Bihar PGEAC 2026 Round 3 Counselling: Fresh Notice Released
The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has issued a fresh notification regarding the third round of Post Graduate Engineering Admission Counselling (PGEAC) 2026.
The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has issued a fresh notification regarding the third round of Post Graduate Engineering Admission Counselling (PGEAC) 2026. The notice was published on August 30, 2026, and is available on the official BCECEB website. The board has released two advertisements for the third round of PGEAC 2026 counselling: ADV_PGEAC26_08 and ADV_PGEAC26_09. The counselling is being conducted for admission to MTech courses in government engineering colleges in Bihar.
Who Is Eligible for Bihar PGEAC 2026 Round 3?
The following candidates can participate in the third round:
- Candidates with a valid GATE 2026 score.
- Eligible candidates who did not participate in the previous counselling rounds.
- Candidates who participated in earlier rounds but could not secure admission.
- Candidates meeting the prescribed eligibility criteria for MTech admissions in Bihar government engineering colleges.
Bihar PGEAC 2026 Round 3 Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) |
| Counselling | PGEAC 2026 Third Round |
| Programme | Master of Technology (MTech) |
| Eligibility | Valid GATE 2026 score |
| Notice Date | August 30, 2026 |
| Advertisement Numbers | ADV_PGEAC26_08 and ADV_PGEAC26_09 |
| Mode | Online |
| Official Portal | bceceboard.bihar.gov.in |
How to Register for Bihar PGEAC 2026 Round 3?
Candidates can complete the registration process online by following these steps:
- Visit the official BCECEB website at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
- Click on the link for Bihar PGEAC 2026 Round 3 registration.
- Complete the application form with personal and academic details.
- Enter the required GATE 2026 qualification details.
- Upload the required documents and recent passport-size photograph.
- Pay the prescribed counselling fee through the available online payment modes.
- Submit and save the completed application form for future reference.
Documents Required for Counselling
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- GATE 2026 Scorecard and Admit Card
- Class 10 and Class 12 Mark Sheets
- Graduation Degree and Mark Sheets
- Category Certificate, if applicable
- Bihar Domicile Certificate
- Recent Passport-size Photograph and Signature
- Valid Photo Identity Proof
How Will Seats Be Allotted in Round 3?
Seats will be allotted based on factors including the candidate's choices, GATE score, and category rank. The third-round allotment result will be published on the official website. Candidates who receive an allotment must report to their respective allotted college within the prescribed deadline and complete the admission formalities. Failure to report to the allotted institute within the stipulated time may result in the candidate being debarred from taking admission.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit the official BCECEB website at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
- Read the instructions and details provided in ADV_PGEAC26_08 and ADV_PGEAC26_09.
- Keep all the required documents ready.
- Arrange the counselling fee for online payment.
- Complete the registration, choice filling, and choice locking within the prescribed deadline.
- Check the Round 3 allotment result and report to the allotted institute within the specified time, if a seat is allotted.