The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has officially released the Seat Matrix for Bihar ITI CAT 2025. This seat matrix provides detailed information on the number of seats available in various Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across Bihar for different trades and categories. Candidates who have appeared in the Bihar ITI CAT 2025 examination or are planning to take part in the counselling process should go through the seat matrix carefully before locking their preferences.

📌 What Is the Bihar ITI CAT Seat Matrix?

The seat matrix is a document published by BCECEB that outlines the number of available seats in every government and private ITI in Bihar, classified according to:

• ITI College/Institute Name

• Location/District

• Available Trades (e.g., Electrician, Fitter, Welder, COPA, Mechanic, etc.)

• Category-wise seat allocation (UR, EBC, BC, SC, ST, EWS, and Female candidates)

It helps candidates make informed decisions while selecting their preferred institutes and courses during the counselling and choice-filling stage.

Application Dates:

Application Fee :

Age Limit:

Note: Age Relaxation as per rules

Admission Details

Bihar ITI Admission 2025 Required Documents

🔍 Why the Seat Matrix Matters

The Bihar ITI CAT 2025 counselling is done based on merit rank and seat availability, which is why reviewing the seat matrix is a crucial step. Here’s how it impacts your admission:

• It tells you how many total and trade-specific seats are available in your desired ITI.

• Helps you understand how reservation policies (as per Bihar govt norms) are applied.

• It allows you to assess which institutes have higher intake for your preferred trade.

• Enables better decision-making during choice locking, reducing the chance of allotment delays or rejection.

🛠️ Trade-Wise Seats Available in ITIs (General Idea)

While the detailed matrix is published in a downloadable PDF by BCECEB, here’s an indicative idea of popular trades and typical seat availability in most ITIs:

• Electrician – One of the most in-demand trades; available in almost all ITIs with 20–100+ seats

• Fitter – Widely offered; generally 20–80 seats depending on the institute

• Mechanic (Diesel/Auto/AC) – Offered in technical-focused ITIs; varies from 20–60 seats

• Welder – Offered in most industrial areas; usually 20–40 seats

• COPA (Computer Operator and Programming Assistant) – Popular among female candidates; around 24–60 seats

• Plumber, Wireman, Surveyor, Dress Making, Sewing Technology, etc. – Niche courses with limited seats

The actual seat matrix gives institute-wise details, which candidates can download from the official portal.

✅ How to Download Bihar ITI CAT 2025 Seat Matrix

To download and view the official seat matrix, follow these steps:

1. Visit the Official BCECEB Website
   Open your browser and go to the official portal: bceceboard.bihar.gov.in

2. Locate the “Bihar ITICAT 2025” Section
   On the homepage, look for “ITI CAT 2025” or the latest ITI-related updates.

3. Click on “Seat Matrix” Link
   You will find a clickable link titled something like "Download Seat Matrix for ITICAT 2025."

4. Download the PDF File
   Click the link to download the seat matrix document. Save it to your device for reference.

5. Search for Your Preferred Institute or Trade
   Open the PDF and use the search option (Ctrl + F) to quickly find institutes, trades, or districts of your interest.

📝 Counselling Process and How Seat Matrix Is Used

Once results are declared, the online counselling and choice filling process begins. Here’s how the seat matrix fits into that:

• Candidates log in using their credentials (roll number, DOB) and access the choice filling portal.

• They select multiple ITIs and trades in order of preference — guided by the seat matrix.

• Based on the merit rank, category, and seat availability, a candidate is allotted a seat.

• If no seats are available in top preferences, lower options may be considered during automatic allotment.

Hence, being realistic and strategic while reviewing the seat matrix helps maximize your chances of selection in the first round.

📁 Reservation Policy Followed in Seat Allocation

The BCECEB follows the reservation guidelines issued by the Bihar Government, which are applied to the total seat matrix. Key categories include:

• General (UR)

• Economically Weaker Section (EWS)

• Extremely Backward Class (EBC)

• Backward Class (BC)

• Scheduled Caste (SC)

• Scheduled Tribe (ST)

• Female Quota – Separate reservation for girls in many trades

The percentage distribution may vary slightly by year and trade type, but candidates are allotted seats as per their eligibility and rank under the applied quota.

🔄 Seat Matrix Updates: Rounds and Vacant Seats

• After each round of counselling, updated vacant seat lists are also published.

• Candidates who did not get a seat in the first round can apply again using the revised matrix.

• It is common for three to four rounds of counselling to take place depending on how many seats remain unfilled.

Always check for revised seat matrix and cutoff ranks after each round.