West Bengal NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Counselling Schedule has been officially published by the West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC), Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of West Bengal on the official portal at wbmcc.nic.in. Aspirants seeking admission into 85% State Quota MBBS and BDS seats across government medical colleges, state quota seats in private medical colleges, and management/NRI quota seats in private medical institutions must adhere strictly to the declared timeline. Round 2 is widely regarded as the most decisive phase of West Bengal medical admissions because fresh registrations are permitted, verified candidates from Round 1 who opted for status upgradation re-enter the counseling pool, and vacant seats from the All India Quota (AIQ) Round 2 revert back to the state quota matrix.
Medical aspirants across West Bengal and eligible All India candidates targeting private management quota seats must understand the intricate operational rules governing Round 2. Whether you are aiming for premier government institutes like Medical College Kolkata, IPGMER SSKM Kolkata, NRS Medical College, RG Kar Medical College, and Calcutta National Medical College, or exploring top private institutes such as KPC Medical College Jadavpur, ICARE Haldia, and IQ City Medical College Durgapur, strategic choice filling and clear understanding of seat conversion rules are essential. Candidates can also analyze their potential admission odds using the All India College Predictor Hub and explore extensive medical institutional profiles via the Explore Colleges Directory. For step-by-step personalized mentoring throughout the admission process, you can Book a Free Admission Counselling Session through our dedicated Medical Admissions Category.
This comprehensive guide details the complete West Bengal NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Counselling Schedule, day-by-day procedural breakdown, seat matrix dynamics, physical document verification rules at designated nodal centers, domicile certificate criteria (Proforma a1, a2, and b), college-wise fee structures, cut-off movement analysis between Round 1 and Round 2, free exit vs seat forfeiture rules, and crucial instructions to avoid disqualification during physical reporting.
West Bengal NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Counselling Schedule: Key Official Dates
The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee conducts state counseling online in four structured rounds: Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 (Mop-Up), and the Online Stray Vacancy Round. Candidates must track the official timeline closely, as failing to complete fee payment, document verification, or choice locking within the designated deadlines will result in forfeiture of Round 2 counseling participation.
| Counselling Event / Milestone | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Official Operational Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Fresh Registration and Application Submission | September 7, 2026 (11:00 AM) | September 9, 2026 (06:00 PM) | Online via wbmcc.nic.in Portal |
| Online Counselling Fee and Security Deposit Payment | September 7, 2026 (11:00 AM) | September 9, 2026 (Midnight 11:59 PM) | Online Gateway (Debit/Credit/Net Banking/UPI) |
| Physical Document Verification for Newly Registered Candidates | September 9, 2026 (10:00 AM) | September 10, 2026 (04:00 PM) | Physical Verification at Assigned Nodal Verification Centers |
| Publication of Verified Candidates List and Round 2 Seat Matrix | September 12, 2026 | September 12, 2026 (After 04:00 PM) | Official PDF Download on wbmcc.nic.in |
| Online Choice Filling and Priority Arrangement | September 12, 2026 (06:00 PM) | September 14, 2026 (Midnight 11:59 PM) | Candidate Login Portal on wbmcc.nic.in |
| Online Choice Locking Window | September 14, 2026 (04:00 PM) | September 14, 2026 (Midnight 11:59 PM) | Mandatory Online Locking with OTP Authentication |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment Result Processing | September 15, 2026 | September 15, 2026 (Morning Session) | Automated Merit-cum-Preference Algorithm |
| Publication of Round 2 Provisional Seat Allotment Result | September 15, 2026 | September 15, 2026 (After 04:00 PM) | Downloadable Allotment Letter via wbmcc.nic.in |
| Physical Reporting and Document Verification at Allotted Colleges | September 16, 2026 (10:00 AM) | September 18, 2026 (04:00 PM) | Physical Reporting at Respective Medical/Dental Colleges |
| Admission Completion and System Seat Status Updation by Institutes | September 16, 2026 (10:00 AM) | September 18, 2026 (06:00 PM) | Online Portal Updation by Institutional Nodal Officers |
Candidates must ensure that all physical documents, demand drafts for institutional tuition fees, original certificates, and verified acknowledgement slips are arranged in advance before the physical reporting deadline concludes on September 18, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria and Candidate Categorization for Round 2
Unlike central counseling where rules can be restrictive, WBMCC provides distinct participation pathways based on candidate status in Round 1. It is vital to determine your exact eligibility bucket before logging into the counseling portal.
