Introduction
The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has released the Round 3 schedule for Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026, also called UGMAC 2026 (Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling). Registration and application-cum-choice filling for Round 3 begin on October 3, 2026.
Candidates can apply on the official website, bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. The provisional seat allotment result is scheduled for October 14, 2026.
Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3: Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Counselling Name | Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 (UGMAC 2026) |
| Conducting Body | Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) |
| Courses | MBBS and BDS |
| Round | Round 3 |
| Registration Starts | October 3, 2026 |
| Registration Last Date | October 6, 2026 (11:59 pm) |
| Rank Card | October 8, 2026 |
| Seat Allotment Result | October 14, 2026 |
| Document Verification and Admission | October 16 to 17, 2026 |
| Official Website | bceceboard.bihar.gov.in |
Bihar NEET UG Round 3 Schedule 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Round 3 seat matrix | September 30, 2026 |
| Resignation or withdrawal from Round 1 or 2 | October 1 to 2, 2026 |
| Registration and application-cum-choice filling starts | October 3, 2026 |
| Last date for registration and application | October 6, 2026, 11:59 pm |
| Consent and payment for Round 3 | October 3 to 6, 2026, up to 10 pm |
| Rank card | October 8, 2026 |
| Choice filling, editing and locking | Until October 9, 2026, 11:59 pm |
| Provisional seat allotment result | October 14, 2026 |
| Download provisional allotment order | October 14 to 17, 2026 |
| Document verification and admission | October 16 to 17, 2026 |
Resignation and Withdrawal from Round 1 or 2
Candidates who took part in earlier rounds can resign or withdraw from Round 1 or Round 2 between October 1 and October 2. Withdrawing means forfeiting the security deposit, so candidates should decide carefully before choosing this option.
How to Register for Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3
- Visit the official website at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
- Click the UGMAC 2026 Round 3 registration link.
- Register with your NEET UG 2026 and personal details.
- Log in using your registration credentials.
- Fill in the application form with the required academic and other details.
- Upload the required documents and certificates.
- Pay the applicable counselling fee.
- Complete choice filling and editing.
- Review your choices and lock them before the deadline.
- Download and keep a copy of the application form or confirmation page.
Documents Required for Round 3
Allotted candidates must upload the required certificates while downloading the provisional allotment order and produce the originals at document verification and admission. The documents include:
- NEET UG 2026 admit card and scorecard
- UGMAC 2026 rank card
- Matriculation or equivalent certificate, mark sheet or admit card
- Intermediate/Class 12 or equivalent certificate, mark sheet or admit card
- Residential certificate
- Caste or EWS certificate, where applicable
- DQ (PH), NRI, Minority or Ward Quota certificate, if applicable
- Printed copy of the UGMAC 2026 online application form or confirmation page
- Original certificates required for admission to private medical and dental colleges
- Six passport-size photographs, the same as those on the NEET UG 2026 admit card
- Aadhaar card
- Check Slip downloaded along with the Biometric Identification Report Form
Tips for Candidates
- Complete registration, payment and choice locking well before each deadline.
- Arrange all certificates in advance, especially category and residential certificates.
- Fill in as many realistic choices as possible, using the seat matrix and previous allotment trends as a guide.
- Take printouts of the application form and allotment order.
- Use only the official BCECEB website, and never share login details with third parties.
Final Thoughts
Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 3 registration opens on October 3 and closes on October 6. The rank card follows on October 8, choice locking ends on October 9, and seat allotment is due on October 14.
Candidates should keep a close watch on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in for any change in dates and verify all details on the official website before applying.
