The Bihar Polytechnic (DCECE) 2026 exam is being conducted by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) on May 23, 2026 (Polytechnic Engineering – PE) and May 24, 2026 (Para Medical – PM / PMM). The Diploma Certificate Entrance Competitive Examination (DCECE) is the State-level entrance exam for admission to Diploma in Engineering (PE), 10th-Level Paramedical (PMM), and 12th-Level Paramedical (PM) programmes across 40,000+ seats in Polytechnic and Paramedical institutes in Bihar. The official portal is bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, and the DCECE 2026 admit card has been released. On this page you can track every stage – application form, hall ticket, exam pattern, answer key, result, and counselling.
Latest: Bihar Polytechnic (DCECE) 2026 admit card has been released on May 14, 2026. Download DCECE 2026 hall ticket here. Exam: May 23 (PE), May 24 (PM / PMM).
Bihar Polytechnic (DCECE) 2026
What is the Bihar Polytechnic (DCECE) 2026 Entrance Exam?
The DCECE stands for the Diploma Certificate Entrance Competitive Examination. It is the State-level entrance test conducted annually by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) for admission to three course groups – Polytechnic Engineering (PE), Para Medical Matric-Level (PMM), and Para Medical Intermediate-Level (PM). The DCECE 2026 question paper is a pen-and-paper test of 2 hours 15 minutes with 90 multiple-choice questions carrying 450 marks (5 marks per question, no negative marking). Separate papers are set for PE, PMM, and PM. Detailed chapter-wise coverage is available in the DCECE 2026 Syllabus, and you can practise with the DCECE Previous Year Question Papers to understand the actual exam pattern.
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Bihar Polytechnic (DCECE) 2026 Exam Dates
The complete DCECE 2026 schedule released by BCECEB is summarised below. Stay updated at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
| Exam Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Release of DCECE 2026 Notification | March 18, 2026 |
| Start of Online Registration | March 19, 2026 (12:14 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply (Extended) | April 27, 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date of Fee Payment | April 27, 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Form Editing | April 28 – 29, 2026 |
| DCECE 2026 Admit Card | May 14, 2026 (Released) |
| DCECE PE Exam (Polytechnic Engineering) | May 23, 2026 |
| DCECE PM / PMM Exam (Para Medical) | May 24, 2026 |
| DCECE Answer Key 2026 | After the exam (online) |
| DCECE Result 2026 | June 2026 (rank card online) |
| DCECE Counselling 2026 | After result declaration |
Important Downloads and Official Links
- Bihar Polytechnic (DCECE) 2026 Notification PDF
- DCECE 2026 Information Brochure / Prospectus
- Official Website – BCECEB
Bihar Polytechnic (DCECE) 2026 Application Form & Registration
The DCECE 2026 application form was released by BCECEB on March 19, 2026 at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, and the registration window closed on April 27, 2026 (extended deadline). Candidates were required to first register, then fill personal / educational details, upload photograph and signature, select course group and exam centre, and pay the application fee online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI. An application correction window was provided on April 28 – 29, 2026.
Bihar Polytechnic (DCECE) 2026 Application Direct Link – Click here to access the DCECE 2026 application portal.
DCECE 2026 Application Fee
| Category | One Course Group | Two Course Groups | Three Course Groups |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / BC / EBC | Rs. 750 | Rs. 850 | Rs. 950 |
| SC / ST / Divyang | Rs. 480 | Rs. 530 | Rs. 630 |
DCECE 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Polytechnic (PE): Pass in Class 10 (Bihar Board or equivalent) with at least 35% marks. Candidates appearing in 2026 are eligible on a provisional basis. No upper age limit.
- Para Medical Matric-Level (PMM): Pass in Class 10 with the required percentage. Age: 15 to 30 years as on 31-12-2026.
- Para Medical Intermediate-Level (PM): Pass in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology / English (subject combination as per the chosen programme). Age: 17 to 32 / 35 years as on 31-12-2026.
- Domicile: Indian citizen meeting Bihar domicile / residency conditions specified in the official prospectus.
DCECE 2026 Course Groups
| Code | Course Group | Eligibility (Brief) |
|---|---|---|
| PE | Polytechnic Engineering – Diploma in various engineering branches | Class 10 pass (35% min) |
| PMM | Para Medical (Matric-Level) – e.g., GNM Nursing, OT Assistant, MRI Tech, X-Ray Tech | Class 10 pass |
| PM | Para Medical (Intermediate-Level) – e.g., BSc Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy | Class 12 pass with PCB / PCM |
DCECE 2026 Exam Pattern
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Mode | Offline (Pen-and-Paper / OMR) |
| Duration | 2 hours 15 minutes |
| Number of Questions | 90 MCQs |
| Total Marks | 450 (5 marks per correct answer) |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking |
| Medium | English & Hindi |
| PE Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| PMM Subjects | General Science, Numerical Ability, Hindi, English, GK |
| PM Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, General Science / Biology, English, GK / Numerical Ability |
DCECE 2026 Admit Card
The DCECE 2026 admit card has been released by BCECEB on May 14, 2026 at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. Registered candidates can download the hall ticket by logging in with their Application Number / Email ID and Password. The admit card carries the candidate’s name, photograph, roll number, exam date, shift, exam centre address, and reporting time. The PE paper is on May 23, 2026 and PM / PMM on May 24, 2026. Full download steps and the exam-day checklist are on the DCECE Admit Card 2026 page.
