Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (Website)

The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has officially released the admit card for the Polytechnic Entrance Competitive Examination (PECE) 2026. This hall ticket is a mandatory document for all candidates scheduled to appear for the entrance test. The examination is conducted to facilitate admissions into various polytechnic diploma programs across the state of Jharkhand. Candidates are advised to download their admit cards well in advance to ensure all details are correct and to avoid any last-minute technical issues on the official portal. The exam is now confirmed to take place on 12th July 2026, following a revision from the previously announced date. It is essential for students to verify their personal information, exam center details, and reporting time printed on the document. Carrying the hall ticket along with a valid photo identity proof is strictly required for entry into the examination hall. The board has provided a dedicated login portal for candidates to access their documents using their unique registration credentials. Maintaining a printed copy of the admit card is necessary for the entire duration of the admission and counseling process. Candidates should also familiarize themselves with the exam day guidelines provided by the board to ensure a smooth testing experience.

Refer to the official JCECEB notification for specific age limit details and category-wise relaxations.

The selection process for the polytechnic programs is based on the performance of candidates in the Polytechnic Entrance Competitive Examination (PECE). The exam is conducted in an offline, pen-and-paper, OMR-based format. Candidates are evaluated based on their scores in the entrance test, which determines their merit ranking. Following the examination, a merit list is prepared, and qualified candidates are invited to participate in the centralized counseling process for seat allotment across various polytechnic institutions in Jharkhand.

The PECE 2026 is an offline, OMR-based examination. Candidates are required to answer objective-type questions within the stipulated time. The exam covers subjects relevant to the polytechnic curriculum. Detailed information regarding the number of questions, marking scheme, and subject-wise breakdown is available in the official information brochure provided by the JCECEB.

Details regarding the application fee for different categories are provided in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the JCECEB portal for the specific fee structure applicable to General, OBC, SC, ST, and PWD categories.