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MBBS Vacancies Rise to 946 as 109 Allotted Candidates Fail to Join
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What Happened?
The number of MBBS vacancies has increased to 946 for the special stray round, following 109 candidates' failure to join their allotted colleges. Tamil Nadu has the highest number of vacancies.
Key points
- 946 MBBS vacancies are available, up from 837.
- Tamil Nadu has 688 vacancies; Puducherry has 187.
- 25 vacancies are in Karnataka and 13 in Maharashtra.
- 920 vacancies are in deemed universities.
- Registration for the special stray round closes on Nov 4.
- Candidates can fill choices until Nov 5, with allotments announced on Nov 7.
Key insights
- The rise in vacancies indicates a potential mismatch between student preferences and available seats.
- Institutions may need to adjust their fee structures to attract more candidates.
- The situation highlights ongoing challenges in medical admissions across India.
Why it matters
The increase in vacancies may affect students seeking MBBS admissions.
Source
Times of India
