| Updated On - Oct 16, 2026
WBMCC has opened the NEET UG 2026 stray vacancy round registration today at wbmcc.nic.in. Candidates must register by 8 pm and pay fees by midnight. Choice filling runs October 17-18 and seat allotment results come on October 23.
The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) has opened the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2026 stray vacancy round registration on the official website at wbmcc.nic.in. Registration began at 11 am on October 16, 2026. The portal will close for fresh registration at 8 pm today.
Candidates must pay the counselling fee by 12 midnight on October 16. Choice filling for the round starts on October 17, 2026. The stray round seat allotment result will be released on October 23.
The stray round is the final MBBS and BDS admission stage. It fills seats left vacant after the Round 3 counselling. Only unfilled state quota seats across medical and dental colleges are offered.
WB NEET UG 2026 Stray Round Important Dates
WBMCC published the revised stray round schedule on October 12, 2026. The key dates for candidates are listed in the table below.
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Online Registration | October 16, 2026 (11 am to 8 pm) |
| Online Fee Payment | October 16, 2026 (Up to 12 midnight) |
| Candidate Verification | October 17, 2026 (9 am to 4 pm) |
| Choice Filling and Locking | October 17 to 18, 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Result | October 23, 2026 (12 noon) |
| Reporting at Allotted Institute | October 23, 24, and 26, 2026 |
WB NEET UG Stray Round Counselling Fee
Candidates must pay a non-refundable counselling fee during online registration. The fee amount depends on the reservation category of the candidate. Payment is accepted through net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI.
| Category | Counselling Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | Rs 2,000 |
| SC, ST, OBC-A, OBC-B, EWS, PwD | Rs 1,500 |
How to Register for the WB NEET UG Stray Round 2026?
The registration process is fully online on the WBMCC applicant portal. Candidates must keep their NEET UG 2026 roll number and password ready. The step-by-step process is given below.
- Visit the WBMCC applicant portal at wbmcc.admissions.nic.in.
- Click on the stray vacancy round registration link on the homepage.
- Log in using the NEET UG 2026 roll number and password.
- Fill in the personal, academic, and contact details on the form.
- Pay the counselling fee online through the given payment modes.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for records.
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Who Is Eligible for the Stray Vacancy Round?
Candidates who qualified NEET UG 2026 can apply for the stray round. They must also meet the West Bengal domicile rules set by WBMCC. Candidates already admitted and not resigning cannot take part in this round.
The seat matrix for the stray round is published on the WBMCC portal. Candidates must check seat availability before filling their choices. The matrix lists seats across state government and private colleges.
Applicants must apply under the correct reservation category only. Any mismatch in the category claim may lead to seat cancellation. Candidates should also check the reservation certificate validity dates.
Choice Filling and Seat Allotment Process
Candidates must select colleges and courses in order of preference. They should lock their choices before the window closes on the portal. Unlocked choices will be auto-locked by the system at the deadline.
WBMCC will run the allotment based on merit and preference. Candidates allotted a seat must report at the college with documents. Failure to report means the candidate loses the allotted seat.
Documents Required for Reporting
Candidates must carry original and self-attested documents for the admission process. These documents are verified by the allotted college at the reporting stage. The common list of required documents is given below.
- NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard copy.
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates.
- Date of birth proof such as the Class 10 certificate.
- Valid photo identity proof such as Aadhaar or passport.
- West Bengal domicile certificate issued by the competent authority.
- Caste or category certificate, if applicable to the candidate.
- Recent passport-size photographs for the admission form.
This is the final MBBS and BDS admission chance in West Bengal. Those who miss this round lose a state quota seat this year.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Log in to wbmcc.admissions.nic.in before 8 pm today.
- Complete the registration form and verify all personal details carefully.
- Pay the counselling fee online before 12 midnight on October 16.
- Report for candidate verification on October 17 between 9 am and 4 pm.
- Fill and lock choices on October 17 and 18 on the WBMCC portal.
- Download the seat allotment letter on October 23 at 12 noon.
- Report at the allotted institute on October 23, 24, or 26.
The seat allotment result comes out on October 23 at noon. Reporting at the allotted college runs from October 23 to 26.
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