State Counselling in Darjeeling, West Bengal

West Bengal NEET State Counselling for Darjeeling Students — 2026

West Bengal state counselling covers 85% of government medical college seats in the state. Here is the complete guide for Darjeeling students.

Eligibility for Darjeeling Students

• Must have qualified NEET UG 2026
• Must hold valid West Bengal domicile certificate
• Must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English
• Must meet minimum age requirements (17 years as of December 31, 2026)

State Quota Benefits for Darjeeling

Darjeeling students with West Bengal domicile can claim 85% of government MBBS seats in West Bengal. This significantly improves chances of getting a seat at lower NEET ranks compared to AIQ competition.

Counselling Process

1. Register on West Bengal state counselling official portal
2. Pay registration fee as per category
3. Document upload and verification
4. Choice filling — include all West Bengal colleges
5. Seat allotment based on NEET rank, preferences, category, and reservation
6. Reporting to allotted college

Reservation Policy

West Bengal follows central reservation guidelines with SC (15%), ST (7.5%), OBC-NCL (27%), EWS (10%), and PwD (5%). Check for any state-specific reservations that may apply.