JCECE 2025: Counselling Starts, Registration, Choice Filling, Seat Allotment, Reporting

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JCECE Latest Updates

08 Jul, 2025 JCECE result 2025 for B.Ed/M.Ed released @jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in. Download Here

08 Jul, 2025 JCECE Polytechnic result 2025 has been released @jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in. Download PDF

27 Jun, 2025 JCECE counselling 2025 schedule based on JEE Main result released @jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in; Round 1 registration ends on June 30. Check Dates Here

The JCECE 2025 is a state-level exam conducted by the JCECEB for admission in the first year of the B.Sc. (Hons) Horticulture, B.Tech (Agriculture Engineering), B.Tech (Dairy Technology), and B.F.Sc. (Bachelor of Fisheries Science), B.V.Sc. and A.H., B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture and B.Sc. (Hons) Forestry degree courses.

The JCECE 2025 has been scheduled for 15 June 2025. The application process for JCECE 2025 has started from 20 April till 20 May 2025. The JCECE 2025 exam is divided into 3 subject groups i.e, PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics), PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), PCMB (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology), with 150 MCQs in PCM/PCB, where as PCMB will have a total of 200 MCQs, 1 marks will be awarded for each correct answer and 0.25 will be deducted for each wrong answer.

JCECE 2025 Application Form, Exam Dates, Eligibility Criteria, Exam Pattern, Admit Card, Syllabus, Counselling and Seat Allotment

The JCECE 2025 Admit card will be released in the 2nd week of July 2025, a few days before the JCECE 2025 exam. The JCECEB is expected to release the JCECE 2025 Result in July 2025, followed by the JCECE 2025 Counselling process, which is expected to start in July 2025.

JCECE 2025 Latest Trends

JCECE Exam Dates 2025

The JCECE 2025 exam is scheduled for 15 June 2025, The JCECE Application process has started from 20 April 2025, with a window for the candidates to submit their application form till 20 May 2025. The JCECE 2025 Admit card is expected to be available on 10 April 2025.

Event Date
Application Form Release April 20, 2025
Last Date to Submit Application May 20, 2025
Correction Facility April 21–24, 2025
Admit Card Availability June 10, 2025
Exam Date June 15, 2025
Result Declaration July 2025
Counselling Begins July 2025

The JCECE 2025 exam will be conducted in offline (paper-and-pencil) mode in 3 shifts at the designated centers in Ranchi and Dumka.

  • Shift 1 (10:30 AM – 11:30 AM): Biology (1 hour)
  • Shift 2 (11:45 AM – 1:45 PM): Physics & Chemistry (2 hours)
  • Shift 3 (2:00 PM – 3:00 PM): Mathematics (1 hour)

Candidates should select their preferred test center carefully during registration, since no alteration will be made after submission.

JCECE 2025

The JCECE 2025 is a state level exam conducted by JCECEB. This exam provides the opportunity to get admission into B.V.Sc. & A.H., B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture, B.Sc. (Hons.) Forestry, B.Tech (Agriculture Engineering), B.Tech (Dairy Technology), and B.F.Sc., among others. These courses are provided by the various government and private colleges in the state of Jharkhand, mainly focusing on the fields like agriculture, veterinary science, dairy technology, and fisheries science.

Exam name JCECE 2025
Full form Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination
Exam level State level
Authority Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB)
Courses offered Undergraduate courses
Application mode Online mode
Exam mode Offline mode

The last date to submit the JCECE Application form is 20 May 2025. Candidates must complete their application online on the official website.

How to apply for the JCECE 2025 exam?

JCECE 2025 Exam Pattern

As per the JCECE 2025 Exam Pattern, the JCECE 2025 exam will be in the offline mode(Pen-paper based test) in two language i.e English and Hindi. The candidates can choose their preferred language during the application process. The JCECE 2025 will be divided into 3 subject groups with different time duration PCM/PCB Groups for 3 hours and PCMB Group for 4 hours, with 150 questions in PCM and PCB, and 200 questions in PCMB.

