Bihar BCECEB DECE (LE) Admission Online Form 2026
Name of Post: Bihar Polytechnic Lateral Entry (DECE-LE) Admission Online Form 2026
Post Date / Update: 18 March 2026 | 12:00 PM
Author: Sumit Kumar
Short Information: Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has officially released the detailed advertisement (Advt. No. BCECEB(DECE[LE])-2026/01) for the Diploma Entrance Competitive Examination (Lateral Entry) – 2026[cite: 2852, 2853]. Candidates who want to take direct admission into the 2nd Year of Engineering Diploma Courses in various Polytechnic Institutes of Bihar can apply online. The registration portal will be live from 20 March 2026 to 23 April 2026[cite: 2938, 2941]. Eligible 12th Science or 10th+ITI pass candidates must read the complete notification before submitting the application form.
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Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB)
Diploma Entrance Competitive Exam Lateral Entry (DECE-LE) 2026
Advt No. BCECEB(DECE[LE])-2026/01 Short Details of Notification
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Important Dates & Application Fee Details
Exam Events & Dates
- Notification Issued: 18/03/2026 [cite: 2852]
- Online Registration Start Date: 20/03/2026 [cite: 2938, 2939]
- Registration Closing Date: 23/04/2026 [cite: 2940, 2942]
- Last Date for Payment: 24/04/2026 (upto 11:59 PM) [cite: 2943, 2945]
- Online Editing Window: 25/04/2026 to 26/04/2026 [cite: 2947, 2948]
- Admit Card Uploading: 15/05/2026 [cite: 2949, 2951]
- Proposed Exam Date: 24/05/2026 [cite: 2953, 2954]
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Application Fee Structure
The examination fee is uniform across all categories.
- General / BC / EBC: Rs. 2200/- [cite: 2908]
- SC / ST Candidates: Rs. 2200/- [cite: 2908]
- Disabled (DQ) Category: Rs. 2200/- [cite: 2908]
- Payment Mode: Fee can be paid through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI[cite: 2902, 2903]. Additional processing charges will be borne by the applicant[cite: 2904]. Note: Paid fee will not be refunded[cite: 2898].
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DECE LE Age Limit Criteria 2026
The age limit criteria for appearing in the Diploma Entrance Competitive Examination (Lateral Entry) – 2026 are exceptionally lenient.
👉 No Minimum or Maximum Age Limit prescribed.
Candidates of any age group can participate in the DECE (LE) 2026 exam as long as they fulfill the educational qualifications[cite: 2858].
Educational Qualification & Eligibility for Lateral Entry
To get direct admission into the 2nd year of the Engineering Diploma course in Bihar Polytechnics, candidates must possess one of the following educational qualifications before the last date of application[cite: 2855, 2856, 2857]:
| Eligibility Option |
Required Qualification / Subjects |
| Option 1 |
Passed 12th Science with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with Mathematics or Biology[cite: 2855]. |
| Option 2 |
Passed 12th Science specifically with Mathematics subject[cite: 2855]. |
| Option 3 |
Passed 12th Science with Vocational / Technical subject[cite: 2855]. |
| Option 4 |
Passed 10th Class + ITI (2 Year course with appropriate trade)[cite: 2855, 2856]. |
Warning: Candidates who have passed only a 1-year ITI course are NOT ELIGIBLE to apply for the 2nd Year Engineering Diploma course through this exam[cite: 2859].
Complete Step-by-Step Online Registration Process
The application process for Bihar DECE (LE) 2026 consists of five mandatory steps. Candidates must follow these strictly to avoid rejection.
Step-One: Registration
- Go to the official website and click on “Online Portal of DECE (LE)-2026” then select “New Registration”[cite: 2862].
- Enter correct details and use only your own or your parents’ valid Email ID and Mobile Number[cite: 2868].
- Verify both Email and Mobile through separate Verification Codes (OTPs)[cite: 2869]. These cannot be changed later[cite: 2870].
