The JCECE 2026 examination is conducted by JCECEB for admission to undergraduate Agriculture, Veterinary, Fisheries, Forestry, and Allied courses across Government and Private colleges in Jharkhand. The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination (JCECE) — also referred to as Jharkhand CECE or JCECEB Agriculture Entrance — is a State-level Agricultural entrance exam organised by the Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB). The JCECE 2026 application form was released on May 19, 2026 at jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in, and the exam is scheduled for June 18, 2026. Here on aglasem.com, you can find verified information on the admit card, answer key, result, and previous year question papers, along with the syllabus PDF.
Latest: – JCECE 2026 application form was released on May 19, 2026 at jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in. Application last date is June 12, 2026. The exam is scheduled for June 18, 2026. Admit card is expected shortly before the exam.
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JCECE 2026
What is the JCECE entrance exam?
The JCECE stands for Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination. Conducted annually by the Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB), it is the State-level Agricultural entrance exam for admission to B.V.Sc & AH, B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture, B.Sc (Hons) Forestry, B.Tech Dairy Technology, B.F.Sc, B.Tech Agriculture Engineering, and B.Sc (Hons) Horticulture at Agricultural, Dairy Technology, and Fisheries Sciences colleges across Jharkhand. Admission to general B.Tech engineering courses in Jharkhand is based on JEE Main; the JCECE exam itself is conducted only for the agriculture and allied PCB / PCM groups. Note that JCECE is different from JCECE-LE (lateral entry for engineering), Jharkhand Polytechnic PECE (diploma), and Jharkhand Nursing entrance exams — all conducted by the same board (JCECEB) but for separate programmes.
JCECE 2026 Important Dates
The complete schedule for JCECE 2026 is below. JCECEB is the official authority for all dates — visit jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in for any updates.
| Exam Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Release of Notification | Released (May 2026) |
| Release of Application Form | May 19, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | June 12, 2026 |
| Issuance of Admit Card | Expected shortly (few days before exam) |
| JCECE 2026 Exam Date | June 18, 2026 |
| Release of Answer Key | After Exam |
| Announcement of Result / Merit List | Last week of July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Counselling & Seat Allotment | July – August 2026 (Tentative) |
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JCECE 2026 Application Form
The JCECE 2026 application form was released by JCECEB on May 19, 2026 at jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in. The last date to apply is June 12, 2026. Candidates complete online registration through the candidate portal, enter personal and academic details, upload a scanned photograph, signature, and left thumb impression, and pay the application fee online. The application fee is INR 500 for General / EWS / BC-I / BC-II category candidates applying for either the PCM or PCB group, with reduced fees for SC / ST / female Jharkhand candidates. Candidates applying for both PCM and PCB groups pay a higher combined fee. Keep your registration credentials safe — they are required for the admit card, result, and counselling.
Application / Candidate Portal – Access the candidate login portal for JCECE at jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in.
Eligibility Criteria
| Parameter | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Nationality / Domicile | Indian citizen; permanent resident of Jharkhand (for state-quota seats) |
| Qualifying Examination | Class 12 pass from a recognised board |
| PCM Group Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| PCB Group Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Biology |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | As per JCECEB notification (typically 45% / 40% relaxation for reserved categories) |
| Age Limit | As per programme (varies for B.V.Sc / B.Sc (H) / B.Tech) |
| Final-Year 12th Students | Eligible, subject to completion of qualifying exam before admission |
JCECE 2026 Exam Pattern
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline (Pen-and-Paper, OMR) |
| PCM Group Duration | 2 hours (Physics & Chemistry) |
| PCB Group Duration | 1 hour (Mathematics or Biology) |
| Medium of Exam | English & Hindi |
| Marking Scheme | +1 for correct, –0.25 (1/4) for wrong |
| PCM Group | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (B.Tech Dairy / Agriculture Engineering) |
| PCB Group | Physics, Chemistry, Biology (B.V.Sc, B.Sc Agri, B.Sc Forestry, B.F.Sc, B.Sc Horticulture) |
| Question Type | Objective Multiple Choice Questions |
| Frequency | Annual |
JCECE 2026 Syllabus
The JCECE syllabus covers Class 11 and 12 NCERT Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics or Biology depending on the group (PCM / PCB). For complete subject-wise topic lists, see JCECE 2026 Syllabus on aglasem.com. Practise with previous year question papers to understand question style and difficulty.
JCECE 2026 Admit Card
The JCECE 2026 admit card / hall ticket is expected to be released by JCECEB shortly before the June 18 exam at jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in. Download it using your application number / login ID and password from the candidate portal. Carry the printed copy along with a valid photo ID to the exam centre.
