WB NEET UG Stray Vacancy Seats 2026: Allotment Result & Reporting Guide

The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee released the provisional seat allotment result for the stray vacancy round of NEET UG counselling on October 23, 2026. This round offers a final opportunity for eligible candidates who did not secure seats in earlier counselling phases to join MBBS or BDS programmes across West Bengal medical colleges. If you participated in the stray vacancy round and received an allotment, you must now complete the college reporting process within a strict timeframe to confirm your admission.

What is the stray vacancy round and who is eligible?

The stray vacancy round is the final phase of NEET UG counselling in West Bengal, designed to fill any remaining unfilled seats after the main and special rounds of allotment. This round is open only to candidates who were declared eligible by the West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee and submitted their choice of colleges and courses during the designated application window.

Eligibility for the stray vacancy round is determined by the committee based on NEET UG rank, category, and domicile status. Candidates who did not secure a seat in earlier rounds but meet the eligibility criteria are invited to participate. The committee released the list of eligible candidates before opening the choice submission window, allowing qualified aspirants to indicate their preferences for available MBBS and BDS seats.

When and where to download your allotment result

The provisional allotment result for the stray vacancy round was made available on October 23, 2026, by 12 PM on the official West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee website. Candidates who applied for the stray vacancy round can access and download their allotment letter in PDF format from the portal.

To retrieve your result, visit the official WBMCC website, navigate to the UG NEET counselling section, and select the stray vacancy provisional allotment result option. Your allotment letter will display your assigned college, course (MBBS or BDS), and seat category. Download and save this document—you will need to present it during college reporting.

• Official website: wbmcc.nic.in
• Result release date: October 23, 2026
• Result availability: By 12 PM on the official portal
• Format: PDF download

College reporting schedule and mandatory timelines

Candidates who received a seat allotment must report to their assigned college within the specified reporting window. The reporting schedule is divided into three time slots across two days to manage the volume of admissions. Missing the reporting deadline will result in forfeiture of your allotted seat, and you will not be able to participate in any further counselling rounds.

The first reporting window is from 2 PM to 6 PM on October 23, 2026 (the same day the result is released). The second window is from 2 PM to 6 PM on October 24, 2026. The final reporting window is from 10 AM to 4 PM on October 26, 2026. Plan your travel and document preparation accordingly to meet one of these deadlines.

• October 23, 2026: 2 PM to 6 PM
• October 24, 2026: 2 PM to 6 PM
• October 26, 2026: 10 AM to 4 PM

Essential documents to carry for college reporting

Reporting to your allotted college requires you to bring a complete set of original documents and certified copies. The college will verify your eligibility, academic qualifications, and category status before confirming your admission. Arriving without all required documents may delay your admission process or result in rejection of your application.

Prepare both original and photocopy sets of each document listed below. Additionally, carry 4–6 passport-size photographs (specifications may vary by college, so check with your assigned institution beforehand). The allotment letter itself is a critical document—do not forget to print or carry it on your phone in digital form as backup.

• NEET UG 2026 admit card and rank card (originals and copies)
• Class 10 certificate or official proof of date of birth
• Class 12 marksheet and passing certificate
• Provisional allotment letter (downloaded from the portal)
• Valid government-issued identity proof (Aadhaar, passport, or voter ID)
• Domicile certificate (if applicable to your state)
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC, if applicable)
• Quota-specific documents (if applying under any special quota)
• Proof of admission fee payment (if already paid)
• Passport-size photographs (4–6 copies)

How to download your allotment result: Step-by-step guide

Downloading your allotment result is straightforward if you follow the official portal navigation. The process takes only a few minutes and can be done from any device with internet access. Save the PDF to your phone or computer and also print a hard copy to carry to the college.

Begin by opening the official WBMCC website in your browser. Look for the section dedicated to UG NEET counselling and click on it. Within that section, locate and click on the option labeled 'Stray Vacancy Provisional Allotment Result.' Your result will appear on the screen, displaying your allotment details. Download the PDF file immediately and verify that all information (name, roll number, allotted college, course, and seat category) is correct before proceeding to the college.

• Step 1: Visit wbmcc.nic.in
• Step 2: Click on 'UG NEET Counselling'
• Step 3: Select 'Stray Vacancy Provisional Allotment Result'
• Step 4: View your allotment details on screen
• Step 5: Download the PDF for your records

What happens after you report to the college?

Once you report to your allotted college with all required documents, the college admission office will verify your credentials and process your admission. This verification typically includes checking your NEET rank, academic qualifications, category status, and domicile eligibility. After verification, you will be asked to pay the admission fee (if not already paid) and complete the registration process.

After successful verification and fee payment, you will receive your official admission confirmation and be enrolled as a student of the college. You will then proceed with hostel allotment (if applicable), course registration, and orientation. Reporting to the college is mandatory for all candidates allotted seats in the stray vacancy round; failure to report will result in cancellation of your allotment and loss of your seat.

Common mistakes to avoid during the reporting process

Many candidates lose their seats due to preventable errors during the reporting phase. The most common mistake is arriving at the college without all required documents or with incomplete sets. Even if you are missing a single document, the college may not admit you on that day, and you may miss the reporting deadline entirely.

Another frequent error is misreading the reporting time or date and arriving outside the designated window. Since the reporting period is only three days with specific time slots, arriving even one hour after the final deadline will result in forfeiture of your seat. Additionally, some candidates fail to download and print their allotment letter, which is a mandatory document. Finally, do not assume that the college will accept digital copies of all documents—always carry originals and certified photocopies as instructed.

• Incomplete or missing documents
• Arriving outside the designated reporting time window
• Forgetting to download or print the allotment letter
• Relying solely on digital copies instead of originals and photocopies
• Delaying your report until the last day without accounting for travel time

What if you don't get a seat in the stray vacancy round?

If your name does not appear in the stray vacancy allotment result, it means no seat matching your preferences and eligibility was available during this round. This does not mean your NEET qualification is invalid; it simply reflects the limited number of remaining seats and the competition among eligible candidates.

If you did not secure a seat, you may explore alternative pathways such as applying to private medical colleges (which often have their own admission processes), considering BDS programmes if you applied only for MBBS, or preparing for NEET PG after completing a bachelor's degree from another institution. Some states also conduct additional counselling rounds if seats remain unfilled. Check the official WBMCC website for any announcements regarding further rounds or alternative admission opportunities.

Frequently asked questions

If you received an allotment in the stray vacancy round, act immediately: download your result, gather all required documents, and plan your college visit within the reporting window. Missing the deadline will result in permanent loss of your seat. For any clarifications about your allotment or college-specific requirements, contact your assigned college or the WBMCC helpline without delay.