Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 is conducted by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB), Patna, for admission to MBBS, BDS, B.V.Sc. & A.H. and B.F.Sc. courses in the government and private medical, dental, veterinary and fisheries colleges of Bihar.
This counselling process, officially named the Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling (UGMAC)-2026, is based on the merit list of NEET UG 2026 conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), and it applies to Bihar’s state quota seats.
Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration window opened on 10 August 2026 and closed on 14 August 2026, with choice filling and locking scheduled to close on 17 August 2026 (11:59 PM). The UGMAC-2026 Rank Card was published on 16 August 2026, and the Round 1 provisional seat allotment result is due on 20 August 2026. There will be four rounds of counselling in total including Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 and a Stray Vacancy Round and all rounds are conducted online.
This guide explains the complete Bihar NEET Counselling 2026 process step by step, including eligibility, registration, application fee, documents required, choice filling, reservation, merit list, seat matrix and seat allotment.
Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 Overview
UGMAC-2026 is the single counselling window through which NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates can seek admission to state quota seats in Bihar’s medical, dental, veterinary and fisheries colleges. It covers both government and private institutions, and the entire process, from registration to seat allotment, is conducted online by BCECEB.
| Particulars | Details |
| Counselling Name | Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 OR Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling (UGMAC)-2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB), Patna |
| Courses Offered | MBBS, BDS, B.V.Sc. & A.H., B.F.Sc. |
| Admission Through | NEET UG 2026 merit list (Bihar State Quota) |
| Counselling Rounds | Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 and Stray Vacancy Round (all online) |
| Participating Colleges | Government and private medical, dental, veterinary and fisheries colleges of Bihar |
| Official Website | bceceboard.bihar.gov.in |
| Current Status | Registration (10–14 August 2026) is complete; choice filling and locking closes on 17 August 2026, and the Round 1 provisional seat allotment result is scheduled for 20 August 2026 |
Important Dates for Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026
BCECEB has released the schedule for Round 1 and Round 2 of Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026. Round 3 and the Stray Vacancy Round dates have not been announced yet and will be published through a separate advertisement later.
Round 1 Schedule
| Event | Date |
| Seat Matrix Published on Board’s Website | 07.08.2026 |
| Online Registration & Application Begins (Round 1 & 2) | 10.08.2026 |
| Last Date for Registration, Application & Fee Payment (Round 1 & 2) | 14.08.2026 Up to 11:59 PM |
| Publication of UGMAC-2026 Rank Card | 16.08.2026 |
| Last Date for Choice Filling & Locking (Round 1 & 2) | 17.08.2026 Up to 11:59 PM |
| Round 1 Provisional Seat Allotment Result | 20.08.2026 |
| Download Allotment Order (Round 1) | 20.08.2026 to 27.08.2026 |
| Document Verification & Admission (Round 1) | 24.08.2026 to 27.08.2026 |
Round 2 Schedule
| Event | Date |
| Resignation through Free Exit from Round 1 | 03.09.2026 to 04.09.2026 |
| Online Choice Filling for Round 2 Seat Allotment | 06.09.2026 |
| Last Date for Choice Filling & Locking (Round 2) | 07.09.2026 |
| Round 2 Provisional Seat Allotment Result | 11.09.2026 |
| Download Allotment Order (Round 2) | 14.09.2026 to 15.09.2026 |
| Document Verification & Admission (Round 2) | 15.09.2026 to 18.09.2026 |
Round 3 and Stray Vacancy Round: To be notified by the counselling authority.
