JKBOPEE Announces Special Stray Round Counselling for BDS & DDM/DDH Courses 2025 and 2nd Round Counselling for DNB Courses 2025
The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (JKBOPEE) has issued two important notifications on 07 January 2026 regarding counselling for admission to various medical and dental courses for the academic session 2025. These notifications relate to the Special Stray Round-3 of Physical Counselling for BDS, DDM and DDH Courses 2025 and the 2nd Round Counselling (Upgradation/Allotment) for DNB Courses 2025.
Candidates aspiring to secure admission under these categories are advised to read the notifications carefully and attend counselling as per the prescribed schedule and eligibility criteria.
This article provides a complete overview of both announcements to help candidates stay informed and prepared.
🔹 Special Stray Round-3 Counselling for BDS Course 2025
NEET-UG-NN-003 Dated 07-01-2026
JKBOPEE has announced the Special Stray Round-3 of Physical Counselling for admission to the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) Course 2025 in Government and Private Dental Colleges of Jammu and Kashmir. This round has been scheduled to fill the remaining vacant seats after the earlier counselling rounds.
Who is eligible?
Candidates must:
- Have qualified NEET-UG
- Be registered with JKBOPEE
- Not already hold an allotted seat or wish to participate for an upgrade
- Fulfil all eligibility norms as per previous notifications
This round is particularly beneficial for:
✔ Candidates who could not secure a seat earlier
✔ Students seeking better college options
✔ Candidates who missed previous counselling
🔹 Counselling for DDM/DDH Courses 2025
Alongside BDS counselling, JKBOPEE has also notified the Special Stray Round of Physical Counselling for DDM (Diploma in Dental Mechanics) and DDH (Diploma in Dental Hygiene) Courses 2025.
These diploma-level courses provide excellent career opportunities in dental support professions and are offered in recognized dental institutes of the Union Territory.
Candidates eligible for these programmes must ensure they meet the qualification and document requirements laid down by JKBOPEE.
📌 Important Instructions for BDS & DDM/DDH Candidates
- Attendance at counselling is mandatory in person
- Candidates must bring all original documents
- Seat allocation will be strictly based on merit and availability
- Once allotted, admission must be completed within the stipulated time
- Failure to join after allotment may lead to cancellation of candidature
Candidates are strongly advised to regularly visit the official JKBOPEE website for updates and schedules.
🔹 2nd Round Counselling for DNB Courses 2025 Announced
NEET-PG-DNB-NN-004 Dated 07-01-2026
In another major announcement, JKBOPEE has notified the 2nd Round of Physical Counselling (Upgradation/Allotment) for Diplomate of National Board (DNB) Courses 2025 under the NEET-PG category.
This round is meant for:
✔ Upgradation of already allotted candidates
✔ Fresh allotment against remaining seats
✔ Category-wise allocation based on NEET-PG merit
DNB programmes provide postgraduate medical training recognized at par with MD/MS degrees and are considered highly prestigious among medical professionals.
📍 Key Highlights of DNB Counselling 2025
- Counselling will be carried out physically at JKBOPEE offices
- Merit-cum-preference basis will determine seat allocation
- Candidates already holding seats may choose upgradation
- New participants must ensure proper registration and eligibility
- All documents must be presented in original
Candidates who fail to attend the counselling session will forfeit their claim for admission in this round.
📝 Documents Required During Counselling
Candidates appearing for any of the above-mentioned counselling rounds should carry:
- NEET-UG / NEET-PG scorecard
- JKBOPEE registration form
- Domicile certificate
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- 10th & 12th certificates (for UG courses)
- MBBS degree certificate (for DNB)
- Internship completion certificate (for DNB)
- Identity proof
- Passport-size photographs
Incomplete documentation may lead to disqualification.
🌐 Why These Notifications Matter
With limited seats available in professional medical and dental courses, these Special Stray and Second Round Counselling sessions provide an important opportunity for deserving candidates. Students who could not secure admission earlier still have a fair chance to enter prestigious institutions in Jammu & Kashmir.
JKBOPEE continues to ensure transparency, merit-based allocation and strict adherence to regulatory guidelines.
📎 Download Official Notifications (PDF)
Candidates can read the complete notifications here:
🔗 Special Stray Round-3 BDS & DDM/DDH 2025 Notification
https://www.jkbopee.gov.in/Pdf/Downloader.ashx?nid=17432&type=n
🔗 2nd Round DNB Counselling 2025 Notification
https://www.jkbopee.gov.in/Pdf/Downloader.ashx?nid=17434&type=n
✅ Final Note
All aspiring medical and dental candidates are encouraged to stay alert, check the official website frequently, and attend the counselling strictly as per schedule. Missing these rounds may result in loss of admission opportunities for the 2025 session.
For the latest updates, visit: www.jkbopee.gov.in
