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JCECB is scheduled to conduct Jharkhand Polytechnic (PCECE) 2023 on April 30, 2023 from 10 AM to 12:30 PM. The exam will be held in offline mode as an OMR-based entrnace test at eight exam cities. Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 syllabus is based on Class 10th covering subjects such as Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics with 50 questions each. Check Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Exam Pattern and Syllabus
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What is Jharkhand PECE? Jharkhand PECE or Polytechnic Entrance Competitive Examination (PECE) is a state-level entrance exam that is organized by the Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) every year. Through this entrance exam, candidates get the opportunities for admission in government & private polytechnic institutions in the Jharkhand State for various Engineering & Non-Engineering diploma programs. Check Jharkhand Polytechnic Participating Institutes
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Highlights
| Jharkhand Polytechnic Full Form | Polytechnic Entrance Competitive Examination (PECE) |
| Conducting Body | Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) |
| Exam Level | State-Level Exam |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Mode of exam | Offline |
| Exam Frequency | Once in a year |
| Exam Duration | 2.5 hours (150 minutes) |
| Number of Questions | 150 |
| Question Type | Objective type |
| Application Fee | Rs. 650/- for general candidates and Rs. 325/- for SC/ ST candidates |
| Total Seats Offered | 10790 |
| Number of Exam Centres | Seven districts |
| Official Website | jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in |
| Jharkhand Polytechnic Helpline | +91-9264473891, 9264473893 |
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Exam Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Registration Start | February 27, 2023 |
| Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Last date to apply | April 10, 2023 |
| Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023Admit card Release | 4 days before exam date |
| Jharkhand Polytechnic (PECE) 2023 Exam Date | April 30, 2023 |
| Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Result Release | May 10, 2023 |
| Starting of Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Counseling process | 3rd week of May 2023 |
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Eligibility
Candidates must check Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 eligibility criteria before applying:
| Particulars | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Candidate should be Indian |
| Age Criteria | There is no upper or lower age limit for the candidates to apply. But, for mining engineering candidate should be between 17 – 20 years old as on 1st July 2023 |
| Domicile | Student must be a local or permanent domicile of the state of Jharkhand |
| Qualifying Exam | Candidate must qualify 10th level or its equivalent from a recognized board |
| Qualifying Marks | Candidates must qualify 10th level by securing at least of 35% marks |
| Appearing candidates | Students who are appearing in 10th board exam or waiting for 10th level result can apply. But must qualify 10th board exam with required minimum marks |
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Application Form
To fill Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Application Form, candidates should follow the following steps.
STEP 1: Registration
- Candidates must visit the official website of JCECEB at www.jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in.
- Then click on the box ‘Click Here for All Online Application Submission- JCECEB 2023’.
- Next click on ‘Polytechnic Entrance Competitive Examination-2023 (P.E.C.E.)’.
- Then go for ‘New registration’.
- Personal information like the Candidate’s Name, Father’s Name, Gender, Date of Birth, Category, Mobile Number, and Email ID must be filled in.
- Then the candidate must click on the ‘Submit’ button.
- Registration ID will generate for the candidate which must be noted.
STEP 2: Application Submission
- Successfully registered candidate must visit the website at www.jceceb.cbtexam.in/Home/ListofExam.aspx
- Then click on ‘Already Registered User.
- Login ID and Password must be entered.
- After clicking the ‘Submit’ button all the relevant personal details, educational qualification details, and communication details should be filled.
- By entering all the correct details click on the ‘Submit’ button.
- All the details should be filled up correctly because there is no scope for correction.
STEP 3: Upload Documents
- A scanned passport size photograph, candidate signature, and left thumb impression of file size above 50 Kb must be uploaded.
- The ‘Proceed’ button must be clicked after uploading documents correctly.
STEP 4: Fee Payment
- An application fee must be filled at the end of the online application submission.
- Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Application fee for General, OBC, Scheduled Caste (SC) /Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates as well as female candidates is different.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General and Other Backward Class (OBC) | INR 650 |
| Schedule Caste (SC), Schedule Tribe (ST), and Female candidates | INR 325 |
- The application fee must be paid through any payment method like a credit card, debit card, Net-banking, e-Challan, etc.
