The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) has opened registration for the Special Stray Vacancy Round—the final counselling window for MBBS aspirants in West Bengal this cycle. Candidates who participated in earlier WBMCC rounds but remain unallotted or were excluded can register and pay the counselling fee from November 2 to November 4, 2026, by 3:00 PM. This round also includes Round 5 counselling for BDS and BSc Nursing seats. If you are an MBBS aspirant in West Bengal who has not yet secured a seat, this is your last opportunity through the official counselling process.
Register and pay the counselling fee by 3:00 PM on November 4, 2026, at wbmcc.nic.in if you are an unallotted NEET UG 2026 candidate who participated in earlier WBMCC rounds—this is the final MBBS counselling window in West Bengal.
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Not every NEET UG 2026 candidate can register for this round. Eligibility is strictly limited to those who have already participated in one or more earlier WBMCC counselling rounds and either remain unallotted (did not receive a seat) or were excluded from previous rounds.
Fresh registration—meaning applying for the first time—is not permitted for MBBS in the Special Stray Round. If you skipped all previous counselling rounds or were allotted a seat in an earlier round and joined the college, you cannot participate. Additionally, you must meet the basic NEET UG 2026 qualification criteria: a minimum age of 17 years as of December 31, 2026, and Class 12 completion with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.
Candidates who were allotted a seat in an earlier round, joined the college, and then did not resign within the permitted window are also barred from this round. Before paying the counselling fee, verify your eligibility status on the WBMCC portal.
Important Dates and Deadlines for Registration and Choice Filling
The registration and fee payment window is narrow: November 2 to November 4, 2026. Online registration opens on November 3 at 11:00 AM and closes on November 5 at 8:00 PM, but fee payment must be completed by 3:00 PM on November 4. This means you have only two full days to register and pay; do not delay.
After registration, candidate verification takes place on November 4, 5, and 6 between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM. The verified candidates list and seat matrix will be published on November 6 after 5:00 PM. Choice filling and choice locking occur on November 6 from 6:00 PM to November 7 at 2:00 PM—this is when you select and lock your preferred colleges and courses.
The seat allotment result will be announced on November 12 after 2:00 PM. Reporting and admission at allotted colleges take place on November 13, 14, and 16 between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Mark these dates on your calendar and plan accordingly.
- Registration and fee payment: November 2–4, 2026 (payment by 3:00 PM on Nov 4)
- Candidate verification: November 4–6, 2026 (11:00 AM–4:00 PM)
- Verified list and seat matrix: November 6, 2026 (after 5:00 PM)
- Choice filling and locking: November 6–7, 2026 (6:00 PM to 2:00 PM)
- Seat allotment result: November 12, 2026 (after 2:00 PM)
- Reporting and admission: November 13, 14, and 16, 2026 (10:00 AM–4:00 PM)
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How to Register on the WBMCC Portal
Registration is entirely online at wbmcc.nic.in. Start by visiting the official WBMCC portal and locating the NEET UG 2026 Special Stray Round registration link. Log in using your existing WBMCC candidate credentials—the same username and password you used for earlier counselling rounds.
Once logged in, verify that your personal and academic details on the dashboard are correct. Any discrepancies should be flagged immediately. Next, pay the non-refundable counselling fee online using the payment gateway. Keep the payment receipt for your records.
After payment, you must fill and lock your college and course choices before 11:00 AM on November 5, 2026. This is a critical step: once you lock your choices, you cannot change them. Think carefully about your preferences and the colleges you wish to apply to before locking.
- Visit wbmcc.nic.in and click the Special Stray Round registration link
- Log in with your existing WBMCC credentials
- Verify personal and academic details on your dashboard
- Pay the non-refundable counselling fee online
- Fill and lock your college and course choices by 11:00 AM on November 5, 2026
What About BDS and BSc Nursing Candidates?
The same registration window (November 2–4, 2026) also hosts Round 5 counselling for BDS and BSc Nursing seats in West Bengal. Unlike MBBS, fresh registration may be allowed for BDS and BSc Nursing, subject to the official rules published on the WBMCC portal. If you are a BDS or BSc Nursing aspirant, confirm your stream-wise eligibility before paying the counselling fee.
WBMCC has also announced that Round 6 counselling for BDS and BSc Nursing will begin on November 17, 2026, with the result scheduled for November 20, 2026. The reporting deadline for Round 6 is November 28, 2026. If you do not secure a seat in Round 5, you will have another opportunity in Round 6.
