Bihar UGEAC Counselling Fees 2026 is something every candidate needs to understand clearly before the registration window opens. There are many candidates that either do not pay their fees by the closing date or are left confused about an unsuccessful transaction.
This article will comprehensively outline the entire fee structure for UGEAC 2026 from the counselling registration fee to the annual tuition fee for each of the colleges that participate.
Types of Fees in Bihar UGEAC 2026
There are 2 category types that fees fall under in the UGEAC process:
- The Counselling Registration Fee: this amount is paid when registering online (through BCECEB Portal).
- Annual Academic Fee: paid directly to the allotted college after seat confirmation. This varies by institution.
Both are important to understand separately. Missing the counselling fee means your registration is rejected. Missing the academic fee deadline at the college means your admission is cancelled.
Bihar UGEAC 2026 Counselling Registration Fee
The counselling fee is collected by BCECEB at the time of registration. It covers the cost of processing your application and participating in the counselling process.
Category-wise Counselling Fee
| Category | Counselling Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | Rs. 1,200/- |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | Rs. 1,200/- |
| Backward Class (BC) | Rs. 1,200/- |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | Rs. 1,200/- |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | Rs. 600/- |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Rs. 600/- |
| Disabled Quota / PwD (DQ) | Rs. 600/- |
In simple terms: UR, EWS, BC, and EBC candidates pay Rs. 1,200. SC, ST, and DQ (PwD) candidates pay Rs. 600. Processing charges are added on top of these amounts by the payment gateway and are not controlled by BCECEB.
Is the Counselling Fee Refundable?
Counseling fees are non refundable once paid as part of the registration process for UGEAC 2026, regardless of whether:
- You do not get a seat in any counselling round
- After registration you wish to no longer participate in counseling
- After making your payment you withdraw your application
- Your application is denied because of issues related to submitted documentation
Once paid, this fee stays with the Board under all circumstances. So before you pay, make sure your registration is complete and correct.
Accepted Payment Modes
UGEAC 2026 counselling fee can only be paid through online modes. No cash payment or demand draft is accepted at this stage.
| Payment Mode | Availability |
|---|---|
| Debit Card | Available |
| Credit Card | Available |
| Net Banking | Available |
| UPI | Available |
| Cash / DD / Cheque | Not Accepted |
After clicking “Final Submit and Proceed to Payment” in your application form, you will be directed to the payment gateway. Follow the instructions on screen to complete the transaction.
What to Do If Your Payment Fails
This is one of the most common problems during UGEAC registration, and it causes unnecessary panic. Here is exactly what to do:
If the payment amount is deducted from your bank account but the transaction status shows as failed or pending on the BCECEB portal, do not wait for it to be resolved automatically.
Pay again immediately. Make a fresh payment through the same or a different payment mode. Your original failed deduction will be refunded to your bank account in due course, but there is no fixed timeline for that refund.
Why this matters: Your application form is only treated as complete when the counselling fee reflects successfully in BCECEB’s account before the closing deadline. If the fee does not show up in time, your form will be rejected, even if money was deducted from your account.
If your fee deadline is the same day and your payment has failed, do not waste time waiting. Re-pay right away.
How to Track Your Payment Status
After payment, log in to your BCECEB account and check the application status. A successful payment will reflect in your dashboard and your form status will show as submitted. If it still shows as incomplete after 30 to 60 minutes, re-pay immediately.
Annual Academic Fee Structure
Following the seat allocation as well as documentation verification, you are now ready to pay your first-year academic fee directly to your assigned college, in addition to paying for the seat allocation fee prior.
Government Engineering Colleges
Academic fees vary based on the type of institution. Government engineering colleges in Bihar generally have lower fees compared to private colleges.
Download Government Engineering Colleges Fees Structure – PDF
Private Engineering Colleges
Private colleges participating under UGEAC 2026 have their own fee structures approved by the Fee Fixation Committee of Bihar. These are higher than government college fees. Check each private college’s specific fee before filling it as a choice during counselling.
Download Private Engineering Colleges Fees Structure – PDF
EWS Category – Potential Fee Concession
For EWS (Economically Weaker Section) category candidates, 5% seats may be available for economically backward students. These are candidates whose parents/guardian income is less than Rs. 8 lakhs per annum. Depending on state government guidelines, fee concessions may apply for these students.
Summary of All UGEAC 2026 Fees at a Glance
| Fee Type | Amount | When to Pay | Refundable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Counselling Registration Fee (UR/EWS/BC/EBC) | Rs. 1,200/- + charges | During registration | No |
| Counselling Registration Fee (SC/ST/DQ) | Rs. 600/- + charges | During registration | No |
| Annual Academic Fee – Govt. Colleges | As per state norms | At allotted college | No (standard) |
| Annual Academic Fee – SGIDT (State Quota) | As per govt. norms | At SGIDT | No |
| Annual Academic Fee – SGIDT (Self-Financed) | Higher (as notified) | At SGIDT | No |
| Annual Academic Fee – Private Colleges | As per Fee Committee | At allotted college | No |
| Hostel Fee | As per institution | At hostel office | Partially (security deposit) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the counselling fee for Bihar UGEAC 2026?
A. If you fall under UR, EWS, BC or EBC, it’s Rs. 1200, and if you fall under SC, ST or DQ (PwD), it’s Rs. 600. Processing fees will be additional.
Q. Is the UGEAC 2026 counselling fee refundable?
A. The fees are non-refundable under any circumstances even if you’re not placed in the course.
Q. Can I pay the UGEAC 2026 fee in cash?
A. The only forms of payment accepted are either online Debit Card payment, Credit Card payment, Net Banking or UPI payment.
Q. What should I do if my fee is deducted but the transaction fails?
A. You must immediately pay for your application again. The bank will return the unsuccessful transaction amount to your bank account as soon as they are informed of the failure but until you have successfully completed your application the only time you will be allowed to submit your application is when the funds have been received and reflected in BCECEB Account.
Q. Are there any scholarships to help with college fees after UGEAC admission?
A. If you’re SC, ST or EBC, then you’re eligible to apply through the NSP scholarships portal and Bihar state scholarships portal after your admission.
Q. Do EWS candidates get a fee concession in Bihar government engineering colleges?
A. Possible fee concessions for EWS students depend on state government guidelines.
Rajesh Mishra is an admission counsellor and the founder of GLN Admission Advice Pvt. Ltd. with more than 16 years of experience in student counselling and admission guidance. He has worked with thousands of students and parents seeking clarity in complex admission processes across India.
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.
Rajesh Mishra is an admission counsellor and the founder of GLN Admission Advice Pvt. Ltd. with more than 16 years of experience in student counselling and admission guidance. He has worked with thousands of students and parents seeking clarity in complex admission processes across India.
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.