Bihar UGMAC 2026 Round 1 Seat Matrix Released: 4,400 MBBS, BDS Seats at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in

The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) today, 7 August 2026, released the UGMAC 2026 Round 1 seat matrix for MBBS and BDS admissions on its official website, bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. This crucial document provides a full overview of available govt and private seats, allowing candidates to strategically scheme their college choices well in advance.

The newly released seat matrix outlines the distribution of 4,400 MBBS and BDS seats across both government and private institutions. This early release aims to provide transparency and assist applicants in making informed decisions based on their NEET UG 2026 scores and state merit ranks.

UGMAC 2026 Seat Matrix: Key Details and Distribution

The UGMAC 2026 Round 1 seat matrix, available as a direct PDF titled UGMAC26_SM_R1.pdf, details the allocation of medical and dental seats across Bihar. Per the BCECEB, the document lists a grand total of 4,400 MBBS and BDS seats. This year, Bihar has notably increased its private MBBS seat capacity by adding 550 new seats, reflecting an expansion in medical education opportunities within the state.

UGMAC 2026 Admission Process and Counselling Fees

Admission to MBBS and BDS courses through UGMAC 2026 will be strictly based on the candidates’ performance in NEET UG 2026 and their subsequent state merit rank. The counselling process is structured into three main rounds, followed by a stray vacancy round, ensuring multiple opportunities for seat allocation. Candidates are advised to carefully review the seat matrix to understand their prospects before the registration window opens.

UGMAC 2026 Counselling Fee

Candidates must pay the prescribed UGMAC 2026 counselling fee online during registration, with the amount varying based on category and college type.

Note: The registration and counselling fee for candidates applying to private colleges is ₹1,200 irrespective of category and is non-refundable.

How to Download the UGMAC 2026 Round 1 Seat Matrix

Candidates can easily access and download the UGMAC 2026 Round 1 seat matrix from the official BCECEB website. Reviewing this document is a critical first step for all aspirants to understand the available options and prepare for the upcoming counselling registration.

1. Go to the official website of the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
2. On the homepage, locate and click on the link titled ‘Seat Matrix of UGMAC-2026’.
3. The UGMAC26_SM_R1.pdf file containing the detailed seat matrix will open in a new tab.
4. Candidates are advised to download and save the PDF for future reference and to plan their college preferences.

What’s Next for UGMAC 2026 Candidates?

With the release of the UGMAC 2026 Round 1 seat matrix, candidates should now focus on shortlisting their preferred colleges based on their NEET UG 2026 scores and state merit ranks. The next crucial step will be to register on the UGMAC 2026 portal within the notified window, which will be announced by the BCECEB in due course. Following registration, candidates will proceed with choice filling, where they will lock in their college and course preferences based on the released seat matrix.

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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