👤 By Dr. Nirbhay Kumar – Educational Consultant | Founder, Early Career Help
Pursuing an MBBS degree in Bihar has become increasingly accessible with the consistent expansion of medical education infrastructure and organized counselling mechanisms. One such critical gateway is UGMAC (Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling), conducted by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB). This detailed guide will help you understand everything you need to know about UGMAC MBBS Counselling for 2025, including eligibility, registration process, seat allotment, counselling rounds, documents required, and more.
🌐 What is UGMAC?
UGMAC is the centralized counselling process for admission into MBBS, BDS, and B.V.Sc. & A.H. courses in government and private medical and dental colleges in Bihar. The counselling is based on the NEET-UG 2025 scores and facilitates admissions under the 85% State Quota seats in government colleges and 100% seats in private colleges.
The remaining 15% All India Quota (AIQ) seats in government medical colleges are filled through MCC (Medical Counselling Committee) counselling.
📋 Eligibility Criteria for UGMAC 2025
To participate in UGMAC 2025, a candidate must fulfill the following criteria:
- NEET Qualification: The candidate must have qualified in NEET-UG 2025, meeting the minimum percentile requirement set by NTA.
- Domicile: The candidate must be a permanent resident (domicile) of Bihar.
- Academic Qualification:
- Must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English.
- Must have secured the minimum aggregate marks in PCB subjects as required by NMC for medical admissions.
- Age Limit: Should have attained 17 years of age by 31st December 2025.
🧾 Documents Required for UGMAC MBBS Counselling
Candidates must upload and later submit the following documents at the time of counselling and admission:
- NEET-UG 2025 Admit Card
- NEET-UG 2025 Score Card
- UGMAC 2025 Registration Slip
- Class 10 Mark Sheet & Certificate (for proof of date of birth)
- Class 12 Mark Sheet & Certificate
- Domicile Certificate of Bihar
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Income Certificate (for EWS/OBC benefits)
- Character Certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport-sized photographs (same as uploaded in NEET application)
- Disability Certificate (if claiming PwD reservation)
🗓️ UGMAC 2025 Counselling Schedule (Tentative)
The UGMAC 2025 counselling process generally follows this timeline:
| Event | Tentative Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Begins | July 2025 |
| Last Date of Registration | Mid-July 2025 |
| Merit List Publication | Late July 2025 |
| Round 1 Choice Filling | Early August 2025 |
| Seat Allotment Result (Round 1) | Mid August 2025 |
| Document Verification & Admission | Mid to Late August 2025 |
| Round 2 Registration (if any) | Late August 2025 |
| Mop-Up Round | September 2025 |
🖥️ Registration and Application Process
To participate in UGMAC counselling, follow these steps:
- Visit: https://bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
- Go to UGMAC Link: Click on “UGMAC” section on the homepage.
- Register: Enter personal and NEET-UG details to generate an account.
- Fill Application Form: Fill academic, personal, and communication details.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of required documents.
- Pay Counselling Fee:
- General/BC/EBC: ₹1200
- SC/ST/DQ: ₹600
- Download Registration Slip: Take a printout for reference.
🎯 UGMAC Counselling Rounds Explained
🔹 Round 1
- Available to all registered and eligible candidates.
- Candidates must fill and lock choices of colleges.
- Seats are allotted based on NEET rank, category, and preferences.
- Candidates allotted seats must report for document verification and admission.
🔹 Round 2
- For candidates who were not allotted seats in Round 1 or did not report.
- Fresh choice filling is required.
- Same process of seat allotment and document verification follows.
🔹 Mop-Up Round
- Held for vacant seats after Round 2.
- Open to candidates who didn’t get seats in earlier rounds.
- Offline reporting might be required depending on the notification.
🔹 Stray Vacancy Round
- Final round to fill leftover seats.
- No new registrations allowed; only existing registered candidates can participate.
- Conducted college-wise.
🏥 List of Participating Colleges (as of 2024; subject to 2025 updates)
Government Medical Colleges
- Patna Medical College, Patna
- Nalanda Medical College, Patna
- Darbhanga Medical College, Darbhanga
- AIIMS Patna (for AIQ only)
- IGIMS Patna
- SKMCH Muzaffarpur
- JLNMCH Bhagalpur
- Government Medical Colleges in Bettiah, Purnea, Chhapra, Samastipur, etc.
Private Medical Colleges
- Katihar Medical College, Katihar
- Narayan Medical College, Sasaram
- Mata Gujri Medical College, Kishanganj
- Shree Narayan Medical Institute, Saharsa
- Madhubani Medical College, Madhubani
- Others as listed on the BCECEB portal
💰 Fee Structure (Approximate)
- Government Colleges: ₹6,000 to ₹1.2 lakh per year
- Private Colleges: ₹9.6 to ₹16 lakh per year (excluding hostel, mess, and caution money)
🧠 Tips for UGMAC MBBS Counselling
- Prepare your documents early – any error can cost you a seat.
- Research colleges – know about seat matrix, facilities, and location.
- Monitor BCECEB website for daily updates.
- Don’t skip choice filling rounds, even if you scored high.
- Back-up options: Choose a mix of high and mid-preference colleges to increase your chances.
📌 Conclusion
UGMAC 2025 is your gateway to an MBBS seat in Bihar under the state quota. With rising competition and limited seats, staying informed and being proactive is crucial. Ensure timely registration, proper documentation, and strategic choice filling to maximize your chances of admission.
For official updates and registration, always refer to the BCECEB website.