The BCECE UGEAC 2026 Round 2 expected OBC cutoff for top Bihar state engineering colleges ranges from approximately 48,000 to 2,20,000 JEE Main AIR, with Computer Science at MIT Muzaffarpur projected to close near 48,000.
BCECE UGEAC (Undergraduate Engineering Admission Counselling) is Bihar’s state-level engineering seat allocation process for JEE Main qualified students. Round 2, with provisional allotment expected on July 17, 2026, opens seats for students who were not allotted in Round 1 as well as those seeking a preferred branch upgrade. OBC category students should note that Round 2 cutoffs are typically more relaxed than Round 1 because surrendered seats re-enter the pool for redistribution.
- BCECE UGEAC Round 2 provisional allotment is scheduled for July 17, 2026; document verification runs July 20–21, 2026.
- Choices filled and locked in Round 1 carry forward automatically — no fresh choice filling is required for Round 2.
- OBC students need a minimum of 40% marks in the qualifying examination to be eligible for BCECE UGEAC counselling.
- Seat allotment is based entirely on JEE Main 2026 Paper 1 All India Rank (AIR) — Bihar does not conduct a separate state engineering entrance exam.
- As per Bihar reservation norms, 27% of state quota seats are reserved for OBC students across all rounds.
- All predicted cutoffs on this page are expected estimates based on 2024–25 trends and will be updated after official Round 2 allotment data is published.
| Direct Link to BCECE UGEAC 2026 Round 2 Seat Allotment (OUT) |
BCECE UGEAC Round 2 2026 Key Dates
The Round 2 window is short and students must have all documents ready before reporting to the allotted college. The table below lists the critical dates for Round 2.
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Round 2 Provisional Seat Allotment | July 17, 2026 |
| Document Verification at Allotted College | July 20–21, 2026 |
| Mop-up Round (if applicable) | To be announced |
Students allotted a seat in Round 1 who accepted it will be automatically considered for an upgrade in Round 2 if a higher-preference option becomes available. Students who did not receive any Round 1 allotment will also be considered based on their original locked choices and JEE Main AIR.
BCECE UGEAC 2026 Round 2 Expected OBC Cutoff: College and Branch Wise
The table below presents the expected Round 2 OBC closing ranks at leading government engineering colleges in Bihar. These figures are predictions based on 2024–25 data trends and may vary once the official allotment is published on July 17, 2026.
| College | Branch | Expected OBC Closing Rank Round 2 2026 (JEE Main AIR) |
|---|---|---|
| Muzaffarpur Institute of Technology (MIT), Muzaffarpur | Computer Science and Engineering | ~48,000 |
| Muzaffarpur Institute of Technology (MIT), Muzaffarpur | Electronics and Communication Engineering | ~75,000 |
| Muzaffarpur Institute of Technology (MIT), Muzaffarpur | Mechanical Engineering | ~1,15,000 |
| Muzaffarpur Institute of Technology (MIT), Muzaffarpur | Civil Engineering | ~1,40,000 |
| Bhagalpur College of Engineering (BCE), Bhagalpur | Computer Science and Engineering | ~62,000 |
| Bhagalpur College of Engineering (BCE), Bhagalpur | Electronics and Communication Engineering | ~95,000 |
| Bhagalpur College of Engineering (BCE), Bhagalpur | Mechanical Engineering | ~1,50,000 |
| Nalanda College of Engineering (NCE), Chandi | Computer Science and Engineering | ~95,000 |
| Nalanda College of Engineering (NCE), Chandi | Electronics and Communication Engineering | ~1,55,000 |
| Gaya College of Engineering (GCE), Gaya | Computer Science and Engineering | ~1,10,000 |
| Gaya College of Engineering (GCE), Gaya | Electronics and Communication Engineering | ~1,65,000 |
| Gaya College of Engineering (GCE), Gaya | Mechanical Engineering | ~2,00,000 |
| Loknayak Jai Prakash Institute of Technology (LJPIT), Chapra | Computer Science and Engineering | ~1,20,000 |
| Loknayak Jai Prakash Institute of Technology (LJPIT), Chapra | Electronics and Communication Engineering | ~1,75,000 |
| Motihari College of Engineering (MCE), Motihari | Computer Science and Engineering | ~1,25,000 |
| Motihari College of Engineering (MCE), Motihari | Electronics and Communication Engineering | ~1,85,000 |
| Darbhanga College of Engineering (DCE), Darbhanga | Computer Science and Engineering | ~1,40,000 |
| Darbhanga College of Engineering (DCE), Darbhanga | Electronics and Communication Engineering | ~2,00,000 |
| Government Engineering College (GEC), Vaishali | Computer Science and Engineering | ~1,45,000 |
| Government Engineering College (GEC), Vaishali | Electrical Engineering | ~2,15,000 |
| Government Engineering College (GEC), Buxar | Computer Science and Engineering | ~1,55,000 |
| Government Engineering College (GEC), Buxar | Electrical Engineering | ~2,20,000 |
All figures are expected estimates based on 2024–25 BCECE UGEAC trends. Actual OBC closing ranks for Round 2 will be published on the official BCECE Board website after July 17, 2026.
