WBMCC: A Complete Guide to West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee

Introduction

The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) plays a critical role in managing and streamlining the admission process for medical and dental courses across the state of West Bengal. It acts as the central coordinating authority for seat allotment in MBBS, BDS, and postgraduate medical courses through NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) scores. WBMCC ensures transparency, efficiency, and fairness in the counselling process for thousands of medical aspirants each year.

In this blog post, we’ll delve deep into what WBMCC is, how the counselling process works, eligibility criteria, required documents, key dates, and more — in a clear, structured, and student-friendly format.

What is WBMCC?

The West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) is a government body under the Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of West Bengal. It is responsible for conducting state-level NEET counselling for:

• MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)

• BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)

• PG medical courses (MD/MS/Diploma)

It manages the 85% State Quota seats in government and private medical colleges across West Bengal. The remaining 15% of All India Quota seats are handled separately by MCC (Medical Counselling Committee).

WBMCC Counselling Process: Step-by-Step Overview

How Does the Counselling Process Work?

The WBMCC counselling is conducted in online mode in multiple rounds (typically 3 rounds including mop-up and stray vacancy round).

Step-by-Step Process

1. Online Registration

   • Visit https://wbmcc.nic.in

   • Fill in personal, academic, and NEET details.

   • Pay the required registration fee.

2. Document Verification

   • Upload scanned copies of required documents.

   • Physical verification may be required in some cases.

3. Choice Filling

   • Select preferred colleges and courses in order of priority.

4. Seat Allotment

   • Seats are allotted based on NEET score, rank, reservation, and preferences.

5. Reporting to College

   • Download allotment letter.

   • Report to the allotted institution for admission confirmation.

6. Subsequent Rounds

   • Participate in Round 2 or Mop-up round if not satisfied or not allotted earlier.

Important Dates and Schedule (Tentative)

Eligibility Criteria for WBMCC Counselling

Who Can Apply?

•  Must have qualified NEET-UG or NEET-PG as applicable.

•  Domicile of West Bengal (except for NRI quota).

•  Passed 10+2 (for UG) or MBBS (for PG) from recognized institutions.

•  Minimum required percentile in NEET:

  • General: 50th percentile

  • SC/ST/OBC: 40th percentile

  • PWD: 45th percentile

• ???? Must be registered with State Medical Council or MCI (for PG).

Documents Required for WBMCC Counselling

During the registration and verification stages, students must upload and later produce the following documents:

Reservation Policy in WBMCC

The counselling committee follows the West Bengal state reservation policy for seat allocation.

Seat Reservation Structure

Participating Colleges under WBMCC

WBMCC oversees the admission process for various government, private, and dental colleges in West Bengal.

List of Top Participating Medical Colleges

Fee Structure of MBBS/BDS Colleges

Fees vary depending on the type of institution (government or private).

Approximate Fee Structure

Key Tips for WBMCC Counselling

List Format: Do’s and Don’ts

 Do’s

• Register on time and double-check all entries.

• Prioritize college choices realistically based on NEET rank.

• Keep scanned copies of all documents ready in required format.

• Frequently check the official website for updates.

 Don’ts

• Don’t miss deadlines; WBMCC follows strict timelines.

• Avoid misinformation from unofficial sources or agents.

• Don’t enter incorrect category or quota – it may lead to disqualification.

• Never delay reporting to college post seat allotment.

WBMCC Contact Details

If you need any assistance or clarification, you can reach out through the official contact details:

WBMCC for PG Courses

WBMCC also conducts counselling for NEET-PG aspirants for admission into postgraduate medical programs (MD/MS/Diploma).

Highlights of PG Counselling

• Candidates must have completed MBBS and 12-month internship.

• West Bengal domicile required (except for NRI/management quota).

• Reservation policies apply as per state norms.

• Rounds include: Round 1, Round 2, Mop-up, and Stray Vacancy.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Can non-domicile students apply through WBMCC?

Only for NRI or management quota seats. State quota requires West Bengal domicile proof.

Q2: Is WBMCC counselling only for government colleges?

No. It includes government, private, and dental colleges under state quota.