The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has officially released the authenticated Bihar NEET Round 1 Allotment 2026 First Round Opening and Closing Rank list for the Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling (UGMAC 2026) on August 25, 2026. All candidates participating in the 85% Bihar State Quota counselling can now verify the exact official Opening Rank (OR) and Closing Rank (CR) metrics directly published on the official web portal at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. The allotment publication covers all government medical colleges, private medical institutions, government dental colleges, and self-financing private dental institutes across Bihar for MBBS, BDS, B.V.Sc. and A.H., and B.F.Sc. courses. Candidates who are allotted a seat must carefully review their allotment letter, complete the choice willingness (Freeze or Upgrade), download mandatory document verification slips, and physically report to their designated Nodal Reporting Centers between August 27 and August 31, 2026. For candidates seeking guidance on medical and allied stream cutoff trends across national and state-level entrance exams, explore our Medical Admissions Category, access the All India College Predictor Hub, or Book a Free Admission Counselling Session with expert counsellors.
The release of the official BCECEB UGMAC-2026 Round 1 seat allotment document gives complete transparency on NEET All India Ranks (AIR), Bihar State UR Ranks, and Category Ranks. Top government medical institutions—such as Patna Medical College (PMCH Patna), Nalanda Medical College (NMCH Patna), Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS Patna), Darbhanga Medical College (DMCH Laheriasarai), Sri Krishna Medical College (SKMCH Muzaffarpur), Anugrah Narayan Magadh Medical College (ANMMCH Gaya), Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JLNMCH Bhagalpur), Vardhman Institute of Medical Sciences (VIMS Pawapuri), Jannayak Karpoori Thakur Medical College (JKTMCH Madhepura), GMC Bettiah, GMC Purnea, and ESIC Medical College Bihta—have witnessed keen competition across Unreserved (UR), EWS, BC, EBC, SC, ST, RCG, and DQ reservation categories. Furthermore, private medical colleges including Mata Gujri Memorial Medical College Kishanganj, Katihar Medical College, Narayan Medical College Sasaram, Lord Buddha Koshi Medical College Saharsa, Madhubani Medical College, Netaji Subhas Medical College Bihta, RDJM Medical College Muzaffarpur, Shyamlal Chandrashekhar Medical College Khagaria, Himalaya Medical College Paliganj, Buddha Hospital Gaya, Shrinivas Medical College Chapra, and Viraat Ramayan Medical College East Champaran have admitted candidates under General Open Management, Minority Quotas, and NRI seats. Below is the complete official data extracted directly from the BCECEB UGMAC-2026 Round 1 notification.
Bihar NEET Round 1 Allotment 2026: Official Schedule and Key Dates
Candidates participating in UGMAC 2026 must adhere strictly to the timelines issued by the BCECEB. Missing a deadline for downloading the allotment letter or failing to physically report at the assigned Nodal Center during the document verification window will result in the immediate cancellation of the allotted seat. Below is the detailed official schedule for Round 1 and subsequent counselling activities:
| Counselling Activity / Event | Start Date | End Date / Deadline | Important Remarks / Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Publication of Round 1 Official Seat Allotment Result | August 25, 2026 | August 25, 2026 | Online at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in (UGMAC 2026 Portal) |
| Download Window for Round 1 Allotment Order | August 25, 2026 | August 31, 2026 (11:59 PM) | Requires UGMAC ID and Password Login |
| Physical Document Verification and Admission Reporting | August 27, 2026 (10:00 AM) | August 31, 2026 (05:00 PM) | Designated Nodal Centers (Mentioned in Allotment Order) |
| Willingness Submission for Round 2 Upgradation | August 25, 2026 | August 31, 2026 | Submitted Online during Allotment Order Download |
| Publication of Round 2 Provisional Seat Allotment Result | September 7, 2026 (Tentative) | September 7, 2026 | Subject to official BCECEB notification updates |
| Round 2 Document Verification and Reporting Window | September 9, 2026 | September 13, 2026 | Nodal Reporting Centers across Bihar |
Step-by-Step Instructions to Download Bihar NEET Round 1 Allotment 2026 Order
Downloading the provisional seat allotment letter is mandatory for all candidates who have been allocated an MBBS or BDS seat in Round 1. Follow these detailed steps to complete the process smoothly:
Step 1: Visit the Official BCECEB Web Portal
Open your browser and navigate to the official website of the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board: bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. Ensure you are accessing the authenticated portal to avoid fraudulent phishing links.
