The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has announced the DCECE 2024 counselling dates. Registration and choice filling for Bihar Polytechnic counselling have started and will remain open until July 30. You can find the link for Bihar Polytechnic counselling 2024 and the complete schedule on this page below. The DCECE, or Bihar Polytechnic entrance test, is conducted by BCECEB for admission into various technical courses. These courses include Polytechnic Engineering (PE), Para Medical Matric Level (PMM), and Para Medical Intermediate Level (PM). The exam is held offline at the state level and provides entry to state-run polytechnic institutes.
Eligible candidates for the DCECE exam are those who have passed or are appearing in the class 10 exam conducted by the Bihar board or an equivalent exam in 2024. The DCECE is designed to select candidates for technical courses offered by polytechnic institutes in Bihar. Candidates interested in applying for DCECE 2024 should check the eligibility criteria, application process, syllabus, exam pattern, and admission process. All necessary details, including how to apply and other important information, are available here to ensure candidates have all the information they need to prepare and apply for the DCECE exam successfully. Make sure to complete the counselling registration and choice filling before the deadline to secure your spot in the desired course.
The Diploma Certificate Entrance Competitive Examination (DCECE) 2024, conducted by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB), is a state-level test held annually in offline mode. It offers admission to Polytechnic Engineering, Para Medical (Matric Level), and Para Medical (Intermediate Level) courses. The exam lasts 2 hours and 15 minutes and includes three papers in Hindi and English. Application fees are INR 750 for one course, INR 850 for two, and INR 950 for all three courses for General candidates; SC/ST/PwD candidates pay less. The exam score is accepted by Bihar’s state-run polytechnic colleges. The test was conducted in 39 cities last year. For more details, visit bceceboard.bihar.gov.in or contact BCECE Board at IAS Association Building, Near Patna Airport, Patna – 800014, Bihar, India. Phone: 0612-2220230, 0612-2225387.
The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB)
Exam Level
State level
Exam Frequency
Annual
Mode of Exam
Offline
Courses Offered
Polytechnic (Engg – PE), Para Medical (Matric Level – PMM), Para Medical (Intermediate Level – PM)
Application Fees
– For one course (PE or PM or PMM)
General: INR 750, SC/ST/PwD: INR 480
– For any two courses (PE, PM, or PMM)
General: INR 850, SC/ST/PwD: INR 530
– For all three courses (PE, PM, PMM)
General: INR 950, SC/ST/PwD: INR 630
Exam Duration
2 hours 15 mins
No. of Papers
3
Language/Medium of Exam
Hindi and English
Colleges Accepting Exam Score
Polytechnic colleges run by the Bihar state government
No. of Test Cities
39 (as per last year)
Official Website
bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
Contact Details
BCECE BOARD, IAS Association Building, Near Patna Airport, Patna – 800014, Bihar (India) <br> Contact no: 0612-2220230, 0612-2225387
Information Brochure
Notice, Form filling instructions, Information Brochure, Seat Matrix
What is DCECE?
The Diploma Certificate Entrance Competitive Examination (DCECE) is a state-level entrance exam for admission into various courses offered by state-run polytechnic institutes in Bihar. These courses include Polytechnic Engineering (PE), Para Medical Matric Level (PMM), and Para Medical Intermediate Level (PM). The exam is conducted offline and has separate question papers for each course. It lasts for 2 hours and 15 minutes, with a total of 90 questions.
Candidates can apply for the DCECE exam online through the official website of the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB). After the exam, an online counselling process is conducted based on the marks obtained in DCECE. This ensures that candidates are placed in suitable courses according to their performance. The BCECEB manages the entire process, from conducting the exam to facilitating the counselling and admission process.
After the DCECE 2024 results are announced, the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) will provide counselling details on their official website,bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. The counselling process includes both online and offline stages. Seats are allocated based on DCECE 2024 ranks and candidates’ preferences. The process involves several steps: registration, choice filling and locking, document verification, declaration of seat allotment, and reporting to the assigned college. BCECEB will then release the admission or provisional seat allotment list. Ensure to follow all instructions and deadlines to secure your admission.
DCECE 2024 Result
After the DCECE 2024 exam, the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) will upload the rank cards for PE, PM, and PMM courses on their official website. Candidates need to log in using their roll number and date of birth to download their results. The DCECE result will not be sent via mail or any other offline method. Candidates must check and download their rank cards directly from the website. Additionally, there is no option for re-evaluation of results. The scores and ranks published by BCECEB are final and will not be changed.
The DCECE 2024 admission process
involves several steps:
Check Eligibility: Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the DCECE and select the appropriate course group.
Apply for DCECE 2024: Fill out the online application form to register for the entrance test.
Download Admit Card: Once registered, download your admit card to appear for the offline exam, which lasts 2 hours and 15 minutes with a total of 450 marks.
Appear for Exam: Take the DCECE exam as scheduled. Failure to appear will cancel your application.
Check Results: Results will determine your eligibility for admission to Bihar Polytechnic colleges based on your exam performance.
Counselling: BCECEB conducts counselling based on your rank, including registration, choice filling, document verification, and seat allotment. The admission or provisional seat allotment list will be released after counselling.
DCECE 2024 Admit Card
Candidates must download the DCECE 2024 admit card from the official website using their login credentials. Only those whose applications have been accepted will receive an admit card. After downloading, carefully review all the details and follow the instructions provided for the exam day. If there are any errors on the admit card, candidates should visit the BCECEB office at the IAS Association Building, Near Patna Airport, Patna-800014. This visit should be made at least 5 days before the exam, between 11 am and 3 pm on working days, to correct any mistakes.
DCECE 2024 exam centres are located across various districts in Bihar. The exact address of the exam centre will be mentioned on the DCECE 2024 admit card. Candidates should select their preferred test cities while filling out the application form. On the exam day, candidates need to arrive at their exam centre at least two hours before the test begins. It is crucial for all candidates to bring their DCECE admit card and a valid ID proof to the exam centre.
DCECE 2024 Exam Pattern
The exam pattern for DCECE 2024 varies for each course group: PE, PM, and PMM. Below are the details for each group:
DCECE 2024 Exam Pattern for PE (Polytechnic Engineering)
Subject
No. of Questions
Marks
Physics
30
150
Chemistry
30
150
Maths
30
150
Total
90
450
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
Exam Level: Class 10 level
DCECE 2024 Exam Pattern for PM (Para Medical)
Subject
No. of Questions
Marks
Science (Physics/Chemistry/Biology)
25
125
Quantitative Aptitude
15
75
Hindi
15
75
English
15
75
General Knowledge
20
100
Total
90
450
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
Exam Level: Class 10 level for Science and Quantitative Aptitude; Class 12 level for Hindi, English, and General Knowledge
DCECE 2024 Exam Pattern for PMM (Para Medical Matric Level)
