Bihar has 9 government medical colleges offering MBBS through NEET. With 15 lakh+ candidates from Bihar appearing for NEET and only ~1,150 state quota government MBBS seats, competition is intense — but with the right preparation, Bihar students can secure these seats.
List of Government MBBS Colleges in Bihar (2027)
| # | College Name | Location | MBBS Seats (Approx) | Established |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patna Medical College & Hospital (PMCH) | Patna | 150 | 1925 |
| 2 | Nalanda Medical College & Hospital (NMCH) | Patna | 150 | 1970 |
| 3 | Anugrah Narayan Magadh Medical College (ANMMCH) | Gaya | 150 | 1970 |
| 4 | Darbhanga Medical College & Hospital (DMCH) | Darbhanga | 150 | 1946 |
| 5 | Sri Krishna Medical College & Hospital (SKMCH) | Muzaffarpur | 150 | 1971 |
| 6 | Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JLNMC) | Bhagalpur | 150 | 1971 |
| 7 | Government Medical College, Bettiah | Bettiah (West Champaran) | 100 | 2019 |
| 8 | Government Medical College, Purnia | Purnia | 100 | 2019 |
| 9 | AIIMS Patna | Patna | 125 | 2012 |
Total government MBBS seats in Bihar: ~1,275 (subject to annual variation)
NEET Cutoff for Government MBBS Colleges in Bihar (2024–2026 Reference)
| College | General Category (Opening–Closing Rank) | Expected Score | OBC Closing Score | SC/ST Closing Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIIMS Patna | ~3,000–12,000 (AIQ rank) | 650–700 | 620–650 | 580–620 |
| PMCH Patna | ~5,000–35,000 (state rank) | 580–640 | 550–585 | 500–545 |
| NMCH Patna | ~35,000–60,000 (state rank) | 545–585 | 515–550 | 470–515 |
| SKMCH Muzaffarpur | ~60,000–90,000 (state rank) | 520–555 | 490–525 | 450–490 |
| DMCH Darbhanga | ~60,000–95,000 (state rank) | 515–550 | 485–520 | 445–485 |
| JLNMC Bhagalpur | ~80,000–1,05,000 (state rank) | 505–535 | 475–510 | 435–475 |
| ANMMCH Gaya | ~70,000–1,00,000 (state rank) | 510–545 | 480–515 | 440–480 |
| GMC Bettiah / Purnia | ~1,00,000–1,20,000 (state rank) | 490–515 | 460–490 | 420–460 |
These are approximate figures based on 2024–26 counselling data. Exact cutoffs vary by year based on paper difficulty and seat availability.
Bihar State Quota — Counselling Process
85% of Bihar government MBBS seats are Bihar state quota. Here’s how admission works:
- Eligibility: Must be Bihar domicile (proof: Aadhaar/Voter ID/Birth Certificate with Bihar address)
- Registration: Register at the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) portal after NEET result
- Choice Filling: Fill college + category preferences online (fill maximum choices — more is better)
- Seat Allotment: Based on NEET score + category + seat availability
- Document Verification: Report to allotted college with originals + photocopies
- Counselling Rounds: Usually 3 rounds — stray vacancy round may also happen
Documents Required for Bihar MBBS Admission
- NEET 2027 Scorecard + Admit Card
- Class 10 + 12 mark sheets and certificates
- Bihar domicile/residence certificate
- Category certificate (OBC/SC/ST/EWS if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- ID proof (Aadhaar)
- Passport-size photographs (20+)
- Character certificate from last institution
PMCH Patna — Bihar’s Premier Medical College
Patna Medical College & Hospital (PMCH) is Bihar’s oldest and most prestigious government medical college, established in 1925. Key facts:
- 150 MBBS seats per year
- One of the busiest hospitals in eastern India
- MBBS fee (government quota): ~₹25,000 per year
- Strong clinical training due to high patient volume
- Hostel available for all students
AIIMS Patna — Admission via All India Quota
AIIMS Patna falls under All India Quota — Bihar domicile is NOT required. This means competition is pan-India (all 22 lakh NEET students compete for these seats).
- 125 MBBS seats
- MBBS fee: ~₹1,390/year (highly subsidized central government institution)
- Expected General category cutoff: 650–700 marks
- Counselling through MCC (not BCECEB)
Strategy: How Bihar Students Can Get Government MBBS
- Target score: 550+ for GMC Bettiah/Purnia (General) | 580+ for NMCH/SKMCH | 620+ for PMCH | 650+ for AIIMS Patna
- Category matters: OBC/SC/ST students can secure government seats with 480–520 marks
- Start early: Bihar students who start Class 11 NEET prep have the best outcomes
- Mock tests: Attempt at least 20 full-length mocks before the actual exam
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FAQs — Government MBBS Colleges in Bihar
Q: How many government MBBS seats are there in Bihar?
A: Approximately 1,275 government MBBS seats across 9 colleges (including AIIMS Patna). Of these, about 85% (1,080+) are state quota reserved for Bihar domicile students.
Q: What is the NEET cutoff for PMCH Patna?
A: Expected 580–640 for General category in recent years. OBC students typically need 550–585. Check BCECEB’s official seat allotment data for exact cutoffs.
Q: Is AIIMS Patna easier to get into than PMCH?
A: No — AIIMS Patna is harder. It takes AIQ (national) rank holders, requiring 650–700 marks. PMCH is state quota and generally accessible to Bihar students scoring 580+.
Q: What is the MBBS fee in Bihar government colleges?
A: Government MBBS fee in Bihar is approximately ₹20,000–₹30,000 per year (total for full 5.5-year MBBS course: ~₹1.5–2 lakh including hostel).