03 Jul 2025 — BCECE 2025 results have been published on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. Download your rank card using your roll number and date of birth.
The BCECE 2025 result was declared on 1 July 2025. Candidates can download their rank cards from the official website bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
Counselling is expected to begin in August 2025. Qualified candidates must register online, upload required documents and complete choice filling for engineering and paramedical lateral-entry seats.
Counselling will consist of multiple seat-allotment rounds, decided by merit rank, reservation category and available seats.
With rank cards out and counselling imminent, applicants should review past cutoffs and monitor the BCECEB website for Round 1 allotment notices and further counselling updates.
Candidates can check the following:
The BCECE result, released on 1 July 2025 on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, is available as a downloadable rank card; log in with your roll number and date of birth.
The rank card lists overall and category-wise ranks that will be used during online counselling.
BCECEB will manage counselling for admissions to engineering, pharmacy, agriculture and paramedical programs.
Candidates must submit several mandatory documents for counselling. These include:
Seat allotment is carried out across several rounds by BCECEB, based on rank, category and the choices submitted during counselling.
Each round features a provisional allotment, an objection period and a final allotment.
After final allotment, candidates should download the allotment letter, complete document verification and finish admission formalities at the allotted college.
Seat intake varies across engineering, pharmacy, agriculture and paramedical courses among government and private colleges in Bihar.
Qualifying marks are the minimum scores required to be eligible for admission through the BCECE.
The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination (BCECE) is an annual state-level test administered by BCECEB for admission to undergraduate programs in engineering, medical, agriculture and pharmacy across Bihar's government and private colleges.
BCECE 2025 consists of five papers — Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology and Agriculture. Each paper contains 100 MCQs; total marks are 400. Correct answers carry +4 and incorrect answers carry -1.
Some sources had expected the result in August 2025; based on past trends, cutoff estimates were: General ~350, General-PH ~300, Reserved-PH ~270 and OBC/SC/ST ~230.
Also check:
BCECE is highly competitive and considered challenging due to the large number of applicants. Historically, attendance is around 98% with roughly 25,000 candidates taking the test.
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18 May 2025 (10:00 p.m.)
07 May 2025 (11:59 PM)
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28 May 2025
Also check: BCECE 2025 exam dates
Online applications for Bihar DECE LE 2025 opened on 20 March 2025; the last date to apply was 15 April 2025.
The BCECE 2025 exam follows the previous pattern: offline pen-and-paper. Five subject papers (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Agriculture), each with 100 MCQs. Total marks 400; each paper duration 90 minutes.
The detailed exam pattern is shown below:
Also check: BCECE 2025 exam pattern
Key eligibility: candidates must have passed 10+2 (or equivalent) with at least 45% (40% for reserved categories) in Physics, Chemistry and either Biology or Mathematics.
Key eligibility details are listed below:
Check: BCECE 2025 eligibility
Registration for BCECE 2025 is handled online by BCECEB. Applicants must submit the form within the window — expected to open in the last week of May 2025 and close by the second week of June 2025.
Registration details are provided below:
Check: BCECE 2025 application process
Application fee varies according to category and subject group.
Reserved-category candidates (SC/ST/PwD) are eligible for reduced fees, typically Rs. 500 or Rs. 550 depending on the group.
Admit cards were released on 24 May 2025 on the official website. Candidates can download them by logging in with application number and password. The admit card is mandatory for entry; it contains name, roll number, exam date/time, centre, signature and exam-day instructions.
The detailed syllabus is listed below:
Check: BCECE 2025 syllabus
The answer key will be published after the exam. Candidates can use it to estimate scores by logging in with roll number and date of birth.
Cutoffs indicate the minimum marks needed for admission and depend on exam difficulty, number of applicants and seat availability.
A top-1000 rank is generally considered strong and can help secure seats at leading Bihar engineering colleges such as BCE Bhagalpur and MIT Muzaffarpur.
The exam's difficulty is amplified by heavy competition from many applicants.
Category-wise expected cutoffs are shown below:
Previous year question papers (2014–2017) and solution PDFs are listed below:
Check: BCECE question papers
Results are published on the official site as rank cards; download by logging in with roll number and date of birth.
Counselling will be conducted online for admissions to medical, agriculture and pharmacy programs across Bihar.
