Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has officially released the notification for online counseling choice in the polytechnic/diploma certificate entrance competitive examination (DCECE-PE, PPE, PMD & PM) 2026. Check all details like age limit, eligibility details, post information, pay scale, selection process & more details related to DECE 2025. Admission counseling starts on June 23, 2026; the last date is July 1, 2026. All interested candidates can apply for online counseling choice filling 2nd round allotment results now in the given link below.
| Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) Diploma certificate Entrance Competitive Examination (DCECE-2026) Advt-No: BCECEB (DCECE)-2026/01 | ||
| WWW.BHARATLATESTJOB.COM | ||
| IMPORTANT DATES | ||
| • Online application starts on : 19 March 2026 • Last Date to Apply Online: 27 april 2026 (11:59 PM) • Last Date Online Payment: 27 April 2026 (11:59PM) • Editing of Application: 28-29 April 2026 (11:59 PM) • Admit Card Available: 14 May 2026 • PE Exam Date: 23 May 2026 • PM PMM Exam Date: 23 MAy 2026 • Result Declared: 11 June 2026 | ||
| PM/PMM Counselling Schedule | ||
| Event | Date | |
| Publication of Rakn Card on Board Website | 11-06-2026 | |
| Seat Matrix & Business Rule Posting on Website | 29-07-2026 | |
| Starting date of online Registration and choice filling for seat Allotment | 30-07-2026 | |
| Last date of online Registration Choice filling for seat allotment and locking | 06-08-2026 | |
| 1st round provisional seat allotment result publication date | 11-08-2026 | |
| Download of allotment order (1st Round) | 11-08-2026 to 22-08-2026 | |
| Documents verification and admission (1st Round) | 16-08-2026 to 22-08-2026 | |
| 2nd Round Provisional Seat Allotment Result Publication Date | 31-08-2026 | |
| downloading of allotment order (2nd Round) | 31-08-2026 to 09-09-2026 | |
| Documents verification and admission (2nd Round) | 03-09-2026 to 09-09-2026 | |
| Seat Matrix posing for online Mop-up Counselling on website | — | |
| Starting date of willingness-cum-choice filling / registration-cum-choice filling for seat allotment | — | |
| Last date of willingness-cum-choice filling registration cum choice filling for seat allotment & locking | — | |
| Mop-up Counselling provisional seat allotment result publication date | — | |
| Download of provisional allotment order (Mop-up Round) | — | |
| Offline Document Verification and Admission (Mop-up Round) | — | |
| PE—Counseling Schedule | ||
| Event | Date | |
| Publication of Rank Card on Board Website | 11-06-2026 | |
| Starting of Online Choice Filling for Seat Allotment | 23-06-2026 | |
| Last date of Online filling for seat allotment & locking | 30-06-2026 | |
| Publication of Round-1 seat allotment result | 08-07-2026 | |
| Download of Allotment order (1st Round) | 08-07-2026 to 13-07-2026 | |
| Documents Verification and Admission (1st Round) | 11-007-2026 to 13-07-2026 | |
| Publication of Round-2 seat Allotment Result | 20-07-2026 | |
| Download of Allotment order (2nd Round) | 20-07-2026 to 26-07-2026 | |
| Document Verification and Admission (2nd Round) | 20-07-2026 to 24-07-2026 | |
| Revised Publication of Round-3 seat Allotment Result | 25-07-2026 | |
| Revised Download of Allotment order (2nd Round) | 25-07-2026 to 28-07-2026 | |
| Revised Document Verification and Admission (2nd Round) | 25-07-2026 to 28-07-2026 | |
| Seat matrix posting for online Mop-up Counselling on the website | 01-08-2026 | |
| Starting date of willingness-cum-choice filling/registration-cum-choice filling for seat allotment | 02-08-2026 | |
| Last date of willingness-cum-choice filling registration-cum-choice filling for seat allotment & Locking | 07-08-2026 | |
| Mop-up Counselling Provisional seat allotment result publication date | 11-08-2026 | |
| Download of provisional allotment order (Mop-up Round) | 11-08-2026 to 14-08-2026 | |
| Offline Document Verification and admission (Mop-up Round) | 13-08-2026 to 14-08-2026 | |
