Bihar UGMAC 2026 Round 2 Choice Filling, online registration, and choice editing will officially commence on September 12, 2026, as announced by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) in official advertisement number BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/06 dated September 11, 2026. In a landmark expansion for undergraduate medical admissions in eastern India, the Health Department, Government of Bihar (Letter No. 1246(1) dated 10.09.2026), has officially added three new medical colleges—two new government medical colleges in Samastipur and Chapra (Saran), and one new private medical college in Jehanabad—along with additional MBBS seats in existing private medical colleges for Round 2 online admissions on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
Latest status — verified on 11 September 2026: BCECEB has issued official notice Adv. No. BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/06 declaring that online registration, submission of application forms, choice filling, data editing, and editing of choices for Round 2 will start on 12 September 2026. Two new government medical colleges (Sriram Janki Medical College Samastipur and GMC Chapra) and one new private medical college (Kurma Sanskriti Medical College Jehanabad) have been added to the updated seat matrix.
Bihar UGMAC 2026 Round 2 Choice Filling: Quick Facts Overview
The table below summarizes the key conducting authorities, official portals, new medical college additions, and official contact details for Bihar UGMAC 2026 Round 2 admissions:
| Counselling Parameter | Official Detail / Authority Specification |
|---|---|
| Counselling Authority | Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) |
| Counselling Scheme | Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling (UGMAC 2026) |
| Official Counselling Website | bceceboard.bihar.gov.in |
| Official Contact Email | [email protected] |
| Official Notice Reference | Adv. No. BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/06 Dated 11.09.2026 |
| State Health Dept Order | Health Department, Bihar Letter No. 1246(1) Dated 10.09.2026 |
| Covered Degree Programmes | MBBS, BDS, B.V.Sc. & A.H., and B.F.Sc. |
| Newly Added Govt Medical Colleges | (i) Sriram Janki Medical College & Hospital, Samastipur; (ii) Govt. Medical College, Chapra (Saran) |
| Newly Added Private Medical College | Kurma Sanskriti Medical College & Hospital, Kurma, Jehanabad |
| Round 2 Online Portal Opening Date | 12 September 2026 |
| Eligible Candidate Operations | Fresh Registration, Application Form-cum-Choice Filling, Data Editing, and Choice Editing |
| Central Document Verification Venue | BCECEB Board Office, IAS Association Building, Near Patna Airport, Patna-14 |
| Last Verification Date | 11 September 2026 |
Source: Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (Adv. No. BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/06)
3 New Medical Colleges Added to Bihar UGMAC 2026 Seat Matrix
The Government of Bihar has significantly expanded MBBS intake capacity for the 2026-27 academic session. Under Health Department Letter No. 1246(1) dated 10.09.2026, BCECEB has officially incorporated three brand-new medical colleges into the Bihar UGMAC 2026 Round 2 Choice Filling matrix:
| College Name & Location | Institution Type | Affiliation / Administration | Seat Quotas Applicable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sriram Janki Medical College & Hospital, Samastipur | Government Medical College | Aryabhatta Knowledge University (AKU) / Bihar University of Health Sciences (BUHS) | 85% Bihar State Quota (State Merit & Category Reservation) |
| Government Medical College, Chapra (Saran) | Government Medical College | Bihar University of Health Sciences (BUHS), Patna | 85% Bihar State Quota (State Merit & Category Reservation) |
| Kurma Sanskriti Medical College & Hospital, Kurma, Jehanabad | Private Medical College | Bihar University of Health Sciences (BUHS), Patna | 100% Open Merit / Management Seats (Open to candidates across India) |
| Existing Private Medical Colleges (Additional Seats) | Private Medical Colleges | Respective Affiliated Universities in Bihar | Open Category & Minority Quotas as notified in the updated matrix |
Source: Health Department, Bihar Letter No. 1246(1) dated 10.09.2026 and BCECEB Notice Adv. No. 2026/06
Infrastructure and Clinical Profile of Newly Approved Institutions
Medical aspirants participating in Bihar UGMAC 2026 Round 2 Choice Filling should understand the institutional profile of the new colleges before ordering their preferences:
1. Sriram Janki Medical College & Hospital (SJMC), Samastipur
Constructed with modern medical infrastructure in Samastipur district, SJMC features a 500-bed multi-speciality teaching hospital equipped with advanced modular operation theatres, intensive care units (ICU/NICU/PICU), centralized oxygen supply lines, computerized digital radiography (DR), 128-slice CT scan, and round-the-clock emergency casualty wings. The academic block contains air-conditioned smart lecture theatres, fully outfitted preclinical and paraclinical laboratories, a digital library, and modern residential hostels for boys and girls.
