Complete guide to MBBS in Bihar — top colleges, seat matrix, fee structure, management quota, cutoff ranks, and step-by-step admission process.
Bihar has 18 medical colleges with 2,150+ MBBS seats, predominantly government institutions. PMCH Patna and AIIMS Patna are flagship institutions. Bihar has invested significantly in expanding government medical colleges across district headquarters.
| College Type | No. of Colleges | MBBS Seats | Annual Fees | Counselling Body |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Government Medical Colleges | 12 | 1,500 | ₹10,000–₹30,000/yr | State + MCC (15% AIQ) |
| Private Medical Colleges | 6 | 650 | ₹7L–₹12L/yr | State (50% SQ) + Institute (35% MQ + 15% NRI) |
| Deemed Universities | 0 | 0 | ₹12L–₹18L/yr | MCC AIQ only (100%) |
AIQ + State Quota: All government college seats have 15% reserved for All India Quota (filled by MCC on mcc.nic.in) and 85% for State Quota (filled by BCECE Board (Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board)). Register for both simultaneously to maximise chances.
| College Name | City | Type | MBBS Seats | Annual Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PMCH Patna (Patna Medical College) | Patna | Govt | 200 | ₹15,000 |
| NMCH Patna (Nalanda Medical College) | Patna | Govt | 150 | ₹15,000 |
| IGIMS Patna | Patna | Govt Institute | 100 | ₹10,000 |
| SKMCH Muzaffarpur | Muzaffarpur | Govt | 150 | ₹15,000 |
| JLNMCH Bhagalpur | Bhagalpur | Govt | 200 | ₹15,000 |
| DMCH Darbhanga | Darbhanga | Govt | 200 | ₹15,000 |
| AIIMS Patna | Patna | Central (AIIMS) | 100 | ₹1,390/yr |
| Lord Buddha Medical College Saharsa | Saharsa | Private | 150 | ₹10L |
| Katihar Medical College Katihar | Katihar | Private | 150 | ₹10L |
| Vardhman Medical College Pawapuri | Pawapuri | Private | 100 | ₹9L |
Based on 2025 counselling data. Use as reference — 2026 cutoffs will vary based on NEET scores, seat changes, and competition.
| Category | Expected Score (Govt) | Private State Quota | Management Quota |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Open | 490–535 | ₹7L–₹12L/yr | Qualifying marks only |
| OBC / Equivalent | 450–490 | 10–20 marks below General | Qualifying marks only |
| SC | 320–380 | Significant relaxation | Qualifying marks only |
| ST | 190+ | Highest relaxation | Qualifying marks only |
| College Type / Quota | Annual Fees | Total (5.5 years approx) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government College (State Quota) | ₹10,000–₹30,000/yr | Highly subsidised | Plus hostel, food, bond requirement |
| Private College (State Quota) | ₹7L–₹12L/yr | Moderate | Regulated by state body |
| Private College (Management Quota) | ₹12L–₹18L/yr | Higher | Regulated by FRC |
| NRI Quota | ₹18L–₹25L/yr | Highest | USD/INR based |
| AIIMS / Central Institutions | ₹1,390–₹10,000/yr | Minimal | Where available in Bihar |
Bihar management quota has ~400+ seats. Fees of ₹12L–₹18L/year are affordable. Bihar private MBBS colleges offer good value for students from Bihar and neighbouring states like UP and Jharkhand.
Management quota process starts after all regular counselling rounds complete. Typically October–November 2026.
Each college fills its management quota seats independently. Contact the admissions office with your NEET scorecard and documents.
Ensure the college and admission process is approved by BCECE Board (Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board) / NMC. Never pay without an official allotment letter.
Pay fees via official channels (DD/bank transfer) to the college. Get receipts for all payments. Complete document submission and formalities.
Archway's advice: Management quota seats in Bihar fill very fast after state counselling ends. Contact us immediately after you know your state quota allotment outcome so we can check real-time seat availability.
Clear NEET UG 2026 with minimum qualifying percentile. Get your All India Rank and state rank.
Visit mcc.nic.in and register for All India Quota counselling — covers 15% seats in all government colleges + all deemed universities.
Visit bceceboard.bihar.gov.in and register for Bihar state quota counselling — covers 85% seats in government and private colleges.
Upload all required documents — domicile/nativity, category certificates, Class 10/12 marksheets, Aadhaar. Verify all details match exactly.
Fill college preferences strategically. List as many colleges as possible — from most to least preferred. Don't leave gaps in your list.
Review allotment. Choose Freeze/Float/Slide/Reject based on your strategy. Participate in subsequent rounds if upgrading.
Download allotment letter → report to college within deadline → submit original documents → pay fees → complete admission formalities.
Bihar has approximately 2,150+ MBBS seats across 18 medical colleges — 12 government colleges (1,500 seats), 6 private colleges (650 seats), and 0 deemed universities (0 seats). Note that deemed university seats are filled through MCC AIQ, not state counselling.
Private MBBS fees in Bihar: Government colleges charge ₹10,000–₹30,000/yr annually. Private college state quota costs approximately ₹7L–₹12L/yr annually. Management quota seats cost ₹12L–₹18L/yr annually. NRI quota fees are ₹18L–₹25L/yr annually. All private college fees are regulated by the state fee regulatory committee.
Yes. Bihar management quota has ~400+ seats. Fees of ₹12L–₹18L/year are affordable. Bihar private MBBS colleges offer good value for students from Bihar and neighbouring states like UP and Jharkhand. Any NEET-qualified student (regardless of home state) can apply for management quota seats. The minimum requirement is clearing NEET with the qualifying percentile (50th for General, 40th for reserved categories).
Based on 2025 data: Government MBBS state quota in Bihar — General category: 490–535 marks; OBC: 450–490 marks; SC: 320–380 marks; ST: 190+ marks. For management quota, only qualifying marks are needed. 2026 cutoffs will vary — use these as planning estimates.
Closed State — Bihar domicile required. However, management quota seats in private colleges are open to students from ALL states regardless of domicile. Additionally, deemed universities in Bihar (if any) fill seats through MCC AIQ which is open to all states.
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