Step 2: Access the UGMAC 2026 Counselling Section
On the homepage left panel or main banner, click on the UGMAC-2026 tab. Locate and click on the link titled Download First Round Provisional Seat Allotment Order of UGMAC-2026.
Step 3: Candidate Authentication and Login
You will be redirected to the secure login interface. Enter your registered UGMAC ID (Application Number) and secret Password. Enter the Security PIN (Captcha) as displayed on the screen and click the ‘Sign In’ button.
Step 4: View Seat Allotment Status and Willingness Submission
Once logged in, click on the ‘Seat Allotment Result’ tab. Your screen will display whether a seat has been allotted to you based on your NEET UG 2026 State Merit Rank and submitted choice preferences. If a seat is allotted, you must select your Willingness Option:
- FREEZE (No Upgrade): Choose this option if you are completely satisfied with the allotted college and stream and wish to secure admission without participating in subsequent rounds.
- YES / UPGRADE (Float): Choose this option if you accept the current allotted seat provisionally but wish to be considered for a higher-preference college/course in Round 2.
Step 5: Download Allotment Order, Part-A and Part-B Form, and Check Slip
After locking your willingness selection, download and print the following essential documents:
- Provisional Seat Allotment Letter (3 copies): Displays your allotted college, category, quota, and assigned Nodal Center.
- UGMAC 2026 Application Form (Part-A and Part-B): Download the submitted online application summary form.
- Biometric Identification Form-1 (Check Slip and Verification Slip): Download from the ‘Important Links’ section of the BCECEB site. Fill in basic personal details before heading to the Nodal Center.
Official Government Medical Colleges Round 1 Opening and Closing Ranks
Below is the official first round Opening Rank (OR) and Closing Rank (CR) dataset published by the BCECEB for UGMAC-2026 across all government medical and dental institutes in Bihar:
1. Government Medical Colleges (MBBS) Opening and Closing Ranks
| Institute Name | Seat Type / Gender | Category | NEET AIR Opening Rank | NEET AIR Closing Rank | UR Opening Rank | UR Closing Rank | Category Opening Rank | Category Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P.M.C. PATNA | General | UR | 845 | 5304 | 4 | 100 | – | – |
| P.M.C. PATNA | Female | UR | 646 | 5819 | 3 | 123 | – | – |
| P.M.C. PATNA | General | EWS | 5631 | 7004 | – | – | 17 | 31 |
| P.M.C. PATNA | Female | EWS | 6005 | 7813 | – | – | 19 | 40 |
| P.M.C. PATNA | General | BC | 5470 | 6491 | – | – | 28 | 47 |
| P.M.C. PATNA | Female | BC | 5845 | 7102 | – | – | 35 | 63 |
| P.M.C. PATNA | General | EBC | 5498 | 8023 | – | – | 27 | 59 |
| P.M.C. PATNA | Female | EBC | 5848 | 8669 | – | – | 32 | 76 |
| P.M.C. PATNA | General | SC | 11842 | 55072 | – | – | 2 | 28 |
| P.M.C. PATNA | Female | SC | 24906 | 79366 | – | – | 4 | 59 |
| P.M.C. PATNA | General | ST | 25235 | 25235 | – | – | 1 | 1 |
| P.M.C. PATNA | Female | ST | 33579 | 33579 | – | – | 2 | 2 |
| P.M.C. PATNA | General | RCG | 7214 | 8411 | – | – | 31 | 41 |
