Bihar AYUSH 2026 Revised Seat Matrix Out; 742 State-Quota BAMS, BHMS, BUMS Seats

The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has made the revised seat matrix for Bihar UGMAC[AYUSH]-2026 counselling available on its official website.

The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has made the revised seat matrix for Bihar UGMAC[AYUSH]-2026 counselling available on its official website. The updated matrix covers BAMS, BHMS and BUMS admissions through NEET UG 2026. Based on the state-quota totals displayed in the revised BCECEB matrix, 742 seats are available across government and recognised private AYUSH colleges. Of these, 297 are government state-quota seats and 445 are private state-quota seats. Course-wise, the revised matrix accounts for 516 BAMS seats, 64 BHMS seats and 162 BUMS seats under the state-quota totals displayed in the document. Candidates participating in Bihar AYUSH counselling should check the revised matrix before finalising their college and course preferences. Online registration and payment continue until September 26, 2026 at 11:59 PM, while choice filling and locking can be completed until September 29 at 11:59 PM.

Bihar AYUSH Revised Seat Matrix 2026: Key Highlights

BCECEB's official website currently lists the document as “Revised Seat Matrix for UGMAC[AYUSH]-2026” in its Download Section.

Source: @bceceboard.bihar.gov.in

How Many Seats Are Available in Bihar AYUSH Counselling 2026?

The revised BCECEB seat matrix displays 742 state-quota seats when the government and private course totals shown in the document are combined.

The government-college section of the official PDF records 297 state-quota seats, while the recognised-private-college sections show 378 BAMS and 67 BUMS state-quota seats. Candidates should use the revised matrix rather than an older downloaded copy while arranging preferences.

Government AYUSH Seats in Bihar 2026

The revised matrix lists four government AYUSH institutions under the state counselling seat distribution.

R.B.T.S. Homoeopathic Medical College, Muzaffarpur

• Course: BHMS
• State-quota seats: 64

R.A.C. Patna

• Course: BAMS
• State-quota seats: 106

R.A.C. Begusarai

• Course: BAMS
• State-quota seats: 32

Government Tibbi College, Patna

• Course: BUMS
• State-quota seats shown in the matrix: 95

Together, these institutions account for 297 government state-quota seats. The matrix also notes that 13 BUMS seats at Government Tibbi College, Patna are to be filled through Pre-Tib., which candidates should consider when interpreting the overall sanctioned-seat figures.

Bihar UGMAC AYUSH 2026 Important Dates

The Round 1 counselling process began after BCECEB issued its UGMAC[AYUSH]-2026 notices dated September 18.

The revised seat matrix is available on the BCECEB portal as of September 23, 2026. The counselling schedule itself remains unchanged.

Who Can Participate in Bihar UGMAC AYUSH 2026?

Bihar AYUSH undergraduate counselling is conducted for admission to BAMS, BHMS and BUMS courses using NEET UG 2026 merit. Candidates must satisfy the applicable counselling eligibility requirements and complete BCECEB's online registration process to participate in seat allotment. The Bihar AYUSH counselling registration process opened on September 21, and NEET UG 2026-qualified candidates have until September 26 to complete the applicable registration process. Candidates should refer to the official UGMAC[AYUSH]-2026 prospectus for final eligibility, domicile, reservation and documentation requirements.

How to Download the Bihar AYUSH Revised Seat Matrix

Candidates can check the revised document through BCECEB's official portal.

1. Visit the BCECEB website.
2. Open the UGMAC[AYUSH]-2026 section or the Download Section.
3. Find “Revised Seat Matrix for UGMAC[AYUSH]-2026.”
4. Open the PDF.
5. Check the relevant BAMS, BHMS or BUMS college.
6. Review the state-quota, AIQ and applicable category details carefully.
7. Use the revised document while finalising preferences.
8. The revised seat matrix is currently listed directly in BCECEB's official Download Section.

What Should Candidates Check Before Locking Choices?

Candidates should not select colleges only on the basis of the total number of available seats.

Before locking choices, check:

1. NEET UG 2026 merit position;
2. course preference between BAMS, BHMS and BUMS;
3. government or private college preference;
4. state-quota seat availability;
5. reservation category;
6. applicable tuition and counselling costs;
7. college location;
8. willingness to join if allotted; and
9. any special remarks shown against an institution in the revised matrix.
10. Candidates should also make sure they are referring to the revised matrix rather than the earlier version.

Bihar AYUSH Choice Filling Deadline

The last date for Bihar UGMAC AYUSH Round 1 choice filling and locking is September 29, 2026 at 11:59 PM. The rank card is scheduled to become available on September 28. Candidates should review their counselling position and revised seat availability before locking their final preference order.

What Happens After Choice Filling?

BCECEB is scheduled to publish the Round 1 provisional seat allotment result on October 1, 2026. Candidates receiving an allotment can download the allotment order from October 1 to October 4. Round 1 document verification and admission are scheduled for October 3 and October 4, 2026. Candidates should continue checking the BCECEB website for any additional notice or revision before reporting for admission.

What Candidates Should Do Now

Candidates currently participating in Bihar UGMAC AYUSH 2026 should:

1. Download and review the revised seat matrix.
2. Check the updated state-quota seat distribution.
3. Complete registration and payment before September 26 at 11:59 PM.
4. Download the rank card on September 28.
5. Review BAMS, BHMS and BUMS preferences carefully.
6. Complete and lock choices before September 29 at 11:59 PM.
7. Check the Round 1 provisional allotment result on October 1.