Eligibility Criteria for Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026
Only candidates who have qualified NEET UG 2026 and appear in the merit list prepared for Bihar’s state quota are eligible to register for UGMAC-2026. Eligibility conditions differ slightly for government seats (which require a Bihar-linked domicile connection) and private medical/dental colleges (which are open to any NEET-qualified resident of India).
| Eligibility Requirement | Details |
| NEET UG Qualification | Must have qualified NEET UG 2026 conducted by NTA and be included in the UGMAC-2026 merit list |
| Academic Qualification | Passed 10+2/I.Sc. or equivalent, with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Botany & Zoology)/Biotechnology and English as separate subjects |
| Minimum Marks in 10+2 | Unreserved (UR) candidates: minimum 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Biotechnology combined; SC/ST/BC/EBC candidates: minimum 40% aggregate |
| Minimum NEET Percentile | UR/EWS: 50 percentile; UR-DQ/EWS-DQ: 45 percentile; SC/ST/EBC/BC and SC/ST/EBC/BC-DQ: 40 percentile |
| Age Requirement | Minimum 17 years as on 31 December of the examination year; date of birth should not be after 31.12.2009 |
| Domicile Requirement (Government seats) | Candidate’s parents must be permanent residents of Bihar, refugees settled in Bihar, or Bihar/Central Government (including PSU) employees posted in Bihar |
| Domicile Requirement (Private colleges) | Candidate must be a resident of India and NEET Qualified; Bihar domicile is not mandatory for admission to private medical/dental colleges |
| Category Eligibility | As recorded in the NEET UG 2026 merit list; OBC candidates must indicate whether they fall under Bihar’s BC or EBC category, since OBC is recognised in Bihar as BC/EBC |
Note for candidates applying for private colleges under a general category: A candidate who filled UR/EWS/UR(DQ)/EWS(DQ) as their NEET category but actually belongs to a reserved category (BC/EBC/SC/ST) and is NEET Qualified is still eligible for admission in private medical/dental colleges and can participate in UGMAC-2026.
Bihar NEET Counselling 2026 Registration Process
Registration for Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 is done entirely online through the BCECEB portal. The registration process is summarised below:
- Visit the official BCECEB website (bceceboard.bihar.gov.in) and open the “Online Portal of UGMAC-2026” link.
- Register by entering your NEET UG 2026 Roll Number, name and date of birth exactly as they appear on your NEET records, for identity authentication.
- Verify your identity through the OTP sent to the mobile number and email address you had registered with NTA during the NEET UG 2026 application. Create a password for your account. Your UGMAC ID is generated once registration is successful.
- Log in using your NEET Roll Number and password, then complete the multi-step application form in order: Personal Information, Contact Details, and Educational Information, clicking “Save & Continue” after each step.
- Upload your scanned photograph, signature, and required documents, including the Ward Quota certificate issued by the Registrar of Bihar Animal Science University, if applicable.
- Check your entries on the Application Preview page. Use “Back to Edit” to correct any anomalies before final submission.
- Click “Final Submit & Proceed to Payment,” accept the declaration, and pay the Counselling Fee & Security Deposit through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI. An extra processing charge applies to online payments.
- Download the Confirmation Page and Fee Receipt once payment is successful, and re-verify all entries printed on it.
Candidates must note that the mobile number and email ID registered during this process cannot be changed at any point, before or after registration. Online filling of the application form for MBBS/BDS/B.V.Sc. & A.H./B.F.Sc. is done only once, and this single registration is used for both Round 1 and Round 2 seat allotment.
Application Fee for Bihar NEET Counselling 2026
Bihar NEET Counselling 2026 involves two separate online payments: a non-refundable Counselling Fee and a refundable Security Deposit. The amount depends on the type of institution (government or private) and the candidate’s category.
