West Bengal NEET UG 2026 SC category expected closing rank for government MBBS seats ranges from approximately 3,000 to 17,500 in the state merit list, based on 2025 WBMCC counselling trends.
WBMCC (West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee) conducts state-level NEET UG counselling for MBBS admission in West Bengal. SC category students receive 22% reservation in state quota government seats. Admission eligibility is determined by the West Bengal state merit rank, which is derived from NEET UG 2026 scores of eligible WB domicile students. SC category students can use the expected closing ranks below to gauge their admission chances across government medical colleges in the state before official allotment results are published.
- SC category reservation in WB state quota: 22% of total government MBBS seats.
- West Bengal has over 14 government medical colleges under WBMCC state quota counselling.
- Medical College, Kolkata is the most competitive government college; expected SC closing rank is 3,000–3,500 in 2026.
- District-level colleges have more relaxed cutoffs; expected SC closing ranks go up to 17,500 in state merit rank.
- All figures below are expected estimates based on 2025 WBMCC counselling trends; official cutoffs will be published by WBMCC after each round.
WB NEET UG 2025 SC Category Closing Rank (Previous Year Reference)
The table below lists the 2025 West Bengal NEET UG SC category closing ranks (state merit) for government MBBS seats across all participating colleges. These figures serve as the primary basis for 2026 expected projections.
| Government Medical College | SC Category Closing Rank — 2025 (State Merit) |
|---|---|
| Medical College, Kolkata | 3,215 |
| IPGME&R, Kolkata | 4,102 |
| RG Kar Medical College, Kolkata | 5,380 |
| NRS Medical College, Kolkata | 6,490 |
| Calcutta National Medical College (CNMC) | 7,820 |
| North Bengal Medical College, Siliguri | 9,145 |
| Burdwan Medical College | 10,230 |
| Midnapore Medical College | 11,560 |
| Bankura Sammilani Medical College | 12,340 |
| Malda Medical College | 13,180 |
| Murshidabad Medical College | 13,950 |
| Cooch Behar Government Medical College | 14,620 |
| Raiganj Government Medical College | 15,430 |
| Purulia Government Medical College | 16,870 |
Based on 2025 WBMCC counselling closing rank trends.
WB NEET UG 2026 Expected SC Category Cutoff — College-wise
The table below presents expected 2026 WB NEET UG SC category closing ranks for government MBBS seats. These are projections derived from 2025 counselling data and may shift once WBMCC publishes official round-wise allotment results.
| Government Medical College | 2026 Expected SC Closing Rank (State Merit) | 2025 Actual SC Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Medical College, Kolkata | 3,000 – 3,500 | 3,215 |
| IPGME&R, Kolkata | 3,900 – 4,400 | 4,102 |
| RG Kar Medical College, Kolkata | 5,100 – 5,900 | 5,380 |
| NRS Medical College, Kolkata | 6,200 – 7,000 | 6,490 |
| Calcutta National Medical College (CNMC) | 7,500 – 8,500 | 7,820 |
| North Bengal Medical College, Siliguri | 8,800 – 9,800 | 9,145 |
| Burdwan Medical College | 9,800 – 11,000 | 10,230 |
| Midnapore Medical College | 11,000 – 12,500 | 11,560 |
| Bankura Sammilani Medical College | 11,800 – 13,200 | 12,340 |
| Malda Medical College | 12,700 – 14,000 | 13,180 |
| Murshidabad Medical College | 13,400 – 14,800 | 13,950 |
| Cooch Behar Government Medical College | 14,000 – 15,500 | 14,620 |
| Raiganj Government Medical College | 14,800 – 16,500 | 15,430 |
| Purulia Government Medical College | 16,000 – 17,500 | 16,870 |
All projected figures are expected estimates based on 2025 WBMCC SC category closing rank trends.
Factors Affecting WB NEET UG 2026 SC Category Cutoff
The SC category closing rank in West Bengal NEET UG counselling shifts each year based on the following variables.
- Total SC reserved seats: SC students receive 22% of state quota MBBS seats. Any increase in total government MBBS capacity in West Bengal raises SC seat availability and can ease the closing rank.
- NEET UG 2026 score distribution: A tougher exam reduces the number of students scoring in higher bands, which may loosen closing ranks across all categories including SC.
- Number of WB domicile SC students qualifying NEET UG 2026: A larger qualified SC pool from West Bengal increases competition and tightens closing ranks.
- College location and infrastructure: Kolkata-based government colleges remain the top preference, keeping their SC closing ranks the lowest (most competitive). District colleges attract fewer first-preference applications, resulting in higher closing ranks.
- Number of counselling rounds: Closing ranks in the final mop-up round are typically the highest (least competitive) as remaining unfilled seats get redistributed among eligible students.
- New seat additions: If the state government notifies additional MBBS seats or new government medical colleges for 2026, overall SC seat count rises and may ease cutoffs at district colleges.
How to Check WB NEET UG 2026 SC Category Cutoff
Once WBMCC publishes the official round-wise seat allotment, follow these steps to verify SC category cutoff standing.
- Visit the official WBMCC portal at wbmcc.nic.in.
- Go to the Cutoff or Seat Allotment section on the homepage.
- Select SC category and choose Government under college type.
- Download the round-wise closing rank PDF for your preferred colleges.
- Compare your WB state merit rank with the SC closing rank of each college.
- If your state merit rank is equal to or lower (better) than the closing rank shown, you are within the eligible range for that seat.
West Bengal NEET UG 2026 SC Category Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected SC category closing rank for Medical College, Kolkata in WB NEET UG 2026?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, the expected SC category closing rank for Medical College, Kolkata in WB NEET UG 2026 is approximately 3,000 to 3,500 in the state merit list. It is the most competitive government medical college in West Bengal.
Ques. What percentage of government MBBS seats are reserved for SC category students in West Bengal?
Ans. SC category students receive 22% reservation in state quota government MBBS seats in West Bengal as per the state reservation policy applied during WBMCC counselling.
Ques. Does WB NEET UG counselling use the state merit rank or the national NEET AIR for SC category seats?
Ans. WB state quota counselling uses the West Bengal state merit rank, which is prepared from NEET UG 2026 scores of domicile students who apply for WB state quota seats. It is separate from the national All India Rank (AIR).
Ques. Which government college in West Bengal has the highest SC category closing rank?
Ans. Newer district colleges such as Purulia Government Medical College and Raiganj Government Medical College tend to have the highest SC closing ranks, expected between 16,000 and 17,500 in 2026 based on 2025 data.
Ques. When will WBMCC release the official 2026 SC category cutoff?
Ans. WBMCC releases round-wise cutoff data alongside seat allotment results during each round of WB NEET UG 2026 counselling. Students can track updates directly at wbmcc.nic.in once counselling rounds begin.
Ques. Can an SC student from another state claim the WB SC category quota for government MBBS seats?
Ans. No. West Bengal SC category reserved seats in the state quota are exclusively for students with West Bengal domicile. Students from other states are not eligible for the WB SC reservation quota in WBMCC counselling.
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