| P.M.C. PATNA | General | DQ | 11324 | 380662 | – | – | 1 | 21 |
| I.G.I.M.S. PATNA | General | UR | 3009 | 7071 | 26 | 202 | – | – |
| I.G.I.M.S. PATNA | Female | UR | 2819 | 7956 | 22 | 261 | – | – |
| I.G.I.M.S. PATNA | General | EWS | 7127 | 8077 | – | – | 33 | 46 |
| I.G.I.M.S. PATNA | Female | EWS | 8294 | 9060 | – | – | 48 | 54 |
| I.G.I.M.S. PATNA | General | BC | 7081 | 7324 | – | – | 62 | 72 |
| I.G.I.M.S. PATNA | Female | BC | 8597 | 9340 | – | – | 110 | 130 |
| I.G.I.M.S. PATNA | General | EBC | 8051 | 9003 | – | – | 60 | 81 |
| I.G.I.M.S. PATNA | Female | EBC | 8709 | 9762 | – | – | 77 | 95 |
| I.G.I.M.S. PATNA | General | SC | 57148 | 74412 | – | – | 29 | 51 |
| I.G.I.M.S. PATNA | Female | SC | 70442 | 93005 | – | – | 47 | 84 |
| I.G.I.M.S. PATNA | Female | ST | 41496 | 41496 | – | – | 4 | 4 |
| I.G.I.M.S. PATNA | General | RCG | 9362 | 9672 | – | – | 53 | 60 |
| I.G.I.M.S. PATNA | General | DQ | 397637 | 526023 | – | – | 23 | 45 |
| N.M.C. PATNA | General | UR | 5389 | 8861 | 106 | 336 | – | – |
| N.M.C. PATNA | Female | UR | 8162 | 10311 | 277 | 449 | – | – |
| N.M.C. PATNA | General | EWS | 9023 | 9902 | – | – | 53 | 65 |
| N.M.C. PATNA | Female | EWS | 10527 | 12152 | – | – | 71 | 95 |
| N.M.C. PATNA | General | BC | 8913 | 9308 | – | – | 114 | 126 |
| N.M.C. PATNA | Female | BC | 10317 | 10897 | – | – | 158 | 179 |
| N.M.C. PATNA | General | EBC | 9129 | 10376 | – | – | 82 | 109 |
| N.M.C. PATNA | Female | EBC | 10374 | 13396 | – | – | 108 | 167 |
| N.M.C. PATNA | General | SC | 61985 | 90488 | – | – | 35 | 76 |
| N.M.C. PATNA | Female | SC | 81992 | 104058 | – | – | 61 | 101 |
| N.M.C. PATNA | General | ST | 38273 | 38273 | – | – | 3 | 3 |
| N.M.C. PATNA | Female | ST | 58641 | 58641 | – | – | 5 | 5 |
| N.M.C. PATNA | General | RCG | 11061 | 11565 | – | – | 79 | 84 |
| D.M.C. LAHERIASARAI | General | UR | 7638 | 10362 | 233 | 455 | – | – |
| D.M.C. LAHERIASARAI | Female | UR | 9907 | 12668 | 424 | 628 | – | – |
| D.M.C. LAHERIASARAI | General | EWS | 10602 | 11099 | – | – | 72 | 84 |
| D.M.C. LAHERIASARAI | General | BC | 10389 | 10689 | – | – | 162 | 173 |
| D.M.C. LAHERIASARAI | General | EBC | 10507 | 11811 | – | – | 110 | 129 |
| D.M.C. LAHERIASARAI | General | SC | 91296 | 106519 | – | – | 77 | 104 |
| D.M.C. LAHERIASARAI | General | ST | 64851 | 64851 | – | – | 6 | 6 |
| S.K.M.C. MUZAFFARPUR | General | UR | 9662 | 11917 | 401 | 567 | – | – |
| S.K.M.C. MUZAFFARPUR | Female | UR | 11308 | 14446 | 523 | 776 | – | – |
| S.K.M.C. MUZAFFARPUR | General | EWS | 11990 | 13890 | – | – | 92 | 119 |
| S.K.M.C. MUZAFFARPUR | General | BC | 12002 | 12598 | – | – | 208 | 222 |
| S.K.M.C. MUZAFFARPUR | General | EBC | 11928 | 15161 | – | – | 132 | 201 |
| S.K.M.C. MUZAFFARPUR | General | SC | 94641 | 120634 | – | – | 87 | 148 |
| S.K.M.C. MUZAFFARPUR | General | ST | 76589 | 76589 | – | – | 8 | 8 |
| J.L.N.M.C. BHAGALPUR | General | UR | 10805 | 11851 | 486 | 560 | – | – |
| J.L.N.M.C. BHAGALPUR | Female | UR | 10483 | 14513 | 463 | 785 | – | – |
| J.L.N.M.C. BHAGALPUR | General | EWS | 12247 | 14612 | – | – | 97 | 132 |
| J.L.N.M.C. BHAGALPUR | General | BC | 11924 | 12881 | – | – | 206 | 237 |