BCECE UGEAC OBC Cutoff 2025: Previous Year Trends
The 2025 Round 2 combined OBC closing ranks serve as the most direct benchmark for predicting 2026 figures. The table below summarises the 2025 closing rank trends for key colleges.
| College | Branch | OBC Closing Rank Round 2 2025 (JEE Main AIR) |
|---|---|---|
| MIT Muzaffarpur | Computer Science and Engineering | ~45,200 |
| MIT Muzaffarpur | Electronics and Communication Engineering | ~72,800 |
| MIT Muzaffarpur | Mechanical Engineering | ~1,09,000 |
| BCE Bhagalpur | Computer Science and Engineering | ~58,500 |
| BCE Bhagalpur | Electronics and Communication Engineering | ~90,000 |
| NCE Chandi | Computer Science and Engineering | ~89,000 |
| GCE Gaya | Computer Science and Engineering | ~1,04,500 |
| LJPIT Chapra | Computer Science and Engineering | ~1,14,000 |
| MCE Motihari | Computer Science and Engineering | ~1,19,000 |
The official 2025 Round 2 combined opening and closing rank data is available for reference at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. Based on a 5–8% year-on-year shift driven by a growing JEE Main applicant pool from Bihar, 2026 OBC cutoffs are expected to be slightly more competitive than 2025.
Factors Affecting BCECE UGEAC 2026 OBC Cutoff
Understanding what drives the OBC cutoff helps students set realistic targets before Round 2 results are declared.
- OBC seat reservation: Bihar mandates 27% of state quota seats for OBC students; the total number of reserved seats directly determines how far the closing rank extends.
- JEE Main performance from Bihar: A higher number of strong JEE Main performers from the state compresses OBC closing ranks, making competition tighter.
- Seats vacated after Round 1: Students who accept a better allotment in Round 2 release their Round 1 seat back into the pool, relaxing cutoffs for those branches by 3,000–8,000 ranks on average.
- Branch preference: CSE consistently carries the tightest OBC closing rank at every college; ECE, Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering close progressively later.
- College tier: Older, more reputed institutes like MIT Muzaffarpur and BCE Bhagalpur attract more choices, resulting in lower (more competitive) closing ranks compared to newer GECs.
- Seat intake changes: Any revision to sanctioned intake approved by AICTE or the BCECE Board for 2026 can shift closing ranks in either direction.
BCECE UGEAC 2026 Round 2 OBC Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected OBC closing rank for CSE at MIT Muzaffarpur in BCECE UGEAC 2026 Round 2?
Ans. Based on 2024–25 trends, the expected OBC closing rank for Computer Science and Engineering at MIT Muzaffarpur in Round 2 is approximately 48,000 JEE Main AIR. This is a prediction; the official figure will be published on July 17, 2026.
Ques. Do students need to fill choices again before BCECE UGEAC Round 2?
Ans. No. Choices filled and locked in Round 1 carry forward automatically to Round 2 and any subsequent rounds. Students are not required to re-enter or re-lock their preferences.
Ques. Is BCECE UGEAC OBC cutoff based on JEE Main rank or a Bihar state exam?
Ans. BCECE UGEAC uses the JEE Main 2026 Paper 1 All India Rank for seat allotment. Bihar does not hold a separate state engineering entrance test. The OBC category cutoff applies within the 27% seats reserved for that category in state quota.
Ques. Why is the OBC Round 2 cutoff more relaxed than Round 1?
Ans. After Round 1, students who upgrade to a better allotment vacate their previously held seats. These freed seats re-enter the pool for Round 2, increasing availability and allowing students with higher JEE Main ranks (weaker scores) to secure admission. The closing rank typically shifts by 3,000–8,000 positions compared to Round 1.
Ques. When will the official BCECE UGEAC 2026 Round 2 OBC cutoff be published?
Ans. The Round 2 provisional allotment result, which contains official opening and closing ranks by category, is expected to be released on July 17, 2026, on the BCECE Board’s official website at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
Ques. What percentage of seats are reserved for OBC students in BCECE UGEAC?
Ans. As per Bihar government reservation policy, 27% of state quota seats in government engineering colleges are reserved for OBC students. This reservation applies across all rounds of BCECE UGEAC counselling including Round 2 and the mop-up round.
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