Aspect Details
Mode of Examination Offline (Pen-and-Paper Based Test)
Medium of Exam Bilingual – English and Hindi
Conducting Body Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB)
Subject Groups PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics), PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), PCMB (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology)
Exam Duration 3 hours for PCM/PCB, 4 hours for PCMB
Total Number of Questions 150 (PCM/PCB), 200 (PCMB)
Total Marks 150 (PCM/PCB), 200 (PCMB)
Marking Scheme +1 for Correct Answer, -0.25 for Incorrect Answer, 0 for Unanswered
Negative Marking Yes, for incorrect answers (-0.25 mark)
Number of Questions per Subject 50 questions in each subject (PCM/PCB)
Question Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

JCECE 2025 Subject Group Marks Distribution

Subject Group Subjects Total Questions Total Marks Duration
PCM Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics 150 150 3 hours
PCB Physics, Chemistry, Biology 150 150 3 hours
PCMB Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics 200 200 4 hours

JCECE Syllabus 2025

The JCECE 2025 Syllabus is based on the Class 12 CBSE Science curriculum and is divided into three subject groups:​

  • PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology): For courses like B.V.Sc. & A.H., B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture, B.Sc. (Hons.) Forestry, B.F.Sc., etc.
  • PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics): For courses like B.Tech (Agriculture Engineering, Dairy Technology), B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture, B.Sc. (Hons.) Forestry, etc.​
  • PCMB (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology): For courses like B.Tech (Agriculture Engineering, Dairy Technology), B.V.Sc. & A.H., B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture, B.Sc. (Hons.) Forestry, B.F.Sc., etc.

JCECE 2025 Subject-wise Distribution

In JCECE 2025, the exam is divided into 3 groups, each subject group—PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) and PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)—consists of 50 questions per subject, for a total of 150 questions in both subject groups.

Subject Number of Questions (PCM/PCB)
Physics 50
Chemistry 50
Mathematics 50
Biology 50

JCECE 2025 Application Process

The Application process for JCECE 2025 for B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering, Dairy Technology) and B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture/Forestry is expected to start from 20 April 2025 till 20 May 2025.

JCECE 2025 Application for Polytechnic Entrance Competitive Examination (PECE)

The JCECE Polytechnic Entrance Competitive Examination (PECE) exam is scheduled for 18 May 2025 from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Candidates can apply for the exam till 30 April 2025 on the official website.

Jharkhand Polytechnic Form Date 2025

Event Date
Start of Online Application Registration 05/03/2025
Closing Date for Online Application Registration 30/04/2025
Written Test Date and Time 18/05/2025 (Sunday), 10:30 AM to 01:00 PM

JCECE 2025 Application for Diploma Entrance Competitive Examination (Lateral Entry) - 2025

This is a state-level entrance test for admission into the second year (3rd semester) of various diploma courses in engineering and polytechnic institutions across Jharkhand.

What is the date of Jharkhand Diploma Form 2025?

The JCECEB has released the Application Form for the Lateral Entry for the Diploma Entrance Competitive Exam from 23 March till 16 May 2025. The JCECE 2025 exam has been scheduled for 8 June 2025 from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

JCECE 2025 Exam Dates for Diploma Entrance Competitive Examination (Lateral Entry)

Event Date
Start of Online Application Registration 22/03/2025
Closing Date for Online Application Registration 16/05/2025
Written Test Date and Time 08/06/2025 (Sunday), 10:30 AM to 01:00 PM

JCECE 2025 Application for Engineering Entrance Competitive Examination (Lateral Entry)

This exam is conducted by the Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB). This exam provides direct admission into the 2nd year (3rd semester) of different B.Tech courses in engineering colleges in Jharkhand. The JCECEB has released the Application Form for the Lateral Entry for Engineering Entrance Competitive Exam from 23 March till 16 May 2025. The JCECE 2025 exam has been scheduled for 8 June 2025 from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

JCECE 2025 Exam Dates for Engineering Entrance Competitive Examination (Lateral Entry)

Event Date
Start of Online Application Registration 22/03/2025
Closing Date for Online Application Registration 16/05/2025
Written Test Date and Time 08/06/2025 (Sunday), 10:30 AM to 01:00 PM

JCECE 2025 Required Documents

The candidates need a set of documents with specific format and size while filling out the JCECE 2025 Application Form. The candidate should follow the specifications for the smooth application process.

