The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has released rank cards for the third round of UGMAC counselling on October 8, 2026. These rank cards are essential for NEET UG aspirants seeking admission to MBBS, BDS, veterinary science, and forestry programmes across Bihar medical colleges. Candidates must act quickly: the deadline to fill and lock their college and course preferences is October 9, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Missing this window means losing your chance to participate in Round 3 seat allocation.
Download your Bihar UGMAC Round 3 rank card immediately using your UGMAC ID and date of birth, then complete choice filling and locking by October 9, 11:59 PM—this is a hard deadline.
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The rank card is now live on the official BCECEB portal at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. Your rank card is based on your All India Rank (AIR) from NEET UG 2026 and determines your eligibility for seat allocation in Round 3.
To download, visit the BCECEB website, locate the UGMAC-2026 section, and click on the Round 3 rank card link. You will need to enter your UGMAC ID and date of birth to retrieve your card. Once downloaded, save a copy and verify all details carefully—any errors should be flagged immediately to the board.
Keep your rank card accessible throughout the counselling process. You will need it for choice filling, seat allotment verification, and document verification at your allotted college.
Critical Deadline: Choice Filling and Locking by October 9
This is the most time-sensitive step in Round 3. After downloading your rank card, you must log into the UGMAC-2026 counselling portal using your NEET UG 2026 roll number and password. The portal allows you to select your preferred colleges and courses in order of preference.
You have until October 9, 2026, at 11:59 PM to complete two actions: first, save your choices; second, lock your choices. Locking is mandatory—it finalizes your preferences and prevents accidental changes. If you do not lock your choices by the deadline, your selections will not be considered for seat allocation.
Many aspirants miss this deadline due to technical delays or confusion. Do not wait until the last hour. Complete your choice filling and locking at least 2–3 hours before the deadline to avoid portal congestion or internet issues.
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- Log in to UGMAC-2026 portal with your NEET UG roll number and password
- Select colleges and courses in order of preference based on your rank and eligibility
- Click 'Save Choices' to store your selections
- Click 'Choice Locking' to finalize and lock your preferences
- Download or print your final choice list for your records
- Deadline: October 9, 2026, 11:59 PM (no extensions)
Understanding the Round 3 Counselling Timeline
The BCECEB has published a clear schedule for all remaining steps in Round 3. After choice locking closes on October 9, the board will process your preferences against available seats and announce provisional seat allotment results on October 14, 2026.
Once results are declared, you will have a short window (October 14–17) to download your provisional seat allotment order. Simultaneously, document verification and admission reporting will occur on October 16–17. This means you must be ready to visit your allotted college immediately after the result is announced.
Plan your travel and arrange your documents (mark sheet, NEET admit card, identity proof, address proof, category certificate if applicable) well in advance. Delays in reporting can result in forfeiture of your seat.
- Rank card release: October 8, 2026 (completed)
- Choice filling and locking deadline: October 9, 2026, 11:59 PM
- Provisional seat allotment result: October 14, 2026
- Download allotment order: October 14–17, 2026
- Document verification and admission: October 16–17, 2026
Who Is Eligible for Bihar UGMAC Round 3?
Eligibility for Round 3 is primarily based on NEET UG 2026 qualification and meeting BCECEB's admission criteria for MBBS, BDS, B.V.Sc. & A.H., or B.F.Sc. programmes. However, candidates who have already secured and completed admission in Round 1 or Round 2 are generally not eligible to participate again.
Some candidates may be permitted to participate in Round 3 under specific conditions outlined in the official counselling notice—for example, if they withdrew from Round 2 or did not report for document verification. You must read the official BCECEB prospectus and counselling notice carefully to confirm your eligibility before attempting to fill choices.
If you are unsure about your eligibility status, contact the BCECEB helpline or visit the official website for clarification. Proceeding without confirming eligibility can waste your time and effort.
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- Must have qualified in NEET UG 2026
- Must meet BCECEB's admission requirements for your chosen course
- Generally ineligible if already admitted and verified in Round 1 or 2
- Some exceptions apply—check the official notice for your specific situation
- Confirm eligibility before starting choice filling
What Happens After Seat Allotment?
