JENPAS UG 2026 Seat Matrix Released: 13,265 Seats, Registration Last Date & Counselling Guide

The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has officially published the JENPAS UG 2026 seat matrix along with the e-counselling schedule for admission to undergraduate nursing, paramedical, and allied health science programmes across the state. For the 2026–27 academic session, a total of 13,265 seats are available through the first round of centralized counselling—a figure that gives qualified candidates a clear picture of college-wise and course-wise availability before they lock their preferences.

If you appeared for the Joint Entrance Test for Nursing, Paramedical, and Allied Sciences (JENPAS UG) 2026, this is the document you need before registering at wbjeeb.nic.in/jenpas-ug/. The seat matrix lists participating government and private institutes, programme streams such as B.Sc Nursing and BPT, gender-specific quotas where applicable, and category-wise seat distribution. Round 1 registration, fee payment, and choice filling began on August 6, 2026, and the last date to register and lock choices is August 10, 2026.

This CollegeDwar guide breaks down what the seat matrix means, how counselling rounds work, and what steps you should take today so you do not lose a seat due to incomplete forms or poorly ordered preferences.

What Is the JENPAS UG 2026 Seat Matrix?

The JENPAS UG seat matrix is an official document released by WBJEEB that shows exactly how many seats each participating college has offered for each course and category in a given counselling round. Think of it as a master inventory: before you fill choices online, you can see whether a government nursing college in Kolkata has 60 seats, whether a private BPT institute in Siliguri accepts male candidates, and how reservation categories are split.

WBJEEB conducts JENPAS UG under the same umbrella as other state-level entrance processes, including WBJEE for engineering and pharmacy admissions. While JEE Main and JEE Advanced lead students toward B.Tech and related programmes at IITs and NITs, JENPAS UG is the dedicated gateway for healthcare and allied science careers in West Bengal—without requiring a national medical entrance rank.

Why the Seat Matrix Matters Before Choice Filling

Many students lose good allotment opportunities because they select colleges randomly. The seat matrix helps you:

• Compare government versus private seat availability in your preferred district
• Identify courses aligned with your rank and category (Open Merit, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD)
• Check gender-specific restrictions—B.Sc Nursing seats in several government colleges are reserved for female candidates
• Spot institutes whose INC (Indian Nursing Council) approval status is marked as pending, so you can make informed decisions
• Build a realistic preference list instead of choosing only top-name colleges with very few seats

The 2026 matrix covers a wide range of programmes, including B.Sc Nursing, Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT), Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS), Bachelor of Hospital Administration (BHA), Bachelor of Optometry (B.Optom), Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (B.O.T.), and other NCAHP-regulated allied health courses offered by colleges affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS) and other recognized bodies.

JENPAS UG 2026 Seat Matrix Highlights: 13,265 Seats Explained

According to the notification released on the official portal, Round 1 counselling will consider 13,265 seats across nursing, paramedical, and allied health science streams for the 2026–27 session. This is a consolidated count for institutes participating in the online allotment process—not every seat in West Bengal, but every seat WBJEEB will allocate through JENPAS UG counselling in this round.

Programme-Wise Seat Distribution (Overview)

While the detailed college-wise breakdown is available only in the official PDF on wbjeeb.nic.in, past years and the 2026 release indicate the following broad pattern:

• B.Sc Nursing accounts for the largest share of seats, spread across government medical college nursing wings, ESI hospitals, district hospitals, and private nursing institutes in Kolkata, Howrah, Murshidabad, Siliguri, Durgapur, and other districts.
• Paramedical and allied courses—BPT, BMLS, BHA, B.Optom, BASLP, and related programmes—have fewer but highly sought-after seats, often attached to government medical colleges and university-affiliated institutes.
• Institute type is clearly marked as State Government, Private Institute, or University-regulated, helping you filter by fee structure and location.
• Category columns show Open Merit, SC, ST, OBC-A, OBC-B, EWS, and PwD reservations as applicable per institute.

Popular government destinations such as nursing colleges attached to IPGMER (SSKM), RG Kar Medical College, NRS Medical College, North Bengal Medical College, and Bankura Sammilani Medical College typically offer B.Sc Nursing with nominal annual fees. Private colleges like Apollo College of Nursing (Kolkata), B.M. Birla College of Nursing, and institutes in Durgapur and Kalyani offer larger intakes but at higher fee levels.

Sample Seat Matrix Entries (Illustrative)

The official PDF lists entries in a tabular format. Representative examples from the 2026 release include:

Always download the complete matrix from the official website rather than relying on partial lists, because seat numbers and approval statuses can change between notification updates.

