West Bengal NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Seat Matrix: MBBS & BDS

The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) has released the official seat matrix for Round 3 of NEET UG 2026 counselling. This document lists all available MBBS and BDS seats across 64 colleges in West Bengal — both government and private institutions — broken down by quota type (State Quota, Private Management Quota, NRI Quota) and category (Unreserved, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, and their PwD sub-categories). The seat matrix is the foundation for understanding where you can apply and how many seats are available in each category at each college. If you are a NEET UG 2026 candidate in West Bengal, this matrix determines your counselling options in Round 3.

What is the Seat Matrix and Why It Matters

The seat matrix is an official table that lists every MBBS and BDS seat available in Round 3 of West Bengal counselling. It is not a merit list or allotment — it is a map of supply. Each row represents one college-quota-program combination, and each column shows how many seats are reserved for each category.

This matrix is critical because it tells you: (1) which colleges are participating in Round 3, (2) how many total seats each college is offering, (3) how many seats are in each quota (State Quota, Private Management, NRI), and (4) how many seats within each quota are reserved for your category (UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, and PwD variants). Without this information, you cannot make an informed choice during registration.

The matrix was printed on 01 October 2026 at 16:25 and covers 64 institutions offering MBBS or BDS programmes. It is the official reference for Round 3 counselling in West Bengal.

Colleges and Programmes Included

The seat matrix covers 64 colleges across West Bengal. These include 13 State Government medical and dental colleges, 1 Central Government college (ESI PGI MSR AND ESIC Medical College, Joka, Kolkata), and 50 Private University/Institute colleges. All are offering either MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) or BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) undergraduate programmes.

State Government colleges include well-known institutions such as Medical College Kolkata, R.G. Kar Medical College, Calcutta National Medical College, North Bengal Medical College, and others across districts like Burdwan, Malda, Darjeeling, and Midnapur. Private colleges range from single-seat offerings to large institutions with 100+ seats.

The matrix lists each college once per quota type. For example, if a college offers both State Quota and Private Management Quota seats, it appears as two separate rows. This is important: do not assume a college has only one row — check all rows to see all quota options at that institution.

• 13 State Government colleges (MBBS and BDS)
• 1 Central Government college (MBBS)
• 50 Private University/Institute colleges (MBBS and BDS)
• Total: 64 college-quota combinations listed

Understanding Quota Types

West Bengal counselling offers seats under three main quota types: State Quota, Private Management Quota, and NRI Quota. Each quota has different eligibility rules and fills seats through different processes.

**State Quota:** These are seats that West Bengal fills through its own counselling process. They are available to all NEET-qualified candidates (not just West Bengal domicile, unless specified by the state). State Quota seats are typically the most competitive and have the lowest cutoffs because they attract candidates from across India.

**Private Management Quota:** These are seats that private colleges fill directly, often with their own criteria or through a separate process. The number of Private Management Quota seats is usually large (ranging from 1 to 113 seats per college in this matrix). Eligibility and fee structure may differ from State Quota.

**NRI Quota:** These seats are reserved for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and their dependents. Only a few colleges in this matrix offer NRI Quota seats (e.g., Jagannath Gupta Institute, KPC Medical College, PKG Medical College). NRI candidates must meet specific documentation requirements.

• State Quota: filled by West Bengal counselling; open to all NEET-qualified candidates
• Private Management Quota: filled by private colleges; may have separate eligibility or fee rules
• NRI Quota: reserved for NRIs and dependents; limited availability

Category Breakdown: Reserved and Unreserved Seats

Within each quota, seats are further divided by category. The matrix shows seats for: UR (Unreserved), EWS (Economically Weaker Section), OBC (Other Backward Class), SC (Scheduled Caste), and ST (Scheduled Tribe). Each category also has a PwD (Person with Disability) sub-category.

**UR (Unreserved):** Open to all candidates, regardless of caste or economic status. These seats are the most competitive.

**EWS (Economically Weaker Section):** Reserved for candidates from economically weaker backgrounds, regardless of caste. You must have an EWS certificate issued by the competent authority.

**OBC (Other Backward Class):** Reserved for candidates belonging to OBC as per the Central or State OBC list. You must have a valid OBC certificate.

**SC (Scheduled Caste) and ST (Scheduled Tribe):** Reserved for candidates belonging to SC/ST as per the Constitution. You must have a valid SC/ST certificate.

**PwD (Person with Disability):** Within each category (UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST), a certain number of seats are reserved for candidates with a disability of 40% or more. These are shown as separate columns (e.g., 'UR PwD', 'EWS PwD', 'OBC PwD', 'SC PwD', 'ST PwD').

