Bihar PGEAC 2026 Counselling Registration Begins at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in; Check Steps to Apply

The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has opened Post Graduate Engineering Admission Counselling (PGEAC) 2026 registration. Candidates can apply through the official portal at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. The counselling covers M.Tech admissions in government engineering colleges of Bihar. The online application form is hosted on the NIC admissions gateway.

BCECEB released the official advertisement on July 7, 2026. The board issued two separate notices for aspirants. One notice explains the general schedule and counselling process, while the other lists the online application filing rules. Both notices are available on the board’s official website.

Key Details of Bihar PGEAC 2026

Who Is Eligible to Apply?

Only GATE-qualified candidates can register for Bihar PGEAC 2026. Applicants must hold a valid GATE scorecard in the chosen discipline.

The GATE scorecard must match the engineering specialisation for which the candidate is applying. Aspirants should read the official PGEAC 2026 prospectus carefully for complete eligibility conditions.

How to Register for Bihar PGEAC 2026?

The application process is conducted fully online through the BCECEB portal. Candidates can follow the steps below to complete the registration:

• Visit the official website at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
• Click on the PGEAC 2026 registration link available on the homepage.
• Fill in the required personal, academic and valid GATE score details.
• Upload the required documents, photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
• Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.
• Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Also Check: Bihar ITICAT 2026 Choice Filling Deadline Extended by BCECEB; Check Revised Schedule

Documents Required for Registration

Applicants should keep scanned copies of the following documents ready before starting the online application form:

• Valid GATE scorecard accepted under the PGEAC 2026 prospectus.
• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and pass certificates.
• Bachelor’s degree mark sheets and provisional or final degree certificate.
• Recent passport-size photograph and signature in the specified format.
• Category certificate for reserved-category candidates, issued by a competent authority.
• Domicile certificate for candidates claiming Bihar residency.
• Valid identity proof, such as an Aadhaar card or PAN card.

What Happens After Registration?

Registration is only the first stage of the Bihar PGEAC counselling process. BCECEB follows a standard multi-stage admission procedure. Candidates should regularly track every stage through the official portal.

• A merit list is prepared based on the GATE scores of registered candidates.
• Eligible candidates receive a choice-filling window to select preferred branches and institutes.
• The seat allotment result is announced based on merit rank, category and choices filled.
• Selected candidates must report for document verification at the allotted institute.
• Mop-up counselling rounds may be conducted if seats remain vacant after the regular rounds.

Also Check: Bihar ITICAT 2026 Seat Matrix Out at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in

Action Plan for Candidates

1. Read the official PGEAC 2026 prospectus and note the fee amount.
2. Verify your GATE scorecard details match your degree specialisation.
3. Prepare scanned copies of all documents in the required format.
4. Complete online registration well before the notified deadline.
5. Track the portal daily for merit list and choice filling updates.

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