How to Download the JENPAS UG 2026 Seat Matrix PDF

Accessing the seat matrix takes only a few minutes if you follow the official route:

1. Visit the JENPAS UG section at wbjeeb.nic.in/jenpas-ug/.
2. Look for the link titled Seat Matrix 2026 or similar wording under counselling notices.
3. Click to open or download the PDF file containing institute codes, names, courses, gender category, and seat counts.
4. Save a copy on your phone and laptop so you can refer to it while filling choices—even if the portal slows down near the deadline.
5. Cross-check institute codes when entering preferences online; a wrong code can assign you to an unintended college.

WBJEEB also publishes counselling schedules, registration instructions, and upgrade/withdrawal rules on the same portal. Bookmark the page and check it daily during the counselling window for any addendum or correction notice.

JENPAS UG Counselling 2026: Complete Schedule

Counselling for JENPAS UG 2026 is conducted entirely online in multiple rounds. Missing a deadline in Round 1 does not end your admission chances—you can participate in Round 2 or Round 3 if seats remain—but early registration gives you the widest choice and the best shot at preferred government colleges.

Round-Wise Counselling Dates

Important: The last date to register for Round 1 counselling—including payment of the counselling registration fee and completion of choice filling—is August 10, 2026. Treat August 10 as a hard deadline; do not wait for the final hours, as server load and payment gateway delays are common on closing days.

Counselling Registration Fee and Eligibility

Only candidates who qualified JENPAS UG 2026 with a valid rank can register for counselling. The online counselling registration fee is ₹500 (non-refundable in most cases, as per WBJEEB rules). At the time of registration, you must enter your Class 12 examination status and subject-wise marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Mathematics, and English. Once submitted, these academic details generally cannot be edited—errors may affect seat allotment or document verification, so double-check every field.

Reserved category candidates must enter SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD details accurately during registration and carry original category certificates when reporting to the allotted institute. Domicile or residency proof may also be required at physical verification depending on institute policy.

Step-by-Step: JENPAS UG Counselling Registration and Choice Filling

The counselling process combines one-time registration with course and college preference selection. Here is a practical walkthrough:

Before You Log In

• Keep your JENPAS UG 2026 roll number and application number ready.
• Download the seat matrix PDF and mark 25–40 realistic college-course combinations.
• Arrange Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets, admit card, rank card, category certificate (if applicable), and identity proof.
• Ensure your mobile number and email registered with WBJEEB are active for OTPs and allotment alerts.

During Online Registration

1. Log in to the counselling portal using credentials from your JENPAS UG application.
2. Pay the ₹500 counselling registration fee through the available online payment modes.
3. Enter Class 12 board details, year of passing, and marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics, and English exactly as on your mark sheet.
4. Confirm category and PwD status if you are claiming reservation benefits.
5. Review every field carefully—WBJEEB has stated that details may not be editable after submission.

Choice Filling and Locking

1. Open the choice filling section after successful registration.
2. Add institute-course combinations in order of preference—rank 1 is your most desired option.
3. Include a mix of ambitious, moderate, and safe choices based on your rank and the seat matrix.
4. Use institute codes from the official matrix to avoid mismatches.
5. Save drafts frequently, then lock your choices before midnight on August 10, 2026.
6. Download or screenshot the locked preference list for your records.

Smart Choice-Filling Strategy Using the Seat Matrix

Allotment in JENPAS UG counselling is typically rank-based: you receive the highest preference you are eligible for, given available seats in your category. A structured approach works better than copying a friend's list.

Tips for Building Your Preference List

• Start with course clarity: Decide whether B.Sc Nursing, BPT, BMLS, or another allied programme matches your career goal. Nursing offers the largest seat pool; paramedical courses may have stricter cut-offs in government colleges.
• Layer by location: If you prefer Kolkata, list government and private options there first, then expand to nearby districts (Howrah, North 24 Parganas, Hooghly) before adding far-tier choices.
• Balance government and private: Government seats have lower fees but higher competition. Private institutes increase admission probability but require higher financial planning.
• Respect gender norms: Male candidates should verify whether a B.Sc Nursing seat is open to them; many rows in the matrix specify Female Seats only.
• Check approval status: Avoid prioritizing institutes marked with pending INC approval unless you accept the associated risk.
• Do not leave the list short: Fill the maximum allowed choices. Stopping at five or ten options when you can enter more reduces your chances in lower-preferred but still acceptable colleges.

