Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS]

Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JLNMCH), Bhagalpur, is a government medical college established in 1971, affiliated to Bihar University of Health Sciences (BUHS), Patna, and recognised by the National Medical Commission. The MBBS program offers 120 seats with admission through NEET-UG via BCECEB Bihar state counselling and MCC All India Quota. The total fee for the 5-year MBBS program is INR 2,04,000 for government quota students, making it one of the most affordable medical colleges in Bihar.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling Rounds expected to begin August 2026 (Tentative).

JNMC Bhagalpur MBBS Fees 2026

• Annual fee includes tuition (INR 9,000), hostel charges, security deposit, and institutional charges as per the Bihar government fee structure.
• No management quota or NRI quota exists at this government medical institution.

JNMC Bhagalpur MBBS Admission 2026

• Bihar domicile students must register for BCECEB state counselling at the official BCECEB portal.
• 15% All India Quota seats (18 of 120) are filled through MCC counselling at mcc.nic.in.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Biotechnology, and English from a recognised board
• Minimum 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (40% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL as per NMC norms)
• Minimum age of 17 years as of December 31, 2026 and a valid NEET-UG 2026 qualifying score

Admission Process

• Register for NEET-UG 2026 on the NTA portal and appear for the examination
• After results, Bihar domicile candidates register for BCECEB state counselling on the official portal
• Out-of-state and all-India candidates may apply for AIQ seats through MCC counselling at mcc.nic.in
• Fill and lock choices during the designated counselling window on the respective portal
• Report to JLNMCH Bhagalpur within the allotment deadline with all original documents
• Complete document verification and pay the prescribed fees to secure the MBBS seat

✓ Opt for this if

• Seeking MBBS at a government college in Bihar at minimal annual cost
• NEET score qualifies for Bihar state quota or AIQ at government medical colleges
• Planning to work in Bihar or North-East India after completing MBBS
• Prefer a government teaching hospital setting with high patient volume

✗ Skip if

• NEET rank is strong enough for AIIMS, JIPMER, or top central institutes
• Prefer a private college with better infrastructure and metropolitan location
• Require a nationally ranked medical college for PG entrance preparation
• NEET score does not meet Bihar government college category cutoffs

JNMC Bhagalpur MBBS Scholarships 2026

• Government scholarships are applied for through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.
• Domicile certificate, caste certificate, and income proof are required for Bihar state scholarship applications.

JNMC Bhagalpur MBBS FAQs

Ques. What is the NEET cutoff for MBBS at JLNMCH Bhagalpur?

Ans. In the 2025 NEET cycle, the All India Quota closing NEET score at JLNMCH Bhagalpur was 557 for General category, 554 for OBC, 551 for EWS, and 482 for SC. For Bihar state quota, the General category closing NEET rank extended to 16,107 by Round 3 of BCECEB counselling. Cutoffs shift each year depending on the total number of NEET qualifiers, so candidates should refer to the official BCECEB and MCC portals for 2026 cutoff data once counselling begins.

Ques. What are the total MBBS fees at JLNMCH Bhagalpur?

Ans. JLNMCH Bhagalpur charges INR 40,800 per year for government quota MBBS students. This annual fee covers tuition of INR 9,000 along with hostel, security deposit, electricity, and other institutional charges. Over the 5-year MBBS program, the total fee amounts to INR 2,04,000. Being a state government medical college, JLNMCH Bhagalpur does not have a separate management or NRI quota, so all seats are filled at the government fee rate.

Ques. Which university is JLNMCH Bhagalpur affiliated to?

Ans. Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JLNMCH), Bhagalpur, is affiliated to the Bihar University of Health Sciences (BUHS), Patna. BUHS is the nodal health sciences university for Bihar, established to consolidate all medical and allied health colleges in the state under one umbrella. The MBBS degree awarded to graduates of JLNMCH carries the name of BUHS. The college is also recognised and approved by the National Medical Commission (NMC), formerly known as the Medical Council of India (MCI).

Ques. Does JLNMCH Bhagalpur offer hostel facilities for MBBS students?

Ans. Yes, JLNMCH Bhagalpur provides hostel accommodation for MBBS students on the college campus. The hostel charges are included in the annual fee structure of INR 40,800 per year. As a government medical college in Bihar, JLNMCH maintains hostel facilities for both male and female students separately. Students are advised to contact the college administration directly for current hostel availability, room allocation, and any additional charges applicable for the 2026 academic session.

Ques. How does BCECEB Bihar MBBS counselling work for JLNMCH Bhagalpur?

Ans. Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) conducts state-level MBBS counselling for the 85% Bihar state quota seats at JLNMCH Bhagalpur. Candidates must have Bihar domicile to participate in BCECEB state counselling. The process involves online registration, choice filling, and seat allotment based on NEET-UG merit. Bihar state counselling for 2026 is expected to begin in August 2026 (Tentative). The remaining 15% seats (18 out of 120) are filled through MCC All India Quota counselling at mcc.nic.in, open to candidates from all states.