Bihar AYUSH Counselling 2025 will be conducted by Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) and counselling is expected to start from 3rd week of September 2025. Bihar AYUSH Counselling is conducted for admission in BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS & BNYS courses in Bihar and admission is solely based on NEET Exam rank.
The curriculum for these AYUSH courses aligns with the standards set by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH), ensuring a complete education in traditional medical systems.
This year NEET Exam will be held on 4th May 2025 by National Testing Agency (NTA) and result will be declared on 14th June 2025. Candidates who appeared in NEET exam will be eligible to participate in Bihar AYUSH Counselling.
As per National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH) there are 7 BAMS Colleges with 493 seats, 15 BHMS Colleges with 825 seats, 05 BUMS Colleges with 226 seats in Bihar.
Counselling for these colleges starts with candidate’s registration on counselling conducting authority official website https://bceceboard.bihar.gov.in/. Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) conducts counselling for 85% seats in government & private AYUSH colleges in Bihar under State Quota.
Counselling for remaining 15% seats in government & private colleges will be conducted by AYUSH Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC) under All India Quota (AIQ).
Bihar AYUSH Counselling Highlights 2025
Here is a quick summary of the key highlights of Bihar AYUSH Counselling 2025
| Particulars | Details |
| Counselling Name | Bihar AYUSH Counselling |
| Counselling Type | AYUSH UG Counselling |
| Counselling body | Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) |
| Entrance Exam | NEET UG Exam |
| Exam conducting authority | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| NEET Exam Date | May 4, 2025 |
| NEET Result Date | June 14, 2025 |
| Bihar AYUSH Counselling Start Date 2025 | Will be Notified |
| Bihar AYUSH Counselling Registration Date 2025 | Will be Notified |
| Bihar AYUSH Counselling End Date 2025 | Will be Notified |
| AACCC Counselling Date | To Be Announced |
| Courses to Pursue | BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS & BNYS |
| Total No. of Govt Colleges | BAMS: 2 Colleges BHMS: 1 Colleges BUMS: 1 Colleges |
| Total No. of Private Colleges | BAMS: 5 Colleges BHMS: 14 Colleges BUMS: 4 Colleges |
| Total No. of Govt Seats | BAMS: 163 Seats BHMS: 75 Seats BUMS: 25 Seats |
| Total No. of Private Seats | BAMS: 330 Seats BHMS: 750 Seats BUMS: 195 Seats |
| State Counselling Official Website | https://bceceboard.bihar.gov.in/ |
| AACCC Counselling Official Website | https://aaccc.gov.in/ug-counselling/ |
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Bihar AYUSH Counselling Schedule 2025
Below is the table highlighting the important dates and schedule for Bihar AYUSH Counselling 2025, including registration, choice filling, seat allotment, and admission deadlines.
| Events | Dates |
| Online Registration starting date | Third Week of September (Tentative) |
| Online Registration closing date | To Be Announced |
| Last date of payment through Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI with final submission of the online Application Form of Registered candidate | To Be Announced |
| Online Editing of Application Form | To Be Announced |
| Publication of Rank Card / Merit List | To Be Announced |
| Seat Matrix posting on Website | To Be Announced |
| Starting date of Online Registration-cum-Choice filling for Seat Allotment | To Be Announced |
| Last date of Online Registration-cum-Choice filling for seat allotment and locking | To Be Announced |
| 1st Round provisional seat allotment result publication date | To Be Announced |
| Downloading of Allotment order and Choice Upgradation (1st Round) | To Be Announced |
| Documents Verification and Admission (1st Round) | To Be Announced |
| 2nd Round provisional seat allotment result publication date | To Be Announced |
| Downloading of Allotment order (2nd Round) | To Be Announced |
| Documents Verification and Admission (2nd Round) | To Be Announced |
Bihar AYUSH Counselling Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria to participate in Bihar AYUSH Counselling:
| Eligibility Criteria | Description |
| Nationality | Candidates must be Indian citizens. |
| Domicile | Candidates should possess a valid domicile of Bihar. |
| Age Limit | Candidates must have attained the age of 17 years as of December 31, 2025. There is no upper age limit. |
| Educational Qualification | Candidates must have completed 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects. They should have obtained a minimum aggregate score of 50% (40% for reserved categories) in the qualifying examination. |
| NEET-UG Score | Candidates must have appeared for the NEET-UG examination and obtained the minimum qualifying percentile as prescribed by the respective regulatory bodies. |
| NEET-UG Merit List | Candidates must have qualified for the NEET-UG merit list. The merit list is prepared based on the candidate’s NEET-UG scores. |
Bihar AYUSH Counselling Registration Process 2025
Bihar AYUSH Counselling Registration Process 2025 is the first and most important step for candidates seeking admission to BAMS, BHMS, BUMS courses in AYUSH colleges in the state. Below are the steps of counselling registration
- Visit the BCECE website (bceceboard.bihar.gov.in)
- Click “Register” and fill your details (name, email, mobile number etc.)
- You’ll receive an activation code via email and SMS.
- Activate your account using the code.
- Set a strong password and remember it securely.
Bihar AYUSH Counselling Registration Fees 2025
Table below outlines the Bihar AYUSH Counselling 2025 registration fees for various categories:
| Category | Counselling Fee (INR) |
| Unreserved / BC / EBC | Rs.1200 (One Thousand Two Hundred) |
| SC / ST / DQ | Rs.600 (Six Hundred) |
Bihar Counselling Choice Filling 2025
Bihar AYUSH Counselling 2025 choice filling procedure is the key process for applicants to join BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS courses. The counselling procedure is done by the BCECE Board on NEET-UG scores. Students need to undertake registration and choice filling online procedure only once which will be done for Round-1 and Round-2 allotments of seats. But new registration and choice filling is required in case of Round-3 as well as in Stray Vacancy Round.
