Bihar NEET UG 2026 Round 3 Counselling: Application Opens 1 Oct

Bihar's UGMAC (Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling) board has opened Round 3 counselling for NEET UG 2026 candidates who did not participate in earlier rounds or did not submit their application and fees in time. This is your chance to apply for MBBS, BDS, and veterinary/fisheries courses in Bihar government and private colleges based on vacant seats left after Round 2 counselling (which ended 29 September 2026). Online registration and choice filling will start on 1 October 2026. If you qualified NEET UG 2026 and are not yet admitted to any medical college in India, you are eligible to apply in this round.

What is Round 3 Counselling and Who Should Apply

Round 3 is the third and final counselling round for NEET UG 2026 candidates seeking admission to MBBS, BDS, B.V.Sc. & A.H. (veterinary), and B.F.Sc. (fisheries) courses in Bihar. It is open to candidates who either did not register at all in earlier rounds, or registered but did not submit their online application with the required counselling fee and security deposit by the deadlines set in previous advertisements.

This round fills seats that remain vacant after Round 2 counselling (held 27–29 September 2026). These vacancies may arise because candidates did not accept their allotted seat, or because seats were not filled in earlier rounds. The board will upload an updated seat matrix showing exactly how many seats are available in each college and course before Round 3 registration opens.

You are eligible for Round 3 if you have a valid NEET UG 2026 score, have not been admitted to any medical or dental college in India so far, and meet the eligibility criteria set out in the UGMAC 2026 prospectus.

Important Dates for Round 3

The key date to remember is 1 October 2026 — this is when online registration and choice filling will begin. The notice does not specify an end date for Round 3 application submission, so you must check the board's website (bceceboard.bihar.gov.in) or the full prospectus for the exact closing date and time.

Round 2 counselling was held from 27 to 29 September 2026, and the updated seat matrix showing vacancies will be published before Round 3 opens. You must review this matrix before you register, so you know which colleges and courses have seats available.

• Round 3 online registration and choice filling starts: 1 October 2026
• Updated seat matrix available on: bceceboard.bihar.gov.in (check before applying)
• Round 2 counselling ended: 29 September 2026

Who is Eligible for Round 3 Counselling

To be eligible for Round 3, you must meet all of the following conditions:

First, you must have appeared in and qualified NEET UG 2026 — your NEET score will be used to rank you for seat allocation. Second, you must not have been admitted to any medical or dental college in India so far. This includes government and private colleges across all states. If you have already accepted a seat in any medical or dental college, you are not eligible for Round 3.

Third, you must not have submitted a valid application with the counselling fee and security deposit in any of the earlier UGMAC 2026 rounds (Rounds 1 and 2). If you did submit in an earlier round but were not allotted a seat, you may still be eligible — check the prospectus or contact the helpdesk to confirm.

The full eligibility criteria, including category-specific rules, age limits, and educational qualifications, are detailed in the UGMAC 2026 prospectus and Advertisement No. BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/09 dated 29 September 2026. You must read these documents carefully before applying.

• Qualified NEET UG 2026 with a valid score
• Not admitted to any medical/dental college in India
• Did not submit a valid application with fees in earlier UGMAC 2026 rounds
• Meet all criteria in the UGMAC 2026 prospectus

Courses Available in Round 3

Round 3 offers admission to multiple undergraduate medical and allied courses in Bihar government and private colleges. The courses available are:

MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) and BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) are the main courses. These are offered in government and private medical and dental colleges across Bihar. Additionally, B.V.Sc. & A.H. (Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry) and B.F.Sc. (Bachelor of Fisheries Science) are available in government veterinary and fisheries colleges only.

The exact number of seats available in each course and college is shown in the updated seat matrix. You must check this matrix on the board's website before you apply, so you know which colleges have vacancies in your preferred course.

• MBBS — in government and private medical colleges
• BDS — in government and private dental colleges
• B.V.Sc. & A.H. — in government veterinary colleges only
• B.F.Sc. — in government fisheries colleges only

Updated Seat Matrix — Check Before You Apply

Before you register for Round 3, you must check the updated seat matrix on the board's website at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. This matrix shows the exact number of vacant seats in each college, course, and category (General, OBC, SC, ST, etc.) after Round 2 counselling ended.

