Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 is the centralized state admission system conducted by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) through the Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling (UGMAC 2026). Governing admissions to 85% State Quota seats in Government Medical & Dental Colleges and 100% seats in Private Medical & Dental Colleges across Bihar on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, this official live tracker is continuously updated with every government notice, UGMAC merit list, seat matrix, and reporting circular.
Latest status — verified on September 11, 2026: UGMAC Round 1 document verification at the BCECEB Board Office, Patna, and college reporting concluded on September 01, 2026. BCECEB is preparing to release the official Round 2 vacant seat matrix, free exit cutoff list, and choice locking schedule on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026: Quick Facts Overview
The table below summarizes the key conducting bodies, portals, seat categories, and administrative guidelines for Bihar undergraduate medical admissions:
| Parameter | Official Detail / Status |
|---|---|
| Counselling Authority | Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) |
| Counselling Scheme | Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling (UGMAC 2026) |
| Official Counselling Portal | bceceboard.bihar.gov.in |
| Courses Offered | MBBS, BDS, B.V.Sc & A.H. |
| Seat Quotas | 85% State Quota (Govt Colleges – Bihar Domicile Only), 100% Private College Seats (Open All India) |
| Document Verification Center | BCECE Board Office, IAS Association Building, Near Patna Airport, Patna |
| Current Lifecycle Stage | Round 1 Concluded (UGMAC Round 2 Vacancy Matrix & Schedule Awaited) |
| Last Verified Date | September 11, 2026 |
Source: Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB)
Official Circulars and Notification Log (Chronological Tracker)
All official notices, UGMAC merit ranks, and allotment circulars published by BCECEB are documented below with exact gazetted dates:
| Release Date | Official Notification Subject | Status / Exact Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| August 10 – 14, 2026 | UGMAC 2026 Online Registration & Choice Filling (Round 1 & 2) | Completed (Closed on August 14, 2026, 11:59 PM) |
| August 16, 2026 | UGMAC 2026 State Merit List & Rank Card Publication | Completed; Individual UGMAC Rank Cards released. |
| August 25, 2026 | UGMAC Round 1 Provisional Seat Allotment Result | Completed; Provisional allotment orders released. |
| August 27 – September 01, 2026 | Round 1 Document Verification & Admission at BCECEB Office, Patna | Completed; Joined candidates submitted original certificates. |
| September 2026 (Upcoming) | UGMAC 2026 Round 2 Vacant Seat Matrix & Allotment Schedule | Awaited; Expected to be uploaded on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. |
Source: BCECEB Official Circulars Notice Board
Master Schedule: Exact Round-by-Round Bihar UGMAC Timeline
The table below provides the full round-wise schedule for Bihar MBBS and BDS state counselling:
| Counselling Activity | UGMAC Round 1 (Exact Dates) | UGMAC Round 2 Schedule | Round 3 / Mop-Up |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Registration & Fee Payment | August 10 – August 14, 2026 (Completed) | To be announced | To be announced |
| UGMAC Merit List & Rank Card | August 16, 2026 (Completed) | Active (Reference Ranks) | To be announced |
| Online Choice Filling & Locking | August 10 – August 14, 2026 (Completed) | To be announced | To be announced |
| Provisional Seat Allotment Result | August 25, 2026 (Completed) | To be announced | To be announced |
| Document Verification & Admission (Patna) | August 27 – September 01, 2026 (Completed) | To be announced | To be announced |
Source: BCECEB UGMAC Information Brochure
Registration Fee and Security Deposit Matrix
- Non-Refundable Counselling / Registration Fee:
- Unreserved (UR) / EWS / BC / EBC Categories: ₹1,200
- SC / ST / DQ (Disabled Quota) Categories of Bihar Domicile: ₹600
- Refundable Security Deposit Amounts:
- Government Medical / Dental Colleges: ₹10,000 (₹5,000 for SC/ST/EBC/BC of Bihar)
- Private Medical Colleges (MBBS): ₹2,00,000
- Private Dental Colleges (BDS): ₹50,000
Bihar Domicile Rules vs. Open State Private College Policy
- 85% Government Medical College Seats (Strictly Domicile Restricted): Only permanent residents of Bihar or candidates whose parents are permanent residents / employees of the Bihar Government / Central Government posted in Bihar are eligible.