Documents required for counselling are listed below:
Check: BCECE 2025 counselling
BCECE is accepted by many Bihar institutes. Notable colleges include Muzaffarpur Institute of Technology (MIT), Gaya College of Engineering (GCE), BCE Bhagalpur and Nalanda College of Engineering.
Yes — BCECE is a pathway to many engineering colleges across Bihar.
Participating institutes for BCECE 2025 are listed below:
Question 1. Is engineering education in Bihar good?
Answer: Quality varies by college and program. Bihar offers options including reputable government institutions and private colleges, so outcomes depend on individual choices and goals.
Question 2. Which private engineering college is considered top in Bihar?
Answer: Many consider Birla Institute of Technology (BIT) Patna Extension Centre among the top private engineering options in Bihar for its infrastructure and academics.
Question 3. What is the syllabus for the Bihar Diploma Entrance Exam 2025?
Answer: The DCECE 2025 syllabus covers subjects relevant to the chosen diploma stream (PE, PMM, PM), with topic lists provided in official syllabus documents.
Question difficulty varies by course stream (PE, PMM, PM).
Question 4. What are the BCECE fees?
Answer: Application fees vary by category; see the fee table below.
Question 5. How do I download the BCECE 2025 admit card?
Answer: Follow the steps below to download the admit card:
| Download BCECE PCM/PCB Rank Card |
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) |
| Result Declaration Date | July 1, 2025 |
| Credentials Required | Roll Number and Date of Birth |
| Streams Covered |
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| Details Mentioned in Result |
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| Rank Type Provided | Category Rank and Overall Rank |
| Tie-Breaking Criteria | Based on marks in Mathematics, then Physics, then Chemistry (for PCM group) |
| Result Format | Rank Card (PDF Download) |
| Cut-off Status | Not officially released; can be estimated from rank |
| Next Step After Result | Online counselling registration, choice filling & document upload |
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Registration | Register on bcece.admissions.nic.in using your roll number and personal details. |
| Choice Filling | Select and prioritise your preferred colleges and courses. |
| Choice Locking | Lock choices before the deadline — locked choices cannot be changed. |
| Seat Allotment | Provisional allotments are published based on rank, category, choices and seat availability. |
| Allotment Letter | Download the allotment letter from the website after seats are allotted. |
| Document Verification | Report to the allotted college with original documents for verification within the specified window. |
| Fee Payment | Pay the admission fee to confirm your seat after verification. |
| Reporting | Physically report to the allotted institute with proof of documents and payment. |
| Upgrade Option | Candidates may opt for seat upgradation in subsequent rounds if eligible. |
| Further Rounds | If not allotted or seeking a better option, participate in subsequent rounds or the mop-up round if announced. |
| Round | Description |
|---|---|
| Round 1 | Initial allotment based on merit and locked choices; includes verification and admission. |
| Round 2 | For upgrades and candidates not allotted in Round 1; includes provisional result, objections and final allotment. |
| Mop-Up Round | Held only if vacancies remain; fresh registrations and choice filling may be allowed. |
| Special Round (if conducted) | Final chance to fill remaining seats; schedule will be notified by BCECEB. |
| BCECE UGEAC 2025 Seat Matrix |
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| BCECE DCECE 2025 Seat Matrix |
| Stream / Course | Approximate Total Seats | Major Participating Institutions |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering (PCM Group) | 20,000+ seats | MIT Muzaffarpur, GCE Gaya, BCE Bhagalpur, various private engineering colleges |
| Pharmacy (PCB Group) | 5,000+ seats | Government pharmacy institutes in Patna and private pharmacy colleges |
| Agriculture Stream | 3,000+ seats | Bihar Agricultural University, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University |
| Paramedical Courses | 2,500+ seats | ANM, GNM, BPT and BSc Nursing colleges |
| Lateral Entry (LE) | 1,500+ seats | Admissions to 2nd year BTech/Pharmacy in select colleges |
| Category | Qualifying Percentage | Qualifying Marks (Out of 400) – Expected |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 50% | 200 marks |
