Bihar BEd 1st Merit List 2026 has been released on 03/07/2026 by Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University (BRABU). Candidates who completed counselling registration between 22nd June and 28th June 2026 can now check their college allotment using their login credentials at biharcetbed-brabu.in. The merit list shows which B.Ed college you have been assigned based on your CET-BED rank, category, and course preferences. This article is based on the official notification released by BRABU, Muzaffarpur.
Understanding This Merit List Release
The Bihar BEd 1st Merit List represents the first round of college allotments following the CET-BED entrance exam conducted on 07/06/2026. This is not a final list; candidates have the option to accept their allotment and secure their seat by paying the confirmation fee, or wait for the 2nd round allotment on 14/07/2026 if they wish to pursue a better-ranked college. The allotment is based on your entrance test rank, category reservation, and the college preferences you filled during counselling registration.
Key Highlights of Bihar BEd 1st Merit List 2026
- 1st merit list and college allotment released on 03/07/2026 at biharcetbed-brabu.in
- Log in with your CET-BED registration ID and password to download your allotment letter
- Seat confirmation fee of Rs. 3,000 must be paid online between 03/07/2026 and 09/07/2026
- Document verification at your allotted college is required between 04/07/2026 and 10/07/2026
- Failure to pay the confirmation fee by 09/07/2026 may result in forfeiture of your allotted seat
- The 2nd round allotment will be released on 14/07/2026 for candidates not allotted in round 1 or seeking upgradation
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Bihar BEd CET Exam | 07/06/2026 |
| Result / Scorecard Declaration | 19/06/2026 |
| Counselling Registration Start | 22/06/2026 |
| Counselling Registration End | 28/06/2026 |
| 1st Merit List / College Allotment Release | 03/07/2026 |
| Admission Fee Payment (1st Round) | 03/07/2026 to 09/07/2026 |
| Document Submission at Allotted College | 04/07/2026 to 10/07/2026 |
| 2nd Merit List / 2nd Round Allotment | 14/07/2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who have already completed the CET-BED entrance exam and counselling registration are automatically considered for the 1st merit list. However, your original eligibility for Bihar B.Ed CET 2026 was determined by:
| Particulars | Eligibility Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degree | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Science, Social Science, Commerce, or Humanities with a minimum of 50% marks |
| Engineering/Technology Graduates | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology with specialisation in Science and Mathematics, requiring at least 55% aggregate marks |
| Shiksha Shastri Programme | Graduation with Sanskrit as a major subject, or a Master’s degree in Sanskrit/Acharya with at least 50% marks |
| Age Limit | No upper age limit specified |
| Residential Status | Candidates from outside Bihar are considered under the Unreserved (UR) category only |
How to Download Your Bihar BEd College Allotment Letter
- Open the official website biharcetbed-brabu.in in your browser.
- On the homepage, locate the login section for “Download College Allotment of 1st Round”.
- Click on the link to proceed to the login portal.
- Enter your CET-BED Login ID (provided during counselling registration) in the first field.
- Enter your password in the second field.
- Click the Submit button to access your allotment details.
- Your college allotment letter will display all details, including college name, course assigned, and seat confirmation instructions.
- Download the PDF allotment letter to your device.
- Print the letter on A4 paper and keep it safe for document verification at the college.
Before You Download Your Allotment Letter
- Ensure you have your CET-BED Login ID and password ready-these were provided at the time of counselling registration.
- Check your email and registered mobile number for any official updates from BRABU regarding the allotment process or technical issues.
- Verify that you actually completed counselling registration between 22/06/2026 and 28/06/2026-only those candidates are included in the 1st merit list.
- Confirm you have access to a working internet connection and a modern web browser.
- Keep your phone or tablet nearby during document verification, as colleges may ask to cross-verify your allotment letter.
What You Should Do Right Now
- Download your college allotment letter immediately, as the portal may experience high traffic in the coming days.
- Check the college name, course assigned (B.Ed or Shiksha Shastri), and all personal details on the allotment letter carefully.
- If you find any discrepancy in your name, rank, or allotted college, report it to BRABU before proceeding to fee payment.
- Decide whether to accept this allotment and pay the Rs. 3,000 confirmation fee by 09/07/2026, or wait for the 2nd round allotment on 14/07/2026.
- Prepare all original and photocopied documents listed in the Documents Required section below-you will need them within 2 days of downloading the allotment letter.
