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Jharkhand B.Ed/M.Ed/B.P.Ed Entrance Exam 2026: Application Details and Important Dates

The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has announced the B.Ed/M.Ed/B.P.Ed Entrance Exam for the academic session 2026-28. Eligible candidates can apply online starting from February 25, 2026, with the last date for applications set for March 25, 2026. The exam will be conducted in an offline OMR format, featuring 100 questions. Notably, 85% of the seats are reserved for candidates from Jharkhand state universities. This article provides comprehensive details on application procedures, fees, and eligibility criteria, ensuring prospective students are well-informed.
By Ambika Singh Mar 4, 2026, 17:02 IST

Jharkhand B.Ed / M.Ed / B.P.Ed Entrance Exam Online Form 2026


Jharkhand B.Ed / M.Ed / B.P.Ed Entrance Exam Online Form 2026 | JCECEB Jharkhand B.Ed Entrance Exam Notification 2026


Overview: The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has issued Advt. No. JCECEB/01/26-08 on 24-02-2026, announcing the B.Ed / M.Ed / B.P.Ed Combined Entrance Competitive Examination for the academic year 2026-28. Eligible candidates are invited to submit their online applications. Of the total seats, 85% are reserved for students from Jharkhand state universities, while the remaining 15% are available for all candidates. The examination will be conducted in an OMR-based offline format, consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions worth 100 marks, with a penalty of 0.25 marks for incorrect answers. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for further details.


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Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB)


Advt. No. JCECEB/01/26-08


IMPORTANT DATES



  • Notification Date: 24-02-2026


  • Application Start: 25-02-2026


  • Last Date to Apply Online: 25-03-2026


  • Correction Window: 26 to 27-03-2026


  • Admit Card: 4 Days Before Exam


  • Exam Date: 26-04-2026


APPLICATION FEE



  • General: Rs. 1,000/-


  • OBC-I / OBC-II: Rs. 750/-


  • SC / ST / All Women: Rs. 500/-


  • Ph / PwD: Rs. 0/-


  • Other State Candidates: Rs. 1,000/-


  • Payment can be made via Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking. Fees are non-refundable.
AGE LIMIT



  • No Age Limit specified in the official notification for B.Ed / M.Ed / B.P.Ed Entrance Exam 2026


Course Details Session: 2026-28
Course Name Total Qualification
B.Ed (Bachelor of Education) As Per Institution Bachelor's / Master's Degree in Science / Social Science / Humanities / Commerce with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD) OR B.E./B.Tech. with Science & Maths specialization with a minimum of 55% (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD). Final year students are also eligible (results required at admission time).
B.P.Ed (Bachelor of Physical Education) As Per Institution
M.Ed (Master of Education) As Per Institution Minimum qualification: B.Ed degree. Marks criteria same as above (50% general / 45% reserved).


Exam Pattern (Syllabus & Marking)



  • Mode: OMR Based Offline (MCQ) | Total Questions: 100 | Total Marks: 100


  • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer


  • Language Proficiency: 30 Questions (15 Hindi + 15 English) – Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Idioms


  • Teaching Aptitude: 40 Questions – Attitude towards education, Leadership, Emotional & Social adjustment, General Awareness


  • Reasoning Ability: 30 Questions – Verbal/Non-verbal reasoning, Number/Letter series, Analogy, Logical problems, Numerical ability


  • Merit List Tiebreaker: NCC 'C' / NSS Certificate → Earlier Date of Birth gets priority


How To Fill Online Form



  1. Visit the official website http://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in and click on the "B.Ed/ M.Ed/ B.P.Ed Combined Entrance Competitive Examination-2026" button on the Homepage


  2. Register by filling in the required details; upload a scanned Passport Size Photo (white background, both ears visible, non-edited), Signature, and Left Thumb Impression


  3. Upload PDF of: (1) Matric/10th Marksheet & Certificate (2) Bachelor's Degree Marksheet (3) Master's Degree Marksheet (if applicable) (4) NCC 'C'/NSS Certificate (if any) (5) Local/Permanent Resident Certificate (Jharkhand) (6) Caste Certificate (if applicable) (7) Disability Certificate (if applicable)


  4. Pay the exam fee through Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking via Payment Gateway. Fee is non-refundable.


  5. Take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference


  6. If corrections are needed, log in between 26-03-2026 to 27-03-2026 for online corrections. No corrections will be allowed after this window.


Selection Process



  • Written Entrance Exam


  • Admission – Based on merit rank, reservation policy, and availability of seats in Jharkhand institutions
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IMPORTANT LINKS


Apply Online


Click Here


Download Notification


Click Here


Official Website


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Frequently Asked Questions:


Q1. Which board is conducting the Jharkhand B.Ed / M.Ed / B.P.Ed Entrance Exam 2026?


Answer: The exam is conducted by the Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB), Jharkhand Government, as per Advt. No. JCECEB/01/26-08 dated 24-02-2026.


Q2. Which state candidates can apply for the Jharkhand B.Ed / M.Ed / B.P.Ed Entrance Exam 2026?


Answer: Candidates from all states can apply, but 85% of seats are reserved for those who have graduated from Jharkhand state universities. The remaining 15% are open to candidates from outside Jharkhand. SC/ST/OBC/Women candidates from outside Jharkhand must pay the General category fee.


Q3. What is the application fee for the Jharkhand B.Ed / M.Ed / B.P.Ed Entrance Exam 2026?


Answer: General – Rs. 1,000/- | OBC-I/OBC-II (Jharkhand) – Rs. 750/- | SC/ST/All Women (Jharkhand) – Rs. 500/- | Divyang/PwD – Rs. 0/-. The fee is non-refundable.


Q4. What is the last date to apply for the Jharkhand B.Ed / M.Ed / B.P.Ed Entrance Exam 2026?


Answer: The last date to submit the online application is 25-03-2026. The correction window is available from 26-03-2026 to 27-03-2026.


Q5. When is the JCECEB B.Ed / M.Ed / B.P.Ed Entrance Exam 2026?

Answer: The entrance exam is scheduled for 26-04-2026 in OMR-based offline (MCQ) mode at exam centers in Ranchi, Dhanbad, Jamshedpur, Bokaro, Dumka, Palamu, Hazaribag & Chaibasa.


Q6. What is the eligibility for the Jharkhand B.Ed / M.Ed / B.P.Ed Entrance Exam 2026?


Answer: A Bachelor's / Master's degree in Science / Social Science / Humanities / Commerce with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD). For B.Tech/BE with Science & Maths specialization: minimum 55% (50% for reserved categories). For M.Ed: a minimum B.Ed is required. Final year students can also apply.