| OBC / BC / EBC | 45% | 180 marks |
| SC / ST | 40% | 160 marks |
| PwD (General) | 45% | 180 marks |
| PwD (Reserved) | 40% | 160 marks |
| Course | Original Exam Dates | Revised Exam Dates |
|---|---|---|
| BCECE [P/C/M/B] | 07.06.2025 | 08.06.2025 |
| BCECE [Agri] | 08.06.2025 | 09.06.2025 |
| Event | Dates (DD.MM.YYYY) |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starting Date | 09.04.2025 |
| Online Registration Closing Date |
18.05.2025 (10:00 p.m.) (extended) |
| Last date of payment through Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI |
18.05.2025 (11:59 p.m.) (extended) |
| Online Editing of Application Form |
19.05.2025 to 20.05.2025 (extended) |
| Uploading of Online Admit Card |
28.05.2025 (updated) |
| Proposed Date of Examination |
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| Result Date | 01.07.2025 |
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Offline, pen-and-paper test |
| Number of subjects | 5 subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology and Agriculture |
| Type of Questions | MCQs |
| Number of Questions | 100 per subject paper |
| Total Marks | 400 marks |
| Duration of the exam | 90 minutes per paper |
| Marking Scheme | Correct Answer: +4 marks; Incorrect Answer: -1 mark |
| Language | English and Hindi |
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Candidate must be an Indian citizen. |
| Domicile Requirement | Permanent resident of Bihar or parent domiciled in Bihar. |
| Educational Qualification | Passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board. |
| Minimum Marks Required | General Category: Minimum 45% in 10+2 (PCB/PCM). SC/ST Category: Minimum 40% in 10+2 (PCB/PCM). |
| Compulsory Subjects | Physics & Chemistry along with Mathematics/Biology/Agriculture in 10+2. |
| Age Limit | No age limit for Engineering & Medical courses. For Pharmacy, minimum 16 years as of 31 Dec 2025. |
| Appearing Candidates | Candidates appearing for the 10+2 exam in 2025 are eligible to apply. |
| Reserved Category Relaxation | Relaxation in minimum marks as per Bihar government norms for SC/ST/OBC/EBC. |
| Document Name | Specification & Details | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|---|
| Recent Passport Size Photograph | Scanned, coloured, JPEG/JPG format, size 50–100 KB | Mandatory |
| Signature | Scanned, black/blue ink, JPEG/JPG format, size 20–50 KB | Mandatory |
| Class 10th Mark Sheet & Certificate | Proof of date of birth & educational qualification | Mandatory |
| Class 12th Mark Sheet & Certificate | Required for verification of subject eligibility | Mandatory |
| Domicile Certificate | Issued by Bihar Govt., needed for state quota seats | Mandatory for Bihar residents |
| Caste Certificate | Required for SC/ST/OBC/EBC category candidates | If applicable |
| Income Certificate | Needed for fee concession/reservation benefits | If applicable |
| PWD Certificate (if applicable) | For candidates applying under the disability quota | If applicable |
| Aadhaar Card/Voter ID | Proof of identity and address | Recommended |
| Category | PCM Group | PCB Group | PCMB Group |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/BC/EBC | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| Subject | Topics | Weightage |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | Heat & Thermodynamics | 7% |
| Behaviour of Perfect Gas & Kinetic Theory | 1% | |
| Oscillations & Waves | 10% | |
| Electrostatics | 7% | |
| Current Electricity | 7% | |
| Magnetic Effects of Current & Magnetism | 8% | |
| Electromagnetic Induction & Alternating Current | 4% | |
| Optics | 7% | |
| Atoms & Nuclei | 5% | |
| Communication Systems | 3% | |
| Chemistry | Organic Chemistry - Basic Principles | 8% |
| Hydrocarbons | 5% | |
| Solutions | 3% | |
| Electrochemistry | 1% | |
| Chemical Kinetics | 4% | |
| Surface Chemistry | 1% | |
| General Principles of Isolation of Elements | 1% | |
| p-Block Elements | 6% | |
| d & f Block Elements | 10% | |
| Haloalkanes & Haloarenes | 2% | |
| Aldehydes, Ketones & Carboxylic Acids | 5% | |
| Biomolecules | 5% | |
| Chemistry in Everyday Life | 1% | |
| Biology | Structural Organisation in Animals & Plants | 4% |
| Plant Physiology | 6% | |
| Sexual Reproduction | 7% | |
| Biology & Human Welfare | 2% | |
| Biotechnology & Its Applications | 2% | |
| Mathematics | Sets and Functions | - |
| Algebra I & II | - | |
| Functions and Relations | - | |
| Vectors | - | |
| Calculus I & II | - | |
