The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has released the notification for the B.Ed. Combined Entrance Competitive Examination (CET) 2026.
This entrance exam is for admission to the two-year B.Ed. program for the academic session 2026–28 at various institutions in Jharkhand, including government, government-aided, unaided, self-financed, and private accredited B.Ed. colleges.
The online application process will begin on February 25, 2026, and the deadline for submitting the application form is March 25, 2026. Interested and eligible candidates are advised to apply within the given timeline.
Candidates must read the entire notification before applying online to ensure they meet all the eligibility requirements. The direct application link and password are available on the website.
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Apply Start | 25/02/2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 25/03/2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 25/03/2026* |
| Correction Window | 26/03/2026 – 27/03/2026 |
| Admit Card Available | 4 Days Before Exam |
| Exam Date | 26/04/2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) Candidates | Rs. 1000/- |
| BC-I / BC-II Candidates | Rs. 750/- |
| SC / ST / All Female Candidates | Rs. 500/- |
| Divyang Quota | Rs. 00/- |
JCECEB Jharkhand B.Ed 2026 Education Qualification
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Educational Qualification | Candidates must have at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD & reserved categories) in Bachelor’s Degree and/or Master’s Degree in Science / Social Science / Humanities / Commerce. |
| Engineering / Technology Qualification | Bachelor’s in Engineering or Technology with specialization in Science & Mathematics with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD & reserved categories). |
| M.Ed. Admission Qualification | Minimum qualification required is B.Ed. Degree. |
| Teaching Subject Requirement | Candidate must choose only one subject (within subject category) studied in qualifying degree (Bachelor’s/Master’s). Must have secured minimum 50% marks out of 200 marks in that subject. |
| Passing Year Restriction | No restriction on passing year for applying. |
| Final Year Students | Final year Bachelor’s/Master’s students are eligible. Admission subject to submission of final result and fulfilling required percentage criteria at time of admission. |
| Official Notification | For complete details, read the official notification. |
How to Apply JCECEB Jharkhand BEd Entrance Exam 2026 Online Form
| Step | Process Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Visit Official Website | Visit the official website jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in or the dedicated B.Ed entrance portal link mentioned in the notification. |
| 2. Click on Apply Link | Click on “Jharkhand B.Ed./M.Ed./B.P.Ed Entrance Competitive Examination 2026 – Apply Online” or similar registration link. |
| 3. Registration | Register by entering your Name, Mobile Number, Email ID, Date of Birth and create a Password. Registration Number will be sent via SMS/Email. |
| 4. Fill Application Form | Log in and fill in personal details, address, category, educational qualifications, and other required information carefully. |
| 5. Upload Documents | Upload scanned Photograph, Signature, and required documents in prescribed format and size. |
| 6. Payment of Application Fee | Pay the application fee online via Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI etc. General: ₹1000 BC-I / BC-II (Jharkhand Only): ₹750 (Check official notification for exact fee & exemptions.) |
| 7. Final Submission | Verify all details carefully, submit the application form, and download/print the confirmation page for future reference. |
Note: Application is fully online. Check the official notification for exact dates, fee details, document specifications, and eligibility. Contact the helpline for any issues during registration or payment.
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JCECEB Jharkhand BEd Entrance Exam 2026 Pattern/ Syllabus
Combined Competitive Examination – Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language Proficiency | 30 (15 Hindi + 15 English) | 30 Marks | Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Error Detection, Sentence Rearrangement, Idioms & Phrases |
| Teaching Aptitude | 40 | 40 Marks | Teaching Attitude, Leadership, Emotional & Social Adjustment, Education Awareness |
| Reasoning Ability | 30 | 30 Marks | Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning, Series, Analogy, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding, Puzzles, Blood Relations, Basic Numerical Ability |
Marking Scheme
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 100 MCQs |
| Total Marks | 100 Marks |
| Correct Answer | +1 Mark |
| Wrong Answer | -0.25 Mark (Negative Marking Applicable) |
Important Questions
When will the online application start?
The online application process starts on 25 February 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online registration and fee payment is 25 March 2026.
What is the exam date?
The entrance exam will be conducted on 26 April 2026.
Can final year students apply?
Yes, final year students can apply. However, they must submit their final result at the time of admission.
Is there any age limit?
There is generally no upper age limit for B.Ed admission.
