Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has released the Bihar DCECE Polytechnic Admission Forms for Diploma Certificate Entrance Competitive Examination 2026 on 19th March 2026. The entrance exam will be conducted for Polytechnic Engineering (PE), Para Medical Matric Level (PMM), and Para Medical Intermediate Level (PM) course groups.
Bihar DCECE Application Form 2026 Out
As per the official notification, the online registration process has started from 19th March 2026 and will remain open till 21st April 2026. Interested candidates must complete the application process well before the last date to avoid any last-minute issues.
| Bihar DCECE 2026- Overview | |
| Conducting Body | Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) |
| Exam Name | Diploma Certificate Entrance Competitive Examination 2026 |
| Course Name | Polytechnic Engineering (PE), Para Medical Matric Level (PMM), and Para Medical Intermediate Level (PM) |
| Total Seats | 40000+ |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Dates | 19th March to 21st April 2026 |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Official website | www.bceceboard.bihar.gov.in |
| Notification PDF | Click to Download |
Bihar DCECE 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Before filling out the form, candidates must check the eligibility criteria for their respective courses:
For Polytechnic Engineering (PE)- Must have passed or appearing in Class 10th (Matriculation); Subjects: Mathematics and Science are compulsory
For Paramedical (PM)- Must have passed or appearing in Class 12th; Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics
For Paramedical Matric (PMM)- Must have passed Class 10th
Age Limit
- No minimum age for PE
- For PM/PMM: Minimum age is generally 15–17 years (course-specific)
Bihar DCECE Application Form 2026 Link
The apply online link for Bihar DCECE 2026 has been activated on the official website. Candidates must ensure that all details entered in the application form are correct and match their documents.
Steps to Fill Bihar DCECE Admission Form 2026
Candidates can follow the step-by-step process below to complete the application:
- Visit the official BCECEB website.
- Click on the “DCECE 2026 Online Application” link
- Complete New Registration using email ID & mobile number
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and address
- Upload scanned photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee via online mode
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
Bihar DCECE Polytechnic Exam Pattern 2026
The exam pattern for Polytechnic Engineering (PE), Paramedical Matric (PMM), and Paramedical (PM) is explained below.
Polytechnic Engineering Course Group (PE)
There are 90 questions, 5 marks each, making a total of 450 marks. Candidates have to complete the examination in 2 hours and 15 minutes
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 30 | 150 | 2 hours and 15 minutes |
| Chemistry | 30 | 150 | |
| Mathematics | 30 | 150 | |
| Total | 90 | 450 |
Courses Include: Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Electronics, and Computer Science.
Para Medical (Intermediate Level) Course Group (PM)
There are a total of 90 questions asked from Science, Maths, Hindi, English, and GK. Each question carries 5 marks, and candidates must complete the exam in 2 hours and 15 minutes.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Science (Physics/ Chemistry/ Biology) | 25 | 125 | 2 hours and 15 minutes |
| Arithmetic Ability | 15 | 75 | |
| Hindi | 15 | 75 | |
| English | 15 | 75 | |
| General Knowledge | 20 | 100 | |
| Total | 90 | 450 |
Exam Level: The Intermediate Level covers Hindi, English, and General Knowledge, while the Secondary Level includes General Science and Arithmetic Ability.
Courses Include: Pharmacy, GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery), Lab Technician, X-Ray Technician, and Dental Hygienist.
Para Medical (Secondary Level) Course Group (PMM)
There are 90 questions that will be asked from various subjects mentioned below. Each question carries 5 marks, which makes the total 450, and candidates must complete the exam in 2 hours and 15 minutes
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 20 | 100 | 2 hours and 15 minutes |
| Chemistry | 20 | 100 | |
| Mathematics | 10 | 50 | |
| Biology | 10 | 50 | |
| Hindi | 10 | 50 | |
| English | 10 | 50 | |
| General Knowledge | 10 | 50 | |
| Total | 90 | 450 |
Exam Level: Secondary (10th standard level)
Courses include: ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwifery), Dresser, Dental Mechanic, and Radiography courses.


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