The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) has released the verified candidates list for the NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Round, covering both MBBS and BDS seats across state and private management quotas. Candidates whose names appear on this list can now fill and lock their college preferences, but there is an urgent deadline: all choices must be locked by 2 PM on November 7, 2026. This is a critical window for any NEET aspirant still seeking an MBBS or BDS seat in West Bengal. The seat allotment result will be announced on November 12, followed by admission reporting from November 13 to 16.
If your name is on the WB NEET UG Special Stray Round verified list, you must log in to wbmcc.nic.in and lock your college choices by 2 PM today (November 7) or you will not be considered for seat allotment.
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Unlock My College ListWhat Is the Special Stray Round and Who Can Apply?
The Special Stray Round is a final opportunity for NEET UG candidates to secure an MBBS or BDS seat in West Bengal after earlier counselling rounds have concluded. This round covers both the MBBS Special Stray Round and the BDS Round 5, making it one of the last chances to gain admission in the state.
Only candidates whose names appear on the verified candidates list released by WBMCC are eligible to participate. To be on this list, you must have completed online registration, paid the counselling fee, and successfully cleared physical document verification at a designated college between November 4 and 6. Seats are available under both the State Quota (reserved for West Bengal residents) and the Private Management Quota (for private medical and dental colleges).
How to Check If Your Name Is on the Verified List
The verified candidates list is now live on the official WBMCC portal. To locate your name and confirm your eligibility, visit wbmcc.nic.in and navigate to the UG Medical or Dental counselling section. Look for the link to the Special Stray Round verified candidates list, which will open as a PDF document.
Once the PDF loads, search for your NEET UG roll number or your name in the list. If you find your entry, you are eligible to fill choices. Download and save a copy of the list for your records. If your name does not appear, unfortunately you cannot participate in this round and should explore other options such as private college direct admissions or waiting for future counselling rounds in other states.
- Go to wbmcc.nic.in
- Open the UG Medical or Dental counselling section
- Click the verified candidates list for the Special Stray Round
- Search for your NEET roll number or name
- Download and save the PDF
Critical Deadline: Lock Your Choices by 2 PM Today
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Online choice filling opened at 6 PM on November 6 and will close at 2 PM on November 7, 2026. This is a hard deadline—choices submitted after 2 PM will not be accepted. You must log in to the WBMCC portal using your registration credentials and arrange your preferred colleges in order of priority before this time.
Any choices that are not locked by the deadline will not be considered during seat allotment. This means if you fill choices but forget to click the 'lock' button, your preferences will be discarded and you will not receive a seat. After locking, download and save your locked choice slip immediately as proof of submission.
- Choice filling window: 6 PM Nov 6 to 2 PM Nov 7, 2026
- You must LOCK your choices—simply filling them is not enough
- Unlocked choices will not be considered for allotment
- Download your locked choice slip after submission
How to Fill and Rank Your College Preferences
Before you begin filling choices, study the seat matrix released by WBMCC. This document shows exactly how many MBBS and BDS seats are available at each government and private college in West Bengal, broken down by quota. Understanding the seat availability will help you make informed decisions about which colleges to include in your preference list.
Log in to wbmcc.nic.in with your registration credentials. You will see a list of colleges offering MBBS or BDS seats (depending on which course you are eligible for). Add colleges to your preference list in order of your choice, with your most preferred college at the top. You can rank as many colleges as you wish. Review your entire list carefully before locking to ensure the order reflects your true preferences, because once locked, you cannot change it.
- Review the seat matrix to see available seats at each college
- Log in with your registration credentials
- Add colleges in order of preference (most preferred at top)
- You can rank multiple colleges
- Review the full list before locking
- Click 'lock' to finalize your choices
- Download the locked choice slip
Understanding the Revised Schedule and Key Dates
WBMCC revised the Special Stray Round schedule on November 4, 2026, extending registration by one day and expanding document verification to three days to accommodate all candidates. This adjustment was made to ensure a smoother process, but it also means the overall timeline is compressed. Understanding each deadline is essential to avoid missing critical steps.
The seat allotment result will be announced on November 12, 2026, after 2 PM. Candidates who receive a seat must then report to their allotted college for admission between November 13 and 16, 2026 (10 AM to 4 PM). Importantly, WBMCC has instructed all participating colleges to treat weekends and gazetted holidays as working days during this period to keep the schedule on track. This means you may need to report on a Saturday or Sunday if that is when your college schedules your admission slot.
