01Key Components of the Bihar NEET UG Counselling for 2026

State Quota Seats: 85% of government seats reserved for Bihar residents.

Several Rounds: Typically 3-4 rounds plus a mop-up round if required.

Online Process: Registration, choice filling and seat allotment are entirely online.

Paper Verification: Verification occurs both online and on-campus.

02Eligibility Criteria for Bihar MBBS NEET UG Counselling 2026

Before you begin the Registration Process you will need to ensure that you have met all requirements to be eligible for the Counselling process.

Criteria for Admission

To be eligible to apply for registration please ensure you meet these basic requirements..

Government Colleges

• Have a valid NEET 2026 score
• Have a current Bihar Domicile Certificate if applying for state quota
• Minimum 17 years of age 
• Upper age limit is 25 years old (30 years for SC/ST candidates)

Complete O’ Level (or equivalent) with passed or failed in at least Physics, Chemistry, Biology & Maths.

Private Colleges

• Must have a NEET 2026 Scorecard
• No domicile restrictions
• Same age requirements as Government Colleges.

03Step-By-Step Process for  Bihar MBBS Counselling 2026

1) Register on the official BCECEB site by entering your NEET roll number and any other credentials necessary to register. 

2) Upload the documents as required from those listed in the document verification section, including:

• NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard
• 10th and 12th grade mark sheets and certificate 
• Bihar domicile certificate, if the applicant is applying through the state quota.
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Identity proof, this should include Aadhar card
• Passport size photographs
• PwD certificate (if applicable)

3) Fill out the choice positions for college. Advice is as follows:

• Make sure to fill out as many choices as you can.
• It would be sensible to list Government Colleges ahead of other colleges.
• Research each college into which you are planning to apply before completing the choice position.
• Take into account location of the college, facilities available through the college and reputation of the college. Be sure to lock in your choices by the end of the date given.

4) Check to see if your allotment results were declared according to your NEET rank and according to your location choice. You will do this through the official BCECEB portal. Once you know your allotment please download the allotment letter.

5) You must report to your allotted college within the designated time frame by taking with you all original documents, mandatorily paying any admission fees, and completing any required medical examinations before submitting the required documents and bonds (if applicable).

04Required Documents for Bihar MBBS counselling 2026

Have in hand original and photocopy of the following required documents:

Essential Documents: 

• NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard
• Class 10 Certificate (for evidence of age)
• Class 12 Marksheet and Certificate of Completion
• Domicile of Bihar
• Certificate of Category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
• EWS Income Certificate
• Certificate of Disabled Person (if applicable)
• Identity Documents (Aadhar/PAN/Passport/Driving License)
• 10-12 Passport Size Photos
• Migration Certificate (from another Board)
• Transfer Certificate.

05Bihar Government College Cut-Offs 2026

The MBBS government seat cut-offs for Bihar represent the minimum NEET scores required for admission across various reservation categories. These cut-offs vary significantly based on category (BC, EBC, EWS, SC, ST, DQ, RCG, UR) and seat type (General and Female seats). The data reflects the competitive nature of medical admissions in Bihar’s government colleges, with marks ranging from 238 to 547 and corresponding ranks spanning from approximately 19,000 to 647,766. Understanding these cut-offs is crucial for aspiring medical students to assess their admission prospects and make informed decisions during the counseling process.

06Bihar Private College Cut-Offs 2026

The MBBS private seat cut-offs for Bihar outline the minimum NEET scores required for admission to private medical colleges across different quota categories. These cut-offs include Management (MM), NRI, State Merit (SM), and Unreserved (UR) seats, with marks ranging from 114 to 320 and ranks varying from approximately 391,662 to 1,313,547. Private college admissions generally have lower cut-offs compared to government seats, offering opportunities to candidates across a broader score range. These figures serve as essential benchmarks for students planning to pursue MBBS through private institutions in Bihar during the counseling process.

07Bihar Government Medical College 2026 – Seats & Fees

Bihar offers diverse MBBS admission opportunities through 13 government and 12 private medical colleges. Government institutions provide affordable medical education with annual fees ranging from ₹5,856 at AIIMS Patna to ₹130,000 at ESIC Medical College, offering a total of 1,575 seats. In contrast, private colleges charge significantly higher fees, ranging from ₹963,000 to ₹1,725,000 annually, with a combined capacity of 1,800 seats distributed across Management, NRI, and Minority quotas. This comprehensive fee structure helps aspiring doctors make informed decisions based on their financial capacity and admission preferences.

08Bihar Private Medical College 2026 – Seats & Fees

Bihar’s 12 private medical colleges offer 1,800 MBBS seats with varying fee structures and quota distributions. Annual tuition fees range from ₹963,000 at Mata Gujri Memorial Medical College, Kishanganj to ₹1,725,000 at MahaBodhi Medical College, Gaya. These institutions allocate seats across different categories including NRI, Minority, and Management quotas, providing multiple pathways for admission. College capacities vary from 50 seats at Virat Ramayan Institute to 250 seats at Madhubani Medical College and Narayan Medical College. Understanding these fee structures and seat distributions helps students evaluate their options for pursuing MBBS in Bihar’s private sector.

09Bihar MBBS Counselling 2026 (Tentative) Key Dates

Official dates will be published on the BCECEB website; the following timeline is an estimate.

10Frequently Asked Questions