Why This Round Is Your Final Chance for MBBS in West Bengal
The Special Stray Round is explicitly the last counselling window for MBBS seats in West Bengal for the 2026 admission cycle. Any MBBS seats that remain unfilled after this round cannot be allotted through further counselling. This means if you do not secure a seat now, you will not have another official counselling opportunity in West Bengal for MBBS.
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For this reason, if you are an unallotted NEET UG 2026 candidate in West Bengal, treating this round as your final opportunity is essential. Prepare your choice list carefully, ensure all your documents are ready, and do not miss the registration or choice-locking deadlines.
Documents You Must Have Ready
Before you register, gather all required documents. You will need your NEET UG 2026 scorecard, Class 10 and Class 12 certificates, and proof of domicile (residence) in West Bengal. Having these documents scanned or photocopied and ready will speed up the verification process.
During candidate verification (November 4–6), you may be asked to present original documents. Ensure you have them available during the verification window. Any missing or incorrect documentation could delay your verification and jeopardize your participation in this round.
- NEET UG 2026 scorecard
- Class 10 certificate
- Class 12 certificate
- Proof of domicile in West Bengal
Non-Refundable Fee and Payment Caution
The counselling fee for this round is non-refundable. This means once you pay, you cannot get your money back, even if you do not participate further or do not secure a seat. Before paying, confirm that you meet all eligibility criteria and that you are ready to proceed with choice filling and potential admission.
Pay the fee only through the official WBMCC portal to avoid fraud. Do not send money through any other channel or to any unofficial account. Keep your payment receipt and transaction ID for reference.
What Happens After Seat Allotment?
Once the seat allotment result is published on November 12, check the WBMCC portal to see if you have been allotted a seat. If you are allotted, you must report to the college on one of the designated reporting dates: November 13, 14, or 16, 2026, between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Reporting means physically visiting the college, submitting original documents, and completing the admission formalities.
If you do not report within the specified window, your allotted seat will be forfeited, and you will lose the opportunity. Plan your travel and document submission in advance to ensure you can report on time.
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Can I apply for the Special Stray Round if I am applying for NEET UG counselling for the first time?
No. Fresh registration is not permitted for MBBS in the Special Stray Round. You must have participated in at least one earlier WBMCC counselling round and either remain unallotted or were excluded. However, fresh registration may be allowed for BDS and BSc Nursing; check the official WBMCC portal for stream-specific rules.
What is the last date to register and pay the counselling fee?
Online registration closes on November 5, 2026, at 8:00 PM, but fee payment must be completed by 3:00 PM on November 4, 2026. This means you have until 3:00 PM on November 4 to pay; do not wait until the last moment.
Is the counselling fee refundable?
No. The counselling fee is non-refundable. Once you pay, you cannot get your money back, even if you withdraw or do not secure a seat. Confirm your eligibility and readiness before paying.
When will the seat allotment result be announced?
The seat allotment result will be published on November 12, 2026, after 2:00 PM on the WBMCC portal. Check your login to see if you have been allotted a seat.
What happens if I do not report to the college after being allotted a seat?
If you do not report during the designated reporting window (November 13, 14, or 16, 2026, between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM), your allotted seat will be forfeited. You will lose the opportunity and cannot claim it later.
Is this the final counselling round for MBBS in West Bengal?
Yes. The Special Stray Round is the final counselling window for MBBS seats in West Bengal for the 2026 admission cycle. Any seats remaining unfilled after this round cannot be allotted through further counselling.
Can I change my college and course choices after locking them?
No. Once you lock your choices by 11:00 AM on November 5, 2026, you cannot change them. Choose carefully before locking.
What documents do I need for candidate verification?
You will need your NEET UG 2026 scorecard, Class 10 and Class 12 certificates, and proof of domicile in West Bengal. Have these ready during the verification window (November 4–6, 2026, 11:00 AM–4:00 PM).
If you are an unallotted NEET UG 2026 candidate in West Bengal, register immediately at wbmcc.nic.in and pay the counselling fee by 3:00 PM on November 4, 2026. This is your final opportunity to secure an MBBS seat through official counselling. Lock your choices by 11:00 AM on November 5, and prepare to report to your allotted college on November 13, 14, or 16.
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