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- Choice filling and locking: 6 PM Nov 6 to 2 PM Nov 7
- Seat allotment result: November 12 (after 2 PM)
- Admission reporting: November 13, 14, and 16 (10 AM to 4 PM)
- Weekends and holidays count as working days
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Online Registration | 11 AM Nov 3 to 8 PM Nov 5, 2026 |
| Online Fee Payment | 11 AM Nov 3 to 12 midnight Nov 5, 2026 |
| Physical Document Verification | Nov 4, 5, 6 (11 AM to 4 PM) |
| Verified Candidates List & Seat Matrix Released | Nov 6 (after 5 PM) |
| Choice Filling and Locking | 6 PM Nov 6 to 2 PM Nov 7, 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Result | Nov 12 (after 2 PM) |
| Reporting and Admission | Nov 13, 14, 16 (10 AM to 4 PM) |
What Happens After Seat Allotment: Admission Process
Once you receive a seat allotment on November 12, you must report to your allotted college during the designated reporting dates (November 13, 14, or 16, 2026, between 10 AM and 4 PM) with all original documents. Bring your NEET admit card, 10th and 12th mark sheets, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and any other documents specified by WBMCC.
You will also need to carry the college fee and the required bond (a legal undertaking confirming your commitment to the college). Admission is finalized only after the college verifies all your original documents in person. For private medical college admissions, the process will take place at government medical colleges in Kolkata. For private dental college admissions, reporting will be at Dr R. Ahmed Dental College. Do not miss your reporting slot, as seats may be cancelled if you fail to report within the specified timeframe.
- Bring all original documents (NEET admit card, mark sheets, certificates)
- Carry the college fee and required bond
- Report during your assigned date and time
- Private medical college admissions: at government medical colleges in Kolkata
- Private dental college admissions: at Dr R. Ahmed Dental College
- Admission is finalized only after document verification
Special Note for NRI Candidates
If you are an NRI (Non-Resident Indian) candidate, you were not required to attend physical document verification at a designated college. However, you must still have completed online registration and fee payment to be eligible for this round. Check the verified candidates list to confirm your name appears, and proceed with choice filling and locking as instructed.
What to Do Right Now: Your Action Checklist
Time is running out. Here is exactly what you need to do before 2 PM today to secure your seat in this round. Follow each step carefully to avoid missing the deadline or making errors that could disqualify you.
- Confirm your name appears on the verified candidates list at wbmcc.nic.in
- Download and review the seat matrix to see available MBBS and BDS seats
- Decide which colleges you want to rank and in what order
- Log in to the WBMCC portal with your registration credentials
- Fill your college preferences in order of preference
- Review your entire preference list one final time
- Click the 'lock' button to finalize your choices
- Download and save your locked choice slip
- Gather all original documents and arrange the college fee and bond for admission reporting
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
How do I know if I am eligible for the WB NEET UG Special Stray Round?
You are eligible if your name appears on the verified candidates list released by WBMCC on November 6, 2026. To be on this list, you must have completed online registration, paid the counselling fee, and successfully cleared physical document verification between November 4 and 6. Check wbmcc.nic.in to search for your NEET roll number or name in the PDF list.
What is the deadline for locking my college choices?
The deadline is 2 PM on November 7, 2026. Choice filling opened at 6 PM on November 6. You must not only fill your preferences but also click the 'lock' button before 2 PM, or your choices will not be considered for seat allotment. Any choices left unlocked will be discarded.
Can I change my college preferences after locking them?
No. Once you lock your choices, they cannot be changed. This is why it is critical to review your entire preference list carefully before clicking the lock button. Make sure your most preferred college is ranked first and that the order reflects your true priorities.
When will the seat allotment result be announced?
The seat allotment result will be announced on November 12, 2026, after 2 PM. You will be able to check your allotted college and seat on the WBMCC portal. If you receive a seat, you must report to your allotted college between November 13 and 16, 2026.
What documents do I need to bring for admission reporting?
Bring all original documents including your NEET admit card, 10th and 12th mark sheets, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and any other documents specified by WBMCC. You must also carry the college fee and the required bond. Admission is finalized only after the college verifies these documents in person.
What if I cannot report on the assigned date?
Reporting dates are November 13, 14, and 16, 2026 (10 AM to 4 PM). If you miss your reporting slot, your seat may be cancelled. WBMCC has instructed colleges to treat weekends and holidays as working days, so you may be assigned a slot on a Saturday or Sunday. Plan accordingly and do not miss your deadline.
Are NRI candidates required to attend physical document verification?
No. NRI candidates were not required to attend physical document verification. However, you must have completed online registration and fee payment. Check the verified candidates list to confirm your name appears, and proceed with choice filling and locking as instructed.
What is the difference between State Quota and Private Management Quota seats?
State Quota seats are reserved for West Bengal residents and are offered at government medical and dental colleges. Private Management Quota seats are offered at private medical and dental colleges and are open to candidates from across India. The seat matrix shows how many seats are available under each quota at each college.
If your name is on the verified list, act immediately: log in to wbmcc.nic.in, review the seat matrix, rank your colleges, and lock your choices before 2 PM today. Missing this deadline means losing your chance in this round. After allotment on November 12, be ready to report with all documents and fees between November 13 and 16.
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