| J.L.N.M.C. BHAGALPUR | General | EBC | 12283 | 18640 | – | – | 139 | 268 |
| B.M.I.M.S, PAWAPURI NALANDA | General | UR | 9145 | 11687 | 356 | 547 | – | – |
| B.M.I.M.S, PAWAPURI NALANDA | Female | UR | 13645 | 13645 | 713 | 713 | – | – |
| B.M.I.M.S, PAWAPURI NALANDA | General | EWS | 14301 | 15568 | – | – | 123 | 147 |
| B.M.I.M.S, PAWAPURI NALANDA | General | BC | 12121 | 13737 | – | – | 211 | 260 |
| B.M.I.M.S, PAWAPURI NALANDA | General | EBC | 12254 | 20643 | – | – | 138 | 317 |
| A.N.M.M.C. GAYA | General | BC | 12837 | 15285 | – | – | 235 | 304 |
| A.N.M.M.C. GAYA | General | EWS | 13248 | 15018 | – | – | 110 | 143 |
| A.N.M.M.C. GAYA | General | EBC | 12856 | 20102 | – | – | 152 | 303 |
| A.N.M.M.C. GAYA | General | SC | 105506 | 127990 | – | – | 102 | 165 |
| G.M.C., BETTIAH | General | UR | 11360 | 11360 | 528 | 528 | – | – |
| G.M.C., BETTIAH | General | EWS | 15997 | 16867 | – | – | 152 | 162 |
| G.M.C., BETTIAH | General | BC | 14584 | 16610 | – | – | 290 | 350 |
| J.K.T.M.C.& H. MADHEPURA | General | UR | 11534 | 11534 | 534 | 534 | – | – |
| ESIC MC & H, BIHTA PATNA | General | UR | 10662 | 11812 | 479 | 556 | – | – |
| ESIC MC & H, BIHTA PATNA | Female | UR | 13305 | 14330 | 681 | 769 | – | – |
2. Government Dental College Round 1 Opening and Closing Ranks (BDS)
| Institute Name | Seat Type / Gender | Category | NEET AIR Opening Rank | NEET AIR Closing Rank | UR Opening Rank | UR Closing Rank | Category Opening Rank | Category Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P.D.C, PATNA | General | UR | 25931 | 35416 | 1741 | 2424 | – | – |
| P.D.C, PATNA | Female | UR | 30062 | 35580 | 2070 | 2433 | – | – |
| P.D.C, PATNA | General | EWS | 36632 | 37044 | – | – | 500 | 505 |
| P.D.C, PATNA | General | BC | 35592 | 35592 | – | – | 901 | 901 |
| P.D.C, PATNA | General | EBC | 36319 | 38102 | – | – | 647 | 682 |
| P.D.C, PATNA | General | SC | 154815 | 179172 | – | – | 244 | 314 |
Bihar Private Medical Colleges Round 1 Opening and Closing Ranks (MBBS and BDS)
The BCECEB UGMAC-2026 counselling conducts unified allotment for all private medical colleges and private dental institutes in Bihar. The official dataset for General Open Management seats, Minority Quotas (Muslim Minority and Sikh Minority), and NRI seats across private medical and dental institutions is detailed below:
1. Private Medical Colleges (MBBS) Official Opening and Closing Ranks
| Private Medical Institution Name | Seat Type / Quota Category | NEET AIR Opening Rank | NEET AIR Closing Rank | UR State Opening Rank | UR State Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MGMMC & LSK HOS, KISHANGANJ (Mata Gujri) | General UR Management | 37417 | 145895 | 2532 | 4614 |
| MGMMC & LSK HOS, KISHANGANJ | Sikh Minority Quota | 177384 | 433751 | 4962 | 7203 |
| MGMMC & LSK HOS, KISHANGANJ | NRI Quota | 332789 | 1186238 | 6442 | 10771 |
| K.M.C. KATIHAR (Katihar Medical College) | General UR Management | 47662 | 150666 | 2950 | 4662 |
| K.M.C. KATIHAR | Muslim Minority Quota | 152598 | 237429 | 4683 | 5588 |
| K.M.C. KATIHAR | NRI Quota | 536793 | 1154567 | 8002 | 10711 |
