About BCECE
Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination – Your gateway to quality higher education in Bihar.
What is BCECE?
BCECE (Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination) is a prestigious state-level entrance examination conducted annually by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB).
This examination serves as the primary gateway for students seeking admission to various undergraduate programs in Engineering, Pharmacy, Agriculture, and other professional courses offered by government and private colleges across Bihar.
Exam Mode
Offline (OMR)
Exam Level
State Level
Established
Since 1992
Conducting Body
BCECEB, Bihar
Why is BCECE Important
BCECE holds significant importance for students in Bihar for several reasons:
Gateway to Top Colleges
BCECE provides admission to prestigious government engineering, medical, and agricultural colleges in Bihar.
Affordable Education
Government colleges offer quality education at subsidized fees, making professional courses accessible.
Additional Opportunity
Students can appear for BCECE alongside JEE/NEET, increasing their chances of getting admission.
State Quota Benefits
Bihar domicile students get preference in seat allocation under the state quota.
Courses Covered Under BCECE
BCECE provides admission to diverse professional courses across multiple disciplines.
B.Tech / B.E.
- Computer Science
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical
- Electrical
- Electronics
BAMS
- Ayurvedic Medicine
- Natural Healing
B.Pharma
- Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Drug Development
- Clinical Research
B.Sc Agriculture
- Agricultural Science
- Horticulture
- Soil Science
B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture
- Agricultural Engineering
- Food Technology
BHMS
- Homeopathic Medicine
- Alternative Medicine
Note on Medical Admissions
As per recent changes, admission to MBBS and BDS courses in Bihar is now primarily done through NEET scores. However, BCECE may still be relevant for certain medical and paramedical courses. Always check the latest notification for current admission criteria.
Key Features of BCECE
- Annual Examination: BCECE is conducted once every year, typically between April and June
- Objective Type Questions: The exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) only.
- Online Mode: The examination is conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
- Negative Marking: There is provision for negative marking for incorrect answers.
- Single Attempt: Students can appear for BCECE in the year they pass or appear for 12th standard.
Who Conducts BCECE?
BCECE is conducted by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB), which operates under the Government of Bihar. The board is responsible for:
- Releasing the official notification and application forms
- Conducting the entrance examination
- Declaring results and merit lists
- Managing the counselling and seat allotment process
- Ensuring fair and transparent admission procedures
The official website of BCECE Board is bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, where all official announcements, notifications, and updates are published
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