ITICAT 2026 Round 1 Counselling Registration is open until July 1, 2026 — students who qualified must register, fill choices and lock preferences at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in before the deadline to be eligible for seat allotment.
The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) opened the online counselling portal for ITICAT 2026 on June 22, 2026. Qualified students must log in with their credentials, complete the counselling registration form, select their preferred ITI colleges and trades, pay the counselling fee, and lock their choices before July 1, 2026. The Round 1 seat allotment result will be released on July 8, 2026, and students who receive a seat must report for document verification and admission from July 11 to July 13, 2026.
- ITICAT 2026 Round 1 counselling registration window: June 22 to July 1, 2026
- Round 1 seat allotment result: July 8, 2026
- Document verification and admission (Round 1): July 11 to July 13, 2026
- All steps — registration, choice filling, fee payment and locking — are completed online at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in
ITICAT 2026 Round 1 Counselling Schedule
BCECEB has released the complete Round 1 counselling timeline for ITICAT 2026. Students must note all key dates to avoid missing any step in the process.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Counselling Registration Begins | June 22, 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration and Choice Locking | July 1, 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | July 8, 2026 |
| Document Verification and Admission (Round 1) | July 11 to July 13, 2026 |
How to Register for ITICAT 2026 Round 1 Counselling
The entire registration process is online through the BCECEB portal. Follow the steps below to complete your ITICAT 2026 Round 1 counselling registration before July 1, 2026.
- Visit the official portal — go to bceceboard.bihar.gov.in and click on the ITICAT 2026 counselling registration link on the notice board.
- Log in with your credentials — enter your ITICAT 2026 registration number and date of birth or password to access your counselling dashboard.
- Fill the counselling registration form — enter your personal details, contact information and category details as required on the form.
- Upload required documents — scan and upload your rank card, Class 10 certificate, caste certificate, Aadhaar card and other mandatory documents in the prescribed format and file size.
- Pay the counselling fee — complete the online fee payment using net banking, UPI or debit or credit card. Save the payment receipt.
- Proceed to choice filling — select your preferred ITI colleges and trade combinations in priority order (see the section below for detailed steps).
- Lock your choices — review all preferences and click the Lock button. Locked choices cannot be modified after the deadline.
- Save the confirmation — download or take a printout of the submitted counselling form and payment receipt for future reference.
Students must complete all steps and lock choices before July 1, 2026. No requests for extension will be entertained after the deadline.
Documents Required for ITICAT 2026 Counselling
Keep the following documents ready in soft copy before beginning the online registration. Originals must be produced at the allocated ITI during document verification if you receive a seat in Round 1 allotment.
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| ITICAT 2026 Admit Card | Identity and exam verification |
| ITICAT 2026 Rank Card | Proof of qualification and rank |
| Class 10 Marksheet and Certificate | Educational eligibility proof |
| Domicile or Residence Certificate (Bihar) | State residency verification |
| Caste Certificate (SC, ST or OBC) | Category-based reservation benefit |
| Income Certificate (EWS or applicable categories) | Income-based reservation |
| Character Certificate | Conduct record from school or competent authority |
| Aadhaar Card or valid Government-issued ID | Identity proof |
| Medical Fitness Certificate | Physical fitness for the chosen trade |
| Passport-size Photographs (4 to 5 copies) | Form submission and admission use |
How to Fill and Lock ITICAT 2026 Choices
Choice filling determines which ITI college and trade you are allotted in Round 1. Your seat allotment is based entirely on your ITICAT 2026 rank and the priority order of your choices. Fill choices carefully — changes are not allowed after locking.
- Check the seat matrix — BCECEB released the ITICAT 2026 seat matrix on June 21, 2026. Review the total seats available trade-wise and college-wise before filling choices.
- Search for colleges and trades — use the district or trade filter on the portal to browse available ITI colleges and their trades.
- Add choices in priority order — add your most preferred ITI college and trade combination at the top of the list. Rank every combination from most to least preferred.
- Add as many choices as possible — a larger choice list increases your chances of receiving a seat in Round 1. Do not limit your list to two or three options.
- Review before locking — go through the complete list one final time to confirm the order is correct.
- Lock and submit — click the Lock Choices button and submit before July 1, 2026. Save or print the confirmation page.
ITICAT 2026 Round 1 Counselling FAQs
Ques. What is the last date for ITICAT 2026 Round 1 counselling registration?
Ans. The last date for ITICAT 2026 Round 1 counselling registration and choice locking is July 1, 2026. Students must complete all steps including fee payment and locking choices at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in before this deadline.
Ques. When will the ITICAT 2026 Round 1 seat allotment result be released?
Ans. The ITICAT 2026 Round 1 seat allotment result will be released on July 8, 2026. Students who receive a seat must appear for document verification and admission at the allotted ITI from July 11 to July 13, 2026.
Ques. Where can I register for ITICAT 2026 Round 1 counselling?
Ans. ITICAT 2026 Round 1 counselling registration is done online at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. Log in using your ITICAT 2026 registration number and date of birth to access the counselling portal.
Ques. What documents are required for ITICAT 2026 document verification?
Ans. Students must carry originals and self-attested copies of the ITICAT 2026 rank card, Class 10 marksheet and certificate, Aadhaar card, domicile certificate, caste certificate if applicable, medical fitness certificate, character certificate and passport-size photographs for document verification.
Ques. Can I change my choices after locking them in ITICAT 2026 counselling?
Ans. No. Once you lock your choices on the BCECEB portal, no changes are allowed. Review all ITI college and trade preferences carefully before clicking the Lock button to avoid errors.
Ques. Will there be additional counselling rounds for ITICAT 2026 after Round 1?
Ans. BCECEB typically conducts multiple rounds of counselling for ITICAT to fill any seats that remain vacant after Round 1. Details of subsequent rounds will be published on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in after the Round 1 admission process is complete.
Comments