Counselling / Registration Fee (Non-Refundable)
| Institution/College Type | UR/EWS/BC/EBC | SC/ST/DQ |
| Government Medical/Dental/Veterinary/Fisheries College | Rs. 1,200 | Rs. 600 |
| Private Medical College | Rs. 1,200 | Rs. 1,200 |
| Private Dental College | Rs. 1,200 | Rs. 1,200 |
| Both (Private Medical & Dental) Colleges | Rs. 1,200 | Rs. 1,200 |
| Both (Government + Private Medical) Colleges | Rs. 1,200 | Rs. 1,200 |
| Both (Government + Private Dental) Colleges | Rs. 1,200 | Rs. 1,200 |
| Both (Government + Private Medical/Dental) Colleges | Rs. 1,200 | Rs. 1,200 |
| Government Veterinary/Fisheries College | Rs. 1,200 | Rs. 600 |
Security Deposit (Refundable)
| Institution/College Type | UR/EWS | SC/ST/BC/EBC |
| Government Medical/Dental/Veterinary/Fisheries College | Rs. 10,000 | Rs. 5,000 |
| Private Medical College | Rs. 2,00,000 | Rs. 2,00,000 |
| Private Dental College | Rs. 50,000 | Rs. 50,000 |
| Both (Private Medical & Dental) Colleges | Rs. 2,00,000 | Rs. 2,00,000 |
| Both (Government + Private Medical) Colleges | Rs. 2,00,000 | Rs. 2,00,000 |
| Both (Government + Private Dental) Colleges | Rs. 50,000 | Rs. 50,000 |
| Both (Government + Private Medical/Dental) Colleges | Rs. 2,00,000 | Rs. 2,00,000 |
| Government Veterinary/Fisheries College | Rs. 10,000 | Rs. 5,000 |
Important points on fee payment:
- Payment must be made online only (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI), and an additional processing charge applies.
- The Counselling Fee is non-refundable, while the Security Deposit is refundable, and it is credited back to the same bank account after all rounds of counselling end, for candidates who do not get any seat or who take admission through any round.
- If candidates applying for Self-Financed seats of B.V.Sc.&A.H./B.F.Sc. courses, the security deposit for that category is Rs. 50,000.
- If the fee amount is debited but the transaction fails, candidates must re-pay the full fee and ensure it reflects in the Board’s account before the due date; failed transactions are refunded separately in due course.
Documents Required for Bihar NEET Counselling 2026
Candidates must upload scanned copies of the required documents during the registration process and carry the original documents at the time of physical document verification and admission.
General list of documents:
- Admit Card of NEET(UG)-2026
- Score Card of NEET(UG)-2026
- Rank Card of UGMAC-2026
- Passing Certificate/Mark sheet/Admit Card of Matric or equivalent examination
- Passing Certificate/Mark sheet/Admit Card of Intermediate/10+2 or equivalent examination
- Residential Certificate
- Caste Certificate/EWS Certificate, if applicable
- Downloaded print of the online-filled Application Form (Confirmation Page)
- Six copies of passport-size photographs, matching the one used on the NEET(UG)-2026 Admit Card
- Aadhaar Card
- Downloaded Check Slip along with one copy of the Biometric Identification Report Form
- Character Certificate issued by the Head of the Institution last attended, and Income Certificate, if needed
- All original certificates/documents as per the admission requirements of Private Medical/Dental Colleges
- Any other document required as per the prospectus, such as DQ (PH)/NRI/Minority/Ward Quota Certificates
Documents for DQ (Disabled Quota) Candidates
- UDID Card issued by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan)
- Disability Certificate issued on the prescribed proforma by an authorised centre/institute
- Self-certified Affidavit stating the candidate’s functional abilities, as required under NMC’s “Guidelines on Assessment of Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) for Admission to the MBBS Course, 2026”
- These three documents (UDID Card, Affidavit, DQ Certificate) must be merged into a single PDF and uploaded, and the same must be submitted in original at the time of physical Document Verification.
- Note: DQ candidates must obtain their Eligibility Certificate from one of the designated Medical Assessment Boards listed by MCC/BCECEB, and the minimum degree of disability required to avail DQ reservation is 40% (benchmark disability).
Documents for NRI Candidates
Candidates claiming NRI quota benefit must select “NRI” at the time of registration and upload the required documents.
