
West Bengal NEET UG Counselling 2026 Schedule has been released by the West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) for admission to MBBS and BDS courses. The tentative schedule covers State Quota, Private Management Quota and NRI Quota seats in West Bengal.
As per the schedule dated August 11, 2026, Round 1 registration will begin at 11 AM on August 13 and continue until 6 PM on August 16, 2026. Candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026 and meet the counselling requirements can participate through the official WBMCC counselling portal.

The schedule includes registration, fee payment, candidate verification, publication of the verified candidate list and seat matrix, choice filling and locking, Round 1 allotment, reporting and admission.
| Particular | Details |
| Counselling Authority | West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) |
| Admission | MBBS and BDS |
| Counselling | West Bengal NEET UG Counselling 2026 |
| Seats Covered | State Quota, Private Management Quota and NRI Quota |
| Qualifying Exam | NEET UG 2026 |
| Official Portal | wbmcc.nic.in |
Candidates should carefully note the West Bengal NEET UG Counselling 2026 dates, particularly the registration and choice-locking deadlines. The schedule mentions server time for several activities.
| Events in Counselling | Date & Time |
| Publication of Notice, Information Bulletin & Schedule | August 11, 2026 |
| Round 1 Registration | August 13, 11 AM to August 16, 6 PM |
| Online Fee Payment | August 13, 11 AM to August 16, midnight |
| Candidate Verification | August 14, 17 & 18, 11 AM to 4 PM |
| Verified Candidate List & Round 1 Seat Matrix | August 19, after 12 noon |
| Choice Filling & Choice Locking | August 19, 4 PM to August 21, 4 PM |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | August 25, after 4 PM |
| Reporting & Admission | August 26, 27 & 28, 10 AM to 4 PM |
| Online Seat Surrender | September 3, 11 AM to 4 PM |
The West Bengal NEET UG Counselling registration 2026 for Round 1 will start at 11 AM on August 13, 2026. Candidates will be able to register until 6 PM on August 16.
Candidates should complete registration and fee payment within the specified window. The schedule states that the timings will be followed according to the server time.
After successful registration and fee payment, candidates will be assigned a college and time slot for verification through the software, as applicable.
The online fee payment window will open at 11 AM on August 13 and remain available until midnight on August 16, 2026.
Candidates should ensure that the payment is completed successfully before the deadline. Successful registration and fee payment are followed by the candidate verification process.
Candidate verification for Round 1 is scheduled on August 14, August 17 and August 18, 2026, from 11 AM to 4 PM.
Candidates who successfully register and pay the counselling fee will be assigned a designated college and time slot for verification through the software.
The schedule specifically notes that this verification process is not applicable to NRI candidates. Candidates should refer to the detailed information bulletin for instructions applicable to their category.
The list of successfully verified candidates and the Round 1 seat matrix will be published on August 19, 2026, after 12 noon.
The seat matrix will help candidates understand the seats available for the counselling round before they submit their choices.
After the verified candidate list and seat matrix are published, eligible candidates can fill and lock their choices.
The West Bengal NEET UG choice filling 2026 window will remain open from 4 PM on August 19 to 4 PM on August 21.
Candidates should arrange their preferred colleges and courses carefully before locking their choices. Once the choice-locking deadline passes, changes may not be possible as per the counselling rules.
The West Bengal NEET UG Counselling Round 1 allotment result 2026 will be published on August 25 after 4 PM.
The allotment will determine the college and course offered to candidates based on the counselling process and submitted choices.
Candidates who receive an allotment should check the result and follow the instructions for reporting and admission within the prescribed dates.
Candidates allotted seats in Round 1 will have to complete reporting and admission formalities on August 26, 27 or 28, 2026, between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Candidates should carry the required original documents and complete the college-level admission process within the specified window.
For private medical colleges in Kolkata and private dental colleges, the schedule notes that the admission process will be conducted at the concerned institutes, subject to the prescribed document and fee requirements.
Candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026 and meet the applicable counselling requirements can participate in the admission process.
The reference information lists the following eligibility requirements:
Candidates should have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Biotechnology along with English.
Candidates should have qualified NEET UG 2026.
The minimum age should be 17 years.
There is no upper age limit mentioned in the provided eligibility information.
Candidates should meet the applicable West Bengal domicile requirement.
Candidates should complete counselling registration and fee payment.
Required documents should be uploaded during registration.
Candidates should check the official counselling information bulletin for the complete eligibility conditions applicable to their category.
After the West Bengal NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 allotment, candidates allotted seats must report to the concerned institute during the prescribed admission window.
The key steps are:
Check the Round 1 allotment result.
Note the allotted college and course.
Report to the institute within the given dates.
Carry the required original documents.
Complete document verification and other admission formalities.
Pay the applicable college admission fee.
Complete admission within the prescribed deadline.
Candidates who do not complete the required formalities within the specified timeline may risk losing their allotted seat, subject to the applicable counselling rules.
The schedule also provides a window for online seat surrender at the allotted college level.
Candidates who need to surrender their allotted seat can do so on September 3, 2026, from 11 AM to 4 PM. The schedule specifies that candidates must surrender the seat at the allotted college level along with all original documents.