Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2025: The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) conducts NEET UG Counselling for MBBS and BDS courses in the state. Admission to MBBS and BDS courses in Bihar is based on NEET UG scores. Bihar NEET UG Counselling offers 2,652 MBBS seats and over 340 BDS seats. The process is like registration, college selection, merit list review, seat allotment, document verification and reporting to the college. The authorities will conduct three rounds of counselling, including a mop-up round, for Bihar NEET UG.
This article details information about Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2025, including important dates, the online registration process, the counselling procedure, eligibility criteria, and more.
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Summary
Before explaining the Bihar NEET UG counselling process, let’s first take a quick look at NEET UG 2025
| Specific | Details |
| Counselling Name | Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2025 |
| Conducting Authority | Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board |
| Effective Entrance Exam | NEET UG Conducted by the NTA. |
| Courses Offered | MBBS/BDS |
| Medical College in Bihar | 21 |
| Dental College in Bihar | 6 |
| Medical Seat in Bihar | 2652 |
| Dental Seat in Bihar | 340 |
| No. of Counselling Round | 4 (Stray Round is Optional) |
| Date of start counselling | To be announced |
| Counselling Mode | Online |
| Official Websites | https://bceceboard.bihar.gov.in/ |
Bihar NEET UG 2025 Counselling Date
The table below provides key dates for Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2025, including registration, document submission, choice filling, and seat allotment deadlines. Ensure you stay updated and complete each step within the specified timeline.
Round 1 Counselling Schedule
| Event | Date |
| Online Registration Starting Date | August, 3rd week 2025 |
| Online Registration Closing Date | August, 3rd week 2025 |
| Publication of merit list on the Board’s website | August, 3rd week 2025 |
| Seat matrix posting on the website | August, Last week 2025 |
| Starting date of online registration-cum-choice filling for seat allotment | August, Last week 2025 |
| Last date of online registration-cum-choice filling for seat allotment and locking | August, Last week 2025 |
| Round-1 provisional seat allotment order publication | August, Last week 2025 |
| Downloading of allotment order (1st round) | August, Last week to September, 1st week 2025 |
| Document verification/Admission (1st round) | August, Last week to September, 1st week 2025 |
| Free Exit from Round-1 Counselling | September, 1st week 2025 |
Round 2 Counselling Schedule
| Events | Dates |
| Resignation through Free Exit from Round-1 Counselling | September, 1st week 2025 |
| Online Registration-Cum-Choice Filling (2nd Round) | September, 1st week 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Registration-Cum-Choice Filling (2nd Round) | September, 2nd week 2025 |
| Round-2 Provisional Seat Allotment Order Publication | September, Last week 2025 |
| Downloading of Allotment Order (2nd Round) | September, Last week 2025 |
| To be notified latter | September, Last week 2025 |
Round 3 Counselling Schedule
| Event | Date |
| Online Registration Starting Date | 2nd week of October 2025 |
| Online Registration Closing Date | 3rd week of October 2025 |
| Last date of payment through Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI with final submission of the online Application Form of Registered candidate | 3rd week of October 2025 |
| Online Editing of Application Form | 3rd week of October 2025 |
| Publication of Rank Card / Merit List (Round-3) | 3rd week of October 2025 |
| Proposed date for Choice filling and Counselling Programme | Last week of October to 1st week of November 2025 |
Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2025 Registration Process
Here is the Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2025 registration process step by step. Candidate must follow the every step for registration.
Step 1: Registration
- Visit the UGMAC-2025 portal: https://bceceboard.bihar.gov.in/
- Click on the “Apply Online” button.
- Enter your NEET-UG 2025 Roll Number and click “Verify”.
- Provide your Date of Birth and other required details.
- Use your personal email ID and mobile number for OTP verification (Cannot be changed later).
- After successful registration, you’ll receive a confirmation message on your registered email and mobile.
- Log in using your email ID and password to continue.
Step 2: Fill Personal Information
- Sign in to your account.
- Complete the personal information section.
- Click “Save & Continue” to proceed.
Step 3: Upload Photo and Signature
- Upload Passport-sized photograph and Full signature (in Hindi and English, not in capital letters).
- Click “Save & Continue” after uploading.
Step 4: Educational Information
- Provide your educational details.
- Click “Save & Continue” to proceed.
Step 5: Preview Application
- Review the information entered in the previous steps.
- If corrections are needed, click “Back to Edit” and update the details.
- Once all information is correct, click “Save & Continue” and submit your declaration.
Step 6: Payment of Counselling Fee
- Click “Proceed to Payment” to pay the counselling fee (non-refundable).
- Payment options: Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI.
