BCECEB UGMAC 2026 seat matrix is expected to include approximately 1,232 state quota MBBS seats across 12 government medical colleges and 115 state quota BDS seats across 2 government dental colleges in Bihar, based on 2025 seat distribution trends.
The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) conducts Undergraduate Medical Admission Counselling (UGMAC) each year to fill the state quota of seats in government medical and dental colleges across Bihar. All seats are allotted on the basis of NEET UG 2026 scores and merit rank. The seat matrix — released by BCECEB before counselling registration begins — lists every participating college, the total number of seats, and the category-wise breakdown. Of all seats in each government college, 85% form the state quota filled through UGMAC, while the remaining 15% are All India Quota (AIQ) seats, filled separately by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) and not covered under UGMAC.
- Expected total state quota MBBS seats: 1,232 across 12 government medical colleges.
- Expected total state quota BDS seats: 115 across 2 government dental colleges.
- Patna Medical College (PMC), Patna leads with the highest state quota MBBS seats at 165.
- Seats are reserved under UR, SC, ST, EBC, BC, EWS, and DQ (Disabled Quota) categories.
- AIQ seats (15%) are handled by MCC and are not part of UGMAC counselling.
| Direct Link to BCECEB UGMAC 2026 Seat Matrix (RELEASING SOON) |
UGMAC 2026 Seat Matrix Overview
The UGMAC 2026 seat matrix is the primary reference document for students seeking MBBS or BDS admission through Bihar state counselling. It is published by BCECEB on its official portal before registration opens. The 2026 matrix is expected to closely follow 2025 figures; any increase in seats requires prior approval from the National Medical Commission (NMC). Students must always verify final figures in the officially released prospectus at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
| Parameter | Expected Details (Based on 2025 Trends) |
|---|---|
| Government MBBS Seats (State Quota) | ~1,232 |
| Private MBBS Seats | ~1,350 |
| Government BDS Seats (State Quota) | ~115 |
| Private BDS Seats | ~200 |
| Government Medical Colleges (MBBS) | 12 |
| Government Dental Colleges (BDS) | 2 |
| State Quota Share | 85% of total institutional seats |
| All India Quota (AIQ) | 15% — filled by MCC, not UGMAC |
| Basis of Allotment | NEET UG 2026 score and Bihar merit rank |
Government MBBS Seat Distribution
The table below shows the expected college-wise state quota MBBS seat distribution for UGMAC 2026, based on the officially published 2025 seat matrix. DQ (Disabled Quota) is a horizontal reservation carved from within the vertical category seats — it is not an additional pool. Additional sub-categories such as RCG (Reserved for Children of Government Employees) may also appear in the official 2026 prospectus.
| Government Medical College | State Quota Seats | UR | SC | ST | EBC | BC | EWS | DQ* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patna Medical College (PMC), Patna | 165 | 44 | 17 | 1 | 20 | 13 | 11 | 8 |
| IGIMS, Patna | 128 | 34 | 14 | 1 | 15 | 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Nalanda Medical College (NMC), Patna | 124 | 33 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JLNMC), Bhagalpur | 98 | 26 | 11 | 1 | 11 | 8 | 6 | 5 |
| Darbhanga Medical College (DMC), Laheriasarai | 97 | 26 | 10 | 1 | 11 | 8 | 7 | 5 |
| Sri Krishna Medical College (SKMC), Muzaffarpur | 98 | 26 | 11 | 1 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 5 |
| Anugrah Narayan Magadh Medical College (ANMMC), Gaya | 98 | 26 | 11 | 1 | 11 | 8 | 7 | 5 |
| Government Medical College (GMC), Bettiah | 102 | 28 | 11 | 1 | 13 | 8 | 7 | 5 |
| Jannayak Karpoori Thakur Medical College (JKTMC), Madhepura | 85 | 23 | 9 | 1 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 4 |
| Government Medical College (GMC), Purnea | 85 | 23 | 9 | 1 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 4 |
| ESIC Medical College, Patna | 50 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| BMIMS / VIMS, Pawapuri, Nalanda | 102 | 27 | 11 | 1 | 13 | 8 | 7 | 5 |
*DQ (Disabled Quota) is a horizontal reservation within other vertical categories, not an additional seat pool. All data is based on the UGMAC 2025 seat matrix released by BCECEB; official 2026 figures will be published on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
Government BDS Seat Distribution
Bihar has 2 government dental colleges participating in UGMAC. Together, they are expected to offer approximately 115 state quota BDS seats in 2026, based on the 2025 matrix. The remaining 15% of BDS seats in each college form the AIQ, managed by MCC separately.