- Note down the generated Registration Number and keep your password strictly confidential[cite: 2871, 2873].
Step-Two: Multi-Step Application Form
- Personal & Contact Info: Login and fill out personal information and complete addresses[cite: 2874, 2875, 2877, 2878].
- Educational Info: Provide details of your 10th, 12th Science, or ITI qualification[cite: 2879, 2880].
- Upload Photo & Sign: Upload a high-contrast passport-size color photograph. The photo must have a placard showing the applicant’s name and the date the photo was taken[cite: 2881, 2882, 2883, 2885]. Upload signatures in both Hindi and English[cite: 2882].
- Live Photograph: You MUST also capture and upload a Live Photograph through your device’s camera[cite: 2886, 2887].
Step-Three: Preview & Final Submit
- Review all data carefully[cite: 2891]. Use the “Back to Edit” button if you find any errors[cite: 2892].
- Submit the declaration and click “Final Submit & Proceed to Payment”[cite: 2893]. Applications left without fee payment will be rejected[cite: 2894].
Step-Four: Payment of Examination Fee
- Pay the fee online (Rs. 2200) via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI[cite: 2902, 2903, 2908].
- Failure Refund Policy: If the fee is deducted from your bank but the transaction fails, the amount will be automatically refunded[cite: 2909, 2912]. You MUST pay again within the deadline to complete your application[cite: 2909, 2910].
Step-Five: Download Confirmation Page
- Download and print the “Confirmation Page” and “Fee Receipt” for future reference[cite: 2915].
- Do not send this hard copy to the BCECEB office[cite: 2923]. Keep it safe for counseling[cite: 2924].
How to Fill Bihar Polytechnic Lateral Entry Online Form 2026
- Candidates applying for Bihar DECE (LE) 2026 can fill the online application form from 20/03/2026 to 23/04/2026[cite: 2938, 2939, 2940, 2942].
- Before applying, thoroughly read the official prospectus to check eligibility conditions[cite: 2860, 2861].
- Ensure you have all necessary documents ready: Marksheets (12th Science or 10th+ITI), ID Proof, and Address Details.
- Prepare scanned documents: A passport photo (with Name & Date placard), and Hindi/English signatures[cite: 2882, 2883, 2885]. Be ready with a webcam for the Live Photo capture[cite: 2886].
- Review your Application Preview before clicking Final Submit[cite: 2891, 2893]. In case of mistakes, utilize the correction window available from 25 April to 26 April 2026[cite: 2947, 2948].
- For any payment/technical issues, contact BCECEB Helpdesk at 0612-2220230 or email bangalorepgsd@billdesk.com[cite: 2913, 2914].
- Take a printout of the final submitted form (Confirmation Page)[cite: 2915].
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: When will the DECE (LE) 2026 examination be conducted?
Ans: The proposed date for the Diploma Entrance Competitive Examination (Lateral Entry) 2026 is 24 May 2026[cite: 2953, 2954].
Q2: Am I eligible for DECE LE if I have passed a 1-year ITI course?
Ans: No. Candidates who have passed a 1-year ITI course are not eligible[cite: 2859]. Only candidates with a 2-Year ITI course (after 10th) or 12th Science are eligible[cite: 2855, 2856].
Q3: How much is the application fee for SC/ST category candidates?
Ans: The application fee for the DECE (LE) 2026 is uniform for all categories. SC, ST, DQ, General, BC, and EBC candidates all have to pay Rs. 2200/-[cite: 2908].
Q4: What is the age limit to apply for Bihar Polytechnic Lateral Entry?
Ans: There is no minimum or maximum age limit prescribed for appearing in this entrance examination[cite: 2858].
Q5: What are the photo upload requirements?
Ans: Candidates must upload a passport-size photo holding a placard that displays their name and the date of the photo[cite: 2883, 2885]. A Live Photograph taken via a webcam/camera is also mandatory during application[cite: 2886].