Details on Your Bihar BEd Allotment Letter
The college allotment letter you download will display:
- Your full name exactly as registered during counselling
- Roll number and registration number from the CET-BED exam
- Combined Merit List (CML) rank in your category
- Your category (General, OBC, SC, ST, or EWS)
- Total marks secured in the Bihar BEd CET 2026 entrance test
- Full name and code of your allotted college
- Course assigned (B.Ed or Shiksha Shastri)
- Reporting date and time for document verification
Documents Required for Verification at the College
When you visit your allotted college between 04/07/2026 and 10/07/2026, carry the following documents in both original and photocopy:
- Bihar BEd CET 2026 admit card (issued before the exam)
- Bihar BEd CET 2026 scorecard or rank card (downloaded after result announcement on 19/06/2026)
- College allotment letter (downloaded from the official portal)
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and final semester mark sheet
- Master’s degree certificate and mark sheet (if applicable)
- Class 10th mark sheet and certificate
- Class 12th mark sheet and certificate
- Category certificate issued by the appropriate authority (SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates only)
- Valid photo identification proof (Aadhaar card, voter ID, driving license, or passport)
- Recent passport-size colour photographs (4 to 6 copies)
- Migration certificate and transfer certificate from your college
- Proof of fee payment (screenshot or receipt from online payment)
Seat Confirmation Fee Payment
The admission/seat confirmation fee for Bihar BEd 2026 is Rs. 3,000. This fee must be paid online between 03/07/2026 and 09/07/2026 via the official portal. Payment can typically be made using a debit card, a credit card, or net banking. After successful payment, you will receive a receipt. Take a printout and keep it with your allotment letter. If you do not pay this fee within the deadline, your seat will be released to the next eligible candidate in the 2nd round allotment.
Bihar BEd 2nd Merit List 2026
If your name does not appear in the 1st merit list, or if you wish to apply for a better-ranked college, you will have another opportunity in the 2nd round. The Bihar BEd 2nd Merit List 2026 is scheduled to be released on 14/07/2026. Candidates not allotted in round 1 will automatically be considered if they wish to participate in round 2. Continue checking biharcetbed-brabu.in regularly for the exact date, time, and process for the 2nd round allotment.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Download 1st Merit List / College Allotment | Download Allotment |
| Official BRABU CET-BED Portal | Visit Portal |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How do I know if my name is in the Bihar BEd 1st Merit List 2026?
Ans. Download your college allotment letter from the official portal using your Login ID and password. If the login is successful and displays your allotment details, your name is in the 1st merit list. If the login fails or shows no record, you are not allotted in round 1 but may be considered in the 2nd round on 14/07/2026.
Q2. What if I cannot find my login credentials for the allotment portal?
Ans. Your Login ID and password were provided to you via email or SMS during counselling registration. Check your registered email inbox and phone messages. If you still cannot locate them, contact BRABU’s help desk through the official website or visit the nearest counselling centre in person with your admit card for credential recovery.
Q3. Do I have to pay the Rs. 3,000 fee immediately after downloading the allotment letter?
Ans. No, you have until 09/07/2026 to pay the seat confirmation fee. However, as a parent, it is wise to pay as soon as possible after verifying that your ward’s name and allotted college are correct, as waiting until the last day risks payment failure due to technical issues or high portal traffic.
Q4. Can I choose a different college in the 2nd round if I am allotted a college in the 1st round?
Ans. Yes. If you receive an allotment in round 1 but wish to pursue a better college in round 2, you can choose not to pay the Rs. 3,000 confirmation fee and wait for the 2nd merit list on 14/07/2026. However, once you pay the fee, your seat is confirmed and you will not be considered for upgradation in round 2.
Q5. What happens if I do not report for document verification by 10/07/2026?
Ans. Failure to complete document verification within the deadline may result in your seat being cancelled and reallocated. Always visit the allotted college on or before 10/07/2026 with all required documents, even if you are still considering round 2.
Q6. Will the Bihar BEd 2nd Merit List be released even if seats are not filled in the 1st round?
Ans. Yes, the 2nd merit list will be released on 14/07/2026 regardless of how many seats were filled in round 1. This allows candidates not allotted in round 1 another opportunity, and those allotted in round 1 who did not confirm can be considered for better colleges.
Q7. As a candidate from outside Bihar, am I eligible for reserved category seats?
Ans. No. Candidates from outside Bihar are considered under the Unreserved (UR) category only, regardless of their SC/ST/OBC status. Your category certificate is still valid for other purposes, but you compete for seats in the UR category pool specifically for Bihar BEd admission.
How to Proceed After Downloading the Allotment Letter
Download your allotment letter and verify all details immediately, as the login portal may experience technical slowdowns once the merit list goes live. Cross-check that your name, roll number, and allotted college match your records exactly-if you spot an error, report it to BRABU before paying the confirmation fee. Depending on your preference, pay the Rs. 3,000 seat confirmation fee by 09/07/2026 to secure your college, or skip payment if you wish to wait for the 2nd round allotment on 14/07/2026 and try for a better-ranked institution. After payment, visit your allotted college between 04/07/2026 and 10/07/2026 with all original and photocopied documents to complete your admission. For updates on the 2nd round process, continue checking biharcetbed-brabu.in and subscribe to our free job alert service at MyNaukriAlert.com to receive timely notifications on Bihar BEd counselling and other education announcements.