| Linear Programming | - | |
| Probability | - | |
| Three-Dimensional Geometry | - | |
| Statistics & Probability | - | |
| Mathematical Reasoning | - | |
| Coordinate Geometry | - | |
| Agriculture | Agrometeorology | - |
| Crop Production | - | |
| Horticulture | - |
| Category | Expected Cutoff Marks (out of 400) |
|---|---|
| General (GEN) | 350–370 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 330–350 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 320–340 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 280–300 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 250–270 |
| Physically Handicapped (PH) | 270–290 |
| General (Female) | 340–360 |
| SC/ST (Female) | 250–270 |
| Reserved Categories (Others) | 230–250 |
| Years | Question Paper PDF | Solution PDF |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Download PDF | Solution PDF |
| 2016 | Download PDF | Solution PDF |
| 2015 | Download PDF | Solution PDF |
| 2014 | Download PDF | Solution PDF |
| Document Required | Details |
|---|---|
| BCECE 2025 Admit Card | Printout of the admit card issued for the BCECE 2025 exam. |
| BCECE 2025 Rank Card | Rank card issued after the exam results are declared. |
| Class 10th Mark Sheet | Proof of date of birth and educational qualification. |
| Class 12th Mark Sheet | For verification of subject eligibility (PCB/PCM/PCMB). |
| Caste Certificate | For SC/ST/OBC/EBC candidates as per Bihar Govt. norms. |
| Domicile Certificate | For Bihar residents; to prove the candidate’s residence status in Bihar. |
| Income Certificate | Required for claiming reservations under economically weaker sections (EWS), if applicable. |
| Physically Disabled Certificate | For candidates applying under the PWD (Persons with Disability) category. |
| Aadhaar Card/Voter ID | Proof of identity and address. |
| Passport Size Photographs | Recent passport size photographs as per the specified guidelines. |
| Counselling Fee Payment Receipt | Proof of payment of the counselling registration fee. |
| Institute Name | Programs Offered |
|---|---|
| Bhagalpur College of Engineering (BCE), Bhagalpur |
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| Muzaffarpur Institute of Technology (MIT), Muzaffarpur |
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| Bakhtiyarpur College of Engineering (BCE), Patna |
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| Gaya College of Engineering (GCE), Gaya |
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| Dr. Kalam Agricultural College, Kishanganj | B.Sc (Hons.) in Agriculture |
| Darbhanga College of Engineering, Darbhanga | B.Tech in various disciplines |
| Katihar Engineering College, Katihar | B.Tech in various disciplines |
| Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Institute of Technology, Chhapra | B.Tech in various disciplines |
| Millia Institute of Technology, Purnea | B.Tech in various disciplines |
| Nalanda College of Engineering, Nalanda | B.Tech in various disciplines |
| Purnea College of Engineering, Purnea | B.Tech in various disciplines |
| Saharsa College of Engineering, Saharsa | B.Tech in various disciplines |
| Sityog Institute of Technology, Patna | B.Tech in various disciplines |
| Vidya Vihar Institute of Technology, Purnea | B.Tech in various disciplines |
| Category | PCM Group | PCB Group | PCMB Group |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/BC/EBC | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| Instructions | Details |
|---|---|
| Visit the Official Website | Go to the BCECE official website: bceceboard.bihar.gov.in |
| Find the Admit Card Link | Look for the "BCECE 2025 Admit Card Download" link on the homepage. |
| Login Credentials | Enter your Registration Number and Date of Birth/Password in the login portal. |
| Click on Submit | After entering the correct details, click on the "Submit" button. |
| View Admit Card | The admit card will be displayed on the screen. Carefully check all details such as name, exam center, date, time, and roll number. |
| Download & Print | Click on the "Download" button and take at least two printouts for exam day. |
| Verify Details | Cross-check the details on the admit card. If there are any errors, contact the BCECE Board immediately. |
| Correction Window (If Needed) | If there are discrepancies, the board provides a correction window to request changes. |
| Carry to Exam Hall | On the exam day, bring the printed admit card along with a valid photo ID (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, etc.). |
