Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026: Round 3 Registration Process Begins

The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has officially commenced the registration process for the third round of NEET UG 2026 counselling. This phase is dedicated to filling seats under the 85% state quota for undergraduate medical and dental programs, including MBBS and BDS courses across the state.

Qualified candidates who wish to participate in this round must complete their registration and application through the official Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling (UGMAC) portal. The board has confirmed that the registration window, which also allows for the submission of fresh applications and the editing of existing details, will remain open until 11:59 PM on October 6, 2026.

Key Dates and Counselling Schedule

Following the conclusion of the registration period, the board has outlined a specific timeline for the subsequent stages of the admission process. The publication of the rank card is scheduled for October 8, 2026. Candidates will then have until October 10 to complete their choice filling, editing, and locking process.

The provisional seat allotment results for the third round are set to be released on October 14, 2026. Successful candidates will be able to download their provisional seat allotment orders between October 14 and October 17. The final stage of the process, involving document verification and the formal admission of students, is slated to take place from October 16 to October 17, 2026.

Application Procedure for Candidates

To participate in the third round of counselling, applicants are required to visit the official BCECEB website at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. Once on the portal, students should navigate to the designated Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 registration link. The process involves registering with personal information and NEET UG credentials, filling out the online application form, and uploading the necessary documentation.

After completing the form, candidates must pay the required counselling registration fee online to finalize their submission. It is advised that all applicants download and retain a copy of the confirmation page for their records. This third round is a critical component of the broader Bihar NEET UG admission process, which includes multiple rounds of seat allocation and a final stray vacancy round to ensure all available medical and dental seats are filled.