2. Government Medical College, Chapra (Saran)
Developed to cater to healthcare needs in the Saran division, GMC Chapra comprises dedicated clinical departments across General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, and Ophthalmology. With a high daily outpatient (OPD) flow from Saran, Siwan, and Gopalganj districts, the hospital provides extensive hands-on bedside clinical exposure for undergraduate MBBS students.
3. Kurma Sanskriti Medical College & Hospital, Kurma, Jehanabad
Located in Jehanabad district, Kurma Sanskriti Medical College represents a new private healthcare teaching institution affiliated with BUHS Patna. The campus provides multi-specialty clinical care, comprehensive diagnostic pathology labs, radiology suites, and hostel accommodations. Under Bihar private medical college rules, 100% of seats in this institution are open to NEET-qualified students from Bihar as well as other states across India.
Official Round 2 Online Counselling Activities Starting September 12, 2026
According to BCECEB notification Adv. No. 2026/06, candidates will have full access to the online UGMAC 2026 portal starting from September 12, 2026. The key activities permitted during this window include:
- Fresh Online Registration: Eligible NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates who missed Round 1 registration can register fresh, pay the non-refundable registration fee, and submit their application details.
- Editing of Application Form Data: Registered candidates who need to rectify particulars in their submitted application form will be granted an editing window on the portal.
- Fresh Online Choice Filling: All candidates participating in Round 2 can fill and prioritize new college preferences including the newly added government and private medical institutions.
- Editing and Modifying Existing Choices: Candidates who submitted choices in previous rounds can unlock, rearrange, add new college codes (such as Samastipur GMC, Chapra GMC, and Kurma Sanskriti Jehanabad), and re-lock their preferences.
Round 1 Seat Resignation and Free Exit Guidelines
BCECEB has issued comprehensive instructions regarding seat resignation and withdrawal for candidates who were allotted seats during Round 1 counselling:
1. Free Exit for Round 1 Allotted Candidates
Candidates who received a seat allotment in Round 1 but wish to surrender their seat without penalty can utilize the official online resignation mechanism. Under the Free Exit provision, candidates do not lose their security deposit and their original documents are returned safely by the board upon submission of the resignation receipt at the IAS Association Building, Patna.
2. Candidates Opting for Upgradation in Round 2
Candidates who completed Round 1 document verification at Patna, deposited their original certificates, and submitted willingness for upgradation (“YES”) do not need to resign. Their original certificates remain safely deposited with the board. They simply need to log in from September 12, 2026, and edit/reorder their college choices to include the new government and private medical colleges.
3. Resignation Impact on Future Rounds
Candidates who formally resign from their Round 1 seat within the notified schedule are permitted to participate in Round 2 as fresh un-allotted candidates. However, candidates must complete the formal online resignation process on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in before the designated cut-off date to ensure their names are excluded from the Round 1 joined list.
