WB NEET UG Round 2 Counselling 2026: Key Dates & Registration Guide

The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) has released the official schedule for Round 2 of NEET UG 2026 counselling. This round fills remaining MBBS and BDS seats across government and private medical colleges in the state, including government quota, private state quota, management quota, and NRI quota positions. If you qualified NEET UG 2026 and missed Round 1, or if you want to upgrade your Round 1 allotment, Round 2 is your next opportunity. The registration window is tight—just three days—so understanding the timeline and process is critical to securing a seat.

WB NEET UG Round 2 Counselling Timeline: What You Need to Know

The WBMCC announced the Round 2 schedule on September 3, 2026, and the process begins just four days later. Online registration and fee payment open on September 7 at 1:00 PM and close on September 9 at midnight. This means you have exactly three days to complete registration, pay the counselling fee, and submit your choice preferences. The compressed timeline is intentional—it keeps the admission cycle moving—but it also means procrastination can cost you your seat.

After registration closes, verified candidates will receive a list of available seats (the seat matrix) on September 12 after 4:00 PM. Choice filling then opens the same evening at 6:00 PM and closes on September 14 at 10:00 AM. The seat allotment result will be published on September 15 after 6:00 PM, and successful candidates must report to their allotted colleges between September 16 and 18. Missing any of these deadlines means losing your opportunity in this round.

Who Can Apply for WB NEET UG Round 2 Counselling?

Any candidate who qualified NEET UG 2026 is eligible to apply. This includes fresh candidates who did not participate in Round 1, as well as candidates who received an allotment in Round 1 but wish to upgrade to a better college or course. West Bengal domicile candidates can compete for state quota seats in government and private colleges. Candidates from other states can apply for private college management quota and NRI quota seats, subject to eligibility rules set by individual colleges.

If you missed the Round 1 joining deadline (which was extended to September 3, 2026), you have forfeited that allotted seat but can still register as a fresh candidate for Round 2. The WBMCC rules allow both categories of candidates to participate, but you must read the official information bulletin carefully to understand which quota seats you are eligible for before registering.

How to Register: Step-by-Step Process

All registration is conducted online through the WBMCC portal at wbmcc.nic.in. The process is straightforward but must be completed in order. Start by visiting the official portal and locating the Round 2 candidate registration link. You will need your NEET UG 2026 roll number and personal details (name, date of birth, contact information) to begin.

After entering your details, you must pay the counselling registration fee and security deposit online. The fee structure varies depending on whether you are choosing government or private college seats, so check the fee PDF on the portal before you start. Payments are accepted via net banking, debit card, credit card, and UPI. Once payment is confirmed, you will fill and lock your preferred college and course choices in order of preference. Download and save your confirmation page for your records and for future reference during reporting.

• Visit wbmcc.nic.in and click the Round 2 registration link
• Enter your NEET UG 2026 roll number and personal details
• Pay the counselling fee and security deposit online
• Fill your college and course choices in order of preference
• Lock your choices before the deadline
• Download and save your confirmation page

Understanding Counselling Fees and Security Deposit

The counselling registration fee is non-refundable and must be paid during registration. In addition, WBMCC collects a refundable security deposit. The amount of the security deposit varies depending on whether you are applying for government college seats or private college seats. The detailed fee structure is published separately on the WBMCC portal, so download and review it before you begin registration to ensure you have the correct amount ready.

You can pay both the fee and security deposit in a single online transaction using your preferred payment method. The security deposit will be refunded after you complete the admission process at your allotted college, provided you have submitted all required documents and paid the college admission fee. Keep your payment receipt and confirmation details safe—you will need them during document verification and reporting.

Choosing Your Colleges and Courses: Strategy Matters

After registration closes and the seat matrix is published on September 12, you will have until September 14 at 10:00 AM to fill and lock your choices. This is your opportunity to rank colleges and courses in order of your preference. The allotment algorithm will try to match you with the highest-ranked choice for which you are eligible based on your NEET score, category, and quota. Proper choice ordering can significantly improve your chances of receiving a preferred allotment.

