Jharkhand BTech Merit List 2026 Released; Round 1 Choice Filling Begins at JCECEB Portal

The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has released the state merit list. The BTech State Merit List 2026 was published on July 5, 2026. It is available on the official website at enggcet.jceceb.org.in. The list has been created based on the JEE Main 2026 results. Round 1 online choice filling starts today, July 6, 2026. The window for filling choices will close on July 9, 2026. Candidates can also make changes to their locked choices on July 10, 2026. The Round 1 seat allotment result is expected on July 12, 2026. Allotment letters can be downloaded from July 12 to July 17. Document verification and admission processes will take place from July 13 to July 17. 

Jharkhand BTech Counselling 2026 Round 1 Important Dates

Who is included in the Jharkhand BTech Merit List 2026?

The merit list includes candidates who have registered with JCECEB for counselling. All applicants must have cleared the JEE Main 2026 Paper 1 conducted by NTA. Ranks are determined based on the JEE Main 2026 percentile scores. Only registered candidates can access the counselling portal to fill their choices. Candidates who missed the registration process cannot appear in this Round 1 list. They might still get a chance in later rounds of JCECEB this year. Updates on eligibility will be posted on jceceb.jharkhand.gov.in.

How to fill choices for Round 1?

1. Registered candidates should log in to enggcet.jceceb.org.in using their login details.
2. They should click on the Choice Filling option under Round 1.
3. The system will display all participating colleges and BTech branches. 
4. Candidates should add colleges and branches in the order of their preference.
5. They must save and lock their choices before the July 9 deadline. 
6. Editing is allowed only on July 10, 2026. 
7. Choices that are not locked will be treated as final by the portal.

What are the mandatory steps before locking choices?

1. Candidates must pay the online counselling fee to proceed further.
2. Payment can be made through net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI. 
3. The JEE Main 2026 scorecard needs to be uploaded on the portal. 
4. The signed confirmation page also needs to be uploaded.
5. Candidates from the PH category are exempt from paying the counselling fee.
6. The board has not revealed the exact fee amount publicly.
7. Candidates should check the fee displayed on the payment screen before confirming the payment.

How many rounds will JCECEB conduct this year?

JCECEB has confirmed four rounds of BTech online counselling for 2026. Round 1 starts with the release of the merit list on July 5.Rounds 2, 3, and 4 will follow, with new choice filling windows. Each round offers new opportunities for eligible candidates.

Action plan for candidates

1. Log in to enggcet.jceceb.org.in using your registration credentials.
2. Check your rank in the Jharkhand BTech State Merit List 2026.
3. Upload your JEE Main 2026 scorecard and signed confirmation page.
4. Pay the online counselling fee through UPI, net banking, or card.
5. Fill your college and branch choices in the order of your preference.
6. Lock your choices before the July 9, 2026 deadline.
7. Make any necessary changes to your choices on July 10, 2026.
8. Download the seat allotment letter between July 12 and July 17.
9. Report for document verification and admission between July 13 and July 17.