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Bhagalpur College of Engineering (BCE), Bhagalpur is a government engineering college in Sabour, Bhagalpur, Bihar. The college was established in 1960 by the Government of Bihar and is affiliated with Aryabhatta Knowledge University (AKU), Patna. It is approved by AICTE, New Delhi.
BCE Bhagalpur does not currently appear in the NIRF Engineering ranked list.
The campus spreads over 167 acres on the bank of the river Ganga, adjacent to NH80 in Sabour, Bhagalpur. The college is one of the oldest government engineering colleges in Bihar and offers engineering education at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- B.Tech — 6 branches, total 390 seats: Computer Science and Engineering (120), Civil Engineering (60), Electrical Engineering (60), Electronics and Communication Engineering (60), Mechanical Engineering (60), and Mathematics and Computing (30)
- M.Tech — Microelectronics and VLSI Technology
The total B.Tech fee is INR 4,13,000 for the four-year programme. The M.Tech total fee is approximately INR 44,250 for the two-year programme. B.Tech admission is through JEE Main via Bihar UGEAC counselling conducted by BCECEB.
As per 2023 placement data, 181 students were placed through campus drives, with a highest package of INR 13 LPA.
BCE Bhagalpur Admission Dates 2026
B.Tech admissions for the 2026-27 batch were governed by JEE Main 2026. Bihar state seats (85%) were allotted through Bihar UGEAC 2026 (Bihar Under Graduate Engineering Admission Counselling) conducted by BCECEB. The AIQ seats (15%) were handled through JOSAA/CSAB counselling. All rounds concluded by August 2026. The table below shows the 2026-27 cycle and tentative 2027-28 dates.
| Event | 2026-27 (Concluded) |
|---|---|
| Bihar UGEAC 2026 Rank Card and Seat Matrix | 23 June 2026 |
| Round 1 Choice Filling | 26 June to 01 July 2026 |
| Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | 04 July 2026 |
| Subsequent Rounds (Bihar UGEAC) | July to August 2026 |
| JOSAA/CSAB AIQ Allotment | June to August 2026 |
| Classes Begin (Estimated) | August to September 2026 |
Students targeting the 2027-28 B.Tech batch at BCE Bhagalpur should qualify JEE Main 2027 and register on the Bihar UGEAC 2027 portal once announced. JOSAA 2027 handles the AIQ quota seats.
| Event | 2027-28 (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2027 (Session 1) | January to February 2027 (tentative) |
| JEE Main 2027 (Session 2) | March to April 2027 (tentative) |
| Bihar UGEAC 2027 Registration | June 2027 (tentative) |
| Bihar UGEAC 2027 Round 1 Allotment | July 2027 (tentative) |
BCE Bhagalpur Courses and Fees
BCE Bhagalpur offers undergraduate B.Tech across six branches and postgraduate M.Tech in Microelectronics and VLSI Technology. All fees are the official government-approved amounts.
| Course | Duration | Seats | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE) | 4 years | 120 | JEE Main + 10+2 PCM, 45% marks | INR 4,13,000 |
| B.Tech (Civil Engineering) | 4 years | 60 | JEE Main + 10+2 PCM, 45% marks | INR 4,13,000 |
| B.Tech (Electrical Engineering) | 4 years | 60 | JEE Main + 10+2 PCM, 45% marks | INR 4,13,000 |
| B.Tech (Electronics and Communication Engineering) | 4 years | 60 | JEE Main + 10+2 PCM, 45% marks | INR 4,13,000 |
| B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering) | 4 years | 60 | JEE Main + 10+2 PCM, 45% marks | INR 4,13,000 |
| B.Tech (Mathematics and Computing) | 4 years | 30 | JEE Main + 10+2 PCM, 45% marks | INR 4,13,000 |
| M.Tech (Microelectronics and VLSI) | 2 years | As per intake | B.Tech in ECE/EE + GATE score | ~INR 44,250 |
The total intake at BCE Bhagalpur for B.Tech is 390 seats per year. CSE is the most sought-after branch, with the highest JEE Main closing rank. Mathematics and Computing, with 30 seats, is a relatively newer and smaller intake branch. Hostel accommodation is available at INR 39,400 to 41,400 per year for both boys and girls.
BCE Bhagalpur Admission Process
B.Tech Admission
BCE Bhagalpur does not conduct a separate college entrance test. All B.Tech seats are filled through centralised counselling based on JEE Main scores.
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, minimum 45% aggregate
- Bihar State Quota (85%): Bihar domicile students, allotted through Bihar UGEAC on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in using JEE Main Paper 1 AIR
- All India Quota (15%): Open to all India candidates, allotted through JOSAA/CSAB on josaa.nic.in
- Selection stages: JEE Main registration and qualifying, Bihar UGEAC or JOSAA registration, choice filling, seat allotment result, document verification, admission fee payment, reporting to BCE
The Bihar UGEAC closing rank for General Category (UR) candidates at BCE Bhagalpur varies by branch. CSE typically closes at a tighter rank than Mechanical or Civil in Bihar UGEAC counselling. Exact 2026 cutoff rounds are available on the BCECEB portal after each round.
M.Tech Admission
M.Tech admissions at BCE are based on a valid GATE score. Candidates with a B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering or Electrical Engineering are eligible for Microelectronics and VLSI Technology. Non-GATE candidates may be considered based on B.Tech aggregate through an institute-level process.