Place your most-desired colleges and courses at the top of your list. Consider factors such as college reputation, location, course (MBBS vs. BDS), and quota type (government, private state, management, NRI). Once you lock your choices, they cannot be edited. If you do not lock them manually, they will be automatically locked when the choice-filling window closes. Take time to review the seat matrix carefully and plan your choices before the deadline—rushing at the last minute often leads to mistakes.

Document Verification and What to Bring

Document verification takes place at your allotted college between September 8 and 10, 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. You must carry all original documents and certificates to verify your eligibility. Essential documents include your NEET UG 2026 scorecard and admit card, Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets, and a valid photo identity proof (Aadhaar, passport, or driving license). If you are a West Bengal domicile candidate, bring your domicile certificate.

Depending on your category, you may also need to submit a caste certificate (if you are applying under SC/ST/OBC quota), a PwD certificate (if you are a person with disability), or an EWS certificate (if you are applying under the economically weaker section quota). Bring passport-size photographs as well. Candidates without complete or valid documents may lose their allotted seats, so verify that you have everything before reporting to your college. Original documents will be verified in person; photocopies alone are not sufficient.

• NEET UG 2026 scorecard and admit card
• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
• Valid photo identity proof (Aadhaar, passport, or driving license)
• West Bengal domicile certificate (if applicable)
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• PwD certificate (if applicable)
• EWS certificate (if applicable)
• Passport-size photographs

What Happens After You Receive Your Allotment?

Once the seat allotment result is published on September 15, check the WBMCC portal to see if you have been allotted a seat. If you have, you must report to your allotted college between September 16 and 18, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Bring all your original documents and certificates for final verification. You will also need to pay the college admission fee at this time. The amount varies by college and course, so contact your allotted college in advance to confirm the fee structure.

Reporting within the prescribed deadline is mandatory. If you do not report by 4:00 PM on September 18, your allotted seat will be forfeited and offered to another candidate in a subsequent round. There are no extensions for reporting, so plan your travel and document collection accordingly. Once you have completed document verification and paid the admission fee, your admission to the college is confirmed, and you can proceed with course registration and other formalities.

What If You Miss Round 2? Understanding Your Options

Round 2 is the second major opportunity to secure a state MBBS or BDS seat in West Bengal. If you do not participate in Round 2 or do not receive an allotment, your next option is the mop-up round (also called the stray vacancy round). However, mop-up rounds typically offer far fewer seats because most vacancies have already been filled in earlier rounds. The competition is intense, and your chances of securing a preferred college or course are significantly lower.

To avoid this situation, prioritize completing your Round 2 registration and choice filling on time. Do not wait until the last day—technical issues, payment delays, or document problems can arise. If you have any doubts about your eligibility or the process, contact the WBMCC helpline or visit the portal for clarification. Missing Round 2 deadlines is a common reason candidates end up in mop-up rounds with limited options.

Round 1 Deadline Extension: What Changed

The WBMCC extended the Round 1 admission deadline to 9:00 PM on September 3, 2026, giving last-minute candidates additional time to complete their joining formalities. However, if you missed this extended deadline, your Round 1 allotted seat has been forfeited. You cannot reclaim it in Round 2. Instead, you must register as a fresh candidate and compete for available seats based on your NEET score and category.

The extension was announced alongside the Round 2 schedule, so candidates had advance notice. If you were allotted a seat in Round 1 but chose not to join, you can still participate in Round 2 as an upgrade seeker (if you wish to try for a better college) or as a fresh candidate (if you forfeited your seat). Understand your status before registering to ensure you select the correct application category.

Frequently asked questions

Register on wbmcc.nic.in by September 9 and lock your choices by September 14 to secure your place in Round 2. Download the official schedule and fee structure now, arrange your documents, and plan your college preferences carefully—this is your second major chance at a West Bengal MBBS or BDS seat.