Step 7: Download Application Form
- After payment, download the hard copies of Part-A and Part-B of the application form.
- Keep these documents safe for future use during counselling.
Bihar NEET UG 2025 Counselling Eligibility Criteria
To apply for Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2025 admission counselling, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria set by the authorities. Ensure you review these guidelines carefully before applying. The eligibility details are outlined below for your reference.
| Category | Requirement | Details |
| Nationality | Citizenship | Indian citizen, OCI cardholder, or PIO cardholder. |
| Domicile | Bihar domicile | Must be a bonafide resident of Bihar and have passed Classes 11 and 12 in Bihar. |
| Educational Qualification | 10+2 or equivalent | Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English. |
| Qualifying marks in 10+2 | Minimum marks | General: 50% in PCB; SC/ST/OBC: 40% in PCB. |
| NEET Qualification | NEET score | Must qualify NEET 2025 with a valid score. |
| Age | Minimum age | Must be 17 years old by December 31, 2025. |
| Medical Fitness | Medical fitness certificate | Must be medically fit to pursue medical education. |
Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2025 Registration fees and Security Money
This table provides the registration and security fee for Bihar NEET UG counselling 2025.
Registration Fees
| Institution/College Type | UR/EWS/BC/EBC Fee | SC/ST/DQ Fee |
| Government Medical/Dental/Veterinary College | Rs. 1,200 | Rs. 600 |
| Private Medical/Dental College | Rs. 1,200 | Rs. 1,200 |
| Both (Government Medical/Dental/Veterinary & Private Medical) Colleges | Rs. 1,200 | Rs. 1,200 |
Security Money
| Institution/College Type | UR/EWS Fee | SC/ST/BC/EBC Fee |
| Government Medical/Dental/Veterinary 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 |
| Both (Private Medical & Dental) Colleges | Rs. 2,00,000 | Rs. 2,00,000 |
| Both (Government Medical/Dental/Veterinary & Private Medical) Colleges | Rs. 2,00,000 | Rs. 2,00,000 |
Choice Filling Order by BCECE
For admission to undergraduate degree (MBBS/BDS) courses in Government and Private medical colleges students must know the filling order of colleges.
Government Medical College
| Sr No. | Government Medical College |
| 01 | Patna Medical College, Patna |
| 02 | Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sheikhpura, Patna |
| 03 | Nalanda Medical College, Patna |
| 04 | Darbhanga Medical College, Lehriasarai |
| 05 | Vardhman Institute of Medical Sciences, Pawapuri, Nalanda |
| 06 | Anugrah Narayan Magadh Medical College, Gaya |
| 07 | Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Bhagalpur |
| 08 | Shri Krishna Medical College, Muzzafarpur |
| 09 | Government Medical College, Bettiah |
| 10 | J.K.T.M.C.& H. Madhepura |
| 11 | ESIC Medical College, Behta, Patna |
| 12 | GMC Purnea |
Private Medical College
| Sr No. | Private Medical College |
| 01 | Katihar Medical College, Katihar |
| 02 | Mata Gujari Memorial Medical College, Kishanganj |
| 03 | Narayan Medical College & Hospital, Sasaram |
| 04 | Lord Buddha Koshi Medical College & Hospital, Saharsa |
| 05 | Madhubani Medical College, Madhubani |
| 06 | Netaji Subhash Medical College & Hospital, Bihta |
| 07 | Shri Narayan Medical Institute & Hospital, Saharsa |
| 08 | R.D.JM Medical College, Turki, Muzaffarpur |
| 09 | Himalaya Medical College & Hospital, Paliganj, Patna. |
Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2025 Seat Reservation
According to the seat reservation process, from 2565 MBBS and 243 BDS seats, some seats are reserved. The Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2025 seat reservation system is designed to allocate seats fairly among different social groups. Below is the detailed breakdown of seat reservations for each category.
| Category | Seat Reservation |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 16% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 1% |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 18% |
| Backward Class (BC) | 12% |
| Reserved Category Girls (RCG) | 3% |
Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2025 Document Required
- Original Admit Card of NEET(UG)-2025.
- Rank Card of UGMAC-2025.
- Print out of Choice Slip.
- Downloaded print of Provisional Allotment Order in 3 copies
- Passing Certificate / Marks Sheet / Admit Card of Matric / equivalent Examination.
- Passing Certificate / Marks Sheet / Admit Card of Intermediate Sc / equivalent Examination.
- Certificate for Residence of Bihar duly issued by Concerned C.O. / Revenue Officer of permanent residence.
- Caste Certificate duly issued by Concerned C.O. / Revenue Officer.
- Six copies of the passport-size photographs.
- Copy of Aadhar Card.