Bihar AYUSH Counselling Choice Locking 2025
Filling up the choices is the last step for submission, candidates are required to lock their choices. In the event that a candidate fails to lock the choices it will be considered as the candidate does not wish to take part in the process of attending the counselling.
It is advised that the options selected are reviewed from every aspects and are very carefully prepared and selected so that there is no need for changes later. The system will show the Agree/Disagree button, the candidates selected will have to click Agree in order to confirm locking. If choices are not locked, the candidate will not be considered for seat allotment and will not be allotted any college.
Bihar AYUSH Counselling Seat Allotment 2025
Bihar AYUSH Counselling 2025 seat allotment process is managed by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB). Candidates are required to complete the registration and choice-filling process only once, which will be applicable for both Round-1 and Round-2. Seat allotment in these rounds is based on the choices filled and the NEET UG 2025 rank.
However, for Round-3 and the Stray Vacancy Round, a fresh registration and choice filling is mandatory. Candidates already admitted in any college in India through Round-3 or those allotted a seat in Round-3 are not eligible to participate in the Stray Vacancy Round.
After Round-1, candidates can opt for seat upgradation in Round-2 by selecting “Yes” for upgradation before downloading the provisional seat allotment order. Similarly, candidates can participate in Round-3 by giving willingness for upgradation or by resigning from their allotted seat within the given time if no upgradation has occurred in Round-2.
Seat allocation is temporary and final admission depends on document verification at the reporting center. If during verification any discrepancy is detected (like incorrect category claim), the seat allotment will be cancelled, and a candidate will become eligible for the next round with fresh details.
If a candidate demands BC category but does not furnish proper evidence, the seat booked under BC will be cancelled and the candidate will be treated as Unreserved category in Round-2.
Bihar AYUSH Counselling Stray Vacancy Round 2025
Stray Vacancy Round of Bihar AYUSH Counselling 2025 is the final round of the admission process conducted by the BCECE Board. It is held online and is meant to fill the remaining vacant seats after Round-1, Round-2, and Round-3. A fresh registration and choice filling is mandatory for candidates wishing to participate in this round.
Candidates who have been allotted a seat through Round-3 anywhere in India, or he/she are admitted through Round-3, are not eligible to apply for the Stray Vacancy Round.
As this is the final chance for admission, the candidates must fill in their preferences cautiously and confirm that all the eligibility conditions are fulfilled. Seat allotment will be done on the basis of NEET UG 2025 rank and candidate’s filled-in choices during fresh registration for this round.
Reservation Policy
The Reservation Policy for AYUSH UG Counselling 2025 under state quota & All India Quota (AIQ) for seats in Government/Government Aided/National Institutes/Central Universities is as follows:
| Category | Reservation Percentage – All India Quota | Reservation Percentage – State Quota |
| SC | 15% | 16% |
| ST | 7.50% | 1% |
| OBC-NCL | 27% | – |
| GEN-EWS | 10% | – |
| PwBD | 5% | – |
| EBC | – | 18% |
| BC | – | 12% |
| RCG | – | 3% |
| EWS* | – | 10% |
Candidates belonging to the Creamy Layer of OBC are not entitled to reservation benefits and are considered under the general (GEN) category, making them eligible only for open seats. The GEN-EWS reservation benefit is available only to those general category candidates who meet the criteria specified by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
Bihar AYUSH Counselling For Other State Students
Students from other states can participate in Bihar AYUSH Counselling 2025 under the All India Quota (AIQ). This quota allows non-resident candidates to apply for admission into government AYUSH colleges in Bihar, including courses like BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS.
The counselling process for these seats is conducted by the AYUSH Admissions Central Counseling Committee (AACCC) through an online process. Candidates must qualify NEET-UG and register on the official AACCC website (https://aaccc.gov.in/) to be considered for admission under the All India Quota in Bihar’s government AYUSH institutions.
Bihar AYUSH Counselling Documents Required 2025
All the certificates included in the list given below, if applicable, must be submitted in original by every candidate at the time of his/ her counselling / allotment on the scheduled date;
- Original Admit Card of NEET UG 2025
- Original Score Card of NEET UG 2025
- Passing Certificate / Mark Sheet / Admit Card of Matriculation or equivalent examination
- Passing Certificate / Mark Sheet / Admit Card of Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent examination
- Residential Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- All original certificates/documents as required for admission to Private AYUSH Colleges
- Six passport-size photographs (same as uploaded on NEET Admit Card)
- Downloaded printout of the Online Filled Application Form (Part A & Part B) of UGMAC AYUSH 2025
- Aadhaar Card
- Any other relevant documents (e.g., PH certificate for Divyang Quota, EWS Certificate, etc.)
Note: If any certificate is in a language other than English or Hindi, an English version must be submitted at the time of counselling.
Bihar AYUSH Counselling 2025 Participating Colleges
Candidates who have qualified NEET 2025 and are aiming to pursue AYUSH courses like BAMS, BHMS, or BUMS in Bihar must be familiar with the list of participating colleges for the upcoming counselling session. The counselling is organized by the state AYUSH authority under the guidance of BCECEB (Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board).
As per official data from the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) and the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH), Bihar has the following number of recognized AYUSH colleges:
- BAMS: 7 Colleges with 493 seats
- BHMS: 15 Colleges with 825 seats
- BUMS: 5 Colleges with 226 seats
These institutions include both government and private colleges affiliated with recognized universities and approved by the Ministry of AYUSH. During choice filling, students should thoroughly review college location, fee structure, infrastructure, and past cutoffs to make an informed decision.
Click here to download the list of Bihar AYUSH Participating Colleges – PDF