| Candidate Category / Round 1 Status | Round 2 Eligibility Status | Action Required in Round 2 | Security Deposit Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newly Registered Candidates (Did Not Register in Round 1) | Eligible | Complete online registration, pay counseling fee and security deposit, attend physical document verification at nodal center | Pay Full Fresh Deposit (Govt: Rs 10,000 / Pvt: Rs 1,00,000) |
| Registered in Round 1 but No Seat Allotted | Eligible | Directly participate in Round 2 Choice Filling; no need to pay registration fee or visit verification center again | Previous Security Deposit Carried Forward |
| Allotted Seat in Round 1, Completed Admission, and Opted for Upgradation (Yes) | Eligible for Upgradation | Submit fresh choices for higher preferred colleges during the Round 2 choice filling window | Existing Admission Holds until Upgradation is Processed |
| Allotted Seat in Round 1, Completed Admission, but Did Not Opt for Upgradation (No) | Not Eligible for Round 2 | Retains Round 1 admitted seat permanently; counseling journey ends successfully | No Further Movement Permitted |
| Allotted Seat in Round 1 but Opted for Free Exit (Did Not Report to College) | Eligible | Can participate in Round 2 by submitting fresh choices directly; no penalty incurred | Security Deposit Intact for Round 2 |
| Document Verification Failed / Rejected in Round 1 due to Discrepancy | Conditionally Eligible | Can register or re-verify with rectified documents if allowed under general/open category rules | Depends on Discrepancy Rectification |
Step-by-Step West Bengal NEET UG Round 2 Counselling Process
To ensure a seamless transition from registration to final admission, candidates must follow the sequential steps outlined below. Any mistake during choice filling or document verification may lead to seat cancellation or disqualification from subsequent rounds.
Step 1: Fresh Registration and Payment of Counseling Fees
Fresh applicants must visit wbmcc.nic.in, click on the “UG Medical and Dental Counselling 2026” link, and enter their NEET UG 2026 Roll Number, Application Number, Date of Birth, and Security Pin. Upon profile generation, enter contact details, category, sub-category, and residential domicile status.
- Non-Refundable Registration Fee: Rs 2,000 for Unreserved/OBC candidates, and Rs 1,500 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.
- Refundable Security Deposit:
- For Government Medical and Dental Colleges Only: Rs 10,000 (Rs 5,000 for SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
- For Private Medical Colleges (State Quota and Management Quota) or Both Govt and Private: Rs 1,00,000 for all categories.
Step 2: Mandatory Physical Document Verification at Nodal Centers
All newly registered candidates must physically visit their designated nodal verification center (such as Swasthya Bhawan, Salt Lake, Kolkata, or designated government medical college verification desks) between September 9 and September 10, 2026. Candidates who successfully completed verification during Round 1 are strictly exempt from re-verification.
During physical verification, nodal officers scrutinize original documents, verify biometric credentials, check domicile proformas, and validate category certificates. Once verified, candidates receive a signed and stamped “Document Verification Acknowledgement Slip”. Keep this slip secure, as login credentials for choice filling depend on verification clearance.
Step 3: Verification of the Round 2 Seat Matrix and Vacancy Breakdown
WBMCC will publish the official Round 2 Seat Matrix on September 12, 2026. The seat matrix comprises two distinct components:
- Clear Vacancies: Unallotted seats from Round 1, seats where candidates opted for Free Exit, and non-reported seats.
- Virtual Vacancies: Seats currently occupied by Round 1 admitted candidates who opted for status upgradation. These seats will become available to lower merit candidates only if the occupying candidate successfully secures a higher choice in Round 2.
Step 4: Fresh Online Choice Filling and Locking
Under WBMCC regulations, choice filling for Round 2 is completely fresh. Choices submitted during Round 1 become completely null and void. Candidates must create a fresh preference list containing all desired colleges and courses in strict order of descending priority.
Key choice filling guidelines:
- Add maximum possible choices without restricting yourself to only 2 or 3 colleges. There is no upper limit on the number of choices you can submit.
- Place your highest dream colleges at the top, followed by realistic tier-2 colleges, and safe backup colleges at the bottom.
- If you are an upgraded candidate from Round 1, do not fill colleges lower in preference than your currently admitted college. If you are allotted any college in Round 2, your Round 1 seat is automatically cancelled and cannot be reclaimed under any circumstances.
- Authenticate and lock your choices before September 14, 2026 (Midnight 11:59 PM) using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number and email. Unlocked choices will be automatically locked by the system upon deadline expiry.