Document Format Size Details
Passport-sized Photograph JPEG/JPG 15 KB to 100 KB Recent color photograph for identity verification.
Signature JPEG/JPG 10 KB to 30 KB Scanned copy of candidate's signature.
Left-hand Thumb Impression JPEG/JPG 10 KB to 30 KB Scanned left-hand thumb impression of candidate.
Class 10 Marksheet PDF - Scanned copy of Class 10 marksheet for verification.
Class 12 Marksheet PDF - Scanned copy of Class 12 marksheet for verification.
Aadhaar Card PDF/JPEG - Scanned copy of Aadhaar card for identity verification.
Caste Certificate (if applicable) PDF Under 500 KB Scanned copy of caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC).
EWS Certificate (if applicable) PDF Under 500 KB Scanned copy of EWS certificate.
Disability Certificate (if applicable) PDF Under 500 KB Scanned copy of disability certificate.
Payment Receipt PDF - Copy of payment receipt for the application fee.

JCECE 2025 Application Fee

The JCECE 2025 Application fee is structured for the various categories and for different subjects.

  • The General/OBC/EWS/BC-I/BC-II are required to pay INR 900 for PCM and PCB and INR 1000 for PCMB.
  • For the SC/ST/Female (All Categories) the candidates are required to pay INR 450 for PCM and PCB, whereas for PCMB, the candidates are required to pay INR 500
  • The Person with Disabilities are exempt from paying the application fees.
Category PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) PCMB (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology)
General/OBC/EWS/BC-I/BC-II ₹900 ₹900 ₹1,000
SC/ST/Female (All Categories) ₹450 ₹450 ₹500
Persons with Disabilities Exempt Exempt Exempt

JCECE 2025 Eligibility Criteria

The JCECEB has set the Eligibility Criteria for the candidates who are aspiring to pursue their undergraduate degree in the state of Jharkhand.

  • Domicile Requirement: Only candidates who are permanent or residents of Jharkhand are eligible to apply.
  • Age Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC candidates can get relaxation of 5 years in minimum age.
  • Educational Qualification: Applicants should have opted for the mentioned subjects in their 10+2 exam and fulfilled the marks requirement.
  • Medical Fitness: A medical check-up is compulsory for each candidate; only medically fit candidates will be selected for admission.

The Educational Qualification, age and Minimum marks change depending on various courses

Course Age Limit Educational Qualification Minimum Marks
B.Tech (Agriculture Engineering) 17–22 years (Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/OBC) 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics 50%
B.Tech (Dairy Technology) 17–22 years (Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/OBC) 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics 50%
B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture 17–22 years (Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/OBC) 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics 45%
B.Sc (Hons.) Forestry 17–22 years (Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/OBC) 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics 45%
B.Sc (Hons.) Horticulture 17–22 years (Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/OBC) 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics 45%
B.V.Sc & A.H. (Animal Husbandry) 17–25 years (Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/OBC) 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English 50% (General), 47.5% (SC/ST)
B.F.Sc (Bachelor of Fisheries Science) 17–22 years (Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/OBC) 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics 45%

JCECE 2025 Admit Card

The JCECEB is expected to release the JCECE 2025 Admit Card in the 2nd of June 2025, a few days before the JCECE 2025 exam on the official website.

Details Provided on the Admit Card

  • Candidate's Name: Full name as mentioned in the application form.​
  • Roll Number: Unique identification number given to the candidate.​
  • Photograph and Signature: Scanned photographs uploaded during the application.​
  • Examination Details: Date, time, and venue of the examination.​
  • Subject Group: PCM, PCB, or PCMB, as chosen by the candidate.​

JCECE 2025 Result

The JCECEB is expected to release the JCECE 2025 Result in July 2025 on the official website. The Merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the JCECE 2025 exam. The Category wise list will be created; this list will determine the eligibility for the seat allotment.

JCECE 2025 Cutoff

The JCECEB will release the JCECE 2025 cutoff after the declaration of the JCECE 2025 result. As per the previous years analysis, the expected cutoff of BIT Sindhri will be more competitive than the GEC Palamu with the cutoff range for B.Tech Computer Science Engineering (CSE), which begins at Rank 112 and extends to Rank 204, while courses such as Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering will have average cutoffs, extending from Rank 498 to Rank 865 in Round 3.

The GEC Palamu has more cutoff ranks, with B.Tech CSE from Rank 2131 in Round 3 and others such as Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering having cutoffs between Rank 3167 and 3746.

