WB NEET MDS 2026 Round 2 Counselling Schedule Released

WB NEET MDS 2026 Round 2 Counselling Overview

The West Bengal Medical Counseling Committee (WBMCC) under the Directorate of Medical Education, Government of West Bengal, has officially released the schedule for the WB NEET MDS 2026 Round 2 Counselling. Candidates who have qualified in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Master of Dental Surgery (NEET MDS 2026) and are aspiring for admission into State Quota or Private Management Quota MDS seats in West Bengal can now participate in this crucial admission round.

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Key Summary of Counselling Parameters

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Participation in the Round 2 counselling process is strictly regulated by national and state eligibility guidelines. Candidates must fulfill the following criteria:

• Qualifying Examination: Must be qualified in NEET MDS 2026 as per National Board of Examinations (NBE) cutoffs.
• State Eligibility: Must be eligible for West Bengal State Quota seats or Private Management Quota MDS seats.
• Registration Requirement: Must complete fresh online registration or remain eligible as per previous round guidelines published by WBMCC.

Round 2 Counselling Schedule & Important Dates

Staying updated with the timeline is vital to ensure no stage of the counselling process is missed. The official dates for WB NEET MDS 2026 Round 2 are outlined below:

• Online Registration and Fee Payment Start Date: 18 September 2026
• Online Registration and Fee Payment Last Date: 20 September 2026
• Document Verification Dates: 21 September 2026 to 22 September 2026
• Seat Matrix Publication Date: 23 September 2026
• Choice Filling and Choice Locking Window: 23 September 2026 to 24 September 2026
• Seat Allotment Result Date: 26 September 2026
• Reporting and Admission at Allotted Institute: 28 September 2026 to 30 September 2026

Selection Process & Counselling Stages

The admission process is conducted through a structured, multi-stage online and offline verification methodology managed by WBMCC:

• Stage 1: Online Registration and Fee Payment: Candidates must register on the official portal and pay the requisite counselling fee within the specified timeframe.
• Stage 2: Document Verification: Candidates must report for physical verification at designated colleges. In-service candidates must report specifically at Swasthya Bhawan.
• Stage 3: Choice Filling and Choice Locking: After the publication of the seat matrix, candidates must submit their preferred choices of colleges and dental specialties and lock them.
• Stage 4: Seat Allotment: WBMCC processes the filled choices and publishes the seat allotment results.
• Stage 5: Reporting and Admission: Candidates allotted seats must complete admission formalities at their respective institutes with all original documents, fees, and bonds.

Essential Documents Checklist

Candidates must keep the following documents in original along with self-attested photocopies ready for the verification and admission rounds:

• NEET MDS 2026 Scorecard and Admit Card: Proof of qualification.
• Valid Photo ID Proof: Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Driving License.
• Educational Certificates: BDS Degree certificate, internship completion certificate, and professional marksheets.
• Registration Certificate: State Dental Council or Dental Council of India (DCI) registration.
• Category Certificate: Applicable caste or category certificates for reserved seats.
• Photographs: Recent passport-sized color photographs.
• Bond and Fee Proof: Applicable bond documents and fee payment receipts.

Step-by-Step Application & Counselling Guide

Follow these practical steps to participate smoothly in the WB NEET MDS 2026 Round 2 counselling process:

• Step 1: Visit the official WBMCC website at wbmcc.nic.in.
• Step 2: Access the WB NEET MDS 2026 Round 2 counselling registration link on the homepage.
• Step 3: Complete the online registration form using your NEET MDS credentials and pay the application/counselling fee between 18 September 2026 and 20 September 2026.
• Step 4: Attend document verification on 21 September or 22 September 2026 at the designated verification centre (in-service candidates must report to Swasthya Bhawan).
• Step 5: Review the published seat matrix on 23 September 2026 and proceed with choice filling and locking from 23 September to 24 September 2026.
• Step 6: Check the seat allotment result on 26 September 2026.
• Step 7: Report to the allotted institute for final admission and document submission between 28 September 2026 and 30 September 2026.

Candidate Advisory & Important Warnings