Category I — NRI Candidate/Parents/Real Brother/Real Sister:
- NEET Score Card issued by NTA
- Valid passport of the candidate
- NRI Certificate issued by the Competent Authority (Embassy/Indian Consulate)
- Notarized Affidavit by the NRI parent/real brother/real sister stating they will sponsor the candidate’s course fee and living expenses, supported by an NRE Bank Account Passbook
- Relationship verification by a competent revenue authority officer (Tehsildar/Government Officer)
Category II — Indian to NRI conversion:
- NEET Score Card issued by NTA
- Valid passport of the candidate
- Valid passport of the legal guardian
- NRI Certificate of the guardian issued by the Competent Authority
- Notarized Affidavit by the legal guardian on sponsorship, supported by an NRE Bank Account Passbook
Ward Quota Documents (B.V.Sc. & A.H./B.F.Sc. programmes)
Candidates applying under the Ward Quota (wards of regular Bihar Animal Science University staff) must mandatorily upload the Ward Quota certificate issued by the Registrar of Bihar Animal Science University.
Choice Filling and Choice Locking Process
Choice filling opens only after a candidate has successfully paid the Counselling Fee and Security Deposit and submitted the application form.
- Candidates fill their choices of course and institution in order of preference and click “Save Choices.”
- After saving, candidates must click “Choice Locking” before the scheduled last date and time to lock their filled-up choices.
- If a candidate clicks “Save Choices” but does not lock them within the scheduled deadline, the choices get automatically locked once the deadline passes.
- Filled and locked choices can only be downloaded or printed after locking is complete.
- To edit already-locked choices, a candidate must first click “Unlock Choices,” which requires authentication through their password and an OTP sent to their registered mobile number/email ID.
- Choice locking and unlocking work only through OTP authentication sent to the candidate’s registered mobile number and email ID, which cannot be changed under any circumstances.
- For Round 2, candidates who have already been allotted a seat through Round 1 can edit their choices but cannot remove their Round-1 allotted choice.
- Candidates who resign from their Round 1 allotted seat, or are treated as Free-Exit, must mandatorily fill fresh choices for Round 2, because their previously filled choices become “Null & Void.”
- Candidates who did not fill choices in Round 1 (even though registered and fee-paid) get the facility to fill choices for Round 2.
- After locking, all candidates are advised to take a printout of their last filled-up choices for future reference.
Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 Reservation
Reservation for UGMAC-2026 admissions follows Bihar’s state reservation policy, as applicable on the date the online application process begins. Candidates must select the reservation category for which they hold a valid caste/category certificate.
| Category | Reservation Percentage |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 16% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 1% |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 18% |
| Backward Class (BC) | 12% |
| Reserved Category Girls (RCG) | 3% |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 10% |
| Unreserved (UR) | Remaining 40% |
| Disabled Quota (DQ/PwBD) | 5% of total seats in every institution (included within, not additional to, the total sanctioned seats) |
Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 Merit List
UGMAC-2026 merit list (issued as the Rank Card) is central to the entire counselling process, since seat allotment is done on a merit-cum-choice basis.
- Final Merit List is prepared by scrutinising the NEET UG 2026 data received from NTA through the Health Department, Government of Bihar, following the applicable rules of the Hon’ble Court, MCC and BCECEB.
- Based on the All India Rank (AIR) obtained in NEET UG 2026, only candidates who completed the online application and paid the Counselling Fee & Security Deposit between 10.08.2026 and 14.08.2026 are included in the Rank Card, published on 16.08.2026.
- Candidates download their UGMAC-2026 Rank Card by entering their UGMAC ID and Date of Birth on the counselling portal.
| Round | Release Date | Merit List |
| Round 1 & Round 2 | 16.08.2026 | UGMAC-2026 Rank Card |
| Round 3 | — | Dowload PDF |
| Stray Vacancy | — | Dowload PDF |
Seat Allotment Process for Bihar
Seat allotment for Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 is done purely on a merit-cum-choice basis, meaning a candidate’s rank and locked choices together decide the college and course allotted.
