Based on 2024-25 WBMCC counselling trends, OBC-A students need an expected NEET score of 648 or above to secure a seat at top government medical colleges in Kolkata, and a score above 588 for district government colleges in West Bengal.
WBMCC (West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee) manages MBBS and BDS admissions for the 85% state quota in West Bengal based on NEET UG scores. OBC-A is a reserved sub-category under the West Bengal government’s OBC policy, with 10% of seats exclusively allocated for OBC-A students. OBC-A applicants compete in a dedicated merit list, separate from the General and OBC-B pools. The 2026 counselling is expected to follow the same three-round structure as 2025, with stray vacancy rounds thereafter.
- NEET UG total marks: 720 — all OBC-A cutoff scores fall within this ceiling.
- Medical College Kolkata OBC-A confirmed closing rank in 2025: AIR 11,217.
- OBC-A students with an expected NEET score above 648 have strong chances at Kolkata government colleges in 2026.
- Students scoring between 588 and 635 should target district government colleges in West Bengal.
- West Bengal reserves 10% seats for OBC-A students in government medical colleges.
- WBMCC conducts three main counselling rounds plus stray vacancy rounds.
| Direct Link to WBMCC NEET 2026 Counselling Official Portal (UPCOMING) | wbmcc.nic.in |
OBC-A Reservation in West Bengal Medical Colleges
The West Bengal government divides OBC seats into two sub-categories: OBC-A (10% reservation) and OBC-B (7% reservation). OBC-A students must hold a valid caste certificate issued by the West Bengal government to claim reserved seats during WBMCC counselling. They compete in a separate OBC-A merit list, independent of General and OBC-B applicants, so the closing cutoff for OBC-A reserved seats is determined by the pool of OBC-A students alone.
OBC-A students who also qualify within the General category cutoff can be allotted a General category seat. Students should fill both General and OBC-A preferences in their choice list across all three WBMCC rounds to maximise allotment chances. The 85% state quota handled by WBMCC covers both government and private medical colleges in West Bengal, but government college seats carry significantly lower tuition fees and are the primary target for most OBC-A applicants.
WBMCC NEET OBC-A Cutoff 2025: Previous Year Trends
In the 2025 WBMCC counselling, Medical College Kolkata had a confirmed OBC-A closing All India Rank of 11,217. The table below shows estimated OBC-A closing ranks and approximate NEET score ranges for major government medical colleges in West Bengal, based on 2024-25 counselling patterns.
| College | OBC-A Closing AIR (2025 Est.) | Approx. NEET Score Out of 720 (2025 Est.) |
|---|---|---|
| Medical College Kolkata | ~11,217 (confirmed) | ~650–655 |
| SSKM / IPGME&R, Kolkata | ~10,000–12,500 | ~652–660 |
| NRS Medical College, Kolkata | ~14,000–18,000 | ~640–648 |
| RG Kar Medical College, Kolkata | ~17,000–22,000 | ~635–643 |
| North Bengal Medical College, Siliguri | ~28,000–36,000 | ~618–628 |
| Burdwan Medical College | ~32,000–42,000 | ~612–622 |
| Bankura Sammilani Medical College | ~36,000–46,000 | ~608–618 |
| Midnapore Medical College | ~38,000–50,000 | ~604–615 |
| Malda Medical College | ~48,000–62,000 | ~595–607 |
| Murshidabad Medical College | ~52,000–68,000 | ~590–603 |
Rank ranges above (except MCK) are estimated from 2024-25 WBMCC counselling patterns and should be treated as indicative. All NEET scores are out of the total 720 marks.
Expected WBMCC NEET 2026 OBC-A Cutoff by College
The expected WBMCC NEET 2026 OBC-A closing rank for top Kolkata government colleges is approximately AIR 10,500–14,000, corresponding to a NEET score of around 645–662 out of 720. For district government colleges in West Bengal, the expected OBC-A closing rank is between AIR 30,000 and AIR 72,000.
| College | Expected OBC-A Closing AIR 2026 | Expected NEET Score Range 2026 (Out of 720) |
|---|---|---|
| Medical College Kolkata | 10,500–13,500 | 648–658 |
| SSKM / IPGME&R, Kolkata | 10,500–12,500 | 650–662 |
| NRS Medical College, Kolkata | 13,500–19,000 | 638–650 |
| RG Kar Medical College, Kolkata | 16,500–23,000 | 633–645 |
| North Bengal Medical College | 27,000–37,000 | 616–628 |
| Burdwan Medical College | 31,000–43,000 | 610–622 |
| Bankura Sammilani Medical College | 35,000–47,000 | 606–618 |
| Midnapore Medical College | 37,000–51,000 | 602–614 |
| Malda Medical College | 46,000–63,000 | 593–606 |
| Murshidabad Medical College | 50,000–72,000 | 588–602 |
These are expected projections based on 2024-25 WBMCC counselling trends. A shift of 3–8 marks is possible depending on NEET 2026 paper difficulty and the volume of OBC-A applicants in West Bengal.
