The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) has taken a decisive step forward in the NEET PG 2026–27 counselling process by releasing the Round 1 provisional candidate list, a comprehensive revised seat matrix, and a landmark security deposit exemption for two prominent Kolkata-based medical institutions. As of November 1, 2026, the choice filling and locking window remains active, urging aspirants to act promptly.

Provisional Candidate List: 2,216 Aspirants Declared Eligible

WBMCC published the official eligibility list on October 30, 2026, titled Eligible_list_R1_WB_PG_Medical_2026.pdf. This 41-page document enumerates 2,216 verified candidates who are now entitled to participate in Round 1 choice filling.

Each entry includes the following details:

  • Serial Number and All India Rank (AIR)

  • Candidate Name and Category (General, EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST)

  • PwD Status

  • Candidate Type — Open, In-Service, or Private Management Only

Critical Reminder: Merely appearing on this list does not guarantee eligibility across all seat categories. Candidates must cross-check their assigned Candidate Type and quota before finalising choices.

Revised Seat Matrix: 878 Course-Quota Entries Across 121 Pages

Printed on October 31 at 12:56 PM, the revised Round 1 seat matrix encompasses 878 serialised course-quota entries spanning government, in-service, and private management streams. It provides granular data including institute name, programme (MD/MS/Diploma), quota type, and category-wise seat distribution (UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST with PwD subdivisions).

Ramakrishna Mission Seva Pratishthan Highlights

For the Ramakrishna Mission Seva Pratishthan VIMS, Kolkata, the matrix reveals:

  • Open Seat Quota: 27 seats across 11 postgraduate programmes

  • In-Service Quota: 22 seats spanning anaesthesiology, general medicine, surgery, and more

  • Combined Total: 49 seats

Notably, Institute of Child Health (ICH), Kolkata appears in the updated participating institute list but has no standalone course entries in the printed matrix. Candidates should verify live options through their WBMCC login dashboard.

Security Deposit Exemption: A Significant Relief

The October 30 urgent notice (Memo: DME/Spl.corresp/2026/121) grants a complete security deposit waiver for state quota seats at:

  • Institute of Child Health, Kolkata

  • Ramakrishna Mission Seva Pratishthan VIMS, Kolkata

General Deposit Structure (For All Other Private Seats)

Seat Type

Deposit Amount

Private State Quota Only

₹2,00,000

Private Management Quota Only

₹5,00,000

Management + State Quota Combined

₹5,00,000

Important: This exemption applies exclusively to the aforementioned two institutions’ state quota seats. It does not extend to other private colleges, management/NRI quotas, or the ₹3,000 non-refundable counselling registration fee.

Choice Filling: Unlocking, Modifications, and Auto-Lock

Per the urgent notice, all existing choices have been unlocked. Candidates who wish to incorporate the newly available ICH and RKM VIMS seats may now modify their preferences. Those opting for no changes will see their choices auto-locked by the system.

Key Deadlines

  • Choice Filling/Locking Ends: November 1, 2026 (Midnight, Server Time)

  • Allotment Result: November 4, 2026 (After 4 PM)

  • Reporting & Admission: November 5, 6, 7, and 10 (10 AM – 4 PM)

Candidate Type and Available Choices

  • WBMCC enforces distinct choice visibility based on registration category:

  • Open Candidates — See government state quota and eligible private management seats

  • In-Service Candidates — Access in-service quota and eligible private management seats

  • Private Management Only — Restricted to management quota exclusively

In-Service reservations cover 40% of degree seats, 50% of diploma seats, and 100% of state-sponsored DNB seats, subject to verified government service conditions.

Final Advisory

With the Round 1 result anticipated on November 4, all candidates must:

  • Verify their candidate type and eligible options in the login portal

  • Ensure choices are saved and locked before the deadline

  • Keep original documents ready for institute-level verification post-allotment

  • Monitor the WBMCC portal for further updates on private college admission procedures

The counselling process remains rigorous and merit-driven. Aspirants are strongly encouraged to review the official user manual and seat matrix meticulously before committing to their final preferences.