JCECE 2026 Answer Key
The JCECE 2026 answer key will be released by JCECEB after the exam. Use it with the marking scheme (+1 correct, −0.25 wrong) to estimate your score before the official result. Unofficial keys from coaching institutes will also be available shortly after the exam.
JCECE 2026 Result
The JCECE 2026 result will be declared by JCECEB in the last week of July 2026 (tentative) at jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in as a merit list and scorecard. The result is the basis for counselling and seat allotment for B.V.Sc & AH, B.Sc Agriculture, B.Sc Forestry, B.Sc Horticulture, B.Tech Dairy Technology, B.Tech Agriculture Engineering, and B.F.Sc admissions.
Participating Courses & Institutes
- B.V.Sc & A.H. – Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry
- B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture
- B.Sc (Hons) Forestry
- B.Sc (Hons) Horticulture
- B.Tech Dairy Technology
- B.Tech Agriculture Engineering
- B.F.Sc – Bachelor of Fisheries Science
- Notable institute: Birsa Agricultural University (BAU), Ranchi
Counselling and Admission
- After the result, JCECEB conducts online counselling in multiple rounds through jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in.
- Qualified candidates register, fill in choices of colleges and programmes, and pay the counselling fee.
- Seat allotment is based on merit rank, choice filling, category reservation, and seat matrix.
- The JCECE 2026 seat allotment result is expected in July 2026.
- Selected candidates complete document verification and report to the allotted college for admission.
JCECE – An Overview
| Exam Aspect | Aspect Information |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | JCECE |
| Full Form | Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination |
| Also Known As | Jharkhand CECE, JCECEB Entrance Exam |
| Exam Conducting Body | JCECEB |
| Full Name of Body | Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board |
| Level of Exam | State Level |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (Pen-and-Paper, OMR) |
| Groups | PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) and PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) |
| Marking Scheme | +1 correct, –0.25 wrong |
| Application Start Date 2026 | May 19, 2026 |
| Application Last Date 2026 | June 12, 2026 |
| Exam Date 2026 | June 18, 2026 |
| Application Fee | INR 500 (Gen / EWS / BC) for one group; reduced for SC / ST / Female Jharkhand |
| Official Website | jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in |
| Courses | B.V.Sc & AH, B.Sc (H) Agriculture, B.Sc (H) Forestry, B.Tech Dairy Technology, B.F.Sc, B.Tech Agriculture Engineering, B.Sc (H) Horticulture |
| Colleges / Universities | Agricultural, Dairy Technology, Fisheries Sciences colleges in Jharkhand (incl. BAU Ranchi) |
| Type Of Exam | Agricultural Entrance Exams |
FAQs – JCECE 2026
The JCECE 2026 exam is scheduled for June 18, 2026 by JCECEB at offline exam centres in Ranchi and Dumka. The application form was released on May 19, 2026 and the last date to apply is June 12, 2026. Admit card is expected shortly before the exam. The result is expected in the last week of July 2026 followed by counselling for admission to Agriculture, Veterinary, Fisheries, and Allied courses across Jharkhand colleges.
JCECE offers admission to UG Agriculture, Veterinary, Fisheries, and Allied courses in Jharkhand: B.V.Sc & A.H., B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture, B.Sc (Hons) Forestry, B.Sc (Hons) Horticulture, B.Tech Dairy Technology, B.Tech Agriculture Engineering, and B.F.Sc. Birsa Agricultural University (BAU), Ranchi is the main participating institute. Admission to general B.Tech courses is based on JEE Main, not JCECE.
JCECE is an offline pen-and-paper test (OMR-based) with MCQs. Candidates choose between PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) or PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology). PCM candidates write a 2-hour paper (Physics & Chemistry); PCB candidates write a 1-hour paper (Mathematics or Biology). Each correct answer carries +1 mark; 0.25 is deducted for each wrong answer. The paper is available in English and Hindi.
Candidates must have passed class 12 from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM group) or Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB group) as compulsory subjects, with the minimum aggregate prescribed by JCECEB (typically 45% with relaxation for SC / ST / OBC categories). Permanent residence in Jharkhand is required for state-quota seats. Final-year 12th students may apply subject to qualifying before admission.
JCECE is for UG Agriculture / Veterinary / Fisheries courses at BAU Ranchi and allied colleges. JCECE-LE (EECE LE) is for lateral entry to the 2nd year of B.Tech Engineering. Jharkhand Polytechnic PECE is for Diploma admission. All three are conducted by JCECEB but target different programmes and have separate exam dates and eligibility.
The JCECE 2026 application fee is INR 500 for General / EWS / BC-I / BC-II candidates applying for one group (PCM or PCB), with reduced fees for SC / ST and female Jharkhand candidates. Candidates applying for both PCM and PCB groups pay a higher combined fee. Payment is made online via debit card, credit card, or net banking through the JCECEB gateway.
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