Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has released a detailed revised schedule for Round 2 of UGMAC (Ayush)-2026 counselling for admission to BAMS, BHMS and BUMS courses in government and private AYUSH colleges across Bihar.
As per Notice, dated October 9, 2026, the Board has extended the Round 2 counselling programme and published an updated schedule covering online registration, application form editing, choice filling, consent submission, rank card publication, provisional seat allotment and admission. The updated seat matrix has also been uploaded to the official BCECEB website.
Bihar AYUSH Counselling 2026 Round 2: Complete Schedule
The Board has announced the following dates for Round 2 counselling:
| Counselling Activity | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Updated seat matrix | October 9, 2026 |
| Online registration and application-cum-choice filling begins | October 10, 2026 |
| Last date for registration and application submission with payment | October 13, 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Editing of application form data | October 13, 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Consent for Round 2 with payment, where applicable | October 10–13, 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Rank card publication | October 14, 2026 |
| Last date for choice filling, editing choices and locking | October 15, 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Round 2 provisional seat allotment result | October 19, 2026 |
| Downloading of provisional seat allotment order | October 19–23, 2026 |
| Document verification and admission | October 22–23, 2026 |
Candidates should follow the deadline applicable to their counselling activity and complete the process within the specified time.
Who Can Participate in Round 2 AYUSH Counselling?
According to the notice, eligible NEET UG 2026 candidates who have not yet registered or have registered but not submitted their application may apply during the notified period.
The counselling process covers admissions to BAMS, BHMS and BUMS courses in government and private AYUSH colleges in Bihar.
Candidates who were allotted a seat in Round 1 but did not join may also be eligible for Round 2, subject to the conditions specified in the notice.
The Board has also provided instructions for candidates who joined Round 1, opted for Free Exit, or withdrew their earlier allotment.
Updated Seat Matrix Released
BCECEB has confirmed that the updated seat matrix for Round 2 is available on its website. The matrix includes vacancies after Round 1 counselling and seats added subsequently. Candidates should check the revised college-wise seat position before filling in their preferences.
If further vacancies arise due to resignation or other reasons, the Board may upload a revised seat matrix.
Important Instructions for Choice Filling
Candidates should carefully review the instructions before submitting their choices:
- New candidates: Complete registration and application-cum-choice filling within the notified schedule.
- Candidates who already submitted an application: Follow the instructions for consent and any applicable payment.
- Candidates who joined Round 1: Review the existing choices and follow the prescribed rules for Round 2 participation.
- Candidates seeking to edit choices: The notice specifies that candidates who have not been allotted a seat through Round 1 may also edit their choices, subject to the stated conditions.
- Application corrections: Candidates must use the designated application editing facility and follow the Board’s instructions.
The notice also states that login password and OTP authentication will be used for editing application data. Candidates are advised to check all details carefully before final submission.
Round 2 Seat Allotment and Admission
The Round 2 provisional seat allotment result is scheduled for October 19, 2026. Candidates will be able to download their provisional allotment orders from October 19 to October 23, 2026.
Candidates should check the allotment result and follow the instructions for reporting, verification and admission at the allotted institution.
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