The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) has released the seat matrix for the Stray Vacancy Round of NEET UG 2026 counselling. This is the final opportunity for candidates to secure an MBBS or BDS seat in West Bengal colleges for the 2026 academic year. The round covers vacant positions across government medical colleges, private medical colleges, and dental colleges under various quota categories. Candidates who have already been allotted seats in earlier rounds cannot participate. After this round closes, any remaining seats will lapse and no further counselling will occur.
If you cleared NEET UG 2026 and were not allotted a seat in earlier rounds, you must fill and lock your college choices by October 18 at 10 am on wbmcc.nic.in—this is your last chance.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is the WB NEET UG 2026 Stray Round and who can apply?
The Stray Vacancy Round is West Bengal's final counselling phase for NEET UG 2026. It exists to fill any MBBS and BDS seats that remain vacant after all earlier allotment rounds. Only candidates who completed registration and fee payment by October 16 are eligible to participate.
To qualify, you must have cleared NEET UG 2026, met West Bengal's domicile requirements, and not been allotted a seat in any previous round. If you were already allotted and reported to a college in an earlier round, you cannot use this round to upgrade to a different college. Fresh registrations for this round closed on October 16 at 8 pm, so no new candidates can enter now.
Critical dates and deadlines for the stray round
The timeline for this round is compressed and moves quickly. Online registration and fee payment both closed on October 16. The seat matrix was published on October 17 after 5 pm, giving candidates time to review available positions before making their choices.
Choice filling opened on October 17 at 6 pm and will close on October 18 at 10 am. This is a tight 28-hour window—do not delay. Any choices you do not lock manually will auto-lock when the window closes. The final allotment result will be announced on October 23 at 12 noon, followed by a reporting schedule at your allotted college.
- Registration and fee payment: October 16 (closed)
- Seat matrix release: October 17 after 5 pm
- Choice filling window: October 17, 6 pm to October 18, 10 am
- Final allotment result: October 23 at 12 noon
How to access and review the seat matrix
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The seat matrix is available on the official WBMCC website at wbmcc.nic.in. This document lists all vacant MBBS and BDS seats across government medical colleges, private medical colleges, and dental colleges in West Bengal. It breaks down seats by quota type: State Quota, Private Management Quota, and NRI Quota.
To download the matrix, visit wbmcc.nic.in, look for the latest notices section on the homepage, and click the link for the Stray Vacancy Round Seat Matrix 2026. The file will open as a PDF in a new tab. Download and save it immediately so you can reference it while filling your choices. Study the matrix carefully to identify which colleges have vacant seats in your preferred course and quota category.
Step-by-step guide to filling and locking your choices
Log in to the WBMCC portal using your NEET UG 2026 roll number and password. Navigate to the choice filling section for the Stray Vacancy Round. You will see a list of colleges and courses available based on the seat matrix.
Select your preferred colleges and courses, then arrange them in order of priority. The order matters: your top choice is where you are most likely to be allotted if seats are available. Review your list carefully before locking. Once you lock your choices, you cannot change them, so be certain of your preferences.
You can lock your choices at any time between October 17 at 6 pm and October 18 at 10 am. If you do not manually lock them, the system will auto-lock all your choices when the window closes at 10 am. Either way, your choices will be final and used for allotment.
What seats are available in this round?
The Stray Vacancy Round covers MBBS and BDS seats that were not filled in earlier counselling phases. These seats span government medical colleges, private medical colleges, and dental colleges across West Bengal. The exact number and location of vacant seats varies and is detailed in the seat matrix.
Seats are available under three quota categories: State Quota (reserved for West Bengal residents), Private Management Quota (at private colleges), and NRI Quota (for Non-Resident Indian candidates). Your eligibility for each quota depends on your domicile status and NEET UG score. Review the seat matrix to see which colleges and quotas have openings that match your profile.
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The Stray Vacancy Round is explicitly the last counselling phase for NEET UG 2026 in West Bengal. No further rounds will be held after this. Any seats that remain vacant after allotment results are announced on October 23 will lapse for the academic year and will not be filled.
