Bihar DCECE Exam Dates Announced: Key Details for Candidates

The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board has announced the schedule for the Diploma-Certificate Entrance Competitive Examination (DCECE). Set for May 23 and 24, the application process is currently open until April 21. Candidates can expect admit cards on May 15, with opportunities to correct application errors until late April. This examination will facilitate admissions into various Polytechnic and Paramedical courses across government and private institutions. Stay informed about the latest updates and ensure your application is submitted on time.

By Sourabh Singh Mar 21, 2026, 11:44 IST

Bihar DCECE Examination Schedule Released

The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has officially announced the examination dates for various assessments. The Diploma-Certificate Entrance Competitive Examination (DCECE) is set to take place on May 23 and 24. The application process for this examination is currently open.

Candidates can submit their applications until April 21. Admit cards are scheduled to be released on May 15. Additionally, the period for correcting application errors will be available until April 23 and 24.

The DCECE will facilitate admissions into courses such as Polytechnic (Engineering), Paramedical (Intermediate Level), and Paramedical (Secondary Level). The Polytechnic Engineering examination is slated for May 23, while the PMM (Paramedical) examination will occur on May 24.

For the Paramedical (Intermediate Level) category, admissions will be available for various courses including Diploma in Pharmacy, Sanitary Inspector, Ophthalmic Assistant, OT Assistant, Laboratory Technician, X-Ray Technician, Orthotic and Prosthetic Assistant, GNM, ANM, Dental Mechanics, and Dental Hygienist.

Specifically, admissions for ANM courses will cover 4,530 seats in 73 government institutions and 2,997 seats in 129 private institutions. For GNM courses, there are 1,538 seats available in 26 government institutions and 1,968 seats in 69 private institutions.

Furthermore, BCECEB has announced the date for the entrance examination for lateral entry admissions into the second year of Polytechnic programs in both government and private institutions.

The Diploma Entrance Competitive Examination (Lateral Entry), which includes 1,406 seats, will be held on May 24. Admit cards will be issued on May 15, with the application process commencing on March 20. The last date for application submission is April 23, and candidates can rectify application errors on April 25 and 26.