- Eligibility: B.Tech in ECE/EE with a minimum of 55% aggregate
- Qualifying exam: GATE score in relevant paper
BCE Bhagalpur Placements
BCE Bhagalpur conducts campus placement drives through its training and placement cell. As per 2023 placement records, 181 students were placed through campus drives, with a highest package of INR 13 LPA. CSE, ECE, and Mathematics and Computing branches attract the strongest recruiter interest.
| Metric | 2023 Data |
|---|---|
| Students Placed | 181 |
| Highest Package | INR 13 LPA |
| Top Recruiting Sectors | IT services, core engineering, public sector (UPSC/state services) |
A significant proportion of BCE graduates pursue further education through GATE (for M.Tech or PSU recruitment) and IES (Indian Engineering Services). Others appear for Bihar state public service examinations. Core engineering branches (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) see placements in construction firms, power companies, and the public sector in addition to private companies.
BCE Bhagalpur Campus and Infrastructure
BCE Bhagalpur is situated on a 167-acre campus on the bank of the river Ganga at Sabour, Bhagalpur, alongside NH80. The large campus includes department buildings, lecture halls, and well-equipped labs for each B.Tech branch.
The college has separate Boys and Girls Hostels with an annual fee of INR 39,400 to 41,400. Other campus facilities include a central library, sports grounds (cricket and football fields, volleyball courts, badminton courts), a gymnasium, a bank, and Wi-Fi connectivity. Bhagalpur is a major town in eastern Bihar, known for its silk textiles, with rail and road connectivity to Patna (approximately 250 km away) and the major cities of Jharkhand and West Bengal.
BCE Bhagalpur vs GCE Gaya vs MIT Muzaffarpur
Bihar UGEAC aspirants seeking government engineering colleges beyond IIT Patna and NIT Patna often compare BCE Bhagalpur, Gaya College of Engineering (GCE Gaya), and Muzaffarpur Institute of Technology (MIT Muzaffarpur). All three are Bihar government colleges affiliated with AKU, Patna, with admission through Bihar UGEAC on JEE Main scores.
| Parameter | BCE Bhagalpur | GCE Gaya | MIT Muzaffarpur |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | Sabour, Bhagalpur (East Bihar) | Gaya (Central Bihar) | Muzaffarpur (North Bihar) |
| Established | 1960 | 1963 | 1954 |
| B.Tech Seats | 390 | Approx. 330 to 360 | Approx. 240 to 300 |
| B.Tech Total Fee | INR 4,13,000 | Government rate | Government rate |
| Affiliation | AKU, Patna | AKU, Patna | AKU, Patna |
| Admission | JEE Main via Bihar UGEAC | JEE Main via Bihar UGEAC | JEE Main via Bihar UGEAC |
| Hostel | Yes (Boys and Girls) | Yes (Boys and Girls) | Yes (Boys and Girls) |
BCE Bhagalpur, as the oldest of the three (established 1960), typically sees slightly stronger JEE Main closing ranks in Bihar UGEAC counselling compared to GCE Gaya and MIT Muzaffarpur, particularly for CSE and ECE. Geographic preference drives many choices: students from eastern Bihar tend to choose BCE Bhagalpur, those from central Bihar choose GCE Gaya, and north Bihar candidates gravitate toward MIT Muzaffarpur. All three offer comparable infrastructure, fee structures, and placement opportunities.
BCE Bhagalpur FAQs
Ques. What is the total B.Tech fee at BCE Bhagalpur?
Ans. The total B.Tech fee at BCE Bhagalpur is INR 4,13,000 for the four-year programme. Hostel accommodation costs INR 39,400 to 41,400 per year for both boys and girls. BCE is a government college with significantly lower fees than private engineering colleges in Bihar.
Ques. How is admission done at BCE Bhagalpur?
Ans. B.Tech admissions at BCE Bhagalpur are through Bihar UGEAC counselling (Bihar state quota, 85% seats) and JOSAA/CSAB (AIQ seats, 15%). Both use the JEE Main Paper 1 AIR for seat allotment. Bihar domicile candidates register on the BCECEB portal at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. There is no separate BCE entrance test.
Ques. What is the JEE Main cutoff for BCE Bhagalpur?
Ans. The Bihar UGEAC closing rank for BCE Bhagalpur varies by branch and category. CSE typically has the tightest cutoff among all branches. Civil and Mechanical branches close at relatively higher JEE ranks. Exact 2026 round-wise cutoffs are published on the BCECEB portal after each round at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
Ques. Is BCE Bhagalpur approved by AICTE?
Ans. Yes. BCE Bhagalpur is approved by AICTE, New Delhi, and is affiliated with Aryabhatta Knowledge University (AKU), Patna. It is a state government engineering college established in 1960.
Ques. Does BCE Bhagalpur have a hostel?
Ans. Yes. BCE Bhagalpur has separate hostels for boys and girls on its 167-acre campus. The annual hostel fee is INR 39,400 to 41,400.
Ques. What is the placement scenario at BCE Bhagalpur?
Ans. As per 2023 placement data, 181 students were placed through campus drives, with a highest package of INR 13 LPA. CSE, ECE, and Mathematics and Computing are the top placed branches. Many BCE graduates also pursue GATE for higher studies or PSU recruitment, and state government civil services.
Ques. Which branches are available at BCE Bhagalpur?
Ans. BCE Bhagalpur offers B.Tech in six branches: Computer Science and Engineering (120 seats), Civil Engineering (60), Electrical Engineering (60), Electronics and Communication Engineering (60), Mechanical Engineering (60), and Mathematics and Computing (30). M.Tech is available in Microelectronics and VLSI Technology.
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With 66 percentile and OBC home state quota, chances at Bhagalpur College of Engineering are quite low for core branches like CSE or ECE. However, you may get lower-demand branches such as Civil or Mechanical in later counselling rounds, depending on cutoff trends and seat availability. Participating in all rounds is important.
At Bhagalpur College of Engineering, admission depends on JEE Main rank (not only percentile). For OBC home state, cutoff is 70–89 percentile depending on branch. With 82.49 percentile, admission is possible
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