Bihar DCECE Paramedical Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age Limit, Qualifications for PM & PMM

Age Details

• PMM: 15-30 years (as on 31 December 2026).
• PM: 17-32/35 years (course-specific, e.g., 17-35 for GNM/ANM).
• PE: No explicit age limit mentioned.
• Overall minimum age among posts: 15 years. Overall maximum age among posts: 35 years.

Eligibility Details

Polytechnic Engineering (PE)

• Educational Qualification: Passed or appearing in Class 10th with Mathematics and Science.
• Domicile/age: No specific age limit; AICTE norms apply.

Para Medical (Secondary Level) - PMM

• Educational Qualification: Passed or appearing in Class 10th with Mathematics and Science.
• Age: 15-30 years (as on 31 December 2026).
• Domicile/medical fitness: Required; generally aligned with Health Department norms.

Para Medical (Intermediate Level) - PM

• Educational Qualification: Passed or appearing in Class 12th (Science preferred).
• Marks: 40% overall (relaxation for reserved categories in some programs).
• Age: 17-32/35 years (course-specific, e.g., 17-35 for GNM/ANM).
• Domicile/other norms: Follow Health Department and INC guidelines.

Important Dates

• Application window: 19 March 2026 to 21 April 2026.
• Exam: Expected in May 2026.
• Updated information can be found on the official BCECEB portal.

Application Fees

Application fee details are not provided in the available post. Please refer to the official notification for exact fee structure and category-wise concessions.

Other Instructions

• The Bihar DCECE examination (PM, PMM, PE) is conducted by BCECEB for admission to diploma-level programs across Bihar.
• Always verify the exact course-specific eligibility in the official notification, as some programs may have additional fitness or subject-specific criteria.
• Domicile: Preference is given to Bihar residents under standard residency requirements; check the official notification for domicile-related details.
• For nursing-related programs (GNM/ANM), ensure alignment with INC and Health Department norms.