WBCAP 2025 Merit List Out Today: The West Bengal Centralised Admission Process (WBCAP) for Undergraduate (UG) admissions is at a critical juncture. The West Bengal Council of Higher Education (WBSCHE) has published the Phase‑1 Merit List for UG admissions today, August 7, 2025.
Why Is This Important?
• This list is based entirely on Class 12 (or equivalent) exam performance.
• It determines which students are eligible, along with their college, course, and merit rank.
How to Check Your WBCAP UG Seat Allotment
• Visit the official portal: https://wbcap.in
• Click on “Student Login”, and enter your User ID and Password (or use OTP)
• From your dashboard, view your seat allotment details — including your college, course, and merit rank.
• Download and print your allotment letter and complete admission formalities within the set deadline.
After the Merit List: What’s Next?
• Pay the seat acceptance fee online via debit card, net banking, UPI, or QR code.
• Download your provisional admission slip from the dashboard.
• Visit the allotted college within the given timeframe for document verification.
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Context: Why Was There a Delay?
• The WBCAP application window closed on July 30, 2025, receiving around 3.6 lakh registered candidates and 20.7 lakh applications.
• Legal ambiguities over OBC reservation quotas led to extended deadlines.
• A recent Supreme Court ruling expanded OBC reservations from 7% to 17% and cleared the path for the merit list release.
Highlights at a Glance
Merit List Release Date: August 7, 2025
Admission Based On: Class 12 marks
Applicant Pool: 3,59,114 registered candidates
Total Applications: 20.7 lakh
Reserved Seats Update: OBC quota now 17% under SC order
Tips for Candidates
• Ensure your login credentials are correct and functional.
• After allotment, act quickly complete online formalities and pay the fee promptly.
• Keep all relevant documents ready for verification at the college.
• For any support, contact the WBCAP Helpline at 1800‑102‑8014 or email support@wbcap.in.
In Summary
The WBCAP Merit List 2025 for UG admissions has been published on August 7, 2025. Candidates can now check their seat allotment details on wbcap.in, proceed with online payment and document submission, and report to their designated colleges within the given window. This marks the start of the first-phase admission cycle under the new OBC reservation guidelines.
