Last updated: 10 August 2026, based on BCECEB Advertisement No. BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/01 dated 07.08.2026
UGMAC 2026, Bihar’s NEET-based medical counselling for MBBS and BDS seats, including at NMCH Patna, is now live. Registration opened 10 August 2026. Here’s the confirmed schedule so far, and what’s still unconfirmed.
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Confirmed Schedule So Far
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Seat matrix released | 7 August 2026 |
| Registration, application, choice filling opens (Round 1 & 2) | 10 August 2026 |
| Last date for registration & fee payment | 14 August 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Rank card publication | 16 August 2026 |
| Last date for choice filling & locking | 17 August 2026, 11:59 PM |
What’s Happening Right Now
- NEET UG 2026 required a re-exam on 21 June 2026 after the original May exam was cancelled; NTA declared results on 16 July 2026.
- Roughly 2,582 MBBS seats and 315 BDS seats are expected this session (final matrix to be confirmed by BCECEB).
- Registration and choice filling for both Round 1 and Round 2 opened together on 10 August, an unusually compressed timeline compared to some previous years.
- 85% of seats go through this State Quota process (UGMAC); the remaining 15% All India Quota is handled separately by MCC, on its own schedule.
Application Fee & Security Deposit
Reported fee structure varies by category and college type. One detail multiple sources agree on: any combination that includes a private college is charged a flat ₹1,200 for all categories, including SC/ST/DQ, who don’t get a reduced rate in that case. The application fee is non-refundable regardless of outcome. The security deposit is refundable, but can be forfeited if you’re allotted a seat and don’t report or complete admission.
Exact fee amounts for government-college-only combinations weren’t consistently confirmed across sources at the time of writing, check the official fee structure on the portal before paying.
Quick Eligibility Recap
- Bihar domicile mandatory for the State Quota route.
- At least 17 years old as of 31 December 2026.
- Class 12 with PCB, minimum 50% aggregate (General/EWS) or 40% (SC/ST/BC/EBC).
- 5% horizontal reservation for PwD (DQ) candidates; 3% additional reservation for girl candidates from reserved categories.
For the full step-by-step process, document checklist, and choice-filling strategy, see the complete UGMAC counselling guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is UGMAC 2026 registration open right now?
Yes. Registration, application submission, and choice filling for Round 1 and Round 2 opened on 10 August 2026, and registration closes 14 August 2026 at 11:59 PM.
When is the last date to lock my choices?
17 August 2026, 11:59 PM, per the official schedule (BCECEB Advertisement No. UGMAC-2026/01).
Is this the same as BCECE counselling?
No. BCECE is a separate process for Engineering, Pharmacy, and Agriculture. UGMAC is the distinct, NEET-based process for MBBS and BDS admissions, run by the same board (BCECEB) but on its own schedule.
How many MBBS and BDS seats are available this year?
Roughly 2,582 MBBS and 315 BDS seats are expected, though the final confirmed matrix should be checked directly on the official portal.
When are Round 2 and later rounds?
Not confidently confirmed as of this writing, sources disagree. Check bceceboard.bihar.gov.in for the official Round 2 onward schedule rather than relying on any estimate.