For example, if a college shows 2 UR, 1 UR PwD, 2 EWS, 1 OBC, and 1 SC, it means: 2 unreserved seats for general candidates, 1 unreserved seat for a PwD candidate, 2 EWS seats, 1 OBC seat, and 1 SC seat — a total of 7 seats in that quota.

• UR: Unreserved, open to all
• EWS: Economically Weaker Section (requires EWS certificate)
• OBC: Other Backward Class (requires OBC certificate)
• SC: Scheduled Caste (requires SC certificate)
• ST: Scheduled Tribe (requires ST certificate)
• PwD: Person with Disability (40% or more disability; available within each category)

How to Read the Seat Matrix Table

Each row in the matrix represents one college-quota combination. The columns are: S.No (serial number), Institute Name, Institute Type (Government or Private), Program Name (MBBS or BDS), Stream (UG Medical), Quota (State Quota, Private Management Quota, or NRI Quota), and then the category columns: UR, UR PwD, EWS, EWS PwD, OBC, OBC PwD, SC, SC PwD, ST, ST PwD, and Total Seats.

**Example:** Row 20 shows Bankura Sammilani Medical College with State Quota. The columns show: 2 UR, 1 UR PwD, 1 EWS, 1 OBC, 2 SC, 1 ST, for a total of 7 seats. This means in Round 3, this college is offering 7 State Quota MBBS seats: 2 for unreserved candidates, 1 for an unreserved PwD candidate, 1 for an EWS candidate, 1 for an OBC candidate, 2 for SC candidates, and 1 for an ST candidate.

**Important:** If a cell is blank, it means no seats are available in that category for that college-quota combination. For instance, if a college shows 5 UR seats but the EWS column is blank, there are no EWS seats at that college in that quota.

The 'Total Seats' column on the far right sums all category seats for that row. Always verify the total by adding the individual category numbers — this helps catch any data entry errors.

• Each row = one college-quota combination
• Columns show seats by category (UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, and PwD variants)
• Blank cell = no seats in that category
• Total Seats = sum of all categories in that row

Key Colleges and Seat Availability

The matrix includes a mix of high-demand government colleges and large private institutions. Government colleges typically have fewer seats but are highly competitive. Private colleges, especially those with Private Management Quota, often have more seats.

**Largest seat offerings:** Raniganj Institute of Medical Science (Private Management Quota) offers 113 MBBS seats. Krishnan Agar Institute (Private Management Quota) offers 77 MBBS seats. Icare Institute (Private Management Quota) offers 34 MBBS seats. These large numbers reflect private colleges' capacity.

**Government colleges:** Most State Government colleges offer between 2 and 9 seats in Round 3. For example, Medical College Kolkata offers 5 State Quota MBBS seats, Calcutta National Medical College offers 7, and North Bengal Medical College offers 9.

**BDS seats:** Dental colleges are fewer. Burdwan Dental College offers 11 State Quota BDS seats. North Bengal Dental College offers 12. Guru Nanak Institute of Dental Sciences offers 9. Most other dental colleges offer 3–10 seats.

**NRI Quota:** Only three colleges offer NRI Quota seats: Jagannath Gupta Institute (7 MBBS seats), KPC Medical College (7 MBBS seats), and PKG Medical College (10 MBBS seats). These are for NRI candidates only.

• Largest private colleges: Raniganj (113), Krishnan Agar (77), Icare (34) MBBS seats
• Government colleges: typically 2–9 seats per college
• Dental colleges: 3–12 seats per college
• NRI Quota: only 3 colleges; 7–10 seats each

What the Seat Matrix Does NOT Tell You

The seat matrix shows supply (how many seats are available) but not demand (how many candidates will compete for them). It does not show cutoff ranks, merit lists, or which candidates will actually get a seat. That information comes later, after registration and allotment.

The matrix does not indicate fees, hostel availability, infrastructure, or college reputation. It is purely a count of seats. You must research each college separately to understand its quality, location, and cost.

The matrix does not show whether a seat is 'likely' to be filled in Round 3. Some seats may remain vacant if no eligible candidate chooses them. Conversely, some seats may be filled in earlier rounds (Round 1 or 2) and not be available in Round 3. This matrix reflects the seats available for Round 3 specifically.

The matrix does not include information about domicile requirements, if any. Some states have domicile-based quotas; check the official counselling rules to see if West Bengal has such restrictions for State Quota seats.

• Does not show cutoff ranks or merit lists
• Does not show fees, hostel, or infrastructure details
• Does not indicate which seats will actually be filled
• Does not show domicile or other eligibility restrictions (check counselling rules separately)

How to Use the Seat Matrix for Your Counselling Strategy

**Step 1: Identify your category.** Determine whether you are UR, EWS, OBC, SC, or ST, and whether you have a PwD certificate (if applicable). This narrows down which columns of the matrix apply to you.

