The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has opened the Stray Vacancy Round of UGMAC 2026, the final admission window for medical and dental seats in the state. Registration and choice filling began on October 19, 2026, at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. This round fills seats that remained empty after earlier counselling phases across MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS and BUMS programmes in state colleges. For NEET aspirants who missed earlier allotments or did not join their assigned seats, this is the last opportunity to secure a medical seat for the 2026 academic year in Bihar.
The Stray Vacancy Round is your final chance to get a medical or dental seat in Bihar this year—register by the deadline with your NEET scorecard, domicile certificate, and counselling fee.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is the Stray Vacancy Round and who can apply?
The Stray Vacancy Round is the concluding phase of UGMAC 2026 counselling. It exists to fill seats that went unoccupied after the main and subsequent counselling rounds. Once this round closes, any remaining vacant seats are not filled during the 2026 admission cycle.
You are eligible to apply if you are registered with BCECEB for UGMAC 2026, hold a valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard, possess a Bihar domicile certificate, and fall into one of these categories: you did not receive a seat in earlier rounds, you were allotted a seat but chose not to join, or you meet any other eligibility criteria set by the board. Fresh candidates may be permitted only if the official notice explicitly allows it.
- Registered UGMAC 2026 candidates
- Candidates unallotted in previous rounds
- Candidates allotted but did not join (subject to board rules)
- Fresh candidates (if permitted by official notice)
Registration and choice-filling timeline for October 2026
Online registration and choice filling opened on October 19, 2026. The board issued two official advisories (numbered BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/14 and BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/15, both dated October 18, 2026) that contain the complete schedule, procedure, and deadlines. You must download and read both notices from bceceboard.bihar.gov.in before starting your application, as they specify the exact end dates for registration, choice locking, and seat allotment.
The window for this round is short, so delay increases your risk of missing the deadline. Keep your documents, payment details, and login credentials ready before you begin registration on the portal.
- Registration start: October 19, 2026
- Official portal: bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
- Check both advisory notices for exact end dates
- Choice locking and allotment dates in official PDF
Step-by-step registration process on the BCECEB portal
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Registration is entirely online and must be completed through the official BCECEB website. Start by visiting bceceboard.bihar.gov.in and locating the UGMAC 2026 Stray Vacancy Round registration link. Log in using your UGMAC user ID and password (the same credentials you used for earlier rounds).
Fill the online application form carefully, verifying every detail before submission. You will then pay the counselling fee and a refundable security deposit online. After payment, proceed to choice filling: select your preferred colleges and courses in order of preference, then lock your choices. Finally, download your confirmation page and print it for your records. Keep this printout safe until the entire counselling process concludes.
- Visit bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
- Click the Stray Vacancy Round registration link
- Log in with your UGMAC user ID and password
- Fill and verify the application form
- Pay counselling fee and security deposit online
- Fill and lock your college and course choices
- Download and print your confirmation page
Counselling fees and security deposit structure for 2026
The fee structure for UGMAC 2026 applies to the Stray Vacancy Round as well. You must pay a non-refundable counselling fee and a refundable security deposit at the time of registration. The amounts vary depending on whether you are applying for government or private colleges, and whether you belong to a reserved category.
The security deposit is refunded after the counselling process ends, regardless of whether you receive an allotment or join a seat. However, the counselling fee is non-refundable. Ensure you have sufficient funds available before starting registration.
| Fee Component | General and OBC | SC, ST and PwD |
|---|---|---|
| Counselling Fee (Government College) | ₹1,200 | ₹600 |
| Counselling Fee (Private College) | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| Security Deposit (Private Medical) | ₹2,00,000 | ₹2,00,000 |
| Security Deposit (Private Dental) | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 |
| Security Deposit (Government Medical) | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 |
Documents you must prepare and upload
Prepare scanned copies of all required documents before you begin registration. These will be uploaded during the online application process. Original documents will be verified when you report to your allotted college, so keep them safe.
Essential documents include your NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard, Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and certificates, a Bihar domicile certificate issued by the competent authority, and your Aadhaar card. If you belong to a reserved category (SC, ST, OBC, or EBC), you must also upload your category certificate. If you are a person with disability (PwD), upload your PwD certificate. Include a recent passport-size photograph as well.
- NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard
- Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and certificates
- Bihar domicile certificate
- Category certificate (SC, ST, OBC, EBC if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card
- Recent passport-size photograph
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Courses available in the Stray Vacancy Round
The Stray Vacancy Round covers unfilled seats across five medical and allied health programmes: MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery), BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery), BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery), and BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery). Seats are available in both government and private colleges participating in UGMAC 2026.