- Seat matrix publication: BCECEB publishes the seat matrix on its website before choice filling begins, showing the seats available at each government and private college.
- Choice filling: Eligible candidates fill their choices of course and institution in order of preference.
- Choice locking: Choices are locked before the deadline, or auto-locked if not manually locked in time.
- Processing: BCECEB processes the allotment based on the candidate’s merit rank and the locked order of preference.
- Result publication: The provisional seat allotment result is published on the Board’s website on the scheduled date for each round.
- Download allotment letter: Allotted candidates log in to view and download their provisional seat allotment order.
- Document verification: Allotted candidates upload clear scanned copies of their original required documents in PDF format for online document verification by the allotted institute.
- Freeze or Float: After document upload, candidates submit their willingness as FREEZE (accept the seat, no upgradation wanted) or FLOAT (want upgradation in the next round).
- Reporting/admission: Freeze candidates must physically visit the allotted institute within the scheduled period with all original documents to complete document verification and admission. Float candidates do not need to visit physically in Round 1; their verification is done online by the institute.
- Upgradation/Free Exit/Resignation: Round-1 allotted candidates have a Free-Exit option and can exit without forfeiting their security deposit, remaining eligible for Round 2. Float candidates can upgrade from Round 1 to Round 2 and from Round 2 to Round 3. Freeze candidates who wish to resign after taking admission must do so physically at the allotted institute within the scheduled period; resignation after Round 2 admission involves forfeiture of the security deposit.
| Round | Date | Allotment Result |
| Round 1 | 20.08.2026 | Provisional Seat Allotment Result |
| Round 2 | 11.09.2026 | Provisional Seat Allotment Result |
| Round 3 | — | Download PDF |
| Stray Vacancy | — | Download PDF |
MBBS and BDS Seat Matrix in Bihar
Checking the seat matrix before choice filling helps candidates understand exactly how many seats are available at each government and private college, and under which quota category, before locking their preference order. BCECEB published the initial seat matrix for UGMAC-2026 on 07.08.2026, covering government colleges (Annexure-1) and private colleges (Annexure-2) of the Prospectus.
| Round | Date | Seat Matrix |
| Round 1 | 07.08.2026 | Initial Seat Matrix (Annexure-1 & Annexure-2 of Prospectus) |
| Round 2 | — | Download PDF |
| Round 3 | — | Download PDF |
| Stray Vacancy | — | Download PDF |
Government Medical & Dental College Seat Matrix
This is the seat break-up for government medical and dental colleges of Bihar, as published in Annexure-1 of the Prospectus. The “Available Seats for Counselling” column shows the actual state-quota seats open to UGMAC-2026 candidates after deducting Central Nominee, All India Quota and Ward of Insured Persons (IP) seats.
| College | Total Seats | Central Nominees | All India Quota | Ward of IP Quota | Available for Counselling |
| P.M.C., Patna | 250 | 5 | 38 | – | 207 |
| D.M.C., Laheriasarai | 150 | 5 | 23 | – | 122 |
| J.L.N.M.C., Bhagalpur | 150 | 4 | 22 | – | 124 |
| N.M.C., Patna | 200 | 4 | 30 | – | 166 |
| S.K.M.C., Muzaffarpur | 150 | 4 | 23 | – | 123 |
| A.N.M.M.C., Gaya | 120 | 4 | 18 | – | 98 |
| I.G.I.M.S., Patna | 150 | – | 22 | – | 128 |
| Govt. Medical College, Bettiah | 120 | – | 18 | – | 102 |
| BMIMS, Pawapuri, Nalanda | 120 | – | 18 | – | 102 |
| Jannayak Karpoori Thakur Medical College & Hospital, Madhepura | 100 | – | 15 | – | 85 |
| ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Patna | 100 | – | 15 | 35 | 50 |
| Govt. Medical College, Purnea | 100 | – | 15 | – | 85 |
| Patna Dental College, Patna | 40 | 4 | 06 | – | 30 |
| Total | 1750 | 65 | 263 | 35 | 1422 |
Private Medical College Seat Matrix
Private medical college seats are further split by Unreserved (UR), Muslim Minority, Sikh Minority and NRI quota, as shown in Annexure-2 of the Prospectus.