| LORD BUDHA KOSHI MC & H, SAHARSA | General UR Management | 71406 | 335871 | 3550 | 6469 |
| LORD BUDHA KOSHI MC & H, SAHARSA | NRI Quota | 801395 | 1116780 | 9614 | 10658 |
| N.M.C & H, SASARAM (Narayan Medical College) | General UR Management | 76120 | 281747 | 3627 | 6021 |
| N.M.C & H, SASARAM | NRI Quota | 677624 | 1165745 | 8912 | 10733 |
| RDJM MC & HOSPITAL, TURKI, MUZAFFARPUR | General UR Management | 97438 | 443265 | 4000 | 7299 |
| RDJM MC & HOSPITAL, TURKI, MUZAFFARPUR | NRI Quota | 758885 | 1001829 | 9370 | 10451 |
| NETAJI SUBHAS MEDICAL COLLEGE, BIHTA PATNA | General UR Management | 107968 | 495535 | 4141 | 7689 |
| NETAJI SUBHAS MEDICAL COLLEGE, BIHTA PATNA | NRI Quota | 775432 | 1045988 | 9477 | 10535 |
| BUDDHA HOSPITAL & RESEARCH INSTITUTE, GAYA | General UR Management | 132428 | 773574 | 4459 | 9465 |
| MADHUBANI MEDICAL COLLEGE, MADHUBANI | General UR Management | 155632 | 447206 | 4721 | 7322 |
| MADHUBANI MEDICAL COLLEGE, MADHUBANI | Muslim Minority Quota | 448363 | 608466 | 7336 | 8484 |
| MADHUBANI MEDICAL COLLEGE, MADHUBANI | NRI Quota | 933600 | 1024052 | 10192 | 10502 |
| SHRI NARAYAN MEDICAL INSTITUTE, SAHARSA | General UR Management | 173748 | 383233 | 4924 | 6845 |
| SHRI NARAYAN MEDICAL INSTITUTE, SAHARSA | NRI Quota | 854505 | 864989 | 9853 | 9893 |
| SHYAMLAL CHANDRASHEKHAR MC, KHAGARIA | General UR Management | 184412 | 692256 | 5041 | 8982 |
| SHYAMLAL CHANDRASHEKHAR MC, KHAGARIA | NRI Quota | 976585 | 976585 | 10371 | 10371 |
| HIMALAYA MEDICAL COLLEGE & HOSPITAL, PALIGANJ | General UR Management | 206877 | 572858 | 5284 | 8259 |
| HIMALAYA MEDICAL COLLEGE & HOSPITAL, PALIGANJ | NRI Quota | 900181 | 1167158 | 10050 | 10735 |
| SHRINIVAS EDUCATIONAL & RESEARCH INST, CHAPRA | General UR Management | 223698 | 703657 | 5466 | 9061 |
| SHRINIVAS EDUCATIONAL & RESEARCH INST, CHAPRA | NRI Quota | 1141931 | 1141931 | 10691 | 10691 |
| Mahabodhi Medical College and Hospital, Gaya | General UR Management | 338091 | 702619 | 6489 | 9051 |
| VIRAAT RAMAYAN INST OF MED SCIENCES, EAST CHAMPARAN | General UR Management | 465105 | 769324 | 7453 | 9433 |
2. Private Dental Colleges (BDS) Official Opening and Closing Ranks
| Private Dental College Name | Seat Type / Quota | NEET AIR Opening Rank | NEET AIR Closing Rank | UR State Opening Rank | UR State Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUDDHA INST. OF DENTAL SCIENCE & HOSPITAL, PATNA | General UR Management | 77875 | 655405 | 3670 | 8772 |
| SARJUG DENTAL COLLEGE & HOSPITAL, LAHERIASARAI | General UR Management | 148496 | 745998 | 4638 | 9297 |
| MITHILA MINORITY DENTAL COLLEGE & HOSPITAL, DARBHANGA | General UR Management | 255399 | 808969 | 5760 | 9640 |
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Physical Reporting and Mandatory Document Verification Procedure
Physical document verification is a critical phase of the Bihar NEET Round 1 Allotment 2026 process. All allotted candidates—regardless of whether they choose to Freeze their seat or opt for Upgradation—MUST physically report to the assigned Nodal Reporting Center specified in their allotment letter between August 27 and August 31, 2026.