Step 5: Seat Allotment Result and Downloading Allotment Letter
WBMCC will declare the Round 2 Provisional Allotment Result on September 15, 2026. Candidates can check their status by logging into the portal with their Roll Number and Password. If allotted a seat, download and print the Provisional Allotment Letter, which specifies the allotted college, course, quota, category, and reporting instructions.
Step 6: Physical Reporting and Final Admission at the Allotted College
Candidates must report in person to the allotted college between September 16 and September 18, 2026 (up to 04:00 PM). Complete the medical fitness examination conducted by the college medical board, submit original documents along with self-attested photocopies, execute mandatory bonds, and pay the required college admission fees via Demand Draft or RTGS/NEFT.
West Bengal Medical Colleges Seat Matrix and Fee Structure
Understanding the distinction between Government Medical Colleges, Private State Quota seats, and Private Management Quota seats is crucial for financial planning during choice filling. West Bengal offers some of the most affordable government medical education in India, while private medical colleges maintain regulated state quota fees alongside competitive management quota structures.
| Name of Medical College | Institute Type | Total MBBS Intake | 85% State Quota Seats | Annual Tuition Fee (Govt / State Quota) | Annual Tuition Fee (Management Quota) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical College Kolkata (MCK) | Government | 250 | 212 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| IPGMER and SSKM Hospital, Kolkata | Government | 250 | 212 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Nil Ratan Sircar (NRS) Medical College, Kolkata | Government | 250 | 212 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata | Government | 250 | 212 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Calcutta National Medical College (CNMC), Kolkata | Government | 250 | 212 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| College of Medicine and Sagore Dutta Hospital, Kolkata | Government | 125 | 106 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Burdwan Medical College, Burdwan | Government | 200 | 170 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Bankura Sammilani Medical College, Bankura | Government | 200 | 170 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Midnapore Medical College, Midnapore | Government | 200 | 170 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| North Bengal Medical College, Darjeeling | Government | 200 | 170 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Murshidabad Medical College, Berhampore | Government | 125 | 106 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Malda Medical College and Hospital, Malda | Government | 125 | 106 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| College of Medicine and JNM Hospital, Kalyani | Government | 125 | 106 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Rampurhat Government Medical College, Birbhum | Government | 100 | 85 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Deben Mahata Government Medical College, Purulia | Government | 100 | 85 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Raiganj Government Medical College, Uttar Dinajpur | Government | 100 | 85 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Coochbehar Government Medical College, Coochbehar | Government | 100 | 85 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Diamond Harbour Government Medical College, South 24 Pgs | Government | 100 | 85 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Barasat Government Medical College, North 24 Pgs | Government | 100 | 85 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Jalpaiguri Government Medical College, Jalpaiguri | Government | 100 | 85 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Jhargram Government Medical College, Jhargram | Government | 100 | 85 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Tamralipto Government Medical College, Tamluk | Government | 100 | 85 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| Prafulla Chandra Sen GMC, Arambagh, Hooghly | Government | 100 | 85 | Rs 9,000 / Year (Rs 4,500/Sem) | Not Applicable |
| KPC Medical College and Hospital, Jadavpur, Kolkata | Private (Trust) | 150 | 50 State / 77 Mgt / 23 NRI | Rs 2,25,000 / Semester (State Quota) | Rs 14,00,000 / Year (Management Quota) |
| ICARE Institute of Medical Sciences, Haldia | Private | 150 | 50 State / 77 Mgt / 23 NRI | Rs 2,50,000 / Semester (State Quota) | Rs 18,25,000 / Year (Management Quota) |
| IQ City Medical College, Durgapur | Private | 200 | 67 State / 103 Mgt / 30 NRI | Rs 2,65,000 / Semester (State Quota) | Rs 18,50,000 / Year (Management Quota) |
| Jagannath Gupta Institute of Medical Sciences (JIMSH), Budge Budge | Private | 150 | 50 State / 77 Mgt / 23 NRI | Rs 2,50,000 / Semester (State Quota) | Rs 18,00,000 / Year (Management Quota) |
| Shri Ramkrishna Institute of Medical Sciences (Sanaka), Durgapur | Private | 150 | 50 State / 77 Mgt / 23 NRI | Rs 2,50,000 / Semester (State Quota) | Rs 17,75,000 / Year (Management Quota) |
| Gouri Devi Institute of Medical Sciences, Durgapur | Private | 150 | 50 State / 77 Mgt / 23 NRI | Rs 2,50,000 / Semester (State Quota) | Rs 17,50,000 / Year (Management Quota) |
| JMN Medical College, Chakdaha, Nadia | Private | 150 | 50 State / 77 Mgt / 23 NRI | Rs 2,50,000 / Semester (State Quota) | Rs 17,50,000 / Year (Management Quota) |
Note: In Government Medical Colleges of West Bengal, the semester tuition fee is Rs 4,500, making the total annual tuition fee Rs 9,000 (excluding one-time admission fees, caution money, and nominal hostel charges of approximately Rs 12 to Rs 100 per month). In private medical colleges, state quota tuition fees are payable semester-wise as fixed by the State Fee Committee.
