PATNA, BIHAR – The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has officially released the first round of seat allotment results for the NEET UG Medical Admission Counselling (UGMAC) 2026. Aspiring candidates for MBBS, BDS, and BVSc courses in Bihar can now access their allotment status on the board's official website, bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. This announcement marks a crucial stage for thousands of students seeking admission to various medical, dental, and veterinary colleges across the state for the academic year 2026.

The NEET UGMAC is the centralized counselling process conducted by BCECEB for admission to undergraduate medical and allied courses based on the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET UG) scores. The first round of allotment provides candidates with information regarding the institution and course they have been provisionally allocated. This initial phase of counselling is vital as it sets the stage for admissions into both government and private medical, dental, and veterinary colleges within Bihar.

Following the release of the allotment list, candidates are required to download their provisional allotment letters and complete the subsequent admission formalities. The BCECEB has specified a limited window for these procedures, emphasizing timely adherence to the schedule. Failure to complete the necessary steps within the stipulated dates may result in the forfeiture of the allocated seat.

Key Details for Candidates:

  • Result Availability: The Round 1 seat allotment results for UGMAC 2026 are accessible on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
  • Allotment Letter Download: Candidates can download their provisional allotment letters from September 13 to September 16, 2026.
  • Document Verification and Admission: The schedule for document verification and subsequent admission at the allotted institutions is set from September 14 to September 16, 2026.
  • Courses Covered: The allotment pertains to admissions into Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), and Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (BVSc & AH) programs.

Process for Checking Allotment Status:

  1. Visit the official BCECEB website: bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
  2. Navigate to the 'UGMAC 2026' section or the dedicated link for 'Download Provisional Allotment Order of UGMAC-2026 Round-1'.
  3. Log in using NEET UG roll number and password/date of birth.
  4. View and download the provisional allotment letter.

Candidates must meticulously review the details on their provisional allotment letter and gather all required documents for the verification process. This typically includes educational certificates, NEET UG admit card and scorecard, domicile certificate, category certificate (if applicable), and identity proof, among others. A comprehensive list of necessary documents is usually provided in the information brochure or on the BCECEB website.

The BCECEB will release details regarding subsequent rounds of counselling, including Round 2, at a later date. Candidates who did not secure a seat in the first round or wish to upgrade their allocated seat are advised to regularly monitor the official website for updates on the upcoming counselling schedule and procedures. The successful completion of this first round is a critical step towards filling the available seats in Bihar's medical, dental, and veterinary colleges for the 2026 academic session.