Eligibility Criteria
BCECE (Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination) Counselling is a significant step for students seeking admission to various undergraduate courses in the state of Bihar. To ensure fair selection and maintain academic standards, certain eligibility requirements have been established.
These criteria are designed to assess the academic competence of the applicants and determine their eligibility for participation in the counseling process.
- Eligibility criteria for students applying for BCECE Counselling include minimum passing marks in Grade 12 or comparable exams.
- Students belonging to the general category must have achieved a minimum score of 45% in their Grade 12 exams.
- For students from reserved categories, a minimum score of 40% in Grade 12 exams is required for eligibility.
- Candidates who are currently pursuing the equivalent of the 12th g...
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Syllabus
- BCECE EXAM SYLLABUS
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Biology
BCECE Stage 1 Syllabus:
The syllabus for BCECE Stage 1 Exam are as follows:
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Physics: Physical World and Measurement, Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy, and Power, Motion of System of Particles and Rigid Body, Gravitation, Properties of Bulk Matter, Thermodynamics, Behavior of Perfect Gas and Kinetic Theory, Oscillations and Waves, Electrostatics, Current Electricity, Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism, Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents, Electromagnetic Waves, Optics, Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation, Atoms and Nuclei, Electronic Devices and Communication Systems.
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Chemistry:Some Basic Concepts of Chemistry, Structure of Atom, Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties, Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure, States of Matter: Gases and Liquids, Thermodynamics, Equilibrium, Redox Reactions, Hydrogen, S-Block Elements (Alkali and Alkaline Earth Metals), P-Block Elements, Organic Chemistry: Some Basic Principles and Techniques, Hydrocarbons and Environmental Chemistry.
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Mathematics: Sets and Functions, Algebra, Coordinate Geometry, Calculus, Mathematical Reasoning, Statistics and Probability, Relations and Functions, Algebra, Calculus, Probability, Coordinate Geometry, Vectors and Three-Dimensional Geometry, Linear Programming, Mathematical Reasoning and Statics and Dynamics.
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Biology:Diversity in Living World, Structural Organization in Animals and Plants, Cell Structure and Function, Plant Physiology, Human Physiology, Reproduction, Genetics and Evolution, Biology and Human Welfare, Biotechnology and its Applications and Ecology and Environment.
BCECE Stage 2 Syllabus:
The syllabus for BCECE Stage 2 is the same as Stage 1 but with more depth and complexity. Additionally, Stage 2 includes questions from the following topics:
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Physics: Semiconductor Electronics, Materials, Devices, and Simple Circuits.
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Chemistry: General Principles and Processes of Isolation of Elements, P-Block Elements, D- and F-Block Elements, Coordination Compounds, Haloalkanes and Haloarenes, Alcohols, Phenols, and Ethers, Aldehydes, Ketones, and Carboxylic Acids, Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen, Biomolecules, Polymers and Chemistry in Everyday Life.
Cut Off
After the results and counselling, the BCECE Cutoff 2023 will be made public. The minimum score required for applicants to be admitted to a certain course and Bihar institution is set by the organisation responsible for administering the exam.
The opening and closing ranks for the BCECE 2023 cutoff are prepared and made public for candidates in all categories, including General, SC, ST, and OBC.
Candidates with grades below the closing rank will not be considered for admission to any participating colleges.
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Candidate Category
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Qualifying Marks
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Cut-Off Marks
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| General Category | 50% | 600 |
| Reserved Category | 40% | 480 |
| General Category- Ph | 45% | 540 |
| Reserved Category- Ph | 40% | 480 |
Exam Pattern
The BCECE distinguishes itself as an offline examination, requiring candidates to utilize traditional pen-and-paper methods for their responses. This includes the utilization of a Black/Blue pen to mark the answers on an Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) sheet.
The multiple-choice question format spans all subjects encompassed within the examination, encompassing a comprehensive set of 100 questions for each subject.
Such an extensive question pool offers candidates ample opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding across various domains.
- The BCECE is a pen-and-paper offline examination that requires candidates to use a Black/Blue pen to mark their answers on an OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) sheet.