Candidates need to fill up the following details in the application form:
- Name of candidate
- Parent’s Name
- Type of Resident
- Person with Disability
- Type of Relevant
- Annual Family Income
- Muslim Minority (Yes/No)
- Nationality
- Aadhar Number
- Exam City Preference
- Academic Details
- Communication Details
Note:
- Candidates must take a printout of the duly filled Application form for future references.
- They must retain the mobile number and E-mail ID till the completion of the examination process
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Exam Pattern
PECE 2023 is conducted as an offline exam for a duration of 150 minutes. The table below mentions Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Exam Pattern:
| Mode of Examination | Offline |
| Medium of Test | English and Hindi |
| Number of Questions | 150 |
| Type of Questions | MCQs |
| Maximum Marks | 150 |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer |
| Duration of Exam | 150 minutes (2 hours and 30 minutes) |
| Sections in Paper | There are three sections such as Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics |
Marks division of each section is mentioned below:
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 50 | 50 |
| Chemistry | 50 | 50 |
| Mathematics | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 150 questions | 150 Marks |
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Syllabus
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Syllabus includes three sections such as Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The syllabus is based on Class 10th topics. Candidates should go through the syllabus before appearing for the exam.
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Syllabus for Physics
- Measurement
- Kinetics
- Laws of Motion
- Work, Power, and Energy
- Kinetic Theory of Gases
- Heat and Thermal Expansion
- Thermodynamics
- Rotatory Motion of a Rigid Body
- Gravitation
- Simple Harmonic Motion
- Hydrostatics
- Reflection of Light
- Refraction of Light
- Optical Instruments
- Electrostatics
- Current Electricity
- Transmission of Heat
- Wave Motion
- Electromagnetism
- Electromagnetic Induction
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Syllabus for Chemistry
- Elements
- Mixtures and Compounds
- Molecular and Equivalent Masses
- Group Elements
- Important Chemical Compounds
- Electrochemistry
- Acids, Bases, Salt and Hydrolysis
- Catalysis
- Different Chemical Reactions
- Periodic Classification of Elements
- Laws of Chemical Combination and Gas Laws
- Atomic Structure
- Valency
- Concept of Atomic
- Hydrocarbons
- Polymers
- Detergents, Drugs and Explosives.
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Syllabus for Mathematics
- Number System
- Time and Distance
- Rational Expressions
- Logarithms
- Linear Equations
- Quadratic Equations
- Factorization
- HCF and LCM
- Sets
- Time and Work
- Simple Interest and Compound Interest
- Banking
- Taxation
- Relations and Functions
- Trigonometric Ratios and Identities
- Trigonometrical Formula
- Statistics
- Geometry
- Heights and Distances
- Area, Volume, and Surface Area
- Rectangular Coordinates
- The Straight Line
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Preparation Tips
Having a good study plan for Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 candidates can definitely boost their chances to perform well in the examination. Below are some preparation tips that will aid the candidates during their preparatory phase.
Design a proper timetable: Candidates should design a proper timetable to ensure they spent their time effectively in each section. Also, their daily routine should be redefined so that they have enough time to study. The timetable should be designed in a way that covers all the sections.
Solving Practice Paper: Solving Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 practice papers helps the candidate to skill up their time management. Candidates get accustomed to the question paper, type of questions, and their speed in solving the paper. At times, questions are repeated, so every previous year's question paper opens the door for candidates to be well aware of the paper.
Revision is the key: Often candidates complete one unit or topic and leave it to read before the exam. This is a wrong approach, revision is necessary to hold a certain topic in mind for a long. Do revise daily and then hop on to the next topic, also keep one or two months duration before the examination to revise each and every subject.