Reservation Breakdown in Bihar Government Medical Colleges
In accordance with the Bihar State Reservation Act, state quota MBBS and BDS seats in government institutions (including Patna Medical College, Nalanda Medical College, Darbhanga Medical College, Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Samastipur GMC, and Chapra GMC) are distributed as follows:
| Category Code | Category Name | Statutory Reservation Percentage (%) | Domicile Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | Unreserved (Open Merit) | Open to all eligible Bihar permanent residents | Bihar Domicile Required |
| EWS | Economically Weaker Sections | 10% | Valid Bihar EWS Certificate |
| BC | Backward Classes (OBC Annexure-II) | 12% | Valid Bihar Non-Creamy Layer Certificate |
| EBC | Extremely Backward Classes (Annexure-I) | 18% | Valid Bihar EBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate |
| SC | Scheduled Castes | 16% | Valid Bihar SC Certificate |
| ST | Scheduled Tribes | 1% | Valid Bihar ST Certificate |
| DQ | Disabled Quota (Horizontal Reservation) | 5% Horizontal across all categories | Designated Disability Board Certificate |
Source: Bihar Government Reservation Guidelines & BCECEB UGMAC Prospectus
Security Deposit and Fee Guidelines for Bihar UGMAC 2026
In Bihar undergraduate medical counselling, payment of the requisite counselling fee and security deposit is mandatory for validating candidate preferences across government and private institutions:
| Fee Type / Category | Target Institution Quota | Applicable Amount (INR) | Payment Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Counselling Registration Fee (General / EWS / BC / EBC) | All Participating Colleges | ₹1,200 | Non-Refundable |
| Counselling Registration Fee (SC / ST / DQ) | All Participating Colleges | ₹600 | Non-Refundable |
| Security Deposit (Government Medical & Dental) | State Govt Medical / Dental Colleges | ₹10,000 (UR) / ₹5,000 (Reserved) | Refundable after completion of counselling rounds |
| Security Deposit (Private Medical Colleges) | Private MBBS Colleges across Bihar | ₹2,00,000 | Refundable / Adjustable against first-year tuition fee |
| Security Deposit (Private Dental Colleges) | Private BDS Colleges across Bihar | ₹1,00,000 | Refundable / Adjustable against first-year tuition fee |
Source: BCECEB UGMAC-2026 Information Prospectus
Step-by-Step Guide for Round 2 Registration and Choice Editing
Follow these straightforward steps on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in starting September 12, 2026, to complete your Bihar UGMAC 2026 Round 2 Choice Filling and registration:
- Navigate to the Official Portal: Visit bceceboard.bihar.gov.in and click on the “Online Application Portal of UGMAC-2026” link.
- Log In with Credentials: Enter your UGMAC ID / NEET UG Roll Number and password to access your candidate dashboard.
- Edit Application Data (If Needed): Verify all personal, domicile, category, and academic information. If any correction is required, update the fields during the open editing window.
- Access Choice Filling Portal: Click on “Fill / Edit Choices (Round 2)” to open the college preference list.
- Add New Medical Colleges: Select and add the newly included institutions—Sriram Janki Medical College Samastipur, Government Medical College Chapra, and Kurma Sanskriti Medical College Jehanabad—along with other preferred government and private colleges.
- Rearrange College Preferences: Use the drag-and-drop or move buttons to arrange colleges in strict order of preference from highest priority to backup options.
- Lock Choices with OTP Verification: Review your choices thoroughly and click “Lock Choices”. Confirm the locking via the OTP sent to your registered mobile number and email.
- Print Choice Submission Slip: Download and print the locked choices confirmation slip for your records and verification reporting.
To assess your admission probability across newly added Bihar medical colleges and top national institutes, check our All India College Predictor Hub. You can also explore college hospital capacities, patient intake, and clinical facilities in our Explore Colleges Directory, or browse the complete Medical Admissions Category for nationwide counselling updates. For specialized strategy on preference ordering and private college fee planning, Book a Free Admission Counselling Session with our senior medical admissions counselors.
Centralized Document Verification Process at BCECEB Patna
Unlike states that conduct document verification at multiple regional medical colleges, Bihar UGMAC conducts document verification centrally at the BCECEB Board Office, IAS Association Building, Near Patna Airport, Patna-14. Candidates allotted seats in Round 2 must report in person with the following documents:
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card and Scorecard: Original NTA admit card and official rank card.
- UGMAC 2026 Rank Card: Downloaded state rank card showing state merit and category rank.
- Provisional Seat Allotment Order: Three copies of the downloaded Round 2 allotment order from bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
- Class 10 Certificate & Marksheet: Proof of date of birth and secondary school passing.
- Class 12 Passing Certificate & Marksheet: Qualifying marksheet in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.
- Residential / Domicile Certificate: Official Bihar Domicile Certificate issued by a competent Revenue Officer / Circle Officer / SDO.
- Caste / Category Certificate: Valid BC, EBC, SC, ST, or EWS certificate issued by competent authority in Bihar with non-creamy layer certification where applicable.
- Character Certificate: Issued by the head of the institution last attended.
- Copy of Aadhaar Card: Valid photo identity proof.
- Passport-Sized Photographs: Six identical passport-sized photographs matching the NEET UG admit card.
- Biometric Identification & Check Slip: Downloaded Part A and Part B application form with biometric check slip (available on BCECEB website).
