New Delhi: The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) is expected to release the Bihar NEET UG Cut-off 2026 during the UGMAC counselling process. Candidates seeking admission to MBBS and BDS courses in Bihar can refer to previous years' opening and closing ranks to estimate their admission chances before the official cut-off is announced.

Previous years' opening and closing ranks provide valuable insights into the level of competition for Bihar's top medical colleges and help candidates make informed college choices during counselling. 

Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026

Admission to 85% State Quota MBBS and BDS seats in Bihar is conducted through BCECEB on the basis of NEET UG 2026 scores. Eligible candidates must complete online registration, fill their preferred college choices, participate in seat allotment, and report for document verification after allotment.

The official counselling schedule, seat matrix, merit list, and allotment results will be published on the BCECEB portal.

Previous Year's Opening & Closing Ranks for Top Bihar MBBS Colleges

According to the previous year's All India Quota (AIQ) counselling data, Bihar's leading government medical colleges recorded the following opening and closing ranks:

Among these, PMCH and IGIMS Patna continue to be the most competitive medical colleges due to their strong academic reputation, experienced faculty, and excellent clinical training.

Expected Bihar NEET UG Cut-off 2026

Based on previous counselling trends, the expected NEET score range for government MBBS colleges in Bihar is as follows: 

The actual cut-off may increase or decrease depending on factors such as the NEET UG 2026 difficulty level, number of qualified candidates, available seats, reservation policy, and counselling participation.

Previous Year BDS Cut-off Highlights

Candidates interested in BDS admissions can also refer to previous counselling trends.

• Patna Dental College and Hospital recorded a closing rank of 33,334 for the Unreserved category.

• Government Dental College & Hospital, Nalanda closed at 41,470 for the Unreserved category.

These figures can help dental aspirants estimate their admission possibilities during Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026.

NEET UG Qualifying Cut-off Trend

The qualifying cut-off for NEET changes every year depending on the overall performance of candidates.

In 2025, the qualifying score was:

• General: 686–144

• OBC: 143–113

• SC: 143–113

This trend indicates that the qualifying marks are revised annually based on exam difficulty and candidate performance.

Factors Affecting Bihar NEET UG Cut-off 2026

Several factors determine the Bihar NEET UG Cut-off each year, including:

• Difficulty level of NEET UG 2026

• Number of candidates qualifying the examination

• Total MBBS and BDS seats available

• Reservation policy

• Number of counselling rounds

• College preferences filled by candidates

Official Website

Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official BCECEB portal for the latest updates regarding Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026, seat matrix, merit list, opening and closing ranks, and admission schedule.

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

UGMAC Counselling Portal:
https://bceceboard.bihar.gov.in/UGMACIndex.php

What Should Aspirants Do?

Candidates are advised to keep all required documents ready, complete the counselling registration on time, and fill in as many college preferences as possible. Participating in all counselling rounds, including the mop-up round, can improve the chances of securing an MBBS or BDS seat.

Note: These are estimated score ranges prepared using previous years' counselling trends. The official Bihar NEET UG Cut-off 2026 may vary depending on the NEET UG result, seat availability, reservation policy, and counselling rounds. 

Conclusion

The Bihar NEET UG Cut-off 2026 will play a crucial role in MBBS and BDS admissions across the state. Candidates should regularly visit the official BCECEB website for counselling notifications, seat allotment results, merit lists, and category-wise opening and closing ranks. Referring to previous years' cut-off trends can help aspirants make informed college choices during the counselling process.