The seat matrix is critical because it tells you where seats are actually available. If a college or course shows zero vacancies, you cannot get a seat there in Round 3, no matter how high your NEET rank is. The board will update this matrix if any further vacancies arise due to resignations or other reasons, so check it again just before you submit your application.

Do not rely on old seat matrices from earlier rounds — the numbers will have changed. Always use the most recent version published on the board's website.

• Check the updated seat matrix at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in before registering
• The matrix shows vacancies in each college, course, and category
• The board will update the matrix if new vacancies arise
• Use only the latest version — do not rely on old matrices

How to Apply: Step-by-Step Process

Round 3 application is entirely online. You will register, fill in your details, submit your application, pay the counselling fee and security deposit, and then fill in your choice of colleges and courses — all on the board's website.

The process begins on 1 October 2026. You will log in to the UGMAC portal (bceceboard.bihar.gov.in), enter your NEET UG 2026 registration details, and create or access your account. You will then fill in your personal, educational, and category information. After that, you will pay the required counselling fee and security deposit online. Once payment is confirmed, you will be able to fill in your choice of colleges and courses in order of preference.

The notice does not specify the exact end date for Round 3 application submission. You must check the prospectus (Advertisement No. BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/09) or the board's website for the closing date and time. Do not wait until the last day — apply early to avoid technical issues or payment delays.

• Go to bceceboard.bihar.gov.in and log in with your NEET UG 2026 details
• Fill in your personal, educational, and category information
• Pay the counselling fee and security deposit online
• Fill in your choice of colleges and courses in order of preference
• Submit your application before the deadline
• Keep a copy of your application receipt for your records

Counselling Fee and Security Deposit

To participate in Round 3, you must pay a counselling fee and a security deposit. The exact amounts are not stated in this notice — they are detailed in the UGMAC 2026 prospectus and Advertisement No. BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/09 dated 29 September 2026. You must download and read these documents from the board's website to find out the exact fees.

Payment is made online during the application process. You will not be able to fill in your choices or participate in the counselling until payment is confirmed. Keep your payment receipt and application number safe — you will need them to track your status and for any future correspondence with the board.

• Counselling fee and security deposit amounts are in the UGMAC 2026 prospectus
• Payment is online only — no offline payment is accepted
• You cannot proceed without payment confirmation
• Keep your payment receipt and application number

Choice Filling: How to Rank Your Preferences

After you pay the fee, you will fill in your choice of colleges and courses. This is a critical step — your choices determine which seats you are eligible for. You can list multiple colleges and courses in order of preference. The counselling algorithm will then match your rank with available seats, starting from your first choice and moving down the list if your rank does not qualify for that seat.

You should list all colleges and courses you are willing to accept, ranked in the order you prefer them. For example, if you prefer MBBS in a government college over BDS in a private college, list the MBBS option first. The algorithm will try to give you the highest-ranked choice you qualify for.

After you submit your choices, you may be able to edit them — but check the prospectus for the exact deadline for editing. Once the editing window closes, your choices are locked and will be used for seat allocation.

• List all colleges and courses you are willing to accept
• Rank them in order of your preference
• The algorithm matches your rank to available seats starting from your first choice
• You may be able to edit your choices — check the prospectus for the deadline
• Once the editing window closes, your choices are locked

Documents and Information You Will Need

When you apply, you will need to provide your NEET UG 2026 registration number and other details. The exact list of documents required is in the UGMAC 2026 prospectus. Typically, you will need to upload or provide scans of your NEET admit card, 10th and 12th mark sheets, category certificate (if applicable), and other proof of eligibility.

Have all your documents ready before you start the application. Do not wait until the last moment to gather them — this can cause delays or errors. If you are applying under a reserved category (OBC, SC, ST, etc.), make sure your category certificate is valid and meets the board's requirements. The prospectus will specify the exact format and issuing authority for category certificates.

If you have any doubts about which documents are required or whether your documents are acceptable, contact the board's helpdesk at helpdesk.bceceboard@bihar.gov.in before you apply.