College Course Round 1 Rank Round 2 Rank Round 3 Rank
Birsa Institute of Technology (BIT) Sindri B.Tech Computer Science Engineering 112 153 204
Birsa Institute of Technology (BIT) Sindri B.Tech Electrical Engineering 498 549 654
Birsa Institute of Technology (BIT) Sindri B.Tech Mechanical Engineering 637 695 865
Birsa Institute of Technology (BIT) Sindri B.Tech Civil Engineering 1037 1103 1299
Government Engineering College (GEC) Palamu B.Tech Computer Science Engineering N/A N/A 2131
Government Engineering College (GEC) Palamu B.Tech Electrical Engineering N/A N/A 3167
Government Engineering College (GEC) Palamu B.Tech Mechanical Engineering N/A N/A 3529
Government Engineering College (GEC) Palamu B.Tech Civil Engineering N/A N/A 3746

How can I download the previous year's question paper for the JCECE 2025 exam?

Previous years’ questions have an important role in your preparation, as practising PYQs can help you understand the question pattern and you can prepare accordingly.

JCECE Previous Years’ Question Paper

Year Subject Question Paper PDF
2023 ENGG Physics Download PDF
2022 Chemistry Download PDF
2019 Chemistry (Set 1) Download PDF
2018 Physics & Chemistry Set 1 Download PDF
2018 Physics & Chemistry Set 2 Download PDF
2018 Physics & Chemistry Set 3 Download PDF
2018 Physics & Chemistry Set 4 Download PDF
2018 Mathematics Download PDF
2018 Mathematics Download PDF
2018 Mathematics Download PDF
2018 Mathematics Download PDF
2018 Biology Download PDF
2018 Biology Download PDF
2018 Biology Download PDF
2018 Biology Download PDF

JCECE 2025 Counselling

The JCECEB is expected to start the JCECE 2025 Counselling in July 2025, right after the declaration of the JCECE 2025 Results and the Merit List on the official website.

Also Check: JCECE 2025 Seat Matrix

JCECE 2025 Counselling Schedule

The JCECE 2025 counselling process is structured into three regular rounds and two special rounds to ensure the seat allocation. The JCECE 2025 Counselling dates are tentative as per the previous years' analysis.

Round Activities Tentative Dates
Round 1 Online registration, choice filling, seat allotment, document verification July 2025
Round 2 Publication of merit list, display of vacant seats, choice filling, seat allotment, document verification August 2025
Round 3 Online registration, choice filling, seat allotment, document verification August 2025
Special Round 1 Registration, merit list publication, choice filling, seat allotment, document verification September 2025
Special Round 2 Registration, merit list publication, choice filling, seat allotment, document verification October 2025

JCECE 2025 Counselling Procedure

  1. Online Registration: Shortlisted candidates are required to register on the official JCECEB website and enter their course and institution preferences.​
  2. Choice Filling: The candidates must choose their first-choice courses and colleges, followed by their second choice.​
  3. Seat Allotment: Seats are allotted to candidates based on merit list, preferences, and availability of seats.
  4. Document Verification: Applicants are required to produce originals to be verified at centers specified.
  5. Admission Confirmation: After verification, the applicants have to confirm their admission by paying due fees and reporting to the assigned institution.

JCECE 2025 Counselling Documents Required

Candidates must produce the following documents during the counselling process:

  • Admit Card of JCECE 2025
  • Mark Sheets and Certificates of Class 10 and 12
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Domicile Certificate of Jharkhand
  • Passport-sized Photographs
  • Provisional Allotment Letter

JCECE 2025 Counselling Fees

  • General/OBC/EWS/BC-I/BC-II: ₹400
  • SC/ST/Female (All Categories): ₹250
  • Seat Acceptance Fee: ₹1,000 (non-refundable)​

JCECE 2025 Subject-wise Syllabus

1. Physics (Class 12 CBSE Syllabus)

Unit Topics
Electrostatics Electric Charges and Fields, Electrostatic Potential and Capacitance
Current Electricity Current Electricity
Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism Moving Charges and Magnetism, Magnetism and Matter
Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents Electromagnetic Induction, Alternating Current
Electromagnetic Waves Electromagnetic Waves
Optics Ray Optics and Optical Instruments, Wave Optics
Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter
Atoms and Nuclei Atoms, Nuclei
Electronic Devices Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices and Simple Circuits
Communication Systems Communication Systems

