Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026: Rounds, Dates & Merit List

Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026: The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) starts seat allotment for NEET UG 2026 counselling expected to begin in July 2026 after Bihar NEET results are announced.
The BCECEB is responsible for conducting counselling for admission to MBBS and BDS courses in medical colleges in Bihar. Bihar NEET UG counselling process is expected to begin in July 2026, and The counselling registration deadline usually falls in the last week of July 2026. Bihar NEET 2026 MBBS seats are around 2,500+, and BDS seats are 315, provided for students. Students should apply online through the official website, bcece.bihar.gov.in 2026.
Candidates must be at least 17 years old in 2026, have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English, and meet Bihar’s residency criteria. The minimum qualifying marks are 50% for General, 40% for SC/ST/OBC, and 45% for PWD candidates, while the counselling fee is INR 1,200 for General/OBC and INR 600 for SC/ST/PWD. Seat allotment is based on NEET rank, preferences, reservations, and availability, and the entire process is conducted online via the BCECEB portal.

Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 Latest Updates

• On May 3 of 2026, the NEET UG Exam will take place, and it is likely that exam results will be made available in June of 2026. 
• The Bihar State NEET UG Counseling process is expected to take place after the exam score is available to determine eligibility for government and private medical colleges in the State of Bihar. 
• BCECEB will be administering the counseling session. Once BCECEB announces the official timetable for the Counseling process, candidates should complete all stages within the timing prescribed by BCECEB as soon as possible after the timetable becomes available. 

Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 Highlights

Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026

Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 is an online process for admission to MBBS and BDS courses in Bihar’s medical colleges. It is conducted by BCECEB under the UGMAC section. The NEET UG 2026 result is expected to be declared in June 2026. Counselling registration for Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 is expected to begin in July 2026.  Round 1 of counselling is likely to be conducted in August 2026, followed by Round 2 in September 2026. The Mop-up round may take place in October 2026, while the Stray Vacancy round is expected in November 2026. The process includes steps like registering online, paying the fee, selecting preferred colleges, getting seat allotment, and reporting for document verification. For the latest updates, students can visit the BCECEB website.

NEET Cutoff 2025 for MBBS Government Colleges

Note : The schedule mentioned is based on previous year trends and will be updated once officially released by BCECEB.

Bihar NEET UG Counselling Important Dates 2026

Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 Rounds

The Bihar NEET UG Counseling for the academic year 2026, assists students in gaining access to Medical Colleges. The Counselling Procedure consists of different stages. These stages include registration, filling of choices, allotment of seats, and reporting. The First Round of Counseling will take place in August 2026. The second round will happen in September 2026. The third round (“mop-up”) potentially will occur during September 2026, and Stray Vacancy Allocation is likely to be scheduled for November 2026. The timelines are below :

Read Also: MP NEET UG Counselling

Bihar NEET UG Counselling Round 1 Schedule

Bihar NEET Counselling round 1 seat allotment result is expected to be released in August 2026. Students can download the PDF result from the official website of BCECEB, Students must report to the verification centre with documents in August 2026.

Bihar NEET UG Counselling Round 2 Schedule

Bihar NEET UG counselling 2026 round 2, starting from the choice filling date, is  expected to be conducted in September 2026. Students can apply to the official website if they are eligible for this exam. Those holding on to their round 1 seats must verify their document. Students document verification is complete, admission will be confirmed.

Mop-up Round Schedule

Candidates who have participated in Round 1 and Round 2 can apply for the mop-up round, which is expected to be conducted in October 2026.

Stray Vacancy Round Counselling Schedule

Bihar NEET UG Counselling Eligibility Criteria

Before applying for Bihar NEET Counselling 2026, candidates must ensure they meet the prescribed eligibility criteria set by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB). These criteria are designed to confirm that applicants have the necessary academic qualifications, age, and residency status to participate in the counselling process for admission to MBBS/BDS courses in Bihar.

• Students must qualify for NEET UG 2026 with the required marks.
• They should be at least 17 years old.
• They must have passed Class 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.
• Minimum marks required: General: 50%, SC/ST/OBC: 40%, PWD: 45%
• Candidates’ parents should be Bihar residents, Bihar government employees, or Bihar refugees.
• NRI students can apply if their parents worked for or lived in Bihar.
• Students whose parents work in Bihar temporarily but can be transferred to Jharkhand are also eligible.

Bihar NEET UG Counselling Fees 

Bihar counselling 2026 fees for unreserved, EWS, BC, and EBC applicants are the non-refundable registration counselling fee is INR 1200, and for SC, ST, and DQ students is INR 600. This charge you can pay in online mode, like net banking, UPI, or a credit card. Students should pay a non-refundable private college registration counselling fee of INR 1200.

Bihar NEET UG Counselling Seat Matrix

The Bihar NEET UG Counselling seat matrix provides details about the total number of MBBS and BDS seats available in government and private colleges across Bihar. It helps candidates make informed decisions while selecting colleges during the counselling process.

As per the latest available data (2026), Bihar offers around 1,615 MBBS seats in government colleges and approximately 1,150 MBBS seats in private colleges. For BDS courses, there are about 140 seats in government colleges and 240 seats in private dental colleges.