Government Medical Colleges in West Bengal for OBC-A Students
West Bengal has 38 medical colleges with 5,699 total MBBS seats in 2025-26. The major government colleges where OBC-A students can secure seats through WBMCC are listed below:
| College Name | Location | Approx. MBBS Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Medical College Kolkata | Kolkata | 250 |
| NRS Medical College | Kolkata | 250 |
| RG Kar Medical College | Kolkata | 250 |
| SSKM / IPGME&R | Kolkata | 250 |
| North Bengal Medical College | Siliguri | 200 |
| Burdwan Medical College | Bardhaman | 200 |
| Bankura Sammilani Medical College | Bankura | 200 |
| Midnapore Medical College | Midnapore | 200 |
| Malda Medical College | Malda | 125 |
| Murshidabad Medical College | Berhampore | 125 |
OBC-A students with a NEET score above 648 should prioritise Kolkata government colleges as their first choices. Those scoring between 588 and 635 should fill a wide range of district government college choices to improve allotment chances across all three WBMCC rounds and the stray vacancy round.
Factors Affecting the WBMCC NEET 2026 OBC-A Cutoff
The actual 2026 OBC-A cutoff can shift from the expected range based on the following factors:
- NEET 2026 difficulty level: A tougher paper reduces overall scores and lowers closing cutoffs; an easier paper pushes competition and cutoffs higher.
- Number of OBC-A applicants in West Bengal: A higher pool of qualified OBC-A students increases competition for the 10% reserved seats, tightening the closing rank.
- Seat matrix changes: Any increase or reduction in MBBS seats or in OBC-A reserved seats per college directly shifts the closing rank up or down.
- Stray vacancy rounds: Seats remaining vacant after Round 3 are offered in stray vacancy rounds, often at slightly more accessible cutoffs than the main rounds.
- Policy and court orders: Any updates to West Bengal’s OBC-A reservation rules or court-directed changes can alter seat distribution for 2026.
WBMCC NEET 2026 OBC-A Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What was the OBC-A closing rank at Medical College Kolkata in the 2025 WBMCC counselling?
Ans. Medical College Kolkata recorded a confirmed OBC-A category closing All India Rank of 11,217 in the 2025 WBMCC NEET counselling, making it one of the most competitive government colleges in West Bengal for OBC-A students.
Ques. What is the expected minimum NEET score for OBC-A students in West Bengal district government colleges in 2026?
Ans. Based on 2024-25 trends, OBC-A students need an expected NEET score of around 588–602 marks out of 720 to secure a seat at Murshidabad Medical College, which typically records one of the more accessible cutoffs among West Bengal government colleges.
Ques. How much reservation do OBC-A students get in West Bengal government MBBS seats?
Ans. The West Bengal government reserves 10% of MBBS seats for OBC-A students and 7% for OBC-B students in government medical colleges. These are filled through a dedicated OBC-A merit list in each round of WBMCC counselling.
Ques. Can OBC-A students also compete for General category seats through WBMCC?
Ans. Yes. OBC-A students can compete in the General category merit list as well. If their NEET rank meets the General category closing rank of a college, they can be allotted that seat. Filling both General and OBC-A preferences in the choice list is the best strategy to maximise allotment chances.
Ques. How many counselling rounds does WBMCC conduct for NEET 2026?
Ans. WBMCC typically conducts three main counselling rounds for NEET UG admissions in West Bengal, followed by stray vacancy rounds to fill any remaining seats. The complete schedule is published on wbmcc.nic.in after NEET UG results are declared.
Ques. Is a West Bengal domicile required to claim OBC-A seats through WBMCC?
Ans. Yes. OBC-A category reservation under WBMCC applies only to students holding a valid OBC-A caste certificate issued by the West Bengal government. Students must also meet West Bengal domicile or nativity criteria to be eligible for the 85% state quota counselling managed by WBMCC.
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