• NEET UG 2026 registration number and admit card
• 10th and 12th mark sheets or certificates
• Category certificate (if applying under OBC, SC, ST, etc.)
• Proof of eligibility as per the prospectus
• Have all documents ready before starting the application
• Contact helpdesk.bceceboard@bihar.gov.in if unsure about document requirements

Category Quotas and Seat Allocation

Seats in Bihar medical colleges are allocated across different categories: General, OBC (Other Backward Classes), SC (Scheduled Caste), and ST (Scheduled Tribe). The exact number of seats reserved for each category is shown in the updated seat matrix. Your category is determined by your category certificate, which you must provide during application.

If you belong to a reserved category, you will compete only with other candidates in that category for those reserved seats. For example, if you are SC, you will be ranked among all SC candidates, and seats will be allocated to the highest-ranked SC candidates first. Some seats may also be open to all categories (General seats), and you can compete for those as well if your rank qualifies.

Make sure your category certificate is valid, issued by the correct authority, and meets all the board's requirements. An invalid or incorrect category certificate can lead to your application being rejected or your seat being cancelled after admission. If you are unsure whether your certificate is acceptable, contact the helpdesk before applying.

• Seats are allocated across General, OBC, SC, and ST categories
• Check the updated seat matrix for the number of seats in each category
• You compete with candidates in your own category for reserved seats
• Category certificate must be valid and issued by the correct authority
• Invalid category certificates can lead to rejection or seat cancellation

Where to Find Full Details: Prospectus and Related Advertisements

This notice is a brief announcement of Round 3 opening. All the detailed rules, eligibility criteria, fee amounts, document requirements, and step-by-step instructions are in the UGMAC 2026 prospectus and related advertisements. You must read these documents carefully before applying.

The key documents are: (1) the UGMAC 2026 prospectus, and (2) Advertisement No. BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/09 dated 29 September 2026. Both are available on the board's website at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. Download them and read them in full. Do not rely only on this notice or on information from other sources.

If you have questions after reading the prospectus, contact the board's helpdesk at helpdesk.bceceboard@bihar.gov.in or visit the website.

• Download the UGMAC 2026 prospectus from bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
• Read Advertisement No. BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/09 dated 29 September 2026
• These documents contain all eligibility criteria, fees, and instructions
• Contact helpdesk.bceceboard@bihar.gov.in for questions
• Do not rely only on this notice — read the full prospectus

Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected

Many candidates lose their chance at admission because of preventable mistakes. Here are the most common ones:

First, not paying the counselling fee and security deposit on time. If you do not pay by the deadline, your application will not be processed, even if you filled in all your details. Payment must be made online during the application window.

Second, providing an invalid or expired category certificate. If you are applying under OBC, SC, or ST, your certificate must be issued by the correct authority and must be valid as per the board's rules. An invalid certificate will lead to rejection or cancellation of your seat after admission.

Third, not filling in your choices or submitting an incomplete application. You must list at least one college and course choice, and you must submit your application before the deadline. An incomplete or unsubmitted application will not be considered.

Fourth, applying even though you have already been admitted to another medical college in India. The board checks this, and if you are found to have applied while already admitted elsewhere, your application will be rejected.

Fifth, not checking the updated seat matrix before applying. If you apply for a college or course that has no vacant seats, you will not get a seat, even if your rank is high. Always check the matrix first.

• ⚠️ Not paying the counselling fee and security deposit on time
• ⚠️ Providing an invalid or expired category certificate
• ⚠️ Not filling in any choices or submitting an incomplete application
• ⚠️ Applying while already admitted to another medical college in India
• ⚠️ Not checking the updated seat matrix before applying
• ⚠️ Applying after the Round 3 deadline has passed

Frequently asked questions

Round 3 counselling for Bihar NEET UG 2026 opens on 1 October 2026. Before you apply, download and read the UGMAC 2026 prospectus and check the updated seat matrix on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in to see which colleges and courses have vacancies. Prepare all your documents, pay the counselling fee on time, fill in your choices carefully, and submit your application before the deadline. If you have any questions, contact the board's helpdesk at helpdesk.bceceboard@bihar.gov.in.