BCECE 2026 exam: BCECE Board released Round 1 seat allotment for BCECE - Agriculture[CBA/MBA/MCA/PCA] 2026 on July 29, 2026. Candidates can download the allotment letter through the online portal using the login credentials. They will have to submit their willingness and report to the nodal centre for verification / admission.
BCECE 2026 Latest Updates
- The last date to download the BCECE allotment offer is August 3, 2026.
- Candidates have to report to the nodal centre for verification / admission from August 1 to August 3, 2026.
- Round 2 BCECE seat allotment will be released on August 10, 2026.
- What is BCECE?
- BCECE 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
- BCECE 2026 Counselling
- BCECE 2026 Eligibility Criteria and Application Process
- BCECE 2026 Exam Centres
- BCECE 2026 Pattern, Syllabus and Preparation
- BCECE 2026 Admit Card
- BCECE 2026 Result
- BCECE 2026 Question Paper
- FAQs Regarding BCECE 2026
What is BCECE?
BCECE stands for Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination. It is conducted by the BCECEB for admissions to Agriculture and Horticulture Science courses. The entrance exam is held in a pen-and-paper-based or offline mode. BCECE is held for 1 hour and 30 minutes or 90 minutes for each paper. There are separate question papers for BCECE, i.e. Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, and Agriculture. Each paper carries 100 questions. The total marks are 400. BCECE scores are also accepted for Nursing, Pharmacy and Paramedical courses. However, the pattern and syllabus vary. Those who will be opting for the Medical courses have to opt for the PCB group.
The BCECE 2026 exam will be conducted in a window of two days and multiple slots. Candidates opting for multiple papers or subjects will have to appear for the exam in multiple slots. The course and institute allotment will be done during the counselling process. Only those candidates who will qualify for the exam by securing the pass marks will be eligible for the counselling or admission process.
Key Highlights of BCECE
The following table brings the highlights of the BCECE 2026 exam.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination or BCECE |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Exam Level | UG |
| Total Seats | 6,360 For BSc |
| Courses offered | BSc in Agricultural Science, Nursing, Pharmacy and Paramedical |
BCECE 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of BCECE 2026 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 29 Jul ' 26 | BCECE 2026 seat allotment for Round 1 ONGOING |
| 29 Jul ' 26 - 03 Aug ' 26 | Downloading of Round 1 allotment oder ONGOING |
| 01 Aug ' 26 - 03 Aug ' 26 | Docuement verififcation and admission Round 1 |
| 10 Aug ' 26 | BCECE seat allotment Round 2 |
| 10 Aug ' 26 - 13 Aug ' 26 | Downlaod allotment order Round 2 |
| 12 Aug ' 26 - 13 Aug ' 26 | Document verification and admission |
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 19 Jul ' 26 - 25 Jul ' 26 | BCECE 2026 Choice filling for Round 1 |
| Jul ' 26 | BCECE 2026 Result releases |
| 30 May ' 26 - 31 May ' 26 | BCECE 2026 Exam |
BCECE 2026 Counselling
BCECE counselling 2026 is conducted online. The process involved in BCECE counselling is choice filling, seat allotment, document verification and reporting to the institutes. The eligible candidates must complete the choice filling process before the last date. A fresh registration for BCECE 2026 counselling is not required. Candidates must add the college and course list in the preference order.
Students will be allotted seats based on preference, BCECE rank, and availability of seats in the participating institutes. Those who receive an allotment letter must complete the document verification from August 1 to 3, 2026.
BCECE 2026 Participating Colleges
Here is the list of colleges accepting BCECE scores for admission to BSc courses in Agriculture and Horticulture streams:
| College Name (affiliated to Bihar Agriculture University) | Course | Seat Intake |
|---|---|---|
| Bihar Agricultural College, Bhagalpur | BSc (Hons.) Agriculture | 62 |
| Mandan Bharti Agricultural College, Saharsa | BSc (Hons.) Agriculture | 60 |
| Bhola Paswan Shastri Agricultural College, Purnea | BSc (Hons.) Agriculture | 60 |
| Veer Kunwar Singh College of Agriculture, Buxar | BSc (Hons.) Agriculture | 60 |
| Nalanda College of Horticulture, Nalanda | BSc (Hons.) Horticulture | 23 |
| Dr. Kalam Agricultural College, Kishanganj | BSc (Hons.) Agriculture | 60 |
BCECE 2026 Category-wise Seat Reservation
The table below shows the category-wise reservation criteria.
| Category | Seat Reservation Percentage |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 16% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 1% |
| Extremely Backward Classes | 18% |
| Backward Class | 12% |
| Reserved Category Class | 3% |
| Disabled Quota | 3% in every college |
| Servicemen Quota | To be announced |
BCECE 2026 Eligibility Criteria and Application Process
The board had released the BCECE eligibility criteria 2026 online. The eligibility criteria comprise education qualification, domicile, and age. The eligibility criteria are a minimum condition to appear for the BCECE entrance exam. Those who fulfil all conditions can apply for the BCECE 2026 exam. The eligibility criteria are mentioned below.
