West Bengal NEET UG Medical Admission Process
WBMCC conducts centralised online counselling for 85% State Quota seats in Government medical colleges and Private State/Management Quota seats across West Bengal.
Counselling Authority
WBMCC Kolkata
State Quota
85%
Reference MBBS intake / colleges
See current matrix / See current list
Overview
WBMCC conducts centralised online counselling for 85% State Quota seats in Government medical colleges and Private State/Management Quota seats across West Bengal.
Counselling Authority & Official Portal
Authority Name
West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC), Department of Health & Family Welfare
Official Website
https://wbmcc.nic.inCounselling Portal
https://wbmcc.nic.inHelpline
033-23330100
Current source documents
Official authority page for the current 2026 UG counselling process and source index.
Current Round 2 registration, verification, choice, allotment and reporting schedule; server-time cut-offs apply.
One-time re-registration facility for specified non-allotted candidates; fresh registration/security deposit is from Round 3 onward, and no surrender is allowed after Round 3 allotment.
Eligibility Criteria
Summary
NEET UG 2026 qualified. For State Quota seats, candidate must satisfy Proforma a1, a2, or b domicile conditions.
Domicile Rule
Proforma a1/a2: Candidate residing in WB continuously for at least 10 years. Proforma b: Candidate residing outside but parents are permanent residents of WB.
Reservation & Category Quota
| Category | Reservation | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | See current matrix/rules | Open General Merit; use the current WBMCC matrix for the applicable seat count. |
| OBC-A | See current matrix/rules | More Backward Category A; confirm the applicable current certificate and seat rule. |
| OBC-B | See current matrix/rules | Backward Category B; confirm the applicable current certificate and seat rule. |
| SC | See current matrix/rules | Scheduled Caste; use the current WBMCC notice and matrix. |
| ST | See current matrix/rules | Scheduled Tribe; use the current WBMCC notice and matrix. |
| EWS | See current matrix/rules | Economically Weaker Sections; use the current WBMCC notice and matrix. |
| PwD | See current matrix/rules | Persons with Disabilities; follow the current verification notice and matrix. |
Step-by-Step Counselling Process
Online Registration & Fee Payment
Register on wbmcc.nic.in, pay counselling fee online, and generate acknowledgment slip.
Physical Document Verification
Visit designated Medical College verification centre for physical document screening.
State Merit List Publication
WBMCC publishes list of successfully verified candidates with state ranks.
Choice Filling & Locking
Select college options online and lock choices before deadline.
Seat Allotment Result
Round-wise allotment result declared on portal. WBMCC's 9 September notice says admission is mandatory after allotment from Round 3 onward and seat surrender is not allowed.
Physical Reporting & Admission
Report to allotted medical college with verification slip and original documents.
Important Dates
| Event | Official date status |
|---|---|
| Online Registration & Fee Payment (revised) | 13 Aug, 11 AM – 23 Aug, 6 PM |
| Verification at Assigned Centres | 14, 17, 18 and 21 Aug, 11 AM – 4 PM |
| Verified Candidate List & Round 1 Seat Matrix | 25 Aug 2026, after 12 noon |
| Round 1 Choice Filling & Choice Locking | 25 Aug, 4 PM – 27 Aug, 4 PM |
| Round 1 Allotment Result | 31 Aug 2026, after 4 PM |
| Reporting & Admission at Allotted Institute | 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Sep, 10 AM – 4 PM |
| Round 2 Online Registration | 7 Sep, 1 PM – 9 Sep, 6 PM (server time) |
| Round 2 Online Fee Payment | 7 Sep, 1 PM – 9 Sep, midnight (server time) |
| Round 2 Candidate Verification | 8, 9 and 10 Sep, 11 AM – 4 PM (software-assigned slot; not applicable to NRI candidates) |
| Round 2 Seat Surrender | 11 and 12 Sep, 10 AM – 3 PM |
| Verified Candidate List & Round 2 Seat Matrix | 12 Sep 2026, after 4 PM |
| Round 2 Choice Filling & Choice Locking | 12 Sep, 6 PM – 14 Sep, 10 AM (server time) |
| Round 2 Allotment Result | 15 Sep 2026, after 6 PM |
| Round 2 Reporting & Admission | 16, 17 and 18 Sep, 10 AM – 4 PM (server time) |
Key Points to Remember
- The verified WBMCC Round 1 snapshot covers 47 college entries and 7,141 listed seats; listed counselling seats are not regulator-approved intake or live vacancies
- Mandatory physical document verification at designated government medical colleges before choice filling
- Private medical colleges offer State Quota seats (lower fee) and Management Quota seats
- The 9 September 2026 urgent notice provides a one-time email initiation window from 16–18 September for specified candidates who remained non-allotted through Round 2 and could not pay the applicable private-college security deposit; fresh registration is from Round 3 onward and Round 3 allotment cannot be surrendered
- Top colleges: Medical College Kolkata (MCK), IPGMER / SSKM Hospital, NRS Medical College, RG Kar Medical College
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the official website for West Bengal NEET counselling?
The official website is wbmcc.nic.in.
What are Proforma a1, a2, and b in West Bengal counselling?
These are official domicile certificates proving 10+ years residency or parental permanent residency in West Bengal.
Are private medical college state quota seats cheaper in WB?
Yes, WB private medical colleges offer state quota seats with subsidized government-regulated tuition fees.
Can a candidate surrender a West Bengal seat after Round 3 allotment?
The WBMCC urgent notice dated 9 September 2026 says admission is mandatory after allotment from Round 3 onward and seat surrender is not allowed. Read the latest notice for the operative conditions.
Explore West Bengal Medical Colleges
View complete list of MBBS and BDS colleges in West Bengal with seat matrix, fee structure, and cutoff ranks
Official Source
Authority
WBMCC Kolkata
Website
https://wbmcc.nic.inQuick Stats
- State Quota
- 85%
- Reference MBBS intake
- See current matrix
- Medical Colleges
- See current list
- Courses
- 5
Reference values are not live vacancy totals. Confirm current rules, seat scope, and any source-specific figures with the official authority.