Mandatory Document Checklist (Originals + 3 Sets of Self-Attested Photocopies)
Candidates must arrange their original documents in the exact order listed below before appearing before the Verification Committee:
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card: Original hall ticket issued by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
- NEET UG 2026 Scorecard / Rank Card: Showing subject-wise marks, total score, and All India Rank.
- Class 10 (Matriculation) Certificate, Marksheet, and Admit Card: Original documents verifying date of birth.
- Class 12 (Intermediate/10+2) Certificate, Marksheet, and Admit Card: Verifying qualifying marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.
- Bihar Permanent Domicile / Residential Certificate: Issued by the competent authority (CO/SDO/DM) establishing 85% Bihar state quota eligibility.
- Caste / Category Certificate: Applicable for BC, EBC, SC, ST, EWS, RCG, or DQ candidates issued by competent Bihar state authorities. Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate required for BC/EBC candidates.
- UGMAC 2026 Online Application Form (Part-A and Part-B): Printed copy of the finalized online application form.
- Provisional Seat Allotment Order: 3 printed copies of the allotment letter downloaded from bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
- Biometric Identification Form-1 (Check Slip and Verification Slip): Downloaded Check Slip filled in original ink.
- Passport-Size Photographs: Six recent passport-size colored photographs exactly matching the photograph uploaded on the NEET UG 2026 Admit Card.
- Government Photo Identity Card: Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, or PAN Card.
- Additional Institutional Certificates: Character Certificate from last attended school/college, College Leaving Certificate (CLC) / Transfer Certificate (TC), Migration Certificate, and Medical Fitness Certificate from a registered medical practitioner.
Willingness Rules and Upgradation Guidelines (Freeze vs Upgrade for Round 2)
One of the most frequent areas of confusion among candidates involves the Upgradation (Float) procedure. BCECEB enforces strict rules regarding seat retention and upgrade eligibility:
Scenario A: Candidate Selects FREEZE
If you select ‘FREEZE’, you accept the allotted seat as your final selection. Upon reporting to the Nodal Center, the verification officer checks your original documents. You must submit the full annual tuition fee and institutional charges to secure your admission. Your original documents will be retained by the college, and you will be issued a formal Admission Slip. You are not eligible to participate in Round 2 counselling.
Scenario B: Candidate Selects YES / UPGRADE
If you choose ‘UPGRADE’, you provisionally hold your Round 1 seat while expressing willingness to get a higher preference seat in Round 2. Crucial Rule: You MUST still physically report to the Nodal Reporting Center between August 27 and August 31 for document verification. If your documents are verified successfully, the committee will issue a ‘Verification Slip’ and retain your original documents. If a higher preference seat is allotted in Round 2, your Round 1 seat is automatically cancelled and transferred to another candidate. If no upgrade occurs in Round 2, your Round 1 seat remains intact and locked for admission.
WARNING: If an allotted candidate fails to physically report to the Nodal Center during the August 27–31 window, their Round 1 seat will be automatically CANCELLED, and they will be deemed INELIGIBLE for Round 2 allotment!
Private Medical College Fees and Refundable Security Deposit Rules
Candidates opting for private medical or dental colleges in Bihar through UGMAC 2026 must be fully aware of the financial obligations and security deposit policies set by the BCECEB:
| Category / Quota Type | Refundable Security Deposit | Tuition Fee Payment Window | Forfeiture Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Medical / Dental Colleges | Rs 10,000 (UR/EWS/BC/EBC) / Rs 5,000 (SC/ST) | At the time of admission at Nodal Center | Forfeited if candidate resigns after Round 2 choice locking |
| Private Medical Colleges (MBBS) | Rs 2,00,000 (Mandatory Online) | Within reporting window via Demand Draft / Bank Transfer | Forfeited if seat is joined and resigned after Round 2 deadline |
| Private Dental Colleges (BDS) | Rs 1,00,000 (Mandatory Online) | Within reporting window via Bank Transfer | Forfeited if seat is allocated and candidate fails to join in Round 2 |
The security deposit paid to BCECEB is adjusted against the first-year tuition fee upon successful admission. If a candidate does not get any seat in Round 1 and Round 2, the security deposit is refunded in full to the candidate’s bank account specified during UGMAC registration.