Some important books for Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 are mentioned below:
| Name of books | Author’s name |
|---|---|
| Jharkhand Polytechnic Guide Hindi 2023 | Arihant |
| Jharkhand Polytechnic Entrance Examination | Dr. Lal and Jain |
| Jharkhand Polytechnic Pravesh Pariksha | - |
| Jharkhand Polytechnic 12 Practice Sets | GKP |
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Exam Center
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 will be conducted in the districts mentioned below:
- Ranchi
- Hazaribagh
- Jamshedpur
- Dhanbad
- Dumka
- Chaibasa and
- Bokaro
Before selecting the exam centre candidates must keep the points mentioned below in mind:
- Candidates are allowed to select two preferred locations of examination centre of their own.
- Exam centre will allot depending on the complete conducting authority.
- Candidates cannot request to change in the exam centre after allotment.
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Admit Card
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Admit Card can be downloaded from the official website of JCECEB four days before the exam date. No hard copy of admit card will be sent to the candidate by courier or post. The steps to download admit card are mentioned below:
- Candidates must visit the official website of JCECEB - http://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in/Default.aspx
- Then click on the ‘Admit Card’ tab at the top row of the webpage
- Registration ID should be entered.
- The ‘Submit’ button should be clicked.
- After that admit card will appear on the screen. From there it can be downloaded.
The following information will be mentioned in Jharkhand Polytechnic Admit Card:
- Candidate’s name
- Candidate’s Photograph and signature
- Date of Birth
- Gender
- Name of Examination
- Date of Examination
- Address of Examination Centre
- Time of examination
- Category
- Registration ID
Candidates must keep the points mentioned below in mind:
- Candidates must check the admit card carefully and any discrepancies must be conducting body must be reported immediately.
- Candidates will not be permitted to enter into examination center without admit card.
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Answer Key
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Answer Key will be released by the examination authorities on the official website. Candidates can download Answer Key for all the sets by following the steps mentioned below or check here Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Answer Key.
- Candidate must visit the official website of JCECE.
- Then click on that link for downloading the answer key.
- Then download the answer sheet in PDF format.
- In case of any objection, answer keys can be sent through email ID -jceceboard@gmail.com
- Candidates can also submit objection(s) in the given address till the last date:
Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board,
Science & Technology Campus, Sirkha Toli,
Namkum-Tupudana Road, Namkum, Ranchi – 834010
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Result
- Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Results are expected to be out by May 10, 2023 in online mode.
- Candidates can check their results from the official website by entering their Roll Numbers.
- A merit list of the candidates will be released soon in order of ranking. A category-wise merit list will be given.
- Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Counselling is expected to commence soon in the Fourth week of October.
Steps to check Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Result are mentioned below:
- Candidate must visit the official JCECEB website - http://jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in/Default.aspx
- Then click on ‘Result’ tab of the webpage
- Then select ‘Polytechnic Entrance Competitive Examination – 2020’
- Roll/Application Number must be entered
- Then the ‘Search’ button must be clicked
- From there scorecard will be downloaded.
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Cut off
Candidates can make an idea about cut off from previous year information:
| Candidates Marks | Cut Off |
|---|---|
| Above 80 | Below 100 |
| 70 – 80 | 100 – 200 |
| 60 – 70 | 200 – 350 |
| 50 – 60 | 350 – 700 |
| 40 – 50 | 700 – 1300 |
| Less than 40 | More than 1300 |
Cut off marks are provided on basis of CML (Combined Merit List) rank by the authority. Previous year cut off is mentioned below:
| Category and Round | CML Rank Range | |
|---|---|---|
| From | To | |
| All Categories candidates for second round counselling | 1 | 500 |
| 501 | 750 | |
| 751 | 2400 | |
| 2401 | 4099 | |
| All Categories candidates for second round counselling | 1 | 2000 |
| 2001 | 4000 | |
| 4001 | 8000 | |
| 8001 | 12000 | |
| 12001 | 20000 | |
| 20001 | 28000 | |
| 28001 | 38000 | |
| 38001 | 51732 | |
The selection rules for the candidates in case of a tie between two candidates having the same number:
- Based on marks obtained in Mathematics
- Based on marks obtained in Physics
- Based on the date of birth of candidate
- Based on the name of candidate (alphabetic order)
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Counselling
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Counselling will start from the 3rd week of May 2023. Refer to the following points for more information.