| Application Fee | ||
| 1- Subject Group | 2nd- Subject Group | 3rd- Subject Group |
| • General/BC/EBC: Rs 750/- • Sc/ST/DQ: Rs 480/- | • General/BC/EBC: Rs.850/- • SC/ST/DQ: Rs. 530/- | • General/BC/EBC: Rs.950/- • SC/ST/DQ: Rs.630/- |
| • Payment Mode: Pay the examination fee through debit card/credit card/net banking/offline challan fee mode | ||
| Age Limit | |||
| Group Name | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | |
| Polytechnic Engineer (PE)—10th Level | N/A | N/A | |
| Paramedical (PMM)—10th Level | (As on 31/12/2026) | ||
| 15 years | 30 Years | ||
| Paramedical (PM)-12th Level | (As on 31/12/2026) | ||
| GNM, ANM | 17 Years / 35 Years | ||
| Other Subjects | 17 Years / 32 Years | ||
| DCECE 2026 Bihar Polytechnic Education Qualification | |||
| • Polytechnic Engineer (PE): 10th Passs or appear from recognized board • Paramedical (PMM): 10th pass or appear from recognized board • Paramedical (PM): GNM Course candidates passed 12th exam in physics, chemistry, English, math, and biology subjects by securing a minimum of 40% marks (40% for SC/ST) • Paramedical (Intermediate Level): 1. Minimum Qualification: 10+2/intermediate science with physics, chemistry, biology & english 2. GNM course (only for women): A minimum of 40% marks in the PCB English subject required. SC/ST get 5% relaxation. ANM / Vocational nursing candidates also eligible 3. ANM course (only for woman): 10+2 with a minimum of 40% marks and an English subject 4. Other Course: Intermediate science with physics, chemistry, biology & English required 5. Dental course: 10+2 with physics, chemistry, biology & english 6. Appearing candidates (2026): Also eligible to apply | |||
| Course Wise Seat Details Total: 40,000+ Seats | |||
| Course Name | Total Seats | ||
| Polytechnic Engineer (PE) | — | ||
| PE in a private polytechnic | — | ||
| Paramedical (Secondary Level) | — | ||
| For Paramedical (Intermediate Level) In Government Institutes For ANM Course | — | ||
| For Paramedical (Intermediate Level) In Non-Governmental Institutes For ANM Course | — | ||
| For Paramedical (Intermediate Level) In Government Institutes For Grade-A Nursing Course | — | ||
| Paramedical (Intermediate Level) | — | ||
| Total Seats | 40,000+ | ||
| 📕 Bihar Polytechnic Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2026 | ||
| Polytechnic Engineer (PE) Group Exam Duration: 2 Hours 15 Minutes Total Marks: 450 | ||
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Physics | 30 | 150 |
| Chemistry | 30 | 150 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 150 |
| Total | 90 | 450 |
| Note: Level of Exam: Secondary (10th Level) | ||
| Paramedical (Intermediates Level) PM Group Exam Duration: 2 Hours 15 Minutes Total Marks: 450 | ||
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) | 25 | 125 |
| Mathematical ability | 15 | 75 |
| Hindi | 15 | 75 |
| General Knowledge | 20 | 100 |
| Total | 90 | 450 |
| Note: Questions are based on intermediate-level Hindi science and general knowledge. | ||
| Premedical (matriculation level) PMM Group Exam Duration: 2 Hours 15 Minutes Total Marks: 450 | ||
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Physics | 20 | 100 |
| Chemistry | 20 | 100 |
| Mathematics | 10 | 50 |
| Biology | 10 | 50 |
| Hindi | 10 | 50 |
| English | 10 | 50 |
| General Knowledge | 10 | 50 |
| Total | 90 | 450 |
| Important Information • PE Group exam is based on the secondary (10th Level) syllabus • PM Group questions are based on intermediate-level Hindi science and general knowledge. • PMM Group exam is based on secondary (10th level). • Each group carries a total of 90 question and 450 marks • Check the official prospectus for detailed syllabus and subject-wise topics | ||
| 📚 How to Fill DCECE 2026 Bihar Polytechnic Admission Online From | ||
| Step 1: Visit Official Website Visit the official website bceceboard.gov.in and open the DCECE-2026 selection. Click on the active link for online application registration for DCECE 2026 | ||
