WBMCC Releases Revised Schedule for NEET PG 2025 Counselling in West Bengal

The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) has published a revised, accelerated schedule for NEET PG 2025 Round 1 counselling. The critical window for Choice Filling and Locking is now open and closes on November 24, 2025. Candidates must visit wbmcc.nic.in immediately to submit their preferences for MD/MS seats in prestigious institutions like Medical College Kolkata and IPGMER. The final seat allotment result is scheduled for November 27, 2025. This is the last chance to finalize choices for State Quota, Management, and NRI seats in West Bengal.

The postgraduate medical admission cycle in West Bengal has entered a crucial, fast-paced phase. The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC), the administering body for the State Quota, Management Quota, and NRI Quota seats for NEET PG 2025 (MD/MS/PG Diploma/DNB programs), has released a Revised Schedule for Round 1 of counselling. This revision, necessitated by adjustments in the All India Quota (AIQ) schedule and the need to expedite admissions, gives aspirants a tight but definitive timeline.

​As of November 22, 2025, the focus shifts entirely to the Choice Filling and Locking process. Following the recent re-opening and closure of online registration on November 20, 2025, candidates who successfully registered and paid the requisite fee are now eligible to select their college and course preferences. The deadline to submit and lock these critical choices is set for November 24, 2025. Aspirants must immediately check the official website, wbmcc.nic.in, to access the verified list of candidates, review the updated seat matrix, and submit their options before the clock runs out.

​ WBMCC Revised Round 1 Schedule: Key Deadlines

​The revised schedule is highly condensed, highlighting the urgency for candidates to complete the choice-filling and locking process. Missing the November 24 deadline will result in the forfeiture of the Round 1 allotment opportunity.

• ​Online Registrations (Reopened): Closed on November 20, 2025.
• ​Online Fee Payment: Closed on November 20, 2025.
• ​Publication of Registered Candidates and Seat Matrix: November 21, 2025. (Candidates must review the seat matrix for newly added or withdrawn seats).
• ​Choice Filling & Locking Window:November 21 to November 24, 2025. (This is the critical four-day window for strategic option entry).
• ​Seat Allotment Result: November 27, 2025. (Candidates will know their allotted college and course).
• ​Reporting and Admission: November 28 to December 3, 2025. (Successful candidates must report to the allotted college for document verification and fee payment within this time, excluding weekends).

​ Choice Filling Strategy & Seat Dynamics in West Bengal

​The West Bengal State Quota counselling involves a complex matrix encompassing Government Quota, Management Quota, and NRI Quota seats across both government and private medical colleges. Effective choice filling requires a high degree of strategy.

• ​Seat Distribution and Quotas:
  • ​Government Colleges: Offer high-demand, low-fee seats. West Bengal has a significantly higher number of Government PG seats (approx. 1751 seats) compared to Private PG seats (approx. 302 seats).
  • ​Private Colleges: Offer seats under the State Quota, Management Quota, and NRI Quota, with varying, higher fee structures. Non-domicile candidates are generally only eligible for the Management/NRI Quotas.
• ​The Importance of Option Ordering: Candidates must list their preferences in a strict, descending order of desirability (e.g., MD Radiology in Medical College Kolkata should be ranked higher than MD Paediatrics in Midnapore Medical College, if Radiology is the higher preference). The allotment algorithm stops at the first option that is available based on the candidate's rank.
• ​Mandatory Locking: Choices must be manually locked before the deadline of November 24, 2025. Unlocked choices may be auto-locked by the system, but relying on this is not recommended. Locked choices cannot be modified.
• ​In-Service Candidates: West Bengal has a significant reservation (often 40% of degree and 50% of diploma seats) for In-Service candidates (WBMES/WBHS/WBPHAS). These candidates must ensure they have uploaded the necessary NOC and service certificate to be considered under this category.

​ Top Institutions and Post-Allotment Formalities

​West Bengal is home to several historic and highly-regarded institutions that are primary targets for aspirants, influencing the cutoff ranks significantly.

• ​Premier Institutions in West Bengal:
  • ​Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata: One of the oldest and most prestigious medical institutions in Asia.
  • ​IPGMER (Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research), Kolkata: Renowned for clinical specializations and research.
  • ​R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata
  • ​Nil Ratan Sircar Medical College and Hospital (NRSMC), Kolkata
• ​The Bond Policy: Candidates joining Government Medical Colleges in West Bengal are subject to a mandatory service bond, often requiring them to serve the state government for a fixed period (usually 1 year) after completing their course. Failing to comply usually incurs a heavy penalty bond amount. Aspirants must download and review the official bond policy before joining.
• ​Reporting Requirements: All candidates allotted a seat on November 27 must: 
  • ​Download Allotment Letter: Obtain the official letter from the WBMCC portal.
  • ​Fee Payment: Pay the admission/tuition fee (security deposit adjusted) at the college.
  • ​Document Verification: Report physically to the allotted college with original documents, including the NEET PG Scorecard, MBBS Degree, Permanent/Provisional Medical Registration, Internship Completion Certificate, and Domicile Certificate.

​Conclusion

​The release of the Revised WBMCC NEET PG 2025 schedule signifies the final phase of Round 1 admissions for West Bengal State Quota seats. With the choice filling and locking deadline set for November 24, 2025, aspirants have a maximum of three days left to secure their seat in institutions like KPC, IPGMER, or Medical College Kolkata. Swift action, coupled with a strategic understanding of the vast seat matrix and quotas, is essential to maximize your chances of getting a desired specialization.

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