The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has released the seat matrix for the Special Stray Round of UGMAC 2026 counselling on November 4, 2026. This is the final and last counselling phase for medical, dental, and AYUSH admissions in Bihar for the 2026 intake. If you were not allotted a seat in earlier rounds or did not join your allotted college, this is your final opportunity to secure an MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, or BUMS seat in Bihar. The seat matrix is now live on the official BCECEB portal and lists all remaining vacancies by college, course, and category.
The Special Stray Round is your last chance to get a medical or dental seat in Bihar for 2026—after this round closes, no further counselling will happen.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is the Special Stray Round and why does it matter?
The Special Stray Round is the fifth and final phase of UGMAC 2026 counselling. It is held only when seats remain vacant after the earlier Stray Vacancy Round, which concluded in late October 2026. This round fills the last remaining vacancies across government and private medical, dental, and AYUSH colleges in Bihar.
This is a critical window because it is the absolute last admission opportunity for the 2026 batch. Once this round ends and candidates report to their allotted colleges, the admission process for Bihar medical and dental seats closes completely. No further counselling rounds will be conducted after this phase.
Which courses and colleges are covered in this round?
The Special Stray Round covers five courses: MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery), BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery), BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery), and BUMS (Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery).
Vacancies are available across both government and private medical, dental, and AYUSH colleges in Bihar. The seat matrix released on November 4 lists all remaining seats by college name, course, and category (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS where applicable).
Who is eligible to participate in the Special Stray Round?
To participate, you must have registered for UGMAC 2026 and must currently be unallotted (not assigned a seat in any earlier round). If you were allotted a seat in a previous round but did not join the college, you are typically barred from this round. You must also hold a valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard and meet Bihar's domicile and category eligibility requirements.
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Importantly, even if you had locked choices in earlier rounds, you must give fresh consent on the UGMAC portal to be considered for allotment in the Special Stray Round. Without this fresh consent, the system will not include you in the allotment process.
How to access and check the seat matrix
The seat matrix PDF is publicly available on the official BCECEB website and does not require a login. Follow these steps to download and review it:
Visit bceceboard.bihar.gov.in on your browser. Navigate to the UGMAC 2026 counselling section on the homepage. Look for and click the link for the Special Stray Round Seat Matrix. Download the PDF file to your device. Open it and search for your course and category to see how many seats are vacant in each college. Save a copy for your records while you fill your choices on the portal.
- Visit bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
- Open the UGMAC 2026 counselling section
- Click the Special Stray Round Seat Matrix link
- Download and review the PDF
- Check vacancies by college, course, and category
- Save a copy for reference during choice filling
Key dates and deadlines to watch
The seat matrix was released on November 4, 2026. BCECEB will announce the registration window for the Special Stray Round, the provisional allotment result date, and the final reporting deadline on the official portal. You must monitor bceceboard.bihar.gov.in regularly for these announcements.
Once you receive your allotment, you will have a limited time to report to the allotted college with original documents. Missing the reporting deadline will result in cancellation of your seat, so mark all dates carefully and plan your travel and document submission in advance.
- Seat matrix released: November 4, 2026
- Registration window: To be announced on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
- Provisional allotment result: To be announced
- Final reporting deadline: To be announced
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How to give consent and lock your choices
After downloading the seat matrix and identifying colleges and courses of interest, log into the UGMAC portal with your credentials. You must give fresh consent for the Special Stray Round, even if you participated in earlier rounds. This consent confirms your willingness to participate and be bound by the allotment result.
Once consent is given, you will be able to lock your choice of college and course. The system will only consider colleges and courses for which seats are available in the seat matrix. Lock your choices carefully because allotment in this round is final and binding on both you and the admitting institute. You cannot change your allotted seat after the result is declared.
Documents you must carry for reporting
If you are allotted a seat in the Special Stray Round, you must report to the allotted college with all original documents. Any missing document can lead to cancellation of your seat. Prepare and organize these documents well in advance:
You will need your NEET UG 2026 scorecard and rank letter, original Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and certificates, Bihar domicile certificate, caste certificate or EWS certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card, recent passport-size photographs (typically 4–6 copies), and the UGMAC 2026 allotment order. Carry all documents in a folder and verify the list with the college's admission notice before you travel.
- NEET UG 2026 scorecard and rank letter
- Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and certificates
- Bihar domicile certificate
- Caste certificate or EWS certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card
- Recent passport-size photographs
- UGMAC 2026 allotment order
What happens after the Special Stray Round closes?
Once the Special Stray Round concludes and all candidates have reported to their allotted colleges, the UGMAC 2026 counselling process ends. No further rounds, spot admissions, or counselling phases will be conducted for the 2026 intake in Bihar. This makes the Special Stray Round the absolute final window for securing a medical or dental seat in the state.
If you do not participate in this round or are not allotted a seat, your only remaining option would be to explore admissions in other states through their respective counselling processes, or to consider private medical colleges outside Bihar that may have independent admission processes.
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What is the Special Stray Round in Bihar UGMAC 2026?
The Special Stray Round is the fifth and final counselling phase of UGMAC 2026. It is conducted to fill any remaining vacant seats in MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS courses across government and private medical, dental, and AYUSH colleges in Bihar after the earlier Stray Vacancy Round. This is the last admission opportunity for the 2026 batch.
Who can apply for the Special Stray Round?
You can apply if you are registered for UGMAC 2026, are currently unallotted (did not receive a seat in earlier rounds), hold a valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard, and meet Bihar's domicile and category requirements. If you were allotted a seat earlier but did not join, you are typically not eligible. You must also give fresh consent on the portal.
When was the seat matrix released and where can I find it?
The seat matrix was released on November 4, 2026, and is available on the official BCECEB website at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. It is a public PDF that does not require a login. You can download it from the UGMAC 2026 counselling section and check vacancies by college, course, and category.
Is allotment in the Special Stray Round final and binding?
Yes. Allotment in the Special Stray Round is final and binding on both the candidate and the admitting institute. You cannot change or upgrade your seat after the allotment result is declared. This is why you should carefully review the seat matrix and lock your choices thoughtfully.
What documents do I need to carry when I report to the college?
You must carry your NEET UG 2026 scorecard and rank letter, original Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and certificates, Bihar domicile certificate, caste or EWS certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card, passport-size photographs, and the UGMAC allotment order. Any missing document can result in cancellation of your seat.
Will there be any counselling round after the Special Stray Round?
No. The Special Stray Round is the last and final counselling phase for UGMAC 2026. Once it closes and candidates report to their allotted colleges, no further rounds will be conducted. This is your final opportunity to secure a medical or dental seat in Bihar for the 2026 intake.
How do I give fresh consent for the Special Stray Round?
Log into the UGMAC portal with your credentials and look for the consent option for the Special Stray Round. You must give fresh consent even if you participated in earlier rounds. This confirms your willingness to participate and be bound by the allotment. After consent, you can lock your choices.
What should I do if I don't get allotted in the Special Stray Round?
If you are not allotted in this round, UGMAC 2026 counselling ends and no further rounds will be held in Bihar. Your options would be to explore medical admissions in other states through their respective counselling processes or to consider private medical colleges outside Bihar with independent admission processes.
Download the seat matrix from bceceboard.bihar.gov.in today, review vacancies in your preferred courses and colleges, and prepare to give fresh consent and lock your choices as soon as the registration window opens. Keep all original documents ready and monitor the official portal for the registration deadline, allotment date, and reporting deadline—this is your final chance to secure a medical or dental seat in Bihar for 2026.
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