West Bengal NEET UG Cutoff Analysis: Round 1 vs Round 2 Expectations
Analyzing closing ranks across previous rounds provides crucial insights into how ranks shift during Round 2. Due to seat vacating by high rankers who secure premier institutes in MCC AIQ Round 2 (such as AIIMS, JIPMER, or top central universities), state ranks in West Bengal typically expand by 1,500 to 4,000 ranks in government colleges.
| College Name | Category | Round 1 Closing NEET Rank (Approx) | Expected Round 2 Closing Rank | Expected NEET Score Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical College Kolkata (MCK) | UR / General | 4,200 – 4,800 | 5,200 – 5,900 | 675 – 682 |
| IPGMER SSKM Kolkata | UR / General | 6,100 – 6,700 | 7,400 – 8,100 | 668 – 674 |
| NRS Medical College Kolkata | UR / General | 9,800 – 10,600 | 11,500 – 12,400 | 658 – 664 |
| RG Kar Medical College Kolkata | UR / General | 12,500 – 13,400 | 14,500 – 15,600 | 650 – 656 |
| Calcutta National Medical College (CNMC) | UR / General | 14,800 – 15,600 | 16,800 – 18,100 | 644 – 649 |
| Sagore Dutta Medical College Kolkata | UR / General | 18,200 – 19,400 | 21,000 – 22,500 | 636 – 642 |
| Burdwan Medical College | UR / General | 22,100 – 23,500 | 25,000 – 26,800 | 628 – 634 |
| Bankura Sammilani Medical College | UR / General | 28,400 – 30,100 | 32,500 – 34,200 | 615 – 622 |
| Midnapore Medical College | UR / General | 31,200 – 32,800 | 35,000 – 37,200 | 610 – 616 |
| North Bengal Medical College, Darjeeling | UR / General | 33,500 – 35,200 | 38,000 – 40,500 | 605 – 611 |
| Murshidabad Medical College | UR / General | 37,000 – 39,200 | 42,000 – 44,800 | 598 – 604 |
| Peripheral Govt GMCs (Purulia, Rampurhat, Jhargram) | UR / General | 42,500 – 46,000 | 48,000 – 52,500 | 585 – 595 |
| Peripheral Govt GMCs (Jhargram, Tamralipto, Jalpaiguri) | OBC-A | 46,000 – 50,000 | 53,000 – 57,000 | 578 – 588 |
| Peripheral Govt GMCs | OBC-B | 44,000 – 47,500 | 49,500 – 54,000 | 582 – 592 |
| Peripheral Govt GMCs | SC Category | 1,28,000 – 1,35,000 | 1,42,000 – 1,52,000 | 485 – 500 |
| Peripheral Govt GMCs | ST Category | 4,30,000 – 4,65,000 | 4,80,000 – 5,20,000 | 285 – 310 |
| KPC Medical College (State Quota) | UR / General | 48,000 – 53,000 | 56,000 – 62,000 | 570 – 580 |
| Private Medical Colleges (State Quota Average) | UR / General | 65,000 – 78,000 | 82,000 – 98,000 | 525 – 550 |
| Private Medical Colleges (Management Quota) | Open Merit | 3,50,000 – 6,50,000 | 4,50,000 – 8,50,000 | 210 – 380 |
Mandatory Domicile Guidelines for West Bengal 85% State Quota
To claim eligibility for 85% State Quota seats in West Bengal government medical colleges and state quota seats in private institutions, candidates must satisfy strict residential domicile requirements as mandated by the Government of West Bengal. Candidates must produce the exact Proforma prescribed by WBMCC during physical verification:
1. Proforma a1
Applicable for candidates who have resided continuously in the State of West Bengal for at least ten (10) consecutive years as of December 31, 2025. This proforma must be certified by an authorized competent authority (e.g., District Magistrate, Additional District Magistrate, SDO, BDO, or Commissioner/Joint Commissioner of Police).