Compulsory Rural Service Bond in Bihar Government Medical Colleges
Students securing MBBS seats in government medical colleges of Bihar (including the new medical colleges in Samastipur and Chapra) are subject to mandatory state service obligations:
- Service Duration: All candidates admitted to government MBBS seats must sign an official bond undertaking to serve for a minimum of 3 years in state healthcare facilities upon completing MBBS and internship.
- Bond Penalty: Failure to serve the stipulated rural period attracts a statutory bond forfeiture penalty of ₹25,00,000 (Twenty-Five Lakh Rupees).
- Internship Stipend: Admitted candidates undergoing their compulsory 1-year CRMI internship in Bihar government medical colleges receive the standard state monthly stipend of ₹15,000 per month.
What This Round 2 Notice Means for Medical Aspirants
The addition of 2 new government medical colleges and 1 new private medical college in Round 2 represents a major expansion of MBBS seats in Bihar. Here are essential strategic recommendations for candidates:
- Expect Positive Cutoff Shifts: The addition of government medical seats in Samastipur and Chapra will lower the state closing cutoffs for UR, EWS, BC, EBC, and SC categories compared to Round 1.
- Update Your Choice Matrix on September 12: Do not miss the opportunity to re-edit choices starting September 12. Insert Samastipur GMC and Chapra GMC in your preference list based on location and infrastructure.
- Examine Private College Affordability: For candidates considering Kurma Sanskriti Medical College Jehanabad or other private colleges, verify annual tuition fees, hostel charges, and security deposit terms before locking.
- Stay Connected with Live Updates: Keep tracking real-time circulars on our dedicated Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 Live Tracker.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: When will Bihar UGMAC 2026 Round 2 choice filling and registration start?
Answer: Online registration, application form submission, choice filling, data editing, and editing of choices for Bihar UGMAC 2026 Round 2 will start on 12 September 2026 on the official website bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
Q2: Which new medical colleges have been added in Bihar UGMAC 2026 Round 2?
Answer: Three new medical colleges have been added: 2 government medical colleges (Sriram Janki Medical College Samastipur and Government Medical College Chapra) and 1 private medical college (Kurma Sanskriti Medical College Jehanabad), as per Health Dept Letter No. 1246(1) dated 10.09.2026.
Q3: Can candidates edit their submitted choices during Round 2?
Answer: Yes. BCECEB has officially permitted the editing of application form data and the editing/rearranging of choice preferences for all participating candidates starting from 12 September 2026.
Q4: What is the official website for Bihar NEET UG Round 2 counselling?
Answer: All official circulars, seat matrices, choice filling links, and allotment results are published on the BCECEB official website at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
Q5: Can fresh candidates register in Bihar UGMAC Round 2?
Answer: Yes. Eligible NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates who did not register in Round 1 can submit fresh online applications and choice preferences during the Round 2 portal window from 12 September 2026.
Q6: Where does document verification take place for Bihar UGMAC counselling?
Answer: Document verification is conducted centrally at the BCECEB Board Office, IAS Association Building, Near Patna Airport, Patna-14.
Q7: What is the security deposit for private MBBS colleges in Bihar UGMAC?
Answer: The mandatory security deposit for private medical colleges (MBBS) in Bihar is ₹2,00,000, payable online during the choice-filling stage on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
Q8: What is the rural service bond requirement for Bihar government medical colleges?
Answer: Candidates admitted to government MBBS seats must serve for 3 years in state public health facilities or pay a bond penalty of ₹25,00,000.
Q9: Is choice locking mandatory for Bihar UGMAC Round 2?
Answer: Yes. Candidates must explicitly lock their choices with OTP authentication before the deadline to ensure their preferences are processed for seat allotment.
Q10: What is the official helpdesk email for Bihar BCECEB counselling?
Answer: Candidates can contact BCECEB for counselling queries via email at [email protected].
Sources Checked and Editorial Verification
- Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) Official Portal
- Notice Regarding Resignation / Withdrawal of Allotted Seat from Round-1 Counselling and Online Counselling Programme for Round-2 (Adv. No. BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/06 dated 11.09.2026)
- Health Department, Bihar, Patna Letter No. 1246(1) dated 10.09.2026
Update Policy: This page will be revised immediately when BCECEB publishes the complete dates schedule, revised vacancy seat matrix PDF, or allotment results.