Bihar UGMAC 2026 Special Stray Round Schedule Released; Check Eligibility, 322 Vacant Seats and Registration Details
Published 4 Nov 202611 min read
The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB), Patna, has released the UGMAC 2026 Special Stray Round Counselling Schedule on its official website, bceceboard.bihar.gov.in . The board issued two important notices, numbered BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/18 and BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/19, on November 4, 2026. The Special Stray Round is the final counselling phase for undergraduate medical and allied science admissions in Bihar for the 2026 academic session. The counselling process aims to fill approximately 322 vacant seats remaining after the completion of the regular Stray Vacancy Round on October 31, 2026. Through this special round, eligible candidates can seek admission to MBBS, BDS, Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (BVSc and AH), and Bachelor of Fisheries Science (BFSc) programmes offered by participating institutions across Bihar. Candidates who registered for Bihar UGMAC 2026 but could not secure admission in the earlier counselling rounds can check the latest notices and participate, subject to the eligibility conditions prescribed by BCECEB.
Bihar UGMAC 2026 Special Stray Round: Key Highlights
Here are the important details of the latest BCECEB Special Stray Round notification.
Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
Conducting Authority | BCECEB, Patna |
Counselling Name | UGMAC 2026 Special Stray Round |
Notice Numbers | BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/18 and 2026/19 |
Notice Release Date | November 4, 2026 |
Counselling Round | Special Stray Round |
Vacant Seats | Approximately 322 |
Courses Covered | MBBS, BDS, BVSc and AH, BFSc |
Admission Basis | NEET UG 2026, where applicable |
Counselling Mode | Online |
Official Website | bceceboard.bihar.gov.in |
What Is Bihar UGMAC 2026 Special Stray Round?
The UGMAC 2026 Special Stray Round is an additional counselling phase conducted by BCECEB to fill undergraduate medical and allied science seats that remain vacant after the regular counselling process. The regular Stray Vacancy Round concluded on October 31, 2026. However, several seats remained unfilled in medical, dental and other participating institutions across Bihar. To utilise these remaining vacancies, BCECEB has announced the Special Stray Round.
According to the provided notification details, approximately 322 seats are available for admission through this round. The vacancies cover the following programmes:
- MBBS – Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery.
- BDS – Bachelor of Dental Surgery.
- BVSc and AH – Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry.
- BFSc – Bachelor of Fisheries Science.
Candidates should check the official seat matrix to identify available seats according to their preferred course, college and applicable category.
Who Is Eligible for Bihar UGMAC 2026 Special Stray Round?
The Special Stray Round is intended for candidates who registered for UGMAC 2026 but could not secure admission during the previous counselling rounds. Candidates must fulfil the eligibility requirements specified in the latest BCECEB notices.
The general eligibility conditions include:
- Applicants must have completed registration for Bihar UGMAC 2026.
- Candidates must have qualified NEET UG 2026 wherever required for the selected course.
- Applicants must satisfy the applicable eligibility criteria for their preferred programme.
- Candidates must fulfil Bihar domicile requirements wherever applicable.
- Candidates who remained without a seat after the earlier counselling rounds may participate, subject to the official rules.
- Candidates must complete fresh registration or choice filling as instructed by BCECEB.
- Candidates who have already secured admission and joined an institution under an earlier counselling round should carefully check the participation and resignation rules.
In certain circumstances, candidates holding an earlier allotted seat may be required to resign before participating in the Special Stray Round. Applicants should not surrender an existing seat without first checking the official notification and applicable admission rules.
How to Register for Bihar UGMAC 2026 Special Stray Round?
Eligible candidates must complete the required online counselling formalities through the official BCECEB portal within the prescribed registration window. Candidates should use their existing UGMAC 2026 login credentials and follow the instructions issued for the Special Stray Round.
Follow these steps:
- Visit the official BCECEB website at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in .
- Open the UGMAC 2026 counselling section.
- Read notices BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/18 and BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/19 carefully.
- Log in using your UGMAC 2026 registration credentials.
- Complete the required fresh registration or participation formalities.
- Check the latest available seat matrix.
- Select your preferred colleges and courses.
- Complete fresh choice filling and lock your choices before the deadline.
- Pay the applicable non-refundable counselling fee through the available online payment options.
- Save the payment confirmation and submitted choice details for future reference.
- Candidates should carefully verify their personal information and course preferences before submitting the final choices.
UGMAC 2026 Special Stray Round: Counselling Fee and Payment
Candidates participating in the Special Stray Round may be required to pay the applicable non-refundable counselling fee as specified in the BCECEB notification.
The online payment facility may include the following options:
- Net banking.
- Debit card.
- Credit card.
- UPI.
Candidates should complete the payment within the official deadline and download the payment receipt for future reference. The exact fee amount and payment instructions should be checked in the official BCECEB notices.
Documents Required for Bihar UGMAC 2026 Admission
Candidates who receive a seat allotment through the Special Stray Round must report to the allotted institution with the required original documents for verification and admission.
The important documents generally include:
- UGMAC 2026 rank card.
- UGMAC 2026 seat allotment order.
- NEET UG 2026 scorecard.
- NEET UG 2026 admit card.
- Class 10 marksheet and certificate.
- Class 12 marksheet and certificate.
- Bihar domicile certificate, wherever applicable.
- Caste certificate, if applicable.
- EWS certificate, if applicable.
- Aadhaar card or another valid photo identity proof.
- Recent passport-size photographs.
Candidates should carry original documents along with the required photocopies. They should also check the allotted college's admission instructions before reporting.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates participating in the Bihar UGMAC 2026 Special Stray Round should keep the following instructions in mind:
- Read both official BCECEB notifications carefully.
- Check the latest college-wise and course-wise vacant seat matrix.
- Confirm eligibility before submitting participation details.
- Use the correct UGMAC 2026 login credentials.
- Complete fresh choice filling as instructed.
- Pay the applicable counselling fee within the specified deadline.
- Lock choices before the closing time.
- Download and preserve the payment receipt and allotment documents.
- Keep all original certificates ready for admission verification.
Since this is the final counselling phase, candidates should regularly monitor the official portal for updates and avoid relying on unofficial dates or announcements.
What Should Candidates Do Next?
- With the release of the Bihar UGMAC 2026 Special Stray Round notification, eligible candidates should immediately visit the BCECEB website and review the latest counselling instructions.
- Candidates should check the approximately 322 reported vacant seats and identify colleges offering their preferred courses.
- They should then complete the required online participation formalities, pay the counselling fee and lock their fresh choices within the prescribed timeline.
- It is also important to keep all academic, NEET UG and domicile-related documents ready to avoid delays during admission verification.
Conclusion
The release of the Bihar UGMAC 2026 Special Stray Round schedule provides another opportunity for eligible candidates to secure undergraduate medical and allied science admissions in Bihar. BCECEB has announced the final counselling phase through notices BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/18 and BCECEB(UGMAC)-2026/19 dated November 4, 2026. With approximately 322 vacant seats reported across participating institutions, candidates seeking admission to MBBS, BDS, BVSc and AH, and BFSc programmes should carefully follow the official counselling instructions. For the latest updates regarding registration, seat availability, choice filling and admission procedures, visit the official BCECEB website at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in .