After Round 1 Allotment

When results are declared on August 12, 2026, download your allotment letter immediately. Pay the seat acceptance fee within the prescribed window and report to the allotted institute between August 12 and 16 for document verification and admission formalities. If you want a better seat in the next round, you may need to submit an upgrade request at the allotted institute as per WBJEEB guidelines—read the official instruction booklet for the exact upgrade and freeze rules applicable this year.

Candidates who miss Round 1 entirely can still register for Round 2 from August 17 to 19, 2026. Round 3 on August 24 caters to remaining vacant seats. Even at this stage, referring back to the seat matrix helps you target colleges that still show availability.

Government vs Private Colleges: Fees, Seats, and Quality Factors

The seat matrix distinguishes institute types so you can compare options beyond just rank and cut-off trends.

Government and Government-Sponsored Institutes

Government nursing colleges attached to medical colleges such as SSKM, RG Kar, NRS, North Bengal Medical College, and Medinipur Medical College typically offer B.Sc Nursing with annual fees as low as ₹500–₹2,000 plus nominal hospital charges. These seats are limited and highly competitive, especially for Open Merit and general category female candidates. Paramedical seats at university institutes like COPAHS under WBUHS may charge slightly higher fees (around ₹15,000 per year) but remain affordable compared with private alternatives.

Private Nursing and Allied Health Institutes

Private colleges—including Apollo College of Nursing, B.M. Birla College of Nursing, Peerless Institute of Nursing, and numerous district-level institutes—offer larger seat counts per campus. Fees vary widely, often ranging from ₹80,000 to ₹1,50,000 or more per year depending on course and facilities. The seat matrix helps you identify private options in your home district, which can reduce hostel and travel costs even if tuition is higher.

How JENPAS UG Compares With Other Entrance Exams

Students exploring multiple career paths often sit for several entrance tests. JENPAS UG is specific to West Bengal's nursing and allied health ecosystem. In contrast, NCHMCT JEE opens doors to hotel management and hospitality programmes nationally. NID DAT targets design aspirants, while MAT supports MBA admissions after graduation. If you plan to specialize further later—say, hospital administration followed by a postgraduate degree—you might eventually explore programmes like an MA in a related discipline, but your immediate focus should remain on securing the right B.Sc or bachelor's allied seat through JENPAS counselling.

Documents Required for Reporting and Verification

Online allotment is only the first step. Physical reporting confirms your admission. Carry both originals and photocopies of:

• JENPAS UG 2026 admit card and rank card
• Counselling registration receipt and seat allotment letter
• Class 10 pass certificate and mark sheet (for age and identity proof)
• Class 12 mark sheet and pass certificate
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if applicable
• PwD certificate if applicable
• Domicile or residency proof as required by the institute
• Passport-size photographs
• Medical fitness certificate if requested by the college
• Suitability certificate for private institutions, where mandated by WBJEEB rules

Failure to produce valid documents during verification can lead to cancellation of allotment, and the seat may pass to the next candidate in line. Arrive within the reporting window—August 12 to 16 for Round 1—and clarify fee payment schedules ( tuition, hostel, caution deposit) directly with the institute office.

Common Mistakes to Avoid During JENPAS UG Counselling

• Missing the August 10 deadline: Late registration excludes you from Round 1 allotment entirely.
• Not locking choices: Saving preferences without locking them is equivalent to not submitting.
• Entering wrong Class 12 marks: Discrepancies with original certificates can invalidate admission at verification.
• Ignoring institute codes: Typos in codes send your preference to the wrong college.
• Listing only dream colleges: Without safe backups, you risk no allotment in Round 1 despite a usable rank.
• Skipping allotment reporting: If you do not pay the acceptance fee and report in time, you forfeit the seat.
• Overlooking gender and category columns: Applying for seats you are not eligible for wastes preference slots.

Conclusion

The release of the JENPAS UG 2026 seat matrix with 13,265 seats marks the most critical phase of the admission journey for nursing and allied health aspirants in West Bengal. With Round 1 registration and choice filling open until August 10, 2026, every qualified candidate should download the official PDF from wbjeeb.nic.in, pay the counselling fee, enter academic details with zero errors, and submit a well-researched locked preference list.

Counselling continues through Round 2 and Round 3 in August 2026, but the best range of seats is available now. Use the seat matrix as your planning map, keep documents ready for verification, and track WBJEEB notifications daily. A methodical approach today can translate into a confirmed seat at a government nursing college or a trusted private institute within weeks—putting you on track for a meaningful career in India's growing healthcare sector.