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NEET Counselling in Bihar

Complete guide to 21 UG colleges & 204 PG seats — cutoffs, fees, and counselling details

Data last updated: March 2026

UG Counselling Authority

Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB)

Open State

Official Website

https://bceceboard.bihar.gov.in/

Domicile / Eligibility

Must be a resident of Bihar. Must have completed Class 11 and 12 from Bihar. Non-domicile candidates eligible for Management Quota (35%) and NRI Quota in private colleges. Min age 17. Minimum PCB: 50% (General), 40% (SC/ST/OBC).

21

Total Colleges

3145

Total Seats

1628

Lowest Fee/Year

#1297

Best Cutoff Rank

By College Type

aiims 1
government 12
private 8

By Counselling

AIQ 10
management 8
state 3

By Course

MBBS 21

Top UG Colleges in Bihar

Ranked by General category cutoff (lowest rank = most competitive)

AIIMS MBBS

AIIMS Patna

Patna, Bihar

Cutoff Rank

#1297

₹1628/yr
Government MBBS

Patna Medical College

Patna, Bihar

Cutoff Rank

#5045

₹9500/yr
Government MBBS

IGIMS, Patna

Patna, Bihar

Cutoff Rank

#7506

₹81667/yr
Government MBBS

Government Medical College, Bettiah

Bettiah, Bihar

Cutoff Rank

#8460

₹9500/yr
Government MBBS

Government Medical College, Purnea

Purnea, Bihar

Cutoff Rank

#14292

₹9500/yr
Government MBBS

Shri Krishna Medical College, Muzzafarpur

Muzzafarpur, Bihar

Cutoff Rank

#18502

₹9500/yr
Government MBBS

Employees State Insurance Corporation Medical College, Patna

Patna, Bihar

Cutoff Rank

#18502

₹9500/yr
Government MBBS

Vardhman Institute of Medical Sciences, Pawapuri, Nalanda

Nalanda, Bihar

Cutoff Rank

#19226

₹9500/yr
Private MBBS

Netaji Subhas Medical College & Hospital, Amhara, Bihta, Patna Amhara

Patna, Bihar

Cutoff Rank

#27331

₹1920000/yr
Government MBBS

Nalanda Medical College, Patna

Patna, Bihar

Cutoff Rank

#35000

₹6100/yr

All UG Colleges in Bihar

21 colleges accepting NEET UG scores

College Type Course Gen Cutoff Fee/Year Seats
AIIMS Patna Patna aiims MBBS #1297 ₹1628 125
Patna Medical College Patna government MBBS #5045 ₹9500 200
IGIMS, Patna Patna government MBBS #7506 ₹81667 150
Government Medical College, Bettiah Bettiah government MBBS #8460 ₹9500 120
Government Medical College, Purnea Purnea government MBBS #14292 ₹9500 100
Shri Krishna Medical College, Muzzafarpur Muzzafarpur government MBBS #18502 ₹9500 120
Employees State Insurance Corporation Medical College, Patna Patna government MBBS #18502 ₹9500 100
Vardhman Institute of Medical Sciences, Pawapuri, Nalanda Nalanda government MBBS #19226 ₹9500 120
Netaji Subhas Medical College & Hospital, Amhara, Bihta, Patna Amhara Patna private MBBS #27331 ₹1920000 150
Nalanda Medical College, Patna Patna government MBBS #35000 ₹6100 150

NEET UG Counselling Process in Bihar

Rounds & process (4 rounds)

Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) conducts 4 rounds of UG counselling:

  1. Round 1
  2. Round 2
  3. Round 3 (Mop-Up)
  4. Stray Vacancy Round

The general process involves: registration on the official portal, document verification, online choice filling, seat allotment, and reporting to the allotted college with original documents and fee payment.

Fees & deposits

Registration Fee

Rs 1,200 (UR/EWS/BC/EBC). Rs 600 (SC/ST/DQ). Non-refundable.

Security Deposit

Rs 10,000 (Govt UR/EWS). Rs 5,000 (Govt SC/ST/BC/EBC). Rs 2,00,000 (Private Medical). Rs 50,000 (Private Dental). Higher amount applies if choosing both.

Important dates and deadlines
State counselling in Bihar typically begins 2-4 weeks after NEET UG results are declared. The entire process (including mop-up rounds) usually spans 2-3 months. Key deadlines include registration closing dates, document verification dates, choice-filling windows, and college reporting deadlines. Missing any deadline can cost you your seat. Always check the official BCECEB portal for exact dates, as they change every year.
Choice filling tips for Bihar
  • Put your dream colleges first — you won't lose anything by reaching high
  • Keep safe colleges in the middle — ones where your rank is comfortably within cutoff
  • Add backup options at the end — colleges you'd accept as a last resort
  • Fill at least 10-15 choices to maximize your chances
  • Don't skip rounds — seats vacated by other candidates open up in later rounds
  • Prioritize government colleges for fees — the cost difference over 5 years is massive

Quotas & Reservation in Bihar

3545

Total MBBS Seats

1645

Govt Seats

35%

Management Quota

15%

NRI Quota

Reservation Policy

EBC (Extremely Backward Class) — 18% SC — 16% BC (Backward Class) — 12% EWS — 10% RCG (Reserved Category Girls) — 3% ST — 1%

Key Highlights

  • 50% of private college seats offered at government-level tuition (Rs 9,000/year) — makes private seats affordable
  • Reserved Category Girls (RCG) 3% quota — unique to Bihar
  • Extremely Backward Class (EBC) 18% reservation — one of the highest in India
  • Muslim Minority (~372 seats) and Sikh Minority (~76 seats) quotas are significant in private colleges
  • All rounds conducted entirely online — no physical counselling centers
  • Anti-round-shopping rule: candidates forfeited in earlier rounds who get Stray seats will also be cancelled
  • Only online resignations through UGMAC portal are valid — offline/email resignations not accepted
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many medical colleges are in Bihar?

Bihar has 21 medical, dental, and AYUSH colleges that accept NEET UG scores. This includes government, private, and deemed institutions.

What is the lowest NEET cutoff in Bihar?

The most competitive (lowest) cutoff rank in Bihar is #1297 for General category based on 2024 data. Use our College Predictor to check which colleges match your rank.

How does NEET counselling work in Bihar?

Bihar counselling is conducted by Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) in 4 rounds. Candidates with Bihar domicile are eligible for state quota seats (85%), while 15% of government seats come under All India Quota (MCC counselling).

How many NEET PG seats are in Bihar?

Bihar has 204 PG seats across 46 colleges, covering MD, MS, DNB, and Diploma specialities. Use the PG tab above to explore all available seats.

What are the most popular PG specialities in Bihar?

The most popular PG specialities in Bihar are DGO(NBEMS) (11 seats), PHYSIOLOGY (9 seats), DCH(NBEMS) (9 seats), PATHOLOGY (8 seats), OBG (8 seats). Switch to the PG tab to see the full breakdown.

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