The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has opened the Stray Vacancy Round of UGMAC 2026, the final admission opportunity for medical and dental seats in the state. Registration began on October 19, 2026, and candidates must complete their application and choice filling by October 21, 2026. This round covers unfilled MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS seats across government and private colleges in Bihar. If you missed earlier counselling rounds or did not join an allotted seat, this is your last chance to secure a medical seat for the 2026 academic session.
Register for Bihar's final medical admission round by October 21, 2026 at 11:59 PM on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in—seats allotted after this round will be your only option this cycle.
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Unlock My College ListWhat is the Bihar Stray Vacancy Round and who can apply?
The Stray Vacancy Round is UGMAC 2026's final admission phase. It exists to fill medical and dental seats that remained empty after the main counselling rounds. This round applies to MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS programmes in participating state colleges across Bihar.
You are eligible to apply if you hold a valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard, meet UGMAC eligibility criteria, and have Bihar domicile proof as required by BCECEB. Candidates who were registered for UGMAC 2026 but did not receive a seat in earlier rounds, or who were allotted a seat but chose not to join, can participate. Fresh candidates may be allowed only if the official notice explicitly permits it—check the board's advisories before assuming you qualify.
- Registered UGMAC 2026 candidates who remain unallotted
- Candidates allotted in earlier rounds but who did not join, subject to board rules
- Valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard and Bihar domicile proof required
- Fresh candidates only if permitted by official notice
Key dates for registration, choice filling, and seat allotment
The registration and choice-filling window is extremely tight. Online registration and choice filling opened on October 19, 2026, and the last date to register and pay fees is October 21, 2026. The board will publish rank cards on October 22, and you must lock your college and course choices by 11:59 PM that same day. Provisional seat allotment results will be released on October 24, 2026.
Document verification and admission reporting happen on October 25–26, 2026. This compressed timeline means you must act quickly: prepare your documents and payment method now, and complete registration well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
- Seat matrix posted: October 18, 2026
- Registration and choice filling start: October 19, 2026
- Last date to register and pay fees: October 21, 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Rank card publication: October 22, 2026
- Last date to lock choices: October 22, 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Provisional seat allotment result: October 24, 2026
- Download allotment order: October 24–26, 2026
- Document verification and admission: October 25–26, 2026
How much will you pay for counselling and seat registration?
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The fee structure for the Stray Vacancy Round follows UGMAC 2026's standard rates. You will pay a non-refundable counselling fee and a refundable security deposit. The counselling fee for government colleges is ₹1,200 for General and OBC candidates and ₹600 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates. For private colleges, all candidates pay ₹1,200.
The security deposit varies by college type and category. For government medical colleges, it is ₹10,000 (General/OBC) or ₹5,000 (SC/ST/PwD). Private medical colleges require ₹2,00,000 from all candidates, and private dental colleges require ₹50,000. The security deposit is refunded after counselling ends, whether you join an allotted seat or receive no allotment. Payment is made online via debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI by October 21, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Counselling fee (government college): ₹1,200 (General/OBC) or ₹600 (SC/ST/PwD)
- Counselling fee (private college): ₹1,200 (all categories)
- Security deposit (government medical): ₹10,000 (General/OBC) or ₹5,000 (SC/ST/PwD)
- Security deposit (private medical): ₹2,00,000 (all categories)
- Security deposit (private dental): ₹50,000 (all categories)
- Security deposit is refundable after counselling process ends
Documents you must prepare for registration and verification
Prepare scanned copies of all required documents before you start registration. You will upload these during the online application process. Original documents will be verified when you report to your allotted college. Missing or incomplete documents can delay or jeopardise your admission, so gather everything in advance.
Essential documents include your NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard, Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and certificates, Bihar domicile certificate issued by the competent authority, and your Aadhaar card and recent passport-size photograph. If you belong to a reserved category (SC, ST, OBC, or EBC), bring the relevant category certificate. If you are a person with disability (PwD), bring your PwD certificate as well.
- NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard
- Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets and certificates
- Bihar domicile certificate from competent authority
- Category certificate (SC, ST, OBC, or EBC if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar card
- Recent passport-size photograph
Step-by-step guide to register and fill choices online
Registration is entirely online through the BCECEB portal. Visit bceceboard.bihar.gov.in and locate the UGMAC 2026 Stray Vacancy Round registration link. Log in using your UGMAC user ID and password—these are the same credentials you used for earlier counselling rounds. Fill the online application form carefully, verifying all details before submission, as corrections may not be possible after locking.
After completing the form, pay the counselling fee and refundable security deposit online using your debit card, credit card, net banking account, or UPI. Once payment is confirmed, proceed to choice filling. Select your preferred colleges and courses in order of preference, then lock your choices by October 22, 2026 at 11:59 PM. Download and print your confirmation page for your records. Do not wait until the last day—register early to avoid portal congestion or payment delays.
