The West Bengal Centralised Admission Portal (WBCAP) has officially released the Mop-up Round 3 merit list and seat allocation details on August 13, 2026. This announcement opens a crucial admission window for eligible candidates who are seeking seats in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across higher education institutions throughout West Bengal.
Overview
WBCAP, managed by higher education institutions in West Bengal, conducts a centralised admission process to ensure fair and transparent seat allocation to aspiring students. The Mop-up Round 3 is designed to fill remaining vacant seats after the completion of earlier admission rounds. The merit rankings are determined based on Class 12 board examination scores, considering the best performing five subjects for each candidate. This round provides an opportunity for additional qualified aspirants to secure admissions.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Publication of vacant seats | August 8, 2026 |
| Mop-up Round 3 applications | August 8 to 10, 2026 |
| Merit list and seat allocation released | August 13, 2026 |
| Admission window (Mop-up Round 3) | August 13 to 15, 2026 |
| Upgraded round merit list | August 17, 2026 |
| Admission window (Upgraded round) | August 17 to 19, 2026 |
| Physical verification | August 20 to 22, 2026 |
Merit List Basis
The WBCAP merit list is constructed using Class 12 board examination performance. Each candidate's score is calculated by taking the best marks achieved in five subjects, ensuring a comprehensive assessment of academic capability. This standardised approach guarantees consistency and fairness across all participating institutions and ensures that merit-based allocation aligns with actual academic achievement.
Admission Window and Timeline
Candidates whose names appear in the released merit list have been allocated seats and must take action within a strict timeframe. The Mop-up Round 3 admission window extends from August 13 to August 15, 2026—a critical three-day period during which successful candidates must complete all required admission formalities. Failure to complete admission within these dates may result in seat cancellation.
Immediately following this window, the upgraded round merit list is scheduled for release on August 17, 2026. The upgraded round admission window will then run from August 17 to 19, 2026, providing additional seats for further qualified candidates. Physical verification of all admitted candidates will commence on August 20 and conclude by August 22, 2026.
How to Check Seat Allocation
- Open a web browser and navigate to the official WBCAP website at wbcap.in
- Locate and click on the Mop-up Round 3 merit list section
- Enter your registration credentials (application number and password)
- Access your personalised merit list result page
- Verify your seat allocation details, including the college name, course, and stream
- Download and save your allocation letter
- Complete your admission process before the deadline
Conducting Authority
WBCAP is administered by higher education institutions across West Bengal in collaboration with the state's higher education department. The portal manages admissions to various undergraduate and postgraduate courses, ensuring a transparent, merit-based system that is accessible to all eligible aspirants across West Bengal.
Official Website and Resources
All official announcements, merit lists, and admission guidelines are published on the WBCAP portal at wbcap.in. This is the sole authoritative source for accurate, real-time information regarding all admission rounds. Candidates are advised to bookmark this website and check it regularly for updates. Email notifications may also be sent to registered email addresses, but the official portal remains the primary information channel.
Candidates must verify all details on the official WBCAP website before proceeding with their admission.