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ITI & Polytechnic Choice Filling 2026: Choice filling for West Bengal ITI (E & M Group) and Polytechnic 1st Year admissions is now live from 27 July to 29 July 2026. Learn the complete step-by-step process, choice locking, common mistakes, and expert tips to secure admission
ITI & Polytechnic Choice Filling 2026 Begins
The wait is finally over! The West Bengal Common Admission Portal has officially started the Choice Filling and Choice Locking process for ITI E-Group, ITI M-Group, and Polytechnic First Year Admissions 2026.
Candidates whose names appear in the merit list must now complete the next and most important stage of counselling by selecting their preferred colleges and trades before the deadline.
According to the official schedule, Choice Filling will remain open from 27 July 2026 to 29 July 2026 (11:59 PM). Missing this deadline or making mistakes while filling choices may result in losing your opportunity for admission.
PROVISIONAL MERIT LIST FOR ADMISSION IN POLYTECHNIC 1ST YEAR – 2026
Choice Filling Schedule 2026
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Choice Filling Starts | 27 July 2026 |
| Last Date | 29 July 2026 |
| Closing Time | 11:59 PM |
Candidates can complete the process through the official portal:
Official Website: West Bengal Common Admission Portal
Who Needs to Fill Choices?
Choice Filling is compulsory for candidates whose names are available in the merit list of:
- ITI E Group
- ITI M Group
- Polytechnic First Year
Simply appearing in the merit list does not guarantee admission. You must submit and lock your college preferences within the given time.
Step-by-Step Guide to Fill Choices
Step 1: Log in
Visit the official admission portal and log in using your registered mobile number and OTP.
Step 2: Check Your Merit Details
After logging in, you can view:
- General Rank
- Category Rank
- Application Details
- Eligible Courses
Verify all information before proceeding.
Step 3: Click “Start Choice Filling”
According to your application, you will see options such as:
- Start Choice Filling for ITI M Group
- Start Choice Filling for ITI E Group
- Start Choice Filling for Polytechnic
Click the appropriate option.
Step 4: Search Colleges
The new portal allows candidates to search in different ways.
You can search by:
- District
- Institute Name
- Trade
- Course
For example:
- Select Bankura District.
- View all Government ITIs available.
- Select your preferred trade such as Electrician, Fitter, COPA, Welder, etc.
The portal also allows searching directly by trade, making it much easier than previous years.
Government vs PPP vs Private Colleges
One of the biggest changes this year is understanding different college categories.
1. Government ITI
- These are fully government institutes with lower admission fees.
- Highly recommended for most students.
2. PPP Government Colleges
These institutes have two different quota options.
Government Quota
- Lower fees.
- Admission is based on merit.
MQ (Management Quota)
- Higher admission fees.
- Seats remain available even if the Government quota is full.
- Students should choose MQ only if they are willing to pay additional fees.
3. Private ITIs
Private colleges generally charge significantly higher tuition fees.
Unless you specifically wish to study in a private institute, most students should prioritise:
- Government ITIs
- PPP Government Quota
before considering private colleges.
How to Add Choices
Whenever you find your preferred trade:
Click Select (+)
The selected trade will move to your preference list on the right side.
You may continue adding as many colleges and trades as you want.
Is There Any Limit on Choice Filling?
No.
There is no fixed limit on the number of choices.
Experts recommend filling as many relevant Government and PPP Government options as possible to improve admission chances.
Arrange Choices Carefully
After adding colleges, you can:
- Move a college up
- Move it down
- Delete unwanted choices
- Rearrange priorities
Your order of preference is extremely important.
The Biggest Mistake Students Make
This is where many candidates lose better admission opportunities.
Suppose:
- Choice 1 – Government ITI A
- Choice 2 – Government ITI B
- Choice 3 – Government ITI C
If you get Choice 1 in the first allotment, the counselling system considers that your highest preference has already been satisfied. You generally will not be upgraded to any other option because you have already received your top choice.
