The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has issued the notification for Post Graduate Medical Admission Counselling (PGMAC) 2026. Dated October 18, 2026, the notification invites qualified and eligible NEET PG 2026 candidates to register and participate in Round 1 and Round 2 counselling for postgraduate medical admissions in Bihar.

The counselling process covers MD, MS, Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), and DNB degree and diploma courses in government and private medical colleges across the state. Seat allotment will be based on NEET PG merit and candidates' submitted course and college preferences.

The Board has announced four counselling rounds in total. The detailed schedule and rules for subsequent rounds will be published separately on the official website.

Bihar PGMAC 2026 Important Dates

Candidates should carefully note the registration, choice-filling, rank-card and seat-allotment dates for Round 1 and Round 2.

Courses and Colleges Covered Under PGMAC 2026

The counselling process is being conducted for postgraduate medical seats in government and private medical institutions in Bihar.

The courses covered include:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD)

• Master of Surgery (MS)

• Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)

• Diplomate of National Board (DNB), degree and diploma courses

Government institutions listed in the notification include Patna Medical College, Darbhanga Medical College, Nalanda Medical College, Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sri Krishna Medical College, and other government medical colleges and designated hospitals in Bihar.

Private medical colleges listed include Katihar Medical College, MGM Medical College, Kishanganj, Narayan Medical College and Hospital, Sasaram, Madhubani Medical College, NSMCH, Bihta, and other participating institutions.

Candidates must check the official PGMAC 2026 seat matrix before submitting their applications and college preferences.

Bihar PGMAC 2026 Eligibility and Merit List

Candidates must have qualified NEET PG 2026 and satisfy the eligibility requirements specified in the PGMAC 2026 prospectus. The final merit list will be prepared after scrutiny of NEET PG data supplied by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS), through the Bihar Health Department, and in accordance with applicable rules and regulations.

Candidates who complete their online application and pay the counselling fee and security deposit within the prescribed period will be eligible to obtain their PGMAC 2026 rank cards.

The rank cards are scheduled to be published on October 30, 2026. Candidates can download them from the BCECEB website using their PGMAC ID and date of birth.

PGMAC 2026 Application Fee and Security Deposit

Candidates must pay the counselling fee and applicable security deposit online during registration and application submission.

The counselling fee is INR 2,200 for all listed categories, including Unreserved, Economically Weaker Section, Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, Backward Class, Extremely Backward Class and Disabled Quota candidates. The counselling fee is non-refundable. Online payment processing charges may apply.

The security deposit depends on the type of institution and the candidate's category.

The security deposit is refundable under the conditions specified by the Board. Candidates should read the notification and prospectus carefully before making payment.

How to Apply for Bihar PGMAC 2026

Eligible candidates must complete the registration, application and choice-filling process through the online PGMAC 2026 portal available on the BCECEB website.

Step 1: Registration

Visit the official website and open the PGMAC 2026 online portal. Enter the NEET PG 2026 roll number, candidate name and date of birth for identity authentication. Complete OTP verification using the registered mobile number and email address, create a password and obtain the PGMAC ID.

Step 2: Complete the Application Form

Log in using the NEET PG 2026 roll number and password. Fill in the personal information, permanent and correspondence addresses, educational details and other required information.

Candidates claiming eligibility based on service in remote or difficult areas must enter the relevant service details and upload the prescribed experience certificate, where applicable.

Step 3: Upload Documents

Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents according to the instructions on the portal. Ensure that the uploaded files are clear, accurate and complete.

Step 4: Review and Submit the Application

Check all entered details on the application preview page. Correct any errors before final submission. Complete the declaration and proceed to payment.

Step 5: Pay the Counselling Fee and Security Deposit

Pay the applicable counselling fee and security deposit through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI. The application will be considered incomplete if the required payment is not successfully reflected within the deadline.

Step 6: Fill and Lock Choices

After successful payment, select preferred courses and colleges in order of preference. Save the choices and complete the choice-locking process through OTP authentication before the deadline.

Step 7: Download the Confirmation Page and Choice Slip

Download the confirmation page, fee receipt and final choice slip. Keep copies for future reference and admission-related procedures.

Round 1 and Round 2 Counselling Rules

BCECEB has specified different requirements for candidates who receive a seat in Round 1 or Round 2.

• Round 1 Free Exit: Candidates who do not wish to join their Round 1 allotted seat can use the Free Exit option within the prescribed rules without forfeiture of the security deposit. They can participate in Round 2.

• Freeze candidates: Candidates who accept their allotted seat without opting for upgradation must complete the required admission process within the specified period. Failure to complete verification and admission can result in seat cancellation.

• Float candidates: Candidates who opt for upgradation to the next round will undergo online document verification based on their uploaded documents, subject to the applicable rules.

• Round 2 choices: Eligible candidates can edit their choices for Round 2. Candidates already allotted a seat in Round 1 cannot remove their Round 1 allotted choice through the choice-editing facility.

• Candidates without a Round 1 allotment: Candidates who were not allotted a seat can wait for the Round 2 result and edit their preferences. Those who do not wish to participate in Round 2 may remove their earlier choices through their accounts.

• Round 3 eligibility: Candidates admitted through Round 1 or Round 2 who do not resign from their allotted seats will not be eligible to participate in Round 3, as stated in the notification.

Candidates should read the complete counselling rules before freezing a seat, opting for upgradation, resigning or surrendering an allotment.

Documents Required for PGMAC 2026 Admission

Candidates should keep the original documents and the required scanned copies ready for verification and admission. Depending on eligibility and claims, the documents may include:

• Residential certificate

• Caste certificate, where applicable

• Economically Weaker Section certificate, where applicable

• College leaving certificate

• Rotatory internship completion certificate

• MBBS passing certificate and mark sheets

• Medical registration certificate

• NEET PG admit card and PGMAC 2026 rank card

• Class 10 or matriculation certificate

• Aadhaar card

• No-objection certificate from the employer, where applicable

• Certificate of service in rural, remote or difficult areas, where applicable

• In-service doctor certificate, where applicable

• Disabled Quota certificate and prescribed supporting documents, where applicable

• PGMAC 2026 application confirmation page

• Required check slip, biometric identification report and photographs

• Other documents specified in the prospectus

Candidates applying under the NRI quota must select the appropriate category during registration and upload the prescribed supporting documents and affidavits. Disabled Quota candidates must also follow the specific certificate and documentation requirements in the prospectus.

Important Instructions for Candidates

Candidates must use the mobile number and email address registered with their NEET PG 2026 application for OTP-based verification. The Board has stated that these contact details cannot be changed during the process.

The application correction facility is available only to candidates who have successfully submitted their application and completed the required payment within the deadline. Any edited application must be finally submitted, and candidates must check and lock their choices again where required.

Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date to complete registration, payment or choice locking. They should also verify private-college fee structures through the Board's website or the concerned institution before selecting preferences.

Official Website for Bihar PGMAC 2026

Candidates can access the application portal, prospectus, seat matrix, rank card and counselling updates through the official BCECEB website.

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

The detailed prospectus and subsequent counselling notices should be checked for the latest instructions and any changes to the schedule.

For Counselling & Admission Guidance, Call or WhatsApp: 9340961481

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