DCECE 2027 application fee is expected to be ₹750 for General, EWS and OBC students, and ₹500 for SC/ST students, based on DCECE 2026 fee trends published by BCECEB.

DCECE (Diploma Certificate Entrance Competitive Examination) is conducted by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) for admission to polytechnic (PE), para medical (PM), and para medical dental (PMD) diploma courses in Bihar. The application fee is paid online during the registration window on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. DCECE 2027 dates have not been officially announced yet; the fee structure below is based on previous years’ trends and will be updated once BCECEB releases the official notification.

  • Expected fee for General/EWS/OBC students: ₹750 per application.
  • Expected fee for SC/ST students: ₹500 per application.
  • Payment is accepted through online modes only — net banking, debit/credit card, and UPI.
  • The official portal for payment is bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
  • The application fee is non-refundable once paid, under any circumstance.
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DCECE 2027 Application Fee – Category-Wise Breakdown

The table below shows the expected category-wise DCECE 2027 application fee based on 2026 trends. BCECEB may revise the fee marginally in the official 2027 notification, so confirm the exact amount before payment.

Category Expected Application Fee
General ₹750
EWS (Economically Weaker Section) ₹750
OBC (Other Backward Class) ₹750
BC / EBC (Backward Class / Extremely Backward Class) ₹750
SC (Scheduled Caste) ₹500
ST (Scheduled Tribe) ₹500

All figures are expected based on 2026 trends. Once BCECEB releases the official DCECE 2027 notification at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, the confirmed fee amounts will be available there.


DCECE 2027 Application Fee – Stream-Wise Details

DCECE covers multiple streams under a single entrance cycle. Based on previous years, the fee structure is uniform across PE, PM, and PMD streams, but students applying to more than one stream may need to pay a separate fee for each.

Stream Full Form Expected Fee – General/OBC Expected Fee – SC/ST
PE Polytechnic Engineering ₹750 ₹500
PM Para Medical ₹750 ₹500
PMD Para Medical Dental ₹750 ₹500
PPE Part-Time Polytechnic Engineering ₹750 ₹500

If you want to appear for more than one DCECE stream in 2027, check the official notification to confirm whether a single payment covers all streams or each requires a separate fee transaction.


How to Pay DCECE 2027 Application Fee

The DCECE 2027 application fee is paid as part of the online registration process on the BCECEB portal. Follow the steps below to complete the payment correctly.

  1. Visit the official BCECEB portal at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
  2. Click the DCECE 2027 Apply Online link on the homepage once the application window opens.
  3. Register by entering your personal and academic details accurately.
  4. Upload the required documents — photograph, signature, and relevant certificates.
  5. Select your preferred payment mode from the options displayed (net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI).
  6. Enter payment details and confirm the transaction on the bank/payment gateway page.
  7. Save the transaction ID or payment receipt immediately after the fee is deducted.
  8. Download and print the completed DCECE 2027 application form after the payment is confirmed.

Do not close the browser window while payment is being processed. If the fee is deducted but the application is not confirmed within 48 hours, contact the BCECEB helpdesk with your transaction ID for resolution.


Accepted Payment Modes for DCECE 2027

BCECEB accepts only online payment for DCECE 2027. No demand draft, cash, money order, or offline mode is accepted. The expected payment options based on 2026 norms are listed below.

Payment Mode Details
Net Banking All major scheduled banks supported via the BCECEB payment gateway
Debit Card Visa, Mastercard and RuPay debit cards accepted
Credit Card Visa and Mastercard credit cards accepted
UPI GPay, PhonePe, Paytm and other UPI-enabled apps accepted

Ensure your bank account or card has sufficient balance before initiating the payment. A failed transaction due to insufficient funds may require you to restart the payment step on the portal. Keep a note of any transaction reference number, even for failed attempts, to help resolve disputes through the BCECEB helpdesk.


DCECE 2027 Fee Concession for Reserved Categories

BCECEB offers a reduced application fee for SC and ST students. There is no complete fee waiver for any category under DCECE. Key points on fee concession are listed below.

  • SC/ST students pay ₹500, which is ₹250 less than the General category fee of ₹750, based on 2026 norms.
  • Students from OBC, EBC, and BC categories pay the same fee as General category students.
  • There is no separate fee concession for PwD (Persons with Disability) students under DCECE as per previous year norms — check the 2027 official notification for any update.
  • The fee once paid is non-refundable regardless of whether you withdraw your application, miss the exam, or are found ineligible.
  • Always select your category correctly during registration — an incorrect selection may affect your fee, rank list placement, and seat allotment eligibility.

DCECE 2027 Application Fee FAQs

Ques. What is the DCECE 2027 application fee for General category students?

Ans. Based on DCECE 2026 trends, the expected application fee for General category students is ₹750. The confirmed amount will be available in the official DCECE 2027 notification at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.

Ques. Is there a fee concession for SC/ST students in DCECE 2027?

Ans. Yes. SC and ST students are expected to pay a reduced fee of ₹500 against ₹750 for General category students, based on previous year norms set by BCECEB.

Ques. Can the DCECE 2027 application fee be paid offline or by demand draft?

Ans. No. BCECEB accepts only online payment for DCECE. You can pay using net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI through the official BCECEB portal.

Ques. Is the DCECE 2027 application fee refundable?

Ans. No. The DCECE application fee is non-refundable once paid, even if you withdraw your application, are declared ineligible, or do not appear for the exam.

Ques. Do students applying for multiple DCECE streams pay separate fees?

Ans. Based on previous year practice, students applying for multiple DCECE streams such as PE, PM, and PMD may need to pay the fee separately for each stream. Check the official DCECE 2027 notification on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in for confirmation before applying.

Ques. What should I do if my fee payment fails during DCECE 2027 registration?

Ans. If the fee is deducted from your account but the application is not confirmed, wait 48 hours as it may auto-reconcile. If it is not resolved, contact the BCECEB helpdesk with your transaction ID and bank statement for assistance.