Jharkhand BEd Counselling 2026 Round 2 Registration Begins; Last Date August 11 at bed.jceceb.org.in

The Jharkhand Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (JCECEB) has officially opened the Round 2 counselling process for BEd, MEd, and BPEd programmes for the 2026 academic year. Candidates can now register and fill their choices on the official portal, bed.jceceb.org.in, with the deadline for new registrations and choice filling set for August 11, 2026. A registration fee of Rs. 400 (General, EWS, BC-I, BC-II Male) and Rs. 250 (SC, ST, and All Female Candidates) is also applicable.

This second round of counselling is crucial for aspiring educators and physical education professionals seeking admission to various colleges across Jharkhand. It provides a fresh opportunity for eligible candidates who either missed the first round or wish to modify their preferences, ensuring that all available seats are filled efficiently.

Jharkhand Bed Counselling 2026 Round 2: Important Dates

The JCECEB has released a detailed schedule for the second round of counselling, outlining key dates for registration, choice editing, seat allotment, and document verification. Prospective candidates must adhere to these timelines to ensure their participation in the admission process.

Programmes Included in Jharkhand BEd Counselling 2026 Round 2

Jharkhand BEd Counselling 2026 Round 2 covers admissions to the following teacher education programmes offered by participating institutes.

• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) – Two-year teacher education programme.
• Master of Education (M.Ed.) – Postgraduate programme in education.
• Bachelor of Physical Education (B.P.Ed.) – Professional programme for physical education teachers.

Eligibility Criteria for Jharkhand Bed Counselling 2026 Round 2

Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements to participate in the Jharkhand BEd Counselling 2026 Round 2.

• Must have qualified the Jharkhand B.Ed Entrance Competitive Examination 2026.
• Must be included in the Common Merit List (CML).
• Must fulfil the minimum academic eligibility for B.Ed admission (50% marks in Bachelor’s/Master’s degree, or 45% for reserved categories as per applicable norms).
• Must complete Round 2 registration, choice filling, and choice locking within the prescribed schedule.
• Seat allotment is based on merit rank, category, choices filled, reservation policy, and seat availability.

Jharkhand BEd Counselling 2026 Round 2 Fees

Candidates must pay the prescribed online counselling fee according to their category to participate in Round 2.

How to Register for Jharkhand Bed Counselling 2026 Round 2

Both fresh candidates who missed Round 1 and existing registered candidates are eligible to participate in Round 2. Fresh registration is open to all eligible candidates, while existing candidates can participate by simply editing their previously submitted preferences. The process is entirely online and can be completed by following these steps:

1. Go to the official website, bed.jceceb.org.in.
2. Click on the link for “Round 02 – New Registration and Choice Filling.”
3. Register by providing the required personal and academic details.
4. Pay the non-refundable counselling fee online using a debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
5. Proceed to fill in your college and course preferences.
6. Review your choices carefully and submit them before the deadline of August 11, 2026.
7. If you are an existing registered candidate, log in and edit your preferences during the choice editing window from August 12 to 13, 2026.

Jharkhand Bed Counselling 2026: What Happens Next?

Following the registration and choice filling period, the JCECEB will issue the provisional seat allotment result on August 17, 2026. Candidates will be able to check their allotment status on the official website. This will be followed by the crucial phase of document verification and admission, which is scheduled to take place from August 17 to 21, 2026.

It is imperative for allotted candidates to complete their document verification and admission formalities within this specified window to secure their seats. Failure to do so may result in the forfeiture of their allotted seat. Round 1 registration and choice filling had previously occurred from July 14 to 20, 2026, with seat allotment on July 27, 2026, and document verification from July 28 to August 3, 2026.

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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