2. Proforma a2
Applicable for candidates who have resided continuously in West Bengal for at least ten (10) years and have passed or appeared in the 10+2 Higher Secondary / Equivalent Examination from a recognized school or institution located within West Bengal. This certificate must be signed by the Head of the Institution from where the candidate passed the qualifying 10+2 examination.
3. Proforma b
Applicable for candidates who have not resided in West Bengal continuously for 10 years, but whose parent(s) is/are permanent resident(s) of West Bengal having continuous residence of at least ten (10) consecutive years as on December 31, 2025. Proforma b must be certified along with parent’s domicile proof, voter ID, and land/property documents.
Important Note for Management Quota: Candidates from other states (Non-Domicile of West Bengal) are eligible only for Private Medical College Management Quota and NRI Quota seats. They are strictly ineligible for Government Medical College seats and Private State Quota seats.
Mandatory Document Checklist for Physical Verification and Reporting
When reporting to the allotted college between September 16 and September 18, 2026, candidates must bring the original documents along with three sets of self-attested photocopies. Colleges will retain original certificates until the verification and university registration formalities are finalized.
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card issued by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
- NEET UG 2026 Scorecard / Rank Letter showing All India Rank and category percentile.
- WBMCC Round 2 Provisional Seat Allotment Letter downloaded from wbmcc.nic.in.
- WBMCC Online Registration Slip and Document Verification Acknowledgement Slip.
- Class 10th Admit Card / Birth Certificate as valid proof of date of birth.
- Class 12th Marksheet and Pass Certificate showing mandatory minimum aggregate (50% in PCB for General/EWS, 40% for SC/ST/OBC).
- Valid West Bengal Domicile Certificate (Proforma a1 / Proforma a2 / Proforma b) in original.
- Caste / Category Certificate (SC / ST / OBC-A / OBC-B / EWS) issued by competent West Bengal sub-divisional authority, if applicable. (OBC-A and OBC-B certificates must be accompanied by a Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate issued on or after April 1, 2026).
- Person with Disabilities (PwD) Certificate issued by designated NMC disability assessment boards (e.g., IPGMER Kolkata), if claiming reservation.
- Government Issued Photo Identification Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, or PAN Card).
- Ten (10) Recent Passport Size Photographs identical to the photograph uploaded on the NEET UG 2026 application form.
- Execution of Mandatory Discontinuation Bond: A judicial stamp paper bond of Rs 1,00,000 (One Lakh) undertaking not to abandon the medical seat mid-tenure after the mop-up round cutoff date.
- College Tuition Fee Demand Draft / Online Payment Receipt: Drawn in favor of the allotted institution as specified in the institutional fee notification.
- Medical Fitness Certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner with standard physical, ocular, and clinical fitness parameters.
Upgradation Rules, Seat Forfeiture, and Free Exit Guidelines
Understanding the legal boundaries between Free Exit, Upgradation, and Seat Forfeiture prevents financial loss and permanent disqualification:
| Counselling Scenario | Legal Implication on Current Seat | Security Deposit Consequence | Eligibility for Round 3 (Mop-Up) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate Allotted Seat in Round 2 and Reports to College | Seat confirmed; previous seat (if any) cancelled and allotted to next candidate | Security deposit adjusted against college fees or refunded | Can opt for further upgradation to Round 3 if permitted under rules |
| Candidate Allotted Fresh Seat in Round 2 but Fails to Report / Refuses Admission | Allotted seat cancelled immediately | Security deposit is completely forfeited | Can participate in Round 3 only by paying fresh registration fee and fresh security deposit |
| Round 1 Admitted Candidate Not Upgraded in Round 2 | Retains Round 1 admitted seat safely without any loss | Security deposit remains secure | Can hold Round 1 seat or opt for Round 3 Mop-Up upgradation |
| Candidate Allotted Seat in Round 1, Did Not Join, and Did Not Participate in Round 2 | Round 1 seat lost permanently (Free Exit utilized) | Deposit retained | Can register fresh in Round 3 Mop-Up round |
Crucial Dos and Don’ts for West Bengal NEET UG Round 2 Candidates
To avoid common pitfalls during the counseling cycle, keep these operational tips in mind:
- DO verify choice ordering meticulously: Double-check the choice order numbers. The algorithm processes choices strictly from Rank 1 downwards and locks your first eligible match.
- DO check private college bank guarantee requirements: Several private medical colleges require post-dated cheques or bank guarantees for future semester fees during physical reporting. Clarify these conditions with the college administration beforehand.
