Bihar UGMAC Round 3 Cutoff 2026: MBBS/BDS Ranks & Reporting Dates

The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has released the opening and closing ranks for Round 3 of the Undergraduate Medical Admission Counselling (UGMAC) 2026 on October 14, 2026. This round offers 618 MBBS and 23 BDS vacant seats across government medical and dental colleges in Bihar. Candidates who have been allotted a seat must complete document verification between October 16 and 17 at their assigned college. This is a critical stage in the Bihar NEET-UG admission process, and missing the reporting window will result in seat cancellation.

What Happened: Round 3 Cutoff Release and Seat Availability

BCECEB released the provisional seat allotment result and cutoff ranks on October 14, 2026. The Round 3 cutoff lists the opening and closing ranks for each government medical, dental, and veterinary college participating in Bihar's state counselling. These ranks determine which candidates are eligible for each college and course.

Round 3 made available 618 MBBS seats and 23 BDS seats across Bihar's government institutions. These vacant seats came from candidates who did not report in Rounds 1 and 2, upgraded their choices, or resigned from their allotted seats. Round 3 is open only to NEET UG 2026 qualified candidates who meet Bihar domicile and category eligibility requirements.

Understanding the Cutoff Ranks: How to Read Opening and Closing Ranks

The opening rank is the best (lowest) rank allotted to a candidate in a particular college and category in Round 3. The closing rank is the worst (highest) rank allotted. If your NEET merit rank falls between the opening and closing rank of a college, you are eligible for that seat in that round.

For example, Patna Medical College (PMC) had an opening rank of 7,302 and a closing rank of 7,374 in Round 3. This means only candidates with ranks between 7,302 and 7,374 were allotted seats at PMC in this round. Nalanda Medical College had a wider range (7,666 to 11,241), indicating more seats were available or the competition was less intense.

Participating Government Medical Colleges in Bihar

Round 3 cutoff ranks are available for eight government medical colleges across Bihar. These institutions include Patna Medical College and Hospital, Nalanda Medical College and Hospital, Darbhanga Medical College and Hospital, Sri Krishna Medical College and Hospital in Muzaffarpur, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College in Bhagalpur, Anugrah Narayan Magadh Medical College in Gaya, Government Medical College in Bettiah, and Government Medical College in Chhapra.

Each college has its own merit-based cutoff determined by the number of available seats, the strength of candidates in that round, and category-wise reservations. Candidates should check the official BCECEB portal for category-specific cutoffs (General, OBC, SC, ST) as the ranks vary by reserved category.

• Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH), Patna
• Nalanda Medical College and Hospital (NMCH), Patna
• Darbhanga Medical College and Hospital (DMCH), Laheriasarai
• Sri Krishna Medical College and Hospital (SKMCH), Muzaffarpur
• Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JLNMCH), Bhagalpur
• Anugrah Narayan Magadh Medical College (ANMMCH), Gaya
• Government Medical College, Bettiah
• Government Medical College, Chhapra

How to Download the Round 3 Cutoff PDF from BCECEB

Candidates can access the official Round 3 opening and closing rank list by visiting the BCECEB portal at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. The cutoff PDF is titled UGMAC26_OCR_R3 and contains ranks for all colleges, courses, and categories. Downloading and saving this document is essential for verifying your eligibility and preparing for the next steps.

To download: (1) Visit bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, (2) Click the UGMAC 2026 Round 3 cutoff notification link, (3) Open the PDF file UGMAC26_OCR_R3, (4) Search for your preferred college and category, (5) Note your opening and closing rank, and (6) Download and save the PDF for your records and admission formalities.

Document Verification: What You Must Do on October 16–17

All candidates allotted a seat in Round 3 must report for document verification at their assigned college on either October 16 or October 17, 2026. Reporting is mandatory and must happen within this two-day window. Failure to report will result in automatic cancellation of your allotted seat, and you will not be eligible for further rounds under state quota.

You must bring your printed allotment letter (downloaded from the BCECEB portal), original NEET UG 2026 scorecard, Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets, caste certificate (if applicable), residence certificate, photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, or passport), and recent passport-size photographs. It is advisable to also carry attested photocopies of all documents in a single file to speed up the verification process.

• Printed allotment letter from BCECEB portal
• Original NEET UG 2026 scorecard
• Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets (original and attested copies)
• Caste certificate (if applicable)
• Residence certificate
• Photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, or passport)
• Recent passport-size photographs (4–6 copies)
• Attested photocopies of all documents

Why Round 3 Is Your Last Chance Under State Quota

Round 3 is the final state counselling round before the mop-up phase begins. For NEET aspirants targeting Bihar government MBBS or BDS seats under state quota, this round often represents the last opportunity to secure admission through the regular counselling process. After Round 3, any remaining vacant seats will be filled through a mop-up round, which typically has fewer seats and a shorter reporting window.

If you do not get a seat in Round 3 or fail to report, you may still be eligible for the mop-up round if seats remain unfilled. However, mop-up rounds are unpredictable in terms of seat availability and timing. It is therefore critical to take Round 3 seriously and ensure you report on time if allotted.

What Happens After Document Verification: Fee Payment and Admission

After successful document verification on October 16 or 17, you will be required to pay the admission fee at the college counter as per BCECEB instructions. The fee amount and payment method will be communicated by your allotted college. Ensure you have the required funds ready and complete payment within the stipulated time to finalize your admission.

Once fee payment is completed, your admission to the MBBS or BDS programme will be confirmed. You will then proceed with college registration, hostel allotment (if applicable), and orientation. Keep all receipts and admission documents safely for future reference.

What to Watch Next: Mop-Up Round and Stray Vacancy Notices

After October 17, monitor the BCECEB portal closely for announcements regarding the UGMAC 2026 mop-up round. The mop-up round schedule and seat matrix will be released once Round 3 reporting is complete. If seats remain unfilled after Round 3, they will be offered in the mop-up round to eligible candidates.

Additionally, stray vacancy notices may be issued for any MBBS or BDS seats that remain vacant even after the mop-up round. These notices are typically released on a first-come, first-served basis and offer a final opportunity for candidates to secure admission. Regularly check the BCECEB portal and your registered email for such announcements.

Frequently asked questions

If you have been allotted a seat in Bihar UGMAC Round 3, prioritize reporting for document verification on October 16 or 17, 2026—missing this deadline will cancel your seat. Download the official cutoff PDF from bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, verify your eligibility, and gather all required documents immediately. After reporting, watch the BCECEB portal for mop-up round announcements and stray vacancy notices.