| College | Total Seats | UR | Muslim Minority | Sikh Minority | NRI |
| Katihar Medical College, Katihar | 200 | 70 | 100 | 0 | 30 |
| Mata Gujri Memorial Medical College, Kishanganj | 200 | 110 | 0 | 60 | 30 |
| Narayan Medical College & Hospital, Sasaram | 250 | 213 | 0 | 0 | 37 |
| Lord Buddha Koshi Medical College & Hospital, Saharsa | 200 | 170 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| Madhubani Medical College, Madhubani | 250 | 88 | 125 | 0 | 37 |
| Netaji Subhash Medical College & Hospital, Bihta | 250 | 230 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
| Shri Narayan Medical Institute & Hospital, Saharsa | 150 | 127 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| R.D.J.M Medical College, Turki, Muzaffarpur | 200 | 170 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| Himalaya Medical College & Hospital, Paliganj, Patna | 150 | 127 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| Mahabodhi Medical College & Hospital, Sherghati, Gaya | 150 | 128 | 0 | 0 | 22 |
| S.C.M.C. & S.P.N. Hospital, Khagaria | 100 | 85 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| Virat Institute of Medical Science, East Champaran | 150 | 128 | 0 | 0 | 22 |
| Buddha Hospital & Research Institute, Gaya | 100 | 100 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shrinivas G Educational & Research Institute of Medical Sciences, Chapra | 100 | 100 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2450 | 1846 | 225 | 60 | 319 |
Private Dental College Seat Matrix
| College | Total Seats | UR | Muslim Minority | Sikh Minority | NRI |
| Buddha Institute of Dental Science & Hospital, Kankarbagh, Patna | 100 | 100 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mithila Minority Dental College & Hospital, Darbhanga | 60 | 51 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Sarjug Dental College & Hospital, Laheriasarai, Darbhanga | 40 | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 200 | 191 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Bihar NEET Counselling 2026 Process
For a first-time candidate, it helps to see the entire Bihar NEET Counselling 2026 journey laid out as one continuous sequence, from qualifying NEET to joining college.
- Qualify NEET UG 2026, conducted by NTA, and appear in the merit list forwarded to Bihar’s Health Department.
- Register on the UGMAC-2026 online portal using your NEET Roll Number, name and date of birth.
- Complete the personal, contact and educational details in the multi-step application form.
- Upload your photograph, signature and required documents.
- Preview and finally submit the application form.
- Pay the Counselling Fee and Security Deposit online.
- Download the UGMAC-2026 Rank Card once it is published.
- Check the official seat matrix published by BCECEB before filling your choices.
- Fill choices of course and college in order of preference, then lock the choices before the deadline.
- Wait for the round-wise provisional seat allotment result.
- If allotted a seat, upload documents for verification and choose Freeze or Float.
- Freeze candidates must report physically to the allotted institute for document verification and admission within the scheduled window; Float candidates wait for upgradation in the next round.
- Candidates not satisfied with their allotment, or not allotted a seat, can continue to the next round (Round 2, Round 3 or Stray Vacancy) as per eligibility and the applicable schedule.
Participating Medical & Dental Colleges in Bihar
Candidates should always cross-check this list against the latest seat matrix published on the official website before finalising their choices, since BCECEB reserves the right to add institutions.