The exact number and location of vacant seats will be displayed in the seat matrix, which the board will release on its website in the coming days. Check the live seat matrix to understand which colleges have openings in your preferred course before you fill your choices.
- MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)
- BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
- BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery)
- BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery)
- BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery)
Why this is your final opportunity in the 2026 cycle
The Stray Vacancy Round is the last admission window for NEET UG 2026 in Bihar. Any seats that remain unfilled after this round will not be allocated during the current academic year. If you miss this deadline, you will not have another chance to secure a state medical seat through UGMAC 2026.
This round is particularly important for candidates who were unallotted in earlier phases or who did not join their assigned seats. It represents a second chance to enter a medical or dental college. Skipping registration means losing your opportunity entirely for 2026.
- Last admission round for UGMAC 2026
- Unfilled seats after this round remain vacant for the year
- No further counselling rounds will be held
- Missing the deadline means no state medical seat for 2026
What to watch for in the coming days
After you register and lock your choices, the board will release the provisional allotment result. Monitor bceceboard.bihar.gov.in regularly for the seat matrix (showing available seats by college and course), the provisional allotment result (showing which seat you have been assigned, if any), and the final reporting schedule (the date and time by which you must report to your allotted college with original documents).
If you are allotted a seat, you must report on time with all original documents. Failure to report by the deadline may result in forfeiture of your seat and cancellation of your admission.
- Stray Round seat matrix (available seats by college and course)
- Provisional allotment result (your assigned seat, if any)
- Final reporting schedule and deadline
- College-wise reporting instructions
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
What is the Stray Vacancy Round in UGMAC 2026?
The Stray Vacancy Round is the final counselling phase of UGMAC 2026. It fills seats in MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS programmes that remained empty after earlier counselling rounds. Once this round closes, any remaining vacant seats are not filled during the 2026 academic year.
When does registration for the Stray Vacancy Round open and close?
Registration opened on October 19, 2026. The exact closing date for registration, choice locking, and seat allotment is specified in the two official advisories (BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/14 and BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/15) available on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. You must check these notices immediately to confirm all deadlines.
Who is eligible to apply for the Stray Vacancy Round?
You are eligible if you are registered with BCECEB for UGMAC 2026, hold a valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard, possess a Bihar domicile certificate, and either did not receive a seat in earlier rounds, were allotted a seat but did not join, or meet other eligibility criteria set by the board. Fresh candidates may be allowed only if the official notice permits it.
How much will I have to pay for registration and counselling?
You must pay a non-refundable counselling fee and a refundable security deposit. For government colleges, the counselling fee is ₹1,200 (or ₹600 for SC/ST/PwD). For private colleges, it is ₹1,200 for all categories. Security deposits range from ₹5,000 to ₹2,00,000 depending on the college type and your category. The security deposit is refunded after counselling ends.
What documents do I need to upload during registration?
Upload scanned copies of your NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard, Class 10 and 12 marksheets and certificates, Bihar domicile certificate, Aadhaar card, and a recent passport-size photograph. If you belong to a reserved category, also upload your category certificate. If you are PwD, upload your PwD certificate. Original documents will be verified when you report to your allotted college.
Is this my last chance to get a medical seat in Bihar for 2026?
Yes. The Stray Vacancy Round is the final admission phase for UGMAC 2026. Any seats that remain unfilled after this round will not be allocated during the 2026 academic year. If you miss this deadline, you will not have another opportunity to secure a state medical seat through UGMAC 2026.
How do I register on the BCECEB portal?
Visit bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, click the UGMAC 2026 Stray Vacancy Round registration link, log in with your UGMAC user ID and password, fill the application form carefully, pay the counselling fee and security deposit online, fill and lock your college and course choices, and download your confirmation page. Keep the printout for your records.
What should I do after I lock my choices?
After locking your choices, monitor bceceboard.bihar.gov.in for the provisional allotment result. If you are allotted a seat, note the reporting date and deadline. Collect all your original documents and report to your allotted college on time. Failure to report by the deadline may result in forfeiture of your seat.
Register immediately on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in using your UGMAC credentials and NEET scorecard. Read both official advisories carefully to confirm all deadlines, arrange your counselling fee and security deposit, and prepare all required documents. This is your final opportunity to secure a medical or dental seat in Bihar for 2026.
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