The DCECE (Diploma Certificate Entrance Competitive Examination) is a state-level entrance test conducted by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) for admission to polytechnic diploma courses in Bihar, including Polytechnic Engineering (PE), Para-Medical and Para-Medical Dental (PM/PMD) programmes. The exam is intended for candidates meeting the qualifying criteria for the chosen stream. Conducted once a year, it assesses applicants on subjects relevant to the selected course. Admission is based on merit (rank) and counselling. This page covers complete DCECE details – eligibility, exam pattern, important dates, application process and preparation tips. For the exact pattern, fees and stream-wise eligibility of the current cycle, refer to the official notification.
The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB).
Admission to polytechnic, para-medical and PM dental diploma courses in Bihar.
PE (Polytechnic Engineering), PM (Para-Medical) and PMD (PM Dental).
Through rank followed by counselling.
On bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.