Bihar NEET Counselling 2026 is conducted by BCECEB (Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board) under the UGMAC process for MBBS and BDS admission in Bihar for the academic session 2026-27. Students who have qualified NEET UG and are domicile of Bihar can apply for state quota seats. There are 20 medical colleges in Bihar with over 2,500 MBBS seats (government and private combined). The official website for Bihar NEET Counselling 2026 is bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
Bihar NEET Counselling 2026
What is Bihar NEET Counselling (UGMAC)?
Bihar NEET Counselling 2026, officially called UGMAC (Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling), is the centralised seat allotment process for MBBS and BDS admissions under the 85% state quota in Bihar. It is conducted by BCECEB, Patna. Candidates who qualify NEET UG 2026 and hold a valid Bihar domicile certificate can register and participate. Separately, candidates may also participate in MCC counselling for All India Quota (AIQ) seats.
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Bihar NEET Counselling 2026 – Important Dates
The schedule for Bihar NEET Counselling 2026 (UGMAC) will be released by BCECEB on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in after the NEET Result 2026 is declared. Tentative events based on previous year patterns are listed below.
| Event | Tentative Date 2026 |
|---|---|
| BCECEB UGMAC Registration | To be announced |
| Release of Bihar NEET Rank Card | To be announced |
| Choice Filling & Locking | To be announced |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | To be announced |
| Round 1 Reporting to College | To be announced |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment Result | To be announced |
| Round 3 / Mop-Up Round | To be announced |
| Stray Vacancy Round | To be announced |
Bihar NEET Counselling 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following eligibility conditions set by BCECEB before applying for UGMAC 2026.
- NEET UG Qualification: Must have qualified NEET UG 2026 with a valid scorecard from NTA.
- Domicile: Bihar domicile or permanent parental residence in Bihar is mandatory for 85% state quota seats. Non-domicile candidates are eligible only for AIQ (15%) seats through MCC.
- Age: Candidate must be at least 17 years old as on December 31, 2026.
- Academic Qualification: Must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum of 50% marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC).
Bihar NEET Counselling 2026 – Rounds
BCECEB conducts Bihar UGMAC in multiple rounds for government and private medical colleges.
- Round 1: First seat allotment based on NEET rank, category, and college choices.
- Round 2: For seats remaining vacant after Round 1.
- Round 3 / Mop-Up Round: Conducted for seats still vacant after Round 2.
- Stray Vacancy Round: Final round at college level for remaining unfilled seats.
Process repeats across Round 1 → Round 2 → Round 3 → Stray Vacancy Round
Bihar NEET Application Form 2026
- Candidates must register and fill the application form on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. The NEET UG 2026 roll number (from your NEET Admit Card) is required for registration along with Bihar domicile and category details.
- After successful registration, BCECEB releases the Rank Card (UGMAC Rank) which candidates must download for the counselling process.
- Candidates must fill and lock their college choices before the deadline as per BCECEB guidelines.
Documents Required for Bihar NEET Counselling 2026
Candidates must carry original documents with self-attested photocopies at the time of reporting to the allotted college.
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card and Scorecard
- BCECEB UGMAC 2026 Rank Card
- Class 10 and Class 12 Certificates and Mark Sheets
- Bihar NEET Counselling Allotment Letter
- Bihar Domicile / Residence Certificate
- Category Certificate – SC, ST, OBC, EWS, EBC (if applicable)
- Transfer Certificate (TC) and Migration Certificate
- Passport-size photographs and Photo ID Proof
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Bihar NEET Cut Off – Overview (Reference for 2026 Aspirants)
The Bihar NEET 2026 Cut Off will be released by BCECEB after each round of UGMAC counselling. Based on 2025 data (from Vedantu, EduMoneyTimes, CollegeDekho, and other sources), here is an overview for students to estimate their chances.
⚠️ Trend-based figures. Official cut off released by BCECEB after each UGMAC round. Check bceceboard.bihar.gov.in for official data.
- The Bihar NEET Cut Off is published round-wise for government and private colleges, separately for each category (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, EBC).
- Government colleges have a higher cut off compared to private colleges. Management quota cut offs are significantly lower.
- To verify your score, check the NEET Result and cross-reference with the NEET Answer Key.
Bihar NEET 2026 Rank List (UGMAC Rank Card)
- BCECEB prepares the Bihar NEET Rank List 2026 (Rank Card) based on NEET UG result data from NTA and applications submitted by eligible Bihar domicile candidates.
- The UGMAC Rank Card indicates the state-level rank of the candidate and is essential for participating in choice filling.
- Download the BCECEB UGMAC 2026 Rank Card PDF from bceceboard.bihar.gov.in as per the official schedule.
Bihar NEET 2026 Merit List
- The Bihar NEET Merit List 2026 is prepared by BCECEB based on NEET UG marks, state rank, and category.
- Separate category-wise merit lists are prepared for General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and EBC candidates.
- Download from bceceboard.bihar.gov.in as per the calendar of events.
Bihar NEET 2026 Seat Allotment
- BCECEB releases the Bihar NEET UGMAC Seat Allotment Result 2026 round-wise on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
- Allotment is based on NEET rank, category, college choices, and seat availability.
- If allotted a seat, candidates must report to the college and complete document verification and fee payment within the stipulated time.
Bihar NEET Counselling 2026 – An Overview
The key details of this MBBS and BDS admission process are as follows.
| Aspects | Details |
|---|---|
| State | Bihar |
| Courses | MBBS, BDS |
| Process | NEET Counselling (UGMAC) |
| Conducting Body | BCECEB (Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board) |
| Official Website | bceceboard.bihar.gov.in |
| Total MBBS Seats | 2,500+ (government + private combined) |
| Counselling Rounds | Round 1, Round 2, Round 3/Mop-Up, Stray Vacancy |
| Seats Type | State Quota (85%) + AIQ (15%) |
| Eligibility | NEET UG qualified, Bihar domicile holder |
| NEET Admit Card | NEET Admit Card 2026 |
| NEET Answer Key | NEET Answer Key 2026 |
| NEET Result | NEET Result 2026 |
| Medical Colleges | Medical Colleges in Bihar |
| Top Medical Colleges | Top Medical Colleges in Bihar |
Bihar NEET Counselling 2026 – FAQs
Q1. Who conducts Bihar NEET Counselling 2026?
Bihar NEET Counselling (UGMAC) is conducted by BCECEB – Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board, Patna. Official website: bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
Q2. What is UGMAC in Bihar?
UGMAC stands for Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling. It is the official name for Bihar’s NEET-based MBBS/BDS seat allotment process conducted by BCECEB.
Q3. What is the expected NEET cut off for Bihar government colleges in 2025?
Based on 2025 trends, the expected cut off for government MBBS colleges is: General: 618–630 marks; OBC: 613–626 marks; SC: 500–515 marks; ST: 470–478 marks.
Q4. Can non-Bihar domicile candidates apply for Bihar state quota?
No. Only Bihar domicile candidates are eligible for 85% state quota seats. Non-domicile candidates can only participate through AIQ counselling by MCC.
Q5. Where can I check the NEET Result and Answer Key?
Check the NEET Result 2026 and NEET Answer Key 2026 on AglaSem as soon as they are released by NTA.
If you have any queries on Bihar NEET Counselling 2026, then please ask in comments below.
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