- DO obtain recent OBC-NCL certificate: If you fall under OBC-A or OBC-B, ensure your NCL certificate has been issued on or after April 1, 2026. Outdated financial year certificates will lead to conversion of your seat to the General/Unreserved category.
- DON’T wait for the last hour to lock choices: Server traffic surges significantly on September 14 between 08:00 PM and Midnight. Finalize and lock your choices at least 6 hours before the window closes.
- DON’T submit choices for colleges you cannot afford: Never fill management quota seats of private institutions if you are not financially prepared to pay the declared fee structure. Seat forfeiture will occur if you fail to report after allotment.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on West Bengal NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Counselling
Q1: What is the official website to check the West Bengal NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Counselling Schedule and submit choices?
Answer: The official portal for West Bengal NEET UG 2026 counseling is wbmcc.nic.in, operated by the West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC), Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of West Bengal.
Q2: Can newly eligible candidates register fresh for West Bengal NEET UG Round 2 Counselling?
Answer: Yes, WBMCC permits fresh registration for Round 2. Candidates who missed Round 1 registration can register online between September 7 and September 9, 2026, pay the counseling fee and security deposit, and attend physical document verification at designated nodal centers on September 9 or 10, 2026.
Q3: Do candidates who already verified their documents in Round 1 need to attend document verification again for Round 2?
Answer: No. Candidates whose documents were successfully verified during Round 1 are strictly exempt from visiting the verification center again. They can directly participate in Round 2 online choice filling from September 12, 2026.
Q4: What happens to my Round 1 admitted seat if I am allotted an upgraded seat in Round 2?
Answer: If you are allotted a new college/course during Round 2 upgradation, your Round 1 admitted seat is automatically and immediately cancelled and allotted to another deserving candidate in the same round. You must collect your original documents and fees clearance from the Round 1 college and report to the newly allotted college within the declared reporting window.
Q5: What happens if my seat is not upgraded in Round 2?
Answer: If your choices are not upgraded during Round 2 allotment, your previously admitted seat from Round 1 remains 100% secure and unaffected. You will continue your admission at the Round 1 allotted college.
Q6: Is Free Exit available in West Bengal NEET UG Round 2 Counselling?
Answer: No. Free exit is available only in Round 1. In Round 2, if a candidate is allotted a fresh seat and chooses not to report to the allotted college, their refundable security deposit (Rs 10,000 for government or Rs 1,00,000 for private) will be completely forfeited.
Q7: What is the refundable security deposit amount for West Bengal NEET UG Round 2?
Answer: For candidates opting for Government Medical/Dental colleges only, the security deposit is Rs 10,000 for General/EWS candidates (Rs 5,000 for SC/ST/OBC/PwD). For candidates opting for Private Medical/Dental colleges (State Quota and/or Management Quota), the security deposit is Rs 1,00,000 for all categories.
Q8: Are non-domicile candidates from other states eligible for West Bengal NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Counselling?
Answer: Candidates who do not possess a valid West Bengal domicile certificate (Proforma a1, a2, or b) are eligible only for Management Quota and NRI Quota MBBS/BDS seats in private medical colleges. They are not eligible for 85% State Quota seats in government or private medical institutions.
Q9: What is the annual MBBS tuition fee in West Bengal Government Medical Colleges?
Answer: West Bengal offers one of the lowest MBBS tuition fees in the country. The tuition fee in all state government medical colleges is Rs 4,500 per semester, which amounts to Rs 9,000 per year (excluding nominal admission fees and hostel charges).
Q10: What is the service and discontinuation bond penalty in West Bengal Medical Colleges?
Answer: Candidates admitted to MBBS courses in West Bengal must execute a discontinuation bond of Rs 1,00,000 (One Lakh Rupees) on judicial stamp paper, agreeing to pay the penalty if they abandon their seat after the final mop-up / stray vacancy admission cutoff deadline.
Q11: When will the West Bengal NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Seat Allotment Result be declared?
Answer: The provisional seat allotment result for Round 2 will be officially published on the WBMCC portal on September 15, 2026 (after 04:00 PM), and the physical reporting window at allotted institutions will run from September 16 to September 18, 2026.
Q12: Where can I get expert admission guidance and cut-off predictions for West Bengal NEET Counselling?
Answer: You can evaluate your expected college allotments across government and private institutions using the All India College Predictor Hub, research institutional infrastructure via the Explore Colleges Directory, and Book a Free Admission Counselling Session through our specialized Medical Admissions Category portal.