| Step 2: Complete New Registration Click on “new registration” and enter your basic details such as candidate name, mobile number, email ID, date of birth, and other required information. After successful registration, you will receive your registration number password | ||
| Step 3: Login and fill out the application form. Log in using your registration number and password, and fill in all required details carefully in the online form • Personal Details • Contact Details • Educational Qualification Details • Category / Reservation Details • Subject Group Selection (PE/PM/PMM) •Exam center preference | ||
| Step 4: Upload Required Documents Upload scanned copies of the required documents in the prescribed format: • Recent Passport Size Photograph • Signature • Educational Certificates / Marksheet • Category Certificate (if applicable) • Other supporting documents as required | ||
| Step 5: Pay Application Fee After filling the form pay the application fee through online mode only payment can made using • Debit Card • Credit Card • Net Banking • UPI | ||
| Step 6: Final Submit and Print Confirmation Preview the complete DCECE 2026 application form carefully before final submission After submitting the form download and print the confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference | ||
| Important Note • Online Application Strat Date: 19 March 2026 • Last Date to Apply Online: 27 April 2026 (11:59 PM) • Last Date Online Payment: 27 April 2026 (11:59PM) • Editing of Application: 28-29 April 2026 • Admit Card Available: 14 May 2026 • PE Exam Date: 23 May 2026 • PM/PMM Exam Date: 24 May 2026 • Application Fee: General BC / EBC – ₹ 750; SC / ST / DQ – ₹ 480 | ||
| Important Information • DCECE 2026 is conducted for polytechnic engineering (PE), paramedical (PM), and paramedical matric level (PMM) courses. • Fill the form carefully according to your eligibility and selected subject group • Keep all original document ready for the counseling and admission process • Use only the official BCECEB website for registration, login, fee payment and admit card download • Do not wait the last date to complete the online form | ||
| 📕 How to participate in DCECE PE 2026 Online Counselling / Choice Filling | ||
| 1. Visit the official website bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. 2. Click on the DCECE (PE) 2026 Online counselling/choice link 3. Log in using your registration number/application number and password. DAte of Birth 4. Complete the counselling registration (if required) and proceed to choice filling 5. Select and arrange your preferred college and course in order of priority 6. Lock your choices before the deadline and choice slip for future reference. Note: Choice filling is mandatory to participate in seat allotment. Lock your choices carefully, as they cannot be changed after locking. Contact the helpline for any technical issues | ||
| IMPORTANT LINKS | ||
| Online Willingness-Cum-Choice Filling Registration (PE) | Link Active Soon | |
| Download Seat Matrix Mop-Up Counselling schedule (PE) | Click Here | |
| Download the mop-up Counselling schedule (PE) | Click Here | |
| Online counselling choice filling (PE) | Click Here | |
| Online counselling choice filling (PMM) | Click Here | |
| Dowload Seat Matrix (PM) | Click Here | |
| Download Seat Matrix (PMM) | Click Here | |
| Download the counselling schedule (PM/PMM) | Click Here | |
| Download Revised 2nd Round Seat Allotment Result (PE) | Click Here | |
| Download Revised 2nd Round Opening/Closing Rank (PE) | Click Here | |
| Download Notice for Revised 2nd Round Seat Allotment Result (PE) | Click Here | |
| Download 2nd Round Seat Allotment Result (PE) | Click Here | |
| Download 2nd Round Opening/Closing Rank (PE) | Click Here | |
| Download 1st Round Seat Round Seat Allotment Result | Click Here | |
| Download 1st Round Opening/Closing Rank | Click Here | |
| Online Counselling/Choice Filling (Through Login) | Click Here | |
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