Strategic Decision Matrix for Bihar NEET Round 1 Candidates
Depending on your Round 1 outcome, here is the recommended action path:
1. Candidates Allotted 1st Choice College
Download your allotment letter, select FREEZE, collect all original documents and 3 sets of photocopies, report to the assigned Nodal Center before August 31, 2026, complete fee payment, and collect your formal admission receipt.
2. Candidates Allotted 2nd or Lower Choice College
Download your allotment letter, select UPGRADE (YES), report to the Nodal Center for document verification before August 31, obtain your verification slip, and monitor the BCECEB portal for Round 2 seat allotment publication.
3. Candidates Not Allotted Any Seat in Round 1
Do not panic. Analyze Round 1 cutoff ranks and opening-closing statistics. You do not need to report physically anywhere right now. Prepare your fresh choice filling list for Round 2. Explore backup admission options using the Explore Colleges in India Directory or consult expert medical academic advisors.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Regarding Bihar NEET Round 1 Allotment 2026
Q1: When was the Bihar NEET Round 1 Allotment 2026 result published?
Answer: The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) published the provisional Round 1 seat allotment result for UGMAC 2026 on August 25, 2026 online at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
Q2: What is the official website to download the Bihar UGMAC 2026 allotment letter?
Answer: The official web portal to download the seat allotment order, Part-A and Part-B forms, and check slips is bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
Q3: What are the physical document verification dates for Bihar NEET Round 1 Allotment 2026?
Answer: Physical document verification and reporting for Round 1 allotted candidates will take place from August 27, 2026 to August 31, 2026 (up to 05:00 PM) at assigned Nodal Reporting Centers.
Q4: Do I need to physically report to the Nodal Center if I opt for Upgradation (Float) for Round 2?
Answer: Yes, absolutely. Candidates who opt for Upgradation MUST physically report to their designated Nodal Reporting Center between August 27 and August 31 for document verification. Failure to report in person will cancel the allotted seat and forfeit Round 2 eligibility.
Q5: What credentials are required to download the Bihar NEET Round 1 seat allotment result?
Answer: Candidates require their UGMAC ID (Application Number) and Password / Date of Birth to log into the candidate portal and download their allotment order.
Q6: How many government MBBS seats are filled through Bihar UGMAC state quota counselling?
Answer: Approximately 1,392 MBBS seats across 10 government medical colleges (including PMCH, NMCH, IGIMS, DMCH, SKMCH, ANMMCH, JLNMCH, VIMS, JKTMCH, and ESIC Bihta) are filled under the 85% Bihar State Quota.
Q7: What is the security deposit required for private medical college counselling in Bihar?
Answer: A refundable security deposit of Rs 2,00,000 is required for Private Medical (MBBS) seats, while Rs 1,00,000 is required for Private Dental (BDS) seats, payable online via the BCECEB portal.
Q8: What happens if I do not download my allotment order before August 31, 2026?
Answer: The allotment portal download window closes on August 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM. Failing to download your allotment letter and complete reporting within the deadline leads to cancellation of the allotted seat.
Q9: Is the Bihar NEET Round 1 seat allotment result binding if I do not like the allotted college?
Answer: If you do not wish to keep the allotted college, you can opt for ‘Upgradation’ during allotment order download, report physically for document verification, and wait for Round 2 results. If you get a higher preference in Round 2, the Round 1 seat will automatically be released.
Q10: Which documents are mandatory for verification at the Nodal Center?
Answer: Mandatory original documents include NEET UG 2026 Admit Card, Scorecard, Class 10 and 12 Marksheets/Certificates, Bihar Domicile Certificate, Category/Caste Certificate (if applicable), UGMAC Part-A and Part-B form, Provisional Allotment Order, Biometric Check Slip, Photo ID proof, and 6 passport photographs.
Q11: Can non-domicile Bihar candidates get government MBBS seats in UGMAC 2026?
Answer: No. 85% State Quota seats in Bihar government medical colleges are strictly reserved for candidates holding valid Bihar permanent residence / domicile certificates. Non-domicile candidates can only apply for private medical college management quota seats.
Q12: Where can I get further guidance for medical college cutoffs and admission counselling?
Answer: For expert guidance and personalized state and national cutoff analysis, visit our All India College Predictor Hub or Book a Free Admission Counselling Session with our senior admission consultants.
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