Medical Colleges in Bihar
| College Type | Colleges |
| Government Medical Colleges | Click Here |
| Private Medical Colleges | Click Here |
Dental Colleges in Bihar
| College Type | Colleges |
| Government Dental College | Click Here |
| Private Dental Colleges | Click Here |
Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 Cut Off
Previous years’ cut-off ranks can help candidates get a general sense of admission trends, but they should never be treated as the guaranteed or fixed cut-off for Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026, since actual closing ranks depend on the number of applicants, seats available and choices filled in each round.
| Round | Cut Off PDF |
| Round 1 | Not released yet |
| Round 2 | Not released yet |
| Round 3 | Not released yet |
| Stray Vacancy | Not released yet |
Minimum Qualifying Percentile (as fixed by NMC/Dental Council)
| Category | Minimum NEET(UG)-2026 Percentile Required |
| UR / EWS | 50 percentile |
| UR-DQ / EWS-DQ | 45 percentile |
| SC / ST / EBC / BC | 40 percentile |
| SC / ST / EBC / BC – DQ | 40 percentile |
Official Website for Bihar NEET Counselling 2026
All official notifications, registration, the online counselling portal, rank card, seat matrix, choice filling, seat allotment results and updates for UGMAC-2026 are available only on the official BCECEB website: bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When did Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration start?
A. Online registration for UGMAC-2026 (Round 1 & Round 2) began on 10 August 2026, and the last date for registration with fee payment was 14 August 2026 (up to 11:59 PM).
Q. Who conducts Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026?
A. Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026, officially called UGMAC-2026, is conducted by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB), Patna, for admission to MBBS, BDS, B.V.Sc. & A.H. and B.F.Sc. courses based on the NEET(UG)-2026 merit list.
Q. What is the minimum eligibility percentile required for Bihar NEET Counselling 2026?
A. UR and EWS candidates need a minimum of 50 percentile, UR-DQ and EWS-DQ candidates need 45 percentile, and SC, ST, EBC, BC candidates and their DQ counterparts need a minimum of 40 percentile in NEET(UG)-2026, as fixed by the National Medical/Dental Council.
Q. What is the application fee for Bihar NEET Counselling 2026?
A. For government medical/dental/veterinary/fisheries colleges, the counselling fee is Rs. 1,200 for UR/EWS/BC/EBC candidates and Rs. 600 for SC/ST/DQ candidates. For private medical and dental colleges, all candidates pay Rs. 1,200. A separate refundable security deposit also applies, ranging from Rs. 5,000/10,000 for government seats to Rs. 50,000/2,00,000 for private seats depending on the college type.
Q. What documents are required for Bihar NEET Counselling 2026?
A. Candidates need the NEET(UG)-2026 admit card and score card, UGMAC-2026 rank card, Matric and Intermediate mark sheets/certificates, residential certificate, caste/EWS certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card, six passport-size photographs matching the NEET admit card, the downloaded application confirmation page, and any category-specific document such as DQ, NRI or Ward Quota certificates.
Q. How does choice filling and locking work in Bihar NEET Counselling 2026?
A. After paying the counselling fee and security deposit, candidates fill choices of course and college in order of preference and click “Save Choices.” Choices must then be locked using the “Choice Locking” link before the deadline; unlocked choices are auto-locked after the deadline passes. Locked choices can be edited again only after unlocking through OTP authentication.
Q. When will the Round 1 seat allotment result for Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 be announced?
A. Round 1 provisional seat allotment result for UGMAC-2026 is due on 20 August 2026, with allotment order download available from 20 to 27 August 2026 and document verification and admission scheduled from 24 to 27 August 2026.
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His guidance approach is practical, transparent, and strategy focused. Rajesh Mishra helps families understand counselling systems, admission rules, and college selection in simple language so they can make informed decisions.
Through GLN Admission Advice, he provides guidance for Medical, AYUSH, Engineering, MBA, PGDM, and Law admissions, and regularly shares content to help students understand counselling procedures, cutoff trends, and common mistakes during admission counselling.