⚡ Direct Answer / Key Summary: Bihar NEET UG 2026 (UGMAC) Counselling
When does Bihar NEET UG 2026 (UGMAC) counselling registration start?
The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has officially announced the Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling (UGMAC 2026) schedule. Online registration and choice filling open on August 10, 2026 and close on August 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. Round 1 provisional seat allotment result will be declared on August 20, 2026.
- Conducting Body: Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB)
- Official Web Portal: bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
- Courses Offered: MBBS, BDS, B.V.Sc. & A.H., and B.F.Sc. in Govt & Private Bihar Colleges
- Key Requirement: NEET UG 2026 Qualification, Bihar Residential Certificate, UGMAC Rank Card.
BCECEB conducts four rounds of online counselling (Round 1, Round 2, Round 3 Mop-Up, and Stray Vacancy) for filling 85% State Quota seats in Government Medical/Dental Colleges and 100% seats in Private Medical/Dental Colleges across Bihar.
📅 Bihar NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Detailed Timetable
| Round 1 Activity |
Official Dates (2026) |
Action Portal |
| Seat Matrix Publication |
August 7, 2026 |
bceceboard.bihar.gov.in |
| Online Registration & Choice Filling Starts |
August 10, 2026 |
UGMAC 2026 Dashboard |
| Last Date for Registration & Fee Payment |
August 14, 2026 (11:59 PM) |
Online Payment Gateway |
| UGMAC 2026 Rank Card Release |
August 16, 2026 |
Candidate Login Download |
| Last Date for Choice Filling & Locking |
August 17, 2026 (11:59 PM) |
UGMAC Online Portal |
| Round 1 Provisional Seat Allotment Result |
August 20, 2026 |
BCECEB Result Portal |
| Download Allotment Order |
August 20 – August 27, 2026 |
UGMAC Account |
| Document Verification & Admission |
August 24 – August 27, 2026 |
Reporting Nodal Center |
📅 Bihar NEET UG 2026 Round 2 Schedule
| Round 2 Event |
Official Dates (2026) |
| Free Exit Resignation from Round 1 |
September 3 – September 4, 2026 |
| Round 2 Choice Filling Starts |
September 6, 2026 |
| Round 2 Choice Locking Deadline |
September 7, 2026 |
| Round 2 Seat Allotment Result |
September 11, 2026 |
| Round 2 Document Verification & Admission |
September 15 – September 18, 2026 |
⚠️ Note: Fresh registration will NOT be allowed for Round 2. Candidates wishing to participate in Round 1 or Round 2 MUST register between August 10 and August 14, 2026.
💰 Registration Fee & Refundable Security Deposit Structure
| College / Course Type |
Registration Fee (Non-Refundable) |
Security Deposit (Refundable - UR/EWS) |
Security Deposit (SC/ST/BC/EBC) |
| Govt Medical / Dental / Veterinary |
₹1,200 (₹600 SC/ST/DQ) |
₹10,000 |
₹5,000 |
| Private Medical Colleges |
₹1,200 (All categories) |
₹2,00,000 |
₹2,00,000 |
| Private Dental Colleges |
₹1,200 (All categories) |
₹50,000 |
₹50,000 |
📝 Step-by-Step Bihar UGMAC 2026 Online Application Process
- Visit bceceboard.bihar.gov.in and click on "Online Application Portal of UGMAC-2026".
- Enter NEET UG 2026 Roll Number, Candidate Name, and DOB to register. Verify via OTP sent to mobile & email.
- Log in using your generated UGMAC ID and fill in personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload passport photograph (same as NEET admit card), signature, and required certificates.
- Pay the non-refundable counselling fee and refundable security deposit online via Net Banking / Card / UPI.
- Fill college preferences priority-wise and lock your choices before August 17, 11:59 PM.
- Download and print UGMAC 2026 Confirmation Page (Part-A & Part-B) and locked Choice Slip.
📋 Essential Documents Checklist for Bihar Verification
- NEET UG 2026 Admit Card & Scorecard
- UGMAC 2026 Rank Card
- Class 10th & Class 12th Admit Card, Marksheet & Passing Certificate
- Bihar Residential Certificate (Permanent Resident Certificate)
- Caste / EWS Certificate (Issued by competent Bihar authority)
- 6 Passport Size Photographs (matching NEET admit card)
- Aadhaar Card or Photo Identity Proof
- Printed UGMAC 2026 Confirmation Page (Part-A and Part-B)
- Check Slip (Biometric Identification Form & Slip) downloaded from BCECEB
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the official website for Bihar NEET UG 2026 counselling?
The official portal for Bihar UGMAC 2026 counselling is bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
Q2: Can I register fresh for Bihar NEET Round 2 counselling?
No. BCECEB explicitly states that fresh registration will NOT be permitted for Round 2. All candidates must register during August 10 – August 14, 2026.
Q3: How much is the security deposit for Bihar Government Medical Colleges?
The security deposit for Government Medical/Dental colleges in Bihar is ₹10,000 for UR/EWS and ₹5,000 for SC/ST/BC/EBC candidates.