- Downloaded print of Online filled Application Form (Part-A & Part-B) UGMAC-2025.
- The Check Slip 2 (two) copy as downloaded along with Biometric Identification Report Form 1 (one) copy.
- Any other documents required (if any) such as DQ (PH) / EWS Certificate etc.
- Any other required certificates in original as per the requirements of the Prospectus of UGMAC-2025.
Participating Institutions/ College
To apply for medical and dental colleges in Bihar state can find the right college by exploring important details. For information on fees, colleges, established year, and more, mention below
List of the Government Medical Colleges in Bihar
| Medical College / Medical Institution | University Name | Type | Est. Year | Intake | Fee |
| Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Bhagalpur | Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna | Govt. | 1971 | 120 | Rs. 9,000 |
| Shri Krishna Medical College, Muzzafarpur | Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna | Govt. | 1970 | 120 | Rs. 9,000 |
| Anugrah Narayan Magadh Medical College, Gaya | Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna | Govt. | 1970 | 120 | Rs. 9,000 |
| Darbhanga Medical College, Lehriasarai | Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna | Govt. | 1946 | 120 | Rs. 9,000 |
| Nalanda Medical College, Patna | Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna | Govt. | 1970 | 150 | Rs. 9,000 |
| Patna Medical College, Patna | Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna | Govt. | 1925 | 200 | Rs. 10,000 |
| Government Medical College, Purnea | Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna | Govt. | 2023 | 100 | Rs. 9,000 |
| Employees State Insurance Corporation Medical College, Patna | Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna | Govt. | 2021 | 100 | Rs. 1,00,000 |
| Jannayak Karpoori Thakur Medical College & Hospital, Madhepura, Bihar | Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna | Govt. | 2020 | 100 | Rs. 9,000 |
| Government Medical College, Bettiah | Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna | Govt. | 2013 | 120 | Rs. 9,000 |
| Bhagwan Mahavir Institute of Medical Sciences, Pawapuri (Formely known as Vardhman Institute of Medical Sciences, Pawapuri) | Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna | Govt. | 2013 | 120 | Rs. 9,000 |
| Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sheikhpura, Patna | Indira Gandhi Instt of Medical Sciences (Deemed University), Patna | Govt. | 2011 | 120 | Rs. 70,000 |
List of Private Medical Colleges in Bihar
| College / Institution | University Name | Type | Est. Year | Annual Intake | Fees |
| Katihar Medical College, Katihar | Al-Karim University, Katihar | Trust | 1987 | 150 | Rs. 9,35,000 |
| Mata Gujri Memorial Medical College, Kishanganj | B.N. Mandal University | Trust | 1990 | 100 | Rs. 9,63,000 |
| Radha Devi Jageshwari Memorial Medical College and Hospital | Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna | Society | 2021 | 150 | Rs. 10,00,000 |
| Shree Narayan Medical Institute and Hospital | Bhupendra Narayan Mandal University, Madhepura | Trust | 2021 | 150 | Rs. 13,00,000 |
| Netaji Subhas Medical College & Hospital, Amhara, Bihta, Patna | Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna | Society | 2020 | 100 | Rs. 16,25,000 |
| Lord Buddha Koshi Medical College and Hospital, Saharsa | B.N. Mandal University | Trust | 2019 | 100 | Rs. 10,50,000 |
| Madhubani Medical College, Madhubani | Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna | Trust | 2019 | 150 | Rs. 14,00,000 |
| Narayan Medical College & Hospital, Sasaram | Gopal Narayan Singh University | Trust | 2008 | 212 | Rs. 10,38,000 |
Himalaya Medical College & Hospital, Patna | Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna | Private | 50 | – |
List of Government Dental Colleges in Bihar
| College Name | State | Est. Year | Type | Seat Intake | Averages Fees | |
| Government Dental College & Hospital, Nalanda | Bihar | 2023-24 | Govt. | BDS | 100 | Rs 4,100/- |
| Patna Dental College & Hospital, Patna | Bihar | 1960-61 | Govt. | BDS | 40 | Rs 4,100/- |
List of Private Dental Colleges in Bihar
| College Name | State | Est. Year | Type | Intake Capacity | Averages Fees | |
| Buddha Institute of Dental Sciences & Hospital, Kankarbagh, Patna | Bihar | 1985-86 | Private | BDS | 100 | Rs. 3,21,000 |
| Mithila Minority Dental College & Hospital, Darbhanga | Bihar | 1989-90 | Private | BDS | 60 | Rs. 2,82,000 |
| Sarjug Dental College, Darbhanga | Bihar | 1988-89 | Private | BDS | 40 | Rs. 3,50,000 |