The seat distribution is carried out according to the state reservation policy, which includes categories such as General, SC, ST, EBC, OBC, EWS, and PwD. In government colleges, 15% of seats are reserved under the All India Quota, while 85% fall under the State Quota. Private colleges primarily offer seats under the State Quota.

Before each counselling round, the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) releases the official seat matrix. Candidates are advised to review it carefully to improve their chances of securing admission.

Bihar has several reputed medical colleges offering MBBS courses. While government colleges have lower and regulated fees, private colleges offer a larger number of seats. Below is a detailed table showing the seat matrix and fee structure of medical colleges in Bihar.

Bihar Private Medical College Seat Matrix

Bihar Government Medical College Fee Structure

How to Register for Bihar NEET UG Counselling

Before registering for Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026, candidates should ensure they have qualified for NEET UG 2026 and have all necessary documents ready, including their NEET roll number, scorecard, and personal details. Registration is the first crucial step to participate in the counselling and secure a medical or dental seat in Bihar.

Step 1: Visit the official website  https://bceceboard.bihar.gov.in/ and complete the registration.

Step 2: Enter personal details, NEET roll number, and academic information to create a login ID and password.

Step 3: Pay online via net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI. Fee: ₹1200 (General/OBC), ₹600 (SC/ST/PwD).

Step 4: Choose preferred medical/dental colleges and lock selections before the deadline.

Step 5: BCECEB announces seat allotment based on NEET rank, choices, and category reservation.

Step 6: If allotted a seat, download the provisional seat allotment letter and pay the admission fee.

Step 7: Visit the allotted institute with original documents and photocopies for verification.

Step 8: Join the allocated college before the deadline to avoid seat cancellation.

Bihar NEET UG Counselling Process

As per the Bihar NEET UG Counselling Process for the year 2026, the counselling process will commence after the announcement of the NEET UG results which are expected to be released around June 2026 by the BCECE Board through UGMAC (Undergraduate Medical and Dental Admission Counselling) and will be conducted online until November 2026, where multiple rounds of counselling will take place in order to fill 85% of the seats at the medical/dental colleges of the state of Bihar that fall under the State quota.

In order for a candidate to participate in round 1 of the counselling process, they must register with their NEET registration details on the BCECE portal and submit the required documents. Once registered, the state merit list will be generated and will show all candidates who are eligible for the counselling process, allowing them to select the college/course of their choice on the BCECE portal and lock the college/course choice in.

Seat allocation for candidates will be determined based on their NEET Score, selected college/course, and seat availability by college/course for the candidate that selected that specific college/course.

When candidates are issued seats, they must report to the assigned colleges to confirm their admission by paying the required tuition/fee and validating their documents.

Document Required for Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026

• NEET 2026 Admit Card and Scorecard
• Class 10th and 12th Mark Sheets and Certificates
• Domicile/Residential Certificate
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Character Certificate
• Allotment Letter (after seat allotment)
• Aadhaar Card copy
• PwD Certificate

Bihar NEET UG Counselling Result

Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 is expected updates for 2026 in July 2026*, and after the NEET UG 2026 results are announced in June 2026. The document verification process for Round 1 is likely to be conducted in July 2026, and the choice filling process for Round 2 is expected to take place in September 2026, followed by the seat allotment result in September 2026. Candidates who are allotted seats must report to their respective colleges for admission and document verification within the given schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.1 Who is eligible to participate in Bihar NEET UG Counselling?

Ans. Bihar NEET UG counselling is eligible for students who qualified the neet exam and must be residents of Bihar for the state quota seat (85%), you have completed 12th grade from Bihar for AIQ seat (15%). Students register on the official website BCECEB for state quota seats and follow the application process.

Q.2 How do I register and fill choices for Bihar NEET UG Counselling?

Ans. Students can register for Bihar NEET UG Counselling, visit the official Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECE) website. Students must register on the official website, submit the counselling fee, and complete document verification. Students who receive login credentials can choose a college and a course according to their marks.

Q.3 When will the merit list and seat allotment results be declared?

Ans. The Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 merit list is expected to be released in July 2026. The Round 1 seat allotment result is likely to be published in August 2026, followed by Round 2 in September 2026. The counselling process is conducted in multiple rounds, and candidates can participate through the official BCECEB website.

Q.4 What documents are required during Bihar NEET UG Counselling reporting?

Ans. Bihar NEET UG counselling requires documents to carry your NEET UG admit card, rank letter, class 10 and 12 mark sheet and certificates, provisional allotment letter, valid ID Proof, several passport-size photographs, and applicable caste, domicile, or disability certificates. Students carry original certificates for verification and complete the reporting process at your allotted college.

Q.5 Can I upgrade my allotted seat in subsequent rounds of counselling?

Ans. Yes, students can upgrade their allotted seat to a higher preference in later rounds if they choose the “Float” option, after the mop-up round, students can not upgrade seats.

Read More

• MP NEET UG Counselling 
• Gujarat NEET UG Counselling
• NEET PG Counselling
• UP NEET UG Counselling 
• Maharashtra NEET UG Counselling 
• Rajasthan NEET UG Counselling
• MCC NEET UG Counselling