If you did not secure a seat in earlier rounds and do not participate in this round, or if you participate but are not allotted, you will not have another chance to enter an MBBS or BDS programme in West Bengal for 2026. This makes the choice-filling deadline of October 18 at 10 am non-negotiable. Plan ahead, review the seat matrix, and submit your choices well before the cutoff.
What to do after you lock your choices
After locking your choices, keep your original documents (NEET admit card, mark sheet, domicile certificate, caste certificate if applicable, and any other required proof) ready and easily accessible. Also prepare the fee amount required for reporting, as you may need to pay it immediately upon joining your allotted college.
Mark October 23 at 12 noon on your calendar. On that date, log in to wbmcc.nic.in to check your allotment result. If you are allotted a seat, the result will specify your college, course, and quota. You will then be given a reporting date and time. Attend reporting on schedule with all original documents and the required fee. Failure to report on time may result in forfeiture of your seat.
Common mistakes to avoid
Do not wait until the last minute to fill your choices. The window closes at 10 am on October 18, and technical delays or internet issues could prevent you from submitting in time. Fill and lock your choices by October 17 evening at the latest.
Do not ignore the seat matrix. Review it thoroughly to understand which colleges have seats in your preferred course and quota. Choosing colleges that have no vacant seats in your quota will waste your choice and reduce your chances of allotment.
Do not arrange your choices randomly. Order them by genuine preference, not by guesswork. Your top choice is where you are most likely to be placed, so put the college you most want at the top.
Do not assume you will be allotted. Even if you fill choices, allotment depends on seat availability and your rank. Have a backup plan in case you are not allotted in this round.
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
Can I participate in the WB NEET UG 2026 Stray Round if I was not allotted in earlier rounds?
Yes, if you cleared NEET UG 2026, meet West Bengal's domicile requirements, and completed registration and fee payment by October 16, you are eligible. However, if you were already allotted and reported to a college in an earlier round, you cannot participate in this round.
What is the deadline to fill and lock my choices for the stray round?
The choice-filling window is open from October 17 at 6 pm to October 18 at 10 am. You must lock your choices by 10 am on October 18. Any unlocked choices will auto-lock when the window closes. Do not delay—this is your final deadline.
Where can I find the seat matrix and what information does it contain?
The seat matrix is available on wbmcc.nic.in. It lists all vacant MBBS and BDS seats across government medical colleges, private medical colleges, and dental colleges in West Bengal, broken down by college, course, and quota type (State Quota, Private Management Quota, NRI Quota).
What happens if I do not lock my choices before October 18 at 10 am?
If you do not manually lock your choices, the system will auto-lock them when the window closes at 10 am. However, if you have not filled any choices at all, you will not be considered for allotment in this round.
When will the allotment result be announced and what should I do after I check it?
The final allotment result will be announced on October 23 at 12 noon on wbmcc.nic.in. If you are allotted a seat, the result will show your college, course, and quota. You will then receive a reporting date and time. Attend reporting with all original documents and the required fee. Failure to report on time may result in loss of your seat.
Is the Stray Vacancy Round the last chance to get an MBBS or BDS seat in West Bengal for 2026?
Yes. The Stray Vacancy Round is the final counselling phase for NEET UG 2026 in West Bengal. No further rounds will be held after this. Any seats remaining vacant after October 23 will lapse for the academic year.
Can I change my choices after I lock them?
No. Once you lock your choices, they cannot be changed. Review your preferences carefully before locking. Make sure your choices are in order of genuine preference, with your most-wanted college at the top.
What documents should I keep ready for reporting if I am allotted a seat?
Keep your NEET UG admit card, mark sheet, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and any other required proof readily available. Also prepare the fee amount required for reporting, as you may need to pay it immediately upon joining your allotted college.
Review the seat matrix on wbmcc.nic.in today, finalize your college preferences, and lock your choices well before October 18 at 10 am. Check your allotment result on October 23 at 12 noon and report to your allotted college on schedule with all required documents. This is your final opportunity for MBBS or BDS admission in West Bengal for 2026.
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