Students waiting for West Bengal NEET UG Counselling 2026 have an important update. The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) will conduct the West Bengal NEET UG Counselling 2026 for admission into 85% State Quota MBBS/BDS seats in Government Medical Colleges and Management & NRI Quota seats in Private Medical Colleges. The online registration process is expected to begin in early August 2026 following the declaration of NEET UG results.
Candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026 should keep all the required documents ready and regularly check the official WBMCC portal for the counselling notification.
West Bengal NEET UG Counselling 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Counselling Authority | West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) |
| Admission Courses | MBBS & BDS |
| Admission Mode | Online Counselling |
| Quota Covered | 85% State Quota, Management Quota & NRI Quota |
| Admission Basis | NEET UG 2026 Rank |
| Expected Registration | Early August 2026 |
| Official Website | WBMCC Counselling Portal |
West Bengal NEET UG Counselling 2026 Schedule (Tentative)
| Event | Expected Timeline |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Early August 2026 |
| Online Registration | August 2026 |
| Document Verification | August 2026 |
| State Merit List | August 2026 |
| Choice Filling & Locking | August 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment | Late August 2026 |
| College Reporting | Late August – September 2026 |
| Round 2 Counselling | September 2026 |
| Mop-Up Round | Late September – October 2026 |
| Online Stray Vacancy Round | October 2026 |
The above schedule is tentative and subject to the official WBMCC notification
Who is Eligible for West Bengal NEET UG Counselling?
Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:
- Must have qualified NEET UG 2026 with the minimum qualifying percentile prescribed by NTA.
- Must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English.
- General/EWS candidates should have at least 50% aggregate marks in PCB.
- SC/ST/OBC candidates should have 40% aggregate marks in PCB.
- Candidates must be 17 years of age on or before 31 December 2026.
- A valid West Bengal Domicile Certificate (Proforma A1, A2 or B) is mandatory for State Quota seats.
- Non-domicile candidates are eligible only for Management Quota seats in private medical colleges.
West Bengal NEET UG Counselling Registration Fee
| Category | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | ₹2,000 |
| SC / ST / OBC / PwD | ₹1,500 |
The counselling registration fee is non-refundable and must be paid online during registration. Candidates opting for private college quotas may also have to pay an additional security deposit as specified in the official information brochure.
West Bengal NEET UG Counselling Process
The counselling process is conducted completely online and includes the following steps:
Step 1: Online Registration
Visit the WBMCC counselling portal and register using your NEET UG Roll Number, Application Number and Date of Birth.
Step 2: Application Form & Fee Payment
Fill in the required personal and academic details and complete the online fee payment.
Step 3: Document Verification
Upload all required documents. WBMCC verifies the documents before preparing the state merit list.
Step 4: State Merit List
The committee publishes the West Bengal State Merit List based on verified documents and NEET All India Rank.
Step 5: Choice Filling & Locking
Select your preferred medical and dental colleges in the desired order and lock your choices before the deadline.
Step 6: Seat Allotment
Seats are allotted based on:
- NEET UG Rank
- West Bengal State Merit Rank
- Reservation Category
- Choice Preferences
- Seat Availability
Step 7: College Reporting
Download the allotment letter and report to the allotted college with original certificates and admission fees to complete the admission process.
Number of Counselling Rounds
West Bengal NEET UG Counselling is expected to be conducted in four rounds:
- Round 1
- Round 2
- Round 3 (Mop-Up Round)
- Online Stray Vacancy Round
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card
- NEET UG 2026 Score Card
- Class 10 Certificate
- Class 12 Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate
- West Bengal Domicile Certificate (Proforma A1/A2/B)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card or other valid Photo ID
- Passport-size Photographs
The uploaded source highlights domicile and document verification requirements but does not provide a complete official checklist.
Annual MBBS Fee Structure (Approximate)
| College Category | Annual Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| Government Medical Colleges | ₹9,000 – ₹18,000 |
| Private Medical Colleges (State Quota) | ₹4,00,000 – ₹5,00,000 |
| Private Medical Colleges (Management Quota) | ₹16,00,000 – ₹21,90,000 |
| NRI Quota | USD 30,000 – 40,000 |
Hostel and other charges are extra as per the respective institution.
Top Medical Colleges in West Bengal
Government Medical Colleges
- Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata
- Nil Ratan Sircar (NRS) Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata
- R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata
- Calcutta National Medical College (CNMC), Kolkata
- IPGMER & SSKM Hospital, Kolkata
- Burdwan Medical College, Burdwan
Private Medical Colleges
- KPC Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata
- IQ City Medical College, Durgapur
- Jagannath Gupta Institute of Medical Sciences (JGIMS), Budge Budge
- ICARE Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Haldia
Expected Government MBBS Cut-Off Marks (2026)
| Category | Expected Marks |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 570–625 |
| EWS | 565–585 |
| OBC-A / OBC-B | 550–595 |
| SC | 460–490 |
| ST | 250–290 |
Candidates targeting premier institutes such as Medical College Kolkata or IPGMER Kolkata should aim for 615–640+ marks for a stronger chance of admission.
Important Instructions
Register before the last date.
Upload all required documents correctly.
Lock your choices carefully before the deadline.
Report to the allotted college within the specified schedule.
Keep checking the official WBMCC portal for schedule revisions and counselling updates.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Who conducts West Bengal NEET UG Counselling 2026?
- The counselling is conducted by the West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC).
- How many counselling rounds are conducted?
- There are four rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up Round, and Online Stray Vacancy Round.
- Is a domicile certificate mandatory?
- Yes. Candidates seeking admission under the 85% State Quota must possess a valid West Bengal Domicile Certificate (Proforma A1, A2, or B).
- Can non-domicile candidates participate?
- Yes, but they are generally eligible only for Management Quota seats in private medical colleges.