The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has published the Round 1 seat matrix for its Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling (UGMAC) 2026 on its official portal, bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. This document tells NEET UG candidates how many MBBS and BDS seats are on offer in Bihar's government and private medical colleges before registration and choice-filling begin. For any aspirant hoping for a state-quota or private seat in Bihar, this is the first concrete number to work with this counselling cycle. It matters because seat count directly shapes how competitive each round will be, and because private colleges appear to have added seats this year compared to earlier cycles.
Before registering for UGMAC 2026, download the official Round 1 seat matrix PDF and check the exact college-wise seat break-up rather than relying on any single headline total, since the counselling admits on the basis of NEET UG 2026 score and Bihar domicile/category eligibility.
What the Round 1 seat matrix shows
BCECEB's Round 1 document, titled UGMAC26_SM_R1.pdf, lists seats separately for government and private colleges, and separately for MBBS and BDS courses. Admission through UGMAC 2026 covers MBBS, BDS, and BVSc programmes, and allotment is based on a candidate's NEET UG 2026 score converted into a state merit rank.
The published breakup shows government colleges offering 1,710 MBBS seats and 40 BDS seats, while private colleges are offering 2,450 MBBS seats and 200 BDS seats. Added together, that puts total MBBS seats at 4,160 and total BDS seats at 240, for a combined figure of 4,400 seats in this Round 1 matrix. A separate figure of 4,177 has also been cited for the total MBBS and BDS seats this cycle. Candidates should treat the government PDF as the final word and not rely on any single quoted total, since document updates and category-wise splits can change the headline number between releases.
- Government MBBS seats: 1,710
- Government BDS seats: 40
- Private MBBS seats: 2,450
- Private BDS seats: 200
- Combined MBBS + BDS seats in the Round 1 matrix: 4,160 + 240 = 4,400 (also cited elsewhere as ~4,177)
Government vs private seat split
Bihar's medical seat pool this year leans heavily on private colleges, which now account for a larger share of MBBS seats than government institutions. Private colleges have expanded their MBBS intake for the 2026 cycle, which is one reason the overall seat count has grown. Government seats remain fewer in number but are generally the most sought-after because of lower fees under the state quota.
The seat matrix PDF also flags reserved-category seats — for SC, ST, EWS, BC, and other applicable categories — separately for each college. Candidates should read this section carefully, because eligibility for a reserved seat depends on valid category certificates being submitted at the time of document verification.
| Seat Category | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| Government MBBS | 1,710 |
| Government BDS | 40 |
| Private MBBS | 2,450 |
| Private BDS | 200 |
| Total MBBS | 4,160 |
| Total BDS | 240 |
| Grand Total | 4,400 |
How UGMAC 2026 counselling is structured
UGMAC 2026 will run across three main rounds followed by a stray vacancy (mop-up) round to fill leftover seats. Round 1 covers registration, generation of the merit list, choice filling, and the first seat allotment. Any seats not filled in Round 1 carry forward to Round 2, and unfilled seats after that move to the mop-up round before admissions close for the year.
Since allotment is based on NEET UG 2026 score and state merit rank, candidates need to have their NEET scorecard, category certificate (if applicable), and a valid Bihar domicile certificate ready well before the reporting stage. Missing or incorrect documents at verification can cost a candidate their allotted seat.
- Round 1: registration → merit list → choice filling → seat allotment
- Round 2: fills seats vacated or left over after Round 1
- Mop-up round: last chance to fill remaining vacant seats before closure
What an aspirant should do right now
With the seat matrix out, the practical next step is to compare your NEET UG 2026 rank against last year's closing ranks for colleges you're interested in. This gives a realistic sense of which colleges are within reach and which are a stretch. Do this before registration opens, so you're not deciding your preference order in a rush.
Because private college seats form the larger share of this year's matrix, candidates should also research fee structures at private colleges of interest — these vary significantly and are not reflected in the seat matrix itself.
- Download UGMAC26_SM_R1.pdf from bceceboard.bihar.gov.in and read the full college-wise list
- Match your NEET UG 2026 rank against previous years' closing ranks for target colleges
- Keep NEET scorecard, category certificate, and Bihar domicile certificate ready
- Register within the notified window once it opens
- Prepare a clear, ranked preference list before choice filling begins
- Lock your choices only after reviewing them carefully — last-minute changes are risky
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Where can I download the Bihar UGMAC 2026 Round 1 seat matrix?
It is available on the official BCECEB portal, bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, as a PDF titled UGMAC26_SM_R1.pdf, linked from the homepage under the seat matrix section.
How many total MBBS and BDS seats are in this Round 1 matrix?
The category-wise breakup in the matrix adds up to 4,160 MBBS seats and 240 BDS seats (4,400 total). A separate combined figure of around 4,177 has also been referenced, so candidates should verify exact numbers directly from the official PDF for their college of interest.
Is UGMAC 2026 based only on NEET UG 2026 score?
Yes. Admission to MBBS, BDS, and BVSc seats through UGMAC 2026 is based on your NEET UG 2026 score converted into a Bihar state merit rank, along with category and domicile eligibility.
How many rounds does UGMAC 2026 counselling have?
There are three main rounds — Round 1, Round 2, and a further round — followed by a stray vacancy or mop-up round to fill any seats still vacant after the main rounds.
Do I need a Bihar domicile certificate to get a seat?
Yes, BCECEB requires a valid Bihar domicile certificate at the document verification/reporting stage for state quota seats, along with your NEET UG scorecard and category proof if applicable.
Are private college MBBS seats more numerous than government seats this year?
Based on the published matrix, yes — private colleges account for 2,450 MBBS seats compared to 1,710 in government colleges, reflecting an expansion in private MBBS intake for this cycle.
The Round 1 seat matrix is only the starting point — registration, the merit list, and the actual choice-filling window are yet to open, so keep checking bceceboard.bihar.gov.in for those dates. Use the time now to verify college-wise seat numbers directly from the official PDF and line up your NEET UG 2026 rank against past closing ranks before you finalise your preference list.
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