The Bihar Diploma Certificate Entrance Competitive Examination (DCECE) is organized by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB). It is conducted annually for admissions into various polytechnic and paramedical diploma courses in government and private institutions across Bihar. If you’re planning to take this exam in 2025, here’s everything you need to know.
Bihar DCECE 2025 Application Form
The application form for Bihar DCECE 2025 will be released online on the official BCECEB website. Candidates will need to fill in their personal, academic, and contact details carefully. Scanned images of a passport-size photograph and signature must be uploaded in the prescribed format.
Steps to Fill the Application Form:
- Visit the official website: bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
- Register using basic details like name, contact number, and email ID.
- Fill in academic qualifications and course preferences.
- Upload scanned documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and print the confirmation page.
Important Dates
The official exam dates will be released on the BCECEB website. Tentatively, the exam will be held in June 2025.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | April 1, 2025 |
| Application Start Date | April 2, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | April 30, 2025 |
| Application Fee Deadline | May 1, 2025 |
| Form Correction Window | May 2 – 3, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | To Be Announced |
| Exam Date (PE, PM, PMM) | To Be Announced |
Bihar DCECE 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Check the eligibility criteria for each course category:
1. Polytechnic Engineering (PE)
| Course | Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| All Diploma Trades | Passed 10th with minimum 50% aggregate | No Age Limit |
2. Para Medical (PM)
| Course | Qualification | Age (as of 31 Dec 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Pharmacy | 12th pass with PCM/PCB, English | 17 to 32 years |
| GNM (Nursing) | 12th with PCB and English with 40% aggregate | 17 to 32 years |
| Other PM Courses (Lab Tech, X-Ray Tech, O.T. Asst., ENT, etc.) | 12th with PCB | 17 to 32 years |
3. Para Medical Matric (PMM)
| Course | Qualification | Age (as of 31 Dec 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist & Others | 10th pass with Science (PCB) and English | 15 to 30 years |
Application Fee
The application fee varies depending on the number of courses applied for:
| No. of Courses | General/BC/EBC | SC/ST/PH |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Course | ₹750 | ₹480 |
| 2 Courses | ₹850 | ₹530 |
| 3 Courses | ₹950 | ₹630 |
Note: The last date to pay the fee is May 1, 2025. Applications without payment will not be accepted.
Exam Pattern – Bihar DCECE 2025
Polytechnic Engineering (PE)
- Mode: Offline (Pen & Paper)
- Duration: 135 minutes
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (30 questions each)
- Total Questions: 90
- Marks per Question: 5
- Total Marks: 450
- Medium: Hindi & English
- Negative Marking: No
Para Medical (PM)
- Mode: Offline
- Duration: 135 minutes
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics
- Total Questions: 90
- Marks per Question: 5
- Total Marks: 450
- Medium: Hindi & English
Para Medical Matric (PMM)
- Mode: Offline
- Duration: 135 minutes
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology
- Total Questions: 90
- Marks per Question: 5
- Total Marks: 450
- Medium: Hindi & English
How to Apply for Bihar DCECE 2025?
Follow these steps to complete your application online:
- Visit the official BCECEB website: bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
- Click on the “DCECE 2025” application link.
- Register using your email ID and phone number.
- Fill out the form with personal and academic details.
- Upload scanned documents (photo & signature).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and save a copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A: It started on April 2, 2025.
A: The deadline is April 30, 2025.
A: Yes, the correction window will be open from May 2 to 3, 2025.
A: No, there is no age restriction for PE.
A: No, there is no negative marking.