The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Lateral Entry (BCECE LE) 2025 is a state-level entrance exam conducted by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) for lateral entry admissions into second-year undergraduate programs in engineering, pharmacy, and paramedical courses at various government and private colleges in Bihar. This exam offers an excellent opportunity for diploma holders and eligible candidates to secure admission into professional degree programs. The BCECE LE 2025 admit card, a mandatory document for appearing in the exam, can be downloaded from the official BCECEB website using login credentials. The examination is scheduled for June 8, 2025, and will be conducted in offline mode across multiple centers in Bihar. Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria, complete the application process, and follow exam day guidelines to participate successfully.

Key Dates:

• Application Form Release: April 9, 2025

• Application Submission Deadline: May 18, 2025

• Application Fee Payment Deadline: May 18, 2025

• Application Form Correction Window: May 19–20, 2025

• Admit Card Release: May 28, 2025

• Exam Date: June 8, 2025

• Result Declaration: Expected in July 2025

Fees:

• Application fee varies by category and course. For general category candidates, the fee is approximately INR 2,200 for engineering or pharmacy streams. Reserved category candidates (SC/ST) may pay around INR 1,100. Fees must be paid online via debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI by May 18, 2025.

Eligibility:

• Candidates must hold a valid Bihar domicile certificate or have parents who are permanent residents of Bihar or government employees in the state.

• For engineering, candidates should have a diploma in engineering with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST).

• For pharmacy, a diploma in pharmacy is required with the same percentage criteria.

• Candidates must have completed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/Biology as compulsory subjects, depending on the course.

Steps to Download Admit Card:

• Visit the official BCECEB website at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.

• Locate and click the “Download Admit Card of BCECE LE 2025” link on the homepage.

• Enter your registered email ID and password or registration number and date of birth.

• Click the “Login” or “Submit” button to access the admit card.

• Verify details such as name, exam center, date, and time on the admit card.

• Download and print the admit card for exam day use.

Important Information:

• The admit card is mandatory for entry into the exam hall and must be accompanied by a valid photo ID (e.g., Aadhaar card, voter ID, or passport).

• Candidates should arrive at the exam center at least one hour before the scheduled time, as mentioned on the admit card.

• Prohibited items like mobile phones, calculators, or written materials are not allowed in the exam hall.

• Any discrepancies in the admit card (e.g., incorrect name or date of birth) should be reported to the BCECEB office in Patna before the exam, with supporting documents like the application form and ID proof.

• The exam will be conducted in English and Hindi, with separate papers for engineering, pharmacy, and paramedical streams, each lasting 1 hour 30 minutes and carrying 400 marks.

• Results will be declared online as a rank card, and candidates qualifying based on merit will proceed to the counseling process for seat allotment.