2. Chemistry (Class 12 CBSE Syllabus)

Unit Topics
Solid State Solid State
Solutions Solutions
Electrochemistry Electrochemistry
Chemical Kinetics Chemical Kinetics
Surface Chemistry Surface Chemistry
General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements
p-Block Elements Group 15 Elements, Group 16 Elements, Group 17 Elements, Group 18 Elements
d- and f-Block Elements d- and f-Block Elements
Coordination Compounds Coordination Compounds
Haloalkanes and Haloarenes Haloalkanes, Haloarenes
Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers Alcohols, Phenols, Ethers
Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids Aldehydes and Ketones, Carboxylic Acids
Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen Amines, Cyanides and Isocyanides, Diazonium Salts
Biomolecules Carbohydrates, Proteins, Vitamins, Nucleic Acids
Polymers Polymers
Chemistry in Everyday Life Chemistry in Everyday Life

3. Mathematics (Class 12 CBSE Syllabus)

Unit Topics
Relations and Functions Relations and Functions
Inverse Trigonometric Functions Inverse Trigonometric Functions
Algebra Matrices, Determinants
Calculus Continuity and Differentiability, Applications of Derivatives, Integrals, Differential Equations
Vectors and Three-Dimensional Geometry Vectors, Three-Dimensional Geometry
Linear Programming Linear Programming
Probability Probability

4. Biology (Class 12 CBSE Syllabus)

Unit Topics
Diversity in Living World Diversity in Living World
Structural Organisation in Animals and Plants Structural Organisation in Animals and Plants
Cell Structure and Function Cell Structure and Function
Plant Physiology Plant Physiology
Human Physiology Human Physiology
Reproduction Reproduction
Genetics and Evolution Genetics and Evolution
Biology and Human Welfare Biology and Human Welfare
Biotechnology and Its Applications Biotechnology and Its Applications
Ecology and Environment Ecology and Environment

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

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Fees Structure

Structure based on different categories

CategoriesState
General900
Women450

Note: The application fee for PCM/PCB group for General category student is INR 900 and INR 450 for reserved category and female student. While for applying for PCMB, the application fee is INR 1000 for general category and INR 500 for reserved category and female students.

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Found 3 Comments

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moinuddin ansari
Mar 7, 2024 22:06

 which type of exam is jcece?

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ruchi ranjan
Mar 11, 2024 11:57

Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination (JCECE) is a state-level entrance examination specifically designed for Jharkhand, which serves as a gateway for admission to various undergraduate courses in fields such as Horticulture, Agriculture Engineering, Dairy Technology, and Fisheries Science. Students who aspire to pursue these courses can appear for the JCECE exam and secure admission in institutions within Jharkhand. To be eligible for JCECE, students must have completed their Class 12 from a recognized board.

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tanya bharti
Mar 5, 2024 12:52
What is the benefits of applying jcecb
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ruchi ranjan
Mar 11, 2024 11:53

Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination (JCECE) offers several benefits to students who apply for it. Below are some of these advantages:

  • JCECEB conducts the JCECE exam, which serves as a gateway for admission to various undergraduate courses in fields such as Horticulture, Agriculture Engineering, Dairy Technology, and Fisheries Science.
  • JCECE is a state-level admission test that is exclusive to Jharkhand.In professional courses such as B.V.Sc & A.H, B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture, B.Sc. (Hons) Forestry, B.Tech Dairy Technology, B.F.Sc, B.Tech Agriculture Engineering, and B.Sc (Hons) Horticulture, it gives students the chance to compete for seats.
  • Successfully qualifying in JCECE opens up career prospects in various domains related to agriculture, technology, and fisheries.

In summary, applying for JCECE provides students with a chance to pursue their desired undergraduate courses, gain specialized knowledge, and contribute to the growth of various sectors within Jharkhand. 

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avinash kumar
Sep 17, 2023 20:30
How to check merit list
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sinbad chongtham
Sep 20, 2023 20:52

Two separate merit lists, Combined merit list and Category-wise merit list, will be released for JCECE. You can check the steps to check the merit lists from JCECE Results.


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