Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has issued a detailed notice for the UGMAC-2026 Stray Vacancy Round for admission to MBBS, BDS, B.V.Sc. & A.H., B.Sc. Nursing and other specified courses in government and private institutions in Bihar. The notice, dated 18 October 2026, explains the registration process, eligibility conditions, fees, security deposits, choice filling and seat allotment procedure.
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria are invited to complete the online application-cum-choice-filling process. Eligible candidates who have already submitted an application may also need to give consent or update their choices, depending on their previous counselling and admission status.
The Board has stated that the updated vacancy position after Round 3 will be available on its official website. Candidates should check the vacancy details before filling and locking their choices.
Bihar UGMAC 2026 Stray Vacancy Round: Important Dates
| Counselling Activity | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Display of updated seat vacancy matrix | 18 October 2026 |
| Online registration and application-cum-choice filling begins | 19 October 2026 |
| Last date for online registration and application submission | 21 October 2026, up to 10:00 PM |
| Last date for payment of counselling fee and security deposit | 21 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Consent for candidates who submitted an earlier application | 19–21 October 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Publication of rank card | 22 October 2026 |
| Choice filling, editing and locking | Up to 22 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Stray Vacancy Round provisional seat allotment result | 24 October 2026 |
| Downloading provisional allotment order | 24–26 October 2026 |
| Document verification and admission at the allotted institute | 25–26 October 2026 |
Candidates should follow the Board’s official portal for the relevant application, payment, choice-locking and allotment instructions.
Courses and Institutions Covered
The notice covers admissions to the following courses and institutions:
- MBBS and BDS: Government and private medical and dental colleges in Bihar.
- B.V.Sc. & A.H. and B.F.Sc.: Veterinary and Fisheries institutions.
- B.Sc. Nursing: Institutions covered under the UGMAC-2026 counselling process.
The notice lists participating government institutions, private medical and dental colleges, and minority institutions. Candidates should refer to the official seat matrix to check the seats available for their preferred course and college.
Registration Fee and Security Deposit
Candidates must pay the applicable counselling fee and security deposit online before submitting their application-cum-choice form.
Counselling fee
| Candidate Category | Counselling Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / BC / EBC | Rs.1,200 |
| SC / ST / DQ | Rs.600 |
The notice provides different security deposit amounts according to the course and institution type.
Security deposit
| Institution Type | UR / EWS | SC / ST / BC / EBC |
|---|---|---|
| Government Medical / Dental / Veterinary / Fisheries College | Rs.10,000 | Rs.5,000 |
| Private Medical College | Rs.2,00,000 | Rs.2,00,000 |
| Private Dental College | Rs.50,000 | Rs.50,000 |
Different amounts may apply when candidates select combinations of government and private institutions or multiple course types. Candidates should check the complete fee table in the official notice before making payment.
The security deposit is refundable subject to the applicable counselling rules. Candidates should carefully review the conditions concerning admission, withdrawal and forfeiture before participating.
Who Can Participate in Bihar UGMAC 2026 Stray Vacancy Counselling?
Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements specified by BCECEB and the relevant counselling rules. Eligibility depends on their NEET UG qualification, registration status, previous allotment and admission history.
The notice includes provisions for candidates who have already submitted an application and for eligible candidates who must provide consent to participate in the stray vacancy round.
However, candidates who have already joined or been admitted to seats through specified All India Quota counselling rounds, including the applicable stray vacancy process, may be ineligible for this round. Candidates with previous allotments must check the detailed conditions in the notice before proceeding.
Important: Do not assume that registration alone makes a candidate eligible. Review the rules relating to previous allotments, joining status and consent before submitting the form.
How to Complete Registration and Choice Filling
Candidates should follow these steps:
- Visit the official BCECEB website: bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
- Open the UGMAC-2026 Stray Vacancy Round section.
- Complete online registration, if required.
- Fill in the application-cum-choice form and upload the required information and documents.
- Pay the applicable counselling fee and security deposit through the permitted online payment method.
- Review the entered details and submit the application.
- Save the preferred colleges and courses, then lock the choices within the deadline.
- Download or print the final submitted choices and confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates who have already submitted an application should follow the instructions regarding consent and correction of previously entered information. Any editing facility is subject to the conditions in the notice.
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