About Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]
Government Medical College, Bettiah (GMC Bettiah), established in 2008 under Bihar University of Health Sciences, offers a 5.5-year MBBS programme approved by the National Medical Commission. Total intake is 120 seats including 18 All India Quota seats. Admission is through NEET-UG. Annual tuition fee is just INR 9,000, making it one of the most affordable government medical colleges in Bihar for aspiring doctors.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins 01 August 2026.
GMC Bettiah MBBS Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | INR 9,000 per year |
| Annual Hostel Fee | INR 12,000 per year |
| Other Annual Charges (Electricity, Activities, Welfare Fund) | INR 8,800 per year |
| One-Time Charges (Admission Fee and Security Deposit) | INR 11,000 |
| Total Fees (5.5 Years) | INR 2,20,000 |
- Tuition and annual charges are as per Bihar government notification and may be revised.
- Hostel accommodation is available at the campus for MBBS students.
GMC Bettiah MBBS Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG Registration Closes | 08 March 2026 |
| NEET-UG Examination | 21 June 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result | 16 July 2026 |
| MCC AIQ Round 1 Counselling Registration Closes | 10 August 2026 |
| MCC AIQ Round 1 Seat Allotment | 15 August 2026 |
| MCC AIQ Round 1 Reporting to College | 22 August 2026 |
| Bihar UGMAC Round 1 Counselling Registration Closes | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Bihar UGMAC Seat Allotment | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- AIQ counselling is conducted by MCC at mcc.nic.in for 18 seats at GMC Bettiah.
- Bihar state quota (102 seats) counselling is conducted by BCECEB at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
- Bihar domicile certificate is mandatory for state quota seat eligibility.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualified NEET-UG with minimum 50% marks in PCB (40% for SC/ST/OBC)
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognised board
- Minimum age of 17 years as of 31 December 2026
- Bihar domicile required for state quota (85%) seats
- All India Quota (15%) seats open to candidates from any state
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG and download the rank card from the NTA portal at nta.ac.in
- AIQ candidates register for MCC counselling at mcc.nic.in and fill college preferences
- Bihar domicile candidates separately register for BCECEB UGMAC at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
- Seat allotment published based on NEET rank, category, and choice preferences
- Accept the allotted seat and pay the security deposit within the deadline
- Report to GMC Bettiah with original certificates for document verification and admission
✓ Opt for this if
- Bihar domicile seeking the most affordable government MBBS in the state
- NEET rank in the 10,000 to 25,000 range for state quota seats
- Planning a career in government healthcare or rural medical service in Bihar
- Looking for NMC-approved MBBS with attached teaching hospital
✗ Skip if
- Not a Bihar domicile and relying solely on 18 AIQ seats
- Seeking a college with established PG residency programme and research activity
- Prefer metro-city medical college for broader clinical exposure
- Targeting an NIRF-ranked or top-tier government medical college
GMC Bettiah MBBS Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Bihar Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST | Full tuition fee reimbursement plus maintenance allowance | SC/ST students domiciled in Bihar with family income within the prescribed limit |
| Bihar Chief Minister Scholarship for EBC/BC | As per Bihar government notification | EBC/BC students pursuing professional courses in Bihar government institutions |
| Central Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST | Maintenance allowance and tuition fee as per central norms | SC/ST students registered on the National Scholarship Portal |
- Bihar state scholarships are applied through the official Bihar scholarship portal.
- Central scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
GMC Bettiah MBBS FAQs
Ques. What is the fee structure for MBBS at GMC Bettiah?
Ans. The annual tuition fee at GMC Bettiah is INR 9,000. Including hostel at INR 12,000 per year, electricity charges, activity fees, welfare fund, and other charges, the total annual expense in the first year is INR 40,800. The total cost for the 5.5-year MBBS programme works out to INR 2,20,000, making it one of the most affordable government medical colleges in Bihar.
Ques. How many MBBS seats are available at GMC Bettiah and how are they divided?
Ans. GMC Bettiah has a total MBBS intake of 120 seats. Of these, 18 seats (15%) fall under the All India Quota (AIQ) and are filled through MCC counselling at mcc.nic.in. The remaining 102 seats (85%) are under the Bihar state quota and are filled through BCECEB UGMAC counselling. Bihar domicile is mandatory for state quota seat eligibility.
Ques. What NEET rank is required for MBBS admission at GMC Bettiah?
Ans. Based on 2025 admissions data, general category candidates were allotted seats at GMC Bettiah with state quota ranks as low as 3,935 in early rounds, with later rounds showing closing ranks between 16,238 and 25,597. Reserved category candidates had different closing ranks per their categories. The 2026 cutoff will depend on the total seat matrix and NEET 2026 scores.
Ques. What is the admission process for MBBS at GMC Bettiah?
Ans. Candidates must qualify NEET-UG and obtain their rank card from nta.ac.in. AIQ candidates apply through MCC counselling at mcc.nic.in. Bihar domicile candidates apply additionally through BCECEB UGMAC at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in for state quota seats. After seat allotment, candidates must accept the seat, pay the security deposit, and report to GMC Bettiah with original documents for verification.
Ques. Is GMC Bettiah approved by the National Medical Commission for MBBS?
Ans. Yes. GMC Bettiah is approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and is affiliated with Bihar University of Health Sciences (BUHS). The MBBS degree awarded is recognised for medical practice registration, PG entrance (NEET-PG), licensing exams abroad, and employment in government and private hospitals across India and internationally.
Ques. What are the career options after MBBS from GMC Bettiah?
Ans. MBBS graduates from GMC Bettiah can register with the Bihar Medical Council and begin practice as medical officers. They may appear in NEET-PG for specialisation in MD/MS/Diploma programmes. Government service options include Bihar Health Services, UPSC CMS, Railway Medical Service, and Armed Forces Medical Service. Graduates must complete the mandatory one-year internship before sitting NEET-PG.