- 100% Private Medical College Seats (Open State Policy): Bihar is an open state for private medical institutions (e.g., Katihar Medical College, Mata Gujri Medical College, Lord Buddha Koshi Medical College, Madhubani Medical College, Radha Devi JMC, Netaji Subhas Medical College). Candidates from all states across India can apply on merit.
Government Service Bond Policy & Rural Service
- Bond Duration: 3 Years of mandatory rural healthcare service in government hospitals across Bihar upon completion of MBBS.
- Bond Penalty: ₹15,00,000 (Fifteen Lakhs) penalty for failing to serve the rural bond condition or resigning after the final admission cutoff.
Step-by-Step Bihar UGMAC Counselling Process
- Online Registration: Visit bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, click on “UGMAC 2026”, and register using your NEET Roll Number and email ID.
- Fee Payment & Security Deposit: Pay the non-refundable registration fee and security deposit online.
- Download UGMAC Rank Card: Check and download your Bihar State UGMAC Rank Card.
- Online Choice Filling & Locking: Add your preferred government and private colleges.
- Seat Allotment Order: Download the provisional seat allotment order indicating your verification reporting schedule.
- Document Verification at BCECEB Office, Patna: Appear with all original documents, biometric slips, and fee Demand Drafts at the BCECEB Office, IAS Association Building, Near Patna Airport, Patna, for document verification and admission confirmation.
Mandatory Document Checklist for Patna Verification
- NEET UG Admit Card & Scorecard
- UGMAC 2026 Online Application Form (Part-A and Part-B Printout)
- UGMAC Rank Card & Provisional Seat Allotment Order
- Class 10 Matriculation Certificate & Marksheet (DOB Proof)
- Class 12 Intermediate Certificate & Marksheet
- Residential / Domicile Certificate of Bihar (issued by Revenue Officer / SDO)
- Caste Certificate (BC, EBC, SC, ST, EWS) issued on Bihar State format
- Biometric Identification Form (Check Slip & Biometric Slip – 2 copies)
- College Tuition Fee Demand Draft in favor of the designated college/authority
- 6 Passport-size photographs matching NEET application
What This Means for Students: Practical Next Steps
- Round 2 Strategy: Evaluate private college fee structures and closing ranks using our All India College Predictor Hub.
- Personalized Admission Support: Explore detailed seat matrices and fee breakdowns in our Medical Admissions Hub or Book a Free Admission Counselling Session with our senior advisors.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the official website for Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026?
Answer: The official portal is bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, managed by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) under the UGMAC scheme.
Q2: When were Bihar UGMAC Round 1 document verifications held?
Answer: Physical document verification for Round 1 was conducted between August 27 and September 01, 2026, at the BCECEB Board Office, Patna.
Q3: Can outside-state candidates apply for private medical colleges in Bihar?
Answer: Yes, Bihar is an open state for private medical and dental colleges. Candidates from all states in India are eligible to apply on a merit basis.
Q4: Where does document verification take place for Bihar NEET counselling?
Answer: Physical document verification takes place at the BCECEB Board Office, IAS Association Building, Near Patna Airport, Patna.
Q5: What is the security deposit for private MBBS colleges in Bihar?
Answer: The refundable security deposit for private medical colleges in Bihar is ₹2,00,000, payable during the online choice filling process.
Q6: What is the bond penalty for government medical colleges in Bihar?
Answer: Government MBBS graduates in Bihar must complete 3 years of mandatory rural service, failing which a bond penalty of ₹15,00,000 is enforced.
Q7: What is the registration fee for Bihar UGMAC counselling?
Answer: The non-refundable registration fee is ₹1,200 for UR/EWS/BC/EBC candidates and ₹600 for SC/ST/DQ candidates of Bihar domicile.
Q8: When will the Bihar NEET UG Round 2 seat matrix be announced?
Answer: The UGMAC Round 2 vacant seat matrix and allotment dates will be published on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in following the conclusion of Round 1 admission formalities.
Sources Checked and Editorial Verification
- Bihar BCECEB UGMAC Official Portal (bceceboard.bihar.gov.in)
- Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) Official Website
Update Policy: This live tracker is revised immediately whenever BCECEB publishes a new circular, UGMAC merit list, seat matrix, or schedule revision.