counselling
Registrations and choice filling	June 14, 2026
End of registration and choice filling for online counselling	June 18, 2026
Announcement of seat allocation	June 21, 2026
Acceptance of seat allocation and the admission process	June 22 to July 1, 2026
Last date for reporting at allotted college	July 1, 2026
Round 2 counselling
Registration and choice filling start date	July 6, 2026
End of Registration for Online Counselling & Choice Filling	July 11, 2026
Seat allotment result	July 14, 2026
Acceptance of seat allocation and admission process	July 15 to 20, 2026
Reporting and joining	July 20, 2026
Mop up round
Display of Seat Matrix	July 24, 2026
Resignation for Round 1 & Round 2 allotted candidates	July 24 to 27, 2026
Display of Post-Resignation Seat Matrix	July 28, 2026
Registration and choice filling	July 28, 2026
End of Registration & Choice Filling	July 31, 2026
Seat allotment result	August 1, 2026
Acceptance of seat allocation and admission process	August 1 to 5, 2026
Reporting and joining	August 5, 2026

UP CNET 2026 Stray Round Highlights

Events	Dates
Online registration	August 11 to 19, 2026
Offline counselling	August 24, 2026

The stray round vacant seat matrix includes all remaining seats after previous counselling rounds. These seats vary based on college, course, category and withdrawals.

Vacant seat information generally includes:

College name, course name, seat category, number of seats, government or private status and other admission details.

Candidates must always refer to the latest official seat matrix instead of previous year data.

How to Check UP CNET 2026 Stray Round Vacant Seats?

Candidates can check vacant seats through the official counselling portal by following the steps below:

Visit official UP CNET counselling website

Open counselling 2026 section

Select stray vacancy round option

Choose course and category

View or download seat matrix

Check available seats carefully

Fill choices based on rank and preference

UP CNET BSc Nursing 2026 Counselling

The counselling process is conducted for eligible candidates who qualify the entrance exam. It includes multiple stages from registration to college reporting.

Registration → Fee Payment → Choice Filling → Choice Locking → Seat Allotment → Fee Payment → Document Verification → College Reporting

Each step must be completed within the given schedule to avoid cancellation of candidature.

UP CNET 2026 Choice Filling

Choice filling is a very important step in counselling. Candidates should select multiple colleges instead of limited options.

Important factors to consider:

CNET rank, category, college location, fees, hostel facility, clinical exposure, seat availability and previous year trends.

Choices should be arranged from highest preference to lowest preference before locking.

UP CNET 2026 Stray Round Seat Allotment

Seat allotment is done based on merit, category, availability of seats and choices filled by candidates.

Allotment depends on:

Rank, reservation rules, seat availability, eligibility and counselling guidelines.

Selected candidates must complete admission formalities within the given time period.

What After UP CNET Stray Round Seat Allotment?

After seat allotment, candidates must follow these steps:

Download allotment letter

Check allotted college details

Pay admission fee if required

Complete document verification

Report to college on time

Submit original documents

Complete admission process

Failure to report on time may lead to cancellation of seat.

UP CNET BSc Nursing 2026 Top Colleges

Candidates should not select colleges only based on name. Factors like recognition, infrastructure, clinical training and fees are also important.

Some well-known institutions include:

King George’s Medical University Lucknow

Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Institute Lucknow

SGPGIMS Lucknow

Institute of Medical Sciences BHU Varanasi

Other government and private nursing colleges under counselling

Note: College list may change every year, so candidates must check official 2026 list.

Government vs Private BSc Nursing College

Government Colleges

Government colleges offer lower fees and better clinical exposure but have higher competition for admission.

Private Colleges

Private colleges may have more seats in later rounds but candidates must verify recognition, fees and facilities before admission.

Documents Required for UP CNET Counselling 2026

• UP CNET admit card
• Result or scorecard
• Rank card if available
• Class 10 marksheet
• Class 12 marksheet
• Transfer certificate
• Migration certificate if applicable
• Category certificate if applicable
• Domicile certificate if required
• Passport size photographs
• Valid ID proof
• Medical fitness certificate if required
• Counselling documents

Important Points for UP CNET 2026 Stray Round

• Check official seat matrix before applying
• Do not rely on old data
• Fill multiple choices
• Verify college recognition
• Complete fee payment on time
• Keep all documents ready
• Report to college within deadline
• Follow official instructions carefully

UP CNET 2026 Counselling FAQs

When will stray round be conducted?

It will be conducted after regular counselling rounds based on vacant seats.

Where to check vacant seats?

Vacant seats are available on official UP CNET counselling portal.

Can I participate in stray round?

Eligibility depends on official counselling rules and notification.

Can I get government college in stray round?

Yes, if seats remain vacant and candidate meets eligibility criteria.

Which is best BSc Nursing college?

It depends on ranking, facilities, fees, location and clinical exposure.

What after seat allotment?

Complete fee payment, document verification and report to allotted college.