The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Government of West Bengal, has officially released the tentative schedule for Round 1 of WB NEET UG 2026 counselling. The notice was issued by the West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) on August 11, 2026, covering admissions to State Quota, Private Management Quota, and NRI Quota seats across medical and dental colleges in the state.
If you’re a NEET UG 2026 qualified candidate aspiring for an MBBS or BDS seat in West Bengal, here’s your complete timeline for Round 1—from registration to seat surrender.
WB NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Counselling – Key dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Publication of Notice cum Information Bulletin | August 11, 2026 |
| Online Registration (NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates) | August 13, 11 AM – August 16, 6 PM |
| Online Fee Payment | August 13, 11 AM – August 16, 12 Midnight |
| Physical Document Verification (at designated college/time slot) | August 14, 17 & 18, 2026 (11 AM – 4 PM) |
| Publication of Verified Candidates List & Seat Matrix | August 19, 2026 (after 12 Noon) |
| Online Choice Filling & Choice Locking | August 19, 4 PM – August 21, 4 PM |
| Publication of Round 1 Allotment Result | August 25, 2026 (after 4 PM) |
| Reporting & Admission at Allotted Institute | August 26, 27 & 28, 2026 (10 AM – 4 PM) |
| Online Seat Surrender (with original documents) | September 3, 2026 (11 AM – 4 PM) |
(All timings are as per server time)
Important Points for Candidates
| # | Key Information |
|---|---|
| 1 | Only NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates are eligible to register for this counselling round |
| 2 | For Private Medical Colleges – Reporting and admission will take place at designated Government Medical Colleges in Kolkata; a separate notice regarding venues will be published on the official website |
| 3 | For Private Dental Colleges – Reporting will be conducted at Dr. R. Ahmed Dental College |
| 4 | Candidates must carry all original documents, requisite college fee, and bond at the time of physical document verification for admission confirmation |
| 5 | NRI candidates have separate verification procedures; details are available in the official notice |
| 6 | The schedule is tentative and subject to change as per board requirements |
What You Should Do Next
| Action | Deadline |
|---|---|
| ✅ Complete online registration | August 16, 6 PM |
| ✅ Pay counselling fee online | August 16, 12 Midnight |
| ✅ Report for physical document verification (if applicable) | August 14, 17 or 18 |
| ✅ Fill and lock your college choices | August 21, 4 PM |
| ✅ Check allotment result | August 25, after 4 PM |
| ✅ Report to allotted institute for admission | August 28, 4 PM |
Official Website
All updates, notices, and further instructions related to registration, choice filling, and document requirements will be published on the official WBMCC website:
Final Word of Advice
The Round 1 counselling window is now open. With registration starting on August 13 at 11 AM and closing just four days later on August 16, there’s no time to waste. Make sure you:
- Complete registration and fee payment within the stipulated window
- Keep all original documents ready – including domicile certificates, caste certificates, and PwD certificates (if applicable)
- Report for physical verification on your designated date – missing this step means you won’t be eligible for choice filling
- Fill and lock your choices carefully between August 19 and 21 – once locked, changes may not be allowed
- Check the allotment result on August 25 and report to your allotted college by August 28
Stay organised, follow the schedule diligently, and secure your MBBS or BDS seat in West Bengal. Good luck, future doctors! 🩺
Disclaimer: The information provided above is compiled from the official tentative schedule released by the West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC). All dates and timings are subject to change. Always refer to the official WBMCC website – wbmcc.nic.in – for the most accurate and updated details.