| Government Dental College | Location | Expected State Quota BDS Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Patna Dental College and Hospital | Patna | ~34 |
| Government Dental College | Nalanda | ~81 |
| Total | ~115 |
Bihar Reservation Categories Under UGMAC
All state quota seats under UGMAC 2026 are distributed across reservation categories defined by the Government of Bihar. You must submit valid category certificates at the time of document verification to claim a reserved seat. The Disabled Quota (DQ) is a horizontal reservation — DQ seats are set aside within each vertical category, not as an extra pool on top of the total. Students applying under DQ must have at least 40% benchmark disability, certified by a competent government authority.
| Category | Full Form | Approximate Reservation |
|---|---|---|
| UR | Unreserved / General | Open merit (no reservation) |
| EBC | Extremely Backward Class | ~18% |
| SC | Scheduled Caste | ~16% |
| BC | Backward Class | ~12% |
| EWS | Economically Weaker Section | 10% |
| ST | Scheduled Tribe | ~1% |
| DQ | Disabled Quota (PwD) | 5% horizontal within all vertical categories |
Total MBBS and BDS Seats: Government vs Private
UGMAC 2026 covers both government and private medical and dental colleges in Bihar. Private college seats follow different fee structures and include NRI and minority quotas not present in government colleges. The overall expected seat pool for 2026, based on 2025 trends, is given below.
| Programme | Government Colleges (State Quota) | Private Colleges | Total (Expected) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | 1,232 | 1,350 | 2,582 |
| BDS | 115 | 200 | 315 |
| Grand Total | 1,347 | 1,550 | 2,897 |
BCECEB UGMAC 2026 Seat Matrix FAQs
Ques. How many MBBS seats are available in Bihar government medical colleges through UGMAC 2026?
Ans. Based on 2025 seat matrix trends, approximately 1,232 state quota MBBS seats are expected across 12 government medical colleges under UGMAC 2026. The official 2026 figure will be published on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in once released.
Ques. Which Bihar government medical college has the most MBBS seats under UGMAC state quota?
Ans. Patna Medical College (PMC), Patna, is expected to have the highest state quota MBBS seats — approximately 165 — making it the most competitive government college under UGMAC 2026.
Ques. What is the difference between state quota and All India Quota (AIQ) seats in Bihar MBBS admission?
Ans. 85% of the total seats in each government medical college are state quota seats, filled through UGMAC by BCECEB. The remaining 15% are AIQ seats, filled separately by MCC. AIQ seats are not part of UGMAC and you must register on the MCC portal to be eligible for them.
Ques. How many BDS seats are available through UGMAC 2026?
Ans. Approximately 115 state quota BDS seats are expected across 2 government dental colleges and about 200 BDS seats in 3 private dental colleges, bringing the expected total to approximately 315 BDS seats under UGMAC 2026.
Ques. What reservation categories apply to UGMAC 2026 state quota seats?
Ans. State quota seats under UGMAC 2026 are reserved across UR, SC, ST, EBC (Extremely Backward Class), BC (Backward Class), EWS (Economically Weaker Section), and DQ (Disabled Quota — a horizontal reservation within all categories). Additional sub-categories such as RCG may also apply as per the official BCECEB 2026 prospectus.
Ques. When will the BCECEB UGMAC 2026 official seat matrix be released?
Ans. The official UGMAC 2026 seat matrix is expected to be published on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in before counselling registration opens. Students should check the official BCECEB portal regularly for the prospectus and seat matrix notification.
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