If you are preparing for NEET MDS 2026 (Exam Date: 2 May 2026) and planning for West Bengal state quota admission, this complete guide will help you understand the counselling process, important dates, merit list, previous year cutoff (2025), and expected cutoff (2026).
In West Bengal, MDS state counselling is conducted by
West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC)
Official Website: https://wbmcc.nic.in
West Bengal NEET MDS 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | NEET MDS 2026 |
| Exam Date | 2 May 2026 |
| Conducting Body (Exam) | NBE |
| Counselling Authority | WBMCC |
| Mode of Counselling | Online |
| Admission Basis | NEET MDS 2026 Rank |
| Counselling Rounds | Round 1, Round 2, Mop-Up, Stray Vacancy |
| Official Website | wbmcc.nic.in |
West Bengal NEET MDS Counselling 2026 – Expected Dates
Since the exam is scheduled on 2 May 2026, counselling is expected to begin in June 2026.
| Event | Expected Date: 2026 |
|---|---|
| NEET MDS Result | Mid-May 2026 |
| Online Registration Starts | 1st Week of June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2nd Week of June 2026 |
| Choice Filling & Locking | 2nd Week of June 2026 |
| Round 1 Allotment Result | 3rd Week of June 2026 |
| Reporting to College | Last Week of June 2026 |
| Round 2 Registration | 2nd Week of July 2026 |
| Mop-Up Round | August 2026 |
| Stray Vacancy Round | September 2026 |
Note: Final dates will be updated once officially released.
Counselling Process (Step-by-Step)
- Online Registration on WBMCC portal
- Payment of Registration Fee
- Choice Filling & Locking
- Seat Allotment Result
- Document Verification
- Reporting to Allotted College
Required Documents
- NEET MDS 2026 Admit Card
- NEET MDS 2026 Scorecard
- BDS Degree Certificate
- Internship Completion Certificate
- West Bengal Domicile Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Dental Council Registration
- Passport-size Photographs
West Bengal NEET MDS Merit List 2026
WBMCC will publish the State Merit List based on NEET MDS 2026 All India Rank.
The merit list generally includes:
- Candidate Name
- Category
- NEET MDS Rank
- State Rank
- Allotted College (after counselling rounds)
The merit list PDF will be available on the official website.
West Bengal NEET MDS Cutoff 2025 (Previous Year)
NEET MDS 2025 Qualifying Cutoff (All-India Basis)
| Category | Percentile | Approximate Rank |
|---|---|---|
| General | 50th | ~11000–12000 |
| OBC/SC/ST | 40th | ~15000–18000 |
| PwD | 45th | ~13000–15000 |
West Bengal State Closing Rank 2025 (Round 1 – Govt Colleges)
| Category | Closing Rank 2025 |
|---|---|
| General | ~4500–6000 |
| OBC | ~7000–9000 |
| SC | ~10000–12000 |
| ST | 14000+ |
(Approximate trends based on previous counselling data)
Expected West Bengal NEET MDS Cutoff 2026
Competition is expected to slightly increase in 2026.
| Category | Expected Closing Rank 2026 |
|---|---|
| General | 4000–5500 |
| OBC | 6500–8500 |
| SC | 9500–11500 |
| ST | 13000+ |
The final cutoff depends on the number of applicants, seat availability, and difficulty level.
Top MDS Colleges in West Bengal
Here are some of the top government and reputed dental colleges offering MDS seats:
- Dr. R. Ahmed Dental College and Hospital, Kolkata
(Oldest and most prestigious dental college in Eastern India) - North Bengal Dental College, Darjeeling
- Burdwan Dental College and Hospital, Purba Bardhaman
- Kalyani Dental College and Hospital, Nadia
These colleges offer MDS specializations such as oral surgery, orthodontics, prosthodontics, conservative dentistry, and periodontology.
Counselling Registration Fee (Expected 2026)
| Category | Registration Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹3000 |
| SC/ST | ₹2000 |
FAQs
Who conducts West Bengal NEET MDS counselling?
It is conducted by WBMCC.
Is domicile mandatory?
Yes, domicile is required for state quota seats.
Is fresh registration required for the mop-up round?
Usually yes, but candidates must check the official notification.
Can out-of-state students apply?
Only for management/private seats (subject to eligibility rules).
What is the internship cutoff date?
It is usually mentioned in the official information brochure (often around 31 March).
Conclusion
If your NEET MDS rank is within 5000–6000, chances of securing a government MDS seat in West Bengal are strong. Candidates with higher ranks may consider private colleges during Round 2 or mop-up rounds.
Stay updated with official notifications and complete registration within deadlines to avoid disqualification.
https://www.bharatadmission.org/up-neet-mds-counselling-2026/