The Gujarat government has taken swift action to fill vacant seats in ayurveda and homeopathy courses. Following a central directive, the state has announced a fresh round of counselling for 139 seats. This move comes after the Ayush ministry and the National Commission for Homoeopathy extended the admission deadline to January 23.
Revised Choice-Filling Window Opens
The Gujarat admission committee has opened a revised choice-filling window from January 16 to 19. This window specifically addresses the 83 vacant seats in ayurveda and 56 in homeopathy. The extension provides a crucial opportunity for students who missed out earlier.
Eligibility Criteria and Seat Details
Only candidates who were included in the earlier merit list will be considered for these seats. The admission committee confirms that no fresh registrations will be allowed. All the vacant seats belong to the general category.
Candidates must meet NEET eligibility criteria for general category admissions. According to admission committee sources, these seats were previously offered to eligible candidates. However, they remained vacant as no one opted for them during the initial round.
Background and National Context
The extension comes after the initial December 22 deadline left a significant number of seats empty nationwide. While Gujarat had previously wrapped up its admission process, this "extra round" provides a final opportunity for students.
The central directive aims to ensure maximum seat occupancy in ayurveda and homeopathy courses across India. Gujarat's prompt implementation demonstrates the state's commitment to medical education.
What This Means for Students
Interested students will now get another chance to secure admission in these courses. The extended deadline offers a lifeline to those who qualified but couldn't secure seats earlier.
Students should note the following important points:
- The choice-filling window runs from January 16 to 19
- Only previously merit-listed candidates are eligible
- All seats are in the general category
- NEET eligibility criteria apply
This development highlights the ongoing efforts to fill medical seats and provide educational opportunities. The Gujarat admission committee expects good participation in this final round.
