Kolkata: The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) has officially commenced the fresh choice-filling and locking process for the second round of NEET UG 2026 counselling. Candidates who have successfully completed their registration, fee payment, and document verification for Round 2 can now submit their preferences for MBBS and BDS seats across the state.
The Clock is Ticking: Key Deadlines
The choice-filling window, which opened at 6:00 PM on September 12, is currently active today, September 13. However, aspirants must act fast as the facility will strictly close at 10:00 AM on September 14, 2026. With less than 24 hours remaining, candidates are advised not to wait until the final hour to avoid potential technical glitches or server slow-downs.
Following the closure of the window, the Round 2 seat allotment results are scheduled to be announced after 6:00 PM on September 15. Candidates allotted seats must report to their respective colleges for admission between September 16 and September 18, 2026.
Understanding the Round 2 Seat Matrix
The WBMCC released the Round 2 seat matrix on the evening of September 12. Unlike Round 1, the seats available now are primarily those that remained vacant, were surrendered, or were newly added. Candidates must carefully examine the matrix to identify vacancies in Government and Private colleges under various quotas, including State Quota, Management Quota, and NRI Quota.
Step-by-Step Choice Filling Strategy
To ensure a successful allotment, experts suggest a broad preference list rather than limiting choices to top-tier colleges only.
- Login: Access the portal using your NEET UG application number and credentials.
- Selection: Add your preferred combinations of college + Course (MBBS/BDS) + Quota.
- Hierarchy: Arrange choices from the most preferred (Dream Colleges) to the most realistic options.
- Save & Lock: While the portal allows you to 'Save' choices, the 'Locking' process is mandatory to freeze your preferences. Unlocked choices may lead to exclusion from the allotment process.
Important Documents for Reporting
Candidates who secure a seat in this round will need to carry original documents for physical reporting, including:
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card and Scorecard
- WBMCC Registration Form and Round 2 Allotment Letter
- Class 10 & 12 Certificates/Marksheets
- Domicile and Category Certificates (if applicable)
- Medical Fitness Certificate and Passport-size photos