Nidhi Bahl Updated On: 20 Aug, 2018 16:57 IST
Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination (BCECE) is a state-level entrance exam conducted for candidates willing to take admission in professional courses of Engineering, Pharmacy and Agricultural courses in Bihar state. BCECE is conducted in two stages, i.e. Stage-1 and Stage-2. In order to take admission in these courses, candidates have to clear both the stages of the exam.
The BCECE 2018 eligibility criteria is prescribed by the exam conducting authority. The BCECE 2018 eligibility norms are related to the age, nationality and education of the applicant. To appear in the BCECE 2018, candidates have to satisfy the eligibility criteria of BCECE 2018, otherwise they are not allowed to take the entrance exam.
Nationality
Applicant must be a citizen of India.
Age Limit
There is no age limit to apply for BCECE 2018.
Qualifying Examination
Applicants should have passed class 12th or an equivalent exam in 2018.
Appearing applicants are also eligible to apply for BCECE 2018.
Subjects in Qualifying Examination
Applicants should have passed class 12th or equivalent with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology/Technical Vocational subjects as optional.
Marks Required
General category students should have scored 45% marks in the qualifying exam.
SC/ST/OBC applicants should have scored 40% marks in the qualifying exam.
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Category |
Percentage of Reserved Seats |
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Scheduled Caste |
16 % |
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Scheduled Tribe |
1 % |
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General |
50 % |
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Extremely Backward Caste |
18 % |
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Backward Caste |
12 % |
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Reserved Category Girls |
3 % |
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Service Men's Quota |
Depends on vacancies in the colleges |
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Disabled Quota |
3 % |
BCECE 2018 syllabus consists of various topics from Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. In order to appear in the BCECE 2018, candidates should have a full-fledged knowledge about the syllabus of BCECE 2018. Additionally, by knowing the BCECE 2018 syllabus, candidates become familiar with all the important topics of the exam.
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Environmental Chemistry: Environmental pollution, Solid State, Solutions, Electrochemistry, Chemical Kinetics, Surface Chemistry |
General Introduction p-Block Elements |
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Organic Chemistry- Some Basic Principles and Techniques |
Chemistry in Everyday life |
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Hydrocarbons |
Biomolecules: Carbohydrates, Proteins, Vitamins, Nucleic Acids |
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Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic acids |
General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements |
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Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers |
p-Block Elements: Group - 5 elements, Group - 6 elements, Group - 7 elements, Group - 8 elements |
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Polymers: Classification |
Group 4 elements |
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Classification of hydrocarbons: Alkanes, Alkenes, Alkynes, Aromatic hydrocarbons, Mechanism of electrophilec substitution |
d- and f- Block Elements: Lanthanoids, Actinoids, Coordination Compounds |
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Group 3 elements |
Some p-Block Elements |
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Preparation and properties of some important compounds |
Redox Reactions |
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Haloalkanes and Haloarenes |
Hydrogen |
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Group 1 and Group 2 elements |
s-Block Elements (Alkali and Alkaline earth metals) |
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Organic compounds containing Nitrogen: Amines, Cyanides and Isocyanides, Diazonium salts |
Equilibrium |
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Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties |
Thermodynamics |
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Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure |
States of Matter: gases and liquids |
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Structure of Atom |
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Electromagnetic Waves |
Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating currents |
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Communication Systems |
Electronic Devices |
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Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation |
Optics |
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Magnetic effects of current & Magnetism |
Current Electricity |
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Behaviour of Perfect Gas and Kinetic Theory |
Oscillations and Waves |
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Properties of Bulk Matter |
Electrostatics |
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Gravitation |
Laws of Motion |
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Heat and Thermodynamics |
Motion of System of Particles and Rigid body |
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Work, Energy and Power |
Kinematics |
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Applications of Derivatives |
Statistics |
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Inverse Trigonometric Functions |
Relations and Functions |
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Continuity and Differentiability |
Determinants |
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Matrices |
Integrals |
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Applications of the Integrals |
Vectors |
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Three - dimensional Geometry |
Linear Programming |
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Limits and Derivatives |
Sets and Functions |
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Straight Lines |
Conic Section |
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Introduction to Three Dimensional Geometry |
Binomial Theorem |
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Sequence & Series |
Permutation & Combination |
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Sets |
Mathematical Reasoning |
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Relation & Functions |
Principle of Mathematical Induction |
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Trigonometric Functions |
Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations |
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Linear Inequalities |
Probability |
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Differential Equations |
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To prepare for BCECE 2018, candidates have to be aware of the exam pattern in detail. The exam pattern of BCECE 2018 helps the candidates know the details related to the mode of exam, duration of exam, types of questions, marks distribution and nature of the questions, etc.
