The expected BCECEB UGMAC 2026 general category cutoff for MBBS seats in Bihar government colleges ranges from approximately 540 to 665 NEET marks, based on 2025 counselling trends.
Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) conducts the Undergraduate Medical Admission Counselling (UGMAC) for MBBS and BDS seats across government and private medical colleges in Bihar. Admission is granted purely on NEET UG score and Bihar state merit rank. For general category students targeting a government medical college, the minimum NEET mark required is far above the national qualifying threshold.
- NEET UG carries a total of 720 marks; general category qualifying cutoff is the 50th percentile.
- PMCH Patna, Bihar’s top government medical college, is expected to close near 645–665 NEET marks for general category in 2026.
- The minimum NEET score to target any government MBBS seat in Bihar under general category is expected around 510–540 marks.
- Private MBBS colleges in Bihar may be accessible at approximately 300–350 NEET marks for general category.
- BCECEB UGMAC 2026 counselling is expected to begin in July–August 2026, subject to NEET UG 2026 result declaration.
What is BCECEB UGMAC General Category Cutoff
The BCECEB UGMAC general category cutoff is the minimum NEET UG score — expressed as a Bihar state merit rank — at which the last unreserved seat in a particular college is allotted in a given counselling round. BCECEB publishes opening and closing cutoffs after each round of UGMAC seat allotment.
For UGMAC 2026, cutoffs will be based on NEET UG 2026 marks out of 720. General category students must score at or above the closing cutoff of their target college to secure admission in that round.
BCECEB UGMAC 2025 General Category Cutoff (Previous Year)
The 2025 UGMAC cutoffs are the primary reference for predicting 2026 trends. The table below shows approximate college-wise closing NEET scores for general category students in UGMAC 2025 Round 1, based on available data.
| College | Type | Closing NEET Score — General (2025) | Bihar State Closing Rank (Approx) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PMCH, Patna | Government | 640 – 660 | Up to ~3,500 |
| NMCH, Patna | Government | 610 – 640 | Up to ~6,000 |
| DMCH, Darbhanga | Government | 595 – 620 | Up to ~8,000 |
| SKMCH, Muzaffarpur | Government | 580 – 605 | Up to ~10,000 |
| ANMMCH, Gaya | Government | 555 – 585 | Up to ~13,000 |
| JLNMCH, Bhagalpur | Government | 540 – 570 | Up to ~15,000 |
| Private Colleges (top tier) | Private | 450 – 530 | Varies |
| Private Colleges (other) | Private | 300 – 450 | Varies |
BCECEB UGMAC 2026 Expected General Category Cutoff
Based on 2024–2025 trends and projected NEET UG 2026 participation from Bihar, the table below shows expected closing NEET scores for general category students in UGMAC 2026 Round 1.
| College | Expected Closing NEET Score — General (2026) | Expected Bihar State Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| PMCH, Patna | 645 – 665 | Up to ~3,000 |
| NMCH, Patna | 615 – 645 | Up to ~5,500 |
| DMCH, Darbhanga | 600 – 625 | Up to ~7,500 |
| SKMCH, Muzaffarpur | 580 – 610 | Up to ~9,500 |
| ANMMCH, Gaya | 558 – 588 | Up to ~12,500 |
| JLNMCH, Bhagalpur | 542 – 572 | Up to ~14,500 |
| Private Colleges (top tier) | 450 – 540 | Varies |
| Private Colleges (general) | 300 – 450 | Varies |
All cutoff figures above are expected estimates based on 2025 trends. Official 2026 cutoffs will be released by BCECEB after each round of UGMAC 2026 counselling.
Minimum NEET Score for MBBS in Bihar — General Category
The minimum NEET score you need for MBBS in Bihar under the general category depends on whether your target is a government or private college. The table below summarises the expected 2026 thresholds.
| Seat Type | Minimum NEET Score — General Category (2026 Expected) |
|---|---|
| Any government MBBS seat in Bihar | ~510 – 540 |
| Top 3 government colleges (PMCH / NMCH / DMCH) | ~600+ |
| PMCH Patna specifically | ~645+ |
| Private MBBS college in Bihar | ~300 – 350 |
| NEET national qualifying threshold (general) | ~145 – 165 (eligible to register but not sufficient for Bihar college admission) |
Scoring above 540 gives you a realistic chance at a government MBBS seat through UGMAC 2026. Scoring between 300 and 500 keeps private college options in Bihar open, particularly in later counselling rounds.
Factors Affecting BCECEB UGMAC 2026 General Category Cutoff
Several variables will determine how high or low the UGMAC 2026 closing cutoff settles for general category students.
- NEET UG 2026 difficulty and score distribution: A tougher paper lowers top scores and eases state cutoffs slightly; an easier paper raises competition across all colleges.
- Total MBBS seats in Bihar: Any new college approvals or seat increases in 2026 create additional room and ease the cutoff at the lower end.
- Bihar-domicile NEET qualifiers count: A higher number of students from Bihar clearing NEET UG intensifies intra-state competition and pushes cutoffs upward.
- Reservation seat split per college: The share of unreserved general category seats in each government college directly caps how many students can secure admission at a given rank.
- Multiple counselling rounds: Closing cutoffs typically ease from Round 1 to Round 2 and the mop-up round as top-ranked students lock seats at their preferred colleges.
BCECEB UGMAC 2026 General Category Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the minimum NEET score for MBBS in Bihar government colleges for general category in 2026?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, general category students need approximately 510–540 NEET marks out of 720 to compete for the least selective Bihar government MBBS seats through UGMAC 2026. For PMCH Patna, the expected minimum is around 645 marks.
Ques. How does BCECEB determine the UGMAC general category cutoff?
Ans. BCECEB assigns Bihar state merit ranks to all NEET-qualified students with valid Bihar domicile, in order of NEET UG marks. The closing cutoff for a college is the NEET score of the last general category student allotted a seat in that round of UGMAC counselling.
Ques. Can a general category student with 500 NEET marks get MBBS in Bihar?
Ans. With 500 NEET marks, securing a government MBBS seat in Bihar under general category is unlikely based on 2025 trends, as most government college cutoffs closed above 540. However, several private MBBS colleges in Bihar may be accessible at this score in Round 2 or the mop-up round, subject to seat availability.
Ques. Does BCECEB UGMAC release separate cutoffs for each counselling round?
Ans. Yes. BCECEB publishes opening and closing cutoffs separately for Round 1, Round 2 and the mop-up round. General category closing cutoffs typically ease in later rounds as higher-ranked students finalise seats at their preferred colleges.
Ques. When will BCECEB UGMAC 2026 official cutoffs be released?
Ans. BCECEB UGMAC 2026 counselling is expected in July–August 2026 after NEET UG 2026 results are announced. Official college-wise cutoffs will be published on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in after each round of seat allotment.
Ques. Is the NEET qualifying cutoff the same as the UGMAC admission cutoff for general category?
Ans. No. The NEET qualifying cutoff (50th percentile, around 145–165 marks for general category) only makes you eligible to register for UGMAC counselling. The actual admission cutoff for Bihar government colleges is far higher — approximately 540 to 665 NEET marks for general category — because of competition for limited seats.
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