The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has announced the provisional seat allotment results for the first round of the Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling (UGMAC) 2026. This round allocated 3,574 MBBS seats and 221 BDS seats to eligible candidates who qualified the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) UG 2026 and participated in Bihar’s counselling process.
Candidates who have been allotted seats can download their allotment orders from August 25 to August 31, 2026, and must complete document verification and admission formalities between August 27 and August 31, 2026.
Understanding Bihar NEET UG Counselling and Seat Allotment
Bihar’s UGMAC is the state-level counselling process that allocates medical and dental seats to NEET-qualified candidates based on their merit and preferences. The counselling covers admissions not only to MBBS and BDS courses but also to other professional programs such as Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) and Bachelor of Fisheries Science (B.F.Sc.) in government and private institutions across Bihar.
The counselling is conducted in multiple rounds, with the first round being crucial as it distributes the majority of available seats. Candidates must participate in the counselling by registering and submitting their choices to be considered for seat allotment.
Key Facts from Bihar NEET UG 2026 Round 1 Allotment
- A total of 3,574 MBBS seats were allotted in the first round.
- 221 BDS seats were allotted to eligible candidates.
- For the Unreserved (UR) category, the closing rank for MBBS was 10,771.
- The closing rank for BDS in the UR category was 9,884.
- Seat allotment results are available on the official BCECEB website.
- Candidates must download their allotment letters between August 25 and 31, 2026.
- Document verification and admission must be completed by August 31, 2026.
Why This Seat Allotment Matters for Bihar NEET Candidates
This first round of seat allotment is a critical step for NEET UG 2026 candidates aiming to secure admission in Bihar’s medical and dental colleges. The closing ranks indicate the level of competition and provide insight into the chances of admission for different categories. Candidates who receive allotments must act promptly to confirm their seats by completing the required formalities within the stipulated timeline.
The counselling process also reflects the state’s efforts to streamline medical admissions and ensure transparency. With thousands of seats allocated in this round, many students can move forward with their medical education plans. Those who do not get a seat in this round can look forward to subsequent rounds of counselling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where can candidates check their Bihar NEET UG 2026 seat allotment results?
A: The provisional seat allotment results for Bihar NEET UG 2026 round 1 are available on the official BCECEB website under the UGMAC-2026 section.
Q: What are the important dates for downloading allotment letters and completing admission?
A: Candidates can download their allotment letters from August 25 to 31, 2026. Document verification and admission must be completed between August 27 and August 31, 2026.
Q: How many MBBS and BDS seats were allotted in the first round?
A: In the first round of Bihar NEET UG 2026 counselling, 3,574 MBBS seats and 221 BDS seats were allotted to eligible candidates.