BCECE is conducted in two Stages – Stage I and Stage II. Candidates can check the detailed exam pattern of BCECE 2018 here.
Stage I:
This stage is divided into various sections - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology.
The total time duration of Stage I is 2 hours 15 minutes.
There are 50 multiple choice questions for each subject.
4 marks are awarded for each correct answer.
1 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.
Stage II:
This stage is divided into various sections - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology.
The total time duration of Stage II is 90 minutes.
There are 100 multiple choice questions for each subject.
For every correct answer, candidates are awarded 4 marks.
1 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Total Number of Questions |
150 Questions |
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Duration of Exam |
2 hours 15 minutes |
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Sections |
Physics – 50 Questions Chemistry – 50 Questions Mathematics/Biology – 50 Questions |
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Mode of Examination |
Offline (Pen and Paper Based) |
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Type of Questions |
Objective type of Questions |
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Negative Marking |
1 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer |
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Marking Scheme |
4 marks are awarded for each correct answer |
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Particulars |
Details |
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Total Number of Questions |
300 Questions |
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Duration of Examination |
1 hour 30 minutes |
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Sections |
Physics – 100 Questions Chemistry – 100 Questions Mathematics/Biology – 100 Questions |
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Mode of Exam |
Pen and Paper Based (Offline) |
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Type of Questions |
Objective type of Questions |
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Negative Marking |
1 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer |
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Marking Scheme |
4 marks are awarded for each correct answer |
To prepare for BCECE 2018, adopting the right preparation strategy at the right time is important for you. By going through the following preparation tips and tricks, you can create an effective plan to crack the exam.
Create A Study Plan For Yourself:
To budget your time realistically, it is good to create a study plan for yourself. A study plan not only helps you set clear and specific goals for the study sessions, but it also helps you prioritize and divide the syllabus into small segments.
Prepare Short Notes for Revision:
The most effective way to prepare for an entrance exam is to make subject-wise short notes. Short-notes help you brush-up everything that you have studied before the entrance exam and improve your memorising power that helps you retain things easily until the exam day.
Focus On Basic Concepts:
Getting fundamentals and basics right is one of the key factors to focus at the time of exam preparation. If you have a good command on your basics, then learning other things will not be a task for you. Therefore, focus more on fundamentals and basics while studying any topic.
Refer to Good Study Material:
Good study material is one of the most important components of any exam preparation. While purchasing some good material, you should consider several factors such as level of questions, explanations, etc. Also, you can ask your teachers and mentors about which books you can refer for BCECE 2018 preparation.
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Physical Chemistry by P Bahadur |
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Aptitude Test Problems in Physics by S. S. Krotov |
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IIT Chemistry by O. P Agarwal |
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Advanced level Physics by Nelkon and Parker |
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Objective Physics by Pradeep |
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Trueman’s biology class 11th and 12th |
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R. D. Sharma Objective |
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NCERT Biology book of Class 11th and 12th |
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Concepts of Physics by H.C Verma |
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Previous years objective questions of JEE Main and JEE Advanced (AIEEE and IIT) |
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NCERT Maths book of Class 11th and 12th |
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Objective Chemistry by Pradeep |
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BCECE Explorer by MTG or BCECE by Arihant |
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NCERT Physics book of Class 11th and 12th |
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A Problem Book in Mathematical Analysis by G. N. Berman |
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C. Dutta for Botany NCERT Biology Part 1 |
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A collection of questions and Problems in Physics by L. A. Sena |
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Daswani BCECE Preliminary exams Chapter wise solutions of BCECE Medical Entrance Examination by Oswal Publishers |
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Morrison and Boyd for Organic Chemistry |
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Arihant BCECE Engineering Entrance Solved Papers |
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NCERT Chemistry book of Class 11th and 12th |
The BCECE 2018 result was declared by Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examinations Board (BCECEB) on 19th June 2018 in online mode. Candidates who appeared for the exam can view their BCECE result 2018 on the official website of BCECEB, i.e. www.bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
The BCECE 2018 result displays the roll number of the qualified candidates. After viewing the BCECE 2018 result online, candidates must download and take a print copy of the BCECE 2018 result. On the basis of the BCECE 2018 result, candidates are given admission in various colleges of Bihar.
Check Your BCECE 2018 Result here!
To download the BCECE 2018 result, follow the steps given below:
Visit the official website of BCECEB, i.e. www.bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
On the left-hand side, click on the exam 'BCECE'.
A new page will open where the link to access the result of BCECE is available.
Click on the link and the BCECE result 2018 will appear on your screen.
Download the BCECE 2018 result PDF and keep it safe for future use.