- 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 online application form and verify all details
- Pay counselling fee and security deposit online
- Complete choice filling for colleges and courses
- Lock your choices by October 22, 2026 at 11:59 PM
- Download and print your confirmation page
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What happens after you submit your choices?
After you lock your choices on October 22, the board will process your application and publish a provisional seat allotment result on October 24, 2026. You can download your provisional seat allotment order between October 24 and 26. Check this order carefully to see which college and course you have been allotted, if any.
If you receive an allotment, you must report to the allotted college on October 25 or 26, 2026, with your original documents for verification and admission. Failure to report on time may result in forfeiture of your seat. If you do not receive an allotment in this round, no further counselling rounds will be held for UGMAC 2026—this is your final opportunity.
- Provisional seat allotment result published: October 24, 2026
- Download allotment order: October 24–26, 2026
- Report to allotted college with original documents: October 25–26, 2026
- No further rounds after this stray round
Why this is your last chance for a medical seat in Bihar this cycle
The Stray Vacancy Round is the final admission phase under UGMAC 2026. Any seats that remain unfilled after this round will not be offered again this academic session. If you miss the registration deadline or do not participate, you will lose your opportunity to secure a medical or dental seat in Bihar for 2026. This applies whether you are seeking an MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, or BUMS seat.
Many candidates underestimate the importance of the stray round, assuming they will have another chance later. In reality, once this round closes, the admission cycle for 2026 ends. If you have a valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard and Bihar domicile, registering now is critical. Even if you are unsure about your chances, submitting your application costs only the counselling fee and security deposit—and the deposit is refunded if you do not join.
- This is the final admission round for UGMAC 2026
- No further counselling rounds will be held after October 26, 2026
- Unfilled seats after this round remain vacant for the session
- Security deposit is refunded if you do not join or receive no allotment
Common mistakes to avoid during registration and choice filling
Do not wait until the last day to register. The portal often experiences heavy traffic near the deadline, leading to timeouts and payment failures. Register by October 20 or 21 morning to ensure your application is submitted safely. Verify all details in your application form before locking—errors in name, date of birth, or category cannot be corrected after submission.
When filling choices, rank colleges and courses carefully. Your allotment will be based on your merit rank and your choice order, so place your most preferred college first. Do not leave choice filling incomplete; lock your choices by the deadline. Finally, keep your UGMAC user ID and password secure, and do not share them with anyone. After reporting to your allotted college, retain all documents and receipts for future reference.
- Register early; do not wait until the last day
- Verify all application details before locking
- Rank colleges and courses in order of genuine preference
- Lock choices by the deadline; incomplete forms will not be processed
- Keep your UGMAC credentials confidential
- Retain all documents and receipts after admission
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See My CollegesFrequently asked questions
When does registration for Bihar UGMAC 2026 Stray Round close?
Online registration and choice filling close on October 21, 2026 at 11:59 PM. You must also complete fee payment by this deadline. After this date, no new registrations will be accepted.
Who is eligible to apply for the Bihar Stray Vacancy Round?
You are eligible if you hold a valid NEET UG 2026 scorecard, meet UGMAC eligibility criteria, have Bihar domicile proof, and are either unallotted from earlier rounds or were allotted but did not join. Fresh candidates may apply only if the official notice permits it.
What is the counselling fee and security deposit for the stray round?
Counselling fee is ₹1,200 for private colleges (all categories) and ₹1,200 (General/OBC) or ₹600 (SC/ST/PwD) for government colleges. Security deposit ranges from ₹5,000 to ₹2,00,000 depending on college type and category. The security deposit is refundable after counselling ends.
When will the provisional seat allotment result be released?
The provisional seat allotment result will be published on October 24, 2026. You can download your allotment order between October 24 and 26, 2026. Document verification and admission reporting happen on October 25–26, 2026.
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 passport-size photograph. If applicable, also upload your category certificate or PwD certificate. Original documents are verified at the allotted college.
Is this the last chance to get a medical seat in Bihar for 2026?
Yes. The Stray Vacancy Round is the final admission phase under UGMAC 2026. No further counselling rounds will be held after this. Any seats remaining unfilled after October 26, 2026 will not be offered again this academic session.
How do I register for the stray round?
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, pay the counselling fee and security deposit online, complete choice filling, and lock your choices by October 22, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
What happens if I do not report to my allotted college on time?
If you receive a seat allotment but do not report to the college on October 25 or 26, 2026 with your original documents, you will forfeit your seat. Since this is the final round, you will not get another opportunity to join a medical seat in Bihar for 2026.
Register immediately on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in to avoid missing this final opportunity. Gather all required documents, arrange your counselling fee and security deposit, and complete your application by October 21, 2026 at 11:59 PM. Monitor the board's website for the seat matrix, rank card, and allotment result in the coming days.
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