The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has released the notification for Under Graduate Medical Admission Counselling (Ayush) [UGMAC(Ayush)] 2026.
The counselling is open to eligible NEET UG 2026-qualified candidates seeking admission to first-year BAMS, BHMS and BUMS courses in government and private AYUSH colleges across Bihar.
The counselling will be conducted through Advertisement No. BCECEB[UGMAC(Ayush)]-2026/02, dated September 18, 2026. The UGMAC(Ayush) merit and rank list will be prepared using the NEET UG 2026 merit list released by the National Testing Agency.
Courses and Colleges Covered
UGMAC(Ayush) 2026 counselling covers admission to:
- BAMS — Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery.
- BHMS — Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery.
- BUMS — Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery.
Candidates can apply for seats in:
- Government AYUSH colleges.
- Private Ayurveda colleges.
- Private Homoeopathic colleges.
- Private Unani colleges.
The counselling process will be conducted entirely online in four rounds.
Registration Start Date
Online registration and choice filling for Round 1 and Round 2 will begin on:
September 21, 2026
Before registration, candidates should check the seat matrix uploaded on the official BCECEB website and confirm the available courses, colleges and seat categories.
UGMAC Ayush 2026 Application Process
Candidates can apply by following these steps:
- Register using the NEET UG 2026 roll number, name and date of birth.
- Complete OTP verification through the registered mobile number or email address.
- Enter personal, contact and educational details.
- Upload the photograph and signature.
- Preview the application form.
- Submit the application finally.
- Pay the counselling fee and refundable security deposit online.
- Fill and lock preferred courses and colleges.
- Download the confirmation page and fee receipt.
- Download the choice slip for future reference.
Counselling Fee
| College Type | UR/EWS/BC/EBC | SC/ST/DQ |
|---|---|---|
| Government AYUSH college | ₹1,200 | ₹600 |
| Private AYUSH college | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| Government and private colleges | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
The counselling fee is non-refundable.
Refundable Security Deposit
| College Type | Security Deposit |
|---|---|
| Government AYUSH college | ₹10,000 |
| Private AYUSH college | ₹50,000 |
| Government and private colleges | ₹50,000 |
The security deposit is refundable according to the rules prescribed by BCECEB.
UGMAC Ayush 2026 Round 1 Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Seat matrix uploaded | September 18, 2026 |
| Registration and application begins | September 21, 2026 |
| Last date for registration and payment | September 26, 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Rank Card publication | September 28, 2026 |
| Last date for choice filling and locking | September 29, 2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Provisional seat allotment result | October 1, 2026 |
| Download allotment order | October 1 to 4, 2026 |
| Document verification and admission | October 3 to 4, 2026 |
UGMAC Ayush 2026 Round 2 Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Free exit from Round 1 | October 5, 2026 |
| Choice filling and editing | October 6, 2026 |
| Last date for choice filling and locking | October 7, 2026 |
| Provisional seat allotment result | October 10, 2026 |
| Download allotment order | October 10 to 13, 2026 |
| Document verification and admission | October 12 to 13, 2026 |
Candidates should follow the official portal for the schedule of the remaining counselling rounds.
Documents Required
Candidates must carry the original documents and required photocopies during admission:
- NEET UG 2026 admit card.
- NEET UG 2026 scorecard.
- Matriculation mark sheet or admit card.
- Intermediate mark sheet or admit card.
- Residential certificate.
- Caste certificate, if applicable.
- Aadhaar card.
- Six recent passport-size photographs.
- Downloaded application confirmation page.
- Fee payment receipt.
- Choice slip.
- DQ, PwBD, EWS or other applicable certificates.
Candidates should ensure that certificates are valid and issued by the competent authority.
Important Instructions
- Review the complete UGMAC(Ayush) prospectus before applying.
- Check the official seat matrix before filling choices.
- Enter details exactly as mentioned in the NEET UG record.
- Complete online fee payment before the deadline.
- Save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
- Lock choices within the prescribed time.
- Carry original documents for verification.
- Report to the allotted institute within the admission schedule.
- Follow the official rules regarding Free Exit and seat retention.
Official Website
Candidates should visit the official BCECEB website for registration, seat matrix, prospectus, allotment results and admission notices:
Candidates should rely only on notices published by BCECEB for final dates, fee rules, seat availability and admission instructions.
UGMAC Ayush 2026: Key Takeaway
BCECEB has started the UGMAC(Ayush) 2026 admission process for BAMS, BHMS and BUMS courses in Bihar. Registration and choice filling begin on September 21, 2026, while the last date for registration and payment is September 26, 2026. Candidates should check the seat matrix, pay the applicable fee and refundable security deposit, and complete choice locking before the notified deadline.
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