Roll number of the candidate
Name of the candidate
Qualifying status
Total scores
Merit rank
Date and time of Interview
After the declaration of BCECE 2018result, the cut-off is released by the board for all the qualified candidates. The exam conducting authority decides the qualifying marks that candidates must score to take admission in a particular course and institution of Bihar. It must be noted that the cut-off of BCECE 2018 varies from one institute to another and one course to another.
Availability of seats
Number of applicants
Difficulty level in the exam
BCECE 2018 Result-Important Dates
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Events |
Dates (Tentative) |
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BCECE Exam 2018 |
29th to 30th April 2018 |
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BCECE Result Declaration 2018 |
19th June 2018 |
The counselling of BCECE 2018 is conducted only for the qualified candidates by the concerned authorities. BCECE 2018 counselling is conducted in online mode and to participate in the BCECE 2018 counselling, candidates have to register themselves, fill their preferred choice of colleges and courses and get their documents verified at the counselling venue to confirm their admission.
Note: Qualified candidates are allotted seats on the basis of their preferred choices, merit, and availability of seats during counselling.
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Events |
Important Dates (Tentative) |
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Declaration of Result |
19th June, 2018 |
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Start of BCECE 2018 Counselling Session |
July 2018 |
Step 1: Online Registration
To participate in the BCECE 2018 counselling, candidates have to first register online.
To register, candidates have to enter details like candidate’s name, father’s name, date of birth and BCECE 2018 roll number, address, phone number etc.
Step 2: Choice Filling
The next step involves filling the choice, by logging in using Roll number and Password.
Candidates have to lock the choices and keep a printout of it for future use.
Step 3: Provisional Seat Allotment
After locking the choices, candidates can download their provisional allotment letter.
After downloading the provisional allotment letter, candidates must report to the assigned counselling venue for handwriting verification.
Step 4: Handwriting Verification
Before the final seat allotment, candidate’s handwriting is verified at the counselling venue to ensure that right candidate is appearing for BCECE 2018 counselling.
Step 5: Final Seat Allotment
This is the final step of the BCECE 2018 counselling. In this step, candidates have to download their final allotment letter and have to report to the specified counselling centre for document verification.
Admit Card of BCECE 2018
Final BCECE 2018 Seat Allotment Letter
Counselling Letter
Marksheet, Hall Ticket & Pass Certificate of class 10th
Marksheet, Hall Ticket & Pass Certificate of class 12th
Medical Certificate
Six photograph that is similar in the Application form
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
In order to apply for BCECE 2018, applicants have to fill the BCECE 2018 application form in online mode from the second week of February 2018. Applicants need to follow the steps given below to fill the application form of BCECE 2018:
Step 1 – Registration
To fill the BCECE 2018 application form, applicants have to register themselves.
For registration, applicants have to submit their Personal and Contact details.
After applicants are successfully registered, the registration number is generated for future use.
Step 2 – Payment of Application Fee
To proceed further, applicants have to pay the application fee in online (debit card/ credit card/ net banking) or offline mode (via bank challan).
BCECE 2018 Application Fee
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Category |
PCM or PCB |
PCMB |
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General/ Backward/ Extremely Backward |
INR 1000 |
INR 1100 |
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SC/ ST |
INR 500 |
INR 550 |
Step 3 – Filling of Personal Details and Uploading of Documents
Applicants have to fill their Personal and Communication details, and along with that, they are required to upload scanned images of their Photograph and Signature.
Step 4 – Fill Academic Information
In this step, applicants have to fill their academic and educational details to fill the application form.
Step 5 – Submission of Application Form by Post
This is the final step, wherein applicants have to submit their BCECE 2018 application form.
Applicants have to take a print out of their filled application form.
Applicants have to paste a coloured Photograph in the specified space and sign at the designated place.
Applicants have to attach other required documents along with the bank challan and send the same to the following address through registered post/speed post:
Controller of Examination,
B.C.E.C.E. Board,
I.A.S. Association Building,
Near Patna Airport, P.O.-B.V.College,
Patna – 800014
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Event |
Date (Tentative) |
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Availability of BCECE 2018 Application Form 2018 |
Second week of February 2018 |
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Last date to submit BCECE 2018 Application Form 2018 |
First week of March 2018 |
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Payment of Application Fee through Bank Challan |
Second week of March 2018 |
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Last date for payment of Application Fee through Net banking |
Second week of March 2018 |
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Duration of correction window |
Second week of March 2018 |
| BCECE 2018 Important Events | Dates |
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| Admit Card | 15 Apr, 2018 |
| Exam Date | 29 Apr to 30 Apr, 2018 |
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