WB NEET PG Special Stray Vacancy Counseling Starts March 10
West Bengal initiates NEET PG special stray vacancy round counseling on March 10 to fill remaining postgraduate medical seats. Eligible candidates must register online by March 11.

The West Bengal Medical Counseling Committee (WBMCC) has announced the commencement of the NEET PG special stray vacancy round counseling on March 10, 2025. This initiative aims to fill the remaining postgraduate medical seats in various medical colleges across the state.
Tentative Schedule and Key Dates
The tentative schedule for the special stray vacancy round counseling is as follows:
Online Registration: March 10 to March 11, 2025
Publication of Verified Candidate List and Seat Matrix: March 13, 2025
Choice Filling and Locking: March 14 to March 15, 2025
Seat Allotment Result: March 17, 2025
Reporting to Allotted Colleges: March 18 to March 19, 2025
Candidates are advised to adhere to these dates to ensure successful participation in the counseling process.
Eligibility Criteria
To participate in this special stray vacancy round, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:
Unallotted Candidates: Only candidates who have not been allotted a seat in previous counseling rounds are eligible.
Non-Joined Candidates: Candidates who were allotted a seat but did not join are also eligible to participate.
NEET PG Qualified: Candidates must have qualified the NEET PG examination with the required percentile.
Ensuring eligibility is crucial before proceeding with the registration process.
Registration and Counseling Process
The counseling process involves several key steps:
Online Registration: Candidates must register online through the official WBMCC website between March 10 and March 11, 2025.
Document Verification: After registration, candidates' documents will be verified, and a list of eligible candidates will be published on March 13, 2025.
Choice Filling and Locking: Eligible candidates can fill and lock their choices of courses and colleges from March 14 to March 15, 2025.
Seat Allotment: Based on the choices filled, seat allotment results will be declared on March 17, 2025.
Reporting to Allotted Colleges: Candidates must report to their allotted colleges between March 18 and March 19, 2025, to complete the admission process.
Candidates are advised to follow each step diligently to secure a seat in this counseling round.
Important Considerations
Participants should keep the following points in mind:
Non-Refundable Fees: The registration and counseling fees are non-refundable.
Document Authenticity: All documents submitted must be authentic; any discrepancy may lead to disqualification.
Timely Reporting: Failure to report to the allotted college within the specified dates may result in forfeiture of the seat.
Adherence to these guidelines is essential for a smooth counseling experience.
Conclusion
The special stray vacancy round counseling offers a final opportunity for eligible candidates to secure postgraduate medical seats in West Bengal. Timely registration, accurate documentation, and adherence to the counseling schedule are imperative for aspirants aiming to advance their medical careers through this process.
