VCI B.V.Sc & A.H. Counselling 2026 for 15% AIQ Seats - Round 2 & Stray Round Dates Out
Veterinary Council of India
Executive Summary & Key Facts
The Veterinary Council of India has issued an official recruitment notification for Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc & A.H) Admission, announcing a total of 734 vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 01 September 2026 and closes on 10 September 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold NEET UG 2026 Qualified, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. The selection procedure comprises Based on NEET UG 2026 merit and online counselling.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
📅 Important Dates & Schedule
| Result Date | 04 Sep 2026 |
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📝 Detailed Notification Guide
The Veterinary Council of India (VCI) has released the detailed schedule for Round 2 and Stray Round of VCI Counselling 2026 for admission to the Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc & A.H) course. This counselling process aims to fill 734 seats under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) in various veterinary colleges across India. Candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026 are eligible to participate. All counselling activities, including registration, choice filling, and seat allotment, will be conducted through the official portal, vci.admissions.nic.in.
VCI B.V.Sc & A.H. Counselling 2026: Key Dates & Schedule
Prospective candidates should carefully note the important dates for both Round 2 and the subsequent Stray Round to ensure timely participation.
Round 2 Schedule
| Process | Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Registration and Fee Payment | September 1 to 2, 2026 |
| Choice Filling and Locking | September 1 to 2, 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Processing | September 3, 2026 |
| Result/Allotment Announcement | September 4, 2026 |
| Reporting at Allotted College | September 4 to 8, 2026 |
Stray Round Schedule
| Process | Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Registration and Fee Payment | September 9 to 10, 2026 |
| Choice Filling and Locking | September 9 to 10, 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Processing | September 11, 2026 |
| Result/Allotment Announcement | September 12, 2026 |
| Reporting at Allotted College | September 12 to 15, 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria for VCI Counselling 2026
- Candidates must have successfully qualified the NEET UG 2026 examination.
- Only candidates seeking admission under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) are eligible to participate in VCI counselling.
VCI Counselling 2026: Seats Available
A total of 734 seats for the B.V.Sc & A.H. course are being filled through this 15% All India Quota counselling by the VCI. The remaining 85% of veterinary seats in each state are filled by their respective state-level counselling authorities and are not part of this VCI counselling process.
Application Fee for VCI B.V.Sc & A.H. Counselling 2026
Candidates are required to pay a non-refundable registration fee, which varies by category and counselling round.
Registration Fee (Round 1 & Round 2)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs 1,000 |
| EWS/OBC | Rs 900 |
| SC/ST/PH/Transgender | Rs 500 |
Stray Round Participation Fee
Please note that the Stray Round participation fee is significantly higher and largely non-refundable.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC/PIO | Rs 50,000 |
| SC/ST/PH/Transgender | Rs 25,000 |
How to Apply for VCI B.V.Sc & A.H. Counselling 2026
Follow these steps to register and participate in the VCI counselling process online:
- Visit the official VCI Admissions portal: vci.admissions.nic.in.
- Register using your NEET UG 2026 details and create your unique counselling login credentials.
- Proceed to pay the applicable round-wise registration fee based on your category.
- Log in to your counselling account and fill in your preferred college and course choices. Ensure to arrange them in order of priority.
- Lock your choices before the specified deadline. If not locked manually, choices will be auto-locked at the end of the window.
- Check the seat allotment result on the announced date.
- If a seat is allotted, download your provisional allotment letter and report to the designated college within the stipulated reporting window for document verification and admission formalities.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Only candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026 are eligible to register for VCI Counselling.
- Candidates are advised not to wait until the last moment to lock their choices, as choices not manually locked will be automatically locked at the end of the registration window.
- The Stray Round participation fee is substantially higher and mostly non-refundable. Candidates should confirm seat availability and their preferences before registering for this round.
- Reporting to the allotted institute within the specified dates is mandatory. Failure to report will lead to the automatic cancellation of the allotted seat.
- Always keep printouts of your registration form, locked choices, and the final allotment letter for future reference and verification during the admission process.
