Registration for Bachelor of Technology (BTech) and Bachelor of Engineering (BE) admissions for the 2026-2027 academic year is now open. The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) began accepting applications on June 24, 2026 . The deadline to submit applications is July 2, 2026 .
Admission Process
Admissions will be based solely on candidates' performance in the JEE Main 2026 examination. The official JCECEB website, jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in, is the platform for submitting applications.
Key Dates
The JCECEB has released a schedule for the registration and subsequent processes.
| Particulars | Date |
| Admission Open Date | June 24, 2026 |
| Admission Closing Date | July 2, 2026 |
| Correction Window | July 3, 2026 |
| Publication of State Merit List | July 5, 2026 |
Application Fees
The application fee varies by category. Candidates can pay the fees through various online methods during the application process.
- General, EWS, BC-I, BC-II: Rs 500
- SC, ST, and Female Candidates (all categories): Rs 250
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, candidates must meet specific academic and residency requirements.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed their Class 12 examination. A minimum of 45% marks is required for the General Category. Reserved categories need a minimum of 40% marks.
- Domicile: A Jharkhand Residential Certificate is required.
- Reservations: Candidates eligible for reservation based on Caste, Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), Person with Disabilities, Service Man Quota (SMQ), or Primitive Tribal Groups will be considered.
- Tuition Fee Waiver: A Tuition Fee Waiver scheme is available for eligible candidates.
Next Steps
Following the release of the State Merit List on July 5, 2026, JCECEB will soon publish details regarding the counselling and seat allotment procedures. Applicants should regularly check the official JCECEB website for updates and further announcements.