DCECE 2026 Answer Key & Response Sheet
After the May 23 & 24, 2026 exam, BCECEB will release the DCECE 2026 provisional answer key on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in along with the question paper and the candidate’s recorded responses. Aspirants can match their responses, raise objections if any answer appears incorrect, and then use the final DCECE answer key to compute their estimated score. With no negative marking and 5 marks per correct answer, score estimation is straightforward. The complete download and objection procedure is covered on the DCECE Answer Key 2026 page.
DCECE 2026 Result & Merit List
The DCECE 2026 result will be announced by BCECEB in June 2026 in the form of a rank card / merit list at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. Separate results are issued for PE, PMM, and PM course groups. Candidates can log in with their Roll Number and Date of Birth to view their score and All-Bihar rank. Detailed steps for checking the result, the rank-card details, and the post-result counselling process are explained on the DCECE Result & Merit List 2026 page.
DCECE 2026 Syllabus & Preparation
The DCECE 2026 syllabus is published by BCECEB in the official prospectus. For PE (Polytechnic), the syllabus covers Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics at Class 10 / Class 11 level. For PM / PMM, the syllabus covers a mix of General Science, Hindi, English, GK, and Numerical Ability. The full topic list and recommended books are on the DCECE Syllabus 2026 page, which also carries the official PDF download link.
DCECE 2026 Counselling and Admission
- Conducted online by BCECEB at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in for all qualified candidates.
- Steps: counselling registration → choice filling (branch + college) → seat allotment → document upload → reporting / fee payment.
- Allotment is based on candidate’s rank, choices filled, seat availability, and category-wise reservation.
- Separate counselling rounds are conducted for PE, PMM, and PM groups.
- Total around 40,000+ seats are filled through DCECE 2026 across Polytechnic and Paramedical institutes in Bihar.
Bihar Polytechnic (DCECE) 2026 – An Overview
| Exam Aspect | Information |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | DCECE / Bihar Polytechnic |
| Full Form | Diploma Certificate Entrance Competitive Examination |
| Exam Conducting Body | BCECEB – Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board |
| Level of Exam | State Level (Bihar) |
| Mode | Offline (Pen-and-Paper) |
| Duration | 2 hours 15 minutes |
| Questions / Marks | 90 MCQs / 450 marks (No negative marking) |
| PE Exam Date | May 23, 2026 |
| PM / PMM Exam Date | May 24, 2026 |
| Admit Card | Released – May 14, 2026 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 750 – 950 (General) • Rs. 480 – 630 (SC / ST / Divyang) |
| Total Seats (approx.) | 40,000+ |
| Courses | Diploma in Engineering (PE), Para Medical Matric-Level (PMM), Para Medical Intermediate-Level (PM) |
| Region of Exam | Bihar |
| Official Website | bceceboard.bihar.gov.in |
| Type of Exam | Diploma Entrance Exams |
Bihar Polytechnic (DCECE) 2026 FAQs
The DCECE 2026 exam is being conducted by BCECEB on two days: the PE (Polytechnic Engineering) paper on May 23, 2026 and the PM and PMM (Para Medical) papers on May 24, 2026. Both are offline pen-and-paper tests of 2 hours 15 minutes each.
The DCECE 2026 admit card was released by BCECEB on May 14, 2026 at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. Registered candidates can download the hall ticket using their Application Number, Email ID, and Password.
The DCECE 2026 exam is an offline pen-and-paper test of 2 hours 15 minutes duration. It has 90 multiple-choice questions for a total of 450 marks – 5 marks for every correct answer with no negative marking. Separate papers are set for PE, PMM, and PM course groups in English and Hindi.
For PE (Polytechnic Engineering), candidates must have passed Class 10 with at least 35% marks; there is no upper age limit. For PMM (Para Medical Matric-Level), Class 10 pass is required with an age of 15-30 years. For PM (Para Medical Intermediate-Level), Class 12 pass with the relevant science subjects is required with an age of 17-32 / 35 years as on 31-12-2026.
DCECE 2026 registration started on March 19, 2026 and the last date to apply (after extension) was April 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM. The application correction window was provided on April 28 and 29, 2026.
For General / BC / EBC candidates, the DCECE 2026 application fee is Rs. 750 for one course group, Rs. 850 for two, and Rs. 950 for all three. For SC / ST / Divyang candidates, it is Rs. 480, Rs. 530, and Rs. 630 respectively.
PE is the Polytechnic Engineering group for admission to Diploma in Engineering courses (Class 10 eligibility). PMM is Para Medical Matric-Level for diploma / certificate paramedical courses like GNM Nursing and OT Assistant (Class 10 eligibility). PM is Para Medical Intermediate-Level for BSc Nursing, Pharmacy, and other PG-level paramedical programmes (Class 12 with PCB / PCM eligibility).
DCECE 2026 counselling is conducted online by BCECEB at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. The process includes counselling registration, choice filling (branch + college), seat allotment, document verification, and fee payment. Separate rounds are held for PE, PMM, and PM groups, with multiple rounds to fill the 40,000+ seats across Bihar Polytechnic and Paramedical institutes.
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