- Candidates should pass the Class 12 Board exam or an equivalent exam.
- The candidates should have studied relevant science, mathematics, and agriculture subjects in the Class 12 Board exam with a minimum of 33 per cent in aggregate.
- The minimum age limit of candidates is 16 years as of August 31, 2026.
- There is no upper age limit
For engineering and medical courses, the eligibility criteria would be the same as for JEE Main and NEET, respectively.
BCECE 2026 Eligibility Criteria based on Domicile factors
Candidates should fulfil at least one of the following factors in terms of domicile or Bihar state nativity.
- Candidates should be permanent residents of Bihar.
- Candidates' parents have Bihar refugee registration.
- Candidates' parents live in different states, yet work for the Government of Bihar.
- Candidates' parents live in Bihar but work for the Government of India.
BCECE 2026 Application Form
BCECE application form was available online at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria can apply online. The BCECE registration process is mentioned below.
BCECE 2026 Registration Process
- Registration
- Login with the Application or User ID and password
- Fill up necessary details
- Upload documents
- Pay the fee in online mode.
- Download the application confirmation page.
The course- and category-wise BCECE 2026 application fees are given in the table below.
| Category | PCM, PCB (INR) | PCMB (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| General, BC, OBC | INR 1000 | INR 1100 |
| SC, ST, PwD | INR 500 | INR 550 |
The fee has to be paid through Credit Card, Debit Card and Net Banking. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
BCECE 2026 Exam Centres
BCECE 2026 exam was conducted at various test cities across Bihar and Jharkhand. The BCECE 2026 centres list was available online. Students can check the centre's name and make their preference while filling the application form. Always choose the test city that is closest to your hometown. This will help to avoid unwanted travel during the exam. The following table shows last year's exam cities.
| Centre Name | Test Centre Code |
|---|---|
| Patna | 01 |
| Bhojpur | 02 |
| Buksar | 03 |
| Rohtas | 04 |
| Bhabhua | 05 |
| Nalanda | 06 |
| Gaya | 07 |
| Navada | 08 |
| Aurangabad | 09 |
| Araval | 10 |
| Jahanabad | 11 |
| Saran | 12 |
| Siwan | 13 |
| Gopalganj | 14 |
| Vaishali | 15 |
| Muzzafarpur | 16 |
| Sithamadi | 17 |
| Shivhar | 18 |
| East Champaran | 19 |
| West Champaran | 20 |
| Darbhanga | 21 |
| Samastipur | 22 |
| Madhubani | 23 |
| Sahrasa | 24 |
| Madhepura | 25 |
| Supol | 26 |
| Purnia | 27 |
| Katihar | 28 |
| Kishanganj | 29 |
| Arriya | 30 |
| Bhagalpur | 31 |
| Banka | 32 |
| Munger | 33 |
| Begusarai | 34 |
| Khagadiya | 35 |
| Jumai | 36 |
| Lakhisaray | 37 |
| Shekhpura | 38 |
| Jharkhand (outside Bihar) | 98 |
| Other regions | 99 |
Candidates have to choose exam cities while filling the application form. The allotted BCECE exam centre will be announced on the admit card. Once allotted, the centre cannot be changed. The exam authorities have the right to change the number of BCECE 2026 exam centres.
BCECE 2026 Pattern, Syllabus and Preparation
The table below brings the details of the BCECE pattern.
| Exam Features | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam mode | Paper-based test/ offline mode |
| Exam duration | 1 hour 30 minutes for each paper |
| Exam medium | English and Hindi |
| Number of papers | There will be five papers - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology and Agriculture |
| Type of questions | Objective-type of questions with four options each |
| Total questions | 100 questions for each paper |
| Total marks | 400 marks for each paper |
| Marking scheme | +4 for each correct answer -1 for each wrong answer 0 for unanswered questions |
BCECE 2026 Syllabus
The BCECE 2026 syllabus has been released by BCECEB along with the notification and information brochure of the exam. It is expected that the syllabus of BCECE 2026 will remain unchanged from that of the previous years. The BCECE syllabus is in line with Class 11 and Class 12. It has subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, and Agricultural subjects. Students preparing for the BCECE 2026 entrance exam are advised to prepare from their school textbooks. Those who are preparing for other entrance exams for Engineering or Medical need not take separate preparation to complete the BCECE syllabus, as it includes common chapters and topics.