- Counseling will be conducted at the specified centers and at the specified time.
- Usually, three rounds of Counselling are conducted, but the final decision on the number of Counselling rounds depends on the number of seats that remain vacant after each Counselling round
- The candidate receiving Counselling notification will have to submit a Challan through Post Office
- Challan amount for candidates belonging to the General and OBC category is INR 400, while female and SC/ST candidates will have to pay INR 250.
- Seats will be given to the candidates after successful document verification based on their choice.
- Address of JCECEB for Counselling is:
Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board
Science & Technology Campus, Sirkha Toli,
Namkum-Tupudana Road Namkum,
Ranchi (Jharkhand) – 834010
Documents required for Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Counselling are:
- Admit card, mark sheet and passing certificate of Secondary/10th or equivalent examination
- Certificate of Residence issued by Subdivision Officer
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Income Certificate issued by Subdivision Officer
- Physical Handicap Certificate, along with a full-body photograph, issued by Civil Surgeon of District Hospital (if applicable)
- 1 passport size photograph
- Admit card of Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023
- Call Letter for Counselling (if issued by JCECEB)
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Courses Offered
Jharkhand Polytechnic offers admission to a number of diploma courses offered at various polytechnic institutions in Jharkhand. Some of the courses offered through Jharkhand Polytechnic are:
- Electrical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Metallurgical
- Automobile Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering AutoMobile
- Architecture Assistantship
- Medical Lab Technology
- Electronics Communication Engineering
- Electronics Electrical Engineering
- Hotel Management & Catering Technology
- Food Technology
- Travel & Tourism
- Pharmacy
- Computer Engineering & Application
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Lateral Entry
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Lateral Entry is an opportunity for eligible candidates to take admission in the third semester of the Diploma courses offered in Polytechnic by the Government and Private technical Institutes in Jharkhand by appearing in the entrance test.
- Candidates who have successfully qualified in the exam will be able to register themselves for the first round of counseling and seat allotment.
- Candidates can register themselves on the official website of JCECEB and download their provisional allotment letter.
Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 FAQs
Ques. When the counseling process will start for Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023?
Ans. The registration counseling of Jharkhand Polytechnic will start in the 3rd week of May 2023.
Ques. Is there any correction options available after submitting Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 application form?
Ans. No, there is no correction options available after submitting Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 application form. So, candidates need to fill up the application form carefully.
Ques. Is there any scope for Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 application fees relaxation for female candidates?
Ans. No, there is no scope for application fees relaxation for female candidates. SC/ST candidates must pay the amount of Rs. 325/- and General/ OBC (I/II) must pay Rs. 650/- as an application fee while filling their PECE 2023 Application Form.
Ques. Are the candidates from other states able to apply for Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023?
Ans. No, candidates of local/ permanent residents of Jharkhand only can apply for Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023. Other state candidates are not eligible for the same.
Ques. Can candidates change the allotted diploma branch after admission through Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023?
Ans. If any candidate wants to change the branch allotted to them through Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023, they must appear for the second round of counseling. No change in the diploma branch will be done after the admission.
Ques. Can candidates get a refund of application fees in case of cancellation of Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 application form?
Ans. No, candidates cannot get a refund of application fees in case of cancellation of Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 application form.
Ques. What should be done in case of any discrepancies in Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 admit card?
Ans. For any discrepancy in Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 admit card, one should contact the board’s office immediately.
Ques. What are the fees for Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 counseling?
Ans. Fees for Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 counseling is not declared yet. From the previous year's information, INR 400 should be deposited for General and OBC category candidates and INR 250 should be deposited for females and SC/ ST candidates.
Ques. Will Jharkhand Polytechnic exam be conducted online for sessions 2023-24?
Ans. No, Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 will be conducted as an offline exam and answers will be only marked on an OMR sheet with blue/ black ballpoint pen.
Ques. What are the languages for Jharkhand Polytechnic Exam?
