West Bengal NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Counselling: Revised Schedule & Dates

West Bengal's Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) has released the revised schedule for Round 1 of NEET UG 2026 counselling on 20 August 2026. This schedule covers registration, fee payment, verification, choice filling, and allotment for State Quota, Private Management Quota, and NRI Quota seats in MBBS and BDS colleges across West Bengal. The counselling process will run from 11 August to 5 September 2026. Every NEET UG 2026 qualified candidate seeking admission to a medical or dental college in West Bengal must follow these exact dates and deadlines — missing even one window can result in losing your seat.

What is this schedule and who needs to follow it?

This is the official timetable for Round 1 of West Bengal NEET UG 2026 counselling. It applies to every candidate who qualified in NEET UG 2026 and wishes to secure an MBBS or BDS seat in West Bengal through State Quota, Private Management Quota, or NRI Quota. The schedule was originally published on 11 August 2026 and has now been revised as of 20 August 2026.

Round 1 is the first and primary counselling round. If you do not participate in Round 1, you may lose the opportunity to secure a seat in your preferred college. The entire process — from registration to final admission — must be completed within the dates given below. All times mentioned are server time, which means the system clock, not your local time.

Important dates: Complete timeline for Round 1

Below is the complete schedule for all events in Round 1 counselling. Every date and time window is final. The notice specifies that all times are 'as per server time', so ensure your device clock is accurate before attempting any online action.

Registration: How to register and when

Registration is the first step. You must register online on the official West Bengal counselling portal using your NEET UG 2026 qualification details. Registration opens in two windows: first from 11 am on 13 August to 6 pm on 16 August 2026, and then again from 3 pm on 20 August to 6 pm on 23 August 2026 (all times server time).

If you miss the first window, you can still register in the second window. However, do not wait until the last day — the portal may experience heavy traffic, and you risk losing your slot. Register as soon as the window opens. You will need your NEET UG 2026 roll number, date of birth, and other basic details to complete registration.

• Registration is online only; no offline registration is available
• You must register during one of the two specified time windows
• Registration does not guarantee a seat; it only makes you eligible for the next steps
• Keep your registration confirmation number safe for future reference

Fee payment: Amount, deadline, and payment method

After successful registration, you must pay the counselling fee online. The fee payment window runs from 11 am on 13 August to 12 midnight on 16 August 2026, and again from 3 pm on 20 August to 12 midnight on 23 August 2026 (server time). The notice does not specify the exact fee amount — you will see this on the portal when you log in. Payment must be made online through the official portal; no offline or bank transfer payments are accepted.

Fee payment is mandatory. Without payment, your registration will not be processed, and you will not be eligible for verification or allotment. Pay the fee immediately after registration to avoid last-minute delays. Keep your payment receipt and transaction ID for your records.

• Fee payment is online only
• Payment must be completed within the specified time windows
• Without fee payment, you cannot proceed to verification
• Save your payment receipt and transaction ID

Verification: What it is, where, and when to attend

After registration and fee payment, you must attend in-person verification at a designated college on a date and time slot assigned to you. Verification is the process where the college checks your original documents (certificates, mark sheets, category certificate, etc.) against the information you submitted online. The verification dates are 14 August, 17 August, 18 August 2026 from 11 am to 4 pm, and 21 August, 24 August 2026 from 11 am to 4 pm (server time).

The notice states that you will be assigned a specific college and time slot by the software. You must attend verification at that college on that date and time. Failure to attend verification on your assigned date and time will result in rejection of your application. The notice also mentions that for NRI candidates, special instructions will be provided separately. After successful verification, your name will appear on the verified candidates list published on 25 August 2026.

• Verification is in-person and mandatory
• You will be assigned a specific college and time slot
• Attend on your assigned date and time; no changes are allowed
• Bring all original documents for verification
• Failure to attend results in rejection of your application

Documents required for verification

The notice does not provide a detailed list of documents required for verification. However, standard documents for NEET UG counselling verification typically include: NEET UG 2026 admit card and score card, 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates, bachelor's degree certificate (if applicable), category certificate (SC/ST/OBC if applicable), domicile certificate, and any other documents specified in the Information Bulletin. The Information Bulletin will be published on 11 August 2026 — download it immediately and check the exact document list.

Bring all documents in original form plus one photocopy. Do not assume which documents are needed — the Information Bulletin will specify exactly. Missing even one required document can result in rejection during verification.

• Check the Information Bulletin (published 11 August 2026) for the exact document list
• Bring all documents in original form plus photocopies
• Missing documents will result in rejection during verification
• Do not rely on guesswork — follow the official list exactly

Choice filling: How to select your colleges and courses

After verification is complete and your name appears on the verified candidates list (25 August 2026), you can fill your choices online. Choice filling opens at 4 pm on 25 August 2026 and closes at 4 pm on 27 August 2026 (server time). During this window, you will log into the portal and select the colleges and courses (MBBS or BDS) you wish to be considered for, in order of preference.

The seat matrix — showing how many MBBS and BDS seats are available in each college under State Quota, Private Management Quota, and NRI Quota — will be published on 25 August 2026 after 12 noon. Review the seat matrix carefully before filling your choices. You can fill as many choices as you wish, but rank them in order of your true preference. After 4 pm on 27 August, your choices will be locked and cannot be changed. The allotment algorithm will then match your choices with available seats based on your rank and category.