- The examination format consists exclusively of multiple-choice questions across all subjects.
- Each subject within the BCECE contains a total of 100 questions, providing candidates with ample opportunity to showcase their knowledge.
- Candidates will receive 4 marks for every correct answer they provide, encouraging them to strive for accuracy.
However, caution must be exercised, as a penalty of 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrectly answered question, promoting careful consideration and thoughtful responses.
To accommodate candidates' language preferences, the BCECE offers the option to attempt the examination in either English or Hindi, ensuring that individuals can comfortably showcase their skills and understanding in their chosen language.
How to Prepare
BCECE 2023 Reference Books for Physics:
- "Objective Physics" by Pradeep (for practice).
- "Concepts of Physics" by H.C. Verma (excluding extremely challenging questions).
- "BCECE Explorer" by MTG or "BCECE" by Arihant.
BCECE 2023 Reference Books for Chemistry:
- "Objective Chemistry" by Pradeep.
- "BCECE Explorer" by MTG or "BCECE" by Arihant.
- "Cengage Chemistry Series" by KS Verma.
BCECE 2023 Reference Books for Mathematics:
- "R. D. Sharma Objective."
- "BCECE Explorer" by MTG or "BCECE" by Arihant.
BCECE 2023 Reference Books for Biology:
- "BCECE Explorer" by MTG or "BCECE" by Arihant.
- "NCERT Exemplar Problems-Solutions Biology" for Class 12th.
Candidates can also refer to NCERT books for Class 11th and 12th and previous years' objective questions from JEE Main and JEE Advanced (AIEEE and IIT).
Admit Card
The BCECE Admit Card 2023 is expected to be released on the official website, bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, during the first week of June 2023.
Candidates who have successfully registered for BCECE 2023 will be able to download the admission card.
To download the admit card, candidates need to enter their registration number and date of birth. The BCECE 2023 Admit Card provides essential information such as the exam date, time, location, and roll number.
It is highly recommended that participants obtain their admit cards before the exam date.
- Accessing the official website later might pose difficulties, so it is crucial to have the admit card in advance.
- The official website, bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, is the designated platform for downloading the admit card.
- Candidates should ensure that they have their registration number and date of birth handy to avoid any inconvenience while retrieving the admit card.
- The admit card serves as a crucial document and must be carried to the exam venue on the specified date.
- Failure to present the admit card might result in disqualification from appearing in the BCECE 2023 examination.
Seat Allotment
The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) conducts the process of allocating seats for the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination (BCECE) based on the candidates' choices and preferences. Here is a broad description of the BCECE seat allocation procedure:
- Application and test: Prospective candidates must complete the BCECE application procedure and show up for the entrance test, which has two stages.
- Merit List: Based on how well applicants performed in Stage 2 of the test, the BCECEB creates a merit list. The applicants are listed in order of their scores on the merit list.
- Online counselling: Selected applicants are asked to participate in the procedure. Candidates must register and submit their selections for courses, colleges, and institutions. The counselling is often performed over several rounds.
- Seat Allocation: In the participating institutions, seats are allocated based on the candidates' merit rankings and their preferences. The computerised seat allocation procedure considers both seat availability and reservation policies.
- Confirming Acceptance and Paying Fees: Candidates who have been offered seats must confirm their acceptance by paying the relevant admission fees and finishing the required procedures in accordance with the BCECEB's guidelines.
Candidates must report to the assigned institution within the allocated time frame after receiving confirmation of their seat. They must comply with the institution's admission requirements and possess the required documentation for verification.
FAQ's
Candidates are required to carry the BCECE admit card, a valid photo ID proof (such as Aadhaar card, PAN card, or passport), and any other documents mentioned in the exam instructions or the admit card.
There are three rounds in BCECE counselling.
The exam pattern is in the format of MCQ questions.
Candidates can apply for BCECE through the official website of the BCECEB during the application window. The application process is usually online, and candidates need to fill out the application form, upload required documents, and pay the application fee.
Yes there is one point deducted for every incorrect answer.