Ans. Jharkhand Polytechnic Exam will be conducted in two languages Hindi and English.
Ques. Will Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 be conducted only for Engineering courses?
Ans. No, Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 is conducted for Engineering as well as Non-Engineering courses as listed below:
| Electrical Engineering | Architecture Assistantship |
| Civil Engineering | Medical Lab Technology |
| Mechanical Engineering | Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| Computer Science & Engineering | Hotel Management & Catering Technology |
| Electronics & Electrical | Metallurgical |
| Automobile Engineering | Food Technology |
| Mining Engineering | Travel & Tourism |
| Computer Technology | Pharmacy |
| Computer Engineering & Application | Mechanical Engineering Auto Mobile |
Ques. What is the application mode for Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023?
Ans. Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 Application Form is available both online and offline. For online, applications will be available at the JCECEB portal. For hardcopy of the forms, candidates can get them from the Main/ Sub/ Grand post offices of Jharkhand.
Ques. In case I face any issues during the online/ offline application form filling, whom should I contact?
Ans. In case of any technical issue or application form-related problem, candidates can contact the helpline numbers – 9264473893, 264473891.
Ques. What is the minimum qualification required to appear for Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023?
Ans. Aspirants must have passed class 10th (SSC) with at least 35% marks in aggregate.
Ques. Are there any age limit criteria for the aspirants?
Ans. As per the official notification, there is no age limit for Jharkhand Polytechnic. But, for the Mining Engineering course, candidates must have attained at least 17 years of age before July 1, 2023.
Ques. Is there any penalty for wrong answers on the test?
Ans. Yes, for every correct answer candidates will be awarded 1 mark but for every wrong answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted.
Ques. I have passed SSC from Rajasthan, am I eligible to apply for Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023?
Ans. No. The exam conducting body has laid down certain residential criteria for Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 aspirants which are listed below (any one of the following):
- They should be a permanent resident of Jharkhand
- Ward of an employee of Central Government working in Jharkhand
- Ward of an employee of State Governments working in Jharkhand or organization recognized by State Government
Ques. What are the documents required to fill Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 application form while being online?
Ans. Candidates will require a scanned copy of the following documents to fill the form:
- Thumb impression
- Signature
- Photograph
Ques. How can Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 application fees be paid?
Ans. Application fees can be paid either online through Net Banking/ Credit Card/ Debit card or offline through e-challan.
Ques. Where should I submit the offline Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 application form?
Ans. Candidates must submit the offline Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 application forms along with the documents and application fee at the address mentioned below:
Examination Controller
Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board
Science & Technology Campus, Namkum-Tupudana Road
Sirkha Toli, Namkun, Ranchi, Jharkhand 834023
Ques. What are Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 exam centers?
Ans. Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 will be conducted at various exam centers in the following cities:
- Ranchi
- Hazaribagh
- Jamshedpur
- Dhanbad
- Dumka
- Chaibasa
- Bokaro
Ques. After submission of Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 application form, am I eligible to change the examination center preference?
Ans. No, in any situation candidates cannot apply for a change of Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 exam center after the submission of the application form.
Ques. What are the documents I will require during Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 counseling?
Ans. Candidates will require the following original as well as a photocopy of the documents during Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 counseling:
- Admit Card of PECE
- SSC Admit Card
- SSC Mark sheet and passing certificate
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Income certificate issued by Subdivision Officer (if applicable)
- PWD certificate (if applicable)
- Passport size photograph
Ques. I have misprinting issues in my Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 admit card. Whom should I contact?
Ans. Candidates in case of any misprinting issues on admit cards must immediately contact the helpline numbers. The corrections must be made before the exam. Candidates are themselves not allowed to make any changes to admit card.
Ques. I want to apply for more than one course. Do I need to fill separate Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 application form?
Ans. Yes, candidates can fill only one course in a single form. To appear for other courses, they must fill different form.
Ques. I was not able to appear for Jharkhand Polytechnic exam. Is the application fee refundable?
Ans. No, Jharkhand Polytechnic 2023 application fee is not refundable in any situation.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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