Admission to the first year of professional graduate-level courses—such as Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Para-Medical studies, Public Health, B.Sc. Nursing, Pharmacy, Agriculture Science, Horticulture, Forestry, and Fisheries, among others—will be determined through the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Exam-2025. Conducted by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board, which operates under the Government of Bihar, this exam will serve as the basis for selection, following a merit-cum-distinction approach. Additionally, for admissions to universities, colleges, and institutions requiring State Government nomination, candidates will be chosen from the merit list generated from the exam results.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start | 09/04/2025 |
| Online Registration Closing Date | 06/05/2025 |
| Last Date of Payment | 07/05/2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Editing Window | 08/05/2025 – 09/05/2025 |
| Admit Card Upload | 24/05/2025 |
| Exam Date | 07/06/2025 – 08/06/2025 |
Application Fee
| Candidate Category | Exam Type | Fee Amount |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / BC / EBC | Any One Subject Group | ₹1000/- |
| SC / ST / DQ | Any One Subject Group | ₹500/- |
| General / EWS / BC / EBC | All Four Subjects (PCMB) | ₹1100/- |
| SC / ST / DQ | All Four Subjects (PCMB) | ₹550/- |
Note: Pay the Examination Fee Through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Educational Qualifications
| Course Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Engineering & Technology (4-Year Course) | Passed 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electronics, IT, Biology, Biotechnology, Engineering Graphics, Agriculture, etc. |
| Agriculture Stream (Agriculture Engineering) | 45% Marks (General) / 40% Marks (Reserved Category) in qualifying subjects. |
| Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Women’s Institute of Technology | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Biology required for IT & Computer Science Engineering courses. |
| Pharmacy (4-Year Course) | Passed 10+2 with Physics & Chemistry + one subject (Mathematics/Life Science). |
District Code List
| Serial Number | District Name | Code |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patna | 01 |
| 2 | Bhojpur | 02 |
| 3 | Yaksar | 03 |
| 4 | Rohtas | 04 |
| 5 | Bhabhua | 05 |
| 6 | Nalanda | 06 |
| 7 | Went | 07 |
| 8 | Nawada | 08 |
| 9 | Aurangabad | 09 |
| 10 | Arwal | 10 |
| 11 | Jehanabad | 11 |
| 12 | Saran | 12 |
| 13 | Siwan | 13 |
| 14 | Gopalganj | 14 |
| 15 | Vaishali | 15 |
| 16 | Muzaffarpur | 16 |
| 17 | Sitamarhi | 17 |
| 18 | Shivhar | 18 |
| 19 | East Champaran | 19 |
| 20 | West Champaran | 20 |
| 21 | Darbhanga | 21 |
| 22 | Samastipur | 22 |
| 23 | Madhubani | 23 |
| 24 | Saharsa | 24 |
| 25 | Madhepura | 25 |
| 26 | Supaul | 26 |
| 27 | Purnia | 27 |
| 28 | Katihar | 28 |
| 29 | Kishanganj | 29 |
| 30 | Araria | 30 |
| 31 | Bhagalpur | 31 |
| 32 | Banka | 32 |
| 33 | Munger | 33 |
| 34 | Begusarai | 34 |
| 35 | Khagaria | 35 |
| 36 | Jamui | 36 |
| 37 | Lakhisarai | 37 |
| 38 | Sheikhpura | 38 |
| 39 | Outside Bihar | 99 |
| 40 | Jharkhand | 98 |
BCECE-2025 Examination Structure
| Subject | Marks | Exam Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 400 | 1.5 Hours (9:00 AM – 10:30 AM) |
| Chemistry | 400 | 1.5 Hours (11:00 AM – 12:30 PM) |
| Mathematics | 400 | 1.5 Hours (3:30 PM – 5:00 PM) |
| Biology | 400 | 1.5 Hours (2:00 PM – 3:30 PM) |
| Agricultural Science | 400 | 1.5 Hours (11:00 AM – 12:30 PM) |
Note: Each subject consists of 100 objective-type questions worth 4 marks each. **1 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.**
How to Fill Application Form
- Step 1: Registration – Complete initial registration to begin the process.
- Step 2: Multi-Step Application Form
- Apply for Course Group
- Enter Personal Information
- Provide Contact Details
- Fill Educational Information
- Upload Photo and Signature
- Step 3: Application Preview and Final Submission – Review the form carefully before submitting.
- Step 4: Payment of Examination Fee – Complete the required payment online.
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