Click here to download the BCECE Syllabus PDF
BCECE 2026 Admit Card
The BCECE admit card 2026 was available online. Students were able to download their BCECE admit card online. They had to provide their registration number and password to access the admit card. After downloading the BCECE 2026 admit card, candidates must check all the printed details on it. Details like the candidate's name, photograph, registration number, exam date & time, reporting time, and exam day guidelines are mentioned on the admit card. The process to download the BCECE admit card 2026 is mentioned below.
BCECE 2026 Exam Day Instructions
Candidates appearing for the entrance exam should be careful of a few things on the exam day.
- They should report at the exam centre as allotted to them at least an hour or 15 minutes before the exam timings as mentioned below.
| Paper | Exam timings | Reporting time |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 9 AM to 10.30 AM | 8 AM |
| Chemistry | 11 AM to 12.30 PM | 10 AM to 10:45 AM |
| Mathematics | 2 PM to 3.30 PM | 1 PM |
| Biology | 4 PM to 5.30 PM | 3 PM to 3.45 PM |
| Agriculture | 11 AM to 12.30 PM | 10 AM |
- Candidates have to carry their admit card of BCECE as allotted to them, along with a valid photo ID card
- Candidates are advised not to carry any electronic devices, mobile phones, headphones, or calculators on the exam day, as these are not allowed inside the examination hall
- Candidates will not be allowed to carry any eatables inside the exam centre except for water, which may be allowed by the centre officials
- Candidates have to follow the instructions of the exam centre officials to avoid termination from the exam centre
- In case of any discrepancy regarding the admit card or exam centre location, they must get it clarified by the exam authority at least five days before the exam date
- Candidates have to occupy the seat allotted to them carefully, or the seat number would go wrong in the attendance sheet, which may lead to candidature cancellation
- Candidates should avoid any kind of unfair exam practices, maintain discipline and silence inside the examination hall while taking the exam.
- Candidates will not be allowed to leave the exam hall before the scheduled time.
- Taking breaks during the test will not be allowed. Hence, they are suggested to take a bio-break before the exam begins.
Candidates should contact the exam officials in case they need to make any exceptions to any of the above instructions. Test takers should check the instructions mentioned on the BCECE Admit Card 2026 as and when it is released.
BCECE 2026 Result
The authority announced the BCECE 2026 result on June 24. The link to check the result of BCECE 2026 is updated online. Students can check the result in a few simple steps. The process to check the BCECE rank card is mentioned below.
- Go to the exam portal
- Click on the link indicating the BCECE Rank Card as per their stream
- Enter the BCECE 2026 Roll Number and date of birth from the drop-down box
- Click on the Show Rank tab.
- The BCECE Rank Card will appear on the screen and can be downloaded in PDF format.
Information Carried on BCECE Scorecard
The following information are carried on the BCECE scorecard.
- Candidate Name
- Roll Number
- Exam Paper or Subject
- Total score obtained
- Rank obtained.
Candidates are advised to keep the BCECE 2026 scorecard safe till the admission or counselling process is over.
BCECE 2026 Question Paper
FAQs Regarding BCECE 2026
BCECE Pharmacy counselling is conducted to shortlist candidates for admission to BPharma and DPharma programmes. It is mandatory for the candidates to apply for the BCECE exam counselling to seek admission to the top pharmacy colleges of Bihar. Hence, those who want to take admission must attend counselling.
No. Only those candidates who are domiciled in Bihar are eligible to apply for the BCECE paramedical entrance exam. Candidates can refer to the BCECE paramedical eligibility criteria to get detailed information about the courses and admissions.
The BCECE scores are accepted by the Agricultural and Medical institutes located in Bihar for multiple disciplines. The total number of institutes is approximately 90. Majority of the institutes accepting the scores of BCECE are for the Pharmacy, Paramedical and Nursing courses. For the Agricultural courses, around 35 colleges accept the scores of BCECE.
To prepare for BCECE exam students first need to complete class 12th syllabus of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology. After that read the syllabus from standard books. One must solve previous year question papers while following a strict time table. At last on must solve question paper as per real time basis.
Students appearing in BCECE must note about the number of seats in colleges. There are 180 seats in three colleges that accept the BCECE score for admission to BCs nursing programme. (60 seats in each college). All the students who want to take admission should prepare for the exam accordingly to take admission to their desired college.
No, candidates need not submit the BCECE question paper before leaving the centre. Since it is a paper-pencil based test, they are allowed to take the question paper with them. They have to submit the OMR sheets with answers properly marked on it.
No, the mode of payment for BCECE application form is online. The modes of payment include Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking and UPI transactions. Although earlier cash payments could be made using e-challans, but since last few years, the exam authorities are accepting online payment only.
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