Once your provisional seat allotment result is announced on October 14, you will receive an allotment order specifying your assigned college, course, and category (general, reserved, or management quota). This is provisional—it becomes final only after you complete document verification and admission reporting.
Document verification is your chance to submit original certificates and confirm your eligibility. Bring your NEET admit card, 10th and 12th mark sheets, NEET scorecard, caste certificate (if applicable), income certificate (if applicable), and any other documents specified by your college. Incomplete or missing documents can lead to cancellation of your allotment.
After verification, you will be formally admitted and your seat will be confirmed. Failure to report for verification or admission by the deadline (October 17) will result in automatic forfeiture of your seat, and it will be offered to the next candidate in the merit list.
- Provisional allotment result declared October 14
- Download allotment order from portal (October 14–17)
- Attend document verification at your allotted college (October 16–17)
- Bring original certificates and required documents
- Complete admission formalities to confirm your seat
- Missing the deadline forfeits your seat automatically
Practical Tips for a Smooth Round 3 Experience
Start by carefully reviewing your rank card the moment you download it. Check your name, NEET roll number, AIR, and category. If any detail is incorrect, report it to BCECEB immediately—do not proceed with choice filling if there are errors.
When filling choices, research colleges thoroughly. Understand the cut-off ranks for each college and course combination in previous rounds, and rank your preferences realistically. Placing a college with a very high cut-off as your first choice when your rank is lower will not help; instead, arrange choices from most to least preferred within your realistic range.
Keep your login credentials, rank card, and choice list saved in multiple places (email, cloud storage, printed copy). Technical failures are rare but possible, and having backups ensures you can recover quickly. Finally, mark all key dates on your calendar and set reminders—missing even one deadline can derail your admission.
- Verify all details on your rank card before proceeding
- Research college cut-offs and course availability
- Rank colleges realistically based on your AIR
- Save login credentials and documents in multiple formats
- Set calendar reminders for all deadlines
- Prepare documents for verification in advance
- Plan travel to your allotted college ahead of time
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
When was the Bihar UGMAC Round 3 rank card released?
The Bihar BCECEB released the UGMAC Round 3 rank card on October 8, 2026. Candidates can download it immediately from bceceboard.bihar.gov.in using their UGMAC ID and date of birth.
What is the deadline for choice filling and locking in Bihar UGMAC Round 3?
The deadline is October 9, 2026, at 11:59 PM. You must both save and lock your choices by this time. After 11:59 PM, the portal will close and no further changes will be allowed. This is a hard deadline with no extensions.
How do I download my Bihar UGMAC Round 3 rank card?
Visit bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, navigate to the UGMAC-2026 section, click on 'Round 3 Rank Card,' enter your UGMAC ID and date of birth, and submit. Your rank card will appear on screen. Download and save it for future reference.
What courses are available in Bihar UGMAC Round 3 counselling?
Round 3 counselling covers MBBS, BDS, B.V.Sc. & A.H. (veterinary science), and B.F.Sc. (forestry science) programmes. Your eligibility for each course depends on your NEET UG score, rank, and category.
When will the provisional seat allotment result be announced?
The provisional seat allotment result will be announced on October 14, 2026. You can download your allotment order from the portal between October 14 and October 17, 2026.
What documents do I need for document verification in Bihar UGMAC Round 3?
Bring your NEET admit card, 10th and 12th mark sheets, NEET scorecard, caste certificate (if applicable), income certificate (if applicable), and any other documents specified by your allotted college. Document verification occurs on October 16–17, 2026.
Can I participate in Round 3 if I was already admitted in Round 1 or Round 2?
Generally, no. Candidates who have already completed admission and document verification in Round 1 or 2 are not eligible for Round 3. However, some exceptions may apply if you withdrew or did not report. Check the official BCECEB notice to confirm your eligibility.
What happens if I miss the choice-filling deadline?
If you do not lock your choices by October 9, 11:59 PM, you will not be considered for seat allocation in Round 3. Your participation in this round will be forfeited, and you may lose your opportunity to secure a seat.
Act immediately: download your rank card today, research colleges and courses carefully, and complete choice filling and locking well before the October 9 deadline. Mark October 14–17 on your calendar for allotment result and document verification, and prepare all required documents now to avoid last-minute stress.
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