• Choice filling is online only
• Window: 4 pm on 25 August to 4 pm on 27 August 2026 (server time)
• Review the seat matrix before filling choices
• Rank choices in order of true preference
• After 4 pm on 27 August, choices are locked and cannot be changed
• Allotment is based on your rank, category, and choice order

Allotment result: When and how to check

The allotment result for Round 1 will be published on 31 August 2026 after 4 pm (server time). On this date, log into the portal and check your allotment status. You will see which college and course (MBBS or BDS) you have been allotted, if any. The allotment is based on your NEET UG rank, category, quota (State/Private Management/NRI), and your choice order.

If you are allotted a seat, you must report to that college on one of the reporting dates (1, 2, 3, or 5 September 2026) between 10 am and 4 pm with all original documents and the required fees. If you are not allotted a seat in Round 1, you may be eligible for subsequent rounds (if announced). Do not assume you are not eligible — check the portal on 31 August after 4 pm.

• Allotment result published: 31 August 2026 after 4 pm
• Check the portal using your login credentials
• Allotment is based on rank, category, quota, and choice order
• If allotted, you must report to the college on a specified date
• If not allotted, wait for further rounds (if announced)

Reporting and admission: Final step to secure your seat

If you are allotted a seat, you must report to your allotted college in person on one of the reporting dates: 1 September, 2 September, 3 September, or 5 September 2026, between 10 am and 4 pm (server time). Reporting is the final step to confirm your admission. You must bring all original documents, the college requisition fee, and a bond (if required by the college). The notice states that the admission process for private medical colleges will be different from government colleges, and separate notices will be published.

After successful document verification at the college, you will be admitted to the course. Do not delay reporting — if you do not report within the specified dates, your seat may be cancelled and offered to the next candidate. For all private dental colleges, the admission process will be coordinated through Dr. R Ahmed Dental College, and separate instructions will be issued.

• Reporting dates: 1, 2, 3, 5 September 2026 from 10 am to 4 pm
• Bring all original documents and college fees
• Reporting is mandatory to confirm your admission
• Failure to report within the dates will result in seat cancellation
• Private college admission process will be notified separately

State Quota vs. Private Management Quota vs. NRI Quota: What's the difference?

West Bengal counselling allocates seats across three quotas: State Quota (seats filled by the state government for West Bengal domicile candidates), Private Management Quota (seats in private colleges reserved for management discretion), and NRI Quota (seats reserved for Non-Resident Indian candidates). The seat matrix published on 25 August will show how many seats are available in each college under each quota.

Your eligibility for each quota depends on your domicile status, category, and whether you are an NRI. The Information Bulletin will clarify the eligibility criteria for each quota. During choice filling, you will see which colleges and courses are available under the quota(s) you are eligible for. The allotment algorithm will consider your choices and allot you a seat based on your rank and quota eligibility.

• State Quota: for West Bengal domicile candidates
• Private Management Quota: seats in private colleges
• NRI Quota: for Non-Resident Indian candidates
• Eligibility criteria will be in the Information Bulletin
• Seat matrix shows availability under each quota

Critical trap: Missing a deadline means losing your seat

This is the most important warning: every date and time window in this schedule is strict and non-negotiable. If you miss registration, you cannot participate. If you miss fee payment, your registration is void. If you miss verification on your assigned date and time, you are rejected. If you miss choice filling, you cannot be allotted. If you miss reporting, your seat is cancelled. There are no extensions, no exceptions, and no second chances within a round.

The notice emphasizes that all times are 'as per server time', not your local time. This means the portal's internal clock, not your phone or computer clock. If the portal says the deadline is 6 pm, it closes at 6 pm server time, not 6 pm your time. Plan to complete each step at least 1-2 hours before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues or delays.

• ⚠️ All deadlines are strict; no extensions are given
• ⚠️ Missing one deadline means losing your seat
• ⚠️ All times are server time, not local time
• ⚠️ Complete each step 1-2 hours before the deadline
• ⚠️ Technical issues are not an excuse for missing deadlines

Where to find more information and the Information Bulletin

The official Information Bulletin and detailed counselling guidelines will be published on 11 August 2026 on the West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee website. This bulletin will contain the exact eligibility criteria, document requirements, fee amount, quota-wise seat distribution, and any other important instructions. Download and read the Information Bulletin carefully as soon as it is published.

The notice also mentions that separate notices will be published for private medical colleges and all private dental colleges (coordinated through Dr. R Ahmed Dental College). These notices will provide college-specific reporting instructions and admission procedures. Check the official website regularly for all updates and notices.

• Information Bulletin published: 11 August 2026
• Download from the official WBMCC website
• Read the bulletin carefully before registering
• Separate notices for private colleges will be published
• Check the website regularly for updates

Frequently asked questions

Download the Information Bulletin when it is published on 11 August 2026. Mark all dates in your calendar and set reminders for each deadline — registration (13-16 August and 20-23 August), fee payment (same windows), verification (14, 17, 18, 21, 24 August), choice filling (25-27 August), allotment result (31 August), and reporting (1, 2, 3, 5 September). Do not miss any deadline; each one is final and non-negotiable. Start preparing your documents now so you are ready for verification on your assigned date.