WB NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Counselling Registration Begins (13-16 August 2026): Full Schedule, How to Register & More

The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) has officially opened the West Bengal NEET Undergraduate (WB NEET UG) 2026 Round 1 counselling registration today, August 13, 2026, on its official portal, wbmcc.nic.in. Candidates aspiring for MBBS and BDS admissions in West Bengal can register online until August 16, 2026.

This initial round of counselling is crucial for admissions to MBBS and BDS courses under state quota, management quota, and NRI quota seats across various medical and dental colleges in West Bengal. Eligible candidates, who have qualified NEET UG 2026 and meet the state’s domicile criteria, are advised to complete their registration and fee payment within the stipulated deadlines to participate in the seat allotment process.

WB NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Counselling: Key Dates and Deadlines

The WBMCC has outlined a full schedule for the WB NEET UG 2026 Round 1 counselling process, beginning with registration and concluding with admissions. Candidates must adhere to the following dates to ensure their participation.

Eligibility Criteria and Domicile Rules for WB NEET UG 2026

Candidates must qualify NEET UG 2026 and meet the domicile requirements prescribed by the WBMCC to participate in counselling.

• NEET Qualification: Candidates must qualify NEET UG 2026.
• Type A1 Domicile: Candidates who have completed their entire schooling in West Bengal.
• Type A2 Domicile: Candidates who have completed part of their schooling in West Bengal.
• Type B Domicile: Applicable to candidates seeking admission through management and NRI quota seats in private colleges.
• State Quota: Round 1 covers 85% of seats in government medical and dental colleges.
• Private Colleges: Management and NRI quota seats are also included in the counselling process.
• Verification: Candidates should check the detailed eligibility and domicile requirements on the official WBMCC website before registration.

How to Register for WB NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Counselling

Candidates interested in participating in the WB NEET UG 2026 Round 1 counselling must complete their registration online through the official WBMCC portal. The process involves several steps to ensure accurate submission of details and participation in the subsequent rounds.

1. Go to the official website of the West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) at wbmcc.nic.in.
2. Locate and click on the link for ‘WB NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Counselling Registration’.
3. Register by providing the required personal and NEET UG 2026 details.
4. Fill out the application form with all necessary academic and personal information.
5. Upload scanned copies of all required documents as per the specifications.
6. Pay the prescribed counselling registration fee online before the deadline.
7. Review the application form thoroughly and submit it.
8. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

WB NEET UG 2026 Counselling Process: Verification, Choice Filling, and Allotment

After registration and fee payment, candidates must complete verification, choice filling, and seat allotment as per the WBMCC schedule.

• Candidate Verification: August 14, 16 & 18, 2026, from 11 AM to 4 PM.
• NRI Candidates: Exempted from in-person verification.
• Verified List & Seat Matrix: August 19, 2026, at 12 PM.
• Choice Filling & Locking: August 19, 2026, 4 PM to August 21, 2026, 4 PM.
• Round 1 Seat Allotment: August 25, 2026, after 4 PM.
• Reporting & Admission: Candidates allotted seats must proceed with admission formalities.

Reporting and Admission Procedures for Allotted Candidates

Candidates who are successfully allotted seats in Round 1 will need to report to their designated institutions for admission. The reporting and admission window is set from August 26 to 28, 2026, from 10 AM to 4 PM. MBBS candidates are required to report at the designated government medical colleges located in Kolkata, as specified by the WBMCC. Dental (BDS) candidates, on the other hand, must report to Dr. R Ahmed Dental College and Hospital for their admission formalities.

An online seat surrender window will also be available on September 3, 2026, from 11 AM to 4 PM, allowing candidates to surrender their allotted seats if they wish to do so. This provision ensures flexibility for candidates who may opt for other opportunities or wish to participate in subsequent counselling rounds.

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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