JCECE 2027 is the Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination for agriculture and allied courses, conducted by JCECEB, Ranchi. It is used for admission to B.V.Sc & A.H., B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, B.Tech Agriculture Engineering, B.Tech Dairy Technology and B.F.Sc in Jharkhand. The exam is expected in July 2027.
JCECE 2027
This page covers JCECE 2027 dates, how to apply, fees, eligibility, courses, the exam pattern and official links.
| Full name | Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination (JCECE) 2027, agriculture and allied courses |
|---|---|
| Conducted by | Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB), Ranchi |
| Exam level | State (Jharkhand) |
| Courses / Purpose | B.V.Sc & A.H., B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, B.Tech Agri Engg, Dairy Tech, B.F.Sc |
| Exam date | Expected July 2027 |
| Application | Expected June to July 2027, online only |
| Application fee | Rs 900 (PCM, PCB) or Rs 1,000 (PCMB); half for SC, ST and female candidates (2026) |
| Eligibility | Jharkhand residents with 10+2 in the course subjects; age 17 to 22 (17 to 25 for B.V.Sc) |
| Mode | Offline, OMR, at Ranchi and Dumka |
| Questions and marks | 50 MCQs per subject, 1 mark each; PCM and PCB 150 marks, PCMB 200 |
| Negative marking | 1/4 mark for each wrong answer |
| Official website | jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in |
JCECE 2027 Important Dates
JCECEB has not announced JCECE 2027 dates yet, so the dates below are expected months. In 2026 the exam was held on 26 July 2026, so the 2027 exam is expected in July 2027.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application | June 2027 Expected |
| Admit card download | July 2027 Expected |
| JCECE 2027 exam | July 2027 Expected |
| Provisional answer keys | July 2027 Expected |
| Result | August 2027 Expected |
| Online counselling | August 2027 Expected |
How to Apply for JCECE 2027
You apply online only, on the JCECEB website jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in, once the 2027 information bulletin is out. You can submit only one form, and your group and exam centre cannot be changed after submission, so choose them carefully.
Apply Online for JCECE 2027
Applications for JCECE 2027 are expected in June 2027.
- Open jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in and click the online application link for JCECEB 2027 on the homepage.
- Register and fill in your details. Write your name and your parents’ names exactly as in your Class 10 or 12 records, without Mr, Shri or other prefixes.
- Choose your subject group (PCM, PCB or PCMB) and your exam centre (Ranchi or Dumka).
- Upload scans of your photograph, signature and left thumb impression, and keep your Class 12 or Intermediate mark sheet ready.
- Pay the fee online by credit card, debit card, net banking or UPI.
- Print 3 or 4 copies of the confirmation page. You do not need to post it to the Board.
| Category | PCM | PCB | PCMB |
|---|---|---|---|
| General, EWS, BC-I, BC-II | Rs 900 | Rs 900 | Rs 1,000 |
| SC, ST and female candidates of all categories | Rs 450 | Rs 450 | Rs 500 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | Exempt | Exempt | Exempt |
These are the 2026 fees; the 2027 bulletin will confirm them. The fee is not refunded in any case. In 2026 JCECEB also opened a short form editing window after the last date.
Who can apply for JCECE 2027?
You can apply if you are an Indian citizen and a local or permanent resident of Jharkhand, and have passed (or are appearing in) 10+2 with the subjects your course needs. You must show a residential certificate from the Circle Officer, SDO (Civil) or Deputy Commissioner at counselling.
| Course | Subjects needed in 10+2 |
|---|---|
| B.V.Sc & A.H. | Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; 50% aggregate in these (47.5% for SC/ST) |
| B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture | Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB or PCMB) |
| B.Sc (Hons) Forestry | PCB or PCM |
| B.Sc (Hons) Horticulture | PCB, PCMB, PCM, PC Forestry or Inter (Agriculture) |
| B.Tech Agriculture Engineering, B.Tech Dairy Technology | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| B.F.Sc (Fisheries Science) | PCMB, PCB or Inter (Agriculture) |
- Age for B.V.Sc & A.H.: 17 to 25 years on 31 December of the admission year.
- Age for all other courses: 17 to 22 years on 1 July of the admission year.
- SC, ST and OBC candidates get 5 years of relaxation in the upper age limit.
- Class 12 students can apply, but they must pass before counselling.
- Only candidates found medically fit at the check-up are admitted.
These rules are from the 2026 bulletin and are expected to continue in 2027.
Which courses does JCECE 2027 cover?
JCECE now covers only agriculture and allied degree courses in Jharkhand. B.Tech admission in Jharkhand uses the JEE Main state merit list, and MBBS and BDS admission uses NEET UG, so those courses are no longer part of JCECE.
| Group you choose | Courses you can get |
|---|---|
| PCM | B.Sc (Hons) Forestry, B.Sc (Hons) Horticulture, B.Tech Agriculture Engineering, B.Tech Dairy Technology |
| PCB | B.V.Sc & A.H., B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture, B.Sc (Hons) Forestry, B.Sc (Hons) Horticulture, B.F.Sc |
| PCMB | All seven courses |
What is the JCECE 2027 exam pattern?
JCECE is a one-stage offline test of objective questions with four options and one correct answer, held at centres in Ranchi and Dumka. Each subject has 50 questions of 1 mark, and 1/4 mark is deducted for each wrong answer. The paper is in English and Hindi; if a translation is unclear, the English version is final.
| Group | Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCM | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 50 each, 150 in all | 150 |
| PCB | Physics, Chemistry, Biology | 50 each, 150 in all | 150 |
| PCMB | Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics | 50 each, 200 in all | 200 |
| Paper | Duration | Timing (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Biology | 1 hour | 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM |
| Physics and Chemistry | 2 hours | 11:45 AM to 1:45 PM |
| Mathematics | 1 hour | 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM |
Questions follow the CBSE Class 11 and 12 syllabus; see the JCECE 2027 syllabus for topics. Calculators, log tables, phones and smart watches are not allowed.
JCECE 2027 Official Notices and Downloads
- PDFJCECE (Agriculture and Allied Courses) 2026 Information Bulletin (latest) (16 June 2026)Official site · jceceb.jharkhand.gov.inOpen
- LINKJCECEB official websiteOfficial site · jceceb.jharkhand.gov.inOpen