However, if you are allotted Choice 3, you may still become eligible for automatic upgradation to a higher preference in later counselling rounds, subject to seat availability.
This is why your first preference should always be the college where you genuinely want to study. Arrange your list from most preferred to least preferred, as the system allocates seats in that order.
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Save Draft vs Choice Lock
Many students get confused here.
Save as Draft
- Choices are saved.
- You can still edit them.
- You can rearrange preferences.
- You can delete colleges.
Choice Lock
Once choices are locked and the deadline passes:
- No editing
- No deletion
- No rearrangement
- Final list submitted
Therefore, check everything carefully before locking your choices.
Don’t Wait Until the Last Day
Although the portal remains open until 29 July 2026, 11:59 PM, students should avoid waiting until the final hours.
Heavy server traffic or internet issues may prevent successful submission.
Complete your Choice Filling early and review it calmly before locking.
Major Changes in 2026 Admission Process
Compared to previous years, several important changes have been introduced:
- New Common Admission Portal
- New counselling interface
- Simplified trade search
- College-wise filtering
- Trade-wise filtering
- Updated merit list system
- Different choice filling interface
- Improved online dashboard
The counselling process is now more user-friendly than earlier years.
Expert Tips for Better Admission Chances
- Fill as many Government colleges as possible.
- Add PPP Government colleges after Government options.
- Choose MQ (Management Quota) only if you are prepared for higher fees.
- Keep your dream college as Preference No. 1.
- Don’t fill random colleges just to increase numbers.
- Review every choice carefully before locking.
- Complete the process well before the deadline.
- Keep screenshots or download confirmation after locking.
Choice Filling is the most critical stage of the West Bengal ITI and Polytechnic Admission 2026 process. A single mistake in arranging your preferences can affect your admission outcome.
Take your time, discuss your options with your family, prioritise the colleges where you truly wish to study, and complete the process before the deadline. If you are unsure about selecting colleges or trades, seek guidance before locking your choices.
Important: Choice Filling for ITI (E & M Group) and Polytechnic First Year is available only from 27 July 2026 to 29 July 2026 (11:59 PM) through the official West Bengal Common Admission Portal.
পশ্চিমবঙ্গের Common Admission Portal-এ ITI (E-Group, M-Group) ও Polytechnic 1st Year Admission 2026-এর Choice Filling ও Choice Locking শুরু হয়েছে। যাদের নাম মেরিট লিস্টে রয়েছে, তাদের ২৭ জুলাই ২০২৬ থেকে ২৯ জুলাই ২০২৬ রাত ১১:৫৯-এর মধ্যে নিজের পছন্দের কলেজ ও ট্রেড নির্বাচন করে চয়েস লক করতে হবে।
চয়েস ফিলিংয়ের সময় Government, PPP Government এবং Private কলেজের মধ্যে সঠিকভাবে নির্বাচন করা অত্যন্ত গুরুত্বপূর্ণ। প্রথম পছন্দ (Choice No. 1) হিসেবে সেই কলেজটিই রাখুন যেখানে আপনি নিশ্চিতভাবে ভর্তি হতে চান, কারণ প্রথম চয়েসে সিট পেলে পরে আপগ্রেডের সুযোগ নাও থাকতে পারে। যত বেশি সম্ভব Government ও PPP Government কলেজ পছন্দের তালিকায় রাখলে ভর্তি হওয়ার সম্ভাবনা বাড়ে।
চয়েস সেভ করার পরও শেষ সময় পর্যন্ত পরিবর্তন করা যায়, তবে Choice Lock করার পর আর কোনো পরিবর্তন করা সম্ভব নয়। তাই সব তথ্য ভালোভাবে যাচাই করে নির্ধারিত সময়ের মধ্যেই চয়েস ফিলিং ও লকিং সম্পূর্ণ করুন। সরকারি পোর্টাল: https://admission-tetsd.wb.gov.in/
