Jharkhand PECE 2026 Exam Schedule Revised - Last Date to Apply Extended to June 22, Exam on July 12
The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has revised the exam schedule for the Jharkhand Polytechnic Entrance Competitive Examination (PECE) 2026. The last date to submit the application form has been pushed to June 22, 2026, and the exam has been rescheduled to July 12, 2026. Candidates can apply and download their admit cards from the official website at jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in.
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Jharkhand PECE 2026 Revised Exam Schedule at a Glance
JCECEB has officially updated key dates for the Jharkhand PECE 2026 cycle. Here is a quick overview of the revised schedule so candidates can plan their preparation and application without missing any deadline.
| Event | Revised Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to submit application form | June 22, 2026 |
| Application form correction window | June 23-24, 2026 |
| Admit card release | 4 days before exam |
| Exam date | July 12, 2026 |
What Changed in the Revised Schedule?
JCECEB has made two key changes to the Jharkhand PECE 2026 schedule that all applicants must be aware of before proceeding with registration.
- The application deadline has been extended from June 17 to June 22, 2026, giving candidates additional time to complete their registration.
- The exam date has been shifted from July 5 to July 12, 2026.
- A new correction window (June 23-24) has also been introduced, allowing registered candidates to fix errors in their submitted application forms.
Jharkhand PECE 2026 Exam Pattern
Understanding the exam pattern is essential for effective preparation. The Jharkhand PECE 2026 is an offline, OMR-based test consisting of objective-type questions drawn from three core subjects taught at the Class 10 level.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of exam | Offline (OMR sheet) |
| Total questions | 150 |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics |
| Marks per subject | 50 |
| Total marks | 150 |
| Duration | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Syllabus level | Class 10 (Madhyamik) |
| Question type | Multiple-choice questions (MCQ) |
Marking Scheme
The marking scheme for Jharkhand PECE 2026 is straightforward but includes negative marking, so candidates should attempt questions carefully.
- Correct answer: +1 mark
- Wrong answer: −0.25 marks
- Unattempted question: 0 marks
- Multiple options marked: Treated as a wrong answer (−0.25 marks)
Jharkhand PECE 2026 Exam Centres
The Jharkhand PECE 2026 exam will be held at multiple district headquarters across the state. Candidates will be allotted an exam centre based on their preference and availability at the time of application.
The exam will be conducted at centres in the following districts:
- Ranchi
- Dhanbad
- Jamshedpur
- Bokaro
- Dumka
- Palamu
- Hazaribagh
- Chaibasa
How to Apply for Jharkhand PECE 2026
The application process for Jharkhand PECE 2026 is entirely online. Candidates must visit the official JCECEB portal and complete their registration before the June 22 deadline.
- Go to the official website: jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in
- Click on the Jharkhand PECE 2026 application link
- Register with your basic details and create login credentials
- Fill in the application form with personal, academic, and contact information
- Upload the required documents as specified in the notification
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes
- Submit the form and save a copy of the confirmation for future reference