**Step 2: Identify your quota eligibility.** Determine which quotas you are eligible for. Most NEET candidates can apply for State Quota seats. If you are an NRI, you may also apply for NRI Quota. Private Management Quota eligibility depends on the college's rules.

**Step 3: Scan the matrix for colleges with seats in your category and quota.** For example, if you are OBC and eligible for State Quota, look for colleges with OBC seats under State Quota. Note the college names and the number of seats.

**Step 4: Cross-reference with your rank.** Compare the colleges you identified with your NEET rank and the expected cutoff for that college-category combination. (Cutoffs are typically published separately; use previous years' data as a guide.) Identify colleges where your rank is likely to be competitive.

**Step 5: Prepare a priority list.** Rank the colleges by your preference (location, reputation, infrastructure, etc.) and prepare a list of colleges to choose during registration. The seat matrix helps you understand which colleges have realistic options for you.

**Step 6: Register and choose wisely.** During Round 3 registration, you will be asked to list your preferred colleges in order. Use the seat matrix to ensure you are choosing colleges where seats are actually available in your category.

• Identify your category (UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, PwD)
• Identify your quota eligibility (State, Private Management, NRI)
• Scan the matrix for colleges with seats in your category and quota
• Cross-reference with your NEET rank and expected cutoffs
• Prepare a priority list of colleges
• Register and choose colleges strategically

Important Notes on Category Certificates

If you are applying under EWS, OBC, SC, or ST category, you must have a valid certificate issued by the competent authority. The matrix shows seats reserved for these categories, but you cannot claim a reserved seat without the certificate.

**EWS Certificate:** Must be issued by the competent authority (typically the District Magistrate or Tehsildar) and must show that your annual family income is below the EWS threshold (currently ₹8 lakh per annum, but verify the current limit). The certificate must be issued within the validity period specified by the government.

**OBC Certificate:** Must be from the Central OBC list or the State OBC list (as applicable). Some states have their own OBC lists; check whether West Bengal recognizes your OBC status. The certificate must clearly state the OBC sub-group (if applicable).

**SC/ST Certificate:** Must be issued by the competent authority and must clearly state your SC or ST status. These certificates are typically valid indefinitely, but verify the issue date.

**PwD Certificate:** If you are a Person with Disability, you must have a disability certificate issued by a medical board authorized by the government. The disability must be 40% or more to be eligible for PwD seats. The certificate must specify the type and percentage of disability.

**Trap:** Many candidates lose seats because their certificate is invalid, expired, or does not match the category they claimed. Verify your certificate well before registration. If your certificate is invalid, contact the issuing authority immediately to get a corrected or renewed certificate.

• EWS: income below ₹8 lakh per annum; issued by District Magistrate or Tehsildar
• OBC: from Central or State OBC list; must show sub-group if applicable
• SC/ST: issued by competent authority; typically valid indefinitely
• PwD: 40% or more disability; issued by authorized medical board
• All certificates must be valid and issued within the specified period

Seat Matrix Data Summary

The Round 3 seat matrix for West Bengal NEET UG 2026 lists a total of 64 college-quota combinations. The total number of MBBS seats across all quotas and categories is approximately 1,100+, and BDS seats are approximately 100+. (Exact totals can be calculated by summing the 'Total Seats' column.)

The distribution is heavily skewed toward private colleges and Private Management Quota seats. Private Management Quota accounts for the majority of seats, while State Quota seats are limited and highly competitive. NRI Quota seats are minimal and available at only three colleges.

Government colleges dominate the State Quota, while private colleges dominate Private Management and NRI quotas. This reflects the structure of medical education in West Bengal: government colleges are fewer but prestigious, while private colleges are numerous and offer more seats.

The matrix was finalized and printed on 01 October 2026 at 16:25 IST. This is the official reference for Round 3 counselling. Any updates or corrections will be announced separately by WBMCC.

• 64 college-quota combinations listed
• Approximately 1,100+ MBBS seats and 100+ BDS seats across all quotas
• Private Management Quota: majority of seats
• State Quota: limited, highly competitive
• NRI Quota: minimal, 3 colleges only
• Printed: 01 October 2026, 16:25 IST

Frequently asked questions

The West Bengal Round 3 seat matrix is now available. Use it to identify colleges where seats are available in your category and quota. Cross-reference with your NEET rank and expected cutoffs to prepare a realistic priority list. Ensure your category certificate (EWS, OBC, SC, ST, or PwD) is valid before registration. Register during the official window and choose your colleges strategically. For the latest updates, visit the WBMCC website or contact the counselling authority directly.